FOREWORD

Thank you for choosing a Xedos 6. When service is necessary, remember that We assure you of our continuing interest in
To help ensure the enjoyable and your Authorised Xedos Dealer your motoring pleasure and
trouble-free operation of your new knows your vehicle best and is ready to complete satisfaction.
Xedos 6, we urge you to read this manual help you with all your service and mainte-
carefully and follow its recommendations. nance needs.

Mazda Motor Corporation

HIROSHIMA, JAPAN

DEFINITIONS used in this Owner’s Manual

“Mazda” means Mazda Motor Corporation, 3-1 Shinchi, Fuchu-cho, Hiroshima, Japan.
“Xedos Vehicle” means a Xedos Series motor vehicle manufactured by Mazda
“Authorised Xedos Dealer” means a person authorised by a Mazda Distributor to service Xedos Vehicles or perform repairs as
shown on the Authorised Xedos Dealer List.
“Genuine Xedos Parts” means a spare part authorised by Mazda to be used for Xedos Vehicle.
How to Use This Manual

• Keep this manual in the glove box • The specifications and descriptions • Right-hand and left-hand references
as a permanent and convenient in this manual are accurate at the in this manual are made as if facing in
reference. time of printing. Because improve- the same direction as the vehicle.
ment is a constant goal at Mazda,
• Throughout this manual, you will we reserve the right to make • This manual mainly explains the right-
find WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, and changes in specifications at any hand drive models, though it is ap-
NOTES. time without notice and without plicable to both right-hand and left-
The WARNING!s remind you to be incurring any obligation. Please hand drive models.
especially careful to avoid possible note that this manual applies to all
personal injury. models in this series and explains
The CAUTIONs are given to prevent all equipment, including options.
you from making an error that could You may therefore find expla-
damage the vehicle or cause per- nations for equipment not installed on
sonal injury. your vehicle.
The NOTEs are suggestions that
will help you make full use of your • When you resell your Xedos vehicle
vehicle. leave this manual in the vehicle.
The next owner will also need the
information.
TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 Your Vehicle at a Glance 1-1

This section shows the location of each control and attachment
of your vehicle

2 Knowing Your Xedos Vehicle 2-1

This section contains information to fully acquaint the driver with
the vehicle.

3 Protecting Your Xedos Vehicle 3-1

This section contains information necessary for the safety, care,
and operating economy of the vehicle.

4 Driving Your Xedos Vehicle 4-1

This section explains starting and driving the vehicle and how
to operate its many controls and attachments.

5 In Case of Emergency 5-1

This section recommends ways to deal with the most common
emergencies.
6 Appearance Care 6-1 1
This section shows how to maintain the interior and exterior of
the vehicle for pleasant use and longer life.
2

7 Maintenance 7-1 3
This section explains easily executed user maintenance and
scheduled maintenance that is best performed only by an Autho-
4
rised Xedos Dealer.

8 Customer Information 8-1 5

This section contains information to help ensure the complete
satisfaction of all owners of Xedos vehicles.
6

9 Specifications 9-1 7
This section contains essential data concerning your new Xedos
vehicle.
8

10 Index 10-1 9
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1 Your Vehicle at a Glance

YOUR VEHICLE AT A GLANCE 1-2

GRAPHIC SYMBOLS 1-8

1-1
YOUR VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

Interior Overview

1-2
YOUR VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

1-3
YOUR VEHICLE AT A GLANCE
Instrument Panel Overview

1-4 *Some models.

YOUR VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

*Some models.

1-5
YOUR VEHICLE AT A GLANCE
Luggage Compartment Doors

1-6 *Some models.

YOUR VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

1-7
YOUR VEHICLE AT A GLANCE
Some of the following symbols are used to
identify controls and displays on your vehicle.

LIGHTS HEADLIGHT HIGH BEAM hEADLIGHT LOW BEAM POSITION LIGHT ILLUMINATION DIRECTION INDICATORS HAZARD WARNING
CONTROL FLASHER

BONNET RELEASE BOOT RELEASE FUEL ENGINE COOLANT ENGINE OIL BATTERY CHARGING REAR FOG LIGHT
TEMPERATURE SYSTEM

BRAKE SYSTEM VENTILATION FAN AIR RECIRCULATION FRESH AIR VENT VENT-FLOOR FLOOR

FLOOR-DEFROSTING DEFROSTING REAR WINDOW WINDSHIELD LIGHTER HORN WASHER FLUID

DEFROSTER WIPER & WASHER

1-8
MEMO

1-9
2 Knowing Your Xedos Vehicle

KEYS 2 - 2
DOORS 2 - 3
WINDOWS 2 - 8
BOOT LID 2-10
BONNET 2-12
FUEL-FILLER CAP 2-13
SEATS 2-15
SEAT BELTS 2-20
SUPPLEMENTAL DRIVER AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEM 2-25
STEERING WHEEL 2-28
MIRRORS 2-29
SUNROOF 2-31
INTERIOR LIGHTS 2-33
LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT 2-34

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KEYS

Keys

Your vehicle has two primary keys and a

secondary key. When you must leave the key with a The plate attached to the keys has key
parking attendant: code numbers. If you should lose your
Operation of each key • Leave the seconday key, which keys, these numbers will enable an
cannot open the boot lock. Authorised Xedos Dealer to replace them
• Use the boot security system more easily. Detach the plate and store it
Key
Primary Secondary (page 2-11). in a safe place, not in the vehicle. You
key key
Lock Operates should also file a copy of the key code
numbers with your important papers.
Ignition switch and
steering column lock Yes Yes

Door locks Yes Yes

Boot lid lock Yes No

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 DOORS

Door Locks

FROM OUTSIDE FROM INSIDE

Front door Rear door
• Either front door can be locked or un- To lock the rear door, depress the door • To lock the doors, depress the door
locked with the key. lock and close the door. lock.
• Once a door is unlocked, it may be • To unlock, pull the door lock up.
opened by lifting a door handle. CAUTION
Always remove the ignition key, close
NOTE all windows, and lock all doors and the
If the driver’s door is open and you try to boot when leaving your vehicle unat-
lock it by pushing the lock down, it will au- tended.
tomatically pop back up. Be sure to lock the
door with the key.

