2015 MAZDA MODEL CX-3 brakes

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Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
Brake/Clutch Fluid
Inspecting Brake/Clutch Fluid
Level
WARNING
If the brake/clutch fl uid level is low,
have the brakes inspected:
A low brake/clutch fl uid level is
dangerous.
A low level could indicate brake lining
wear or a brake system leak which
could cause the brakes to fail and lead
to an accident.
The brakes and clutch draw fl uid from the
same reservoir.
Inspect the fl uid level in the reservoir
regularly. It should be kept between the
MAX and MIN lines.
The level normally drops with
accumulated distance, a condition
associated with wear of brake and clutch
linings. If it is excessively low, have the
brake/clutch system inspected by an expert
repairer, we recommend an Authorised
Mazda Repairer.
Left-hand drive model
Right-hand drive model
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Maintenance and Care
Appearance Care
WARNING
Dry off brakes that have become
wet by driving slowly, releasing the
accelerator pedal and lightly applying
the brakes several times until the brake
performance returns to normal:
Driving with wet brakes is dangerous.
Increased stopping distance or the
vehicle pulling to one side when
braking could result in a serious
accident. Light braking will indicate
whether the brakes have been affected.
When using an automatic car wash
 




 Retract the door mirrors.



 The automatic car wash brushes could
reduce the paint lustre or hasten paint
deterioration.
When using a high water pressure car
wash
High water temperature and high water
pressure car washers are available
depending on the type of car wash
machine. If the car washer nozzle is
put too close to the vehicle, the force of
the spray could damage or deform the
molding, affect the sealability of parts,
and allow water to penetrate the interior.
Keep a suffi cient space (30 cm (12 in) or
more) between the nozzle and the vehicle.
In addition, do not spend too much time
spraying the same area of the vehicle, and
be very careful when spraying between
gaps in doors and around windows.
Waxing
Your vehicle needs to be waxed when
water no longer beads on the fi nish.
Always wash and dry the vehicle before
waxing it. In addition to the vehicle body,
wax the metal trim to maintain its lustre.
1. Use wax which contains no abrasives.
Waxes containing abrasive will remove
paint and could damage bright metal
parts.
2. Use a good grade of natural wax for
metallic, mica, and solid colours.
3. When waxing, coat evenly with the
sponge supplied or a soft cloth.
4. Wipe off the wax with a soft cloth.
NOTE
A spot remover to remove oil, tar, and
similar materials will usually also take
off the wax. Rewax these areas even if
the rest of the vehicle does not need it.
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If Trouble Arises
Emergency Towing
CAUTION
  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.
CAUTION
Follow these instructions when towing
the vehicle with all wheels on the
ground.
1. Shift to neutral (Manual transaxle), or
the N position (Automatic transaxle).
2. Switch the ignition to ACC.
3. Release the parking brake.
Remember that power assist for the
brakes and steering will not be available
when the engine is not running.
Towing/Tiedown 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
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
If a Warning Light Turns On or Flashes
If any warning light turns on/fl ashes, take appropriate action for each light. There is no
problem if the light turns off, however if the light does not turn off or turns on/fl ashes again,
consult an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
(Vehicles with type C/type D audio)
The warning contents can be verifi ed on the audio.
1. Select the
icon on the home screen to display the applications screen.
2. Select the “Warning Guidance”.
Stop Vehicle in Safe Place Immediately
If any of the following warning lights turns on, the system may have a malfunction. Stop the
vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
Signal Warning
Brake System Warning
Light
This warning has the following functions:
Parking brake warning/Warning light inspection
The light illuminates when the parking brake is applied with the ignition switched to
START or ON. It turns off when the parking brake is fully released.
Low brake fl uid level warning
If the brake warning light remains illuminated even though the parking brake is
released, the brake fl uid may be low or there could be a problem with the brake
system. Park the vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact an expert repairer, we
recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
WARNING
Do not drive with the brake system warning light illuminated. Contact an expert
repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer to have the brakes
inspected as soon as possible:
Driving with the brake system warning light illuminated is dangerous. It
indicates that your brakes may not work at all or that they could completely fail
at any time. If this light remains illuminated, after checking that the parking
brake is fully released, have the brakes inspected immediately.
