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4When Driving
Information concerning safe driving and stopping.
Start/Stop Engine .................................... 4-2
Ignition Switch .................................... 4-2
Starting the Engine .............................. 4-3
Turning the Engine Off ....................... 4-8
Instrument Cluster and Display ........... 4-10
Meters and Gauges ............................ 4-10
Warning/Indicator Lights .................. 4-20
Transaxle ................................................ 4-47
Manual Transaxle Operation ............. 4-47
Automatic Transaxle Controls .......... 4-49
Switches and Controls ........................... 4-58
Lighting Control ............................... 4-58
Fog Lights
í...................................... 4-63
Turn and Lane-Change Signals ......... 4-63
Windshield Wipers and Washer ........ 4-64
Rear Window Wiper and Washer ...... 4-68
Rear Window Defogger .................... 4-69
Horn .................................................. 4-70
Hazard Warning Flasher .................... 4-70
HomeLink Wireless Control
System
í............................................ 4-71
Brake ...................................................... 4-74
Brake System .................................... 4-74
Hill Launch Assist (HLA) ................. 4-78
ABS/TCS/DSC ....................................... 4-80
Antilock Brake System (ABS) .......... 4-80
Traction Control System (TCS) ........ 4-81
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) ..... 4-82
Fuel Economy Monitor ......................... 4-84
Fuel Economy Monitor ..................... 4-84Drive Selection ....................................... 4-86
Drive Selection (Automatic
Transaxle) ......................................... 4-86
AWD ....................................................... 4-87
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Operation... 4-87
Power Steering ....................................... 4-89
Power Steering .................................. 4-89
i-ACTIVSENSE ..................................... 4-90
i-ACTIVSENSE
í............................. 4-90
Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS)í... 4-92
High Beam Control System (HBC)í... 4-93
Lane Departure Warning System
(LDWS)
í......................................... 4-96
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) Systemí... 4-102
Distance Recognition Support System
(DRSS)
í......................................... 4-108
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)í... 4-111
Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC)í... 4-116
Smart City Brake Support (SCBS)í... 4-126
Smart Brake Support (SBS)í......... 4-131
Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)í... 4-134
Radar Sensor (Front)í.................... 4-137
Laser Sensor (Front)í..................... 4-140
Radar Sensors (Rear)í................... 4-142
Cruise Control ..................................... 4-144
Cruise Control
í.............................. 4-144
Tire Pressure Monitoring System ...... 4-148
Tire Pressure Monitoring System .... 4-148
Rear View Monitor .............................. 4-152
Rear View Monitor
í...................... 4-152
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qDashboard Illumination
Rotate the knob to adjust the brightness of
the instrument cluster and other
illuminations in the dashboard.
NOTE
lThe brightness of dashboard illuminations
can be adjusted when the headlights and
Parking lights are turned on.
lWhen the dashboard illumination
brightness cannot be adjusted any more, a
beep sound will be heard.
Dim
Bright
Canceling the illumination dimmer
When the headlight switch is in the
orposition, the illumination of the
instrument cluster dims.
When driving on snowy or foggy roads,
or in other situations when the instrument
cluster's visibility is reduced due to glare
from surrounding brightness, cancel the
illumination dimmer and increase the
illumination intensity.
To cancel the illumination dimmer, rotate
the knob clockwise fully. You will hear a
beep sound and the illumination dimmer
will be canceled.NOTE
lThis symbol () indicates the knob to
adjust the brightness of the dashboard
illumination.
lIf the dashboard illumination knob is kept
at the illumination dimmer cancel position,
the instrument cluster will not dim when the
headlight switch is turned to the
or
position again. Rotate the dashboard
illumination knob counterclockwise to
activate the illumination dimmer.
qOutside Temperature Display
When the ignition is switched ON, the
outside temperature is displayed.
Type A
Type B
NOTE
Under the following conditions, the outside
temperature display may differ from the actual
outside temperature depending on the
surroundings and vehicle conditions:
lSignificantly cold or hot temperatures.lSudden changes in outside temperature.lThe vehicle is parked.lThe vehicle is driven at low speeds.
