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5 –34 Interior Features
Audio System
Audio set [Type B (touchscreen)]NOTE
The explanation of functions described in this manual may differ from the actual
operation, and the shapes of screens and buttons and the letters and characters displayed
may also differ from the actual appearance.
Additionally, depending on future software updates, the content may successively change
without notice.
Audio Set (Type B) has three different human interfaces. 
Commander switch 
Touch panel 
Voice recognition with steering switch and microphone
Commander switch operation
NOTE
For safety reasons, some operations are disabled while the vehicle is being driven.
Volume dial operation
Volume dial
Press the volume dial to switch the audio MUTE on and off.
Turn the volume dial to adjust the volume. The volume increases by turning the dial
clockwise, and decreases by turning it counterclockwise.
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5 –46 Interior Features
Audio System
*Some models. Operating the Satellite Radio *
What is satellite radio?
With over 130 channels, SiriusXM
Satellite Radio brings you more of what
you love. Get channels and channels of
commercial-free music, plus sports, news,
talk, entertainment and more.
Commercial-free music from nearly
every genre — rock to pop, hip-hop to
country, jazz, classical and more. Plus
live performances and artist-dedicated
channels.
Live sports Play-by-Play & Expert Talk
— every NFL game, every NASCAR ®

race, 24/7 sports talk, college sports and
more.
Exclusive entertainment, comedy and
talk — The biggest names, compelling
talk, hilarious comedy.
World-class news plus local traffic and
weather.
Sign up for SiriusXM Satellite Radio
today!
NOTE 
To listen to SiriusXM, a prior
subscription (fee-based) is required. 
The channels which you can receive
depend on the package you subscribe
to. 
Satellite radio is broadcast as Sirius,
XM, and SiriusXM in the U.S.A.,
and Sirius and XM in Canada. In
this owner’s manual, only the name
SiriusXM is used. 
For traffic and weather channels, map
information is not displayed and only
audio broadcasts can be received. 
Call 877-447-0011
(U.S.A.)/877-209-0079 (Canada) to
activate. For more information, visit
www.siriusxm.com (U.S.A.)/www.
siriusxm.ca (Canada). Satellite radio
is only available in regions providing
satellite radio service (some areas of
the United States and Canada). Contact
Authorized Mazda Dealer for details.
How to Activate Satellite Radio
You must call SiriusXM to activate your
service. Activation is free and takes only a
few minutes.
New customers can receive a free
introductory subscription with a limited
term trial offer by calling 877-447-0011
(U.S.A.)/877-209-0079 (Canada) to
activate.
SiriusXM service uses an ID code to
identify your radio. This code is needed to
activate SiriusXM service, and report any
problems.
Please have the following information
ready: 
Radio ID (8-digit electronic serial No.)
Refer to Displaying the Radio ID (ESN) 
Valid credit card information (may not
be required at initial sign-up)
Be sure you are parked outside with a clear
view of open sky, you will be instructed
to turn on your radio (in SiriusXM mode
and tuned to channel 184 (Sirius)/1 (XM
and SiriusXM)). Activation typically takes
only 2—5 minutes.
Displaying the Radio ID (ESN)
When channel 0 is selected, the radio ID is
displayed. Use the PREVIOUS or NEXT
channel buttons to select channel 0.
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Audio System Selection from channel list
Receivable channels can be displayed on
the channel list screen. You can easily
select the channel you want to listen
from the list. Each category can be also
displayed.
1. Select the icon to display the
channel list.
2. Select a desired channel.
(Select from category list)
1. Select the icon to display the
channel list.
2. Select to display the category
list.
3. Select a desired category.
Parental lock
If a channel is locked, the channel is
muted.
To use the parental lock function, the PIN
code must be initialized first.
By using the session lock, the parental
lock can be enabled or disabled during the
current drive cycle (from when the ignition
is switched on to switched off). When
the session lock is on, the parental lock is
available. When the session lock is off, the
parental lock is temporarily cancelled.
