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 w arning 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 b ack into the oil pan.
3. Inspect the engine oil level (p age 6-24). If it's low, add the 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 extremely high, and illumi‐
nates when the engine coolant temperature increases further.
Handling Procedure
Flashing light
Drive slowly to reduce engine load until you can find a safe pl ace 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 7-23.
CAUTION
Do not drive the vehicle with the high engine 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
Check Engine LightIf this light illuminates while dr
iving, the vehicle may have a problem. It is important to
note the driving conditions when the light illuminated and cons ult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
The check engine light may illumi nate in the following cases:
The engine's electrical system has a problem.The emission control system has a problem.The fuel tank level being very low or approaching empty.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 then reconnected, the engine could be damaged
and catch on fire.
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/ light 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.
AWD Warning Indi‐
cation*
“4WD system malfunction” is displayed
The indication is displayed under the following conditions. The system may have a mal‐
function. Have the vehicle checked at an Authorized Mazda Deale r.
When there is a malfunction in the AWD system.When there is a large difference between the tire size of the front and rear wheels.
“4WD system high-load” is displayed
The indication is displayed unde r the following conditions. Park the vehicle in a safe place
and check that the warning indi cation light turns off, and then drive the vehicle. Contact
an Authorized Mazda Dealer if th e indication is continuously displayed.
When the differential oil temp erature is excessively high.When there is a large difference between the front and rear whe el rotation, such as
when trying to remove the vehicle from mud.
(Turns on)
TCS/DSC Indicator Light If the light stays on, the TCS, DSC or the brake assist system may have a malfunction and
they may not operate correctly.
Take your vehicle to an Authori zed Mazda Dealer.
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
*
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 3-30.
Engine Oil Level Warning Light This warning light indicates that the engine
oil level is around the MIN mark (page
6-24).
Add 1 L (0.3 US gal, 0.2 Imp gal) of en‐
gine oil (page 6-23).
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
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Specifications
▼Engine
Item
Specification
Type DOHC-16V in-line, 4-cylinder
Bore × Stroke 89.0 × 100 mm (3.50 × 3.94 in)
Displacement 2,488.5 ml (2,488.5 cc)
Compression ratio 10.5
▼Electrical System
Item
Classification
Battery 12V-60Ah/20HR or 12V-65Ah/20HR
Spark-plug number Mazda Genuine spark plug
*1PY8V-18-110
*1 The spark plugs provide the SKY ACTIV-G its optimum performance. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer
for details.
CAUTION
When cleaning the iridium plugs, do not use a wire brush. The fine particulate coating on the
iridium alloy and platinum tips could be damaged.
▼ Lubricant Quality
Lubricant
Classification
Engine oil Refer to Recommended Oil on page 6-23.
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
4.8 L (5.1 US qt, 4.2 Imp qt)
Without oil filter replacement 4.6 L (4.9 US qt, 4.0 Imp qt)
Specifications
Specifications
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ItemCapacity
Coolant U.S.A. and Canada
9.9 L (10.5 US qt, 8.7 Imp qt)
Mexico 9.8 L (10.4 US qt, 8.6 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
72.0 L (19.0 US gal, 15.8 Imp gal)
AWD 74.0 L (19.5 US gal, 16.3 Imp gal)
Check oil and fluid levels with dipsticks or reservoir gauges.
