2017 MAZDA MODEL CX-3 sensor

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Interior Features
Air-Conditioning System
*Some models.
Windscreen Defrosting and
Defogging
Set the mode selector dial to the
position and turn the fan control dial to the
desired speed.
In this position, the outside air position
is automatically selected, and when the
fan control dial is ON, the air conditioner
automatically turns on. The air conditioner
will directly dehumidify the air to the
front windscreen and side windows (page
5-6 ). AirÀ ow amount will be increased.
WARNING
Set the temperature control to the hot
or warm position when defogging (
position):
Using the
position with the
temperature control set to the cold
position is dangerous as it will cause
the outside of the windscreen to fog up.
Your vision will be hampered, which
could lead to a serious accident.
NOTE
Use the temperature control dial to
increase the air À ow temperature and
defog the windscreen more quickly.
Sunlight/Temperature Sensor
Sunlight sensor *
Do not place objects on the sunlight
sensor. Otherwise, the interior temperature
may not adjust correctly.

Sunlight sensor

Interior temperature sensor
Do not cover the interior temperature
sensor. Otherwise, the interior temperature
may not adjust correctly.

Interior temperature sensor

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Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
Wiper Blades
CAUTION
  Hot waxes applied by automatic car
washers have been known to affect
the wiper's ability to clean windows.
  To prevent damage to the wiper
blades, do not use petrol, paraf¿ n,
paint thinner, or other solvents on or
near them.
  When the wiper lever is in the
AUTO position and the ignition is
switched ON, the wipers may move
automatically in the following cases:
 


 If the windscreen above the rain
sensor is touched.
 


 If the windscreen above the rain
sensor is wiped with a cloth.
 


 If the windscreen is struck with a
hand or other object.
 


 If the rain sensor is struck with a
hand or other object from inside
the vehicle.
  Be careful not to pinch hands or
¿ ngers as it may cause injury, or
damage the wipers. When washing or
servicing the vehicle, make sure the
wiper lever is in the OFF position.
Contamination of either the windscreen or
the blades with foreign matter can reduce
wiper effectiveness. Common sources are
insects, tree sap, and hot wax treatments
used by some commercial car washes.

If the blades are not wiping properly,
clean the window and blades with a good
cleaner or mild detergent; then rinse
thoroughly with clean water. Repeat if
necessary.
Replacing Windscreen Wiper
Blades
When the wipers no longer clean well, the
blades are probably worn or cracked.
Replace them.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the wiper arms
and other components, do not try to
sweep the wiper arm by hand.
NOTE
When raising both windscreen wiper
arms, raise the driver's side wiper arm
¿ rst. When lowering the wiper arms,
slowly lower the wiper arm from the
passenger's side ¿ rst while supporting it
with your hand. Forcefully lowering the
wiper arms could damage the wiper arm
and blade, and may scratch or crack the
windscreen.
1. Raise the wiper arm.
2. Open the clip and slide the blade
assembly in the direction of the arrow.

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Maintenance and Care
Appearance Care
Prevention
It is necessary to wash and wax your
vehicle to preserve its ¿ nish according to
the instructions in this section. These steps
should be taken immediately after you ¿ nd
water marks on your vehicle's ¿ nish.
Paint Chipping
Occurrence
Paint chipping occurs when gravel thrown
in the air by another vehicle's tyres hits
your vehicle.
How to avoid paint chipping
Keeping a safe distance between you and
the vehicle ahead reduces the chances
of having your paint chipped by À ying
gravel.
NOTE
  The paint chipping zone varies
with the speed of the vehicle. For
example, when travelling at 90 km/h
(56 mph), the paint chipping zone is
50 m (164 ft).
  In low temperatures a vehicle's ¿ nish
hardens. This increases the chance of
paint chipping.
  Chipped paint can lead to rust
forming on your Mazda. Before this
happens, repair the damage by using
Mazda touch-up paint according
to the instructions in this section.
Failure to repair the affected area
could lead to serious rusting and
expensive repairs.

Follow all label and container directions
when using a chemical cleaner or polish.
Read all warnings and cautions.
Maintaining the Finish
W a s h i n g
CAUTION
  When the wiper lever is in the
position and the ignition is switched
ON, the wipers may move
automatically in the following cases:
 


 If the windscreen above the rain
sensor is touched or wiped with a
cloth.
 


 If the windscreen is struck with a
hand or other object from either
outside or inside the vehicle.
  Keep hands and scrapers clear of the
windscreen when the wiper lever is
in the
position and the ignition
is switched ON as ¿ ngers could be
pinched or the wipers and wiper
blades damaged when the wipers
activate automatically.
 If you are going to clean the
windscreen, be sure the wipers are
turned off completely (when it is
most likely that the engine is left
running) this is particularly important
when clearing ice and snow.
 
 Do not spray water in the engine
compartment. Otherwise, it could
result in engine-starting problems or
damage to electrical parts.
  When washing and waxing the
vehicle, be careful not to apply
excessive force to any single area
of the vehicle roof or the aerial.
Otherwise, you could dent the
vehicle or damage the aerial.

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If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
*Some models.
Signal Warning


Master Warning
Light
Vehicles with type B audio
 The light turns on when the system has a malfunction.
Operate the centre display and verify the content.
Refer to If a Warning Light Turns On or Flashes on page 7-49 .
Vehicles with type A audio
The light illuminates continuously if any one of the following occurs. Consult an expert
repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.

