2015 MAZDA MODEL 3 HATCHBACK ignition

*Some models.4–77
When Driving
Switches and Controls
Windscreen Washer
Pull the lever toward you and hold it to
spray washer fl uid.
Washer OFF
NOTE
With the wiper lever in the or
intermittent position/
position, the
wipers will operate continuously until
the lever is released.
If the washer does not work, inspect the
fl uid level (page 6-34 ). If the fl uid level
is normal, consult an expert repairer,
we recommend an Authorised Mazda
Repairer.
NOTE
(With headlight washers)
When the headlights are on, the
headlight washers operate automatically
once every fi fth time the windscreen
washer operates.
Refer to Headlight Washer on page 4-78 .
Rear Window Wiper and
Washer
*
The ignition must be switched ON to use
the wiper.
Rear Window Wiper
Turn the wiper on by turning the rear
wiper/washer switch.
Switch Position
Wiper operation
No. Type A Type B
Intermittent
Normal
Rear Window Washer
To spray washer fl uid, 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
fl uid level (page 6-34 ). If the fl uid level is
normal and the washer still does not work,
consult an expert repairer, we recommend
an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
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*Some models.4–78
When Driving
Switches and Controls
Headlight Washer *
The engine must be started and the
headlights must be turned on.
The headlight washers operate
automatically once every fi fth time the
windscreen washer operates.
If you want to operate headlight washers,
double fl ick the wiper lever.
Washer OFF
NOTE
If air enters the headlight washer fl uid
pipe under conditions such as when
the vehicle is brand-new or after an
empty washer tank is replenished with
washer fl uid, washer fl uid will not spray
even when the wiper lever is operated.
If this occurs, perform the following
procedure:
1. Start the engine.
2. Turn on the headlights.
3. Double fl ick the wiper lever several
times until the washer fl uid sprays.
Rear Window Defogger
The rear window defogger clears fog from
the rear window.
The ignition must be switched ON to use
the defogger.
Press the switch to turn on the rear
window defogger. The rear window
defogger operates for about 15 minutes
and then turns off automatically.
The indicator light illuminates when the
defogger is operating.
To turn off the rear window defogger
before the 15 minutes has elapsed, press
the switch again.
Manual Air-Conditioning
Indicator light
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*Some models.4–79
When Driving
Switches and Controls
Automatic Air-Conditioning
Indicator light
Dual-Zone Automatic Air-Conditioning
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 defogger grid inside the
window.
NOTE
This defogger is not designed
for melting snow. If there is an
accumulation of snow on the rear
window, remove it before using the
defogger.
Mirror Defogger *
To turn on the mirror defoggers, switch
the ignition ON and press the rear window
defogger switch (page 4-78 ).
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*Some models.4–88
When Driving
ABS/TCS/DSC
Traction Control System
(TCS)
*
The Traction Control System (TCS)
enhances traction and safety by controlling
engine torque and braking. When the TCS
detects driving wheel slippage, it lowers
engine torque and operates the brakes to
prevent loss of traction.
This means that on a slick surface, the
engine adjusts automatically to provide
optimum power to the drive wheels,
limiting wheel spin and loss of traction.
The warning light turns on when the
system has a malfunction.
Refer to Warning Lights on page 4-41 .
WARNING
Do not rely on the Traction Control
System (TCS) as a substitute for safe
driving:
The Traction Control System (TCS)
cannot compensate for unsafe and
reckless driving, excessive speed,
tailgating (following another vehicle
too closely), and hydroplaning (reduced
tyre friction and road contact because
of water on the road surface). You can
still have an accident.
Use snow tyres or tyre chains and
drive at reduced speeds when roads are
covered with ice and/or snow:
Driving without proper traction devices
on snow and/or ice-covered roads
is dangerous. The Traction Control
System (TCS) alone cannot provide
adequate traction and you could still
have an accident.
NOTE
To turn off the TCS, press the DSC OFF
switch (page 4-90 ).
TCS/DSC Indicator Light
This indicator light stays on for a few
seconds when the ignition is switched
ON. If the TCS or DSC is operating, the
indicator light fl ashes.
If the light stays on, the TCS, DSC
or the brake assist system may have a
malfunction and they may not operate
correctly. Take your vehicle to an expert
repairer, we recommend an Authorised
Mazda Repairer.
NOTE
  In addition to the indicator light
fl ashing, a slight labouring sound
will come from the engine. This
indicates that the TCS/DSC is
operating properly.
  On slippery surfaces, such as fresh
snow, it will be impossible to achieve
high rpm when the TCS is on.
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*Some models.4–89
When Driving
ABS/TCS/DSC
Dynamic Stability
Control (DSC)
*
The Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
automatically controls braking and engine
torque in conjunction with systems such
as ABS and TCS to help control side slip
when driving on slippery surfaces, or
during sudden or evasive manoeuvring,
enhancing vehicle safety.
Refer to ABS (page 4-87 ) and TCS (page
4-88 ).
DSC operation is possible at speeds
greater than 20 km/h (12 mph).
The warning light turns on when the
system has a malfunction.
Refer to Warning Lights on page 4-41 .
WARNING
Do not rely on the Dynamic Stability
Control as a substitute for safe driving:
The Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
cannot compensate for unsafe and
reckless driving, excessive speed,
tailgating (following another vehicle
too closely), and hydroplaning (reduced
tyre friction and road contact because
of water on the road surface). You can
still have an accident.
CAUTION
  The DSC may not operate correctly
unless the following are observed:
 


