SignalWarning
Automatic Trans-
axle Warning Indi- cation/Warning
Light
*
The indication/light illuminates when the transaxle has a problem.
CAUTION
If the automatic transaxle warning indication/light illuminates, the transaxle has an electri‐
cal problem. Continuing to drive your Mazda in this condition could cause damage to your
transaxle. Consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer as
soon as possible.
4WD Warning Indi-
cation*
“4WD system malfunction” is displayed
The indication is dis played under the following conditions. The system may have a mal-
function. Have the vehicle checked at an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised
Mazda Repairer.
•When there is a malfunction in the 4WD system.•When there is a large difference between the tyre size of the f ront and rear wheels.
“4WD system high-load” is displayed
The indication is dis played under the following conditions. Par k the vehicle in a safe
place and check that the warnin g indication light turns off, and then drive the vehicle.
Contact an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer if the indication
is continuously displayed.
•When the differential oil temp erature is excessively high.•When there is a large difference between the front and rear whe el rotation, such as when
trying to remove the vehicle from mud.
4WD Warning
Light*
When the light is turned on
The light turns on under the following conditions. The system may have a malfunction.
Have the vehicle checked at an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Re-
pairer.
•When there is a malfunction in the 4WD system.•When there is a large difference between the tyre size of the f ront and rear wheels.
When the light is flashing
Park the vehicle in a safe place. After a few moments, if the w arning light stops flashing,
you can resume driving. If the light does not stop flashing, co ntact an expert repairer, we
recommend an Authoris ed Mazda Repairer.
•When the differential oil temp erature is excessively high.•When there is a large difference between the front and rear whe el rotation, such as when
trying to remove the vehicle from mud.
(Turns on)
TCS/DSC Indicator
Light 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 expert repairer, we recommend an
Authorised Mazda Repairer.
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
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SignalWarning
Air Bag/Seat Belt
Pretensioner System Wa r n i n g L i g h t A system malfunction is indicated
if the warning light constantly flashes, constantly illu-
minates or does not illuminate at all when the ignition is swit ched ON. If any of these
occur, consult an expert repaire r, we recommend an Authorised M azda Repairer as soon
as possible. The system may not operate in an accident.WARNING
Never tamper with the air bag/pretensioner systems and always have an expert repairer,
we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer perform all servicing and repairs:
Self-servicing or tampering with the systems is dangerous. An air bag/pretensioner could
accidentally activate or become disa bled causing serious injury or death.
(Flashing)
Tyre Pressure Moni-
toring System Warn-
ing Light
*
If the tyre pressure monitoring system has a malfunction, the t yre pressure warning light
flashes. Have your vehicle check ed by an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised
Mazda Repairer as soon as possible.
WARNING
If the tyre pressure monitoring system warning light illuminates or flashes, or the tyre pres‐
sure warning beep sound is heard, decrease vehicle speed immediately and avoid sudden
manoeuvring and braking:
If the tyre pressure monitoring system warning light illuminates or flashes, or the tyre pres‐
sure warning beep sound is hear d, it is dangerous to drive the vehicle at high speeds, or
perform sudden manoeuvring or braking. Vehicl e 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 tyre and determine if you have enough air to proceed to a
place where air may be added and the system monitored agai n by an expert repairer, we
recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer or a tyre 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 situa‐
tion that could lead to tyre failure and a dangerous accident.
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
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SignalWarning
(Amber)
KEY Warning Indi-
cation
*
“Keyless System malfunction” is displayed
This message is displayed if the advanced keyless entry & push button start system has a
problem.
Contact an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
CAUTION
If the message is indicated, or the push button start indicator light (amber) flashes, the en‐
gine may not start. If the engine cannot be st arted, try starting it using the emergency oper‐
ation for starting the engine, an d have the vehicle inspected at an expert repairer, we rec‐
ommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer as soon as possible.
Refer to Emergency Operation for St arting the Engine on page 4-10.
“Set Power to OFF” is displayed
This message is displayed when the driver's door is opened with out switching the ignition
off.
“Key not found” is displayed
This message is displayed when a ny of the following operations is performed with the key
out of the operational range or placed in areas inside the cabi n where it is difficult for the
key to be detected.
