2015 MAZDA MODEL CX-9 service

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Thank you for choosing a Mazda. We at Mazda design and build vehicles with complete
customer satisfaction in mind.
To help ensure enjoyable and trouble-free operation of your Mazda, read this manual
carefully and follow its recommendations.
An Authorized Mazda Dealer knows your vehicle best. So when maintenance or service is
necessary, that's the place to go.
Our nationwide network of Mazda professionals is dedicated to providing you with the best
possible service.
We assure you that all of us at Mazda have an ongoing interest in your motoring pleasure
and in your full satisfaction with your Mazda product.Mazda Motor CorporationHIROSHIMA, JAPAN
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Keep this manual in the glove box as a handy reference for the safe and enjoyable use of your Mazda. Should you
resell the vehicle, leave this manual with it for the next owner.
All specifications and descriptions are accurate at the time of printing. Because improvement is a constant goal at
Mazda, we reserve the right to make changes in specifications at any time without notice and without obligation.
Air Conditioning and the Environment
Your Mazda's genuine air conditioner is filled with a refrigerant that has been found not to damage the earth's
ozone layer. If the air conditioner does not operate properly, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Perchlorate
Certain components of this vehicle such as [air bag modules, seat belt pretensioners, lithium batteries, ···] may contain Perchlorate Material- - Special handling
may apply for service or vehicle end of life disposal. See
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Please be aware that this manual applies to all models, equipment and options. As a result, you may find
some explanations for equipment not installed on your vehicle.
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CAUTION
ØBe careful not to allow the rubber
ring shown in the figure to be
scratched or damaged.
Ø If the rubber ring detaches,
reattach it before inserting a new
battery.
Rubber ring
qService
If you have a problem with the advanced
keyless functions, consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
If your advanced key is lost or stolen,
bring all remaining advanced keys to an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible for a replacement and to make
the lost or stolen advanced key
inoperative.
CAUTION
Radio equipment like this is governed
by laws in the United States.
Changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void
the user's authority to operate the
equipment.
Operation Using Advanced
Keyless Functions
qOperational Range
The system operates only when the driver
is in the vehicle or within operational
range while the advanced key is being
carried.
NOTE
When the battery power is low, or in places
where there are high-intensity radio waves or
noise, the operational range may become
narrower or the system may not operate. For
determining battery replacement, Refer to
Advanced Keys on page 3-2.
Locking, unlocking the doors and the
liftgate
The operational range for locking/
unlocking the doors is an area of up to 80
cm (31 in) from the center of the front
door handles.
The operational range for locking/
unlocking the liftgate is an area of up to
80 cm (31 in) from the center of the
liftgate.
Exterior transmitter
Operational range
NOTE
The system may not operate if you are too
close to the windows, door handles, or liftgate.
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Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System
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qService
If you have a problem with the keyless
entry system, consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
If your transmitter is lost or stolen, consult
an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible for a replacement and to make
the lost or stolen transmitter inoperative.
CAUTION
Radio equipment like this is governed
by laws in the United States.
Changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void
the user's authority to operate the
equipment.
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3. Release the parking brake (also the foot brake) and pull away from the wheel blocks.Stop; apply the parking brake and shift into P.
4. Have a helper retrieve the wheel blocks.
Fuel consumption
Trailer towing causes higher fuel consumption.
Maintenance
If you tow a trailer frequently, have your vehicle serviced as shown in Scheduled
Maintenance (page 8-4).
Before Driving Your Mazda
Towing
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NOTE
Exclusive to Sirius. If your vehicle is equipped
with Sirius, your new Mazda includes a free
introductory subscription with a limited term
trial offer. Call 888-539-7474 to activate. For
more information, visit www.siriusxm.com.
Satellite radio is only available in regions
providing satellite radio service (some areas of
the United States and Canada). Contact
Authorized Mazda Dealer for details.
How to Activate Satellite Radio
You must call SIRIUS to activate your
service. Activation is free and takes only a
few minutes.
SIRIUS service uses an ID code to
identify your radio. This code is needed to
activate SIRIUS service, and report any
problems.
Please have the following information
ready:
lSIRIUS ID (12-digit electronic serial
no, or ESN*1)lValid credit card information (may not
be required at initial sign-up)
*1 ESN: Electronic Serial Number
Be sure you are parked outside with a
clear view of open sky, you will be
instructed to turn on your radio (in
SIRIUS mode and tuned to channel 184).
Activation typically takes only 2 ―5
minutes.
Displaying the SIRIUS ID (ESN)
Turn the manual tuning dial and select
channel 0 to display the twelve-digit
Electronic Serial Number (ESN) for the
SIRIUS tuner.
SIRIUS operation
All operations of the satellite radio are
conducted by means of the audio unit. SIRIUS radio mode selection
Touch the
on-screen tab on the
audio screen to receive the previously
received SIRIUS channel.
Every time the
on-screen tab is
touched, the bank changes in the order
shown below.
SIRIUS1 SIRIUS2 SIRIUS3
NOTElSIRIUS1, SIRIUS2 and SIRIUS3: six
stations can be stored in each bank for
convenient access to your favorite stations.
lis displayed when SIRIUS1 is
selected,
is displayed when
SIRIUS2 is selected, and
is
displayed when SIRIUS3 is selected.
