Page 162 of 609
4–20
When Driving
Start/Stop Engine
i-stop indicator light (green)
When the light is turned on
The light turns on while engine idling is stopped and turns off when the engine is
restarted.
(Except European model)
The light turns on when the engine idling stop conditions are met while the vehicle is
driven.
When the light is À ashing
(Manual transmission)
The light À ashes when the shift lever is shifted to a position other than the neutral while
engine idling is stopped to notify the driver that engine idling is stopped.
By depressing the clutch pedal, the engine restarts automatically and the light turns off.
(European model)
The light À ashes when the driver's door is opened while engine idling is stopped to
notify the driver that engine idling is stopped. It turns off when the driver's door is
closed.
If the engine is restarted due to low battery voltage while the engine idling is stopped,
the i-stop indicator light (green) in the instrument cluster À ashes for about 3 seconds.
However, when the engine is restarted automatically after operating the retractable
fastback switch, the i-stop indicator light (green) in the instrument cluster does not À ash.
(Except European model)
(Automatic transmission)
The light À ashes if the vehicle is stopped but the brake pedal is not depressed with
suf ¿ cient force. Depress the brake pedal a little more strongly because the pedal force
may be insuf ¿ cient.
/ : A ( . ' ' , A ' F K V K Q P K P F D
Page 164 of 609
4–22
When Driving
Start/Stop Engine
Vehicle Roll Prevention Function (Automatic transmission)
Vehicles with the i-stop function are equipped with a vehicle roll prevention function. This
function prevents the vehicle from rolling, such as when releasing the brake pedal while on
a slope under the following conditions:
While engine idling is stopped (prevents the vehicle from rolling back)
When the engine restarts after releasing the brake pedal (prevents the vehicle's sudden
movement due to vehicle creep), sudden movement of the vehicle is prevented by
controlling the brakes or the automatic transmission.
Release foot from brake pedal Vehicle brake force maintained
Engine restarted Acceleration
/ : A ( . ' ' , A ' F K V K Q P K P F D
Page 165 of 609
4–23
When Driving
Start/Stop Engine
WARNING
Do not rely completely on the vehicle roll prevention function.
The vehicle roll prevention function is a supplementary function which operates
for a maximum of four seconds after releasing the brake pedal and accelerating the
vehicle from an engine idling stop condition. Over reliance on the system may result
in an unexpected accident if the vehicle were to suddenly accelerate. Before starting
to drive the vehicle, always con ¿ rm the safety of the surroundings and operate the
selector lever, brake pedal, and accelerator pedal appropriately. Note that the vehicle
may move suddenly depending on the vehicle's load or if it is towing something.
Note that the vehicle may move suddenly after the vehicle roll prevention function is
released while the vehicle is under the following conditions:
The selector lever is in the N position.
If the selector lever is shifted to the N position and the brake pedal is released while
the i-stop function is operating, the brake force is gradually released. To accelerate
the vehicle, release the brake pedal after the engine restarts and shift the selector
lever to a position other than the N position.
NOTE
When the vehicle is stopped on a steep grade, the vehicle roll prevention function does
not operate because engine idling is not stopped.
The brake pedal response may change, sound may occur from the brakes, or the
brake pedal could vibrate from the operation of the vehicle roll prevention function.
However, this does not indicate a malfunction.
/ : A ( . ' ' , A ' F K V K Q P K P F D
Page 184 of 609
4–42
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
*Some models.
Warning/Indicator Lights
Instrument Cluster varies depending on model and speci ¿ cations.
Centre of Instrument panel
Warning/Indicator lights will appear in any of the highlighted areas Type A
(With Multi-information Display)Type B
(Without Multi-information Display) Instrument Cluster
Warning Indication/Warning Lights
These lights turn on or À ash to notify the user of the system operation status or a system
malfunction.
Signal Warning Lights Page
(Red) Brake System Warning Light
*1*2 7-31
Charging System Warning Indication/Warning Light *1 7-31
Engine Oil Warning Light *1 7-31
(Red) High Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Indication/Warning
Light*1 7-31
Power Steering Malfunction Indicator Light *1 7-31
* Master Warning Indication/Warning Light *1 7-34
/ : A ( . ' ' , A ' F K V K Q P K P F D
Page 185 of 609
4–43
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
*Some models.