•The push button start is pressed with the ignition switched off•The ignition is switched on•All doors are closed without switching the ignition off
(Red)
(Turns on)
KEY Warning
Light
*
If any malfunction o ccurs in the keyless entry system, it illum inates continuously.
CAUTION
If the key warning indicator light illuminates or the push button start indicator light (am‐
ber) flashes, the engine may not start. If the engine cannot be started, try starting it using
the emergency operation for starting the engine, and have the vehicle inspected at an ex‐
pert repairer, we recommend an Authoris ed Mazda Repairer as soon as possible.
Refer to Emergency Operation for Starting the Engine on page 4- 10.
Security Indicator
Light If the engine does not start with the correct key, and the secu
rity indicator light remains
illuminated or flashing, try the following:
Make sure the key is within the operational range for signal transmission. Switch the igni-
tion off, and then restart the engine. If the engine does not s tart after 3 or more tries, con-
tact an expert repairer, we reco mmend an Authorised Mazda Repai rer.
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
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SignalWarning
(Amber)
i-stop Warning
Light
*
When the light is turned on
A problem in the system may be i ndicated under the following conditions. Have your ve-
hicle inspected at an expert repairer, we recommend an Authoris ed 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 swi tch has been pressed
while the engine is running.
When the light is flashing
The light continues to flash if the system has a malfunction. H ave your vehicle inspected
at an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repaire r.
i-ELOOP Warning
Indication*
The Warning indication turns on if there is any malfunction in the i-ELOOP system. Con-
sult an expert repairer, we reco mmend an Authorised Mazda Repai rer.
(Amber)
High Beam Control System (HBC)
Wa r n i n g L i g h t
*
The light remains turned on if th ere is a problem with the system. Have your vehicle in-
spected at an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
NOTE
If the windscreen area in front of the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) is fogged or ob-
structed, the light turns on temporarily. If the light remains turned on, there may be a
problem with the system.
(Amber)
Adaptive LED
Headlights (ALH)
Wa r n i n g L i g h t
*
The light remains turned on if th ere is a problem with the system. Have your vehicle in-
spected at an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
NOTE
If the windscreen area in front of the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) is fogged or ob-
structed, the light turns on temporarily. If the light remains turned on, there may be a
problem with the system.
Blind Spot Monitor-
ing (BSM) Warning
Indication
*
This light illuminates if there i s a malfunction in the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM). Have
your vehicle inspected by an expe rt repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Re-
pairer.
NOTE
If the vehicle is driven on a road with less traffic and few vehicles that the radar sensors
can detect, the system may pause. However , it does not indicate a malfunction.
Blind Spot Monitor-
ing (BSM) OFF In-
dicator Light
*
A problem in the system may be i ndicated 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 operat-
ed.
•The light turns on while driving the vehicle.
NOTE
If the vehicle is driven on a road with less traffic and few vehicles that the radar sensors
can detect, the system may pause (The Bli nd Spot Monitoring (BSM) OFF indicator light
in the instrument cluster illuminates). However, it does not indicate a malfunction.
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
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SignalWarning
(Amber)
Driver Attention
Alert (DAA) Warn-
ing Indication
*
The message is displayed when the system has a malfunction. Have your vehicle inspect-
ed at an expert repairer, we r ecommend an Authorised Mazda Repa irer.
(Amber)
Mazda Radar Cruise
Control (MRCC)
Warning Indication
*
The message is displayed when the system has a malfunction. Have your vehicle inspect-
ed at an expert repairer, we r ecommend an Authorised Mazda Repa irer.
(Amber)
Mazda Radar Cruise
Control with Stop &
Go function (MRCC with Stop & Go
function) Warning
Indication
*
The message is displayed when the system has a malfunction. Have your vehicle inspect-
ed at an expert repairer, we r ecommend an Authorised Mazda Repa irer.
(Amber)
Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) & Lane Departure
Wa r n i n g S y s t e m
(LDWS) Warning
Indication
*
The message is displayed when the system has a malfunction. Have your vehicle inspect-
ed at an expert repairer, we r ecommend an Authorised Mazda Repa irer.
The system does not operate when the warning message is displayed.
