2010 MAZDA MODEL 3 HATCHBACK Fuel

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Meters and Gauges
(Black-out meter)
When the ignition is switched ON, the dashboard gauges illuminate.
Speedometer ...................................................................................................... page 5-35
Odometer, Trip Meter and Trip Meter Selector .................................................. page 5-35
Tachometer ........................................................................................................ page 5-36
Fuel Gauge ........................................................................................................ page 5-37
Dashboard Illumination ..................................................................................... page 5-37
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For instance, trip meter A can record the
distance from the point of origin, and trip
meter B can record the distance from
where the fuel tank is filled.
When trip meter A is selected, pressing
the selector again within one second will
change to trip meter B mode.
When trip meter A is selected, TRIP A
will be displayed. When trip meter B is
selected, TRIP B will be displayed.
The trip meter records the total distance
the vehicle is driven until the meter is
again reset. Return it to“0.0”by holding
the selector depressed for 1 second or
more. Use this meter to measure trip
distances and to compute fuel
consumption.
NOTE
lOnly the trip meters record tenths of
kilometers (miles).
lThe trip record will be erased when:lThe power supply is interrupted (blown
fuse or the battery is disconnected).
lThe vehicle is driven over 999.9 km
(mile).
qTachometer
The tachometer shows engine speed in
thousands of revolutions per minute
(rpm).
(2.0-liter engine model)
Red zone
(2.5-liter engine model)
Red zone
CAUTION
Do not run the engine with the
tachometer needle in the RED ZONE.
This may cause severe engine
damage.
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qFuel Gauge
The fuel gauge shows approximately how
much fuel is remaining in the tank when
the ignition is switched ON.
We recommend keeping the tank over 1/4
full.
If the gauge indicates that the fuel level is
near E, refuel as soon as possible.
NOTE
lAfter refueling, it may require some time for
the indicator to stabilize. In addition, the
indicator may deviate while driving on a
slope or curve since the fuel moves in the
tank.
lThe direction of the arrow () shows that
the fuel-filler lid is on the right side of the
vehicle.
qDashboard Illumination
Rotate the knob to adjust the brightness of
the instrument cluster and other
illuminations in the dashboard.
NOTE
lThe brightness of dashboard illuminations
can be adjusted when the headlight switch
is in the
orposition.lWhen the dashboard illumination
brightness cannot be adjusted any more, a
beep sound will be heard.
l(Black-out meter)
The brightness of the instrument cluster
illumination can be adjusted when the
headlight switch is in any position.
Bright Dim
Canceling the illumination dimmer
When the headlight switch is in the
orposition, the illumination of the
instrument cluster and the information
display dims.
When driving on snowy or foggy roads,
or in other situations when the instrument
cluster or information display's visibility
is reduced due to glare from surrounding
brightness, cancel the illumination
dimmer and increase the illumination
intensity.
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Signal Warning/Indicator Lights Page
Low Fuel Warning Light 5-45
Check Fuel Cap Warning Light 5-45
Seat Belt Warning Light/Beep 5-45
Door-Ajar Warning Light 5-46
Low Washer Fluid Level Warning Light 5-46
Automatic Transaxle Warning Light 5-47
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light 5-47
KEY Warning Light (Red)/KEY Indicator Light (Green) 5-49
Electronic Steering Lock Warning Light 5-50
Security Indicator Light 5-50
Headlight High-Beam Indicator Light 5-51
Shift Position Indicator Light 5-51
TCS/DSC Indicator Light 5-51
DSC OFF Indicator Light 5-52
AFS OFF Indicator Light 5-52
Cruise Main Indicator Light (Amber)/Cruise Set Indicator Light (Green) 5-52
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The check engine light may illuminate in
the following cases:
lThe fuel tank level being very low or
approaching empty.
lThe engine's electrical system has a
problem.
lThe emission control system has a
problem.
lThe fuel-filler cap is missing or not
tightened securely.
If the check engine light remains on or
flashes continuously, do not drive at high
speeds and consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer as soon as possible.
qHigh Engine Coolant
Temperature Warning Light
When the ignition is switched ON, the
light illuminates momentarily and then
turns off.
The light flashes when the engine coolant
temperature is extremely high, and
illuminates when the engine coolant
temperature increases further.
Handling Procedure
Flashing light
Drive slowly to reduce engine load.
Illuminated light
This indicates the possibility of
overheating. Park the vehicle in a safe
place immediately and take appropriate
measures.
Refer to Overheating (page 7-15).
CAUTION
Do not drive the vehicle with the high
engine coolant temperature warning
light illuminated. Otherwise, it could
result in damage to the engine.
qAir Bag/Front Seat Belt
Pretensioner System Warning Light
If the air bag/front seat belt pretensioner
system is working properly, the warning
light illuminates when the ignition is
switched ON or after the engine is
cranked. The warning light turns off after
a specified period of time.
