2015 MAZDA MODEL CX-5 lights

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The three main causes of vehicle-trailer accidents are driver error, excessive speed, and
improper trailer loading.
Before driving
lHave your cooling and braking system checked by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.lBefore starting out, inspect the operation of all vehicle and trailer lights and all vehicle-
to-trailer connections. Stop and re-inspect all lights and connections after driving a short
distance.
Driving
lYour Mazda will handle differently with a trailer in tow, so practice turning, backing,
and stopping in a traffic-free area.
lTake time to get accustomed to the extra weight and length.lAllow more room between your vehicle and the one in front because braking distance
increases with a trailer. For each 16 km/h (10 mph) of speed, allow at least one vehicle
and trailer length between your Mazda and the vehicle ahead.
lAvoid jerky starts or sudden acceleration.lAvoid sudden braking. It may cause loss of control and result in jackknifing, especially
so on wet or slippery roads.
lShift the shift lever to the D position when towing a trailer in hilly terrain or when
heavily loaded.
The D position will allow operating the vehicle without frequent shifting.
Lane changes and turning
Avoid quick lane changes, sudden turns, and tight turns. Slow down before turning to
avoid the need of sudden braking.
A turning trailer will make a tighter arc than the tow vehicle. Compensate with turns that
are larger than normal.
Passing
Plan well ahead to pass other vehicles, and provide plenty of room before changing lanes.
Crosswinds from passing vehicles, especially larger ones, and the effects of rough roads
will affect handling.
If swaying occurs, firmly grip the steering wheel and reduce speed immediately, but
gradually.
Steer straight ahead. If no extreme correction of steering or braking is made, the
combination of less speed and firm steering will result in stability.
Backing up
Backing a vehicle with a trailer requires practice and patience. Back slowly, and have a
helper outside at the rear of the trailer to reduce the risk of an accident.
To turn the trailer, place your hand at the bottom of the steering wheel and turn it in the
direction you want the trailer to go. Make only slight movements to prevent sharp or
prolonged turning.
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Towing
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4When Driving
Information concerning safe driving and stopping.
Start/Stop Engine .................................... 4-2 Ignition Switch .................................... 4-2
Starting the Engine .............................. 4-3
Turning the Engine Off ....................... 4-8
Instrument Cluster and Display ........... 4-10 Meters and Gauges ............................ 4-10
Warning/Indicator Lights .................. 4-22
Transaxle ................................................ 4-44 Manual Transaxle Operation ............. 4-44
Automatic Transaxle Controls .......... 4-46
Switches and Controls ........................... 4-55 Lighting Control ............................... 4-55
Fog Lights
í...................................... 4-60
Turn and Lane-Change Signals ......... 4-60
Windshield Wipers and Washer ........ 4-61
Rear Window Wiper and Washer ...... 4-65
Rear Window Defogger .................... 4-66
Horn .................................................. 4-67
Hazard Warning Flasher .................... 4-67
HomeLink Wireless Control
System
í............................................ 4-68
Brake ...................................................... 4-71 Brake System .................................... 4-71
Hill Launch Assist (HLA) ................. 4-74
Smart City Brake Support
(SCBS)
í........................................... 4-76
ABS/TCS/DSC ....................................... 4-82 Antilock Brake System (ABS) .......... 4-82
Traction Control System (TCS) ........ 4-83
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) ..... 4-84 AWD ....................................................... 4-86
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Operation... 4-86
Power Steering ....................................... 4-88 Power Steering .................................. 4-88
Cruise Control ....................................... 4-89 Cruise Control ................................... 4-89
Tire Pressure Monitoring System ........ 4-93 Tire Pressure Monitoring System ...... 4-93
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
System .................................................... 4-97 Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
System
í............................................ 4-97
Rear View Monitor .............................. 4-101 Rear View Monitor
í...................... 4-101
4-1íSome models.
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ON
This is the normal running position after
the engine is started. The indicator light
(amber) turns off. (The indicator light
(amber) illuminates when the ignition is
switched ON and the engine is not
running.)
Some indicator lights/warning lights
should be inspected before the engine is
started (page 4-22).
NOTE
When the push button start is pressed to ON,
the sound of the fuel pump motor operating
near the fuel tank can be heard. This does not
indicate an abnormality.
Starting the Engine
WARNING
Radio waves from the key may affect
medical devices such as pacemakers:Before using the key near people who
use medical devices, ask the medical
device manufacturer or your
physician if radio waves from the key
will affect the device.
When Driving
Start/Stop Engine
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NOTElThe key must be carried because the key
carries an immobilizer chip that must
communicate with the engine controls at
short range.
lThe engine can be started when the push
button start is pressed from off, ACC, or
ON.
lThe push button start system functions
(function which can start the engine by only
carrying the key) can be deactivated to
prevent any possible adverse effect on a
user wearing a pacemaker or other medical
device. If the system is deactivated, you will
be unable to start the engine by carrying
the key. Consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer for details. If the push button start
system functions have been deactivated, you
can start the engine by following the
procedure indicated when the key battery
goes dead.
