2018 MAZDA MODEL CX-9 maintenance

Interior Care
WA R N I N G
Do not spray water into the vehicle cabin:
Spraying water into the vehicle cabin is
dangerous as electrical devices such as the
audio and switches could get wet resulting
in a malfunction or vehicle fire.
NOTE
•Do not wipe the interior using alcohol,
chlorine bleach, or organic solvents
such as thinner, benzene, and gasoline.
Otherwise, it may cause discoloration or
stains.
•Rubbing hard with a stiff brush or cloth
may cause damage.
If the vehicle interio r becomes soiled by
any of the following, wipe it off
immediately using a soft cloth.
Leaving it uncleaned could cause
discoloration, stains, cracks, or peeling of
the coating, and it will make it hard to
wipe off later.
•Beverage or fragrance
•Grease or oil
•Soiling
▼ Seat Belt Maintenance
1. Clean the soiled area by lightly
dabbing it with a soft cloth soaked in a
mild detergent (approx. 5%) diluted
with water.
2. Wipe off the remaining detergent using
a cloth soaked in clean water and
wrung out well.
3. Before retracting se at belts which have
been pulled ou t for cleaning, dry them
off thoroughly and make sure there is
no remaining moisture on them.
WA R N I N G
If a seat belt appears frayed or has
abrasions, have it replaced by an
Authorized Mazda Dealer:
If a seat belts is used under such a
condition, it cannot function at its full
capacity which could result in serious injury
or death.
Use a mild detergent to remove soiling
from a seat belt:
If organic solvents are used for cleaning the
seat belts or they become stained or
bleached, there is the possibility of them
becoming weakened and as a result, they
may not function at their full capacity
which could cause serious injury or death.
NOTE
Clean seat belts diligently if they get dirty.
Leaving them uncleaned will make it
difficult to clean them later, and it may
affect the smooth retracting of the seat
belt.
▼ Vinyl Upholstery Maintenance
Remove dust and dirt from the vinyl
upholstery using a brush or vacuum.
Remove soiling from vinyl upholstery
using a leather and vinyl upholstery
cleaner.
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▼Upholstery Maintenance
1. Clean the soiled area by lightly
dabbing it with a soft cloth soaked in a
mild detergent (approx. 5%) diluted
with water.
2. Wipe off the remaining detergent using a cloth soaked in clean water and
wrung out well.
▼Leather Upholstery Maintenance*
1. Remove dust and sand using a vacuum
cleaner.
2. Wipe off the soiled area with a soft cloth and a suitable, special cleaner or
a soft cloth soaked in a mild detergent
(about 5%) diluted with water.
3. Wipe off the remaining detergent using a cloth soaked in clean water and
wrung out well.
4. Remove moisture with a dry, soft cloth and allow the leather to further dry in a
well-ventilated, shaded area. If the
leather gets wet such as from rain,
remove the moisture and dry it as soon
as possible.
NOTE
•Because genuine leather is a natural
material, its surface is not uniform and
it may have natural scars, scratches,
and wrinkles.
•To maintain the quality for as long as
possible, periodical maintenance, about
twice a year, is recommended.
•If the leather upholstery comes into
contact with any of the following, clean
it immediately.
Leaving it uncleaned could cause
premature wear, mold, or stains.
•Sand or dirt
•Grease or oil, such as hand cream
•Alcohol, such as in cosmetic or hair
dressing items
•If the leather upholstery gets wet,
promptly remove moisture with a dry
cloth. Remaining moisture on the
surface may cause deterioration such as
hardening and shrinkage.
•Exposure to direct sunlight for long
periods may cause deterioration and
shrinkage. When parking the car under
direct sunlight for long periods, shade
the interior using sunshades.
•Do not leave vinyl products on the
leather upholstery for long periods.
They may affect the leather quality and
coloring. If the cabin temperature
becomes hot, the vinyl may deteriorate
and adhere to the genuine leather.
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▼Plastic Part Maintenance
CAUTION
Do not use polishing agents.
Depending on the product ingredients,
they could cause discoloration, stains,
cracks or peeling of the coating.
▼Instrument Panel Top Maintenance
1. Wipe the soiled area with a soft cloth
soaked in a mild detergent (approx.
5%) diluted with water.
2. Wipe off the remaining detergent using
a cloth soaked in clean water and
wrung out well.