 Use tyres of the correct size
specifi ed for your Mazda on all
four wheels.
 


 Use tyres of the same
manufacturer, brand and tread
pattern on all four wheels.
 


 Do not mix worn tyres. 

 The DSC may not operate correctly
when tyre chains are used or a
temporary spare tyre is installed
because the tyre diameter changes.
TCS/DSC Indicator Light
This indicator light stays on for a few
seconds when the ignition is switched
ON. If the TCS or DSC is operating, the
indicator light fl ashes.
If the light stays on, the TCS, DSC
or the brake assist system may have a
malfunction and they may not operate
correctly. Take your vehicle to an expert
repairer, we recommend an Authorised
Mazda Repairer.
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4–90
When Driving
ABS/TCS/DSC
DSC OFF Indicator Light
This indicator light stays on for a few
seconds when the ignition is switched ON.
It also illuminates when the DSC OFF
switch is pressed and TCS/DSC is
switched off.
Refer to DSC OFF Switch on page 4-90 .
If the light remains illuminated and
the TCS/DSC is not switched off, take
your vehicle to an expert repairer, we
recommend an Authorised Mazda
Repairer. The DSC may have a
malfunction.
DSC OFF Switch
Press the DSC OFF switch to turn off the
TCS/DSC. The DSC OFF indicator light
in the instrument cluster will illuminate.
Press the switch again to turn the TCS/
DSC back on. The DSC OFF indicator
light will turn off.
NOTE
  When DSC is on and you attempt to
free the vehicle when it is stuck, or
drive it out of freshly fallen snow, the
TCS (part of the DSC system) will
activate. Depressing the accelerator
will not increase engine power and
freeing the vehicle may be diffi cult.
When this happens, turn off the TCS/
DSC.
  If the TCS/DSC is off when the
engine is turned off, it automatically
activates when the ignition is
switched ON.
  Leaving the TCS/DSC on will
provide the best traction.
  If the DSC OFF switch is pressed
and held for 10 seconds or more,
the DSC OFF switch malfunction
detection function operates and the
DSC system activates automatically.
The DSC OFF indicator light
turns off while the DSC system is
operative.
  If the Smart City Brake Support
(SCBS) operates with the TCS/DSC
turned off, the TCS/DCS becomes
operational automatically.
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4–98
When Driving
Fuel Economy Monitor
Effectiveness Display
The actual performance of the energy effi ciency is displayed.
Indication on display Control status
The leaf graphic grows according to the amount of
CO
2 emissions reduced by the system effects. The
cumulative total amount of leaf growth is indicated
in terms of the number of tree graphics.
Displays the total driving distance which could be
extended by the operation of the i-stop function.
Displays the percentage of time that the vehicle was
stopped by the i-stop function operation out of the
total amount of time that the vehicle was stopped.
Displays the amount of time that the i-stop function
has operated.
Displays the total amount of time that the vehicle
was stopped.
Ending Display
When the ignition is switched off from ON after completing a trip, the actual performance
for the total fuel economy effi ciency is displayed for 5 seconds.
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*Some models.4–103
When Driving
i-ACTIVSENSE
Adaptive Front Lighting
System (AFS)
*
The adaptive front lighting system (AFS)
automatically adjusts the headlight beams
to the left or right in conjunction with the
operation of the steering wheel after the
headlights have been turned on.
AFS OFF Indicator Light
When illuminated
This indicator light illuminates briefl y
when the ignition is switched ON, and
then turns off. Pressing the AFS OFF
switch cancels the AFS function and
illuminates the indicator light.
When fl ashing
The indicator light fl ashes continuously
if the system is malfunctioning. Consult
an expert repairer, we recommend an
Authorised Mazda Repairer.
NOTE
  Even if the AFS is not operating due
to some malfunction, the normal
headlight function is still operable.
  If there is a malfunction with the
headlight auto-levelling function, the
indicator light fl ashes.
AFS OFF switch
Pressing the AFS OFF switch turns off the
AFS. The AFS OFF indicator light in the
instrument cluster illuminates.
Pressing the AFS OFF switch again turns
off the switch illumination and turns on
the AFS operation. The AFS OFF indicator
light turns off.
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