▼Dimensions
U.S.A. and Canada
Item
Vehicle specification
Overall length 5,075 mm (199.8 in)
Overall width 1,969 mm (77.5 in)
Overall height 1,752 mm (69.0 in)
Front tread 1,659 mm (65.3 in)
Rear tread 1,656 mm (65.2 in)
Wheelbase 2,928 mm (115.3 in)
Mexico
ItemVehicle specification
Overall length 5,075 mm (199.8 in)
Overall width 1,969 mm (77.5 in)
Overall height 1,747 mm (68.8 in)
Front tread 1,659 mm (65.3 in)
Rear tread 1,656 mm (65.2 in)
Wheelbase 2,928 mm (115.3 in)
▼We i g h t s
U.S.A. and Canada
Item We i gh t
2WD AWD
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) 2,572 kg (5,670 lbs) 2,638 kg (5,816 lbs)
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) Front 1,225 kg (2,701 lbs) 1,241 kg (2,736 lbs)
Rear 1,386 kg (3,056 lbs) 1,433 kg (3,159 lbs)
Specifications
Specifications
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Index
EngineCoolant.........................................6-25
Engine compartment overview.... 6-22
Exhaust gas.................................. 3-28
Hood release............................ .... 6-20
Oil................................................ 6-23
Starting...........................................4-5
Essential Information.......................... 6-2
Event Data Recorder......................... 8-21
Exhaust Gas...................................... 3-28
Exterior Care..................................... 6-57 Aluminum wheel maintenance.... 6-61
Bright-metal maint enance........... 6-60
Maintaining the finish................. 6-58
Plastic part maintenance.............. 6-62
F
Flasher Hazard warning........................... 4-80
Headlights.................................... 4-68
Flat Tire............................................... 7-3 Mounting the spare tire............... 7-14
Removing a flat tire...................... 7-9
Floor Mat.......................................... 3-49
Fluid Brake............................................6-27
Washer......................................... 6-27
Fluids Classification................................. 9-4
Fog Lights......................................... 4-73
Foot Brake.........................................4-89
Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)..... 4-192
Front Seat............................................ 2-5
Fuel Filler lid and cap......................... 3-30
Requirements............................... 3-27
Tank capacity.................................9-4
Fuel Consumption Display............... 4-99
Fuel Economy Monitor..................... 4-99 Ending screen display............... 4-100
Fuel consumption display............4-99
Fuses.................................................. 6-50 Panel description......................... 6-53
Replacement................................ 6-50
G
Gauges............................................... 4-11
Glove Compartment........................ 5-101
H
Hazardous Driving............................ 3-48
Hazard Warning Flasher....................4-80
HeadlightsComing home light......................4-71
Control......................................... 4-68
Headlight flashing....................... 4-71
High-low beam............................ 4-71
Leaving home light..................... 4-71
Leveling....................................... 4-72
Head Restraint................................... 2-21
High Beam Control System
(HBC).............................................. 4-111 High Beam Control System (HBC)
indicator light (green)................ 4-112
Hill Launch Assist (HL A)................ 4-93
HomeLink Wireless Control System
(Type A)............................................ 4-81
HomeLink Wireless Control System
(Type B)............................................ 4-84
Hood Release............. ....................... 6-20
Horn...................................................4-80
I
If a Warning Light Turns On or
Flashes............................................... 7-28
If the Active Driving Display Does Not
Operate.............................................. 7-52
Ignition
Switch............................................ 4-4
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Ignition Not Switched Off (STOP)
Warning Beep.................................... 7-47
Illuminated Entry System................. 5-96
Immobilizer System.......................... 3-43
Inspecting Brake Fluid Level............ 6-27
Inspecting Coolant Level.................. 6-25
Inspecting Engine Oil Level............. 6-24
Inspecting Washer Fluid Level......... 6-27
Instrument Cluster...... ....................... 4-11
Instrument Cluster (Type A)........4-12
Instrument Cluster (Type B)........4-29
Instrument Cluster (Type C)........4-45
Instrument Cluster (Type A)............. 4-12
Average Fuel Economy............... 4-20
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
Display......................................... 4-20
Compass Display......................... 4-21
Cruise Control Set Vehicle Speed
Display......................................... 4-21
Current Fuel Econo my................ 4-20
Dashboard Illumina tion............... 4-18
Distance Recognition Support System
(DRSS) Display........................... 4-21
Distance-to-empty....................... 4-19
Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge........................................... 4-16
Fuel Gauge.................................. 4-17
Indication/Indicator Lights.......... 4-25
Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) &
Lane Departure Warning System
(LDWS) Display..........................4-21
Maintenance Monitor.................. 4-20
Mazda Radar Cruise Control with
Stop & Go function (MRCC with
Stop & Go function) D isplay.......4-21
