Knowing Your Mazda

Explanation of basic operations and controls; opening/closing and adjustment of various parts.

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Automatic Transaxle Controls
Various Lockouts: Indicates that you must depress the brake pedal to shift (The ignition must be switched to ACC or ON). Indicates the shift lever can be shifted freely into any position. NO ...

Overheating
If the temperature gauge indicates overheating, the vehicle loses power, or you hear a loud knocking or pinging noise, the engine is probably too hot. WARNING: Switch the ignition to off and m ...

Engine Oil
NOTE: Changing the engine oil should be done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Recommended Oil Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil. Oil container labels provide important information. A chief contribution th ...