Operation in the initial state
It may take some time to start up the
equipment when it is in the initial state,
when there is a change in the user's
subscription condition, when the firmware
is updated or when the SIRIUS channel
map is changed.
“ Updating Channels XXX % ”is
displayed when the SIRIUS channel map
is changed.
If the user contract content is changed,
“ Subscription Updated ”is displayed.
When the firmware is updated, the
“ Updating Receiver ”is displayed.
Updating could take as long as a few
minutes depending on the geographical
area. When the unit is in an initialized
state, channel 184 is displayed after the
display indicates “Updating Receiver ”.
Interior Comfort
Audio System
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(CD shuffle)
Touch the
on-screen button two
times during playback to play the songs in
the CD shuffle. “
”is displayed during
playback.
Touch the
on-screen button while
“
” is displayed to cancel.
Display scroll
If a whole title cannot be displayed at one
time, touch the
on-screen button on
the right side of the title. When the last
character is displayed, touch the
on-
screen button to display the first character
of the title.
NOTE
lTheon-screen button is displayed only
if a whole title cannot be displayed at one
time.
lThe information viewable in the display is
only CD information (such as artist name,
song title) which has been recorded to the
CD.
lThis unit cannot display some characters.
Characters which cannot be displayed are
indicated by an asterisk (
).lThe number of characters which can be
displayed is restricted.
Message Display
If “CD Error ”is displayed, it means that
there is some CD malfunction. Check the
CD for damage, dirt, or smudges, and
then properly reinsert. If the message
appears again, take the unit to an
Authorized Mazda Dealer for service.
q Operating the Auxiliary jack/
USB port
Without auxiliary jack
Audio can be played from the vehicle
audio device by connecting USB device
or an iPod to the USB port.
Refer to AUX/USB/iPod Mode on page
6-52.
With auxiliary jack
Audio can be heard from the vehicle's
speakers by connecting a commercially-
available portable audio unit to the
auxiliary jack.
Use a commercially-available, non-
impedance (3.5
) stereo mini plug cable.
Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer for
details.
In addition, audio can be played from the
vehicle audio device by connecting a USB
device or an iPod to the USB port.
Refer to AUX/USB/iPod Mode on page
6-52.
q Error Indications
If you see an error indication on the
display, find the cause in the chart. If you
cannot clear the error indication, take the
vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
IndicationCause Solution
CD
Error CD is inserted
upside down
Insert the CD
properly. If the error
indication continues
to display, consult an
Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
CD is defective Insert another CD
properly. If the error
indication continues
to display, consult an
Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
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Safety Certification
This CD player is made and tested to meet exacting safety standards. It meets FCC
requirements and complies with safety performance standards of the U.S. Department of
Health and Human Services.
CAUTION
ØThis CD player should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except qualified
service personnel.
If servicing is required, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Ø Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those
specified herein may result in hazardous laser exposure. Never operate the CD
player with the top case of the unit removed.
Ø Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
NOTE
For CD player section:
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
NOTE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation.
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qTransferring a call from a device
(mobile phone) to Hands-Free
Communication between devices (mobile
phone) can be switched to Bluetooth®
Hands-Free.
Touch the
on-screen button.
qCall interrupt
A call can be interrupted to receive an
incoming call from a third party.
To switch to a new incoming call.
Touch the
on-screen button or press
the pick-up button on the steering wheel.
NOTE
lAfter receiving a new incoming call, the
previous call is placed on hold.
lTouch theon-screen button or press
the hang-up button on the steering wheel to
refuse a call.
Switching between calls
Touch the
on-screen button or
press the pick-up button on the steering
wheel.
Three-way call function
Touch the
on-screen button.
q DTMF (Dual Tone Multi-
Frequency Signal) Transmission
This function is used when transmitting
DTMF via the Numerical Keypad. The
receiver of a DTMF transmission is
generally a home telephone answering
machine or a company's automated
guidance call center.
1. Touch the
on-screen button
after connecting to a home device or
service to display the tone transmission
screen. 2. Input the number using a numerical
keypad.
NOTE
If the DTMF code has two or more digits or
symbols, each one must be transmitted
individually.
q Receiving and Replying to
Messages (only MAP 1.0)
SMS (Short Message Service) messages,
MMS (Multimedia Messaging Service)
messages, and E-mail received by
connected devices can be downloaded,
displayed, and played (read by the
system).
Additionally, replies can also be made to
calls and messages in the received
messages.
Downloading messages
Up to 15 new messages can be
downloaded and displayed from a
connected device.
1. Touch the
on-screen tab.
2. Touch the
on-screen button.
NOTE
lMessages that have not been read are
downloaded first.
lAttached data is not downloaded.lMessages up to 160-bytes can be
downloaded.
lA message list is created for each device.lIf there are unread messages, the receive
icon is displayed.
lIf the connected device does not correspond
to MAP 1.0, the AT command is used to
download. The downloaded message
indicates that it is already read.
lDownloading using the AT command may
not function depending on the connected
device.
Interior Comfort
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