¾The engine is running.
¾The selector lever is in a position other than P or N.
¾If there is a problem with M Hybrid, a warning indication is displayed.
¾M Hybrid operation status is displayed on the system operation status display of
the fuel efficiency monitor.
Refer to the Information section in the Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.
▼Unique M Hybrid Handling
Unique sound and vibration occurring
with M Hybrid vehicles
M Hybrid vehicles have a unique
sound and vibration which differ from
normal vehicles. The following sound
or vibration may occur, however, this is
unique to M Hybrid and it does not
indicate a problem.
Type (sound/vibra-
tion)Occurrence status/loca-
tion
Operation sound of
deceleration regen-
erationA droning sound can be
heard from the engine
compartment during de-
celeration.
Relay operation
sound of M Hybrid
batteryA click-clack sound can
be heard from the vehi-
cle underfloor when the
engine is started and
stopped.
Operation sound of
brake systemSound can be heard from
the front of the vehicle
under the following con-
ditions:
xThe driver's door is
opened.
xThe ignition is switch-
ed ON.
xThe brake pedal is op-
erated.
xThe brake system op-
erates automatically.
xSeveral minutes have
passed since the en-
gine was stopped.
Type (sound/vibra-
tion)Occurrence status/loca-
tion
Vibration of brake
pedalVibration of the brake
pedal might be felt under
the following conditions.
xThe ignition is switch-
ed ON.
xThe brake pedal is op-
erated.
▼M Hybrid battery
M Hybrid is equipped with a special
battery.
WARNING
Heed the following cautions to
prevent burns and electrical shock:
¾Never remove and disassemble the
brackets and connectors securing the
terminal part, wiring harness, and
the M Hybrid battery.
¾Never touch the M Hybrid battery
because it becomes extremely hot
under direct sunlight or after driving.
¾Because the M Hybrid battery is
especially dangerous when wet,
never touch it.
NOTE
The M Hybrid battery has a certain
battery life. Battery life
differs
depending on how the vehicle is used
and the driving conditions.
When Driving
M Hybrid
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