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WARNING
Do not drive the vehicle with the KEY
warning light illuminated:If the KEY warning light remains
illuminated, do not continue to drive
using the advanced key system. Park
the vehicle in a safe place and use
the auxiliary key to continue driving
the vehicle. Have the vehicle
inspected at an Authorized Mazda
Dealer as soon as possible.
When flashing
lUnder the following conditions, the
KEY warning light (red) flashes to
inform the driver that the push button
start will not switch to ACC even if it
is pressed from off.
lThe advanced key battery is dead.lThe advanced key is not within
operational range.
lThe advanced key is placed in areas
where it is difficult for the system to
detect the signal (page 3-7).
lA key from another manufacturer
similar to the advanced key is in the
operational range.
lUnder the following conditions, the
KEY warning light (red) will flash
continuously when the push button
start has not been pressed off to notify
the driver that the advanced key has
been removed. The KEY warning light
(red) will stop flashing when the
advanced key is back inside the
vehicle:
lThe push button start has not been
pressed off, the driver's door is
open, and the advanced key is
removed from the vehicle.
lThe push button start has not been
pressed off and all the doors are
closed after removing the advanced
key from the vehicle.
NOTE
Because the advanced key utilizes low-intensity
radio waves, the Advanced Key Removed From
Vehicle Warning may activate if the advanced
key is carried together with a metal object or it
is placed in a poor signal reception area.
KEY Indicator Light (Green)
When illuminated
When the brake pedal is depressed with
an automatic transaxle or the clutch pedal
is depressed with a manual transaxle, the
system confirms that the correct advanced
key is inside the vehicle, the KEY
indicator light (green) illuminates, and the
push button start can be pressed to ACC
(page 3-11).
When flashing
When the push button start is pressed off
from ON, the KEY indicator light (green)
flashes for approximately 30 seconds
indicating that the remaining battery
power is low. Replace with a new battery
before the advanced key becomes
unusable.
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Refer to Advanced Key Maintenance on
page 3-7.
NOTE
The advanced key can be set so that the KEY
indicator light (green) does not flash even if
the battery power is low.
Refer to Personalization Features on page
10-10.
qElectronic Steering Lock
Warning Lightí
The warning light remains illuminated for
a few seconds after the push button start is
pressed ON.
It flashes if the steering wheel is not
unlocked after the push button start is
pressed. (page 3-11)
qSecurity Indicator Light
This indicator light starts flashing every 2
seconds when the ignition is switched
from ON to ACC and the immobilizer
system is armed. The light stops flashing when the ignition
is switched ON with the correct ignition
key.
At this time, the immobilizer system is
disarmed and the light illuminates for
about 3 seconds and then turns off.
If the engine does not start with the
correct ignition key, and the security
indicator light keeps illuminating or
flashing, the system may have a
malfunction. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
q
Headlight High-Beam Indicator
Light
This light indicates one of two things:lThe high-beam headlights are on.lThe turn signal lever is in the flash-to-
pass position.
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Sunvisors
When you need a sunvisor, lower it for
use in front or swing it to the side.
Sunvisor
qVanity Mirrors
To use the vanity mirror, lower the
sunvisor.
If your vehicle is equipped with a vanity
mirror light, it will illuminate when you
open the cover.
Interior Lights
qIlluminated Entry System
When the illuminated entry system
operates, the overhead light (switch is in
the DOOR position) turns on for:
lAbout 30 seconds after the driver's
door is unlocked and the ignition key is
removed (without advanced key) or the
ignition is switched off (with advanced
key).
lAbout 15 seconds after all doors are
closed.
(With Advanced key)
About 5 seconds after all doors are
closed when the advanced key is
outside of the vehicle.
lAbout 15 seconds after the ignition is
switched off (LOCK) and the ignition
key removed (without advanced key)
with all doors closed.
The light also turns off when:
lThe ignition is switched on and all
doors are closed.
lThe driver's door is locked.
NOTE
lBattery saver
If any door is left opened, the light turns off
after about 30 minutes to save the battery.
The light turns on again when the ignition
is switched on, or when any door is opened
after all doors have been closed.
lThe operation of the illuminated entry
system can be changed.
Refer to Personalization Features on page
10-10.
Interior Comfort
Interior Equipment
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3. Select the item you want to turn off(TIRE ROTATION or SERVICE DUE)
by pressing the Enter (up/down) switch
up or down, and then press the Enter
(up/down) switch.
4. Select OFF and press the Enter (up/
down) switch.
qWarning Indicator
The following warning indicators are
displayed according to necessity. Warning
indicators are displayed regardless of the
multi-information display operation.
lDOOR OPEN (including trunk and the
liftgate)
lTIGHTEN FUEL CAP (Displayed
when the check fuel cap warning light
illuminates in the instrument cluster.)
lCHECK TIRE PRESSURE
lRELEASE PARKING BRAKElAdvanced Keyless Entry System
related
lKEY BATTERY IS LOWlADVANCED KEY NOT FOUNDlMOVE SHIFT LEVER TO PlSTEERING WHEEL LOCK NOT
RELEASED TURN WHEEL LEFT
AND RIGHT
lDEPRESS BRAKE PEDAL TO
START ENGINE
lDEPRESS CLUTCH PEDAL TO
START ENGINE
lUSE AUXILIARY KEY
NOTE
When more than two warnings occur at the
same time, indicators are switched at each
specified time.
q Settings
The following settings can be changed:lBuzzer volume (Ignition key reminder,
lights-on reminder)
lTurn indicator soundlDistance unitlTemperature unitlDisplay language
The data for the trip computer average
fuel economy and the average vehicle
speed can also be changed.
