2015 MAZDA MODEL CX-3 fog light

*Some models.4–1
4When Driving
Information concerning safe driving and stopping.



Start/Stop Engine ................................ 4-4
Ignition Switch ............................... 4-4
Starting the Engine ......................... 4-5
Turning the Engine Off ................ 4-11
i-stop
* ........................................... 4-13
Instrument Cluster and Display ...... 4-23
Meters and Gauges ....................... 4-23
Active Driving Display
* ............... 4-34
Warning/Indicator Lights ............. 4-36
Transaxle ............................................ 4-44
Manual Transaxle Operation ........ 4-44
Automatic Transaxle Controls ...... 4-47
Switches and Controls ...................... 4-58
Lighting Control ........................... 4-58
Front Fog Lights
* ......................... 4-65
Rear Fog Light* ............................ 4-66
Turn and Lane-Change Signals ...... 4-67
Windscreen Wipers and Washer ...... 4-68
Rear Window Wiper and
Washer
*......................................... 4-72
Headlight Washer* ........................ 4-73
Rear Window Defogger ............... 4-73
Horn ............................................. 4-74
Hazard Warning Flasher ............... 4-75
Brake .................................................. 4-76
Brake System ............................... 4-76
Emergency Stop Signal System ...... 4-79
Hill Launch Assist (HLA)* ........... 4-79 ABS/TCS/DSC ................................... 4-81
Antilock Brake System (ABS) ...... 4-81
Traction Control System (TCS) ...... 4-82
Dynamic Stability Control
(DSC) ........................................... 4-84
i-ELOOP ............................................ 4-85
i-ELOOP
* ..................................... 4-85
Fuel Economy Monitor ..................... 4-88
Fuel Economy Monitor
* ............... 4-88
Drive Selection ................................... 4-93
Drive Selection
* ........................... 4-93
4WD .................................................... 4-95
4-Wheel Drive (4WD)
Operation ...................................... 4-95
Power Steering................................... 4-97
Power Steering ............................. 4-97
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*Some models.4–41
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
Signal Indicator Lights Page
(Green)
* Adjustable Speed Limiter Set Indicator Light 4-136
* Select Mode Indicator Light 4-94
Lights-On Indicator Light 4-58
* Front Fog Light Indicator Light 4-65
* Rear Fog Light Indicator Light 4-66
*1 The light turns on when the ignition is switched on for an operation check, and turns off a few seconds later or
when the engine is started. If the light does not turn on or remains turned on, have the vehicle inspected at an
expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
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*Some models.4–65
When Driving
Switches and Controls
Front Fog Lights *
The front fog lights can be used when the
ignition is switched ON.
Use this switch to turn on the front fog
lights. The front fog lights will improve
visibility at night and during foggy
conditions.
To turn the front fog lights on, rotate the
fog light switch to the
or position
(the fog light switch returns to the
position automatically).
Fog light switch
The headlight switch must be in the or
position before turning on the front fog
lights.
The front fog light indicator light in the
instrument cluster illuminates while the
front fog light are on.
To turn the front fog lights off, do any of
the following:
 


 Rotate the fog light switch to the
position.



 Turn the headlight switch to the
position.



 Switch the ignition to a position other
than ON.
NOTE
 (With auto-light control)
 If the fog light switch is in the or
position and the headlight switch
is in the
position, the front fog
lights will turn on when the
headlights, the exterior lights and
instrument panel illumination turn
on.
  If the fog light switch is rotated to
the
position (the fog light switch
returns to the
position
automatically), the rear fog light will
also illuminate, and the rear fog light
indicator light in the instrument
cluster will also illuminate.
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*Some models.4–66
When Driving
Switches and Controls
Rear Fog Light *
The rear fog light can be used when the
ignition is switched ON.
The rear fog light helps your vehicle to be
seen.
When the lights are turned on, the rear
fog lights indicator light in the instrument
cluster turns on.
Type A (With Front Fog Light)
The headlight switch must be in the or
position before turning on the rear fog
light.
To turn the rear fog light on, rotate the fog
light switch to the
position (the fog
light switch returns to the
position
automatically).
The rear fog light indicator light in the
instrument cluster illuminates while the
rear fog light is on.
Fog light switch
To turn the rear fog light off, do any of the
following:
 


 Rotate the fog light switch to the
position again (the fog light switch
returns to the
position automatically). 


 Turn the headlight switch to the
position.



 Switch the ignition to a position other
than ON.
The rear fog light indicator light in the
instrument cluster goes off when the rear
fog light is turned off.
NOTE
  The front fog lights turns on when
the rear fog light is turned on.
  If the fog light switch is rotated to
the
position (the fog light switch
returns to the
position
automatically), the front fog light
indicator light in the instrument
cluster will also illuminate.
 (With auto-light control) When the headlight switch is in the
position, the rear fog light turns
on when the headlights, the exterior
lights and instrument panel
illumination are on.
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When Driving
Switches and Controls
Type B (Without Front Fog Light)
The headlights must be turned on to turn
on the rear fog light.
To turn the rear fog light on, rotate the fog
light switch to the
position (the fog
light switch returns to its original position
automatically).
The rear fog light indicator light in the
instrument cluster illuminates while the
rear fog light is on.
Fog light switch
To turn the rear fog light off, do any of the
following:
 


 Rotate the fog light switch to the
position again (the fog light switch
returns to its original position
automatically).
 


 Turn the headlight switch to the
position.
The rear fog light indicator light in the
instrument cluster goes off when the rear
fog light is turned off.
NOTE
(With auto-light control)
When the headlight switch is in the
position and the headlights, exterior
lights and instrument panel illuminated,
the rear fog light turns on when the rear
fog light switch is turned on.
Turn and Lane-Change
Signals
The ignition must be switched ON to use
the turn and lane-change signals.
Direction Indicators
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 direction indicators (green) in the
instrument cluster fl ash according to the
operation of the direction indicator lever to
show which signal is working.
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*Some models.4–73
When Driving
Switches and Controls
Headlight Washer *
The ignition must be switched ON 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.4–74
When Driving
Switches and Controls
Fully 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 4-73 ).
Horn
To sound the horn, press the mark on
the steering wheel.
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When Driving
i-ACTIVSENSE
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.
 
 When there are sources of light in the area such as street lamps, illuminated
signboards, and traffi c signals.

 When there are refl ective objects in the surrounding area such as refl ective plates and
signs.
  When visibility is reduced under rain, snow and foggy conditions. 
 When driving on roads with sharp curves or hilly terrain. 
 When the headlights/rear lamps of vehicles in front of you or in the opposite lane are
dim or not illuminated.
  When there is suffi cient darkness such as at dawn or dusk. 
 When the luggage compartment is loaded with heavy objects or the rear passenger
seats are occupied.
  When visibility is reduced due to a vehicle in front of you spraying water from its tyres
onto your windscreen.
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