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qHBC Warning Light (Amber)/
HBC Indicator Light (Green)í
HBC warning light (Amber)
When illuminated
When the ignition is switched ON, this
warning light illuminates and then turns
off after a few seconds. The warning light
illuminates if the area of the windshield in
front of the forward sensing camera (FSC)
is fogged or obstructed.
This light turns on if there is a
malfunction in the high beam control
system (HBC). Have your vehicle
inspected by an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
HBC indicator light (Green)
This indicator light illuminates when the
system is operating and turns off when the
system operation is canceled.
qWrench Indication/Indicator Light
Type A
Perform maintenance in accordance with
the message.
Type B
This indicator light stays on for a few
seconds when the ignition is switched
ON.
The wrench indicator light illuminates
when the engine oil replacement period is
reached.
If the light is illuminated, replace the
engine oil.
Refer to Engine Oil on page 6-27.
qTCS/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 flashes.
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.
NOTE
lIn addition to the indicator light flashing, a
slight lugging sound will come from the
engine. This indicates that the TCS/DSC is
operating properly.
lOn slippery surfaces, such as fresh snow, it
will be impossible to achieve high rpm
when the TCS is on.
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Instrument Cluster and Display
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Fog Lightsí
Can be used when the ignition is switched
ON.
Use this switch to turn on the fog lights.
The fog lights will improve visibility at
night and during foggy conditions.
To turn the fog lights on, rotate the fog
light switch to the
position.
The headlight switch must be in the
position before turning on the fog lights.
Fog light switch
To turn the fog lights off, rotate the fog
light switch to the
position or turn
the headlight switch to the
or
position.
NOTE
lThe fog lights will turn off when the
headlights are set at high beams.
l(With auto-light control)
If the fog light switch is in the
position
and the headlight switch is in the
position, the fog lights will turn on when
the headlights, the exterior lights and
dashboard illumination turn on.
Turn and Lane-Change
Signals
NOTElIf an indicator light flashes abnormally, one
of the turn signal bulbs may be burned out.
lA personalized function is available to
change the turn indicator sound volume.
Refer to Personalization Features on page
9-10.
qTurn Signals
Move the signal lever down (for a left
turn) or up (for a right turn) to the stop
position. The signal will self-cancel after
the turn is completed.
If the indicator light continues to flash
after a turn, manually return the lever to
its original position.
Right turn
Left turn Right lane change
Left lane changeOFF
Green indicators on the dashboard show
which signal is working.
qLane-Change Signals
Move the lever halfway toward the
direction of the change―until the
indicator flashes―and hold it there. It
will return to the off position when
released.
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Switches and Controls
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Rear Window Defogger
The rear window defogger clears fog from
the rear window.
The ignition must be switched ON.
Press the switch to turn on the rear
window defogger. The rear window
defogger operates for about 15 minutes
and turns off automatically.
The indicator light illuminates during
operation.
To turn off the rear window defogger
before the 15 minutes has elapsed, press
the switch again.
Fully Automatic Type Climate Control
Indicator light
Manual Type Climate Control
Indicator light
CAUTION
Do not use sharp instruments or
window cleaners with abrasives to
clean the inside of the rear window
surface. They may damage the
defogger grid inside the window.
NOTE
lThis defogger is not designed for melting
snow. If there is an accumulation of snow
on the rear window, remove it before using
the defogger.
lThe rear window defogger setting can be
changed. After changing the setting, the
rear window defogger stops automatically
after 15 minutes have elapsed and when the
ambient temperature is high. When the
ambient temperature is low, it continues to
operate until the switch is pressed again.
Refer to Personalization Features on page
9-10.
qMirror Defoggerí
To turn on the mirror defoggers, switch
the ignition ON and press the rear window
defogger switch (page 4-69).
