2016 MAZDA MODEL CX-9 Owners Manual (in English)

3–63
Before Driving
Towing
Trailer Towing Tips
 




y Verify that your Mazda maintains a near-normal attitude when a loaded or unloaded trailer
is connected. Do not drive if it has an abnormal front-up or front-down position. Inspect
for incorrect tongue load, worn suspension parts, and trailer overloading.
 


y Make sure the trailer is properly loaded and the cargo is secure to prevent it from shifting.



y Make sure the mirrors conform to all government regulations. If they do not, install
required rear view mirrors appropriate for towing purposes.

The three main causes of vehicle-trailer accidents are driver error, excessive speed, and
improper trailer loading.
Before driving
 




y Have your cooling and braking system checked by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.



y Before starting out, inspect the operation of all vehicle and trailer lights and all vehicle-
to-trailer connections. Stop and re-inspect all lights and connections after driving a short
distance.

Driving
 




y Your Mazda will handle differently with a trailer in tow, so practice turning, backing, and
stopping in a traf¿ c-free area.




y Take time to get accustomed to the extra weight and length.



y Allow more room between your vehicle and the one in front because braking distance
increases with a trailer. For each 16 km/h (10 mph) of speed, allow at least one vehicle
and trailer length between your Mazda and the vehicle ahead.
 


y Avoid jerky starts or sudden acceleration.



y Avoid sudden braking. It may cause loss of control and result in jackkni¿ ng, especially so
on wet or slippery roads.
 


y Shift the shift lever to the D position when towing a trailer in hilly terrain or when heavily
loaded.

The D position will allow operating the vehicle without frequent shifting.
Lane changes and turning
Avoid quick lane changes, sudden turns, and tight turns. Slow down before turning to avoid
the need of sudden braking.
A turning trailer will make a tighter arc than the tow vehicle. Compensate with turns that are
larger than normal.
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3–64
Before Driving
Towing
Passing
Plan well ahead to pass other vehicles, and provide plenty of room before changing lanes.
Crosswinds from passing vehicles, especially larger ones, and the effects of rough roads will
affect handling.
If swaying occurs, ¿ rmly grip the steering wheel and reduce speed immediately, but
gradually.
Steer straight ahead. If no extreme correction of steering or braking is made, the
combination of less speed and ¿ rm steering will result in stability.
Backing up
Backing a vehicle with a trailer requires practice and patience. Back slowly, and have a
helper outside at the rear of the trailer to reduce the risk of an accident.
To turn the trailer, place your hand at the bottom of the steering wheel and turn it in the
direction you want the trailer to go. Make only slight movements to prevent sharp or
prolonged turning.
Ascending a hill
Shift into a lower gear to reduce the possibility of overloading or overheating the engine, or
both.
Descending a hill
Shift into a lower gear and use engine compression as a braking effect.
WARNING
Always use lower gears to reduce speed:
Holding the brake pedal down too long or too frequently is dangerous as it could cause
the brakes to overheat and lose power, resulting in loss of control and a serious accident.
Use lower gears to help reduce speed. Pull off the road and allow brakes to cool down
whenever braking performance feels reduced.

Overheated engine
The extra weight of the trailer may strain the engine on hot days and on long or steep
upgrades.
If the temperature gauge indicates overheating, turn off the air conditioner, drive safely
to the side of the road, park off the right-of-way and wait for engine to cool. Refer to
Overheating on page 7-24 .
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3–65
Before Driving
Towing
Parking
Always make sure the tires of the trailer and the tow vehicle are blocked while parked.
Apply the parking brake ¿ rmly and put the transaxle in P.
Avoid parking on an incline, but if you must, follow these instructions:
1. Depress and hold down the brake pedal.
2. Have a helper put wheel blocks against the downhill side of all vehicle and trailer tires.
3. Then release the brake pedal slowly until the blocks bear the load.
 

y
 If the grade is downhill, turn the steering wheel so that the front of the front tires face
the curb.
 

y
 If it is uphill, face the rear of the front tires against the curb.
4. Firmly apply the parking brake.
5. Shift the transaxle into P, and stop the engine.

To restart after parking on an incline:
1. With the transaxle in P, start the engine. (Be sure to depress and hold the brake pedal.)
2. Shift into gear.
3. Release the parking brake (also the foot brake) and pull away from the wheel blocks.
Stop; apply the parking brake and shift into P.
4. Have a helper retrieve the wheel blocks.

Fuel consumption
Trailer towing causes higher fuel consumption.
Maintenance
If you tow a trailer frequently, have your vehicle serviced as shown in Scheduled
Maintenance (page 6-4 ).
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3–66
Before Driving
Towing
Recreational Towing
An example of "recreational towing" is
towing your vehicle behind a motorhome.
The transaxle is not designed for towing
this vehicle on all 4 wheels.
When doing recreational towing refer to
"Towing Description" (page 7-26 ) and
carefully follow the instructions.

