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)Down Switch Inspection [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Continuity Inspection
NOTE:
The down switch is built into the selector lever component.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the front console..
3. Disconnect the selector lever component connector.
4. Verify that the continuity between selector lever compone ...
Theft-Deterrent System
If the theft deterrent system detects an inappropriate entry into the vehicle,
which could result in the vehicle or its contents being stolen, the alarm alerts
the surrounding area of an abnormality by sounding the horn and flashing the hazard
warning lights.
The system will not function unle ...
Headlight Bulb Removal/Installation
Halogen Type
Headlight LO bulb
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Disconnect the connector.
3. Rotate the headlight LO bulb in the direction of the arrow (1) shown in the
figure to remove it in the direction of the arrow (2) shown in the figure.
CAUTION:
A halogen bu ...