Lighting Control
Headlights
Type A (Without AUTO position)
Turn the headlight switch to turn the headlights, other exterior lights and dashboard illumination on or off.
NOTE:
To prevent discharging the battery, don't leave
the lights on while the engine is off unless
safety requires them.
Type B (With AUTO position)
Turn the headlight switch to turn the headlights, other exterior lights and dashboard illumination on or off.
NOTE:
To prevent discharging the battery, don't leave
the lights on while the engine is off unless
safety requires them.
AUTO (Auto-light control)
When the headlight switch is in the AUTO position and the ignition switch is in the ON position, the light sensor senses the surrounding lightness or darkness and automatically turns on or off the headlights, other exterior lights and dashboard illumination (see chart above).
CAUTION:
Do not shade the light sensor by
adhering a sticker or a label on the
windshield, or putting an object on it.
Otherwise the light sensor will not operate correctly.
NOTE:
- When the headlight switch is in the AUTO
position and the ignition switch is turned to
the ACC or LOCK position, the headlights,
other exterior lights and dashboard
illumination will turn off.
- The timing for turning on the headlights, other exterior lights and dashboard illumination can be delayed by adjusting the sensitivity of the light sensor. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer regarding sensor adjustment.
Xenon fusion headlight bulbs
The low-beam bulbs of the headlights have xenon fusion bulbs that produce a bright white beam over a wide area.
WARNING:
Do not replace the xenon fusion bulbs
yourself:
Replacing the xenon fusion bulbs
yourself is dangerous. Because the
xenon fusion bulbs require high
voltage, you could receive an electric
shock if the bulbs are handled
incorrectly. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer when the replacement
is necessary.
NOTE:
If the headlights flicker, or the brightness
weakens, the bulb-life may be depleted and a
replacement is necessary. Consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Lights-On Reminder
If lights are on and the key is removed from the ignition switch, a continuous beep sound will be heard when the driver's door is opened.
NOTE:
When the advanced keyless function is used
and the start knob is in the ACC position, the
overrides the lights-on reminder.
Headlight High-Low Beam
Push the lever forward for high beam.
Pull back to original position for low beam.
Flashing the Headlights
To flash the headlights, pull the lever fully toward you. The headlight switch does not need to be on, and the lever will return to the normal position when released.
Headlight Leveling
The number of passengers and weight of cargo in the luggage compartment change the angle of the headlights.
The headlight leveling switch adjusts this angle.
Select the proper setting from the following chart.
Daytime Running Lights (Canada)
In Canada, vehicles must be driven with the headlights on during daytime operation.
For that reason, the daytime running lights automatically turn on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.
NOTE:
The Daytime Running Lights turn off when the
parking brake is applied.
See also:
Safety
Standard safety features include:
* All-disc antilock brakes
* Electronic stability system
* Side-impact airbags for the front seats
* Side curtain airbags for all three rows
* Tire pressure mon ...
Driving In Flooded Area
WARNING:
Dry wet brakes by driving very slowly
and applying the brakes lightly until
brake performance returns to normal:
Driving with wet brakes is
dangerous. Increased stopping
distance or the ...
Seat Belt Precautions
Seat belts help to decrease the possibility of severe injury during accidents
and sudden
stops. Mazda recommends that the driver and all passengers always wear seat
belts.
All of the seat belt r ...