2012 MAZDA MODEL CX-7 ignition

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Lighting Control
qHeadlights
CAUTION
(With AUTO position)
ØDo not shade the light sensor by adhering a sticker or a label on the windshield.
Otherwise the light sensor will not operate correctly.
Light sensor
ØThe light sensor also works as a rain sensor for the auto-wiper control. Keep
hands and scrapers clear of the windshield when the wiper lever is in the AUTO
position and the ignition is switched ON as fingers could be pinched or the wipers
and wiper blades damaged when the wipers activate automatically. If you are
going to clean the windshield, be sure the wipers are turned off completely - this is
particularly important when clearing ice and snow - when it is particularly
tempting to leave the engine running.
NOTE
lIf the light switch is left on, the lights will automatically switch off approximately 30 seconds after
switching the ignition to ACC or switching the ignition off.
lTo prevent discharging the battery, do not leave the lights on while the engine is off unless safety
requires them.
(With AUTO position)lThe headlights, other exterior lights and dashboard illumination may not turn off
immediately even if the surrounding area becomes well-lit because the light sensor
determines that it is nighttime if the surrounding area is continuously dark for several
minutes such as inside long tunnels, traffic jams inside tunnels, or in indoor parking lots.
In this case, the light turns off if the light switch is turned to the OFF position.
lThe timing for turning on the headlights, other exterior lights and dashboard
illumination can be delayed by adjusting the sensitivity of the light sensor. Consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer regarding sensor adjustment.
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lThe sensitivity of the AUTO lights may be changed by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.lInstrument panel illumination can be adjusted by rotating the knob in the instrument
cluster. Also, day/night mode can be changed by pressing the knob.
To adjust the brightness of the dashboard illumination:
Refer to Dashboard Illumination on page 5-43.
AUTO (Auto-light control)
When the headlight switch is in the AUTO position and the ignition is switched ON, the
light sensor senses the surrounding lightness or darkness and automatically turns on or off
the headlights, other exterior lights and dashboard illumination (see chart above).
Type A (Without AUTO position)
Turn the headlight switch to turn the headlights, other exterior lights and dashboard
illumination on or off.
Ignition switched ON
Switch Position
Headlights Off Off On
Taillights
Parking lights
License lights
Side-marker lights
Dashboard illuminationOff On On
Ignition switched OFF
Switch Position
Headlights Off Off On
Taillights
Parking lights
License lights
Side-marker lights
Dashboard illuminationOff On On
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Type B (With AUTO position)
Turn the headlight switch to turn the headlights, other exterior lights and dashboard
illumination on or off.
Ignition switched ON
Switch Position
Headlights Off
AutoOff On
Taillights
Parking lights
License lights
Side-marker lights
Dashboard illuminationOff On On
Ignition switched OFF
Switch Position
Headlights Off Off Off On
Taillights
Parking lights
License lights
Side-marker lights
Dashboard illuminationOff Off On On
Type C (Daytime Running Lights with AUTO position)
NOTE
The Daytime Running Lights turn off when the parking brake is applied.
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The daytime running lights automatically turn on when the ignition is switched ON.
Turn the headlight switch to turn the headlights, other exterior lights and dashboard
illumination on or off.
Ignition switched ON
Switch Position
Headlights On*1
Auto*2
On*1On
Taillights
Parking lights
License lights
Side-marker lights
Dashboard illuminationOff On On
Ignition switched OFF
Switch Position
Headlights Off Off Off On
Taillights
Parking lights
License lights
Side-marker lights
Dashboard illuminationOff Off On On
*1 Daytime running lights on
*2 The headlight and other light settings switch automatically depending on the surrounding brightness detected
by the sensor.
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qHeadlight Levelingí
The number of passengers and weight of
cargo in the luggage compartment change
the angle of the headlights.
The headlight leveling switch is used to
adjust the angle of the headlights
manually.
Select the proper headlight angle from the following
chart.
Front seat
Rear
seatLoadSwitch
Position
Driver Passenger
×―――0
××――0
×× ×―1
×× ×× 2
×――×3
×: Yes
―:No
qDaytime Running Lights (Canada)
In Canada, vehicles must be driven with
the headlights on during daytime
operation.
For that reason, the daytime running lights
automatically turn on when the ignition is
switched ON.NOTE
The Daytime Running Lights turn off when the
parking brake is applied.
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Windshield Wipers and
Washer
The ignition must be switched ON.
WARNING
Use only windshield washer fluid or
plain water in the reservoir:
Using radiator antifreeze as washer
fluid is dangerous. If sprayed on the
windshield, it will dirty the
windshield, affect your visibility, and
could result in an accident.
Only use windshield washer fluid
mixed with anti-freeze protection in
freezing weather conditions:
Using windshield washer fluid
without anti-freeze protection in
freezing weather conditions is
dangerous as it could freeze on the
windshield and block your vision
which could cause an accident.
In addition, make sure the
windshield is sufficiently warmed
using the defroster before spraying
the washer fluid.NOTE
Because heavy ice and snow can jam the wiper
blades, the wiper motor is protected from
motor breakdown, overheating and possible
fire by a circuit breaker. This mechanism will
automatically stop operation of the blades, but
only for about 5 minutes.
If this happens, turn off the wiper switch and
park off the right-of-way, and remove the snow
and ice.
After 5 minutes, turn on the switch and the
blades should operate normally. If they do not
resume functioning, consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. Drive to
the side of the road and park off the right-of-
way. Wait until the weather clears before trying
to drive with the wipers inoperative.
qWindshield Wipers
Turn the wipers on by pressing the lever
up or down.
With INT position
Switch
PositionWiper operation
Single wipe cycle (mist)
Intermittent
Low speed
High speed
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CAUTION
ØDo not shade the rain sensor by
adhering a sticker or a label on
the windshield. Otherwise the rain
sensor will not operate correctly.
Rain sensor
ØWhen the wiper lever is in the
AUTO position and the ignition is
switched ON, the wipers may
move automatically in the
following cases:
ØIf the windshield above the rain
sensor is touched or wiped with
a cloth.
ØIf the windshield is struck with
a hand or other object from
either outside or inside the
vehicle.
Keep hands and scrapers clear of
the windshield when the wiper
lever is in the AUTO position and
the ignition is switched ON as
fingers could be pinched or the
wipers and wiper blades damaged
when the wipers activate
automatically.
If you are going to clean the
windshield, be sure the wipers are
turned off completely―this is
particularly important when
clearing ice and snow―when it is
most likely that the engine is left
running.
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Rear Window Wiper and
Washer
The ignition must be switched ON.
qRear Window Wiper
Turn the wiper on by turning the rear
wiper/washer switch.
ON―Normal
INT―Intermittent
qRear Window Washer
To spray washer fluid, turn the rear wiper/
washer switch to the
position. After
the switch is released, the washer will
stop.
If the washer does not work, inspect the
fluid level (page 8-29). If it's normal and
the washer still does not work, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Rear Window Defroster
The rear window defroster clears frost,
fog, and thin ice from the rear window.
The ignition must be switched ON.
Press the switch to turn on the rear
window defroster. The rear window
defroster operates for about 15 minutes
and turns off automatically.
The indicator light illuminates during
operation.
To turn off the rear window defroster
before the 15 minutes has elapsed, press
the switch again.
Indicator light
CAUTION
Do not use sharp instruments or
window cleaners with abrasives to
clean the inside of the rear window
surface. They may damage the
defroster grid inside the window.
NOTE
This defroster is not designed for melting snow.
If there is an accumulation of snow on the rear
window, remove it before using the defroster.
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