
Rear Window Wiper andWa s h e r
The ignition must be switched ON to use
the wiper.
▼Rear Window Wiper
Turn the wiper on by turning the rear
wiper/washer switch.
Switch Position
Wiper operation
No. Ty p e
A Ty p e
B
Stop
Intermittent
Normal
▼ Rear Window Washer
To spray washer fluid, turn the rear wiper/
washer switch to either of the
position.
After the switch is released, the washer
will stop.
If the washer does not work, inspect the
fluid level (pa ge 6-32). If the fluid level
is normal and the washer still does not
work, consult an expert repairer, we
recommend an Authorised Mazda
Repairer.
Headlight Washer*
The engine must be started and the
headlights must be turned on.
If you want to operate headlight washers,
double flick the wiper lever.
Washer
OFF
NOTE
•When the windscreen washer is
operated for the first time after turning
on the headlights, the headlight washers
operate automatically.
•If air enters the headlight washer fluid
pipe under conditions such as when the
vehicle is brand-new or after an empty
washer tank is replenished with washer
fluid, washer fluid will not spray even
when the wiper lever is operated. If this
occurs, perform the following
procedure:
1. Start the engine.
2. Turn on the headlights.
3. Double flick the wiper lever several
times until the washer fluid sprays.
When Driving
Switches and Controls
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Rear Window Defogger
The rear window defogger clears fog from
the rear window.
The ignition must be switched ON to use
the defogger.
Press the switch to turn on the rear
window defogger. The rear window
defogger operates for about 15 minutes
and then turns off automatically.
The indicator light illuminates when the
defogger is operating.
To turn off the rear window defogger
before the 15 minutes has elapsed, press
the switch again.
Manual Air-Conditioning
Indicator light
Fully Automatic Air-Conditioning
Indicator light
CAUTION
Do not use sharp instruments or window
cleaners with abrasives to clean the
inside of the rear window surface. They
may damage the defogger grid inside the
window.
NOTE
•This defogger is not designed for
melting snow. If there is an
accumulation of snow on the rear
window, remove it before using the
defogger.
•The rear window defogger setting can
be changed. After changing the setting,
the rear window defogger stops
automatically after 15 minutes have
elapsed and when the ambient
temperature is high. When the ambient
temperature is low, it continues to
operate until the switch is pressed
again.
Refer to Personalisation Features on
page 9-12.
▼ Mirror Defogger*
The mirror defoggers defrost the outside
mirrors.
The mirror defoggers operate in
conjunction with the rear window
defogger.
To turn on the mirror defoggers, switch the
ignition ON and press the rear window
defogger switch (page 4-76).
When Driving
Switches and Controls
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Manual Air-Conditioning
Indicator light
Fully Automatic Air-Conditioning
Indicator light
▼Windscreen Wiper De-icer
The thermal filaments at the following
positions heat up and facilitate the removal
of snow accumulated on the windscreen.
Left-Hand Drive Model
Right-Hand Drive Model
The windscreen wiper de-icer operates in
conjunction with the rear window
defogger.
To turn on the windscreen wiper de-icer,
switch the ignition ON and press the rear
window defogger switch (page 4-76).
Manual Air-Conditioning
Indicator light
Fully Automatic Air-Conditioning
Indicator light
When Driving
Switches and Controls
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Always apply the electric parking brake (EPB) when parking the vehicle:
Not applying the electric parking brake (EPB) when parking the vehicle is dangerous as the
vehicle may move unexpectedly and result in an accident. When parking the vehicle, shift the
selector lever to the P position (automatic tr ansaxle vehicle) and apply the electric parking
brake (EPB).
CAUTION
If you stop operating the accelerator pedal befo re the vehicle starts moving, the force holding
the vehicle in the stopped position may weaken. Firmly depress the brake pedal or depress the
accelerator pedal to accelerate the vehicle.
NOTE
•Under the following conditions, a problem with the AUTOHOLD is occurring. Have your
vehicle inspected at an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer as
soon as possible.
•The brake pedal operation demand warning light (red) in the instrument cluster flashes
and the warning sound is activated for about five seconds while the AUTOHOLD is
operating or when you press the AUTOHOLD switch.
•A message is indicated on the multi-information display and a warning sound is
activated for about five seconds while the AUTOHOLD is operating or when your press
the AUTOHOLD switch.
•If you switch the ignition OFF while the AU TOHOLD is operating, the electric parking
brake (EPB) is applied automatically to assist you with parking the vehicle.
•The AUTOHOLD is cancelled when the selector lever/shift lever is shifted to R while the
vehicle is on level ground, or facing up a hill or grade (as shown below).
Level ground
: Driving in reverse (selector lever/shift lever in R)
Vehicle tilts forward Vehicle tilts rearward
AUTOHOLD :
Operates AUTOHOLD :
Does not operate,
cancelled
AUTOHOLD :
Does not operate,
cancelled
When Driving
Brake
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i-ELOOP*
The i-ELOOP system suppresses engine load used for generating power and improves
driveability and fuel economy by generating electricity with th e kinetic energy that is
generated when the vehicle slows down by applying the brakes or during engine braking.
Stores large amounts of electricity instantly and efficiently u ses the electricity for electrical
devices and accessories.
Variable
Voltage
alternator
CapacitorDC-DC Converter
CAUTION
High-current electricity flows through the fo llowing parts, therefore do not touch them.
Variable voltage alternator
DC-DC converter
Capacitor
If the capacitor is to be disposed of, always consult an expert repairer, we recommend an
Authorised Mazda Repairer.
