2019 MAZDA MODEL CX-3 Owners Manual (in English)

•If a device exceeds the maximum
electric current value of 1,000 mA, it
may not operate or recharge when
connected.
•Do not pull out the USB device while in
the USB mode (only pull it out while in
FM/AM radio mode).
•The device will not operate if the data is
password protected.
MP3/WMA/AAC/OGG files written under
specifications other than the indicated
specification may not play normally or
files/folder names may not display
correctly.
*1Type B
▼ Operating Tips for iPod
This unit supports playback of music files
recorded to an iPod.

∗ iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc.,
registered in the U.S. and other
countries.
The iPod may not be compatible
depending on the model or OS version. In
this case, an error message is displayed.
CAUTION
 Remove the iPod when it is not in use.
Because the iPod is not designed to
withstand excessive changes in
temperature inside the cabin, it could be
damaged or the battery may deteriorate
due to the excessive temperature or
humidity inside the cabin if it is left in the
vehicle.
 If data in the iPod is lost while it is
connected to the unit, Mazda cannot
guarantee recovery of any lost data.
 If the iPod battery is deteriorated, the
iPod may not recharge and playback
may not be possible when it is connected
to the unit.
 For details on using the iPod, refer to the
iPod instruction manual.
 When connecting the iPod to a USB port,
all commands are made from the audio
unit. iPod control is not possible.
NOTE
The audio unit cannot display images or
videos stored in an iPod.
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Sunvisors
When you need a sunvisor, lower it for use
in front or swing it to the side.
Sunvisor
▼Side Extension Sunvisors*
The visor extender extends the sunvisor's
range of sun shading.
To use, pull it out.
CAUTION
When moving the sunvisor, retract the visor
extender to its original position. Otherwise,
the visor extender could hit the rearview
mirror.
▼Va n i t y M i r r o r s
To use the vanity mirror, lower the
sunvisor.
Interior Lights
NOTE
Do not leave the lights on for long periods
while the engine is turned off. Otherwise,
the battery power could be depleted.
Overhead Lights
Switch Posi-
tion Overhead Lights
Light off
•Light is on when a
ny door is open•Light is on or off when the illumi-
nated entry system is on
Light on

Front
Rear
NOTE
The rear overhead light also turn on and
off when the front o verhead light switch is
operated.
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Map Lights
When the overhead light switch is in the
door or off position, press the lens to
illuminate the map lights, and then press
the lens again to turn them off.

NOTE
The map lights will not turn off even if the
lens is pressed in the following cases:
•The overhead light switch is in the ON
position.
•The overhead light switch is in the door
position with the door open.
•The illuminated entry system is on.
Luggage Compartment Lights

Switch Posi- tion Luggage Compartment Light
Light off
Light on when the liftgate is open
▼
Illuminated Entry System
The overhead lights turn on when any of
the following operations is done with the
overhead light switch in the DOOR
position.
•The driver's door is unlocked with the
ignition is switched OFF.
•The ignition is sw
itched OFF with all
doors closed.
NOTE
•The illumination tim e differs depending
on the operation.
•Battery saver
If an interior light is left on with the
ignition switched OFF, the light is
turned off automatically after about 30
minutes to prevent battery depletion.
•The operation of the illuminated entry
system can be changed.
Refer to Personalization Features on
page 9-9.
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Accessory Socket
Only use genuine Mazda accessories or
the equivalent requiring no greater than
120 W (DC 12 V, 10 A).
The ignition must be switched to ACC or
ON.

CAUTION
To prevent accessory socket damage or
electrical failure, pay attention to the
following:
 Do not use accessories that require
more than 120 W (DC 12 V, 10 A).
 Do not use accessories that are not
genuine Mazda accessories or the
equivalent.
 Close the cover when the accessory
socket is not in use to prevent foreign
objects and liquids from getting into
the accessory socket.
 Correctly insert the plug into the
accessory socket.
 Do not insert the cigarette lighter into
the accessory socket.
 Noise may occur on the audio playback
depending on the device connected to
the accessory socket.
Depending on the device connected to
the accessory socket, the vehicle's
electrical system may be
affected, which
could cause the warning light to
illuminate. Disconnect the connected
device and make sure that the problem is
resolved. If the problem is resolved,
disconnect the device from the socket
and switch the ignition off. If the problem
is not resolved, consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
NOTE
To prevent discharging of the battery, do
not use the socket for lo ng periods with the
engine off or idling.
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Cup Holder
WA R N I N G
Never use a cup holder to hold hot liquids
while the vehicle is moving:
Using a cup holder to hold hot liquids while
the vehicle is moving is dangerous. If the
contents spill, you could be scalded.
▼Front
There are two cup holders.
Front
Rear
How to use the cup holder
Front
Press the button on the divider. The flap
pops up to hold the drink cup in place
firmly.
Rear
Pull up the armrest and press the button on
the divider. The flap pops up to hold the
drink cup in place firmly.
Flaps
Buttons
NOTE
(Rear)
•If the divider was removed, return it to
its original position.
Refer to Center Console on page 5-132.
•The base plate lowers at the same time
the flap pops up. Use it to hold small
drink cups. When placing tall bottles
such as PET drink bottles, retract the
flap and the base plate.
To retract the front/rear flaps and rear
base plate
Front
To retract the flap, press down the flap.
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Rear
To retract the base plate, insert a finger
into the notch of the base plate and pull it
up.
▼Rear*
The rear cup holder is on the rear center
armrest.
To use the rear seat cup holders, pull open
the lids.
Lids
CAUTION

Be careful not to pinch your hand or
finger when closing the cover. Otherwise,
you could pinch and injure your fingers
or hand.
 When putting a PET bottle or a tall drink
cup in the cup holder, make sure it is held
securely. Depending on the height and
shape of the drink cup or bottle, it may
not remain held in the cup holder while
you are driving the vehicle.
 Do not close the lid or store the armrest
with small items left in the cup holder.
Otherwise, the items could be damaged.
NOTE
If it is difficult to remove a PET bottle
from the cup holder, press the flap with
your fingers to make it easier to pull out.
Flaps
Flaps
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Bottle Holder
Bottle holders are on the inside of the
doors.
Front
Bottle holder
Rear
Bottle holder
CAUTION
Do not use the bottle holders for containers
without caps. The contents may spill when
the door is opened or closed.
Storage Compartments
WA R N I N G
Keep storage boxes closed when driving:
Driving with the storage boxes open is
dangerous. To reduce the possibility of
injury in an accident or a sudden stop, keep
the storage boxes closed when driving.
Do not put articles in storage spaces with
no lid:
Putting articles in storage spaces with no
lid is dangerous as they could be thrown
around the cabin if the vehicle is suddenly
accelerated and cause injury depending on
how the article is stored.
CAUTION
Do not leave lighters or eyeglasses in the
storage boxes while parked under the sun.
A lighter could explode or the plastic
material in eyeglasses could deform and
crack from high temperature.
▼Overhead Console*
This console box is designed to store
eyeglasses or other accessories.
Push and release to open.
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▼Glove Compartment
To open the glove compartment, pull the
latch toward you.
To close the glove compartment, firmly
press in the center of the glove
compartment lid.
▼Center Console
The rear divider can be removed and
stored.
Removing the divider provides a console
box with a wider space.
1. Pull out the divider.
Divider
(rear)
2. Insert the divider into the armrest from
the top with the flap side of the divider
facing the underside of the armrest,
and press it in until a click sound is
heard.
NOTE
To use the divider, install it in the
reverse order of removal.
Flap side
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