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If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
Taking Action
Take the appropriate action and verify that the warning light turns off.
SignalWarningAction to be taken
Low Fuel Warning Light
The light turns on when the remaining fuel is about 9.0 L (2.3 US gal, 1.9 Imp gal).
NOTE
The light illumination timing may vary because fuel inside the fuel tank moves around according to the driving conditions and the vehicle posture.
Add fuel.
Check Fuel Cap Warning Light
If the check fuel cap warning light illuminates while driving, the fuel-filler cap may not be installed properly.
Stop the engine and reinstall the fuel-filler cap.Refer to Fuel-Filler Cap on page 3-26
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If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
SignalWarningAction to be taken
Seat Belt Warning Light
Except Mexico
The seat belt warning light turns on if the driver or passenger's seat is occupied and the seat belt is not fastened with the ignition switched ON.If the driver or passenger's seat belt is unfastened (only when the passenger's seat is occupied) and the vehicle is driven at a speed faster than about 20 km/h (12 mph), the warning light flashes. After a short time, the warning light stops flashing, but remains illuminated.
NOTE
The warning light flashes for about 6 seconds if the driver's seat belt is not fastened when the ignition is switched ON.To allow the passenger occupant classification sensor to function properly, do not place and sit on an additional seat cushion on the passenger's seat. The sensor may not function properly because the additional seat cushion could cause sensor interference.If a small child is seated on the passenger's seat, the warning light may not operate.
Mexico
The seat belt warning light turns on if the driver or passenger's seat is occupied and the seat belt is not fastened with the ignition switched ON.If the driver or passenger's seat belt is unfastened (only when the passenger's seat is occupied) and the vehicle is driven at a speed faster than about 20 km/h (12 mph), the warning light flashes. After a short time, the warning light stops flashing, but remains illuminated. If a seat belt remains unfastened, the warning light flashes again for a given period of time.
NOTE
Placing heavy items on the passenger's seat may cause the passenger's seat belt warning function to operate depending on the weight of the item.To allow the passenger seat weight sensor to function properly, do not place and sit on an additional seat cushion on the passenger's seat. The sensor may not function properly because the additional seat cushion could cause sensor interference.If a small child is seated on the passenger's seat, the warning light may not operate.
Fasten the seat belts.
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If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
*Some models.
SignalWarningAction to be taken
Door-Ajar Warning Light
The light turns on if any door is not closed securely.Close the door securely.
Low Washer Fluid Level Warning Light*
This warning light indicates that little washer fluid remains.Add washer fluid (page 6-31).
(Illuminate)Tire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light*
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.
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.
Inspect the tires and adjust to the specified inflation pressure (page 6-41).
NOTE
Perform tire pressure adjustment when the tires are cold. Tire pressure will vary according to the tire temperature, therefore let the vehicle stand for 1 hour or only drive it 1.6 km (1 mile) or less before adjusting the tire pressures. When pressure is adjusted on hot tires to the cold inflation pressure, the TPMS warning light/beep may turn on after the tires cool and pressure drops below specification.Also, an illuminated TPMS warning light, resulting from the tire air pressure dropping due to cold ambient temperature will remain illuminated even if the ambient temperature rises. In this case, it will also be necessary to adjust the tire air pressures. If the TPMS warning light illuminates due to a drop in tire air pressure, make sure to check and adjust the tire air pressures.Tires lose air naturally over time and the TPMS cannot tell if the tires are getting too soft over time or you have a flat. However, when you find one low tire in a set of four-that is an indication of trouble; you should have someone drive the vehicle slowly forward so you can inspect any low tire for cuts and any metal objects sticking through tread or sidewall. Put a few drops of water in the valve stem to see if it bubbles indicating a bad valve. Leaks need to be addressed by more than simply reinflating the tire as leaks are dangerous — take it to an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
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If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
KEY Warning Light
Take the appropriate action and verify that the warning light turns off.
SignalCauseAction to be taken
(Red)(Flashing)
The advanced key battery is dead.Replace the key battery (page 6-38).
The advanced key is not within the operation range.Bring the advanced key into the operation range (page 3-7).The advanced key is placed in areas inside the cabin where it is difficult for the key to be detected.
A key from another manufacturer similar to the advanced key is in the operation range.
Take the key from another manufacturer similar to the advanced key out of the operation range.
Without the ignition switched off, the advanced key is taken out of the cabin, and then all the doors are closed.
Bring the advanced key back into the cabin.
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If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
*Some models.
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
System Warning Beep*
Driving forward
The warning beep operates when the turn
signal lever is operated to the side where
the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning
light is illuminated.
NOTE
A personalized function is available to
change the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
warning beep sound volume.