CAUTION
Always use tyres for all wheels that are of the
specified size, and the same manufacture,
brand, and tread pattern. In addition, do not use tyres with significantly different wear
patterns on the same vehicle. If such improper tyres are used, the system may not oper‐
ate normally.
When an emergency spare tyre is used, the system may not operate normally.
LED Headlight
Wa r n i n g L i g h t This light illuminates if there i
s a malfunction in the LED hea dlight. Have your vehicle
inspected by an expert repairer , we recommend an Authorised Maz da Repairer.
▼Taking Action
Take the appropriate action and verify that the warning light t
urns off.
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
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SignalWarning Action to be taken
(Amber)
Smart Brake Support/
Smart City Brake Sup-
port (SBS/SCBS)
Warning Light
*
The light turns on if the windscreen or the
radar sensor are dirty, or there is a malfunc-
tion in the system. Verify the reason why the warning light is
illuminated on the centre display.
If the reason why the
warning light is illu-
minated is due to a dirty windscreen, clean
the windscreen.
If the warning light is illuminated because
of a dirty radar sensor, clean the front em-
blem.
For any other reasons, have the vehicle in-
spected at an expert repairer, we recom-
mend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
Low Fuel Warning In- dication/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 be-
cause fuel inside the fuel tank moves around
according to the driving conditions and the
vehicle posture.
Add fuel.
120km/h Warning
Light*
The 120 km/h warning light illuminates
when the vehicle speed exceeds 120 km/h. Lower the vehicle speed.
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
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SignalWarning Action to be taken
Low Washer Fluid
Level Warning Indica-
tion/Warning Light
*
This warning light indicates that little wash-
er fluid remains. Add washer fluid (page 6-32).
Door-Ajar/Lift-
gate-Ajar Warning In-
dication/Warning Light The light turns on if a
ny door/liftgate is not
closed securely. Close the door/liftgate securely.
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light (Turns on)*
Take the appropriate action and verify that the warning light t
urns off.
Wa r n i n g
When the warning light illuminate s, and the warning beep sound is heard when tyre pressure is too low in one
or more tyres.
WARNING
If the tyre pressure monitoring system warning light illuminates or flashes, or the tyre pressure warning beep
sound is heard, decrease vehicle speed immediately and avoid sudden manoeuvring and braking:
If the tyre pressure monitoring system warning light illuminates or flashes, or the tyre pressure warning beep
sound is heard, it is dangerous to drive the vehicle at high speeds, or perform sudden manoeuvring 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 tyre and determine if you have enough air to proceed to a place where air may be added and the system
monitored again by an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer or a tyre repair station.
Do not ignore the TPMS Warning Light:
Ignoring the TPMS warning light is da ngerous, 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 tyre failure and a
dangerous accident.
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
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•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
European models
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 (ST OP). 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 (ST OP). Under this
condition, the keyless entry system will
not operate, the vehicle cannot be locked,
and the battery voltage will be depleted.
▼ Key Removed from Vehicle Warning
Beep
Vehicles with advance
d keyless function
If the key is taken out of the vehicle while
the ignition is not switched OFF and all
the doors are closed, the beep which
sounds outside of the vehicle will be heard
6 times, the beep which sounds inside the
vehicle will be heard 6 times, and the
KEY warning light (red) in the instrument
cluster flashes continuously to notify the
driver that the ig nition has not been
switched OFF.
Vehicles without advanced keyless
function
If the key is tak en out of the vehicle while
the ignition is not switched OFF and all
the doors are closed, a beep will be heard
in the cabin 6 times and the KEY warning
light (red) in the instrument cluster turns
on continuously to notify the driver that
the ignition has not been switched OFF.
NOTE
Because the key utilizes low-intensity
radio waves, the Key Removed From
Vehicle Warning may activate if the key is
carried together with a metal object or it
is placed in a poor signal reception area.
▼ Request Switch Inoperable Warning
Beep (With the advanced keyless
function)
If the request switch
is pressed with the
door open or ajar, or the ignition is not
switched OFF with a key being carried, a
beep will be heard outside for about 2
seconds to notify the driver that the door
or liftgate cannot be locked.
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
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