Driving Your Mazda
Starting and Driving
NOTE
Starting the Engine
If turning the key is difficult, jiggle the
steering wheel from side to side.
NOTE
Engine-starting is controlled by the
spark ignition system.
This system meets all Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment
Standard requirements regulating the
impulse electrical field strength of
radio noise.
ACC (Accessory)
The steering wheel unlocks and some
electrical accessories will operate.
ON
This is the normal running position after
the engine is started. The warning lights
(except brakes) should be inspected
before the engine is started (page 5-31).
1. Occupants should fasten their seat
belts.
2.
3.
4.
Make sure the parking brake is on.
Depress the brake pedal.
NOTE
When the ignition switch is turned to
the ON position, the sound of the fuel
pump motor operating near the fuel
tank can be heard. This does not
indicate an abnormality.
(Manual transaxle)
Depress the clutch pedal all the way
and shift into neutral.
Keep the pedal depressed while
cranking the engine.
START
NOTE
The engine is started in this position. It
will crank until you release the key; then
it returns to the ON position. The brake
warning light can be checked after the
engine is started (page 5-31).
The starter will not operate if the
clutch pedal is not pushed down all the
way.
wIgnition Key Reminder
(Automatic transaxle)
If the ignition switch is in the LOCK or
ACC position, a beep sound will be heard
when the driver’s door is opened.
Put the vehicle in park (P). If you must
restart the engine while the vehicle is
moving, shift into neutral (N).
NOTE
The starter will not operate if the shift
lever is not in P or N.
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| Categories | Mazda 3 Manuals |
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| Model Year | 2004 |
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