To change settings
1. Press the INFO switch until the SETTINGS screen is displayed.
2. Select PREFERENCES by pressing the Enter (up/down) switch up or down,
and then press the Enter (up/down)
switch.
3. Select the setting item you want to change by pressing the Enter (up/
down) switch up or down, and then
press the Enter (up/down) switch.
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Personalization Features
The following Personalization Features are available. These settings can only be changed by an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.Setting Available customization Initial Setting After Setting Change
Auto headlight on/off The headlight illumination on/off timing based
on the surrounding lightness/darkness can be
changed. 2000
―4000 lx 1000 ―2000 lx
Turn indicator The beep volume level can be changed. High Low/Deactivated
Key reminder
warning alarm The volume of the key reminder warning alarm
can be changed.
High Low
Lights-on reminder
warning alarm The volume of the lights-on reminder warning
alarm can be changed.
High Low/Deactivated
Illumination entry The time required for the interior lamp to turn
off automatically after all doors are closed can
be changed.
15 seconds 7.5/30/60 seconds
The function allowing the interior lamp to
illuminate automatically when the ignition is
switched off can be deactivated. Activated Deactivated
The function allowing the interior lamp to
illuminate automatically when the doors are
unlocked can be deactivated. Activated Deactivated
The time required for the interior lamp to turn
off automatically can be changed
(prevents battery depletion when a door is
open/ajar). 30 minutes 10/60 minutes
The time required for the interior lamp to
illuminate after unlocking any door can be
changed. 30 seconds 7.5/15/60 seconds
The function allowing the interior lamp to turn
off automatically when any door is opened
(or not securely closed) can be changed. Activated Deactivated
Smart turn The function allowing the turn signal lights to
flash three times with a momentary turn switch
operation (when changing lanes) can be
activated. Deactivated Activated
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SettingAvailable customization Initial Setting After Setting Change
Advanced keyless
entry The function to automatically lock doors when
leaving the vehicle while carrying the key can
be activated.
Deactivated Activated
The advanced key's remaining battery level
warning light in the instrument cluster can be
deactivated. Activated Deactivated
The volume of the answer-back beep during
keyless entry system operation can be adjusted. High Low/Deactivated
The volume of the warning beep for the
advanced keyless entry system can be adjusted. High
Low
The function allowing the power supply to turn
off automatically after the ignition has been left
in the ACC position for a long period of time
can be deactivated. Activated Deactivated
A transition pattern in which the ignition
position can be switched when pressing the
push button start can be selected. ON
→Off ON →ACC →Off
The advanced key function can be deactivated. Activated Deactivated
The method for unlocking the doors using the
request switch can be selected. Press × 2 Press × 1
Theft-deterrent
system The method for setting the theft-deterrent
system can be changed. Both the remote
controller and the door key cylinder can be set or cleared Remote controller
(set and cleared)/Door key cylinder
(cleared only)
Multi information
display The display language can be selected.
English, French,
or Spanish
English/German/French/Italian/ Spanish
The distance unit can be changed. mile or km km or mile
The temperature unit can be changed. °F or °C°C or °F
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A
Accessory Socket ............................ 6-112
Adaptive Front Lighting System
(AFS) ................................................ 5-61
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and
Accessories ....................................... 9-19
Advanced Key ..................................... 3-2Advanced key maintenance ......... 3-5
Advanced key suspend
function ...................................... 3-21
Auxiliary key .............................. 3-21
Locking, unlocking with request
switch ........................................... 3-9
Opening the liftgate/trunk lid ..... 3-11
Operational range ......................... 3-7
Remote control function ............. 3-17
Service ......................................... 3-7
Warning and beep sounds .......... 3-22
When warning indicator/beep is
activated ..................................... 3-25
Air Bag Systems ............................... 2-43
Antenna ............................................. 6-16
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ......... 5-8 Warning light ............................... 5-8
Appearance Care ............................... 8-59
Audio System ................................... 6-16 Audio control switch .................. 6-56
Audio set .................................... 6-27
AUX mode ................................. 6-59
Operating tips for audio
system ........................................ 6-17
Safety certification ..................... 6-61
Automatic Transaxle Driving tips ................................ 5-19
Fluid ........................................... 8-24
Manual shift mode ..................... 5-16
Shift-lock override ..................... 5-15
Shift-lock system ....................... 5-15
Transaxle ranges ........................ 5-14
B
BatteryEmergency starting .................... 7-17
Maintenance ............................... 8-31
Specifications ............................. 10-4
Beep Sounds Electronic steering lock
warning ...................................... 5-57
Ignition key reminder ................. 5-57
Lights-on reminder ..................... 5-57
Seat belt warning ........................ 5-57
Tire inflation pressure warning ... 5-57
Before Starting the Engine .................. 4-6 After getting in ............................. 4-6
Before getting in .......................... 4-6
Bluetooth Audio ............................... 6-62
Bluetooth Hands-Free ....................... 6-71 Basic Bluetooth Hands-Free
operation .................................... 6-75
Convenient use of the hands-free
system ........................................ 6-79
Hands-free setting ...................... 6-85
Mazda Bluetooth Hands-Free
customer service ......................... 6-92
Safety certification ..................... 6-91
When Bluetooth Hands-Free cannot
be used ....................................... 6-91
Body Lubrication .............................. 8-27
Boost Gauge ..................................... 5-39
Bottle Holder ................................... 6-108
Brake/Clutch
Fluid ........................................... 8-23
Brakes Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ..... 5-8
Brakes assist ................................. 5-9
Foot brake .................................... 5-5
Parking brake ............................... 5-6
Warning light ............................... 5-7
Break-In Period ................................... 4-7
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