Table of Contents
Pictorial Index
Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda.1
Essential Safety Equipment
Important information about safet y equipment, including seats, seat belt
system, child-restraint systems and SRS air bags.2
Before Driving
Use of various featur es, including keys, doors, mirrors and windows.3
When Driving
Information concerning s afe driving and stopping.4
Interior Features
Use of various features for ride comfort, including air-conditi oning and
audio system.5
Maintenance and Care
How to keep your Maz da in top condition.6
If Trouble Arises
Helpful information on what to do if a problem arises with the vehicle.7
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
Important consumer information including warranties and add-on
equipment.8
Specifications
Technical informati on about your Mazda.9
Index10
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Interior Equipment (View B)
ƒAudio control switches......................................... .................................................page 5-53
„ Instrument cluster.................................................................................................. page 4-12
… Dashboard illumination knob................................................................................ page 4-16
† Cruise control switches........................................ ................................... page 4-104, 4-141
‡ Hazard warning flasher switch.............................................................................. page 4-56
ˆ Seat warmer switches........................................... ................................................... page 2-6
‰ Heated steering wheel switch................................... ............................................. page 3-30
Š Push button start...................................................................................................... page 4-4
‹ Steering shift switches...........................................................................................page 4-36
Œ Lock release lever................................................................................................. page 3-30
Hood release handle............................................ .................................................. page 6-20
Ž Remote fuel-filler lid release................................. ................................................ page 3-28
Pictorial Index
Interior Overview
The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle1-3
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Interior Equipment (View C)
ƒSRS air bags.......................................................................................................... page 2-4 4
„ Active driving display........................................................................................... page 4-20
… Climate control system......................................... ...................................................page 5-2
† Rear window defogger switch.................................... ...........................................page 4-53
‡ Audio system.........................................................................................................page 5-16
ˆ Glove compartment............................................................................................ page 5-136
‰ Shift lever/Selector lever..................................... ........................................ page 4-29, 4-32
Š Commander switch................................................................................................page 5-32
‹ Parking brake............................................................................................... page 4-61, 4-61
Œ Drive selection switch......................................... .................................................. page 4-74
CD player.............................................................................................................. page 5- 47
Ž Fuse block (Left side)......................................... ...................................................page 6-57
Trunk release button.............................................................................................. page 3-21
Pictorial Index
Interior Overview
1-4The equipment and installatio n position varies by vehicle
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Ty p e C
Selector
Press the selector Press the selector
Press the selector
Odometer
Trip meter A
Trip meter B
NOTE
When the ignition is switched to ACC or
off, the odometer or trip meters cannot be
displayed, however, pressing the selector
can inadvertently switch the trip meters or
reset them during an approximate
ten-minute period in the following cases:
After the ignition is switched to off from
ON.
After the driver's door is opened.
Odometer
The odometer records the total distance
the vehicle has been driven.
Tr i p m e t e r
The trip meter can record the total distance
of two trips. One is r ecorded in trip meter
A, and the other is re corded in trip meter
B.
For instance, trip meter A can record the
distance from the point of origin, and trip
meter B can record the distance from
where the fuel tank is filled.
When trip meter A is s elected, pressing the
selector again within one second will
change to trip meter B mode.
When trip meter A is selected, TRIP A
will be displayed. Wh en trip meter B is
selected, TRIP B will be displayed.
The trip meter records the total distance
the vehicle is driven until the meter is
again reset. Return it to “0.0” by
depressing and holding the selector for one
second or more. Use this meter to measure
trip distances and to compute fuel
consumption.
NOTE
(Vehicles with type B audio)
If the fuel economy data is reset using
the fuel economy monitor, or trip A is
reset using the trip meter when the
function which synchronizes the fuel
economy monitor and the trip meter is
on, the fuel economy data and trip A are
reset simultaneously.
Refer to Fuel Economy Monitor on page
4-72.
Only the trip meters record tenths of
kilometers (miles).
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
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NOTE
Wearing polarized sunglasses will reduce the visibility of the active driving display due to
the characteristics of the display.
