To prevent false detection by the air bag sensor system, heed the following:
Do not use tires or wheels other th an those specified for your Mazda:
Use of any tire or wheel other than thos e specified for your Mazda (page 9-7) is
dangerous. Use of such wheels will prevent th e vehicle's accident detections system from
accurately detecting a collision or roll-over accident resulting in incorrect or unexpected air
bag deployment and the possibility of serious injuries.
Do not overload your vehicle:
Overloading your vehicle is dangerous as it could prevent the air bag crash sensor system
from accurately detecting a collision or roll-over accident resulting in incorrect or
unexpected air bag deployment and the possibili ty of serious injuries. The gross axle weight
rating (GAWR) and the gross vehicle weight rati ng (GVWR) for your vehicle are on the Motor
Vehicle Safety Standard Label on the driver's door frame. Do not exceed these ratings.
Do not modify a front door or leave any da mage unrepaired. Always have an Authorized
Mazda Dealer inspect a damaged front door:
Modifying a front door or leaving any damage unrepaired is dangerous. Each front door has a
side crash sensor as a component of the suppleme ntal restraint system. If holes are drilled in a
front door, a door speaker is left removed, or a damaged door is left unrepaired, the sensor
could be adversely affected causing it to not detect the pressure of an impact correctly during
a side collision. If a sensor does not detect a side impact correctly, the side and curtain air
bags and the front seat belt pretensioner may not operate normally which could result in
serious injury to occupants.
Do not modify the supplemental restraint system:
Modifying the components or wiring of the su pplemental restraint system is dangerous. You
could accidentally activate it or make it inoperable. Do not make any modifications to the
supplemental restraint system. This includes inst alling trim, badges, or anything else over the
air bag modules. It also includes installing extra electrical equipment on or near system
components or wiring. An Authorized Mazda Dealer can provide the special care needed in
the removal and installation of front seats. It is important to protect the air bag wiring and
connections to assure that the bags do not ac cidentally deploy, and that the front passenger
occupant classification system and the se ats retain an undamaged air bag connection.
Essential Safety Equipment
SRS Air Bags
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Winter Driving
Carry emergency gear, including tire
chains, window scraper, flares, a small
shovel, jumper cables, and a small bag of
sand or salt.
Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer to check
the following:
Have the proper ratio of antifreeze in the
radiator.
Refer to Engine Coolant on page 6-22.
Inspect the battery and its cables. Cold
reduces battery capacity.
Use an engine oil appropriate for the
lowest ambient temperatures that the
vehicle will be driven in (page 6-20).
Inspect the ignition system for damage
and loose connections.
Use washer fluid made with
antifreeze―but do not use engine
coolant antifreeze for washer fluid (page
6-24).
NOTE
Remove snow before driving. Snow left
on the windshield is dangerous as it
could obstruct vision.
Do not apply excessive force to a
window scraper when removing ice or
frozen snow on the mirror glass and
windshield.
Never use warm or hot water for
removing snow or ice from windows and
mirrors as it could result in the glass
cracking.
Drive slowly. Braking performance can
be adversely affected if snow or ice
adheres to the brake components. If this
situation occurs, drive the vehicle
slowly, releasing the accelerator pedal
and lightly applying the brakes several
times until the brake performance
returns to normal.
▼ Snow Tires
Use snow tires on all 4 wheels
Do not go faster than 120 km/h (75 mph)
while driving with snow
tires. Inflate snow
tires 30 kPa (0.3 kgf/cm
2, 4.3 psi) more
than recommended on the tire pressure
label (driver's door frame), but never more
than the maximum cold-tire pressure
shown on the tires.
Mexico
The vehicle is originally equipped with
summer tires designed for optimum
traction on wet and dry roads. If your
vehicle is to be used on snow and ice
covered roads, Mazda recommends that
you replace the tires originally equipped
on your vehicle with snow tires during the
winter months.
Except Mexico
The vehicle is originally equipped with all
season radials designed to be used all year
around. In some extreme climates you
may find it necessary to replace them with
snow tires during the winter months to
further improve traction on snow and ice
covered roads.
Before Driving
Driving Tips
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WARNING
Use only the same size and type tires (snow,
radial, or non-radial) on all 4 wheels:
Using tires different in size or type is
dangerous. Your vehi cle's handling could
be greatly affected and result in an
accident.
