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If the front passenger occupant classification sensor is normal, the indicator light turns on
when the ignition is switched ON. The light turns off after a few seconds. Then, the
indicator light turns on or is off under the following conditions:
Front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light on/off condition chart
Condition detected by the front
passenger occupant classification
systemFront passenger air bag
deactivation indicator
lightFront passenger front
and side air bagsFront passenger seat
belt pretensioner
system
Empty (Not occupied) On Deactivated Deactivated
A child less than 1 year old is
seated in a child-restraint systemOn Deactivated Deactivated
Child
*1On or off Deactivated or ready Deactivated or ready
Adult*2Off Ready Ready
*1 The occupant classification sensor may not detect a child seated on the seat, in a child-restraint system, or a
junior seat depending on the child's physical size and seated posture.
*2 If a smaller adult sits on the front passenger seat, the sensors might detect the person as being a child
depending on the person's physique.
The curtain air bag is ready for inflating regardless of what the front passenger air bag
deactivation indicator light on/off condition chart indicates.
If the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light does not turn on when the ignition
is switched ON and does not turn on as indicated in the front passenger air bag deactivation
indicator light on/off condition chart, do not allow an occupant to sit in the front passenger
seat and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. The system may not
work properly in an accident.
WARNING
Do not allow an occupant in the front passenger's seat to sit with a posture which
makes it difficult for the front passenger occupant classification sensor to detect the
occupant correctly:
Sitting in the front passenger's seat with a posture which makes it difficult for the
front passenger occupant classification sensor to detect the occupant correctly is
dangerous. If the front passenger occupant classification sensor cannot detect the
occupant sitting on the front passenger's seat correctly, the front passenger front
and side air bags and pretensioner system may not operate (deploy) or they may
operate (deploy) accidentally. The front passenger will not have the supplementary
protection of the air bags or the accidental operation (deployment) of the air bags
could result in serious injury or death.
Under the following conditions, the front passenger occupant classification sensor
cannot detect a passenger sitting on the front passenger's seat correctly and the
deployment/non-deployment of the air bags cannot be controlled as indicated in the
front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light on/off condition chart. For
example:
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NOTElWhen the ignition is switched to ACC or
ON, the vehicle lock-out prevention feature
prevents you from locking yourself out of
the vehicle.
All doors will automatically unlock if they
are locked using the power door locks with
any door open.
The vehicle lock-out prevention feature
does not operate while the ignition is
switched off.
When any door is opened from the outside
while the key is inside the vehicle, the
closed doors are locked. All the doors are
automatically unlocked by closing the open
door.
(With the advanced keyless function)
The beep sound is heard for about 10
seconds to notify the driver that the key has
been left in the vehicle.
(Without the advanced keyless function)
The horn sound is heard twice to notify the
driver that the key has been left in the
vehicle.
l(Door unlock (control) system with
collision detection)
This system automatically unlocks the
doors in the event the vehicle is involved in
an accident to allow passengers to get out
of the vehicle immediately and prevent
being trapped inside. While the ignition is
switched ON and in the event the vehicle
receives an impact strong enough to inflate
the air bags, all the doors are automatically
unlocked after about 6 seconds have
elapsed from the time of the accident.
The doors may not unlock depending on
how an impact is applied, the force of the
impact, and other conditions of the
accident.
If door-related systems or the battery is
malfunctioning, the doors will not unlock.
qLocking, Unlocking with Key
All doors lock automatically when the
driver's door is locked with the key.
All doors unlock when the driver's door is
unlocked and the key is held in the unlock
position for one second or longer.
Turn the key toward the front to lock,
toward the back to unlock.
LockUnlock
NOTE
Holding the key in the unlocked position in the
driver's door lock for about a second unlocks
all doors. To unlock only the driver's door,
insert the key into the driver's door lock and
turn the key briefly to the unlock position and
then immediately return it to the center
position.
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Doors and Locks
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Break-In Period
No special break-in is necessary, but a few
precautions in the first 1,000 km (600
miles) may add to the performance,
economy, and life of your Mazda.
lDo not race the engine.lDo not maintain one constant speed,
either slow or fast, for a long period of
time.
lDo not drive constantly at full-throttle
or high engine rpm for extended
periods of time.
lAvoid unnecessary hard stops.lAvoid full-throttle starts.
