Mazda Xedos 6 User manual

Thank you for choosing a Xedos 6.
To help ensure the enjoyable and
trouble-free operation of your new
Xedos 6, we urge you to read this manual
carefully and follow its recommendations.
When service is necessary, remember that
your Authorised Xedos Dealer
knows your vehicle best and is ready to
help you with all your service and mainte-
nance needs.
We assure you of our continuing interest in
your motoring pleasure and
complete satisfaction.
Mazda Motor Corporation
HIROSHIMA, JAPAN
FOREWORD
DEFINITIONS used in this Owner’s Manual
“Mazda” means Mazda Motor Corporation, 3-1 Shinchi, Fuchu-cho, Hiroshima, Japan.
“Xedos Vehicle” means a Xedos Series motor vehicle manufactured by Mazda
“Authorised Xedos Dealer” means a person authorised by a Mazda Distributor to service Xedos Vehicles or perform repairs as
shown on the Authorised Xedos Dealer List.
“Genuine Xedos Parts” means a spare part authorised by Mazda to be used for Xedos Vehicle.

• Keep this manual in the glove box
as a permanent and convenient
reference.
• Throughout this manual, you will
find WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, and
NOTES.
The WARNING!s remind you to be
especially careful to avoid possible
personal injury.
The CAUTIONs are given to prevent
you from making an error that could
damage the vehicle or cause per-
sonal injury.
The NOTEs are suggestions that
will help you make full use of your
vehicle.
• The specifications and descriptions
in this manual are accurate at the
time of printing. Because improve-
ment is a constant goal at Mazda,
we reserve the right to make
changes in specifications at any
time without notice and without
incurring any obligation. Please
note that this manual applies to all
models in this series and explains
all equipment, including options.
You may therefore find expla-
nations for equipment not installed on
your vehicle.
• When you resell your Xedos vehicle
leave this manual in the vehicle.
The next owner will also need the
information.
• Right-hand and left-hand references
in this manual are made as if facing in
the same direction as the vehicle.
• This manual mainly explains the right-
hand drive models, though it is ap-
plicable to both right-hand and left-
hand drive models.
How to Use This Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Your Vehicle at a Glance 1-1
This section shows the location of each control and attachment
of your vehicle
Knowing Your Xedos Vehicle 2-1
This section contains information to fully acquaint the driver with
the vehicle.
Protecting Your Xedos Vehicle 3-1
This section contains information necessary for the safety, care,
and operating economy of the vehicle.
Driving Your Xedos Vehicle 4-1
This section explains starting and driving the vehicle and how
to operate its many controls and attachments.
In Case of Emergency 5-1
This section recommends ways to deal with the most common
emergencies.
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Appearance Care 6-1
This section shows how to maintain the interior and exterior of
the vehicle for pleasant use and longer life.
Maintenance 7-1
This section explains easily executed user maintenance and
scheduled maintenance that is best performed only by an Autho-
rised Xedos Dealer.
Customer Information 8-1
This section contains information to help ensure the complete
satisfaction of all owners of Xedos vehicles.
Specifications 9-1
This section contains essential data concerning your new Xedos
vehicle.
Index 10-1
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1Your Vehicle at a Glance
YOUR VEHICLE AT A GLANCE 1-2
GRAPHIC SYMBOLS 1-8

1-2
YOUR VEHICLE AT A GLANCE
Interior Overview

1-3
YOUR VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

1-4
YOUR VEHICLE AT A GLANCE
Instrument Panel Overview
*Some models.

1-5
YOUR VEHICLE AT A GLANCE
*Some models.

1-6
YOUR VEHICLE AT A GLANCE
Luggage Compartment Doors
*Some models.

1-7
YOUR VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

1-8
YOUR VEHICLE AT A GLANCE
LIGHTS HEADLIGHT HIGH BEAM hEADLIGHT LOW BEAM POSITION LIGHT ILLUMINATION
CONTROL
DIRECTION INDICATORS HAZARD WARNING
FLASHER
BONNET RELEASE BOOT RELEASE FUEL ENGINE COOLANT
TEMPERATURE
ENGINE OIL BATTERY CHARGING
SYSTEM
REAR FOG LIGHT
BRAKE SYSTEM VENTILATION FAN AIR RECIRCULATION FRESH AIR VENT VENT-FLOOR FLOOR
FLOOR-DEFROSTING DEFROSTING REAR WINDOW
DEFROSTER
WINDSHIELD
WIPER & WASHER
LIGHTER HORN WASHER FLUID
Some of the following symbols are used to
identify controls and displays on your vehicle.

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MEMO