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STARTING THE ENGINE WITH
ACCELERATED WARM-UP SYSTEM (AWS)
The Mazda3 is equipped with SKYACTIV
combustion technology. This technology
includes AWS (Accelerated Warm-up
System) for optimal emission performance
during cold starting conditions.
While Carrying the Key…
• Start the engine by pushing the START/
STOP ENGINE button while pushing the
clutch pedal (M/ T) or the brake pedal (A / T).
What you will notice? On start-up, the
engine speed and sound are higher (1500
RPM) for less than 1 minute to quickly bring the
catalyst to efficient operating temperature. The RPM will
reduce to idle once the temperature is achieved. This
is normal engine operation under cold start conditions.
What this does? This heats up the catalytic
converter faster to reduce emissions and allows
Mazda to use an exhaust header on the engine
(to improve efficiency and horsepower).
• Shut the engine OFF by making sure the vehicle in park (A/T) and
• setting the parking brake, then push the START/STOP ENGINE button.
• Activate Accessories (ACC) by pushing the START/STOP
ENGINE button once without pushing the clutch or brake pedal.
• Turn the ignition to the ON position by pushing the START/STOP
ENGINE button twice without pushing the clutch or brake pedal.
NOTE: Yo u can drive the vehicle during AWS activation, no need to wait.
Emergency Engine Stop
Pushing and holding the START/STOP button or repeatedly pushing the
button while the engine is running will turn the engine OFF. Use only in case of
an emergency.
If the START/STOP ENGINE button indicator light flashes AMBER, this could
indicate a problem with the engine starting system. You may not be able to start
the engine or switch the ignition to ACC or ON. Have your vehicle inspec\
ted at an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
NOTE: The engine may not start if the key cannot be detected. The Key
Indicator Light may flash RED or “Key not detected” may be displayed if the key
is placed in the cup holder.
START/STOP ENGINE
Button Indicator Light
Transmitter
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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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1 • Rotate the knob to adjust the brightness of the instrument cluster and o\
ther dashboard illuminations.2 • Push to toggle between trip meter (A & B).
• When a trip meter is selected, push and hold to reset to zero.
3 • Push the knob for 1.5 seconds or more to change the speed units between km/h and mph.
Brake Warning Light
Parking brake on/low brake
fluid/malfunction
Master Warning Light
Low Fuel Level
Low Engine Oil Pressure
Power Steering Malfunction
Automatic Transaxle
Warning Light
Charging System
Malfunction
Door/Trunk/Tailgate Ajar
Low Washer Fluid Level
Warning Light
KEY Warning Light RED
KEY Indicator Light GREEN
Check Fuel Cap
Perform Maintenance
i-ELOOP Status (p. 34 )
On : Power generation
Flashing : Pre-Charge Mode
DASHBOARD ILLUMINATION/
DIMMER1/TRIP METER2
ENGINE COOLANT TEMP LIGHTS
Since this vehicle does not use an engine
coolant temperature gauge, red and blue
engine coolant temperature lights are used to
indicate high and low coolant temperature.
Red Coolant Temp Light
Flashing: Engine is starting to run hot.
Drive slowly to reduce engine load.
On: Engine is overheating. Safely pull
over to the side of the road and turn
the engine off. Refer to the Owner’s
Manual for more information.
Blue Coolant Temp Light
On: Engine coolant is cold and no warm
air is available for heater/defroster.
Off: Engine coolant is warm and
warm air is available for heater/
defroster. The light may stay on for a
few minutes after start-up when the
engine is cold, but the vehicle can
be driven with the light on or off.
I M P O R TA N T: When your
Mazda Connect display
setting is set on “AUTO”, the
instrument cluster and display
may become dimmer when the
headlights are on. If the display
and instrument cluster become
too dim or too bright when the
headlights are on, simply rotate
the dimmer knob located on
your instrument cluster to
adjust the brightness.
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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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