2016 MAZDA MODEL 3 HATCHBACK warning

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Driver’s View
CLOCK
SETTINGS
( P. 1 0 )
MAZDA CONNECT
INFOTAINMENT
SYSTEM
(PP. 9-10, 27-28)
C L I M AT E
CONTROL
( P. 3 0 )
TRANSMISSION ( P. 3 6 )CD
P L AY E R
S E AT

WARMERS PASSENGER
AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR
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HAZARD
WARNINGWIPER/
WASHER
( P. 2 4 )
START/STOP
ENGINE BUTTON
( P. 4 )
1 This indicator light turns on to remind you that the front passenger’s front/side
airbags and seat belt pretensioner will not deploy during a collision. The reason for
this is that the sensor has determined that an adult is not sitting in the front passenger seat.
NOTE: If a smaller adult sits on the front passenger seat, the sensors might detect the adult as being
a child depending on the person’s physique and may deactivate the front passenger’s front/side
airbags and seat belt pretensioner. Always wear your seat belt and secure children in the rear seats in
appropriate child restraints. See the Owner’s Manual for important information on this safety feature.
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Tires
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)
For your safety, the Mazda3 is equipped with TPMS that detects low tire
pressure in one or more tires. If the tire pressure starts getting low in
one or more tires, the system alerts the driver by turning on a light in the
instrument cluster (pp. 31-34) and sounding an alarm.
What to do? Don’t ignore the TPMS warning light. Stop and check your
tire pressure (when tires are cold) and inflate them to the proper pressure.
Properly inflated tires are safer, last longer, and increase fuel economy.
In the following cases, the TPMS must be “initialized” so the system can
operate normally.
• The tire pressure is adjusted (up or down) in one or more tires.
• A tire rotation is performed.
• Any tire or wheel is replaced.
• The vehicle’s battery is disconnected, replaced or completely dead.
Initialization Process
(TPMS Warning Light
is Illuminated)
1 Park the vehicle in a safe place and firmly apply the parking brake.
2 Let the tires cool, then adjust the tire pressure to the specified
pressure (See tire label located on the driver’s side door opening) on
all four (4) tires.
3 Switch the ignition ON, but leave the vehicle parked.
4 Push and hold the TPMS “Set Switch”
(left side of dash) until the TPMS warning
light
in the instrument cluster flashes
twice and a beep sound is heard once.
CAUTION: If the TPMS “Set Switch” is pushed without adjusting the tire
pressure, the system cannot detect the normal tire pressure. The TPMS
warning light may not turn on, even if the tire pressure is low, or it may turn on
if the tire pressure is normal.
NOTE: Drastic changes in temperature or altitude may cause the TPMS warning
light to turn on.
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MAZDA CONNECT INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM (if equipped)
MAZDA CONNECT is designed to be operated by
using one of the following three interfaces:
1 The commander switch (p. 11).
2 The touchscreen (if the vehicle is not moving).
3 Voice control (p. 12).
Mazda Connect Infotainment System
NOTE: • In the interest of safety and to avoid distracted driving, the touchscreen
is disabled at speeds over 5 mph. Use the commander switch
or voice control to operate the infotainment system.
• You can touch and tap, slide or swipe the touchscreen, but cannot pinch.
Push TALK button
and say “Applications.”Push TALK button
and say “Settings.”
Push TALK button

and say “Entertainment.”
Push TALK button
and say “Navigation.”
Push TALK button and
say “Communication.”
NOTE: These types of
Warning screens appear
if there is a problem
with the vehicle.
For issues with MAZDA CONNECT, visit
http://infotainment.mazdahandsfree.com
or call 800-430-0153.
Ta l k
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Forward Obstruction Warning
FORWARD OBSTRUCTION WARNING (FOW)
The Forward Obstruction Warning (FOW) system alerts the
driver of a possible collision using an indicator in the active driving \
display
and instrument cluster along with a warning sound. The system operates
when driving at 10 mph (15 km/h) or faster and
the system’s radar sensor determines that your
vehicle may hit a vehicle or obstruction ahead.
How to set the speed:
1 Adjust the vehicle to the desired speed using the accelerator pedal.
2 Push the SET + or SET – switch. The set speed and the inter-vehicle
distance display filled with white lines is displayed in the active driving
display and the MRCC indicator light (green) turns on simultaneously.
Travel StatusDuring travel at
constant speed During travel under
headway control
Display
How to set the distance between vehicles:
The distance between vehicles is set to a shorter distance by pushing th\
e

