Page 226 of 598
Black plate (226,1)
Signal Warning/Indicator Lights Page
Low Fuel Warning Light 5-55
Check Fuel Cap Warning Light 5-55
Seat Belt Warning Light 5-55
Door-Ajar Warning Light 5-55
Low Washer Fluid Level Warning Light 5-55
Automatic Transaxle Warning Light 5-55
AWD Warning Light 5-56
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light 5-56
KEY Warning Light (Red)/KEY Indicator Light (Green) 5-58
Security Indicator Light 5-60
Headlight High-Beam Indicator Light 5-60
Shift Position Indicator Light 5-60
TCS/DSC/RSC Indicator Light 5-61
TCS OFF Indicator Light 5-61
Cruise Main Indicator Light (Amber)/Cruise Set Indicator Light (Green) 5-61
BSM OFF Indicator Light 5-62
5-50
Driving Your Mazda
Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds
CX-9_8CM9-EA-12I_Edition1 Page226
Thursday, September 13 2012 2:36 PM
Form No.8CM9-EA-12I
Page 236 of 598

Black plate (236,1)
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
10-8.
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.
qHeadlight 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.
qShift Position Indicator Light
This indicates the selected shift position
when the ignition is switched ON.
Gear position indicator
5-60
Driving Your Mazda
Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds
CX-9_8CM9-EA-12I_Edition1 Page236
Thursday, September 13 2012 2:36 PM
Form No.8CM9-EA-12I
Page 244 of 598

Black plate (244,1)
NOTElThe 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 dashboard illumination can be adjusted by rotating the knob in the instrument cluster. Also,
the day/night mode can be changed by pressing the knob. To adjust the brightness of the
dashboard illumination: Refer to Dashboard Illumination on page 5-48.
lThe sensitivity of the AUTO lights may be changed by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Refer to
Personalization Features on page 10-8.
Xenon fusion headlight bulbsí
The low-beam bulbs of the headlights have xenon fusion bulbs that produce a bright white
beam over a wide area.
WARNING
Do not replace the xenon fusion bulbs yourself
Replacing the xenon fusion bulbs yourself is dangerous. Because the xenon fusion
bulbs require high voltage, you could receive an electric shock if the bulbs are
handled incorrectly. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer when the replacement is
necessary.
NOTE
If the headlights flicker, or the brightness weakens, the bulb-life may be depleted and a replacement is
necessary. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
qLights-On Reminderí
If lights are on and the ignition is
switched to ACC or the ignition is
switched off, or the key is removed from
the ignition switch/key slot, a continuous
beep sound will be heard when the
driver's door is opened.
NOTE
l(With advanced key)
When the advanced keyless function is used
and the ignition is switched to ACC, the
“Ignition Not Switched Off (STOP)
Warning Beep”(page 3-18) overrides the
lights-on reminder.
lWhen the ignition is switched to ACC or the
ignition is switched off, the“Ignition Key
Reminder”(page 5-3) overrides the lights-
on reminder.
qHeadlight High-Low Beam
Press the lever forward to turn on the high
beams.
Pull the lever back to its original position
for the low beams.
5-68
Driving Your Mazda
íSome models.
Switches and Controls
CX-9_8CM9-EA-12I_Edition1 Page244
Thursday, September 13 2012 2:36 PM
Form No.8CM9-EA-12I
Page 245 of 598
Black plate (245,1)
Type A
High beam
Low beam
Type B
High beam
Low beam
qFlashing the Headlights
To flash the headlights, pull the lever fully
towards you (the headlight switch does
not need to be on). The lever will return to
the normal position when released.
Type A
OFF
Flashing
Type B
OFF
Flashing
Driving Your Mazda
Switches and Controls
5-69
CX-9_8CM9-EA-12I_Edition1 Page245
Thursday, September 13 2012 2:36 PM
Form No.8CM9-EA-12I
Page 248 of 598
Black plate (248,1)
Fog Lightsí
Use this switch to turn on the fog lights.
The fog lights will improve visibility at
night and during foggy conditions.
To turn the fog lights on, rotate the fog
light switch to the
position.
The headlight switch must be in the
position before turning on the fog lights.
Type A
Fog light switch
Type B
Fog light switch
To turn them off, rotate the fog light
switch to the OFF position or turn the
headlight switch to the
(Type A)/
(Type B) position.NOTE
lThe fog lights will turn off when the
headlights are set at high beam.
l(With auto-light control)
If the fog light switch is in the ON position
and the headlight switch is in the AUTO
position, the fog lights will turn on when
the headlights, the exterior lights and
dashboard illumination turn automatically.
5-72
Driving Your Mazda
íSome models.
Switches and Controls
CX-9_8CM9-EA-12I_Edition1 Page248
Thursday, September 13 2012 2:36 PM
Form No.8CM9-EA-12I
Page 282 of 598

