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J60E_8R65-EA-03C_Edition2.book Page 7 Saturday, April 26, 2003 1:48 PMDriving Your MazdaStarting and Driving▼ Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)The ABS control unit continuouslymonitors the speed of each wheel. If oneis about to lock up, the ABS responds byautomatically releasing and reapplyingthat wheel’s brake.The driver will feel a slight vibration inthe brake pedal and may hear a chatteringnoise from the brake system. This isnormal when the ABS operates. Don’tpump the brakes, continue to press downon the brake pedal.ABS:The ABS cannot compensate forunsafe and reckless driving, excessivespeed, tailgating (following anothervehicle too closely), and hydroplaning(reduced tire friction and roadcontact because of water on the roadsurface). You can still have anaccident. So don’t rely on ABS as asubstitute for safe driving.NOTEWARNINGBraking distances may be longer onloose surfaces (snow or gravel, forexample) which usually have a hardfoundation. A vehicle with a normalbraking system may require lessdistance to stop under these conditionsbecause the tires will build up a wedgeof surface layer when the wheels skid.▼ ABS Warning LightThe warning light stays on for a fewseconds when the ignition switch is turnedto the ON position.If the ABS warning light stays on whileyou’re driving, the ABS control unit hasdetected a system malfunction. If thisoccurs, your brakes will functionnormally as if the vehicle had no ABS.Should this happen, consult an AuthorizedMazda Dealer as soon as possible.WARNINGABS Warning Light and BrakeWarning Light on at the Same Time:Driving when the brake systemwarning light and ABS warning lightare on at the same time is dangerous.When both lights are on, the rearwheels could lock more quickly in anemergency stop than under normalcircumstances.Don’t drive with both lights on, andcontact an Authorized Mazda Dealerto have the brakes inspected as soonas possible.5-7Form No. 8R65-EA-03C
J60E_8R65-EA-03C_Edition2.book Page 8 Saturday, April 26, 2003 1:48 PMDriving Your MazdaStarting and DrivingNOTEWhen the engine is jump-started tocharge the battery, uneven rpm occursand the ABS warning light comes on.This is due to a weak battery, not amalfunction.Recharge the battery.▼ Brake Pad Wear IndicatorWhen the disc brake pads become worn,the built-in wear indicators contact thedisc plates. This causes a screeching noiseto warn that the pads should be replaced.Manual TransmissionOperation▼ Manual Transmission ShiftPatternNeutral positionThe shift pattern of the transmission isconventional, as shown.Press the clutch pedal all the way downwhile shifting; then release it slowly.When you hear this noise, consult anAuthorized Mazda Dealer as soon aspossible.Your vehicle is equipped with a device toprevent shifting to R (reverse) by mistake.Push the shift lever downward and shift toR.WARNINGDriving with Worn Disc Pads:Driving with worn disc pads isdangerous. The brakes could fail andcause a serious accident. As soon asyou hear a screeching noise consultan Authorized Mazda Dealer.5-8Form No. 8R65-EA-03C
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