switch a longer distance by pushing the switch. The distance-between-
vehicles can be set to 4 levels.
Distance between vehicles guideline
(at 50mph (80km/h))Long (about 164f t (50m))Medium
(about 131f t (40m))Shor t (about 98f t (30m))Extremely Shor t (about 82f t (25m))
Display
CAUTION: Do not rely completely on the MRCC system and always
drive carefully obeying the speed limit.
NOTE: The MRCC sometimes will brake your vehicle when passing a semi truck (tractor
trailer). This is normal. Simply press the accelerator pedal to override the system.
NOTE: FOW system can be turned off using Safety
Settings in the Infotainment system.
WARNING: FOW is only a supplementar y system designed to reduce damage in
the event of a collision. The FOW has limitations and does not detect all objects. Do not
rely solely on the FOW. Relying solely on the FOW may cause an unexpected accident
resulting in death or serious injur y. Always keep your eyes on the road.
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LANE DEPARTURE WARNING SYSTEM (LDWS) (if equipped)
The LDWS recognizes painted lane lines on a road using the forward
sensing camera (FSC) installed to the windshield. If the vehicle deviates
from its lane at speeds above 44 mph, the system alerts the driver using
the following indicators.
Use the LDWS switch to
turn system ON or OFF
Indicator LightActive Driving Display Condition
The painted lane lines
on the road are not
recognized or the
vehicle speed is less
than 44 mph
The painted lane
lines are recognized
at vehicle speeds of
44 mph or more
Flashes +
warning sound OR
Warning is triggered
when vehicle deviates
from its lane
No indicator light
LDWS OFF
WARNING: LDWS is only a supplementary
system to warn the driver that the vehicle may
be deviating from its lane, however the LDWS
has limitations. Do not rely solely on the LDWS.
Relying solely on the LDWS may cause an
unexpected accident resulting in death or serious
injury. Always pay attention to the direction in
which the vehicle is traveling and drive safely.
NOTE: • Any driver input (e.g., turn signal, steering or acceleration) will cancel warning.• You can change the warning indicator between a rumble or beeping sound
in the vehicle personalization features.
Lane Departure Warning System
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Blind Spot Monitoring System
NOTE: Do not rely completely on the BSM system and be sure to look over
your shoulder before changing lanes:
• The BSM system can assist the driver in confirming the safety of the s\
urroundings,
but is not a complete substitute.
• The driver is responsible for ensuring safe lane changes and other maneuvers.
• Always pay attention to the direction in which the vehicle is traveling and the
vehicle’s surroundings.
• The BSM system does not operate when the vehicle speed is lower than abo\
ut
6.2 mph (10 km/h).
Turning BSM System Off
Turning the BSM system off will turn off both the light and sound
indicators. To manually turn the BSM system off, push the BSM
OFF switch on the dash. The BSM OFF indicator will illuminate
in the instrument cluster when the BSM system is off. The BSM
system will retain the last setting before the ignition was turned off.
BLIND SPOT MONITORING (BSM) SYSTEM
The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system is designed to assist the driver
by monitoring the blind spots to the rear of the vehicle on both sides.
• If your vehicle speed is about 6.2 mph (10 km/h) or more, the BSM
will warn you of vehicles in the detection area by illuminating the
BSM warning lights located on the left and right door mirrors.
• If you operate a turn signal in the direction of an illuminated BSM warning
light, the system will also warn you with a beep and warning light flash.
• BSM sensors are located under the left and right rear bumper areas.
The BSM system may not operate properly if the rear bumper gets too
dirty, so keep the rear bumper area clean.
Refer to your Owner’s Manual for complete details.
Your Vehicle
Detection Areas
NOTE: Yo u can change the
warning volume in the vehicle
personalization features.
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REAR CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT (RCTA) (if equipped)
The RCTA is designed to alert the driver of oncoming traffic when
backing out of a parking spot. RCTA is active when your vehicle is in
reverse and your vehicle speed is 0 to 6 mph (11 km/h).
When BSM sensors detect an object moving 3 to 18 mph (5 to 30 km/h),
RCTA will notify the driver with indicators and sound:
• Rear View Monitor and outside mirror flashing indications.
• Beep sound (same as BSM).
Refer to your Owner’s Manual for complete details.
Object Detected Object Detected
WARNING: RCTA is only a supplementary system to help aid when backing up ,
however R C TA has limitations. The system does not detect all vehicles, especially
a motorcycle . Do not rely solely on the R C TA . Relying solely on the R C TA may
cause an unexpected accident resulting in serious injury. Always back up slowly.
Rear View Monitor
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Settings
button for rear
view monitor.
Image is
for reference.
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Instrument Cluster (Type A)
SPEED UNIT SELECTOR3
Lane Departure Warning
System On (
AMBER)/
Lane Detected ( GREEN) (p. 20)
AFS
OFF
Adaptive Front Lighting System
(AFS) OFF (p. 26)

Traction Control System (TCS)/
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
On: TCS/DSC malfunction
Flashing: TCS/DSC operating
BSM OFF
BSM OFF (Blind Spot
Monitoring)
( p. 21)
OFF Dynamic Stability Control

(DSC) Off Indicator Light SPORT Mode On (p. 39)
Lights On (Exterior)
High Beam Control On
Headlight High Beams On
Air Bag/Front Seat Belt
Pretensioner System
Malfunction
Check Engine Light
Seat Belt Unbuckled/
Malfunction
Turn Signals/Hazard

Warning Indicator Lights
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) Warning Light (p. 7) On/ Warning Beep: Low tire pressure in one
or more tires. Flashing: TPMS Malfunction
Cruise Main Indicator Light

On ( AMBER )/Cruise Set
Indicator Light On ( GREEN)

Mazda Radar Cruise Control
Warning Light On ( AMBER)
Set Indicator ( GREEN)
( p p . 17-18 )
ABS (Antilock Brake
System) Malfunction
Shift Position Indicator Light
Security Indicator Light
Forward Obstruction Warning
(FOW ) and Smart City Brake
System (SCBS)

Flashing red: FOW and SCBS are operating.
Amber: FOW and/or SCBS malfunction.
FOW and SCBS are turned of f.
TPMS NOTE:
Low ambient temperature and/or high altitude may cause tire pressures to
change and turn the TPMS warning light on. If the warning light comes on, see p. 7.
NOTE: See Owner’s Manual for more details and explanations.
OUTSIDE
TEMPERATURE DISPLAY
The outside temperature unit can
be switched between °C and °F
using System Settings in the
infotainment system.
GLOSSARY OF WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS
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