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DOORS

Power Door Locks

• To open, pull the door handle DOOR LOCK ILLUMINATION With door lock
rearward. To assist key insertion at night, a light All doors can be simultaneously
inside the door panel illuminated for a locked or unlocked by depressing or lifting
WARNING! short time after the driver’s door or pas- the driver’s door lock.
Never leave children or animals senger’s door handle has been lifted. The boot lid can also be unlocked at the
unattended in the vehicle. same time.

NOTE
Squirt deicer or glycerine into the locks to
keep them from freezing. To open a frozen
lock, try heating the key before inserting it.

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 DOORS

Keyless Entry System*

NOTE With key Operates the locking and unlocking of all

Power door locks will not work when the All doors lock or unlock automatically doors.
driver’s door is open. when the driver’s or front passenger’s Direct the beam toward the centre of the
door is locked from the outside with key. vehicle.
The boot lid can also be locked or Push the L switch to lock the doors. To un-
unlocked at the same time. lock them, push the U switch. After locking
the doors (with the remote controller) make
sure they are locked.

CAUTION
To avoid damaging the remote con-
troller, don’t drop it, keep it dry and
keep it away from heat (such as hot
dashboard) above 60º C (140ºF).

*some models 2-5

DOORS

Rear Door Child Safety Lock

NOTE
• The keyless entry system will operate
up to about 5 metres from the centre of
the vehicle, but this may vary because
of local conditions.
• You have 30 seconds to open a door
after unlocking it with the remote unlock
device. After that, all doors automatically
relock.
• This system will not operate when the ig-
nition switch is at ACC(I) or LOCK (0) or
when a door is open.
• If the remote controller doesn’t work, in- Battery Replacement
spect its battery. If the keyless entry system won’t work at nor- This lock is intended to help prevent children
mal range in any location, the battery prob- from accidentally opening the rear doors and
ably needs changing. Consult your they should be used whenever they are in the
Authorised Xedos Dealer to find the correct vehicle.
replacement battery for your unit. • To lock the rear door so that it cannot be
1. Turn the cap counterclockwise to remove opened from the inside, slide the child
it. safety lock to the lock position before
2. Insert the battery with plus side up. closing the door.
3. Turn the cap clockwise to reinstall it. • To open it, lift the door lock and lift the out-
side door handle.
NOTE
If you lose the remote controller, consult your
Authorised Xedos Dealer.

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 DOORS

Static Electricity Earth

This panel helps to prevent an unpleasant

shock from static electricity. Open the door
and touch the panel lightly after rising from
the seat.

NOTE
• Only a light touch on the panel is
necessary.
• The amount of static shock depends
mainly on humidity and clothes.
• The panel will have no effect if you first
touch another part of the vehicle body.

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WINDOWS

Power Windows

The ignition switch must be in the ON (II)

position for the power windows to oper-
ate.

NOTE
The power window can still be operated for
about 5 minutes, after the ignition switch
has been turned to LOCK (0) or ACC (I).
But it cannot be operated once you open
and close a door.

WARNING!
Use caution when closing windows.
Make sure all arms, hands, and oth- MASTER CONTROL/DRIVER’S SIDE To open or close a window, depress the
er obstructions are safely out of the All windows may be opened or closed by power window switch.
way. the power window master control on the
driver’s door. Each door’s switch opens CAUTION
and closes its corresponding window. To prevent the fuse from burning out
and the power window system from be-
coming damaged, do not open or close
more than two windows at the same
time.

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 WINDOWS

One-Touch Power Window

(driver’s window)
When the lower part of the switch is
pushed firmly, the window will move to its
fully open position.

Power Lock Switch PASSENGER’S SIDE

With the power lock switch in the Press the lower part of the switch to open
UNLOCK position, all of the power win- a window.
dow switches may be used. Press the upper part to close a window.

With the power lock switch in the LOCK WARNING!

position, only the driver’s window can be Do not allow children to play with
operated. the power windows. They may in-
jure themselves, perhaps seriously.
WARNING!
Keep the power lock switch in the
LOCK position except when a pow-
er window is being operated at a pas-
senger’s door. Injury may result from
unintentional window operation.

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BOOT LID

Boot lid

• To unlock the boot lid insert the primary • To open the boot lid push the key • To lock the boot lid insert the primary key
key into the key slot and turn it counter- cylinder. into the key slot and turn it clockwise.
clockwise. Then return the key to the • To close, use both hands to push the then return the key to the centre position
centre position and remove it. boot lid down until the lock snaps shut. and remove it.
Do not slam it. Pull up the boot lid to
NOTE (Power Door Locks) make sure it is secure. NOTE (Power Door Locks)
All doors simultaneously unlock when the All doors simultaneously lock when the boot
boot lid is unlocked with the primary key. WARNING! lid is locked with the primary key.
To avoid drawing dangerous ex-
haust gases into the vehicle, do not CAUTION
drive with the boot lid open. Always lock the boot lid and all doors
when leaving your vehicle unattended.