There is a malfunction in the battery management system.
There is a malfunction in the brake switch.
(SKYACTIV-D 1.5) There is a malfunction in the engine's hydraulic control.
There is a malfunction in the engine's timing chain.
There is a malfunction in the blow-by heater. There is a malfunction in the oil level sensor.


Check Engine Light If this light illuminates while driving, the vehicle may have a problem. It is important to
note the driving conditions when the light illuminated and consult an expert repairer, we
recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
The check engine light may illuminate in the following cases:
The engine's electrical system has a problem.
The emission control system has a problem.
(SKYACTIV-G 2.0) The fuel tank level being very low or approaching empty.
The fuel-¿ ller cap is missing or not tightened securely. If the check engine light remains on, or it À ashes continuously , do not drive at high speeds
and consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer as soon as
possible.


(Amber)
i-stop warning light
*
When the light is turned on
A problem in the system may be indicated under the following conditions. Have your
vehicle inspected at an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
The light does not turn on when the ignition is switched ON.
The light continues to remain on even though the i-stop OFF switch has been pressed
while the engine is running.
When the light is À ashing
The light continues to À ash if the system has a malfunction. Have your vehicle inspected at
an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.


(Amber)
i-ELOOP Warning
Light
* The light turns on if there is any malfunction in the i-ELOOP system. Consult an expert
repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.

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If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
*Some models.
Signal Warning


Blind Spot
Monitoring (BSM)
OFF Indicator
Light
* A problem in the system may be indicated under the following conditions.
Have your vehicle inspected at an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda
Repairer.
The light does not turn on when the ignition is switched ON.
The light remains on even when the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system can be
operated.

The light turns on while driving the vehicle.
NOTE
If the vehicle is driven on a road with less traf¿ c and few vehicles that the radar sensors
can detect, the system may pause (The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) OFF indicator
light in the instrument cluster illuminates). However, it does not indicate a malfunction.


(Amber)
Mazda Radar Cruise
Control (MRCC)
Warning Light
* The warning light turns on if there is a malfunction in the system while the Mazda Radar
Cruise Control (MRCC) system is on. Have your vehicle inspected at an expert repairer, we
recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.


LED Headlight
Warning Light
* This light illuminates if there is a malfunction in the LED headlight. Have your vehicle
inspected by an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.

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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.

Signal Warning Action 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.


Seat Belt Warning
Light (Front seat) The seat belt warning light turns on if the
driver or front passenger's seat is occupied
and the seat belt is not fastened with the
ignition switched ON.
If the driver or front passenger's seat belt is
unfastened (only when the front passenger
seat is occupied) and the vehicle is driven at
a speed faster than about 20 km/h (12 mph),
the warning light À ashes. After a short
time, the warning light stops À ashing, but
remains illuminated. If a seat belt remains
unfastened, the warning light À ashes again
for a given period of time.
NOTE
If the driver or front passenger's seat
belt is unfastened after the warning
light turns on, and the vehicle speed
exceeds 20 km/h (12 mph), the
warning light À ashes again.

Placing heavy items on the front
passenger's seat may cause the front
passenger's seat belt warning function
to operate depending on the weight of
the item.

To allow the front passenger's seat
weight sensor to function properly, do
not place and sit on an additional seat
cushion on the front 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 front
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.
Signal Warning Action to be taken


(Amber)
Smart Brake
Support/Smart
City Brake Support
(SBS/SCBS)
Warning Light
* The light turns on if the windscreen or
the radar sensor are dirty, or there is a
malfunction in the system.
Vehicles with type B audio
Verify the reason why the warning light
is illuminated on the centre display (page
7-49 ).
If the reason why the warning light is
illuminated is due to a dirty windscreen,
clean the windscreen.
If the warning light is illuminated because of
a dirty radar sensor, clean the front emblem.
For any other reasons, have the vehicle
inspected at an expert repairer, we
recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
Vehicles with type A audio
If the reason why the warning light is
illuminated is due to a dirty windscreen,
clean the windscreen. For any other reasons,
have the vehicle inspected at an expert
repairer, we recommend an Authorised
Mazda Repairer.


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

Signal Cause Action to be taken


(Red)
(Flashing) The advanced key battery is dead. Replace the key battery (page 6-37 ).
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 dif¿ cult 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.
NOTE
  Placing heavy items on the front
passenger seat may cause the front
passenger seat belt warning function
to operate depending on the weight
of the item.
  To allow the front passenger seat
weight sensor to function properly,
do not place and sit on an additional
seat cushion on the front passenger
seat. The sensor may not function
properly because the additional
seat cushion could cause sensor
interference.
  When a small child sits on the front
passenger seat, it is possible that the
warning beep will not operate.
Rear seat
*
The warning beep only sounds if a seat
belt is unfastened after being fastened.
Ignition Not Switched Off (STOP)
Warning Beep
E u r o p e a n m o d e l s
If the driver's door is opened with the
ignition switched to ACC, a beep will
be heard 6 times in the cabin to notify
the driver that the ignition has not been
switched OFF (STOP). Under this
condition, the keyless entry system will
not operate, the vehicle cannot be locked,
and the battery voltage will be depleted.
Except European models
If the driver's door is opened with the
ignition switched to ACC, a beep will
be heard continuously in the cabin to
notify the driver that the ignition has not
been switched OFF (STOP). Under this
condition, the keyless entry system will
not operate, the vehicle cannot be locked,
and the battery voltage will be depleted.