2014 MAZDA MODEL 3 HATCHBACK headlights

*Some models.4–48
When Driving
Switches and Controls
High Beam Control System (HBC) *
The High Beam Control System (HBC) determines the conditions in front of the vehicle
using the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) while driving in darkness to automatically switch
the headlights between high and low beams.
Refer to Warning/Indicator Lights on page 4-21 .
While driving the vehicle at a speed of about 30 km/h (18 mph), the headlights are switched
to high beams when there are no vehicles in front of your vehicle or approaching in the
opposite direction.
The system switches the headlights to low beams when one of the following occurs:
 


y The system detects a vehicle or the headlights/lights of a vehicle approaching in the
opposite direction.
 


y The vehicle is driven on roads lined with streetlamps or on roads in well-lit cities and
towns.
 


y The vehicle is driven at less than about 20 km/h (12 mph).
Forward Sensing
Camera (FSC) The recognition distance of the
Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)
varies according to the
surrounding conditions.
The warning light fl ashes when the system has a malfunction.
Refer to Warning Lights on page 4-22 .
CAUTION
Do not adjust the vehicle height, modify the headlight units, or remove the camera,
otherwise the system will not operate normally.
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When Driving
Switches and Controls
NOTE
The timing in which the system switches the headlights changes under the following
conditions. If the system does not switch the headlights appropriately, manually switch
between high and low beams according to the visibility as well as road and traffi c
conditions.
 


y When there are sources of light in the area such as street lamps, illuminated signboards,
and traffi c signals.




y When there are refl ective objects in the surrounding area such as refl ective plates and
signs.
 


y When visibility is reduced under rain, snow and foggy conditions.



y When driving on roads with sharp curves or hilly terrain.



y When the headlights/rear lamps of vehicles in front of you or in the opposite lane are dim
or not illuminated.
 


y When there is suffi cient darkness such as at dawn or dusk.



y When the luggage compartment is loaded with heavy objects or the rear passenger seats
are occupied.
 


y When visibility is reduced due to a vehicle in front of you spraying water from its tires
onto your windshield.
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When Driving
Switches and Controls
To Operate the System
The High Beam Control System (HBC)
operates to switch the headlights
automatically between high and low
beams after the ignition is switched ON
and the headlight switch is in the AUTO
and high beam position. At the same time,
the High Beam Control System (HBC)
indicator light (green) in the instrument
cluster illuminates.
The High Beam Control System (HBC)
determines that it is dark based on the
brightness of the surrounding area.
NOTE
 


y When the vehicle speed is 30 km/h
(18 mph) or higher, the headlights
automatically switch to high beams
when there are no vehicles in front of
your vehicle or approaching in the
opposite direction.
  When the vehicle speed is less than
about 20 km/h (12 mph), the High
Beam Control System (HBC) switches
the headlights to low beams.
 


y The low beams may not switch to high
beams when cornering.
 


y Operation of the High Beam Control
System (HBC) function can be disabled.
Refer to Personalization Features on
page 9-12 .
Manual Switching
Switching to low beams
Shift the lever to the low beam position.
The High Beam Control System (HBC)
indicator light (Green) turns off.
Switching to high beams
Turn the headlight switch to the
position.
The High Beam Control System (HBC)
indicator light (Green) turns off and the
is illuminated.
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When Driving
Switches and Controls
Fog Lights *
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.
Fog light switch
The headlight switch must be in the
position before turning on the fog lights.
The fog light indicator light in the
instrument cluster illuminates while the
fog light are on.
To turn the fog lights off, rotate the fog
light switch to the
position or turn the
headlight switch to the
or
position.
NOTE
 


y The fog lights will turn off when the
headlights are set at high beams.
 


y(With auto-light control)
 If the fog light switch is in the
position and the headlight switch is in
the
position, the fog lights will
turn on when the headlights, the
exterior lights and dashboard
illumination turn on.
Turn and Lane-Change
Signals
The ignition must be switched ON to use
the turn and lane-change signals.
Turn Signals
Move the signal lever down (for a left
turn) or up (for a right turn) to the stop
position. The signal will self-cancel after
the turn is completed.
If the indicator light continues to fl ash
after a turn, manually return the lever to its
original position.
Right turn
Left turn Right lane change
Left lane changeOFF
The turn signal indicators (green) in the
instrument cluster fl ash according to the
operation of the turn signal lever to show
which signal is working.
Right turn
Left turn Right lane change
Left lane changeOFF
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When Driving
i-ELOOP
A capacitor is incorporated as the device for storing the generated electricity, which can
store and use large amounts of electricity instantly.
Variable
Voltage
alternator
CapacitorDC-DC Converter
CAUTION
High-current electricity fl ows through the following areas, therefore do not touch them.
 