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 BOOT LID

Boot Security System

The security system is provided to safeguard
valuables.
Should it be necessary to leave your vehi-
cle with a parking attendant, etc., you may
still protect your valuables by using this system.

To use the boot security system: To cancel the boot security system:
1. Lock the rear seat backs (page 2-19). 1. Insert the primary key into the key slot.
2. Close the boot lid. 2. Return it to centrew position and remove it.
3. Insert the primary key into the key slot. 3. If necessary, unlock the rear seatbacks.
4. Turn it clockwise and remove it.

NOTE (Power Door Locks)

In this condition, the boot lid cannot be un-
locked by the power door locks.

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BONNET

Bonnet Release

1. Pull the release handle to unlatch the 2. Pull the safety catch up and lift the 3. Hold the bonnet open with the support
bonnet. bonnet. rod.

Before closing the bonnet, secure the sup-

port rod in its clip to prevent it from rattling.

To close the bonnet:

• Check the underbonnet area to make
certain that all filler caps are in place
and that all loose items have been
removed
• Close the bonnet firmly so that it latches
securely. Do not slam it shut.

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 FUEL-FILLER CAP

Fuel-Filler Cap Release

To open the fuel filler lid, pull up on the re- • To remove the cap, first turn it counter- The removed cap can be placed on the in-
mote fuel-filler lid release. clockwise. side of the fuel-filler lid when refuelling.
• To install the cap, turn it clockwise until
it clicks. This signals that the cap is se-
curely tightened.

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FUEL-FILLER CAP

WARNING! NOTE
• Fuel may be under pressure. Al- • If the fuel tank cap requires replacement,
ways remove the fuel cap careful- use only a Genuine Xedos cap or the
ly and slowly. If the cap is venting equivalent specified for your vehicle.
fuel or if a hissing sound is heard, An incorrect fuel cap can result in a
wait until the condition stops be- serious malfunction of the fuel system or
fore removing the cap. If these emission control system. Correct
precautions are not followed, fuel replacement caps are available at
may spray out and cause per- Authorised Xedos Dealers.
sonal injury. • If the fuel filler lid will not open in cold
• Fuel vapor can be extrememly haz- weather because the area around it is fro-
ardous. When refuelling, always zen, push or tap lightly on the lid.
stop the engine and never allow Manual override
sparks or open flames near the CAUTION If the fual filler lid does not openwith the re-
filler neck. Do not spill fuel on the exterior surfaces mote fuel-filler release, use the override
of the vehicle. Any type of fuel on paint- release.
ed surfaces may dull or soften paint.
The override release is behind the panel in-
side the boot on the left side. Remove the
boot side trim, reach into the opening and
pull the filler-lid latch toward the back of the
vehicle.

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 FUEL-FILLER CAP, SEATS

Front Seat Front Seat Adjustment

WARNING!
• Do not adjust the driver’s seat
while the vehicle is in motion. Do-
ing so could cause loss of con-
trol, accident, and personal
injury.
• Rear-seat passengers should not
lean on the back of the front seat
while the vehicle is in motion. A
seat back that is folded forward
even slightly may not lock proper-
ly during a sudden stop or a col-
WARNING! lision. SEAT SLIDE
To avoid possible injury by sharp • Do not allow packages or other To move the seat forward or backward,
objects, it is advisable to wear pro- objects to interfere with the nor- move the lever upward, slide the seat to
tective gloves when attempting to mal position of a seat back. This the desired position, and release the lever.
open the fuel-filler lid manually. may prevent it from locking in the
event of a sudden stop or col- CAUTION
lision. Place nothing under a front seat. Loose
objects might interfere with the seat-
slide mechanism.

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SEATS

WARNING!
To reduce the risk of sliding under
the lap belt and thereby suffering
personal injury in the event of a col-
lision, do not recline the seat back
more than necessary for comfort.
The seat belts are designed to pro-
vide optimum protection when the
front passenger and driver are sit-
ting well back and upright in their
seats. During a collision, especially
a front-end collision, the risk of per-
SEAT RECLINER sonal injury may increase with the HEADREST
To change the seat-back angle, lean forward increasing recline angle of the seat • To raise the headrest, pull it up.
slightly and raise the lever. Then lean back back because the front passenger • To lower the headrest, press the stop-
to the desired angle and release the lever. and driver may slide uner the lap catch release and press the headrest
After adjustment, make sure the lever is belt and have restraint forces ap- down.
returned to its original position; otherwise, the plied directly to their abdominal
seat back could unlatch while the vehicle is areas. Therefore, try to keep the
in motion, causing the driver to lose control seat back in a fairly upright position
of the vehicle. whenever possible.

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 SEATS

WARNING! Headrest angle (Driver’s Seat)* CUSHION TILT (Driver’s Seat)

• To reduce the risk of head and To adjust headrest angle, apply pressure to The seat cushion angle can be adjusted by
neck injuries, do not operate the top of the headrest. rotating the dial.
the vehicle with the headrest
removed.
• Adjust the top of the headrest so
that it is closest to the top of your
ears (and never behind your neck)
to reduce the chance of injury in
the event of a collision.