CAUTION
Check local regulations before using
studded tires.
NOTE
The tire pressure monitoring system may
not function correctly when using tires
with steel wire re inforcement in the
sidewalls (page 4-274).
▼ Tire Chains
Check local regulations before using tire
chains.
CAUTION
Chains may affect handling.
Do not go faster than 50 km/h (30 mph)
or the chain manufacturer's
recommended limit, whichever is lower.
Drive carefully and avoid bumps, holes,
and sharp turns.
Avoid locked-wheel braking.
Do not use chains on a temporary spare
tire; it may result in damage to the
vehicle and to the tire.
Do not use chains on roads that are free
of snow or ice. The tires and chains could
be damaged.
Chains may scratch or chip aluminum
wheels.
NOTE
The tire pressure monitoring system may
not function correctly when using tire
chains.
Install the chains on the front tires only.
Do not use chains on the rear tires.
Please consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
Installing the chains
1. Secure the chains on the front tires as tightly as possible.
Always follow the chain
manufacturer's instructions.
2. Retighten the chains after driving
1/2―1 km (1/4 ―1/2 mile).
Before Driving
Driving Tips
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WA R N I N G
Always make sure the trailer hitch is securely attached before departure:
An unsecured trailer hitch is dangerous as it causes greater trailer sway from crosswinds,
rough roads or other causes, resulting in loss of control and a serious accident.
Examine all trailer-hitch mounting bolts regularly and tighten any that are loose. If the hitch
is removed, seal any open mounting holes to prevent exhaust, dust, water, dirt and other
foreign elements from filtering in, possibly endangering personal safety and damaging your
vehicle.
Do not install a hitch that stiffens the bumper as it will reduce the bumper's performance.
Make sure there are no exhaust gas leaks into the passenger compartment if any mounting
bolts are connected to the body:
Modifying your vehicle exhaust system is dang erous. Exhaust gas entering the vehicle could
cause loss of consciousness or even death.
When mounting the trailer hitch, make no modifications to the vehicle exhaust system.
CAUTION
Make all hitch adjustments with actual loads. Do not load and unload vehicle while
adjusting hitch. This action wi ll change the vehicle height.
Do not use an axle-mounted hitch. This may damage the axle and related parts.
▼ Tires
When towing a trailer, make sure all tires
are inflated to the recommended cold-tire
pressure, as indicated on the tire pressure chart on the driver's door frame. Trailer tire size,
load rating, and inflation pr essures should conform to ti re manufacturer specifications.
WA R N I N G
Never use the temporary spare tire when towing:
Using the temporary spare tire on your vehicle wh en towing a trailer is dangerous as it could
result in tire failure, loss of control, and injury to vehicle occupants.
▼ Safety Chains
Safety chains must be used as a precautionary measure should the trailer become
unintentionally unhitched. They should cross un
der the trailer tongue and attach to the hitch.
Leave enough slack to allow full turns. Consult literature published by your trailer or hitch
manufacturer for more details.
Before Driving
To w i n g
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i-ACTIVSENSE............................. 4-117i-ACTIVSENSE
*...................... 4-117
Adaptive Front Lighting System
(AFS)
*...................................... 4-120
High Beam Control System
(HBC)
*......................................4-121
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
*.........
.................................................. 4-124
Traffic Sign Recognition System
(TSR)
*...................................... 4-129
Distance Recognition Support
System (DRSS)
*....................... 4-135
Driver Attention Alert (DAA)
*..........
.................................................. 4-139
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
*.....
.................................................. 4-141
Mazda Radar Cruise Control with
Stop & Go function (MRCC with
Stop & Go function)
*............... 4-145
Traffic Jam Assist (TJA)
*.........4-160
Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) &
Lane Departure Warning System
(LDWS)
*.................................. 4-176
Advanced Smart City Brake Support
(Advanced SCBS)
*...................4-190
Smart City Brake Support [Forward]
(SCBS F)
*.................................4-193
Smart City Brake Support [Reverse]
(SCBS R)
*................................ 4-196
Smart Brake Support (SBS)
*.... 4-200
360° View Monitor (Mazda Connect
(Type A))
*................................ 4-202
360° View Monitor (Mazda Connect
(Type B))
*.................................4-228
Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)
*......
