2016 MAZDA MODEL 3 HATCHBACK warning light

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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 maneuvering,
enhancing vehicle safety.

Refer to ABS (page 4-62 ) and TCS
(page 4-63 ).

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 4-21 .
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 tire friction and road contact
because of water on the road surface).
You can still have an accident.

CAUTION
 


¾ The DSC may not operate correctly
unless the following are observed:
 


¾ Use tires of the correct size specifi ed
for your Mazda on all four wheels.
 


¾ Use tires of the same manufacturer,
brand and tread pattern on all four
wheels.
 


¾ Do not mix worn tires. 



¾ The DSC may not operate correctly when
tire chains are used or a temporary spare
tire is installed because the tire 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 À 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
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
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When Driving
i-ELOOP
i-ELOOP Indicator Light/Control
Status Display
T h e d r i v e r i s n o t i¿ ed of the i-ELOOP
power generating status and the vehicle
conditions by the i-ELOOP indicator light
and the control status display.
i-ELOOP Indicator Light



Illuminated (vehicle without type B
audio)
The light turns on during power
generation.
Flashing
If the engine is started after the vehicle has
not been driven for a long period of time,
the i-ELOOP indicator light may À ash.
Leave the engine idling and wait until the
indicator light turns off.
N O T E
 


y The beep will sound if the vehicle is
driven while the i-ELOOP indicator
light is À ashing. In addition, if you
turn the steering wheel while the light
is À ashing, it will feel heavier than
normal, but this does not indicate an
abnormality. Stop the vehicle in a safe
location with the engine running and do
not attempt to turn the steering wheel.
The steering operation will return to
normal after the i-ELOOP indicator
light stops À ashing.




y (Vehicles with type B audio) 
 A noti¿ cation is displayed in the center
display and the i-ELOOP indicator light
À ashes at the same time.

 Refer to Warning Message Indicated on
Display on page 7-33 .

Control status display (vehicles with
type B audio)
The i-ELOOP power generating status is
displayed in the center display.
Refer to Control Status Display on page
4-70 .
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When Driving
Power Steering
Power Steering
 












y Power steering is only operable when
the engine is running. If the engine is
off or if the power steering system is
inoperable, you can still steer, but it
requires more physical effort.
  If the steering feels stiffer than usual
during normal driving or the steering
vibrates, consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
 


y The warning light noti¿ es the driver
of system abnormalities and operation
conditions.
  In addition, the buzzer may also activate
depending on the system abnormality or
operation condition.
  Refer to Warning Lights on page
4-21 .
  Refer to Power Steering Warning Buzzer
on page 7-38 .

CAUTION
Never hold the steering wheel to the
extreme left or right for more than 5
seconds with the engine running. This
could damage the power steering
system.

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When Driving
i-ACTIVSENSE
i-ACTIVSENSE
i-ACTIVSENSE is a collective term covering a series of advanced safety and driver support
systems which make use of a Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) and radar sensors. These
systems consist of active safety and pre-crash safety systems.
These systems are designed to assist the driver in safer driving by reducing the load on the
driver and helping to avert collisions or reduce their severity. However, because each system
has its limitations, always drive carefully and do not rely solely on the systems.
Active Safety Technology
Active Safety Technology supports safer driving by helping the driver to recognize potential
hazards and avert accidents.
Driver awareness support systems
Nighttime visibility
Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS) .............................................................................. 4-76
High Beam Control System (HBC) .................................................................................... 4-77
Left/right side and rear side detection
Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) ......................................................................... 4-80
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) System ............................................................................... 4-86
Forward obstruction warning
Forward Obstruction Warning (FOW) ................................................................................ 4-95
Rear obstruction detection when leaving a parking space
R e a r C r o s s T r a f¿ c Alert (RCTA) ........................................................................................ 4-92
Driver support system
Inter-vehicle distance
Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) ............................................................................... 4-98
Pre-Crash Safety Technology
Pre-crash safety technology is designed to assist the driver in averting collisions or reduce
their severity in situations where they cannot be avoided.
Collision damage reduction in low vehicle speed range
Forward driving
Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) ................................................................................... 4-106
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When Driving
i-ACTIVSENSE
High Beam Control System (HBC)
The High Beam Control System (HBC) determines the conditions in front of the vehicle
using the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) while driving in darkness to automatically switch
the headlights between high and low beams.
Refer to Warning/Indicator Lights on page 4-20 .
While driving the vehicle at a speed of about 30 km/h (18 mph), the headlights are switched
to high beams when there are no vehicles ahead or approaching in the opposite direction.
The system switches the headlights to low beams when one of the following occurs:
 


y The system detects a vehicle or the headlights/lights of a vehicle approaching in the
opposite direction.
 


y The vehicle is driven on roads lined with streetlamps or on roads in well-lit cities and
towns.
 


y The vehicle is driven at less than about 20 km/h (12 mph).