¾ Variable Voltage alternator 



¾ DC-DC converter



¾ Capacitor
NOTE




y When installing high power consumption devices such high-output speakers, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
 


y A difference in the fuel economy may occur depending on use conditions such as with the
A/C and headlights.
 


y If the capacitor is to be disposed of, always consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. For
details, go to the following URL.
  http://www.mazda.com/csr/environment/recycling
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When Driving
Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)
 


y Under the following conditions, the LDWS may not be able to detect white or yellow lines
correctly and the LDWS may not operate correctly.
 


y If an object placed on the dashboard is refl ected in the windshield and picked up by the
camera.
 


y Heavy luggage is loaded in the luggage compartment or on the rear seat and the
vehicle is inclined.
 


y The tire pressures are not adjusted to the specifi ed pressure.



y When the vehicle is driven on the entry and exit to or from the rest area or tollgate of a
highway.
 


y The white or yellow lines are less visible because of dirt or paint fl aking.



y The vehicle in front of your vehicle is running near a white or yellow line and the line
is less visible.
 


y A white or yellow line is less visible because of bad weather (rain, fog, or snow).



y The vehicle is driven on a temporary lane or section with a closed lane due to
construction.
 


y A misleading line is picked up on the road such as a temporary line for construction,
or because of shade, lingering snow, or grooves fi lled with water.
 


y The surrounding brightness suddenly changes such as when entering or exiting a
tunnel.
 


y The illumination of the headlights is weakened because of dirt or the optical axis is
deviated.
 


y The windshield is dirty or foggy.



y Back-light is refl ecting from the road surface.



y The road surface is wet and shiny after rain, or there are puddles on the road.



y The shade of a guardrail parallel to a white or yellow line is on the road.



y The width of a lane is excessively narrow or wide.



y The road is excessively uneven.



y The vehicle is shaken after hitting a road bump.



y There are two or more adjacent white or yellow lines.



y There are various road markings or lane markings of various shapes near an
intersection.
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Interior Features
Audio System
Settings
Select the icon on the home screen and display the Settings screen.
Switch the tab and select the setting item you want to change.
You can customize settings in the setup display as follows:
Tab Item Function
AD-Disp Height
Brightness Control
Other Refer to Active Driving Display on page 4-19 .
Display Refer to Volume/Display/Sound Controls on page 5-42 .
Safety Smart City Brake Support
Blind Spot Monitoring Volume
Other Refer to Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) on
page 4-72 .
Refer to Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) System
on page 4-108 .
Refer to Forward Obstruction Warning (FOW)
on page 4-116 .
Refer to Lane Departure Warning System
(LDWS) on page 4-119 .
Sound Refer to Volume/Display/Sound Controls on page 5-42 .
Vehicle Rain Sensing Wiper
Door Lock
Other Refer to Windshield Wipers on page 4-53 .
Refer to Auto Lock/Unlock Function on page
3-17 .
Refer to Transmitter on page 3-4 .
Refer to Locking, Unlocking with Request
Switch (With the advanced keyless function)
on page 3-13 .
Refer to Turn and Lane-Change Signals on
page 4-51 .
Refer to Illuminated Entry System on page
5-135 .
Refer to High Beam Control System (HBC) on
page 4-48 .
Refer to Lights-On Reminder on page 7-36 .
Refer to Headlights on page 4-41 .
Refer to Daytime Running Lights on page
4-47 .
Devices Bluetooth Refer to Bluetooth
® Preparation (Type B) on
page 5-92 .
Network Management Wi-Fi™ is used to obtain Navi POI/Real Time
Traffi c function (Such as gas prices, weather,
nearest restaurant)
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Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
Light Bulbs
Overhead lights (Front)/
Map lights
Vanity mirror
lights
Headlights (Low/High beam)
Daytime running lights/
Parking lightsHeadlights (Low beam)
Headlights (High beam)/
Daytime running lights Fog lights
Fog lights Front side-marker lights
Front side-marker lights Side turn signal lights Side turn signal lightsOverhead lights (Front)/
Map lights
Vanity mirror
lights
Some models.
Front turn signal lights
Front turn signal lights
Brake lights (LED type)
Brake lights/Taillights/Rear
side-marker lights (Bulb type)
Taillights/Rear side-marker
lights (LED type)Taillights/Rear side-marker
lights (LED type)
Rear turn signal lights
Taillights (Trunk lid side)
Reverse lights
High-mount brake light
License plate lightsTrunk light
Overhead light (Rear)Overhead light (Rear)
Brake lights (LED type)Luggage
compartment light
Brake lights/Taillights/Rear
side-marker lights (Bulb type)
Rear turn signal lights
Taillights (Trunk lid side)
Reverse lights
High-mount brake light
License plate lights
4-Door 5-DoorWith Xenon Fusion Headlights
With Halogen Headlights
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