2018 MAZDA MODEL CX-5 oil level

SignalWarning
Charging System Warn-
ing Indication/Warning Light If the warning light illuminates
while driving, it indicates a malfunction of the alter-
nator or of the charging system.
Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way. Co nsult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
CAUTION
Do not continue driving when the charging system warning light is illuminated be‐
cause the engine could stop unexpectedly.
Engine Oil Warning Light This warning light indicates
low engine oil pressure.
CAUTION
Do not run the engine if the oil pressure is low. Otherwise, it could result in extensive
engine damage.
If the light illuminates or the warning indication is displayed while driving:
1. Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way o n level ground.
2. Turn off the engine and wait 5 minutes for the oil to drain back into the oil pan.
3. Inspect the engine oil level (page 6-17). If it's low, add th e appropriate amount of
engine oil while being careful not to overfill.
CAUTION
Do not run the engine if the oil level is low. Otherwise, it could result in extensive
engine damage.
4. Start the engine and check the warning light.

If the light remains illuminated even though the oil level is normal or after adding oil,
stop the engine immediately and have your vehicle towed to an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
(Red)
High Engine Coolant
Temperature Warning
Indication/Warning
Light The light flashes when the engine coolant temperature is extrem
ely high, and illumi-
nates when the engine coolant temperature increases further.
Handling Procedure
Flashing light
Drive slowly to reduce engine l oad until you can find a safe place to stop the vehicle
and wait for the engine to cool down.
Illuminated light
This indicates the possibility of overheating. Park the vehicle in a safe place immedi-
ately and stop the engine.
Refer to Overheating on page 7-18.
CAUTION
Do not drive the vehicle with the high engi ne coolant temperature warning light illumi‐
nated. Otherwise, it could resu lt in damage to the engine.
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
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SignalWarning
(Red)
Brake Pedal Opera-
tion Demand Warn-
ing Light
*
When only flashing
Flashes if there is the possibility of the vehicle not being he ld in the stopped position by
the AUTOHOLD function, such as on steep slopes. Depress and hol d your foot on the
brake pedal.
When flashing and beep sound is activated at the same time
The warning light flashes and the beep sound is activated for a bout five seconds if there is
a problem with the system. If th e warning light flashes and the warning sound is activated,
immediately depress the brake pedal and stop using the AUTOHOLD function then con-
tact an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
WA R N I N G
Immediately depress the brake pedal if the warning light flashes and the beep sound is acti‐
vated while using the AUTOHOLD function:
Because the AUTOHOLD function is canceled forcibly, the vehicle may move unexpectedly
and result in an accident.
Check Engine Light If this light illuminates while d
riving, the vehicle may have a problem. It is important to
note the driving conditions whe n the light illuminated and consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
The check engine light may illuminate in the following cases:
•The fuel tank level being very low or approaching empty.•The engine's electrical system has a problem.•The emission control system has a problem.•The fuel-filler cap is missing or not tightened securely.
If the check engine light remains on, or it flashes continuously , do not drive at high
speeds and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
WA R N I N G
If the check engine light turns on, do not disconnect the battery cables.
If the battery cables are disconnected and th en reconnected, the engine could be damaged
and catch on fire.
Engine Oil Level
Warning Indication*
The message is displayed when the system has a malfunction. Have your vehicle inspect-
ed at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
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/lig ht illuminates, the transaxle has an electri‐
cal problem. Continuing to drive your Mazda in this condition could cause damage to your
transaxle. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
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▼Taking Action
Take the appropriate action and verify that the warning light t
urns off.
SignalWarning Action to be taken
(Amber)
Smart Brake Support/
Smart City Brake Sup- port (SBS/SCBS)
Warning Indication/
Wa r n i n g L i g h t
*
The light turns on if the windshield 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 center display.
If the reason why the warning light is illu-
minated is due to a dirty windshield, clean
the windshield.
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 Authorized Mazda Dealer.
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.
Check Fuel Cap Warn-
ing Indication/Warning
Light
*
If the check fuel cap warning light illumi-
nates while driving, the fuel-filler cap may
not be installed properly. Stop the engine and rein
stall the fuel-filler
cap.
Refer to Refueling on page 3-31.
Engine Oil Level
Wa r n i n g L i g h t*
This warning light indicates that the engine
oil level is around the MIN mark (page
6-17). Add 1 L (0.3 US gal, 0.2 Imp gal) of en-
gine oil (page 6-17).
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
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▼Lubricant Quality
Lubricant
Classification
Engine oil Refer to Recommended Oil on page 6-17.
Coolant FL-22 type
Automatic transaxle fluid Mazda Genuine ATF-FZ
Transfer case oil Mazda Long Life Hypoid Gear Oil SG1
Rear differential oil Mazda Long Life Hypoid Gear Oil SG1
Brake fluid SAE J1703 or FMVSS116 DOT-3
NOTE
Refer to Introduction on (page 6-2) for owner's responsibility in protecting your investment.
▼Capacities
(Approximate Quantities)
Item
Capacity
Engine oil With oil filter replacement
4.5 L (4.8 US qt, 4.0 Imp qt)
Without oil filter replacement 4.3 L (4.5 US qt, 3.8 Imp qt)
Coolant 7.4 L (7.8 US qt, 6.5 Imp qt)
Automatic transaxle fluid 8.0 L (8.5 US qt, 7.0 Imp qt)
Transfer case oil 0.45 L (0.48 US qt, 0.40 Imp qt)
Rear differential oil 0.35 L (0.37 US qt, 0.31 Imp qt)
Fuel tank 2WD
56.0 L (14.8 US gal, 12.3 Imp gal)
AWD 58.0 L (15.3 US gal, 12.8 Imp gal)
Check oil and fluid levels with dipsticks or reservoir gauges.