▼Panel Maintenance
If a panel becomes soiled, wipe it off with
a soft cloth soaked in clean water and
thoroughly wrung out.
If some areas require further cleaning, use
the following procedure:
1. Wipe the soiled area with a soft cloth
soaked in a mild detergent (approx.
5 %) diluted with water.
2. Wipe off the remaining detergent using a cloth soaked in clean water and
wrung out well.
NOTE
Be particularly careful when cleaning
shiny surface panels and metallic parts
such as plating as they can be scratched
easily.
▼Active Driving Display
Maintenance*
The dust-proof sheet has a coating. When
cleaning, do not use a hard or
rough-surface cloth, o
r cleaning detergent.
In addition, if a chemical solvent gets on
the active driving d isplay, wipe it off
immediately. The dust-proof sheet could
be damaged and the surface coating could
be scratched. Use a fine, soft cloth such as
those used for cleaning eyeglasses.
NOTE
Use of compressed air when cleaning the
dust-proof sheet is recommended.
▼ Cleaning the Window Interiors
If the windows become covered with an
oily, greasy, or waxy film, clean them with
glass cleaner. Follow
the directions on the
container.
CAUTION
 Do not scrape or scratch the inside of the
window glass. It could damage the
thermal filaments and the antenna lines.
 When washing the inside of the window
glass, use a soft cloth dampened in
lukewarm water, gently wiping the
thermal filaments and the antenna lines.
Use of glass cleaning products could
damage the thermal filaments and the
antenna lines.
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▼Cleaning the Floor Mats
Rubber floor mats should be cleaned with
mild soap and water only.
WA R N I N G
Do not use rubber cleaners, such as tire
cleaner or tire shine, when cleaning rubber
floor mats:
Cleaning the rubber
floor mats with rubber
cleaning products makes the floor mats
slippery.
This may cause an accident when
depressing the accelerator or brake pedal
or when getting in or out of the vehicle.
After removing the floor mats for
cleaning, always reinstall them securely
(page 3-50).
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To secure the jack
1. Insert the wing bolt into the jack withthe jack screw pointing back and turn
the wing bolt clockwise to temporarily
tighten it.
2. Tighten the jack screw clockwise.
Wing boltJack screw
3. Turn the wing bolt completely tosecure the jack.
NOTE
If the jack is not completely secured, it
could rattle while driving. Make sure
the jack screw is sufficiently tightened.
Maintenance
•Always keep the jack clean.
•Make sure the moving parts are kept
free from dirt or rust.
•Make sure the screw thread is
adequately lubricated.
▼ Spare Tire
Your Mazda has a temporary spare tire.
The temporary spare tire is lighter and
smaller than a conventional tire, and is
designed only for emergency use and
should be used only for VERY short
periods. Temporary spare tires should
NEVER be used fo
r long drives or
extended periods.
WA R N I N G
Do not install the temporary spare tire on
the front wheels (driving wheels):
Driving with the temporary spare tire on
one of the front driving wheels is
dangerous. Handling will be affected. You
could lose control of the vehicle, especially
on ice or snow bound roads, and have an
accident. Move a regular tire to the front
wheel and install the temporary spare tire
to the rear.
If Trouble Arises
Flat Tire
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8
Customer Information and Reporting
Safety Defects
Important consumer information including warranties and add-on
equipment.
Customer Assistance......................... 8-2 Customer Assistance
(U.S.A.)........................................ 8-2
Customer Assistance
(Canada)....................................... 8-8
Customer Assistance (Puerto
Rico)........................................... 8-11
Customer Assistance
(Mexico)..................................... 8-12
Mazda Importer/Distributors........ 8-14 Importer/Distributor................... 8-14
Reporting Safety Def ects................ 8-15
Reporting Safety Defects
(U.S.A.)...................................... 8-15
Reporting Safety Defects
(Canada)..................................... 8-16
Warranty.......................................... 8-17 Warranties for Your Mazda.........8-17
Outside the United States/
Canada........................................ 8-18
Registering Your Vehicle in A
Foreign Country (Except United
States and Canada)..................... 8-19
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and
Accessories................................. 8-20
Cell Phones....................................... 8-21
Cell Phones Warning.................. 8-21
Event Data Recorder. ......................8-22
Event Data Recorder (U.S.A. and
Canada)....................................... 8-22
Recording of Vehicle Data.............. 8-23 Recording of Vehicle Data..........8-23
Uniform Tire Quality Grading System
(UTQGS).......................................... 8-24 Uniform Tire Quality Grading
System (UTQGS)....................... 8-24
Tire Information (U.S.A.)............... 8-26 Tire Labeling.............................. 8-26
Location of the Tire Label
(Placard)..................................... 8-32
Tire Maintenance........................ 8-35
Vehicle Loading.......................... 8-38
Steps for Determining the Correct
Load Limit.................................. 8-44
Declaration of Confo rmity..............8-45
Declaration of Conformity......... 8-45
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Tire Maintenance
Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to w ear abnormally. Here are
some important maintenance points:
▼ Tire Inflation Pressure
Inspect all tire pressu
re monthly (including the spare) when th e tires are cold. Maintain
recommended pressures for the best ride, top handling, and mini mum tire wear. Use the
pressures specified on the vehicle tire information placard or tire label for optimum service.