Black plate (282,1)
qRadio Reception
AM characteristics
AM signals bend around such things as
buildings or mountains and bounce off the
ionosphere. Therefore, they can reach
longer distances than FM signals. Because
of this, two stations may sometimes be
picked up on the same frequency at the
same time.
Station 2 Station 1Ionosphere
FM characteristics
An FM broadcast range is usually about
40―50 km (25―30 miles) from the
source. Because of extra coding needed to
break the sound into two channels, stereo
FM has even less range than monaural
(non-stereo) FM.
FM Station
40—50km
(25—30 miles)
Signals from an FM transmitter are similar
to beams of light because they do not
bend around corners, but they do reflect.
Unlike AM signals, FM signals cannot
travel beyond the horizon. Therefore, FM
stations cannot be received at the great
distances possible with AM reception.
AM wave FM wave
FM wave
100—200 km (60—120 miles)Ionosphere
Atmospheric conditions can also affect
FM reception. High humidity will cause
poor reception. However, cloudy days
may provide better reception than clear
days.
Multipath noise
Since FM signals can be reflected by
obstructions, it is possible to receive both
the direct signal and the reflected signal at
the same time. This causes a slight delay
in reception and may be heard as a broken
sound or a distortion. This problem may
also be encountered when in close
proximity to the transmitter.
Reflected wave
Direct
6-18
Interior Comfort
Audio System
CX-9_8CM9-EA-12I_Edition1 Page282
Thursday, September 13 2012 2:37 PM
Form No.8CM9-EA-12I
Page 419 of 598

Black plate (419,1)
qDisplayable Range on the Screen
The images on the screen may be different from the actual conditions.
(Screen display)
(Actual view)
ObjectGarnish
Bumper
NOTElThe displayable range varies depending on the vehicle and road conditions.lThe displayable range is limited. Objects under the bumper or around the bumper ends cannot be
displayed.
lThe distance appearing in the displayed image is different from the actual distance because the
rear view parking camera is equipped with a specific lens.
lSome optionally installed vehicle accessories may be picked up by the camera. Do not install any
optional parts that can interfere with the camera view, such as illuminating parts or parts made of
reflective material.
lIt may be difficult to see the display under the following conditions, however, it does not indicate a
malfunction.
lIn darkened areas.lWhen the temperature around the lens is high/low.lWhen the camera is wet such as on a rainy day or during periods of high humidity.lWhen foreign material such as mud is stuck around the camera.lWhen the camera lens reflects sunlight or headlight beams.lImage display may be delayed if the temperature around the camera is low.
Interior Comfort
Rear View Monitor
6-155
CX-9_8CM9-EA-12I_Edition1 Page419
Thursday, September 13 2012 2:38 PM
Form No.8CM9-EA-12I
Page 508 of 598
Black plate (508,1)
Light Bulbs
High-mount brake lightFog lights
Side turn
signal lights
Some models.
License plate lights
Brake lights/TaillightsTaillights (Liftgate side) Vanity mirror
lights Overhead light (Front)/Map lights
Overhead light (Center)
Overhead light (Rear)
Headlights
(Low beam) Front turn
signal lights Front side-
marker lights
Rear side marker lights
Rear turn signal lights Reverse lights
Luggage
compartment light
Headlights (High
beam)/Running lights Parking lights
Fog lights
Side turn
signal lights Vanity mirror
lights Overhead light (Front)/Map lights
Overhead light (Center)
Overhead light (Rear)
Headlights
(Low/High beam) Front turn
signal lights Front side-
marker lights
Parking lights/
Running lights
With xenon fusion headlights With halogen headlights
Courtesy lights
8-40
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
CX-9_8CM9-EA-12I_Edition1 Page508
Thursday, September 13 2012 2:40 PM
Form No.8CM9-EA-12I