Forward Sensing
Camera (FSC) The recognition distance of the
Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)
varies according to the
surrounding conditions.

The warning light À ashes when the system has a malfunction.
Refer to Warning Lights on page 4-21 .
CAUTION
 


¾ Do not adjust the vehicle height, modify the headlight units, or remove the camera,
otherwise the system will not operate normally.
 


¾ Do not rely excessively on the High Beam Control System (HBC) and drive the vehicle while
paying suffi cient attention to safety. Switch the headlights between the high beams and
low beams manually if necessary.

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When Driving
i-ACTIVSENSE
Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)
T h e L D W S n o t i¿ es the driver that the vehicle may be deviating from its lane.
The system detects the white or yellow lines on the traf¿ c lane using the Forward Sensing
Camera (FSC). If it determines that the vehicle may be deviating from its lane, it noti¿ es
the driver by À ashing the LDWS indicator light (green) and operating the LDWS warning
sound.
Refer to Forward Sensing Camera on page 4-111 .
Use the LDWS when you drive the vehicle on roads with white or yellow lines.


Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)
LDWS warning light (Amber)/
LDWS indicator light (Green)

The warning light À ashes when the system has a malfunction.
Refer to Warning Lights on page 4-21 .
WARNING
Do not use the LDWS under the following conditions:
The system may not operate adequately according to the actual driving conditions,
resulting in an accident.
 


¾ Driving on roads with tight curves.



¾ Driving under bad weather conditions (rain, fog, and snow).

The functions of the LDWS have limitations:
Always stay on course using the steering wheel and drive with care. The system is not
designed to compensate for a driver’s lack of caution and if you rely too much on the
LDWS it could lead to an accident. The driver is responsible for assuring lane changes and
other maneuvers. Always pay attention to the direction in which the vehicle is traveling
and the vehicle’s surroundings.

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When Driving
i-ACTIVSENSE
CAUTION
Do not modify the suspension. If the vehicle height or the damping force of the
suspensions is changed, the LDWS may not operate correctly.

N O T E
 


y If your vehicle deviates from its traf¿ c lane, the LDWS operates (warning sound and
indicator light). Steer the vehicle adequately to drive the vehicle to the center of the lane.
 


y When the turn signal lever is operated for a lane change, the LDWS warning is
automatically canceled. The LDWS warning becomes operable when the turn signal lever
is returned and the system detects the white or yellow lines.
 


y If the steering wheel, accelerator pedal, or brake pedal is operated abruptly and the
vehicle moves close to a white or yellow line, the system determines that the driver is
making a lane change and the LDWS warning is automatically canceled.
 


y The LDWS may not operate during the period immediately after the vehicle has deviated
from its lane and the LDWS has operated, or the vehicle deviates from its lane repeatedly
within a short period of time.
 


y The LDWS does not operate if it does not detect the white or yellow lines of the traf¿ c
lane.
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When Driving
i-ACTIVSENSE
When the System Operates
1. Press the LDWS switch. The LDWS
goes on stand-by and the LDWS
warning light (amber) illuminates.
The lane indication (bordered line) is
indicated in the active driving display
(Type A instrument cluster
*1 ) or the
multi information display (Type B
instrument cluster
*1 ).
*1 To determine which instrument cluster
is equipped on your Mazda, Refer to
Meters and Gauges on page 4-11 .




Indication on display


2. Drive the vehicle near the center of
the lane and the LDWS indicator light
(green) illuminates in the instrument
cluster when all of the following
conditions are met.
 

y
 The vehicle is driven near the center of
the lane with the white or yellow line
on the left and right sides, or on either
side.
 

y
 The vehicle speed is about 70 km/h (44
mph) or more
 

y
 The vehicle is driven on a straight road
or road with gentle curves

The lane indication is indicated in
the active driving display (Type A
instrument cluster
*1 ) or the multi
information display (Type B instrument
cluster
*1 ).
*1 To determine which instrument cluster
is equipped on your Mazda, Refer to
Meters and Gauges on page 4-11 .


Indication on display



N O T E
 


y The LDWS remains on stand-by until it
detects white or yellow lines on both the
left and right sides, or on either side.
 


y When the system detects a white or
yellow line on one side only, the system
will operate the warning only when the
vehicle deviates to the side the white or
yellow line detected.

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