*Some models. 2-17

SEATS

Seat Warmer* Rear Seat

WARNING! CAUTION
• If the rear seat back is not securely When resetting the seat back to the up-
latched, passengers and objects right position, make sure it is securely
could be thrown forward and in- latched by pushing it forward and
jury could occur in the event of a rearward.
sudden stop or collision.
• To avoid the possibility of burns,
do not remove the carpet in the
cargo area. Emission controls be-
neath this area generate high ex-
haust temperatures.
• Luggage and other cargo should
not be piled higher than the seat
The front seats are electrically heated by backs because they may become
turning on the respective switch with the ig- projectiles during a sudden stop
nition switch ON (II). The thermostat regulates or collision.
the seat temperature by turning the current • To help prevent injury in the
on and off. event of sudden acceleration, a
quick stop, or a collision, pas-
sengers should not ride in the
cargo area or sit or recline on
folded seat backs while the vehi-
cle is in motion.
• Do not allow children around fold-
ed sat backs to avoid their being
trapped inside the boot.

2-18 *Some models.

 SEATS

Rear Seat Adjustment

SPLIT-FOLDING SEAT The split-folding seat is lockable from inside

The rear-seat backs fold forward to increase the boot.
the size of the boot. If you must leave the vehicle with someone,
• Push the button to unlock the seat back, you may protect valuables by locking the
then fold it forward and down. rear seat back and boot lid. Surrender only
• To raise the seat back, lift it and push it the seconday key. This key will operate only
firmly into place. the door locks and ignition switch.
To lock or unlock the seat backs, move the
lever in the direction of the arrow.

*Some models. 2-19

SEAT BELTS

Seat Belt Restraint System

To help decrease the possibility or severity WARNING! WARNING!

of injury during accidents and sudden stops, • L a p / s h o u l d e r- b e l t a s s e m b l i e s • Never wear the shoulder belt un-
we recommend that the driver and pas- maybe damaged when subjected der the arm
sengers be properly restrained at all times to stress. • Never swing it around your neck and
by using the seat belts provided. The lap- Replace all belts, retractors, and over the inside shoulder.
shoulder belts have retractors with inertia hardware in use during any colli- • Never use a single belt for more
locks. sion except a minor one. than one person at a time.
The retractors keep the belts out of the way Replace all restraint systems and • Be sure the lap portion of the belt
while passengers enter or exit the vehicle. properly repair all anchorages in is fitted snugly around the hips,
Inertia locks allow the belts to remain slack areas damaged by a collision. not the waist.
on the passengers for comfort until a de- • Passengers should not be al- • Use the shoulder belt on the out-
celeration force occurs (such as a sudden lowed to ride in the cargo area of side shoulder only.
stop or collision). At that time the belts will a vehicle. Persons not riding in a
automatically lock in position, and you and seat with a fastened seat belt are Failure to follow these precautions
your passengers will be restrained. much more likely to suffer serious could increase the chance and
bodily injury during a collision. severity of injury.

NOTE
If the belt locks when being pulled out, re-
wind it completely into the retractor then
pull it out to the desired length.

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 SEAT BELTS

To fasten seat belt Position the lap belt across your lap as LOW To unfasten seat belt
1. Grasp the buckle and tongue plate. ON THE HIPS as possible to reduce the risk Depress the button on the buckle.
2. Slowly pull out the lap/shoulder belt. of sliding under it during an accident. Ad-
3. Insert the tongue plate into the open end just the belt to a SNUG FIT by pulling it. The
of the buckle until a click is heard, indicat- belt retractor is designed to take up excess
ing the belt is locked. webbing automatically and to maintain ten-
sion on the belt.

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SEAT BELTS
Rear Seat Belts

Two kinds of belts are equipped.

• Lap/shoulder belts,
for people who sit next to the side
windows.
• Lap belt,
for people who sit in the centre of the
rear
seat.
WARNING!
• Never wear the shoulder belt un-
der the arm
• Never swing it around your neck and
Shoulder belt adjuster SEAT-BELT WARNING LIGHT/BEEP over the inside shoulder.
This adjusts the shoulder belt angle to five When you turn the ignition switch ON (II) with- • Never use a single belt for more
positions for a more comfortable fit. To ad- out first having fastened driver’s seat, a warn- than one person at a time.
just, simply push the button and move to ing light will come on and a beep will sound. • Be sure the lap portion of the belt
the desired position, and then release the (For more detailed information, refer to Warn- is fitted snugly around the hips,
button. ings and indicators on page 4-17.) not the waist.
• Use the shoulder belt on the out-
CAUTION side shoulder only.
Make sure that the belt is positioned Failure to follow these precautions
across your shoulder near your neck, could increase the chance and
not on your neck or upper arm. Failure severity of injury.
to do so could reduce the amount of pro-
tection in an accident and increase the NOTE
chance of injury. If the belt locks when being pulled out, re-
wind it completely into the retractor then
pull it out to the desired length.
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 SEAT BELTS

Lap/shoulder belt Position the lap belt across your lap as LOW Lap Belt
To fasten: ON THE HIPS as possible to reduce the risk To fasten:
1. Grasp the buckle and tongue plate. of sliding under it during an accident. 1. Grasp the buckle end.
2. Slowly pull out the lap/shoulder belt. Adjust the belt to a SNUG FIT by pulling it. 2. Insert the tongue plate into the open end
3. Insert the tongue plate into the open end The belt retractor is designed to take up ex- of the buckle until a click is heard, indicat-
of the buckle until a click is heard, indicat- cess webbing automatically and to maintain ing the belt is locked. Make sure the belt
ing the belt is locked. tension on the belt. is not twisted.

To unfasten:
Depress the button on the buckle.