When canceling the parental lock or
session lock, or when changing the PIN
code, PIN code input is required. PIN code reset
If the registered code has been forgotten,
reset the code to the default [0000] code.
1. Select the icon.
2. If the selected channel is locked, input
the PIN code to cancel the parental lock
temporarily.
3. Select .
4. Input the default code [0000] using the
number buttons.
5. Select .
6. Input the new PIN code using the
number buttons.
7. Select .
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Bluetooth ®
Microphone (hands-free)
The microphone is used for speaking voice commands or when making a Hands-free call.
Talk button, Pick-Up button and Hang-Up button (hands-free)
The basic functions of Bluetooth ®
Hands-Free can be used for such things as making calls or
hanging up using the talk, pick-up and hang-up buttons on the steering wheel.
Commander switch (Type B)
The commander switch is used for volume adjustment and display operation. Tilt or turn the
commander knob to move the cursor. Press the commander knob to select the icon.
Volume adjustment
The power/volume dial of the audio unit *1
or the volume dial of the commander switch *2

is used to adjust the volume. Turn the dial to the right to increase volume, to the left to
decrease it.
The volume can also be adjusted using the volume button on the steering wheel.
*1 Type A
*2 Type B
NOTE
If the volume is lower compared to other audio modes, increase the volume from the device
side.
(Type B)
Conversation volume and the volume of the voice guidance and ringtone can each be set in
advance.
1. Select the icon on the home screen to display the Communication screen.
2. Select .
3. Adjust the and the using the slider.
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6 –38 Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance Battery Maintenance
To get the best service from a battery: 
Keep it securely mounted. 
Keep the top clean and dry. 
Keep terminals and connections clean,
tight, and coated with petroleum jelly or
terminal grease. 
Rinse off spilled electrolyte immediately
with a solution of water and baking
soda. 
If the vehicle will not be used for an
extended time, disconnect the battery
cables and charge the battery every six
weeks.
Battery ReplacementContact an Authorized Mazda Dealer for a
battery replacement purchase. Key Battery Replacement If the buttons on the transmitter are
inoperable and the operation indicator
light does not flash, the battery may be
dead.
Replace with a new battery before the
transmitter becomes unusable.
CAUTION 
Make sure the battery is installed
correctly. Battery leakage could occur if it
is not installed correctly. 
When replacing the battery, be careful
not to touch any of the internal circuitry
and electrical terminals, bend the
electrical terminals, or get dirt in the
transmitter as the transmitter could be
damaged. 
There is the danger of explosion if the
battery is not correctly replaced. 
Dispose of used batteries according to
the following instructions. 
Insulate the plus and minus terminals
of the battery using cellophane or
equivalent tape. 
Never disassemble. 
Never throw the battery into fire or
water. 
Never deform or crush. 
Replace only with the same type battery
(CR2025 or equivalent).
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6 –39 Maintenance and Care
Owner MaintenanceThe following conditions indicate that the
battery power is low: 
The KEY indicator light (green) flashes
in the instrument cluster for about 30
seconds after the engine is turned off
(for vehicles with a type A instrument
cluster (page 4-26 ), messages are
displayed in the instrument cluster). 
The system does not operate and
the operation indicator light on the
transmitter does not flash when the
buttons are pressed. 
The system's operational range is
reduced.
Replacing the battery at an Authorized
Mazda Dealer is recommended to prevent
damage to the key. If replacing the battery
by yourself, follow the instruction.
Replacing the key battery
1. Press the knob and pull out the
auxiliary key. Knob 2. Twist a tape-wrapped flathead
screwdriver in the direction of the
arrow and open the cover slightly. C ove r
3. Insert the tape-wrapped flathead
screwdriver into the gap and slide it in
the direction of the arrow. C ove r
Gap
4. Twist the flathead screwdriver in the
direction of the arrow and remove the
cover. C ove r
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