2016 MAZDA MODEL CX-9 dead battery

4–68
When Driving
Brake
Electric Parking Brake
The electric parking brake equipment
applies the parking brake using an electric
motor. When the electric parking brake is
applied, the electric parking brake switch
indicator light turns on.

Indicator light

WARNING
Do not drive the vehicle with the electric
parking brake applied:
If the vehicle is driven with the parking
brake applied, the brake parts may
generate heat and the brake system
may not operate, leading to an
accident.
Before driving, release the electric
parking brake and verify that the brake
system warning light is turned off .

N O T E




y The electric parking brake cannot be
applied or released while the vehicle
battery is dead.
 


y If the electric parking brake is
repeatedly applied and released it may
stop operating to prevent overheating
of the motor. If this occurs, wait approx.
1 minute before operating the electric
parking brake switch again.
 


y An operation sound occurs when
applying or releasing the electric
parking brake, however, this does not
indicate a malfunction.
 


y If the electric parking brake is not
used for long periods, an automatic
inspection of the system is performed
while the vehicle is parked. An
operation sound can be heard, however,
this does not indicate a problem.
 


y When the electric parking brake is
applied and the ignition is switched
OFF, an operation sound can be heard,
however, this does not indicate a
problem.
 


y The brake pedal may move while the
electric parking brake is being applied
or released, however, this does not
indicate a problem.
 


y If the electric parking brake switch is
continually pulled while driving the
vehicle, the electric parking brake will
be applied and the electric parking
brake warning beep will be activated.
When the switch is released, the electric
parking brake is released and the beep
stops.
 


y If the electric parking brake is applied
with the ignition switched off or in ACC,
the brake system warning light in the
instrument cluster and the indicator
light in the switch may turn on for 15
seconds.
 


y When running the vehicle through an
automatic car wash, it may be necessary
to switch the ignition off with the
parking brake released depending on
the type of automatic car wash.

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6–40
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
Battery Maintenance

To get the best service from a battery:
 


y Keep it securely mounted.



y Keep the top clean and dry.



y Keep terminals and connections clean,
tight, and coated with petroleum jelly or
terminal grease.
 


y Rinse off spilled electrolyte immediately
with a solution of water and baking
soda.
 


y If the vehicle will not be used for an
extended time, disconnect the battery
cables and charge the battery every six
weeks.

Battery Replacement
Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer for a
battery replacement purchase.
Key Battery Replacement
If the buttons on the transmitter are
inoperable and the operation indicator
light does not À ash, the battery may be
dead.
Replace with a new battery before the
transmitter becomes unusable.
CAUTION
 


¾ Make sure the battery is installed
correctly. Battery leakage could occur if it
is not installed correctly.
 


¾ When replacing the battery, be careful
not to touch any of the internal circuitry
and electrical terminals, bend the
electrical terminals, or get dirt in the
transmitter as the transmitter could be
damaged.
 


¾ There is the danger of explosion if the
battery is not correctly replaced.
 


¾ Dispose of used batteries according to
the following instructions.
 


¾ Insulate the plus and minus terminals
of the battery using cellophane or
equivalent tape.
 


¾ Never disassemble.



¾ Never throw the battery into fi re or
water.
 


¾ Never deform or crush. 



¾ Replace only with the same type battery
(CR2025 or equivalent).

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7–41
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
*Some models.
Signal Warning Action to be taken


Engine Oil Level Warning
Light This warning light indicates that the engine
oil level is around the MIN mark (page
6-29 ). Add 1 L (0.3 US gal, 0.2 Imp gal) of
engine oil (page 6-26 ).


Low Washer Fluid Level
Warning Indication/
Warning Light
* This warning light indicates that little
washer À uid remains. Add washer À uid (page 6-31 ).

Door-Ajar/Liftgate-Ajar
Warning Indication/
Warning Light The light turns on if any door/liftgate is not
closed securely. Close the door/liftgate securely.


KEY Warning Light
*
Take the appropriate action and verify that the warning light turns off.

Signal Cause Action to be taken


(Red)
(Flashing) The key battery is dead. Replace the key battery (page 6-40 ).
The key is not within the operation range.
Bring the key into the operation range
(page 3-7 ). The key is placed in areas inside the
cabin where it is dif¿ cult for the key to be
detected.
A key from another manufacturer similar to
the key is in the operation range. Take the key from another manufacturer
similar to the key out of the operation
range.
Without the ignition switched off, the key is
taken out of the cabin, and then all the doors
are closed. Bring the key back into the cabin.

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7–50
If Trouble Arises
When Liftgate Cannot be Opened
When Liftgate Cannot be
Opened
If the vehicle battery is dead or there is a
malfunction in the electrical system and
the liftgate cannot be opened, perform
the following procedure as an emergency
measure to open it:

1. Remove the cover on the interior
surface of the liftgate with a À athead
screwdriver.


Cover
2. (With power liftgate)
Push the liftgate while pressing the
lever down.


Lever

(Without power liftgate)
Turn the lever to the right to unlock the
liftgate.


Lever

After performing this emergency
measure, have the vehicle inspected at
an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible.
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