Saving Fuel and Protection
of the Environment
How you operate your Mazda determines
how far it will travel on a tank of fuel. Use
these suggestions to help save fuel and
reduce CO2.
lAvoid long warm-ups. Once the engine
runs smoothly, begin driving.
lAvoid fast starts.lDrive at lower speeds.lAnticipate when to apply the brakes
(avoid sudden braking).
lFollow the maintenance schedule (page
6-4) and have an Authorized Mazda
Dealer perform inspections and
servicing.
lUse the air conditioner only when
necessary.
lSlow down on rough roads.lKeep the tires properly inflated.lDo not carry unnecessary weight.lDo not rest your foot on the brake
pedal while driving.
lKeep the wheels in correct alignment.lKeep windows closed at high speeds.lSlow down when driving in crosswinds
and headwinds.
WARNING
Never stop the engine when going
down a hill:
Stopping the engine when going
down a hill is dangerous. This causes
the loss of power steering and power
brake control, and may cause
damage to the drivetrain. Any loss of
steering or braking control could
cause an accident.
Before Driving
Driving Tips
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qTire Pressure Monitoring System
Warning Light
This warning light illuminates for a few
seconds when the ignition is switched
ON.
The warning light illuminates and a beep
is heard when tire pressure is too low in
one or more tires, and flashes when there
is a system malfunction.
WARNING
If the tire pressure monitoring system
warning light illuminates or flashes, or
the tire pressure warning beep sound is
heard, decrease vehicle speed
immediately and avoid sudden
maneuvering and braking:
If the tire pressure monitoring system
warning light illuminates or flashes,
or the tire pressure warning beep
sound is heard, it is dangerous to
drive the vehicle at high speeds, or
perform sudden maneuvering or
braking. Vehicle drivability could
worsen and result in an accident.
To determine if you have a slow leak
or a flat, pull over to a safe position
where you can check the visual
condition of the tire and determine if
you have enough air to proceed to a
place where air may be added and
the system monitored again by an
Authorized Mazda Dealer or a tire
repair station.
Do not ignore the TPMS Warning Light:
Ignoring the TPMS warning light is
dangerous, even if you know why it is
illuminated. Have the problem taken
care of as soon as possible before it
develops into a more serious
situation that could lead to tire
failure and a dangerous accident.
Warning light illuminates/Warning
beep sounds
When the warning light illuminates, and
the warning beep sound is heard (about 3
seconds), tire pressure is too low in one or
more tires.
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Instrument Cluster and Display
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i-ELOOPí
On conventional vehicles, the kinetic energy that is generated when the vehicle is
decelerated by applying the brakes or during engine braking ends up being discarded as
heat. By utilizing this discarded kinetic energy to generate electricity and use it to power
the vehicle's electrical devices and accessories such as the A/C and audio, fuel
consumption can be reduced. Mazda's system for generating electricity from this kinetic
energy is called the Regenerative Braking System (i-ELOOP).
Electric components
Engine Components
Vehicle Systems:
Air-conditioning
Audio
Head-lights, etc
Accelerator OFF
Accelerator ONEnergy
regeneration
ChargeBattery
Battery Power
Power
Electric components
Engine Components
Vehicle Systems:
Air-conditioning
Audio
Head-lights, etc
Engine
Variable
Voltage
alternator
Variable
Voltage
alternator Engine
Tire TireCapacitor
CapacitorDC-DC converter
DC-DC converter
Kinetic energy
Electrical
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íSome models.
i-ELOOP
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NOTElThe Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) system will not operate if the driver is deliberately
performing driving operations (accelerator pedal and steering wheel).
lThe Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) system will operate under the following conditions.lThe engine is running.l“SCBS Forward malfunction”is not displayed in the multi-information display.lThe vehicle speed is between about 4 to 30 km/h (2 to 18 mph).lThe Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) system is not turned off.lThe DSC is not malfunctioning.lThe Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) detects a vehicle ahead by emitting a near-infrared laser
beam and receiving the beam reflected off the reflector of the vehicle ahead, and then using it for
the measurement. Consequently, the Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) may not operate under the
following conditions:
lReflection of the laser is poor due to the shape of the vehicle ahead.lThe vehicle ahead is significantly dirty.lUnder bad weather condition, such as rain, fog and snow.lThe window washer is being used or the windshield wipers are not used when it's raining.lThe windshield is dirty.lThe steering wheel is turned completely left or right, or the vehicle is accelerated rapidly and
comes close to the vehicle ahead.