Refer to Personalization Features on page
9-9.
Reversing
If a moving object such as a vehicle or
two-wheeled vehicle approaches on the
left or right from behind your vehicle, the
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning
sound is activated.
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Specifications
Specifications
Light Bulbs
Exterior light
Light bulbCategory
WattageUNECE*1 (SAE)
HeadlightsHigh beamLED*2— (—)
Low beamLED*2— (—)
Daytime running lightsLED typeLED*2— (—)
Bulb type21W21W (7440)
Parking lightsLED*2— (—)
Front side-maker lights5W5W (—)
Front turn signal lights28/8— (7444NA)
Side turn signal lights5*3WY5W (—)
High-mount brake lightLED*2— (—)
Rear turn signal lights21WY21W (7443NA)
Rear side-maker lights5W5W (—)
Brake lightsLED*2— (—)
TaillightsLED*2— (—)
Reverse lights21W21W (7440)
License plate lights5W5W (—)
*1 UNECE stands for United Nations Economic Commission for Europe.*2 LED is the abbreviation for Light Emitting Diode.*3 Bulb replacement is not possible because it is built into the unit. Replace the unit.
Interior light
Light bulbCategory
WattageUNECE*1
Overhead light10—
Trunk light5—
*1 UNECE stands for United Nations Economic Commission for Europe.
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Specifications
Personalization Features
ItemFeatureFactory SettingAvailable Settings
Settings Change Method
Auto headlight off*3 (page 4-35).Time until headlights turn off30 seconds
120 seconds/90 seconds/60 seconds/30 seconds/Off*4
A—
Auto-light control (page 4-35).Timing by which lights turn onMedium
High/Med. High/Medium/Med. Low/Low
A—
High Beam Control System (HBC) (page 4-66).Operational/non-operational*5OnOn/OffA—
Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS) (page 4-65).Operational/non-operational*5OnOn/OffA—
Lights-on reminder*6 (page 7-45).Warning beep volumeOffHigh/Low/OffA—
Coming home light system (page 4-38).Time until headlights turn off30 seconds
120 seconds/90 seconds/60 seconds/30 seconds/Off
A—
Leaving home light system (page 4-39).Operational/non-operationalOnOn/OffA—
Turn indicator (page 4-40).Beep volumeLowHigh/LowA—
Three-flash turn signal (page 4-40).Operational/non-operationalOnOn/OffA—
System
LanguageLanguage indicated in displayEnglishDepends on market*7A—
TemperatureTemperature unit indicated in display°F or °C°F/°CAF
DistanceDistance unit indicated in displaymi or kmmi/kmA—
Fuel Economy Monitor (page 4-59).
Ending displayOn/offOffOn/OffB—
Fuel economy resetting procedureLinkage/non-linkage with fuel economy reset and trip meter resetOffOn/OffB—
*1 Only the volume of the warning beep during Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) operation can be changed. The volume of the warning beep during Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) operation cannot be changed.*2 If the auto-wiper control is set to Off, the wiper lever position is set to intermittent operation.
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Index
Trouble
Battery runs out .............................7-23
Emergency starting ........................7-26
Emergency towing ........................7-30
Flat tire ............................................7-3
Overheating ...................................7-27
Parking in an emergency .................7-2
When fuel-filler lid cannot be
opened ...........................................7-29
When trunk lid cannot be opened ...7-49
Trunk Lid ............................................3-18
Inside trunk release lever ..............3-20
When trunk lid cannot be opened ...7-49
Turn Signals ........................................4-40
V
Vanity Mirrors ...................................5-131
Vehicle Information Labels ...................9-2
W
Warning Lights ....................................4-16
Warning Sound is Activated ................7-45
Air bag/seat belt pretensioner system
warning beep .................................7-45
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) System
warning beep .................................7-48
Ignition not switched off (STOP)
warning beep .................................7-46
Key left-in-trunk warning beep (With
the advanced keyless function) .....7-47
Key left-in-vehicle warning beep (With
the advanced keyless function) .....7-47
Key removed from vehicle warning
beep ...............................................7-46
Lane Departure Warning System
(LDWS) warning sound ................7-47
Lights-on reminder ........................7-45
Request switch inoperable warning
beep (With the advanced keyless
function) ........................................7-47
Seat belt warning beep ..................7-46
Tire inflation pressure warning
beep ...............................................7-47
Warranty ..............................................8-15
Weights..................................................9-6
Windblocker ......................................5-138
Windows
Power windows .............................3-31
Windshield Washer .............................4-44
Windshield Wipers ..............................4-42
Winter Driving ....................................3-45
Wiper
Replacing windshield wiper
blades.............................................6-33
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