2017 MAZDA MODEL CX-5 check engine light

Operating Tips
•Operate the air-conditioning system
with the engine running.
•To prevent the battery from being
discharged, do not leave the fan control
dial/switch on for a long period of time
with the ignition switched ON when the
engine is not running.
•(With i-stop)
The airflow amount may decrease
slightly while the i-stop function is
operating.
•Clear all obstructions such as leaves,
snow and ice from the bonnet and the air
inlet in the cowl grille to improve the
system efficiency.
•Use the air-conditioning system to defog
the windows and dehumidify the air.
•The recirculate mode should be used
when driving through tunnels or while
in a traffic jam, or when you would like
to shut off outside air for quick cooling
of the interior.
•Use the outside air position for
ventilation or windscreen defrosting.
•If the vehicle has been parked in direct
sunlight during hot weather, open the
windows to let warm air escape, then
run the air-conditioning system.
•Run the air cond itioner about 10
minutes at least once a month to keep
internal parts lubricated.
•Have the air conditioner checked before
the weather gets hot . Lack of refrigerant
may make the air conditioner less
efficient.
The refrigerant specifications are
indicated on a label attached to the
inside of the engine compartment. If the
wrong type of refrigerant is used, it
could result in a ser ious malfunction of
the air conditioner. Consult a
professional, government certified
repairer for the inspection or repair
because a special device is required for
the air conditi oner maintenance.
For details, consult an expert repairer,
we recommend an Authorised Mazda
Repairer.
Label
Interior Features
Air-Conditioning System
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*3 Flexible setting is factory preset for some countries in Europ e. Consult an Authorised Mazda Repairer for
details. Flexible setting can be s et if the vehicle is operated mainly where none of the following conditions
apply.
a) Purpose of vehicle use is poli ce car, taxi or driving school car.
b) Driving in dusty conditions
c) Extended periods of idling or low speed operation
Once the flexible maintenance is selected, the vehicle calculat es the remaining oil life based on engine
operating conditions and lets you know when an oil change is du e by illuminating the wrench indicator light in
the instrument cluster.
Reset the engine oil data wheneve r replacing the engine oil regardless of the message/wrench indicator light
display.
*4 If the vehicle is operated primarily under any of the followin g conditions, replace the engine oil and oil filter at
every 10,000 km (6,250 miles) or shorter.
a) Purpose of vehicle use is poli ce car, taxi or driving school car.
b) Driving in dusty conditions
c) Extended periods of idling or low speed operation
d) Driving for long period in cold temperatures or driving regul arly at short distance only
e) Driving in extremely hot conditions
f) Driving in mountainous conditions continually
*5 If the vehicle is operated primarily under any of the followin g conditions, replace the engine oil and oil filter at
every 5,000 km (3,125 miles) or 6 months.
a) Purpose of vehicle use is poli ce car, taxi or driving school car.
b) Driving in dusty conditions
c) Extended periods of idling or low speed operation
d) Driving for long period in cold temperatures or driving regul arly at short distance only
e) Driving in extremely hot conditions
f) Driving in mountainous conditions continually
*6 For SKYACTIV-D 2.2, r eset the engine oil data whenever replaci ng the engine oil regardless of the message/
wrench indicator light display.
*7 Implement the fuel injection amount correction.*8 Drain water in the fuel system if the indicator lights is ON.*9 Also inspect the air conditioner drive belts, if installed.
If the vehicle is operated primarily under any of the following conditions, inspect the drive belts at every
20,000 km (12,500 miles) or 12 months .
a) Driving in dusty conditions
b) Extended periods of idling or low speed operation
c) Driving for long period in col d temperatures or driving regularly at short distance only
d) Driving in extremely hot conditions
e) Driving in mountainous conditions continually
*10 Use of FL-22 is recommended wh en replacing engine coolant. Using engine coolant other than FL-22 may
cause serious damage to the engine and cooling system.
*11 Inspect the battery electrolyte level, specific gravity and o uter appearance. The sealed battery only requires an
outer appearance inspection.
*12 If the brakes are used extensi vely (for example, continuous hard driving or mountain driving) or if the vehicle
is operated in extreme ly humid climates, replace the brake flui d annually.
*13 If this component has been submerged in water, the oil should be replaced.*14 Tyre rotation is recommended every 10,000 km (6,250 miles).*15 Check the tyre repair fluid expiration date every year when performing the periodic maintenance. Replace the
tyre repair fluid bottle with new one before the expiration date.
Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
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*2 Flexible setting can be set if the vehicle is operated mainly where none of the following conditions apply.
a) Purpose of vehicle use is police car, taxi or driving school car.
b) Driving in dusty conditions
c) Extended periods of idli ng or low speed operation
The vehicle calculates the remaining oil life based on engine o perating conditions and lets you know when an
oil change is due by illuminating the wrench indicator light in the instrument cluster.
Replace the engine oil and filter when message/wrench indicator light is ON. And they must be changed at
least once a year or within 10,00 0 km since last engine oil and filter change.
The system must be reset whenever replacing the engine oil rega rdless of the message/wrench indicator light
display.
*3 If the vehicle is operated prim arily under any of the following conditions, replace the engine oil and oil filter at
every 5,000 km or 6 months.
a) Purpose of vehicle use is police car, taxi or driving school car.
b) Driving in dusty conditions
c) Extended periods of idli ng or low speed operation
d) Driving for long period in cold temperatures or driving regul arly at short distance only
e) Driving in extremely hot conditions
f) Driving in mountainous conditions continually
*4 For SKYACTIV-D 2.2, reset the e ngine oil data whenever replacing the engine oil regardless of the message/
wrench indicator light display.
*5 Implement the fuel injection amount correction.*6 If the vehicle is operated in v ery dusty or sandy areas, clean the air filter at every 5,000 km or 6 months.*7 Use of FL-22 is recommended when replacing engine coolant. Using engine coolant other than FL-22 may
cause serious damage to the engine and cooling system.
*8 Inspect the battery electrolyte level, specific gravity and outer appearance. The sealed battery only requires an
outer appearance inspection.
*9 If the brakes are used extensively (for example, continuous ha rd driving or mountain driving) or if the vehicle
is operated in extremely humid c limates, replace the brake fluid annually.
*10 If this component has been submerged in water, the oil should be replaced.*11 Tyre rotation is recommended every 10,000 km.*12 Check the tyre repair fluid e xpiration date every year when performing the periodic maintenance. Replace the
tyre repair fluid bottle with new one before the expiration date.

Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
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Overheating
If the temperature gauge indicates
overheating or the high engine coolant
temperature warning light turns on, the
vehicle loses power, or you hear a loud
knocking or pinging noise, the engine is
probably too hot.
WA R N I N G
Pull over to a safe location, then switch
the ignition off and make sure the fan is
not running before attempting to work
near the cooling fan:
Working near the cooling fan when it is
running is dangerous. The fan could
continue running indefinitely even if the
engine has stopped and the engine
compartment temperature is high. You
could be hit by the fan and seriously
injured.
Do not remove either cooling
system cap when the engine and radiator
are hot:
When the engine and radiator are hot,
scalding coolant and steam may shoot out
under pressure and cause serious injury.
Open the bonnet ONLY after steam is no
longer escaping from the engine:
Steam from an overheated engine is
dangerous. The escaping steam could
seriously burn you.
If the temperature gauge indicates
overheating or the high engine coolant
temperature warning light turns on:

1. Drive safely to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way.
2. Put a vehicle with an automatic transaxle in park (P), a manual
transaxle in neutral.
3. Apply the parking brake.
4. Turn off the air conditioner.
5. Check whether coolant or steam is escaping from the engine
compartment.

If steam is coming from the engine
compartment:
Do not go near the front of the vehicle.
Stop the engine.
Wait until the steam dissipates, then
open the bonnet and start the engine.

