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qAWD Warning Light
This warning light stays on for a few
seconds when the ignition switch is turne d
to the ON position.
Thereafter, the warning light will
illuminate or flash under the following
conditions:
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Illuminates when there is an
abnormality with the AWD system.
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Flashes when the differential oil
temperature is abnormally high.
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Flashes when there are continually
large differences between front and rear
wheel rotation, such as when trying to
pull away from an icy surfa ce.
If the AWD warning light illuminates:
If the AWD warning light illuminates,
contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
If the AWD warning light flashes:
Park the vehicle in a safe place. After a
few moments; if the warning light stops
flashing, you can resume driving. If the
light does not stop flashing, contact an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
WARNING
Never spin a wheel that is off the
ground:
Spinning a wheel that is off the
ground as a result of the vehicle being
stuck or in a ditc h is dangerous. The
drive assembly could be seriously
damaged which could lead to an
accident or could even lead to
overheating, oil leakage, and a fire.
qTires and Tire Chains
The condition of the tires plays a large
role in the performance of the vehicle.
Moreover, to prevent adverse effects to
the drive assembly, please note the
following:
Tires
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When replacing tires, always replace
all front and rear tires at the same time.
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All tires must be of the same size,
manufacture, brand and tread pattern.
Pay particular attention when
equipping snow or other types of
winter tires.
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Do not mix tread-worn tires with
normal tires.
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Inspect tire inflation pressures at the
specified periods and adjust to the
specified pressures.
NOTE
Check the tire inflation pressure label
attached to driver's door frame for the
correct tire inflation pressure.
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