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.
Lift Motor Inspection
WARNING:
Handling a side air bag improperly can accidentally operate (deploy) the
air bag, which may seriously injure you. Read the service warnings/cautions
in the Workshop Manual before handling the front seat (side air bag integrated)..
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable ...
Awd Control Module Removal/Installation
CAUTION:
When performing configuration, it is necessary to read the coupling component
calibration data from the AWD control module before replacing it. Connect the
M-MDS to the vehicle and perform vehicle identification before removing the
AWD control module. The coupling component ...
Outer Mirror Garnish Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the outer mirror glass..
3. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver into the upper outer mirror garnish
and remove tab A, B, C, D in the direction of arrow (1).
4. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver into the upper outer mirr ...