Driving Your Mazda

Explanation of instruments and controls.

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How the Air BagsWork
How the Front Air BagsWork When air bag crash sensors detect a frontal impact of greater than moderate force, an electrical current is sent to the inflators. Gases are produced to inflate the fro ...

Rear Seat
WARNING: Do not stack cargo higher than the seatbacks: Stacking luggage or other cargo higher than the seatbacks, and placing articles on the rear seat is dangerous. During sudden braking or a ...

Traction Control System (TCS)
* Some models. The Traction Control System (TCS) enhances traction and safety by controlling engine torque and braking*. When the TCS detects driving wheel slippage, it lowers engine torque and ...