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4–1

*Some models.
4When Driving
Information concerning safe driving and stopping.

Start/Stop Engine ................................ 4-4
Ignition Switch ............................... 4-4
Starting the Engine ......................... 4-5
Turning the Engine Off ................ 4-10

Instrument Cluster and Display ...... 4-12
Meters and Gauges ....................... 4-12
Multi-information Display and INFO
Switch
* ......................................... 4-21
Active Driving Display * ............... 4-29
Warning/Indicator Lights ............. 4-32

Automatic Transaxle ......................... 4-39
Automatic Transaxle Controls ..... 4-39
Shift-Lock System ....................... 4-40
Transaxle Ranges ......................... 4-41
Manual Shift Mode ...................... 4-43
Driving Tips ................................. 4-48

Switches and Controls ...................... 4-49
Lighting Control ........................... 4-49
Fog Lights
* ................................... 4-55
Turn and Lane-Change Signals .... 4-55
Windshield Wipers and Washer ... 4-56
Rear Window Wiper and
Washer .......................................... 4-60
Rear Window Defogger ............... 4-61
Horn ............................................. 4-62
Hazard Warning Flasher ............... 4-62
HomeLink Wireless Control
System
* ......................................... 4-63
Brake .................................................. 4-67
Brake System ............................... 4-67
Hill Launch Assist (HLA) ............ 4-71

ABS/TCS/DSC/Trailer Stability Assist
(TSA) .................................................. 4-73
Antilock Brake System (ABS) ..... 4-73
Traction Control System (TCS) ... 4-74
Dynamic Stability Control
(DSC) ........................................... 4-76
Trailer Stability Assist (TSA)....... 4-77

Fuel Economy Monitor ..................... 4-78
Fuel Economy Monitor ................ 4-78

Drive Selection ................................... 4-80
Drive Selection ............................. 4-80

i-ACTIV AWD ................................... 4-82
i-ACTIV AWD Operation
* ........... 4-82

Power Steering................................... 4-84
Power Steering ............................. 4-84

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4–2*Some models.
i-ACTIVSENSE................................. 4-85
i-ACTIVSENSE * .......................... 4-85
Adaptive Front Lighting System
(AFS)
* .......................................... 4-88
High Beam Control System
(HBC)
* .......................................... 4-89
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) * .... 4-92
Distance Recognition Support System
(DRSS)
* ........................................ 4-98
Rear Cross Traf¿ c Alert
(RCTA)
* ..................................... 4-102
Mazda Radar Cruise Control
(MRCC)
* .................................... 4-106
Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) &
Lane Departure Warning System
(LDWS)
* .................................... 4-117
Smart City Brake Support
(SCBS)
* ...................................... 4-129
Smart Brake Support (SBS) * ...... 4-134
Forward Sensing Camera
(FSC)
* ......................................... 4-137
Radar Sensor (Front) * ................. 4-140
Laser Sensor (Front) * ................. 4-143
Radar Sensors (Rear) * ................ 4-145

Cruise Control ................................. 4-147
Cruise Control
* ........................... 4-147

Tire Pressure Monitoring System ... 4-151
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System
* ....................................... 4-151

Rear View Monitor .......................... 4-155
Rear View Monitor
* ................... 4-155

Parking Sensor System ................... 4-164
Parking Sensor System
* ............. 4-164
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4–3
MEMO
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4–4
When Driving
Start/Stop Engine
Ignition Switch
Push Button Start Positions
The system operates only when the key is
within operational range.
Each time the push button start is pressed,
the ignition switches in the order of off,
ACC, and ON. Pressing the push button
start again from ON switches the ignition
off.

Indicator light

N O T E
 


y The engine starts by pressing the push
button start while depressing the brake
pedal. To switch the ignition position,
press the push button start without
depressing the pedal.
 


y Do not leave the ignition switched ON
while the engine is not running. Doing
so could result in the battery going
dead. If the selector lever is in the P
position, and the ignition is in ACC, the
ignition switches off automatically after
about 25 minutes.

O f f
The power supply to electrical devices
turns off and the push button start indicator
light (amber) also turns off.
In this position the steering wheel is
locked.
WARNING
Before leaving the driver's seat, always
switch the ignition off , set the parking
brake, and make sure the selector lever
is in P:
Leaving the driver's seat without
switching the ignition off , setting the
parking brake, and shifting the selector
lever to P is dangerous. Unexpected
vehicle movement could occur which
could result in an accident.
In addition, if your intention is to leave
the vehicle for even a short period, it
is important to switch the ignition off ,
as leaving it in another position will
disable some of the vehicle's security
systems and run the battery down.

ACC (Accessory)
Some electrical accessories will operate
and the indicator light (amber) illuminates.
N O T E
The keyless entry system does not function
while the push button start has been
pressed to ACC, and the doors will not
lock/unlock even if they have been locked
manually.

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