.................................................. 4-256
Radar Sensor (Front)*.............. 4-261
Radar Sensors (Rear)
*.............. 4-264
Ultrasonic Sensor (Rear)
*.........4-266
Front Camera/Side Cameras/Rear
Camera
*.................................... 4-267
Cruise Control............................... 4-268 Cruise Control
*.........................4-268
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System.............................................4-273 Tire Pressure Monitoring
System...................................... 4-273
Rear View Monitor (Mazda Connect
(Type A))........................................ 4-277 Rear View Monitor (Mazda Connect
(Type A))
*................................ 4-277
Rear View Monitor (Mazda Connect
(Type B)).........................................4-285 Rear View Monitor (Mazda Connect
(Type B))
*.................................4-285
Parking Sensor System (Mazda
Connect (Type A))......................... 4-293 Parking Sensor System (Mazda
Connect (Type A))
*.................. 4-293
Parking Sensor System (Mazda
Connect (Type B))......................... 4-302 Parking Sensor System (Mazda
Connect (Type B))
*.................. 4-302
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SignalWarning Page
Electric Parking Brake (EPB) Warning Indication/Warning Light*17-25
Check Engine Light*17-25
Automatic Transaxle Warning Indication 7-25
*AWD Warning Indication 7-25
Air Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Light*17-25
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light*1
Flashing
7-25
Turns on 7-31
(Amber/White) KEY Warning Indication Amber
7-25
White 7-31
(Amber)
*High Beam Control System (HBC) Warning Indication/Warning Light*17-25
*Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) Warning Indication 7-25
(Amber)
*Driver Attention Alert
(DAA) Warning Indication 7-25
(Amber)
*Mazda Radar Cruise Control with
Stop & Go function (MRCC with Stop
& Go function) Warning Indication 7-25
*Traffic Jam Assist (TJA) Warning Indication
7-25
*Lane-keep Assist System (LAS)
& Lane Departure Warning System
(LDWS) Warning Indication 7-25
LED Headlight Warning Light*17-25
*Smart Brake Support/Smart City Brake Support (SBS/SCBS) Warning In
‐
dication 7-31
Low Fuel Warning Indication/Warning Light
7-31
Check Fuel Cap Warning Indication/Warning Light*17-31
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
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SignalWarning Page
Master Warning Indication/Warning Light 7-25
Electric Parking Brake (EPB) Warning Indication/Warning Light*17-25
Check Engine Light*17-25
Automatic Transaxle Warning Indication7-25
*AWD Warning Indication7-25
Air Bag/Front Seat Belt Preten
sioner System Warning Light*17-25
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light*1
Flashing
7-25
Turns on 7-31
(Amber/White) KEY Warning Indication Amber
7-25
White 7-31
(Amber)
*High Beam Control System (HBC) Warning Indication/Warning Light*17-25
*Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) Warning Indication 7-25
(Amber)
*Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (MRCC with Stop
& Go function) Warning Indication 7-25
*Traffic Jam Assist (TJA) Warning Indication
7-25
*Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) & Lane Departure Warning System
(LDWS) Warning Indication 7-25
LED Headlight Warning Light*17-25
*Smart Brake Support/Smart City Br
ake Support (SBS/SCBS) Warning In ‐
dication 7-31
Low Fuel Warnin
g Indication 7-31
Check Fuel Cap Warning Indication/Warning Light*17-31
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
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(Red)Brake Pedal Operation Demand Warning Light
*1
Flashing
4-99
Buzzer & Flash ‐
ing
7-25
Check Engine Light*17-25
Automatic Transaxle Warning Light*17-25
Air Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Light*17-25
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light*1
Flashing 7-25
Turns on 7-31
(Red) KEY Warning Light
*1
Turns on
7-25
Flashing 7-31
LED Headlight Warning Light*17-25
(Amber)
*Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) Warning Light*17-31
Low Fuel Warning Light 7-31
Check Fuel Cap Warning Light*17-31
Engine Oil Level Warning Light*17-31
Seat Belt Warning Light (Front seat) 7-31
(Red)Seat Belt Warning Light (Rear seat) 7-31
*Low Washer Fluid Level Warning Light
7-31
Door-Ajar Warning Light
7-31
*1 The light turns on when the ignition is switched on for an operation check, and turns off a few seconds later or
when the engine is started. If the light does not turn on or remains turned on, have the vehicle inspected at an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
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