Multi-information Display (Type
A)................................................. 4-13
Odometer..................................... 4-16
Outside Temperature Display...... 4-19
Speedometer................................ 4-12
Speed Unit Selector..................... 4-18Tachometer.................................. 4-12
Trip Meter....................................4-16
Warning Indication/Warning
Lights........................................... 4-23
Warning (Display Indication)...... 4-22
Instrument Cluster (Type B)............. 4-29 Average Fuel Economy............... 4-36
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
Display......................................... 4-36
Compass Display......................... 4-37
Cruise Control Set Vehicle Speed
Display......................................... 4-37
Current Fuel Econo my................ 4-36
Dashboard Illumina tion............... 4-34
Distance Recognition Support System
(DRSS) Display........................... 4-37
Distance-to-empty....................... 4-35
Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge........................................... 4-32
Fuel Gauge.................................. 4-33
Indication/Indicator Lights.......... 4-41
Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) &
Lane Departure Warning System
(LDWS) Display..........................4-36
Maintenance Monitor.................. 4-36
Mazda Radar Cruise Control with
Stop & Go function (MRCC with
Stop & Go function) D isplay.......4-37
Multi-information Display (Type
B)................................................. 4-30
Odometer..................................... 4-32
Outside Temperature Display...... 4-35
Speedometer................................ 4-29
Tachometer.................................. 4-29
Trip Meter....................................4-32
Warning Indication/Warning
Lights........................................... 4-39
Warning (Display Indication)...... 4-37
Instrument Cluster (Type C)............. 4-45 Cruise Control Set Vehicle Speed
Display......................................... 4-51
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R
Radar Sensors (Rear)...................... 4-200
Radar Sensor (Front).......................4-197
Rearview Mirror................................3-34
Rear Coat Hooks............................. 5-105
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA).... 4-130
Rear Door Child Safet y Locks.......... 3-19
Rear View Monitor......................... 4-212
Displayable range on the
screen......................................... 4-214
Picture quality adjustment......... 4-218
Rear view monitor operation..... 4-215
Rear view parking camera
location...................................... 4-213
Switching to the rear view monitor
display........................................4-213
Variance between actual road
conditions and displayed
Image......................................... 4-217
Viewing the display................... 4-215
Rear Window Defogger.................... 4-78
Rear Window Washer... .................... 4-78
Rear Window Wiper......................... 4-78
Recommended Oil.............................6-23
Recording of Vehicle Data................ 8-22
Recreational Towing......................... 3-63
Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign
Country.............................................. 8-18
Replacement
Fuse..............................................6-50
Key battery.................................. 6-36
Light bulbs...................................6-42
Tires............................................. 6-40
Wheel........................................... 6-41
Wiper........................................... 6-29
Request Switch Inoperable Warning
Beep (With the advanced keyless
function)............................................ 7-48
Rocking the Vehicle.......................... 3-49
S
Safety Defects, Reporting................. 8-14
Saving Fuel and Protection of the
Environment...................................... 3-47
Scheduled Maintenance...................... 6-4
Seat Driving position memory............ 2-11
Seats.................................................... 2-5
Front seat....................................... 2-5
Head restraint.............................. 2-21
Seat ventilation............................ 2-25
Seat warmer................................. 2-24
Second-row seat.......................... 2-15
Third-row seat............................. 2-20
Seat Belt System............................... 2-31 Automatic locking....................... 2-30
Emergency locking...................... 2-30
Extender....................................... 2-35
Pregnant women.......................... 2-30
Seat belt precautions................... 2-28
3-point type................................. 2-31
Seat Belt Warning Beep.................... 7-46
Second-Row Seat....... ....................... 2-15
Security System Immobilizer system..................... 3-43
Theft-deterrent system.................3-45
Shopping Bag Hook....... ................. 5-105
Smart Brake Support (S BS)............ 4-164
Collision warning.... .................. 4-165
Stopping the Smart Brake Support
(SBS) system operation............. 4-165
Smart City Brake Support
(SCBS)............................................ 4-161
Collision warning.... .................. 4-163
Stopping the Smart City Brake
Support (SCBS) System
Operation................................... 4-163
Spare Tire............................................ 7-6
Specifications...................................... 9-4
SRS Air Bags
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