Government regulations in the United States/Canada require that automobiles meet specific emission regulations and safety standards. Therefore, vehicles built for use in the United States/Canada may differ from those sold in other countries.
The differences may make it difficult or even impossible for your vehicle to receive satisfactory servicing in other countries. We strongly recommend that you NOT take your Mazda outside the United States/Canada.
United States
However, in the event that you are moving to Canada permanently, Mazda vehicles built for use in the United States could be eligible for exportation to Canada with specific vehicle modifications to comply with the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS).
Canada
However, in the event that you are moving to the United States permanently, Mazda vehicles built for use in Canada could be eligible for exportation to the United States with specific vehicle modifications to comply with the United States Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS).
NOTE
The above is applicable for a permanent import/export situation and not related to travelers on vacation.
You may have the following problems if you do take your vehicle outside of the United States/Canada:
• Recommended fuel may be unavailable. Any kind of leaded fuel or low-octane fuel will affect vehicle performance and damage the emission controls and engine.
• Proper repair facilities, tools, testing equipment, and replacement parts may not be available.
Please refer to your Manufacturer's Warranty Booklet for more information.
Warranties for Your Mazda
Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign Country (Except United States and Canada)Side Sill Panel Removal [Panel Replacement]
Symbol Mark
Removal Procedure
Side sill (front side)
1. Rough cut the 2 locations indicated by (A) shown in the figure.
2. Drill the 18 locations indicated by (B) shown in the figure.
3. Remove the cabin side outer frame (outer side sill).
Side sill (component)
1. Rough cut the 3 l ...
Charcoal Canister Removal/Installation
U.S.A. And CANADA
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the floor under cover..
3. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
1
Quick release connector
(See QUICK RELEASE CONNECTOR (EMISSION SYSTEM) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G
2.0].)
...
Shift Lock System Inspection
Shift-Lock System Inspection
1. Switch the ignition ON (engine off).
2. Shift the selector lever to the P position.
3. Verify that the selector lever cannot be shifted from P to R position when
the brake pedal is released.
If it can be verified, go to the next step.
If not as ...