If neither coolant nor steam is
escaping:
Open the bonnet and idle the engine
until it cools.
CAUTION
If the cooling fan does not operate
while the engine is running, the engine
temperature will increase. Stop the
engine and call an expert repairer, we
recommend an Authorised Mazda
Repairer.
6. Make sure the cooling fan is operating, then turn off the engine after the
temperature has decreased.
If Trouble Arises
Overheating
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SignalWarning
Electronic Brake Force
Distribution System Wa r n i n g If the electronic brake force di
stribution control unit determines that some compo-
nents are operating incorrectly , the control unit may illuminate the brake system
warning light and the ABS warni ng light simultaneously. The problem is likely to be
the electronic brake force distribution system.
WARNING
Do not drive with both the ABS warning light and brake warning light illuminated.
Have the vehicle towed to an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Re‐
pairer to have the brakes inspected as soon as possible:
Driving when the brake system warning li ght and ABS warning light are illuminated
simultaneously is dangerous.
When both lights are illuminate d, the rear wheels could lock more quickly in an emer‐
gency stop than under normal circumstances.
Charging System Warn- ing Indication/Warning Light If the warning light illuminates while driving, it indicates a
malfunction of the alter-
nator or of the charging system.
Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way. Co nsult an expert repairer,
we recommend an Author ised Mazda Repairer.
CAUTION
Do not continue driving when the charging system warning light is illuminated be‐
cause the engine could stop unexpectedly.
Engine Oil Warning Light This warning light indicates low engine oil pressure.
CAUTION
Do not run the engine if the oil pressure is
low. Otherwise, it could result in extensive
engine damage.
If the light illuminates or the w arning indication is displayed while driving:
1. Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way o n level ground.
2. Turn off the engine and wait 5 minutes for the oil to drain b ack into the sump.
3. Inspect the engine oil level. (page 6-28) If it's low, add th e appropriate amount of
engine oil while being careful not to overfill.
CAUTION
Do not run the engine if the oil level is low. Otherwise, it could result in extensive
engine damage.
4. Start the engine and check the warning light.

If the light remains illuminated even though the oil level is normal or after adding oil,
stop the engine immediately and have your vehicle towed to an expert repairer, we
recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
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SignalWarning
Master Warning In-
dication/Warning
Light With Multi-information Display
Master
warning
light
Master warning
indication
(Master warning indication)
Displays when notification of the
system malfunctions is required.
Check the message indicated in th e display and consult an expert repairer, we recommend
an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
(Master warning light)
The master warning light displ ays when a warning message occurs.
This indicates a malfunction with the vehicle system. Check the message indicated in the
display and consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authori sed Mazda Repairer.
For details, refer to the explan ations for the warning/indicato r lights, in the warning/indi-
cator lights section, which match the symbol in the upper part of the display.
If a message is not indicated in the display, operate the INFO switch to display the “Warn-
ing” screen.
Refer to Message Indicated in Mu lti-information Display and INFO switch on page 4-31.
Without Multi-information Display
The light illuminates continuously if any one of t he 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 2.2)
•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.
Electric Parking
Brake (EPB) Warn- ing Light The warning light illuminates when the system has a malfunction. Have your vehicle in-
spected at an expert repairer, we recommend an Au
thorised Mazda Repairer.
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
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SignalWarning
(Red)
Brake Pedal Opera-
tion Demand Warn-
ing Light
*
When only flashing
Flashes if there is the possibilit y of the vehicle not being held in the stopped position by
the AUTOHOLD function, such as on steep slopes. Depress and hol d your foot on the
brake pedal.
When flashing and beep sound is activated at the same time
The warning light flashes and th e beep sound is activated for about five seconds if there is
a problem with the system. If th e warning light flashes and the warning sound is activat-
ed, immediately depress the brak e pedal and stop using the AUTO HOLD function then
contact an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Re pairer.
WARNING
Immediately depress the brake pedal if the warning light flashes and the beep sound is acti‐
vated while using the AUTOHOLD function:
Because the AUTOHOLD function is cancelled forcibly, the vehicle may move unexpectedly
and result in an accident.
Electric Parking
Brake (EPB) Indica-
tion/Indicator Light This warning has the following functions:
Parking brake warning/Indicator light inspection
The light illuminates when the el
ectric parking brake (EPB) is applied with the ignition
switched to START or ON. It turns off when the electric parking brake (EPB) is released.
When the light is turned on
If the light remains turned on e ven if the electric parking brake (EPB) switch is released,
an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
When the light is flashing
The light flashes if the electric parking brake (EPB) has a mal function. If the light re-
mains flashing even if the elect ric parking brake (EPB) switch is operated, consult an ex-
pert repairer, we recommend an Au thorised Mazda Repairer as soon as possible.
Check Engine LightIf this light illuminates while d
riving, 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.•The fuel tank level being very low or approaching empty.
If the check engine light remains on, or it flashes continuously , do not drive at high
speeds and consult an expert rep airer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer as
soon as possible.
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
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