A system malfunction is indicated if the
warning light constantly flashes,
constantly illuminates or does not
illuminate at all when the ignition is
switched ON. If any of these occur,
consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as
soon as possible. The system may not
work in an accident.
WARNING
Never tamper with the air bag/
pretensioner systems and always have
an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform
all servicing and repairs:
Self-servicing or tampering with the
systems is dangerous. An air bag/
pretensioner could accidentally
activate or become disabled causing
serious injury or death.
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qLow Fuel Warning Light
This warning light signals that the fuel
tank will soon be empty.
Refuel as soon as possible.
qCheck Fuel Cap Warning Light
This warning light illuminates for a few
seconds when the ignition is switched
ON.
If the check fuel cap warning light
illuminates while driving, the fuel-filler
cap may not be installed properly. Stop
the engine and reinstall the fuel-filler cap.
Refer to the fuel-filler cap on page 3-49.
qSeat Belt Warning Light/Beep
The seat belt warning light illuminates
and a beep sound will be heard if the
driver's seat belt is not fastened when the
ignition is switched ON.Conditions of operation
Condition Result
The driver's seat belt is not
fastened when the ignition is
switched ON.The warning light
illuminates for about 1
minute and a beep
sound will be heard
for about 6 seconds.
The driver's seat belt is
fastened while the warning
light and the beep sound are
activated.The warning light
turns off and the beep
sound stops.
The driver's seat belt is
fastened before the ignition
is switched ON.The warning light will
not illuminate and the
beep sound will not be
heard.
Belt minder
NOTE
The belt minder can be deactivated. Consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer to deactivate or
restore the seat belt minder.
Driver seated/Front passenger not
seated
The belt minder is a supplemental
warning to the seat belt warning function.
If the driver's seat belt is not fastened
when the ignition is switched ON, the
warning light/beep operates to give you
further reminders according to the chart
below.
ConditionVehicle speed
Between 0―20
km/h
(0―12 mph)20 km/h
(12 mph) or
more
Seat belt
Indicator
Beep
: Fastened: Unfastened: Illuminated: Flashing: Beep
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Switch Function
Enter (up/down) switch Used to select a menu and change numbers. Select up or down and press enter.
Right switch/Left
switchUsed to select digits when setting numbers.
Navi switch
(With navigation sys-
tem)Press to switch the system to the navigation system screen.
BACK switch Press during SETTINGS to return to the previous screen.
INFO switch Press to switch to the multi information display.
Switches the setting display in the order of Trip computer
(average fuel economy/average vehicle speed)→Trip computer
(current fuel economy/distance-to-empty)→Audio display→Settings
(reset averages/maintenance/preferences). Each time the switch is pressed, the multi
information display cycles through.
qMulti Information Display Functions
Function name Details See page
Clock Constant display of time. 6-99
Outside Temperature
DisplayConstant display of ambient temperature. 6-99
Audio Display Displays the audio operation status. Displayed when the INFO switch is
pressed.6-99
Trip Computer Displays the average fuel economy, average vehicle speed, current fuel
economy, and distance-to-empty. Displayed when the INFO switch is
pressed.6-100
Maintenance
MonitorNotification of periodic inspection and tire rotation period 6-101
Warning indicator Notification of the need to take caution 6-106
Settings Used to change the multi information display settings. Displayed when the
INFO switch is pressed.6-106
Navigation system Refer to the separate manual
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qTrip Computer
The trip computer can display the
following:
lThe average fuel economy.lThe average vehicle speed.lThe current fuel economy.lThe approximate distance you can
travel on the available fuel.
1. Switch the ignition ON.
2. Press the INFO switch until the trip
computer screen is displayed.
If you have any problems with your trip
computer, consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
Average fuel economy
This mode displays the average fuel
economy by calculating the fuel
consumption and the distance traveled
since connecting the battery or resetting
the data.
Average fuel economy will be calculated
every minute.
To erase the displayed data, Refer to
Settings on page 6-106.
After erasing, the calculated average fuel
economy in - - -L/100 km (- - -mpg) is
displayed after 1 minute has elapsed.
Average vehicle speed
This mode displays the average vehicle
speed by calculating the distance and the
time traveled since connecting the battery
or resetting the data.
The average vehicle speed will be
calculated every 10 seconds.
To erase the displayed data, Refer to
Settings on page 6-106.
After erasing, the calculated average
vehicle speed in - - -km/h (- - -mph) is
displayed after 1 minute has elapsed.
Current fuel economy
This mode displays the current fuel
economy by calculating the amount of
fuel consumption and the distance
traveled.
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