CAUTION
In addition, the effectiveness of the braking may diminish so you may need to
depress the brake pedal more strongly than normal to stop the vehicle.
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If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
Signal Warning
Electronic Brake Force
Distribution System
Warning If the electronic brake force distribution control unit determines that some components
are operating incorrectly, the control unit may illuminate the brake system warning
light and the ABS warning light simultaneously. The problem is likely to be the
electronic brake force distribution system.
WARNING
Do not drive with both the ABS warning light and brake warning light
illuminated. Have the vehicle towed to an expert repairer, we recommend an
Authorised Mazda Repairer to have the brakes inspected as soon as possible:
Driving when the brake system warning light and ABS warning light are
illuminated simultaneously is dangerous.
When both lights are illuminated, the rear wheels could lock more quickly in an
emergency stop than under normal circumstances.
Charging System
Warning Light If the warning light illuminates while driving, it indicates a malfunction of the
alternator or of the charging system.
Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way. Consult an expert repairer,
we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer. CAUTION
Do not continue driving when the charging system warning light is illuminated
because the engine could stop unexpectedly.
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If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
Signal Warning
ABS Warning Light If the ABS warning light stays on while you're driving, the ABS control unit has detected a
system malfunction. If this occurs, your brakes will function normally as if the vehicle had
no ABS.
Should this happen, consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda
Repairer as soon as possible.
NOTE
When the engine is jump-started to charge the battery, uneven rpm occurs and the ABS
warning light may illuminate. If this occurs, it is the result of the weak battery and
does not indicate an ABS malfunction.
Recharge the battery.
(With DSC vehicles)
The brake assist system does not operate while the ABS warning light is illuminated.
Check Engine Light If this light illuminates while driving, the vehicle may have a problem. It is important to
note the driving conditions when the light illuminated and consult an expert repairer, we
recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
The check engine light may illuminate in the following cases:
The engine's electrical system has a problem. The emission control system has a problem. (SKYACTIV-G 2.0)
The fuel tank level being very low or approaching empty. The fuel-fi ller cap is missing or not tightened securely.
If the check engine light remains on, or it fl ashes continuously , do not drive at high speeds
and consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer as soon as
possible.
(Amber)
i-stop Warning
Light
*
When the light is turned on
A problem in the system may be indicated under the following conditions. Have your
vehicle inspected at an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
The light does not turn on when the ignition is switched ON. The light continues to remain on even though the i-stop OFF switch has been pressed
while the engine is running.
When the light is fl ashing
The light continues to fl ash if the system has a malfunction. Have your vehicle inspected at
an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
(Amber)
i-ELOOP Warning
Light
*
The light turns on if there is any malfunction in the i-ELOOP system. Consult an expert
repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
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Specifi cations
Specifi cations
(SKYACTIV-D 1.5)
Tyre size Infl ation pressure
Up to 3 persons —Full load
215/60R16
*1 MS Front 250 kPa (2.5 bar, 36 psi) 260 kPa (2.6 bar, 38 psi)
Rear 250 kPa (2.5 bar, 36 psi) *4 /
270 kPa (2.7 bar, 39 psi) *5 320 kPa (3.2 bar, 46 psi) *6 /
350 kPa (3.5 bar, 51 psi) *7
215/60R16 *2 MS Front 240 kPa (2.4 bar, 35 psi) 260 kPa (2.6 bar, 38 psi)
Rear 250 kPa (2.5 bar, 36 psi) 320 kPa (3.2 bar, 46 psi) *8 /
330 kPa (3.3 bar, 48 psi) *9
215/50R18 *2 MS Front 250 kPa (2.5 bar, 36 psi) 260 kPa (2.6 bar, 38 psi)
Rear 250 kPa (2.5 bar, 36 psi) *4 /
270 kPa (2.7 bar, 39 psi) *5 320 kPa (3.2 bar, 46 psi) *10 /
350 kPa (3.5 bar, 51 psi) *11
1 person's weight: About 75 kg
*1 Load index and Speed Symbol: 95Q/95S/95T/95H/95V
*2 Load index and Speed Symbol: 99Q/99S/99T/99H/99V
*3 Load index and Speed Symbol: 92Q/92S/92T/92H/92V
*4 2WD
*5 4WD
*6 Load index and Speed Symbol: 95Q/95S/95T
*7 Load index and Speed Symbol: 95H/95V
*8 Load index and Speed Symbol: 99Q/99S/99T
*9 Load index and Speed Symbol: 99H/99V
*10 Load index and Speed Symbol: 92Q/92S/92T
*11 Load index and Speed Symbol: 92H/92V
Wheel nut tightening torque
When installing a tyre, tighten the wheel nut to the following torque.