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SEAT BELTS

Proper Use and Care of the

Seat-Belt System
To gain maximum effectiveness from the
seat-belt system, follow these suggestions:
• Use the belts at all times-even on short
trips.
• Never use the same belt for more than
one person at a time.
• Keep sharp edges and damaging objects
away from the belts and other parts of the
restraint system.
• Periodically inspect belt webbing, an-
chors, buckles and all other parts for
signs of wear, damage, and weakness.
3. If necessary, lengthen or shorten the belt. Position the lap belt across your lap as LOW Replace questionable parts immediately.
To adjust, hold the tongue at right angles ON THE HIPS as possible. • To clean the belt webbing, use any mild
to the webbing and pull to lengthen, or soap solution recommended for cleaning
pull the loose end of the belt webbing to WARNING! upholstery and carpets; follow the instruc-
shorten. Be sure the lap belt is fitted snugly tions provided with the soap. Do not
around the hips, not on the waist. bleach or redye the webbing because
To unfasten: Failure to do so may increase the this may weaken it.
Depress the button on the buckle. chance of injury in the event of a col- • No modifications or additions should be
lision. made by the user.
• After wearing a seat belt, make sure it is
not caught on the adjusting levers or
elsewhere.

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 SEAT BELTS, SUPPLEMENTAL DRIVER AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEM
Supplemental Driver Air Bag
Restraint System*
WARNING! The Supplemental Driver Air Bag Restraint
All seat-belt assemblies, including System is designed to provide protection for
retractors and attaching harness, the driver in a frontal accident in addition
should be inspected after any colli- to that provided to the driver by the three-
sion. We recommend that all seat- point seat belt system. However, the Sup-
belt assemblies in use during a col- plemental Air Bag Restraint System
lision be replaced unless the colli- is not designed to deploy in any accident ex-
sion was minor and the seat belts cept a moderate to severe frontal collision,
show no damage and continue to and is not designed to assist the driver in a
operate properly. Seat-belst assem- side impact, rear impact, or roll-over acci-
blies not in use during a collision dent. Seat belts, whixh are designed to help
should also be inspected and decrease the possibility or severity of injury
replaced if damage or improper in accidents or sudden stops, must be used SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
operation is noted. to obtain the best ocupant protection of The Supplemental Driver Air Bag Restraint
which the vehicle is capable. We recom- System consists of two basic sub-systems:
mend the use of seat belts by all vehi- the driver air bag system, with the inflator
cle occupants to reduce the risk of injury and air bag; and the electrical system, in-
in an accident. Use of a seat belt by the cluding crash sensors and diagnostic mod-
driver is particularly important to keep the ule. The air bag is mounted in the centre of
driver in the proper position for maximum air the steering wheel, but is designed to stay
bag protection. out of sight until activated by a moderate to
severe frontal collision.
WARNING!
To avoid any accidental activation of
the system or rendering the system
inoperative, which may result in

*Some models. 2-25

SUPPLEMENTAL DRIVER AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEM

The Supplemental Driver Air Bag Restraint WARNING!

System is designed to rapidly inflate after If the vehicle has been in a collision
receiving a signal from the crash sensors. that was not great enough to acti-
Upon inflation, the rubber coated nylon bag vate the Supplemental Driver Air
helps prevent the driver’s face and chest Bag Restraint System, a careful in-
from striking the steering wheel or wind- spection should be made to check
shield, supplementing the restraint provid- for deformation of the parts on
ed by the seat belt. The bag then rapidly which the sensors are mounted, and
deflates. repairs must be made if necessary.
See you Authorised Xedos Dealer;
NOTE otherwise the Supplemental Driver
During a severe frontal impact, a sudden, Airbag Restraint System may not
fairly loud inflation noise will be heard and function properly in the event of an
serious injury, no modifications a small quantity of smaoke will be released, accident.
should be made to any components neither of which is injurios. The smoke does
or wiring of the Supplemental Driv- not indicate a fire in the vehicle.
er Air Bag Restraint System as illus-
trated. This includes the installation The air bag is designed to function on a one-
of additional trim material, or time-only basis. In the event that the air bag
badges or similar items over the is deployed, the air bag module will not
steering wheel hub and installation function again and must be replaced.
of additional electrical/electronic Only Authorised Xedos Dealers should re-
equipment on or near Supplemental pair or replace the system.
Driver Air Bag Restraint System Please contact an Authorised Xedos Dealer.
components and/or wiring.

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 SUPPLEMENTAL DRIVER AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEM

DRIVER INFORMATION FEATURES as possible. Unless serviced, the Sup-

A diagnostic module continually monitors the plemental Driver Air Bag Restraint System
readiness of the Supplemental Driver Airbag may not function properly in the event of an
Restraint System. Monitoring begins when accident.
the ignition swith is turned to ON (II) and
continues when the vehicle is being driven. Supplemental Driver Air Bag Restraint
The following components are monitored by System warning beep
the supplmental driver air bag restraint sys- The Supplemental Driver Air Bag Restraint
tem warning light or beep. System warning light is the prime means of
• Crash sensors determining the air bag system condition.
• Backup battery However, a series of beeps will be heard if
• Air bag module the warning light is out and malfunction oc-
• Diagnostic module Supplemental Driver Air Bag Restraint curs in the system. This also means that the
• Related wiring System warning light Supplemental Driver Air BAg Restraint Sys-
• Warning light If the Supplemental Driver Air Bag Restraint tem is in need of service. See your Autho-
System is operating properly, the warning rised Xedos Dealer as soon as possible. The
light comes ON when turning the ignition beeps will repeat each time the ignition is
switch ON (II) or after cranking the engine, turned to ON(II) until the cause of
then goes out after approximately 6 sec- the light outage is rectified. Unless serv-
onds. A system malfunction is indicated by iced, the Supplemetal Driver Air Bag Re-
the flashing or continuous illumination of the straint System may not function properly in
warning light or failure of the light to turn on. the event of an accident.
If the warning light fails to light, or stays on
continuously or flashes, the Supplemental
Driver Air Bag Restraint System is in need
of service and should be taken to your
nearest Authorised Xedos Dealer as soon