For details, go to the following URL.
http://www.mazda.com/csr/environment/recycling
▼ i-ELOOP Control Status Display
The driver is noti
fied of the i-ELOOP
power generating status and the vehicle
conditions by the con trol status display.
The i-ELOOP power generating status is
displayed in the centre display.
Refer to Control Status Display on page
4-97.
▼ i-ELOOP Charging Display
If the engine is started after the vehicle has
not been driven for a long period of time,
an “i-ELOOP charging” message may be
indicated in the display.
Leave the engine idling and wait until the
message disappears.
NOTE
If the vehicle is driven while the message
is displayed, a beep sound is heard.
When Driving
i-ELOOP
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Power Steering
•Power steering is only operable when
the engine is running. If the engine is off
or if the power steering system is
inoperable, you can still steer, but it
requires more physical effort.
If the steering feels stiffer than usual
during normal driving or the steering
vibrates, consult an expert repairer, we
recommend an Authorised Mazda
Repairer.
•The warning indication/warning light
notifies the driver of system
abnormalities and operation conditions.
In addition, the buzzer may also activate
depending on the system abnormality or
operation condition.
Refer to Warning Indication/Warning
Lights on page 4-42.
Refer to Power Steering Warning
Buzzer on page 7-66.
CAUTION
Never hold the steering wheel to the
extreme left or right for more than 5
seconds with the engine running. This
could damage the power steering system.
When Driving
Power Steering
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NOTE
•The BSM will operate when all of the following conditions are met:
•The ignition is switched ON.
•The BSM OFF indicator light in the instrument cluster is turned off.
•The vehicle speed is about 30 km/h (19 mph) or faster.
•The BSM will not operate under the following circumstances.
•The vehicle speed falls below about 25 km/h (15 mph) even though the BSM OFF switch
indicator light is turned off.
•The shift lever (manual transaxle)/selector lever (automatic transaxle) is shifted to
reverse (R) and the vehicle is reversing.
•The turning radius is small (making a sharp turn, turning at intersections).
•In the following cases, the BSM OFF indicator light turns on and operation of the system
is stopped. If the BSM OFF indicator light re mains illuminated, have the vehicle inspected
at an Authorised Mazda Repairer as soon as possible.
•Some problem with the system including the BSM warning indicator lights is detected.
•A large deviation in the installation position of a radar sensor (rear) on the vehicle has
occurred.
•There is a large accumulation of snow or ice on the rear bumper near a radar sensor
(rear). Remove any snow, ice or mud on the rear bumper.
•Driving on snow-covered roads for long periods.
•The temperature near the radar sensors (rear) becomes extremely hot due to driving for
long periods on slopes during the summer.
•The battery voltage has decreased.
•Under the following conditions, the radar sensors (rear) cannot detect target objects or it
may be difficult to detect them.
•A vehicle is in the detection area at the rear in an adjacent driving lane but it does not
approach. The BSM determines the condition based on radar detection data.
•A vehicle is travelling alongside your vehicle at nearly the same speed for an extended
period of time.
•Vehicles approaching in the opposite direction.
•A vehicle in an adjacent driving lane is attempting to pass your vehicle.
•A vehicle is in an adjacent lane on a road with extremely wide driving lanes. The
detection area of the radar sensors (rear) is set at the road width of expressways.
•In the following case, the flashing of the BS M warning indicator light, and the activation
of the warning sound and the warning screen indicator display may not occur or they may
be delayed.
•A vehicle makes a lane change from a driving lane two lanes over to an adjacent lane.
•Driving on steep slopes.
•Crossing the summit of a hill or mountain pass.
When Driving
i-ACTIVSENSE
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Distance Recognition Support System (DRSS)*
The DRSS measures the distance between your vehicle and a vehicle ahead using a radar
sensor (front) while the vehicle speed is about 30 km/h (19 mph) or faster, and if your
vehicle approaches a vehicle ahead more closely than what is ap propriate for maintaining
distance between the vehicles according to the vehicle speed, a notification in the active
driving display is indicated to advise you to keep a safe dista nce from the vehicle ahead.
WA R N I N G
Do not rely completely on the DRSS and always drive carefully:
The DRSS provides advice for safer driving and
notifies the driver of a recommended, safer
distance to maintain with a vehicle ahead. The ability to detect a vehicle ahead is limited
depending on the type of vehicle ahead, the weather conditions, and the traffic conditions.
Therefore, if the accelerator and brake pedals ar e not operated correctly it could lead to an
accident. Always verify the safety of the su rrounding area and depress the brake pedal or
accelerator pedal while keeping a safer distance from vehicles ahead or on-coming vehicles.
NOTE
•The DRSS operates when all of the following conditions are met:
•The ignition is switched ON.
•The DRSS is on.
•The selector lever is in a position other than reverse (R).
•The vehicle speed is 30 km/h or faster (19 mph or faster).
•The objects which activate the system are 4-wheeled vehicles.
•The DRSS may also operate in the presence of motorcycles and bicycles.
•The DRSS may not operate normally under the following conditions:
•The Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) has a malfunction.
•The vehicle ahead is travelling at an extremely slow speed.
•The system does not operate with the following objects:
•Vehicles approaching in the opposite direction.
•Stationary objects (stopped vehicles, obstructions)
▼Indication on Display
The DRSS operation status is indi
cated in the active driving display or multi-information
display. Regarding malfunctions, check the vehicle conditions o r have it inspected by an
expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer acco rding to the content of
the displayed message.
Refer to Warning/Indicator Lights on page 4-42.
When Driving
i-ACTIVSENSE
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