2023 MAZDA CX3 Transmission

NOTE
The keys carry a unique electronic
code. For this reason, and to assure
your safety, obtaining a replacement
key requires security validation, this
will add some delays in supplying a
replacement key. They are only
available through an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
Always keep a spare key in case one
is lost. If a key is lost, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible.
If you lose a key, an Authorized
Mazda Dealer will reset the
electronic codes of your remaining
keys and immobilizer system. Bring
all the remaining keys to an
Authorized Mazda Dealer to reset.
Starting the vehicle with a key that
has not been reset is not possible.
▼Operation
NOTE
The engine may not start and security
indicator light may illuminate or flash
if the key is placed in an area where
it is difficult for the system to detect
the signal, such as on the dashboard
or in the glove compartment. Move
the key to a location within the signal
range, switch the ignition
off, and
then restart the engine.
Signals from a TV or radio station, or
from a transceiver or mobile
telephone could interfere with your
immobilizer system. If you are using
the proper key and the engine fails to
start, check the security indicator
light.
Arming
The system is armed when the ignition
is switched from ON to off.
The security indicator light in the
instrument cluster flashes every 2
seconds until the system is disarmed.

Disarming
The system is disarmed when the
ignition is switched ON with the
correct programmed key. The security
indicator light illu minates for about 3
seconds and then turns off.
If the engine does not start with the
correct key, and the security indicator
light remains illuminated or flashing,
try the following:
Make sure the key is within the
operational range for signal
transmission. Switch the ignition off,
and then restart the engine. If the
engine does not start after 3 or more
tries, contact an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
Before Driving
Security System
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Rocking the Vehicle
▼Rocking the Vehicle
WARNING
Do not spin the wheels at more than
56 km/h (35 mph), and do not allow
anyone to stand behind a wheel when
pushing the vehicle:
When the vehicle is stuck, spinning the
wheels at high speed is dangerous. The
spinning tire could overheat and
explode. This could cause serious
injuries.
CAUTION
Too much rocking may cause
transmission failure, and tire damage.
If you must rock the vehicle to free it
from snow, sand or mud, depress the
accelerator slightly and slowly move
the selector lever from D to R position.
Winter Driving
▼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
6-18.
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
6-16).
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 6-20).
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.
Before Driving
Driving Tips
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Tra i l e r Tow i n g
▼Tra i l e r To w i n g
Your Mazda is not designed for towing.
Never tow a trailer with your Mazda.
Recreational Towing
▼ Recreational Towing
An example of "recreational towing" is
towing your vehicle behind a
motorhome.
The transmission is not designed for
towing this vehicle on all 4 wheels.
When doing recreational towing refer
to "Towing Description" (page 7-19)
and "Tiedown Hooks" (page 7-20)
and carefully follow the instructions.
Before Driving
To w i n g
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4When Driving
Information concerning safer driving and stopping.
Start/Stop Engine..................... 4-4 Ignition Switch.......................4-4
Starting the Engine................. 4-5
Turning the Engine Off.......... 4-10
i-stop
*................................. 4-11
Instrument Cluster and
Display.................................. 4-18 Instrument Cluster and
Display................................4-18
Instrument Cluster............... 4-18
Active Driving Display
*......... 4-35
Automatic Transmission........... 4-37 Automatic Transmission
Controls.............................. 4-37
Shift-Lock System................. 4-38
Transmission Ranges............ 4-39
Manual Shift Mode.............. 4-41
Direct Mode
*.......................4-47
Driving Tips......................... 4-48
M Hybrid............................... 4-49 M Hybrid
*........................... 4-49
Switches and Controls............. 4-53 Lighting Control................... 4-53
Turn and Lane-Change
Signals................................ 4-58
Windshield Wipers and
Washer............................... 4-59
Rear Window Wiper and
Washer............................... 4-63
Rear Window Defogger........ 4-64
Horn................................... 4-65
Hazard Warning Flasher....... 4-66
HomeLink Wireless Control
System
*............................... 4-66
Brake.....................................4-72 Brake System....................... 4-72
AUTOHOLD........................ 4-78
Hill Launch Assist (HLA)........4-82
ABS/TCS/DSC/Off-Road
Traction Assist.........................4-84 Antilock Brake System
(ABS).................................. 4-84
Tra c t i o n C o n t r o l Sy s t e m
(TCS).................................. 4-85
Dynamic Stability Control
(DSC)................................. 4-87
Off-Road Traction Assist
*...... 4-88
Drive Selection....................... 4-90 Drive Selection
*................... 4-90
i-ACTIV AWD......................... 4-92 i-ACTIV AWD Operation
*..... 4-92
Power Steering....................... 4-94 Power Steering.....................4-94
i-ACTIVSENSE......................... 4-95 i-ACTIVSENSE
*..................... 4-95
Adaptive Front Lighting System
(AFS)
*................................. 4-99
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continue to operate even if the
brake is released (except when
driving in the R or M position
second gear fixed mode).
2. The engine restarts automatically when the accelerator pedal is
depressed with the selector lever in
the D/M position (not in second
gear fixed mode).
3. If the selector lever is in the N or P position, the engine does not
restart when the brake pedal is
released. The engine restarts when
the brake pedal is depressed again
or the selector lever is shifted to the
D, M (not in second gear fixed
mode) or the R position. (For the
purposes of safety, always keep the
brake pedal depressed when
shifting the selector lever while
engine idling is stopped.)