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SUPPLEMENTAL DRIVER AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEM, STEERING WHEEL

Tilt Steering

WARNING! MAINTENANCE
• Do not attempt any self-servicing The Supplemental Driver Air Bag Restraint
of the Supplemental Driver Air System is maintenance free. But in the event
Bag Restraint System; tampering of a malfunction indicated by any of the fol-
could cause activation of the lowing, the vehicle should be taken promptly
system and the risk of personal to your nearest Authorised Xedos Dealer to
injury. For servicing of the Sup- have the system checked. Unless checked
plemental Air Bag System, see your and repaired, theSupplemental Driver Air
Authorised Xedos Dealer. Bag Restraint System will not function reli-
• Please refer to safety instructions ably:
available at an Authorised Xedos • Flashing of the warning light.
Dealer when the air bag module • Continuous illumination of the warning
is disposed or youe vehicle is light.
scrapped. Failure to follow these • Failure of the warning light to illuminate, To change the steering wheel angle, pull
instructions could increase the when the ignition switch is turned to down the lock release, adjust the steering
risk of personal injury. ON(II) and warning beeps sound. wheel to the desired angle then push up the
• The air bag has been inflated. lock-release lever to lock the steering
column.
NOTE
When you sell the vehicle we urge you to WARNING!
give notice to the subsequent owner that it Never adjust the tilt position of the
is equipped with a Supplemental Driver Air steering wheel while the vehicle is
Bag Restraint System by alerting him to the in motion.
applicable section in the Owner’s Manual. After adjusting, push up and down
against the steering wheel to be cer-
tain it is locked in position.

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 STEERING WHEEL, MIRRORS

Be sure to adjust any mirror angles before

driving.

WARNING!
If the outside mirrors are convex,
objects seen in the mirror are closer than
they appear.
The mirror should be used careful-
ly to estimate distances of following
vehicles when changing lanes.
Use your inside mirror to determine
the size and distance of objects
seen in the convex mirror.
Push the pad to sound the horn. Check the This switch controls the adjustments for both
horn regularly for proper operation. CAUTION right and left outside mirrors. To adjust the
Do not scrape ice off the mirror face; this position of either mirror:
may damage the surface of the glass. If 1. Move the selector switch to the right or
ice should restrict movement of the mir- left to activate the adjusting mechanism
ror, do not force the mirror to adjust it. for the corresponding mirror.
To remove ice, use a deicer (spray or 2. Adjust the mirror angle by depressing the
blower for example), sponge, or soft appropriate perimeter switch.
cloth.
NOTE
Return the selector switch to the OFF (centre)
position when not in use.

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MIRRORS

Mirror Defroster* Day/Night Mirror

CAUTION
The mirrors stop moving when they
reach the maximum adjusting angles,
but the motor continues rotating while
the switch is on. Do not leave the switch
on unnecessarily.

The rear window defroster switch also con- Adjust the mirror to centre on the view
trols the mirror defrosters. through the rear window. Make this adjust-
(Refer to page 4-25.) ment while the day/night lever is in the day
position.
Pull the day/night lever toward you to reduce
glare from the headlights of vehicle behind
you during night driving.

NOTE
Remember that you lose some rearview clar-
ity in the night position.

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 MIRRORS, SUNROOF

Sunroof*

• To close, push the opposite end.

WARNING!
• Do not extend anything, especial-
ly head and hands, through the
open sunroof while the vehicle is
in motion.
• When closing the sunroof, keep
everything, especially head and
hands, clear of the opening.

NOTE
The sunroof may be opened or closed elec- • Make sure the sunroof is fully closed
WARNING! trically. Power operation works only with the when leaving the vehicle unattended.
Do not put large objects on the flat ignition switch in the ON(II) position. • Periodically remove any dirt that may
area behind the rear seat or pile lug- • To open, press the rear end of the slide have accumulated on the guide rail.
gage or other cargo higher than the switch on the right of the overhead con-
sole. The sunroof can be opened to any
seat backs because they may ob-
position desired by pressing and releas-
scure vision and could become dan- ing this switch.
gerous projectiles during a sudden • To close, press the opposite end of the
stop or collision. switch.

The sunroof may also be tilted open. The

rear of the sunroof will raise to provide ad-
ditional ventilation.
• To open thesunroof to the tilted position,
Push the rear end of the tilt switch.

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SUNROOF

SUNSHADE MANUAL OVERRIDE When tilted, turn it counterclockwise to close

The sunshade can be opened by hand while If the sunroof will not operate by the and clockwise to open.
the glass sunroof remains closed. switches, it can be opened or closed manu-
When the glass sunroof is opened, the sun- ally withthe emergency hadle (allen Have the system checked by an Authorised
shade also opens. wrench) furnished in the glove box. Xedos Dealer as soon as possible.
The sunshade cannot be closed while the
sunroof remains open. Turn it counterclockwise to open and clock-
Close the sunroof; the sunshade may then wise to close.
be close by hand.

