Black plate (154,1)
CAUTION
Do not continue driving when the
charging system warning light is
illuminated because the engine could
stop unexpectedly.
q
Engine Oil Warning Indication/
Warning Light
Type B
This warning light illuminates when the
ignition is switched ON and turns off
when the engine is started.
Type A/Type B
This warning light/warning indication
indicates low engine oil pressure.
CAUTION
Do not run the engine if the oil
pressure is low. Otherwise, it could
result in extensive engine damage.
If the light illuminates or the warning
indication is displayed while driving:
1. Drive to the side of the road and park
off the right-of-way on level ground.
2. Turn off the engine and wait 5 minutes
for the oil to drain back into the oil
pan.
3. Inspect the engine oil level (page 6-22).
If it's low, add the appropriate amount
of engine oil while being careful not to
overfill.
CAUTION
Do not run the engine if the oil level
is low. Otherwise, it could result in
extensive engine damage.
4. Start the engine and check the warning
light/warning indication.
If the light/indication remains illuminated
even though the oil level is normal or after
adding oil, stop the engine immediately
and have your vehicle towed to an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
q
Check Engine Light
This indicator light illuminates when the
ignition is switched ON and turns off
when the engine is started.
If this light illuminates while driving, the
vehicle may have a problem. It is
important to note the driving conditions
when the light illuminated and consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
The check engine light may illuminate in
the following cases:
l
The fuel tank level being very low or
approaching empty.
l
The engine's electrical system has a
problem.
l
The emission control system has a
problem.
l
The fuel-filler cap is missing or not
tightened securely.
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When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
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