lTrucks with low loading platforms and vehicles with an extremely low or high profile.lVehicles with certain shapes such as a vehicle carrier.lUnder the following conditions, the Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) system may not operate
normally.
lHeavy luggage is loaded in the luggage compartment or on the rear seat.lIf there is the possibility of partial contact with a vehicle ahead.lWhen driving on continuously curving roads, and entering and exiting exits.lElongated luggage or cargo is loaded onto installed roof rails and covers the laser sensor.lExhaust gas from the vehicle in front, sand, snow, and water vapor rising from manholes and
grating, and water splashed into the air.
lWhen towing a malfunctioning vehicle.lWhen driving with tires having significantly different wear.lIn the following cases, the laser sensor may inadvertently determine that there is a vehicle ahead
and the Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) system may operate.
lObjects on the road at the entrance to a curve.lVehicles passing in the opposite lane while making a curve.lMetal objects, bumps, or protruding objects on the road.lWhen passing through a toll gate equipped with a bar.lWhen passing under a vinyl curtain or flag.lPlastic objects such as pylons.lTwo-wheeled vehicles, pedestrians, animals or standing trees.lWhen the system operates, the user is notified by the flashing Smart City Brake Support (SCBS)
warning indication and the multi-information display.
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CAUTION
Heed the following precautions to assure correct operation of each system.
ØDo not adhere stickers (including transparent stickers) to the surface of the
radiator grille and front emblem in and around the radar sensor (front), and do
not replace the radiator grille and front emblem with any product that is not a
genuine product designed for use with the radar sensor (front).
ØThe radar sensor (front) includes a function for detecting soiling of the radar
sensor's front surface and informing the driver, however, depending on the
conditions, it may require time to detect or it may not detect plastic shopping
bags, ice or snow. If this occurs, the system may not operate correctly, therefore
always keep the radar sensor (front) clean.
ØDo not install a grille guard.
ØIf the front part of the vehicle has been damaged in a vehicle accident, the
position of the radar sensor (front) may have moved. Stop the system immediately
and always have the vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
ØDo not use the front bumper to push other vehicles or obstructions such as when
pulling out of a parking space. Otherwise, the radar sensor (front) could be hit
and its position deviated.
ØDo not remove, disassemble, or modify the radar sensor (front).
ØFor repairs, replacement or paint work around the radar sensor (front), consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
ØDo not modify the suspension. If the suspension are modified, the vehicle's posture
could change and the radar sensor (front) may not be able to correctly detect a
vehicle ahead or an obstruction.
When Driving
i-ACTIVSENSE
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NOTElThe detection ability of the radar sensors (rear) has limitations. In the following cases, the
detection ability may lower and the system may not operate normally.
lThe rear bumper near the radar sensors (rear) has become deformed.lSnow, ice or mud adheres to the radar sensors (rear) on the rear bumper.lUnder bad weather conditions such as rain, snow and fog.lUnder the following conditions, the radar sensors (rear) cannot detect target objects or it may be
difficult to detect them.
lStationary objects on a road or a road side such as small, two-wheeled vehicles, bicycles,
pedestrians, animals, and shopping carts.
lVehicle shapes which do not reflect radar waves well such as empty trailers with a low vehicle
height and sports cars.
lVehicles are shipped with the direction of the radar sensors (rear) adjusted for each vehicle to a
loaded vehicle condition so that the radar sensors (rear) detect approaching vehicles correctly. If
the direction of the radar sensors (rear) has deviated for some reason, have the vehicle inspected
at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
lFor repairs or replacement of the radar sensors (rear), or bumper repairs, paintwork, and
replacement near the radar sensors, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
lTurn off the system while pulling a trailer or while an accessory such as a bicycle carrier is
installed to the rear of the vehicle. Otherwise, the radio waves emitted by the radar will be
blocked causing the system to not operate normally.
lThe radar sensors are regulated by the relevant radio wave laws of the country in which the
vehicle is driven. If the vehicle is driven abroad, authorization from the country in which the
vehicle is driven may be required.
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