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
(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)
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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Message Indicated in Multi-information Display
If there is a notification from the vehicle, a message is displayed in the multi-information
display. Check the information and take the necessary action.
(Display example)
If the warning light turns on/fla shes simultaneously or a symbol is indicated in the display,
check the information regarding the warning light or symbol. (page 4-42)
Display Content Action to be taken
Indicated when the push button start is
pressed while the selector lever is not in
the P position. Shift the selector lev
er to the P position.
Indicated when the push button start is
pressed without depressing the brake
pedal. Depress the brake pedal and press the
push button start.
Indicated when the push button start is
pressed without depressing the clutch
pedal.Depress the clutch pedal and press the
push button start.
Indicated while the steering wheel is
locked.
Release the steering lock.
Indicates when the Electric Parking
Brake (EPB) switch is operated without
depressing the brake pedal.Operate the Electric Parking Brake
(EPB) switch while depressing the brake
pedal.
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DisplayContent Action to be taken
Indicates when there is a problem with
the brake related system while the vehi-
cle is being held in a stop position by the
AUTOHOLD function or during the
Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop
& Go function (MRCC with Stop & Go
function) stop hold control. Depress the brake pedal.
Cancel the AUTOHOLD function or the
Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop
& Go function (M
RCC with Stop & Go
function), and have your vehicle inspect-
ed at an expert repairer, we recommend
an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
Indicates the possibility of the vehicle
not being held in the stopped position by
the AUTOHOLD function, such as on
steep slopes. Depress and hold your foot on the brake
pedal.
Indicates when the cancel operation is
done without depressing the brake pedal
while the vehicle is being held in the
stopped position by the AUTOHOLD
function or during the stop hold control
of the Mazda Radar Cruise Control with
Stop & Go function (MRCC with Stop
& Go function).Cancel the AUTOHOLD function or the
Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop
& Go function (M
RCC with Stop & Go
function) stop hold control while de-
pressing the brake pedal.
Indicated when the engine may be over-
heating and the engine output is restrict-
ed Drive slowly and make sure that the in-
dication turns off.
If the indication does not turn off, con-
sult an expert repairer, we recommend
an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
If Trouble Arises
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Message Indicated on Display
If a message is displayed in the centre display (Type B audio), take appropriate action (in a
calm manner) according to the displayed message.
(Display example)
▼ Stop Vehicle in Safe Place Immediately
If the following messag
es are displayed in the centre display (Type B audio), a vehicle
system may be malfunctioning. St op the vehicle in a safe place and contact an Authorised
Mazda Repairer.
Display Indicated Condition
Displays if the engine coolant temperature has increased excess ively.
Displays if the charging system has a malfunction.
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▼Verify Display Content
Displays in the following cases:
Display
Indicated Condition/Action to be taken
The following message is displayed when the temperature around the
centre display is high.
Lowering the temperature in the cabin or the temperature around the
centre display by avoiding di rect sunlight is recommended.
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
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