CAUTION
The sunshade does not tilt. Do not push
on the sunshade. it may cause damage.

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 INTERIOR LIGHTS

Interior Light Map Light*

OFF -Lights off. The light goes out if the ignition key is turned The map lights are switched on or off
DOOR -Lights on when a door is open. to ON(II), or the driver’s door is locked. individually by pushing the buttons.
ON -Lights on.

NOTE
When the switch is in the door position, the
interior light:
• Comes on for about 15 seconds when
the driver’s door is unlocked, or when the
key is used to unlock the passenger’s
door.
• Comes on for about 30 seconds after the
ignition key is removed.

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INTERIOR LIGHTS, LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT

Courtesy Lights Boot Light

When a door is opened, the courtesy lights When the boot lid is opened, the boot light
come on automatically. will be turned on automatically.
Closing the door turns them off automatically. Closing the boot lid will automatically turn the
light off.

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MEMO

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3 Protecting Your Xedos Vehicle

FUEL REQUIREMENTS 3 - 2
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM 3 - 2
BEFORE DRIVING 3 - 3
RUNNING-IN 3 - 4
ECONOMICAL OPERATION 3 - 4
SPECIAL DRIVING CONDITIONS 3 - 5
LABEL INFORMATION 3 - 8

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FUEL REQUIREMENTS, EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
Fuel Requirements Engine Exhaust Gas Operating Precautions for
Precautions Catalytic Converters
(Carbon Monoxide)
Use only unleaded petrol with an octane rat- Engine exhaust gases contain carbon Your vehicle is equipped with a catalytic con-
ing of at least 95 (Research Octane Num- monoxide. Though colourless and odour- verter emission control device.
ber) conforming to DIN 51 607. less, it is dangerous, even lethal, if inhaled. Therefore, the following precautions must be
You may use unleaded petrol with an octane • Carbon monoxide can be present with observed:
rating of at least 90 (Research Octane Num- other exhaust fumes. Therefore, if you
ber) at slightly reduced performance. smell exhaust fumes of any kind inside • Use only UNLEADED FUEL
your vehicle, have it inspected and • Do not park the vehicle over or near flam-
WARNING! repaired immediately by an Authorised mable objects, such as dry grass. Under
Never use leaded petrol in your Xedos dealer. Do not drive with exhaust certain conditions, they could be ignited
Xedos Vehicle if it has a catalytic fumes present,but if you must, do so only by a hot exhaust system.
converter. The lead will accumulate with all windows fully open. • Do not operate the vehicle when there are
on the oxygen sensor and the cata- • Do not operate the engine in confined or signs of engine malfunction, such as mis-
lyst within the converter. This will closed areas (such as garages) any more fire or other noticeable loss of per-
result in a malfunction of the emis- than is necessary to move the vehi- formance.
sion control system, causing poor cle to and from the area. • Do not misuse or abuse the engine. Ex-
performance. • When the vehicle is stopped in an uncon- amples of misuse are coasting with the
If you believe the engine is not func- fined area for more than a short time with ignition off and descending steep grades
tioning properly, consult an Autho- the engine running, adjust the heating or in gear with the ignition off.
rised Xedos Dealer as soon as possible. cooling system to draw outside air into • Do not operate the engine at high idle
the vehicle. speeds for extended periods (5 minutes
• Never sit in a parked or stopped vehicle or more).
for any length of time with the engine • Do not modify or tamper with any part of
running. the engine or emission control system. All
inspections and adjustments must be
made by a qualified technician.

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 EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM, BEFORE DRIVING

Failure to observe the above precautions BEFORE ENTERING VEHICLE BEFORE STARTING
could result in damage to the catalytic con- • Be sure that all windows, outside mir- • Close all doors.
verter and to your vehicle. ror(s), and outside lights are clean. • Position the seat so that all controls are
• Check the condition of the tyres. easily reached.
• Check under the vehicle for any sign of • Adjust the inside and outside mirrors.
leaks. • Fasten seat belts of occupied seats.
• Be sure there are no obstacles behind • Be sure that all lights work.
you if you intend to back up. • check all gauges.
• Check the operation of warning lights
Necessary inspections when the ignition switch is turned to the
Fluid levels, such as engine oil, engine cool- ON(II) position.
ant, brake/clutch fluid, and washer fluid, • Release the parking brake and make
should be checked daily, weekly, or when- sure the (parking*) brake warning light
ever you refuel, depending on the fluid. Fur- goes out.
ther details are provided in Maintenance,
Section 7. For safe operation, be sure that you are
familiar with your vehicle and its equipment.

*Left hand drive models

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RUNNING IN, ECONOMICAL OPERATION