▼Dimensions
Item
Vehicle specification
Overall length 4,550 mm (179.1 in)
Overall width 1,840 mm (72.4 in)
Overall height 1,675 mm (65.9 in)
Front tread 1,596 mm (62.8 in)
Rear tread 1,596 mm (62.8 in)
Wheelbase 2,698 mm (106.2 in)
Specifications
Specifications
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Index
TCS/DSC indicator light............. 4-78
E
Electric parking brake (EPB)............ 4-65
Electric Parking Brake (EPB) Warning
Beep...................................................7-44
Emergency StartingPush-starting................................ 7-17
Starting a flooded engine............ 7-17
Emergency Towing Tiedown hooks......... ................... 7-21
Towing description...................... 7-20
Emission Control System..................3-29
Ending Screen Display......................4-80
Engine Coolant.........................................6-18
Engine compartment overview.... 6-16
Exhaust gas.................................. 3-30
Hood release............................ .... 6-14
Oil................................................ 6-17
Starting...........................................4-5
Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge................................................ 4-14
Essential Information.......................... 6-2
Event Data Recorder......................... 8-19
Excessive Speed Warning................. 7-46
Exhaust Gas...................................... 3-30
Exterior Care..................................... 6-48 Aluminum wheel maintenance.... 6-53
Bright-metal maint enance........... 6-52
Maintaining the finish................. 6-49
Plastic part maintenance.............. 6-53
F
Flasher
Hazard warning........................... 4-59
Headlights.................................... 4-46
Flat Tire............................................... 7-3
Mounting the spare tire............... 7-11
Removing a flat tire...................... 7-7
Floor Mat.......................................... 3-47
Fluid
Brake............................................6-20
Washer......................................... 6-20
Fluids Classification................................. 9-5
Fog Lights......................................... 4-51
Foot Brake.........................................4-64
Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)..... 4-147
Front Seat............................................ 2-5
Fuel
Filler lid and cap......................... 3-31
Gauge........................................... 4-15
Requirements............................... 3-28
Tank capacity.................................9-5
Fuel Consumption Display............... 4-80
Fuel Economy Monitor..................... 4-79
Ending screen display................. 4-80
Fuel consumption display............4-80
Fuses.................................................. 6-42 Panel description......................... 6-44
Replacement................................ 6-42
G
Gauges............................................... 4-11
Glove Compartment........................ 5-135
H
Hazardous Driving............................ 3-46
Hazard Warning Flasher....................4-59
HeadlightsComing home light......................4-49
Control......................................... 4-46
Headlight flashing....................... 4-49
High-low beam............................ 4-49
Leaving home light..................... 4-50
Leveling....................................... 4-50
Head Restraint................................... 2-16
High Beam Control System
(HBC)................................................ 4-90
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Index
High Beam Control System (HBC)
indicator light (green)..................4-91
Hill Launch Assist (HLA)................ 4-73
HomeLink Wireless Control
System............................................... 4-60
Hood Release.................................... 6-14
Horn...................................................4-59
I
If a Warning Light Turns On or
Flashes............................................... 7-23
If the Active Driving Display Does Not
Operate.............................................. 7-48
Ignition Switch............................................ 4-4
Ignition Not Switched Off (STOP)
Warning Beep.................................... 7-43
Illuminated Entry System............... 5-130
Immobilizer System.......................... 3-43
Indication/Indicator L ights................4-34
Indicator Lights Low engine coolant
temperature.................................. 4-36
Wrench......................................... 4-36
Inspecting Brake Fluid Level............ 6-20
Inspecting Coolant Leve l.................. 6-18
Inspecting Engine Oil Level............. 6-17
Inspecting Washer Fluid Level......... 6-20
Instrument Cluster...... ....................... 4-11
Interior Care...................................... 6-54 Active driving display
maintenance................................. 6-56
Cleaning the floor mats............... 6-57
Cleaning the window interiors.....6-57
Instrument panel top (Soft pad)
maintenance................................. 6-56
Leather upholstery
maintenance................................. 6-55
Panel maintenance....................... 6-56
Plastic part maintenance.............. 6-55
Seat belt maintenance..................6-54
Upholstery maintenan ce.............. 6-55
Vinyl upholstery maintenance..... 6-55
Interior Lights................................. 5-129
Luggage compartment light.......5-129
Map lights..................................5-129
Overhead lights..........................5-129
i-ACTIVSENSE................................ 4-86 Active safety tec hnology............. 4-86
Adaptive Front Lighting System
(AFS)........................................... 4-89
Advanced Smart City Brake Support
(Advanced SCBS)..................... 4-136
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM).....4-93
Camera and sensors..................... 4-87
Distance Recognition Support System
(DRSS).......................................4-105
Forward Sensing Camera
(FSC)......................................... 4-147
High Beam Control System
(HBC).......................................... 4-90
Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) &
Lane Departure Warning System
(LDWS)..................................... 4-125
Mazda Radar Cruise Control with
Stop & Go function (MRCC with
Stop & Go function).................. 4-112
Pre-crash safety technology.........4-87
Radar sensors (rear)...................4-155
Radar sensor (front)...................4-152
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
(RCTA)...................................... 4-108
Smart Brake Support (SBS)...... 4-144
Smart City Brake Support
(SCBS)....................................... 4-140
Traffic Sign Recognition System
(TSR)........................................... 4-99
i-ACTIV AWD Operation.................4-83
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