2015 MAZDA MODEL 3 HATCHBACK towing

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When Driving
i-ACTIVSENSE
Smart Brake Support (SBS) *
Smart Brake Support (SBS) is a system which alerts the driver of a possible collision using
an indicator and warning sound in the instrument cluster while the vehicle is being driven
at about 15 km/h or faster (10 mph or faster) and the system's radar sensor determines that
your vehicle may hit a vehicle ahead. Furthermore, if the radar sensor determines that a
collision is unavoidable, the automatic brake control is performed to reduce damage in the
event of a collision.
In addition, when the driver depresses the brake pedal, the brakes operate more quickly to
assist the driver (vehicles with brake fl uid pre-fi ll).
WARNING
Do not rely completely on the Smart Brake Support (SBS) system and always drive
carefully:
Smart Brake Support (SBS) is only designed to reduce damage in the event of a
collision. The ability to detect an obstruction is limited depending on the obstruction,
weather conditions, or traffi c conditions. Therefore, if the accelerator pedal or brake
pedal is mistakenly operated it could result in an accident. Always verify the safety of
the surrounding area and depress the brake pedal or accelerator pedal while keeping a
safer distance from vehicles ahead or on-coming vehicles.
CAUTION
If the vehicle is towed or you are towing something, switch the Smart Brake Support
(SBS) system off to prevent a miss-operation.
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7If Trouble Arises
Helpful information on what to do if a problem arises with the vehicle.



