2015 MAZDA MODEL 3 4-DOOR key

Table of Contents
Pictorial Index
Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda.1
Essential Safety Equipment
Important information about safety equipment, including seats, seat beltsystem, child-restraint systems and SRS air bags.2
Before Driving
Use of various features, including keys, doors, mirrors and windows.3
When Driving
Information concerning safe driving and stopping.4
Interior Features
Use of various features for ride comfort, including air-conditioning and audio
system.5
Maintenance and Care
How to keep your Mazda in top condition.6
If Trouble Arises
Helpful information on what to do if a problem arises with the vehicle.7
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
Important consumer information including warranties and add-on equipment.8
Specifications
Technical information about your Mazda.9
Index10
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1–5
Pictorial Index
Exterior Overview
(4-Door)



Hood ........................................................................\
.............................................. page 6-24



Windshield wiper blades ........................................................................\
............... page 6-33



Moonroof ........................................................................\
...................................... page 3-39



Doors and keys ........................................................................\
.............................. page 3-12



Fuel-fi ller lid ........................................................................\
................................. page 3-30



Wheels and Tires ........................................................................\
........................... page 6-42



Exterior lights ........................................................................\
................................ page 6-46



Trunk lid ........................................................................\
........................................ page 3-21



Antenna ........................................................................\
......................................... page 5-16



Child safety locks ........................................................................\
.......................... page 3-20



Outside mirror ........................................................................\
............................... page 3-33
The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle
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1–6
Pictorial Index
Exterior Overview
(5-Door)



Hood ........................................................................\
.............................................. page 6-24



Windshield wiper blades ........................................................................\
............... page 6-33



Moonroof ........................................................................\
...................................... page 3-39



Doors and keys ........................................................................\
.............................. page 3-12



Fuel-fi ller lid ........................................................................\
................................. page 3-30



Wheels and Tires ........................................................................\
........................... page 6-42



Exterior lights ........................................................................\
................................ page 6-46



Rear window wiper blade ........................................................................\
............. page 6-35



Liftgate ........................................................................\
.......................................... pag e 3-21



Antenna ........................................................................\
......................................... page 5-16



Child safety locks ........................................................................\
.......................... page 3-20



Outside mirror ........................................................................\
............................... page 3-33
The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle
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2–3
Essential Safety Equipment
Seats
Do not place an object such as a cushion between the seatback and your back: Putting an object such as a cushion between the seatback and your back is dangerous
because you will be unable to maintain a safe driving posture and the seat belt cannot
function at its full capacity in a collision, which could result in a serious accident, injury or
death.

Do not place objects under the seat: The object could get stuck and cause the seat to not be fi xed securely, and result in an
accident.

Do not stack cargo higher than the seatbacks: Stacking luggage or other cargo higher than the seatbacks is dangerous. During sudden
braking or a collision, objects can fl y around and become projectiles that may hit and
injure passengers.

Make sure luggage and cargo is secured before driving: Not securing cargo while driving is dangerous as it could move or be crushed during
sudden braking or a collision and cause injury.

Never allow a passenger to sit or stand on the folded seatback while the vehicle is
moving: Driving with a passenger on the folded seatback is dangerous. Allowing a child to sit up
on the folded seatback while the vehicle is moving is particularly dangerous. In a sudden
stop or even a minor collision, a child not in a proper seat or child-restraint system and
seat belt could be thrown forward, back or even out of the vehicle resulting in serious
injuries or death. The child in the baggage area could be thrown into other occupants
and cause serious injury.

Never give the car keys to children and do not allow them to play in the vehicle (4–
Door): Playing with the folding rear seats is dangerous. Once the seatbacks are back up, a child
in the trunk would not be able to get out the way they had entered. If you have small
children, keep the seatbacks locked.

Always leave your car locked and keep the car keys safely away from children (4–
Door): Leaving your car unlocked or the keys in reach of children is dangerous. Children who fi nd
their way into the trunk through an unlocked rear seatback or an open trunk can become
accidentally locked in the trunk. This could result in death or brain damage from heat
prostration, particularly in the summer. Always lock the doors and the trunk, and as an
added measure, keep the rear seatbacks locked, whether you have children in your home
or not.
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3Before Driving
Use of various features, including keys, doors, mirrors and windows.