No special running-in period is needed. But Your vehicle’s fuel economy is mainly de- • Maintain a safe distance from other vehi-
by following a few simple precautions for the pendent on your style of driving: how you cles to avoid sudden stops. This will re-
first 1,000km (600 miles), you may add to drive, where you drive, and when you drive. duce wear on brake linings and pads and
the performance, economy, and life of your These have an effect on how many kilome- save fuel because extra fuel is required
vehicle. tres (miles) you can get from a litre (gallon) to accelerate back to driving speed.
of fuel. To operate your vehicle as econom- • Do not carry unnecessary weight in the
• Do not race the engine. ically as possible, use the following driving vehicle.
• Do not maintain a single speed for long suggestions to help save money in both fuel • Do not rest your foot on the brake pedal
periods of time, either fast or slow. and repairs: while driving. this can cause needless
• Avoid hard stops, except in emergencies, wear, possible damage to the brakes,
to allow the brakes to seat properly. • Avoid lengthy warm-up idling. Once the and poor fuel economy.
• Avoid full-throttle starts. engine is running smoothly, begin driving- • Improper wheel alignment cause the
but gently. Remember, though, tyres to roll at excessive angles, which
that on cold days, warm-up may take a results in faster tyre wear. It takes more
little longer. power to overcome this improper align-
• Save fuel by avoiding fast starts. ment, which wastes fuel.
• Keep the engine in tune and follow the • Open windows at high speeds can less-
recommended periodic maintenance en fuel economy.
schedule. This will increase the life of all • Fuel economy is less in cross winds and
parts and lower operating costs. headwinds. To help offset some of this
• Use the air conditioner only when loss, slow down when driving in these
necessary. conditions.
• Slow down when driving on rough roads.
• For longer tyre life and better fual econ- Keeping a vehicle in good operating condi-
omy, always keep the tyres inflated to the tion is important for both economy and safe-
correct pressures. ty. Therefore, have an Authorised Xedos
Dealer perform scheduled inspections and

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 ECONOMICAL OPERATION, SPECIAL DRIVING CONDITIONS

Hazardous Driving

maintenance. When hazardous driving is encountered be- WARNING!

cause of water, snow, ice, mud, sand, or On slippery surfaces, do not down-
CAUTION similar hazard, follow these suggestions. shift inot 1 (First) with a manual
Never turn off the engine to coast down • Drive cautiously and allow extra distance transaxle or, L (Low) with an auto-
hills. The power steering and power for braking. matic transaxle.
brakes will not function without the en- • Avoid sudden movements in braking or This may cause skidding.
gine running. Instead, downshift to an steering.
appropriate gear for engine braking • When braking, depress the brake pedal NOTE
effect. with a light up-and-down motion until the Use snow chains only on front wheels.
vehicle is stopped.
• If stalled in snow, mud, or sand, use sec-
ond gear and accelerate slowly. Low
gear may be used, if necessary. Acceler-
ate slowly to avoid spinning the front
wheels.
• Use sand, rock salt, tyre chains or other
nonslip material under the fromnt wheels
to provide traction when stalled in ice,
snow, or mud.

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SPECIAL DRIVING CONDITIONS

Rocking the Vehicle Winter Driving

If it is necessary to rock the vehicle to free • We recommend that you carry emergen- SNOW TYRES
it from snow, sand, or mud, move the selec- cy equipment. Some things you might in- When snow tyres are used, select the
tor lever of an automatic transaxle from D clude are tyre chains, a window scraper, size and construction specified on the
(Drive) to R (Reverse) in a repeat pattern a bag of sand or salt, flares, a small shov- tyre pressure label. It is strongly recom-
while depressing the accelerator gently. With el and jump leads. mended that snow tyres be used on all
a manual transaxle, move the shift lever back • Make sure you have sufficient ethylene- four wheels, or ppor handling may re-
and forth from 1 (First) to R (Reverse). Do glycol coolant in the radiator. sult. Please also note the inflation pressure
not race the engine. if you are still stuck af- • Check the battery condition and cables. recommended from the tyre maker.
ter a couple of minutes of rocking, have the ve- Cold temperatures reduce the capacity
hicle pulled out to avoid engine overheating of any battery, so it must be in top shape WARNING!
and possible danage to the transaxle. to provide enough winter starting power. Snow tyres should be equivalent in size
• Make sure the engine oil viscosity is suit- and type to the vehicle’s stan-
CAUTION able for cold weather. dard tyres. Otherwise, the safety
Prolonged rocking may cause engine • Check the ignition system for loose con- and handling of your vehicle may be
overheating, transaxle damage or fail- nections and damage. affected.
ure, and tyre damage. • Use antifreeze-formulated washer fluid.
(Do not use engine coolant antifreeze.) NOTE
WARNING! • Do not use the parking brake when it Do not install studded tyres without first
Do not spin the wheels too much, might freeze. When parking, shift to P checking local regulations fpr possible res-
because increased wear and dam- (Park) with on an automatic transaxle,and trictions.
age to the drive components may to 1 (First) or R (Reverse) on a manual
result. transaxle and block the rear wheels.

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 SPECIAL DRIVING CONDITIONS

Driving in Flooded Areas

TYRE CHAINS • Drive carefully and avoid bumps, Avoid driving through flooded areas unless
Tyre Chain Selection holes, and sharp turns, which may you are sure the water is no higher than the
Regulations regarding the use of tyre chains cause the vehicle to bounce. bottom of the wheel rims. Drive through any
vary according to location or type of road. • Avoid sharp turns or locked-wheel water slowly. Allow adequate stopping dis-
so always check them before installing braking. tance because wet brakes do not grip well.
chains. After driving through water, dry the brakes
by gently applying them several times while
Chain installation the vehicle is moving slowly.
When installing chains on your tyres, care-
fully follow the instructions of the chain
manufacturer.
The chain bands will scratch the wheel
covers. Remove the covers before installing
the chains.
Install the chains on the front tyres as tightly
as possible. The use of chains on the rear
tyres is not recommended. Retighten the
chains after driving 0.5-1.0km (1/4-1/2
mile.)

CAUTION
• The use of chains may adversely af-
fect vehicle handling.
• Do not exceed 50km/h (30mph) or
the chain manufacturer’s recom-
mended speed limit, whichever is
lower.

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LABEL INFORMATION

Label Information

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LABEL INFORMATION

*Some models. 3-9