Signal Warning Lights Page
(Amber) Electric Vacuum Pump Warning Light
*1 7-34
ABS Warning Light *1
Electronic Brake Force
Distribution System
Warning
7-31
ABS warning
7-34
Check Engine Light *1 7-34
(Amber)
* i-stop Warning Light *1 7-34
(Amber) * i-ELOOP Warning Indication/Warning Light *1 7-34
* Automatic Transmission Warning Indication/Warning Light *1 7-34
Air Bag/Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Light *1 7-34
* Active Bonnet Warning Light *1 7-34
* Tyre Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light *1
Flashing
7-34
Illuminate
7-41
* Flat Tyre Warning Light *1 7-34
(Red)
* KEY Warning Indication/Warning Light *1
Malfunction
7-34
Except malfunction
7-41
(Amber)
* KEY Warning Indication
7-34
* Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) Warning Indication/
Warning Light *1
Illuminated
7-34
Flashing
4-111
/ : A ( . ' ' , A ' F K V K Q P K P F D
Page 186 of 609
4–44
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
*Some models.
Signal Warning Lights Page
(Amber)
* High Beam Control System (HBC) Warning Indication/
Warning Light *1 7-34
* Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) Warning Indication 7-34
* Retractable Fastback Warning Indication 7-34
LED Headlight Warning Light *1 7-34
Seat Belt Warning Light 7-41
* Door-Ajar Warning Light 7-41
* Door-Ajar Warning Indication 7-41
* Boot lid-Ajar Warning Indication 7-41
* Low Fuel Warning Indication/Warning Light 7-41
* 120 km/h Warning Light *1 7-41
* Low Washer Fluid Level Warning Indication/Warning Light 7-41
*1 The light turns on when the ignition is switched on for an operation check, and turns off a few seconds later or
when the engine is started. If the light does not turn on or remains turned on, have the vehicle inspected at an
expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
*2 The light turns on continuously when the parking brake is applied.
/ : A ( . ' ' , A ' F K V K Q P K P F D
Page 190 of 609
4–48
When Driving
Transmission
Manual Transmission
Operation
Manual Transmission Shift Pattern
Neutral position
The shift pattern of the transmission is
conventional, as shown.
Depress the clutch pedal all the way down
while shifting; then release it slowly.
Your vehicle is equipped with a device to
prevent shifting to R (reverse) by mistake.
Push the shift lever downward and shift
to R.
WARNING
Do not use sudden engine braking
on slippery road surfaces or at high
speeds:
Shifting down while driving on wet,
snowy, or frozen roads, or while driving
at high speeds causes sudden engine
braking, which is dangerous. The
sudden change in tyre speed could
cause the tyres to skid. This could
lead to loss of vehicle control and an
accident.
Always leave the shift lever in 1 or
R position and set the parking brake
when leaving the vehicle unattended:
Otherwise the vehicle could move and
cause an accident.
CAUTION
Keep your foot off the clutch pedal
except when shifting gears. Also, do
not use the clutch to hold the vehicle
on an upgrade. Riding the clutch
will cause needless clutch wear and
damage.
Do not apply any excessive lateral
force to the shift lever when
changing from 5th to 4th gear. This
could lead to the accidental selection
of 2nd gear, which could result in
damage to the transmission.
Make sure the vehicle comes to a
complete stop before shifting to
R. Shifting to R while the vehicle
is still moving may damage the
transmission.
/ : A ( . ' ' , A ' F K V K Q P K P F D
Page 193 of 609
4–51
When Driving
Transmission
Automatic Transmission Controls
Lock-release button
Indicates the selector lever can be shifted freely into any position.
Indicates that you must hold in the lock-release button to shift. Indicates that you must depress the brake pedal and hold in the lock-release
button to shift (The ignition must be switched ON). Various Lockouts:
NOTE
The Sport AT has an option that is not included in the traditional automatic transmission
that gives the driver the option of selecting each gear instead of leaving it to the
transmission to shift gears. Even if you intend to use the automatic transmission functions
as a traditional automatic, you should also be aware that you can inadvertently shift
into manual shift mode and an inappropriate gear may be retained as the vehicle speed
increases. If you notice the engine speed going higher or hear the engine racing, con ¿ rm
you have not accidentally slipped into manual shift mode (page 4-55 ).
/ : A ( . ' ' , A ' F K V K Q P K P F D