▼Tire Rotation
To equalize tread wear, rotate the tires every 12,000 km (7,500
miles) at the latest or sooner
if irregular wear develops. Mazda recommends to rotate every 8, 000 km (5,000 miles) to
help increase tire life and d istribute wear more evenly.
Do not include (TEMPORARY USE ONLY)
spare tire in rotation.Forward
Inspect the tires for uneven wear and damage. Abnormal wear is
usually caused by one or a
combination of the following:
•Incorrect tire pressure
•Improper wheel alignment
•Out-of-balance wheel
•Severe braking
After rotation, inflate all tire pressures to specification (pa ge 9-9) and inspect the lug nuts
for tightness.
CAUTION
Rotate unidirectional tires and radial tires that have an asymmetrical tread pattern or studs
only from front to rear, not from side to side . Tire performance will be weakened if rotated
from side to side.

Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
Tire Information (U.S.A.)
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Index
A
Accessory Socket.............................. 5-95
Active Driving Display..................... 4-28
Adaptive Front Lighting System
(AFS)................................................. 4-87
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and
Accessories........................................ 8-20
Advanced Key
Advanced keyless entry system... 3-10
Operational range........................ 3-11
Advanced Key Removed from Vehicle
Warning Beep.................................... 7-49
Advanced Smart City Brake Support
(Advanced SCBS)........................... 4-134
Collision warning.... .................. 4-136
Smart City Brake Support (SCBS)
Indicator Light (Red).................4-136
Stopping the Advanced Smart City
Brake Support (Advanced SCBS)
system operation........................ 4-137
Air Bag Systems............................... 2-57
Air Bag/Seat Belt Pr etensioner System
Warning Beep.................................... 7-47
Ambient Temperature Display.......... 4-17
Antilock Brake System (ABS).......... 4-72
Armrest Box.................................... 5-100
Audio Control Switch Adjusting the Volume.................. 5-17
Seek Switch................................. 5-17
Audio Set Applications................................. 5-78
AUX.............................................5-37
Bluetooth®.................................. 5-43
Radio............................................5-29
Satellite Radio........ ..................... 5-33
Settings........................................ 5-76
Troubleshooting.......... ................. 5-79
USB............................................. 5-38
Voice Recognition.... ................... 5-72
Volume/Display/Sound
Controls....................................... 5-26
Audio System Antenna........................................5-20
Appendix..................................... 5-84
Audio Control Switch................. 5-17
Audio Set..................................... 5-21
AUX/USB mode..........................5-18
Before Using the Audio
System......................................... 5-17
Automatic Transaxle......................... 4-40 Active Adaptive Shift (AAS)...... 4-43
Automatic transaxle controls....... 4-40
Driving tips..................................4-48
Manual shift mode.......................4-43
Shift-lock system......................... 4-41
Transaxle ranges.......................... 4-41
B
Battery............................................... 6-36Maintenance.................................6-38
Replacement................................ 6-38
Specifications.................................9-4
Battery Runs Out.............................. 7-21 Jump-starting............................... 7-21
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM).......... 4-91 Canceling operation of Blind Spot
Monitoring (BSM).......................4-96
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) Warning
Beep...................................................7-50
Bluetooth® Bluetooth® Audio....................... 5-49
Bluetooth® Hands-Free...............5-62
Bluetooth® Preparation............... 5-46
Body Lubrication.............................. 6-30
Bottle Holder..................................... 5-99
Brakes Brake assist.................................. 4-69
Electric parking brake (EPB)...... 4-67
Foot brake....................................4-66
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