Parking in an Emergency ................... 7-2
Parking in an Emergency ............... 7-2
Roadside Emergency Triangle
Retaining Strap
* ............................. 7-2
Flat Tyre ............................................... 7-3
Spare Tyre and Tool Storage .......... 7-3
Emergency Flat Tyre Repair Kit* ........ 7-8
Changing a Flat Tyre (With spare
tyre) .............................................. 7-15
Battery Runs Out .............................. 7-21
Jump-Starting ............................... 7-21
Emergency Starting .......................... 7-24
Starting a Flooded Engine (MZR 1.6,
SKYACTIV-G 1.5 and SKYACTIV-G
2.0) ............................................... 7-24
Push-Starting ................................ 7-24
Running Out of Fuel (SKYACTIV-D
2.2) ............................................... 7-25
Overheating ....................................... 7-26
Overheating .................................. 7-26
Emergency Towing ............................ 7-28
Towing Description ...................... 7-28
Towing Hooks .............................. 7-29 Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning
Sounds ................................................ 7-32
If a Warning Light Turns On or
Flashes .......................................... 7-32
Message Indicated in Multi-
information Display ..................... 7-45
Message Indicated on Display* ...... 7-47
Warning Sound is Activated ......... 7-49
When Liftgate/Boot Lid Cannot be
Opened ............................................... 7-54
When Liftgate/Boot Lid Cannot be
Opened ......................................... 7-54
Active Driving Display Does Not
Operate ............................................... 7-56
If the Active Driving Display does not
operate .......................................... 7-56
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If Trouble Arises
Flat Tyre
Spare Tyre and Tool Storage
Spare tyre and tools are stored in the locations illustrated in the diagram.
Towing eyelet
Spare
tyreJack Spare tyre hold-down bolt
Tool bag (With spare tyre (except Saudi Arabia))
Towing eyelet
Jack lever (Without spare tyre) Saloon
Puncture Tyre Repair Kit
Wheel brace
Some models.
Towing eyelet
Wheel brace
Spare tyre Jack
Jack lever Spare tyre hold-down bolt
Tool bag (With spare tyre (Saudi Arabia))
Screwdriver
Wrench Wheel braceJack lever
Screwdriver
Wrench
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If Trouble Arises
Flat Tyre
(With spare tyre)
Towing eyeletPuncture Tyre Repair Kit
Jack lever (Without spare tyre)
Towing eyelet
Jack lever Wheel brace
Spare tyre Jack Spare tyre hold-down bolt Hatchback
Wheel brace
Some models.
Tool bag Screwdriver
Wrench
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7–24
If Trouble Arises
Emergency Starting
Starting a Flooded Engine
(MZR 1.6, SKYACTIV-G
1.5 and SKYACTIV-G
2.0)
If the engine fails to start, it may be
fl ooded (excessive fuel in the engine).
Follow this procedure:
1. If the engine does not start within
fi ve seconds on the fi rst try, wait ten
seconds and try again.
2. Make sure the parking brake is on.
3. Depress the accelerator all the way and
hold it there.
4. Depress the clutch pedal (Manual
transaxle) or the brake pedal
(Automatic transaxle), then press the
push button start. If the engine starts,
release the accelerator immediately
because the engine will suddenly rev
up.
5. If the engine fails to start, crank it
without depressing the accelerator.
If the engine still does not start using
the above procedure, have your vehicle
inspected by an expert repairer, we
recommend an Authorised Mazda
Repairer.
Push-Starting
Do not push-start your Mazda.
WARNING
Never tow a vehicle to start it:
Towing a vehicle to start it is
dangerous. The vehicle being towed
could surge forward when its engine
starts, causing the two vehicles to
collide. The occupants could be
injured.
CAUTION
Do not push-start a vehicle that has a
manual transaxle. It can damage the
emission control system.
NOTE
You cannot start a vehicle with an
automatic transaxle by pushing it.
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If Trouble Arises
Emergency Towing
Towing Description
We recommend that towing be done only
by an expert repairer, we recommend
an Authorised Mazda Repairer or a
commercial tow-truck service.
Proper lifting and towing are necessary
to prevent damage to the vehicle.
Government and local laws must be
followed.
A towed vehicle usually should have its
drive wheels (front wheels) off the ground.
If excessive damage or other conditions
prevent this, use wheel dollies.
Wheel dollies
When towing with the rear wheels on the
ground, release the parking brake.
CAUTION
  Do not tow the vehicle pointed
backward with driving wheels on
the ground. This may cause internal
damage to the transaxle.
  Do not tow with sling-type
equipment. This could damage your
vehicle. Use wheel-lift or fl atbed
equipment.
If towing service is not available in an
emergency, the vehicle may be towed with
all four wheels on the ground using the
towing hook at the front of the vehicle.
Only tow the vehicle on paved surfaces for
short distances at low speeds.
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If Trouble Arises
Emergency Towing
CAUTION
Follow these instructions when towing
the vehicle with all wheels on the
ground.
 
 Shift to neutral (Manual transaxle),
or the N position (Automatic
transaxle).
  Switch the ignition to ACC. 
 Release the parking brake.
Remember that power assist for the
brakes and steering will not be available
when the engine is not running.
Towing Hooks
CAUTION
  The towing eyelet should be used
in an emergency (to get the vehicle
out of a ditch or a snow bank, for
example).
  When using the towing eyelets,
always pull the lead or chain in a
straight direction with respect to the
eyelet. Never apply a sideways force.
NOTE
When towing with chain or lead, wrap
the chain or lead with a soft cloth near
the bumper to prevent damage to the
bumper.
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If Trouble Arises
Emergency Towing
Towing Hooks
1. Remove the towing eyelet and
the wheel brace from the luggage
compartment (page 7-3 ).
2. Wrap a fl athead screwdriver or similar
tool with a soft cloth to prevent damage
to a painted bumper, and open the cap
located on the front or rear bumper.
Front
Rear
CAUTION
Do not use excessive force as it may
damage the cap or scratch the painted
bumper surface.
NOTE
Remove the cap completely and store it
so as not to lose it.
3. Securely install the towing eyelet using
the wheel brace or equivalent.
Consult an Authorised Mazda Dealer.
Front
Wheel brace
Towing eyelet
Rear
Wheel brace
Towing eyelet
4. Hook the towing rope to the towing
eyelet.
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