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Switches and Controls
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NOTE
The timing in which the system switches the headlights changes under the following conditions. If the
system does not switch the headlights appropriately, manually switch between high and low beams
according to the visibility as well as road and traffic conditions.
lWhen there are sources of light in the area such as street lamps, illuminated signboards, and
traffic signals.
lWhen there are reflective objects in the surrounding area such as reflective plates and signs.lWhen visibility is reduced under rain, snow and foggy conditions.lWhen driving on roads with sharp curves or hilly terrain.lWhen the headlights/rear lamps of vehicles in front of you or in the opposite lane are dim or not
illuminated.
lWhen there is insufficient darkness such as at dawn or dusk.lWhen the luggage compartment is loaded with heavy objects or the rear passenger seats are
occupied.
lWhen visibility is reduced due to a vehicle in front of you spraying water from its tires onto your
windshield.
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NOTElIf your vehicle deviates from its traffic lane, the LDWS operates (warning sound and indicator
light). Steer the vehicle adequately to drive the vehicle to the center of the lane.
lWhen 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.
lIf 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.
lThe 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.
lThe LDWS does not operate if it does not detect the white or yellow lines of the traffic lane.lUnder the following conditions, the LDWS may not be able to detect white or yellow lines
correctly and the LDWS may not operate correctly.
lIf an object placed on the dashboard is reflected in the windshield and picked up by the
camera.
lHeavy luggage is loaded in the luggage compartment or on the rear seat and the vehicle is
inclined.
lThe tire pressures are not adjusted to the specified pressure.lWhen the vehicle is driven on the entry and exit to or from the rest area or tollgate of a
highway.
lThe white or yellow lines are less visible because of dirt or paint flaking.lThe vehicle ahead is running near a white or yellow line and the line is less visible.lA white or yellow line is less visible because of bad weather (rain, fog, or snow).lA misleading line is picked up on the road such as a temporary line for construction, or
because of shade, lingering snow, or grooves filled with water.
lThe surrounding brightness suddenly changes such as when entering or exiting a tunnel.lThe illumination of the headlights is weakened because of dirt or the optical axis is deviated.lThe windshield is dirty or foggy.lBack-light is reflecting from the road surface.lThe road surface is wet and shiny after rain, or there are puddles on the road.lThe shade of a guardrail parallel to a white or yellow line is on the road.lThe width of a lane is excessively narrow or wide.lThe road is excessively uneven.lThe vehicle is shaken after hitting a road bump.lThere are two or more adjacent white or yellow lines.lThere are various road markings or lane markings of various shapes near an intersection.
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NOTElThe LDWS does not operate until the
system detects a white or yellow line on
either the left or right.
lWhen the system detects a white or yellow
line on one side only, the system will
activate the warning only when the vehicle
deviates on the side where the white or
yellow line is being detected.
lThe distance and warning sensitivity
(likelihood of a warning) which the system
uses to determine the possibility of a lane
departure can be changed.
Refer to Personalization Features on page
9-10.
Auto cancel
In the following cases, the LDWS cancels
automatically.
lThe temperature inside the camera is
high or low.
lThe windshield around the camera is
foggy.
lThe windshield around the camera is
blocked by an obstruction, causing
poor forward visibility.
When the LDWS cancels automatically,
the instrument cluster displays as follows.
Vehicle with type A instrument cluster
The lane indication (border line) is
indicated in the display.
The LDWS is enabled automatically when
operation conditions are met, and the lane
indication is indicated in the display.
Vehicle with type B instrument cluster
The LDWS warning light in the
instrument cluster turns on.
The LDWS warning light turns off when
the LDWS is operable.
Auto cancel warning
When the following operations are
performed, the LDWS determines that the
driver intends to make a lane change and
the LDWS warning is canceled
automatically. The LDWS is enabled
automatically after the driver performs the
operation.
lThe steering wheel is operated
abruptly.
lThe brake pedal is depressed abruptly.lThe accelerator pedal is depressed
abruptly.
lThe turn signal lever is operated (after
the turn signal lever is returned, the
LDWS may not operate for about 3
seconds which is the period of time
required to make a lane correction).
NOTE
After about 60 seconds have elapsed with the
turn signal lever left operating, the LDWS
warning may operate if the vehicle is close to a
white or yellow line.
qCanceling the System
Press the LDWS switch to cancel the
LDWS. The LDWS OFF indication/
indicator light turns on.
The lane indication displayed in the type
A instrument cluster turns off.
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