1
Driver’s View
LIGHTING/
TURN SIGNALS
( P. 2 3 )
BLUETOOTH®
HANDS-FREE/
AUDIO
(PP. 13-14, 27-28)
ACTIVE
DRIVING
D I S P L AY
( P. 3 5 )
TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING
WHEEL RELEASE LEVER
BSM
( P. 2 1 )
LDWS
( P. 2 0 )
TPMS SET
( P. 5 )
AFS
( P. 2 5 )
DSC
OFF
CRUISE CONTROL( P P. 17-1 8 )
FUEL
FILLER LID RELEASE HOOD
RELEASE
INSTRUMENT
CLUSTER
( P P. 3 1 - 3 4 )
TRUNK RELEASE
(4-DOOR)
ILLUMINATION
DIMMER
(Instrument Cluster) ( P P. 3 1 - 3 4 )
This easy-to-use SMART START GUIDE provides information on some unique
features and functions of your new vehicle. Additional features are available at
www.mymazda.com and the MyMazda app -> VEHICLE HOW TO. Complete
information on features and functions are available in your Owner’s Manual.
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Mazda Radar Cruise Control
MAZDA RADAR CRUISE CONTROL (MRCC) SYSTEM (if equipped)
The MRCC system maintains vehicle speed and following distance using
a radar sensor to detect a vehicle ahead. The driver simply presets the
vehicle speed between 19 mph (30 km/h) and 90 mph (145 km/h) and the
system will maintain a safe following distance without having to turn the
cruise control off.
Setting the MRCC
When the ON switch is pushed,
the vehicle speed and the
distance between vehicles
while in headway control can
be set. The MRCC indication
is shown in the display of the
instrument cluster.
The system operates in two modes, Constant Speed and Headway Control modes:
Constant Speed Mode When no vehicle is detected ahead,
the driver’s set speed is maintained.
Headway Control Mode When a vehicle is detected ahead,
a distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead is maintained.
Vehicle ahead display
MRCC Distance
between vehicle display
OFF ON
RES switch
Cruise control
SET+/SET– switch
ON switch switch switch
OFF switch
CANCEL switch
NOTE: The radar for the
MRCC is located behind the
Mazda emblem in the grill.
Keep this area clean to avoid
the system not working properly.
MRCC Set vehicle speed
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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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TACHOMETER
Instrument Cluster (Type B)
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)
ABS (Antilock Brake
System) Malfunction
Shift Position Indicator Light
Security Indicator Light
Brake Warning Light
Parking brake on/low brake
fluid/malfunction
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 the following procedure
Without Mazda Connect:
1 Push the INFO button with
the ignition OFF and continue
pressing the INFO button for 5
seconds or longer after switching
the ignition ON. The outside
temperature display flashes.
2 Push the up or down part of
the INFO switch to change the
temperature unit.
3 Push and hold the INFO button
for 3 seconds or longer until it
stops flashing.
With Mazda Connect:
1 Go to System Settings.
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Active Driving Display
The Active Driving Display displays the following information:• Vehicle Speed Setting
using cruise control
• Navigation Turn-by-Turn
(TBT) direction, distance
and lane guidance
•
Lane Departure Warning
System (LDWS) operation
conditions and warnings
• Smart Brake
Support (SBS)
warnings
• Vehicle Speed Setting
using cruise control
(if equipped)
To change the settings/adjustments for the Active Driving Display:
1 Select the Settings icon on the
Home screen.
2 Select the AD-Disp tab.
3 Select the desired item to change.
• Height: Adjust the position of the
virtual image of the Active Driving
Display up or down.
• Brightness Control: Method
for adjusting screen brightness
(Automatically with instrument
cluster illumination or manually). •
Calibration: Brightness
initialization setting (when
selecting automatic adjustment).
• Brightness: Brightness
adjustment (when selecting
manual adjustment).
• Navigation: On/O f f.
• Active Driving Display:
On/O f f.
• Reset: Reset to
default settings.
50 mph
0 MPH
NOTE:• If the display does not operate, switch the ignition off and then switch it back
on. If it still does not operate even with the ignition switched ON, have the
vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
• It may be difficult to view the display when wearing sunglasses. Take off your
sunglasses or adjust the luminosity.
• If the battery has been removed and re-installed or the battery voltage is low,
the adjusted position may deviate.
• The display may be difficult to view or temporarily affected by weather
conditions such as rain, snow, light, and temperature.
ACTIVE DRIVING DISPLAY (if equipped)
CAUTION: Always adjust the display
using the Settings screen (AD-Disp
tab). Do not try to adjust the angle
or open/close the display by hand.
Fingerprints on the display will
make it difficult to view and manual
operation could cause damage.
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SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE:
When replacing or topping off engine oil, use Mazda Genuine oil. For optimal engine performance,
use SAE 0W-20 engine oil. Please consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for additional information.
Driver’s View ........................ 1
• Location of Switches and Control
Keyless Entry ........................ 3
Advanced Keyless Entry* ..........3
• Door Request Switch*
Starting the Engine ................. 4
• Accelerated Warm-Up System (AWS)
• Push Button Start System
• Emergency Vehicle Entry/
Engine Start/Stop
Tire Pressure Monitor System .... 5
• Initialize TPMS before delivery
Break In Period ..................... 6
Fuel Economy ....................... 6
Seats and Headrests ...............7
Mazda Connect* .................... 9
Mazda Connect Settings* ........10
Commander / Voice Control* ....11
Bluetooth®* ......................... 13
• Pair Phone
• Make/Receive Call
• Toll-Free Customer
Service 800-430-0153
Navigation System* ............... 15
• SD Card
• Planning a Route
*if equipped
Customer Delivery Checklist
SALES CONSULTANT DAT ECUSTOMER DAT E
All items in the Customer Deliver y Checklist have been reviewed with the
customer and the first maintenance appointment has been scheduled:
Signed copy must be placed in dealer jacket.
VEHICLE PRESENTATION:
Refer to the Smart Start Guide during presentation
ESSENTIAL INFORMATION
SAFET Y & TECHNOLOGY INFO
GENERAL INFO
Mazda Radar Cruise Control* ... 17
Forward Obstruction Warning* ...18
Smart City Brake Support* ....... 19
Lane Departure
Warning System (LDWS)* ........ 20
Blind Spot Monitoring*. . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Rear Cross Traffic Alert* .........22
Lights ............................... 23
Wiper/Washer ......................24
Adaptive Front
Lighting System (AFS)* ........... 25
High Beam Control* ............... 26
Audio Controls ..................... 27 • Bluetooth Audio
Audio USB & AUX Inputs ......... 29
Climate Control .................... 30
Instrument Cluster ................31 • Review of Warning and Indicator
Light Function and Location
Active Driving Display* ........... 35
Transmission ....................... 36
i-ELOOP* ........................... 37
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