Engine idle stopping and restarting
while driving (With M Hybrid)
(When not using MRCC with Stop &
Go function/TJA)
1. Engine idling stops when the
vehicle speed is about 20 km/h (12
mph) or slower after depressing the
brake pedal while driving the
vehicle (in D position).
2. The engine restarts automatically after releasing the brake pedal with
the selector lever in the D position.
(When using MRCC with Stop & Go
function/TJA)
1. Engine idling stops when the
vehicle has decelerated to about 20
km/h (12 mph) or slower while in
headway control using the MRCC
with Stop & Go function/TJA.
2. If it is necessary to accelerate while in headway control using the MRCC
with Stop & Go function/TJA, the
engine restarts automatically.
Operation conditions
Under the following conditions, engine
idling stops and the i-stop indicator
light (green) turns on.
The engine is warmed up.The engine has been started and the
vehicle is driven for a certain period.
The engine is started with the hood
closed.
All doors, liftgate, and hood are
closed.
The driver's seat belt is fastened.The air conditioner is not operating
with the airflow mode in the
position.The temperature setting dial of the
air conditioner is in a position other
than maximum heating or maximum
cooling (A/C ON) position.
(Automatic climate control system)
The vehicle's interior temperature
and the set temperature for the air
conditioner are nearly the same.
The i-stop warning light (amber) is
not turned on/flashing.
The keyless entry & push button start
system functions are normal.
(With M Hybrid)
The temperature and charge
condition of the M Hybrid battery
is within normal operating range.
The Integrated Starter-Generator
(ISG) is in good condition.
(Without M Hybrid)
The brake vacuum is sufficiently
high.
The battery is in good condition.(While vehicle is stopped)
The selector lever is in the D or M
position (not in second gear fixed
mode).
The automatic transmission fluid
has warmed up sufficiently.
When Driving
Start/Stop Engine
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The automatic transmission fluid
temperature is not abnormally
high.
The steering wheel is almost in the
straight-ahead position (idling may
not stop even with the steering
wheel in the straight-ahead
position if force is applied to the
steering wheel. Release the force
applied to the steering wheel to
stop engine idling).
The vehicle is stopped by
depressing the brake pedal.
The vehicle is not on a steep slope.The vehicle is not stopped
suddenly.
(While driving (With M Hybrid))
The selector lever is in the D
position (not in second gear fixed
mode).
The vehicle is driven at a speed of
20 km/h (12 mph) or faster after
engine idling stops.
The vehicle is driven at a vehicle
speed of about 30 km/h (19 mph)
or faster after engine idling stops
while driving.
The vehicle is not driven in sport
mode.
The automatic transmission fluid
has warmed up sufficiently.
The automatic transmission fluid
temperature is not abnormally
high.
The steering wheel is almost in the
straight-ahead position (idling may
not stop even with the steering
wheel in the straight-ahead
position if force is applied to the
steering wheel. Release the force
applied to the steering wheel to
stop engine idling).
The vehicle is stopped by
depressing the brake pedal.
The vehicle is not driven on a
slope.
The vehicle is not stopped
suddenly.
NOTE
Under the following conditions, a
period of time is required to stop
engine idling
(Without M Hybrid)
The battery power is depleted for
some reason such as the vehicle has
not been driven for a long period.
(With M Hybrid)
The M Hybrid battery power is
depleted for some reason such as the
vehicle has not been driven for a
long period.
The ambient temperature is high or
low.
After the battery terminals are
disconnected for some reason such
as for battery replacement.
Engine-stop period is short or time
until next engine idle stop is long
The ambient temperature is high or
low.
(Without M Hybrid)
The battery power is depleted.
(With M Hybrid)
The M Hybrid battery power is
depleted.
Power consumption by the vehicle's
electrical parts is high.
Engine restarts automatically while
engine idling is stopped
Under the following conditions, the
engine restarts automatically.
The i-stop OFF switch is pressed until
the beep sounds.
The air conditioner is operated with
the airflow mode in the
position.
When Driving
Start/Stop Engine
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▼Warning Indication/Warning Lights
These lights turn on or flash to notify th
e user of the system operation status or a
system malfunction.
Signal Warning Refer to
Brake System Warning Indication/Warning Light*17-22
ABS Warning Indication/Warning Light*1
Electronic
Brake Force
Distribution
System Warn- ing
7-23
ABS warning 7-25
Charging System Warning Indication/Warning Light*17-24
Engine Oil Warning Indication/Warning Light*17-24
High Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Indication 7-24
Power Steering Malfunction Indication/Indicator Light*17-25
Master Warning Indication7-25
Brake Control System Warning Indication/Warning Light*17-26
Brake Override Warning Indication7-26
Check Engine Indication/Light*17-26
(Amber)
*i-stop Warning Indication/Warning Light*17-27
Automatic Transmission Warning Indication/Warning Light*17-27
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
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Automatic Transmission Controls
▼Automatic Transmission Controls
1. Lock-release button
2. Selector lever

Indication Various Lockouts
Indicates that you must depress
the brake pedal and hold in the
lock-release button to shift (The ig-
nition must be switched ON).
Indicates the selector lever can be
shifted freely into any position.
Indicates that you must hold in the
lock-release button to shift.
NOTE
The Sport AT has an option that is not
included in the traditional automatic
transmission that gives the driver the
option of selecting each gear instead of
leaving it to the tr ansmission to shift
gears. Even if you intend to use the
automatic transmission functions as a
traditional automatic, you should also
be aware that you can inadvertently
shift into manual shift mode and an
inappropriate gear may be retained as
the vehicle speed increases. If you
notice the engine speed going higher
or hear the engine racing, confirm you
have not accidentally slipped into
manual shift mode (page 4-41).
When Driving
Automatic Transmission
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