Refer to Engine Start Function When Key
Battery is Dead on page 4-6.
lAfter starting a cold engine, the engine
speed increases and a whining sound from
the engine compartment can be heard.
This is for improved exhaust gas
purification and does not indicate defect of
the parts.
lEngine-starting is controlled by the spark
ignition system.
This system meets all Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Standard
requirements regulating the impulse
electrical field strength of radio noise.
1. Make sure you are carrying the key.
2. Occupants should fasten their seatbelts.
3. Make sure the parking brake is on.
4. Continue to press the brake pedal firmly until the engine has completely
started. 5.
(Manual transaxle)
Continue to press the clutch pedal
firmly until the engine has completely
started.
(Automatic transaxle)
Put the vehicle in park (P). If you must
restart the engine while the vehicle is
moving, shift into neutral (N).
NOTE
(Manual transaxle)
The starter will not operate if the clutch pedal
is not depressed sufficiently.
(Automatic transaxle)
The starter will not operate if the shift lever is
not in P or N and the brake pedal is not
depressed sufficiently.
6. Verify that the KEY indicator light (green) (if equipped) in the instrument
cluster and the push button start
indicator light (green) illuminate. Refer
to Warning/Indicator Lights on page
4-22. If the push button start indicator
light (green) flashes, make sure that the
key is being carried (for vehicles with a
type A meter (page 4-22), messages are
displayed in the instrument cluster). If
the push button start indicator light
(green) flashes with the key being
carried, touch the key to the push
button start and start the engine (for
vehicles with a type A meter (page
4-22), messages are displayed in the
instrument cluster). Refer to Engine
Start Function When Key Battery is
Dead on page 4-6.
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When Driving
Start/Stop Engine
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qFuel Gauge
The fuel gauge shows approximately how
much fuel is remaining in the tank when
the ignition is switched ON. We
recommend keeping the tank over 1/4 full.
Type A
Full
1/4 Full
Type B
Full1/4 Full
If the low fuel warning light illuminates or
the fuel level is very low, refuel as soon as
possible.
Refer to Warning/Indicator Lights on page
4-22. NOTE
lAfter refueling, it may require some time for
the indicator to stabilize. In addition, the
indicator may deviate while driving on a
slope or curve since the fuel moves in the
tank.
lThe display indicating a quarter or less
remaining fuel has more segments to show
the remaining fuel level in greater detail.
lThe direction of the arrow () indicates
that the fuel-filler lid is on the left side of
the vehicle.
q Dashboard Illumination
Rotate the knob to adjust the brightness of
the instrument cluster and other
illuminations in the dashboard.
NOTE
lThe brightness of dashboard illuminations
can be adjusted when the headlights and
Parking lights are turned on.
lWhen the dashboard illumination
brightness cannot be adjusted any more, a
beep sound will be heard.
Dim
Bright
Canceling the illumination dimmer
When the headlight switch is in the
orposition, the illumination of the
instrument cluster dims.
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
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Warning/Indicator Lights
qType A
Warning/Indicator lights will appear in any of the highlighted areas
(Display example)
Displays as follows:
Master
warning
light
Indication in display and master warning light in instrument cluster are illuminated
at same time
This indicates a malfunction with the vehicle system. Check the message indicated in the
display and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. For details, refer to the explanations for
the warning/indicator lights, in the warning/indicator lights section, which match the
symbol in the upper part of the display. If a message is not indicated in the display, operate
the INFO switch to display the “Warning ”screen.
Multi-information display
A message such as the system operation status, a malfunction, or an abnormality is
indicated.
l(When a symbol and message are indicated in the display)
For details on the symbols indicated in the upper part of the screen, check the indication
and method for taking action list.
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When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
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Indication and method for taking action list
SignalWarning/Indicator Lights Page
Master Warning Light 4-28
Brake System Warning Light4-28
ABS Warning Light4-29
Charging System Warning Indication4-30
Engine Oil Warning Indication4-30
Check Engine Light4-31
High Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light (Red) 4-31
AWD Warning Indication4-32
BSM OFF Indicator Light4-43
Automatic Transaxle Warning Indication4-32
Power Steering Malfunction Indication4-33
Air Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Light4-33
Low Fuel Warning Light4-34
Check Fuel Cap Warning Indication4-34
Seat Belt Warning Light4-34
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Instrument Cluster and Display
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SignalWarning/Indicator Lights Page
Door-Ajar Warning Indication 4-35
Liftgate-Ajar Warning Indication4-36
Low Washer Fluid Level Warning Indication4-36
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light4-36
KEY Warning Indication4-38
Wrench Indication4-40
TCS/DSC Indicator Light4-40
TCS OFF Indicator Light4-40
AFS OFF Indicator Light4-40
Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) OFF Indicator Light4-41
Low Engine Coolant Temperature Indicator Light (Blue) 4-41
Shift Position Indication4-41
Headlight High-Beam Indicator Light4-42
Turn Signal/Hazard Warning Indicator Lights4-42
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
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