Keys ...................................................... 3-2 Keys ............................................... 3-2
Keyless Entry System .................... 3-3
Advanced Keyless Entry System ........ 3-9
Advanced Keyless Entry
System
* ........................................... 3-9
Operational Range ....................... 3-10
Doors and Locks ................................ 3-11 Door Locks ................................... 3-11
Liftgate/Trunk Lid ........................ 3-20
Inside Trunk Release Lever
(4-Door)
* ...................................... 3-25
Fuel and Emission ............................. 3-27 Fuel and Engine Exhaust
Precautions ................................... 3-27
Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap ................ 3-30
Steering Wheel................................... 3-32 Steering Wheel ............................. 3-32
Mirrors ............................................... 3-33 Mirrors ......................................... 3-33
Windows ............................................. 3-36 Power Windows ........................... 3-36
Moonroof
* ................................... 3-39 Security System ................................. 3-41
Modifi cation and Add-On
Equipment .................................... 3-41
Immobilizer System ..................... 3-41
Theft-Deterrent System
* ............... 3-43
Driving Tips ....................................... 3-45 Break-In Period ............................ 3-45
Saving Fuel and Protection of the
Environment ................................. 3-45
Hazardous Driving ....................... 3-46
Floor Mat ..................................... 3-46
Rocking the Vehicle ..................... 3-47
Winter Driving ............................. 3-47
Driving In Flooded Area .............. 3-49
Overloading .................................. 3-50
Driving on Uneven Road ............. 3-51
Towing ................................................ 3-52 Trailer Towing .............................. 3-52
Recreational Towing .................... 3-52
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3–2
Before Driving
Keys
Keys
WARNING
Do not leave the key in your vehicle with
children and keep them in a place where
your children will not fi nd or play with
them: Leaving children in a vehicle with the
key is dangerous. This could result in
someone being badly injured or even
killed. Children may fi nd these keys to
be an interesting toy to play with and
could cause the power windows or
other controls to operate, or even make
the vehicle move.
CAUTION


3–3
Before Driving
Keys
NOTE
The driver must carry the key to ensure the
system functions properly.
Auxiliary key
Transmitter
Key code number plate
To use the auxiliary key, pull it out of the
key (transmitter).
Keyless Entry System
This system uses the key buttons to
remotely lock and unlock the doors and
the liftgate, and opens the trunk lid.
The system can start the engine without
having to take the key out of your purse or
pocket.
It can also help you signal for attention.
Operating the theft-deterrent system is
also possible on theft-deterrent system-
equipped vehicles.
Press the buttons slowly and carefully.
System malfunctions or warnings are
indicated by the following warning lights
or beeps.
 y KEY Warning Light (Red) Refer to Warning/Indicator Lights on
page 4-20 .
 y Ignition Not Switched Off (STOP)
Warning Beep
 Refer to Ignition Not Switched Off (STOP) Warning Beep on page 7-36 .
 y Key Removed from Vehicle Warning
Beep
 Refer to Key Removed from Vehicle Warning Beep on page 7-36 .
If you have a problem with the key,
consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
If your key is lost or stolen, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible for a replacement and to make the
lost or stolen key inoperative.
CAUTION
Radio equipment like this is governed
by laws in the United States.
Changes or modifi cations not expressly
approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.
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3–4
Before Driving
Keys
NOTE
 y The keyless entry system operation may
vary due to local conditions.
 y The keyless entry system is fully
operational (door/liftgate lock/unlock)
when the push button start is switched
off. The system does not operate if the
push button start is switched to any
position other than off.
 y If the key does not operate when
pressing a button or the operational
range becomes too small, the battery
may be dead. To install a new battery,
refer to Replace Electrical Battery
(page 6-39 ).
 y Battery life is about one year. Replace
the battery with a new one if the KEY
indicator light (green) fl ashes in the
instrument cluster. Replacing the battery
about once a year is recommended
because the KEY warning light/
indicator light may not illuminate or
fl ash depending on the rate of battery
depletion.
 y Additional keys can be obtained at
an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Up to
6 keys can be used with the keyless
functions per vehicle. Bring all keys
to an Authorized Mazda Dealer when
additional keys are required.
Transmitter
Operation buttons
Operation indicator light
NOTE
 y
 (With theft-deterrent system) The hazard warning lights fl ash when
the theft-deterrent system is armed or
turned off.
 Refer to Theft-Deterrent System on page 3-43 .
 y (With the advanced keyless function)  A beep sound can be heard for
confi rmation when the doors and
liftgate are locked/unlocked using the
key. If you prefer, the beep sound can be
turned off.
 The volume of the beep sound can also be changed.
 Refer to Personalization Features on page 9-12 .
 Use the following procedure to change the setting.
1. Switch the ignition off and close all of the doors and the liftgate/trunk
lid.
2. Open the driver's door.
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