If the battery has been removed and re-installed or the battery voltage is low, the adjusted
position may deviate.
The display may be difficult to view or temporarily affected by weather conditions such as
rain, snow, light, and temperature.
If the audio system is removed, the active driving display cannot be operated.
The active driving display indicates the following information:
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) Ope ration Conditions and Warnings
Refer to Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) on page 4-84.
Distance Recognition Support System (DRSS) Warnings
Refer to Distance Recognition Support System (DRSS) on page 4-9 6.
Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR) traffic signs and Warnings
Refer to Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR) on page 4-90.
Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) Operation Conditions and Warn ings
Refer to Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) on page 4-102.
Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) & Lane Departure Warning System ( LDWS) Operation
Conditions and Warnings
Refer to Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) & Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) on
page 4-113.
Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) Warnings
Refer to Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) on page 4-124.
Smart Brake Support (SBS) Warnings
Refer to Smart Brake Support (SBS) on page 4-128.
Cruise Control Operation Conditions
Refer to Cruise Control on page 4-141.
Navigation Guidance (vehicles with navigation system)
Speed limit indicator (vehic les with navigation system)
Vehicle Speed
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
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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 following parts, therefore do not touch them.
Variable voltage alternator
DC-DC converter
Capacitor
If the capacitor is to be disposed of, al ways consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
For details, go to the following URL.
http://www.mazda.com/csr /environment/recycling
▼i-ELOOP Indicator Light/Control
Status Display
The driver is noti
fied of the i-ELOOP
power generating status and the vehicle
conditions by the i-ELOOP indicator light
and the control status display.
i-ELOOP Indicator Light
Illuminated (vehicle without type B
audio)
The light turns on during power
generation.
When Driving
i-ELOOP
4-70*Some models.
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Flashing
If the engine is started after the vehicle has
not been driven for a long period of time,
the i-ELOOP indicator light may flash.
Leave the engine idling and wait until the
indicator light turns off.
NOTE
The beep will sound if the vehicle is
driven while the i-ELOOP indicator
light is flashing. In addition, if you turn
the steering wheel while the light is
flashing, it will feel heavier than
normal, but this does not indicate an
abnormality. Stop the vehicle in a safe
location with the engine running and do
not attempt to turn the steering wheel.
The steering operation will return to
normal after the i-ELOOP indicator
light stops flashing.
(Vehicles with type B audio)
A notification is displayed in the center
display and the i-ELOOP indicator light
flashes at the same time.
Refer to Warning Message Indicated on
Display on page 7-36.
Control status display (vehicles with
type B audio)
The i-ELOOP power generating status is
displayed in the center display.
Refer to Control Sta tus Display on page
4-73.
When Driving
i-ELOOP
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Fuel Economy Monitor*
For vehicles with type B audio, the Control Status and Fuel Consumption are switched and
displayed by operating each icon in the display.
In addition, after completing a trip, the total energy efficiency to date is displayed in the
ending display when the ending display is turned on.
1. Select the
icon on the home screen to display the applications screen.
2. Select the “Fuel Economy Monitor”.
3. Operate the commander switch or touch the screen and display the menu.
4. Select the icon in the menu and perform the operation. Each i con operates as follows:
Indication on displayControl status
Hides the menu display.
Displays the application screen.
Switches the Fuel Economy Monitor in the order of
Control Status and Fuel Consumption.
Resets the fuel economy data.
Displays the following setting screen.
Ending display on/off switchingOn/off switching for function which synchronizes re-
set fuel economy data to trip meter (Trip A)
▼ Fuel Consumption Display
Information regarding the fuel economy is displayed.
Indication on display
Control status
Displays the fuel economy for the past 60 minutes.
Displays the fuel economy e very minute for the past 1
to 10 minutes.
Displays the fuel economy every 10 minutes for the
past 10 to 60 minutes.
Displays the average fuel economy over the past 5
resets and after the current reset.
Calculates the average fuel economy every minute
after vehicle travel begins, and displays it.
When Driving
Fuel Economy Monitor
4-72*Some models.
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