108—147 N
Üm (12—14 kgf
Üm, 80—108 ft
Ülbf)
Fuses
Refer to Fuses on page 6-54 .
Brakes
If you require information regarding the wear limit specifi cation for the brake disc plates
and the measurement method, please contact an expert repairer, we recommend an
Authorised Mazda Repairer. The information is made freely available.
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Index
A
Accessory Socket .............................. 5-149
Active Driving Display ....................... 4-34
Adaptive Front Lighting System
(AFS)................................................. 4-101
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and
Accessories ........................................... 8-3
Adjustable Speed Limiter ................. 4-134
Advanced Key
Advanced keyless entry system ...... 3-8
Operational range ............................ 3-9
Air Bag/Seat Belt Pretensioner System
Warning Beep ...................................... 7-50
Air Bag Systems ................................. 2-39
Air-Conditioning System ...................... 5-2
Fully Automatic Type .................... 5-10
Manual Type .................................... 5-5
Operating Tips ................................. 5-2
Vent Operation ................................ 5-3
Ambient Temperature Display ............ 4-30
Antilock Brake System (ABS) ............ 4-81
Ashtray .............................................. 5-155
Audio Control Switch
Adjusting the Volume .................... 5-68
Mute Switch .................................. 5-69
Seek Switch ................................... 5-68
Audio System ...................................... 5-14
AUX/USB/iPod mode ................... 5-69
Aerial ............................................. 5-14
Audio Control Switch ................... 5-67
Audio Set (Type A/Type B) ........... 5-27
Audio Set (Type C/Type D) .......... 5-42
Operating Tips for Audio System ... 5-14 Automatic Transaxle ........................... 4-47
Active Adaptive Shift (AAS) ........ 4-49
Direct Mode .................................. 4-56
Driving tips.................................... 4-57
Manual shift mode......................... 4-50
Shift-lock override ........................ 4-50
Shift-lock system ........................... 4-49
Shift position indication ................ 4-48
Transaxle ranges ............................ 4-48
Warning light ................................. 4-48
B
Battery ................................................. 6-36
Inspecting Electrolyte Level ......... 6-38
Maintenance .................................. 6-38
Recharging .................................... 6-38
Replacement .................................. 6-38
Specifi cations .................................. 9-5
Battery runs out ................................... 7-24
Jump-Starting ................................ 7-24
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) .......... 4-111
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) System
warning beep ....................................... 7-53
Bluetooth
® ........................................... 5-89
Bluetooth® Audio (Type A/
Type B) ........................................ 5-129
Bluetooth
® Audio (Type C/
Type D) ........................................ 5-131
Bluetooth
® Hands-Free (Type A/Type
B) ................................................. 5-113
Bluetooth
® Hands-Free (Type C/Type
D)................................................. 5-120
Troubleshooting .......................... 5-143
Body Lubrication ................................ 6-32
Bonnet Release .................................... 6-19
Bottle Holder ..................................... 5-150
Brakes
Brakes assist .................................. 4-78
Foot brake...................................... 4-76
Pad wear indicator ......................... 4-78
Parking brake ................................ 4-77
Warning light ................................. 4-77
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