2023 MAZDA CX9 instrument panel

Never use a rear-facing child-restraint system in the front seat with an air bag that could
deploy:
Rear-facing child-restraint systems on the front seat are particularly dangerous even though
you may feel assured that a front passenger air bag will not deploy based on the fact that the
front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates. The child-restraint system
can be hit by a deploying air bag and moved viol ently backward resulting in serious injury or
death to the child.
Do not sit too close to the driver and front passenger air bags:
Sitting too close to the driver and front passenger air bag modules or placing hands or feet on
them is extremely dangerous. The driver and front passenger air bags inflate with great force
and speed. Serious injuries could occur if someon e is too close. The driver should always hold
onto only the rim of the steering wheel. The front seat passenger should keep both feet on the
floor. Front seat occupants should adjust their seats as far back as possible and always sit
upright against the seatbacks with seat belts worn properly.
Sit in the center of the seat and wear seat belts properly:
Sitting too close to the side air bag modules or placing hands on them, or sleeping up against
the door or hanging out the windows is extrem ely dangerous. The side and curtain air bags
inflate with great force and speed directly expanding
along the door on the side the car is hit.
Serious injury could occur if someone is sitting too close to the door or leaning against a
window, or if rear seat occupants grab the side s of the front seatbacks. Give the side and
curtain air bags room to work by sitting in th e center of the seat while the vehicle is moving
with seat belts worn properly.
Do not attach objects on or around the area where air bags deploy:
Attaching objects to the air bags or placing so mething in the area where the air bags deploy
is dangerous. In an accident, an object could interfere with air bag inflation and injure the
occupants. Furthermore, the bag could be damaged causing gases to release. Always keep
the deployment area of the air bag modules free of any obstructions.
For example, you should not do any of the following as it may interfere with air bag
deployment.
 Do not put a covering on or lean anything against areas such as the dashboard and lower
portion of the instrument panel that blocks the passenger front air bag and knee air bags.
 Do not use seat covers on the front seats and re ar seats equipped with in-seat side air bags.
Essential Safety Equipment
SRS Air Bags
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▼Indicators
Manual shift mode indication
In manual shift mode, the “M” of the shift
position indication in the instrument panel
illuminates.
Gear position indication
The numeral for the selected gear
illuminates.

Manual shift mode
indication
Gear position
indication
Manual shift mode
indication
Gear position
indication
Instrument Cluster (Type A)
Instrument Cluster (Type B/C)
NOTE
If the gears cannot be shifted down
when driving at higher speeds, the gear
position indication will flash twice to
signal that the gears cannot be shifted
down (to protect the transaxle).
If the automatic transaxle fluid (ATF)
temperature becomes too high, there is
the possibility that the transaxle will
switch to automatic shift mode,
canceling manual shift mode and
turning off the gear position indication
illumination. This is a normal function
to protect the AT. After the ATF
temperature has decreased, the gear
position indication
illumination turns
back on and driving in manual shift
mode is restored.
When Driving
Automatic Transaxle
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2. Wipe off the remaining detergent usinga cloth soaked in clean water and
wrung out well.
▼Leather Upholstery Maintenance*
1. Remove dust and sand using a vacuum
cleaner.
2. Wipe off the soiled area with a soft cloth and a suitable, special cleaner or
a soft cloth soaked in a mild detergent
(about 5%) diluted with water.
3. Wipe off the remaining detergent using a cloth soaked in clean water and
wrung out well.
4. Remove moisture with a dry, soft cloth and allow the leather to further dry in a
well-ventilated, shaded area. If the
leather gets wet such as from rain,
remove the moisture and dry it as soon
as possible.
NOTE
Because genuine leather is a natural
material, its surface is not uniform and
it may have natural scars, scratches,
and wrinkles.
To maintain the quality for as long as
possible, periodical maintenance, about
twice a year, is recommended.
If the leather upholstery comes into
contact with any of the following, clean
it immediately.
Leaving it uncleaned could cause
premature wear, mold, or stains.
Sand or dirt
Grease or oil, such as hand cream
Alcohol, such as in cosmetic or hair
dressing items
If the leather upholstery gets wet,
promptly remove moisture with a dry
cloth. Remaining moisture on the
surface may cause deterioration such as
hardening and shrinkage.
Exposure to direct sunlight for long
periods may cause deterioration and
shrinkage. When parking the car under
direct sunlight for long periods, shade
the interior using sunshades.
Do not leave vinyl products on the
leather upholstery for long periods.
They may affect the leather quality and
coloring. If the cabin temperature
becomes hot, the vinyl may deteriorate
and adhere to the genuine leather.
▼ Plastic Part Maintenance
CAUTION
Do not use polishing agents.
Depending on the product ingredients,
they could cause discoloration, stains,
cracks or peeling of the coating.
▼Instrument Panel Top Maintenance
1. Wipe the soiled area with a soft cloth
soaked in a mild detergent (approx.
5%) diluted with water.
2. Wipe off the remaining detergent using a cloth soaked in clean water and
wrung out well.
▼Panel Maintenance
If a panel becomes soil
ed, wipe it off with
a soft cloth soaked in clean water and
thoroughly wrung out.
If some areas require f urther cleaning, use
the following procedure:
Maintenance and Care
Appearance Care
6-62*Some models.
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Index
Flat Tire............................................... 7-3Mounting the spare tire............... 7-13
Removing a flat tire...................... 7-9
Floor Mat.......................................... 3-49
Fluid
Brake............................................6-23
Washer......................................... 6-24
Fluids Classification................................. 9-4
Fog Lights......................................... 4-77
Foot Brake.........................................4-94
Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)..... 4-239
Front Seat............................................ 2-5
Fuel
Filler lid and cap......................... 3-30
Requirements............................... 3-27
Tank capacity.................................9-5
Fuses.................................................. 6-48 Panel description......................... 6-51
Replacement................................ 6-48
G
Gauges............................................... 4-11
Glove Compartment.......................... 5-72
H
Hazardous Driving............................ 3-48
Hazard Warning Flasher....................4-85
Headlights
Coming home light......................4-75
Control......................................... 4-71
Headlight flashing....................... 4-75
High-low beam............................ 4-75
Leaving home light..................... 4-75
Leveling....................................... 4-76
Head Restraint................................... 2-28
High Beam Control System
(HBC).............................................. 4-120 High Beam Control System (HBC)
indicator light (green)................4-121
Hill Launch Assist (HLA).......... .... 4-102
HomeLink Wireless Control System
(Type A)............................................ 4-85
HomeLink Wireless Control System
(Type B)............................................ 4-89
Hood Release............. ....................... 6-17
Horn...................................................4-84
I
If a Warning Light Turns On or
Flashes............................................... 7-28
If the Active Driving Display Does Not
Operate.............................................. 7-53
Ignition
Switch............................................ 4-4
Ignition Not Switched Off (STOP)
Warning Beep.................................... 7-48
Illuminated Entry System................. 5-61
Immobilizer System..... ..................... 3-43
Inspecting Brake Fluid Level............ 6-23
Inspecting Coolant Level.................. 6-22
Inspecting Engine Oil Level............. 6-21
Inspecting Washer Fluid Level......... 6-24
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 Econom y............... 4-19
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
Display......................................... 4-20
Compass Display......................... 4-21
Cruise Control Set Vehicle Speed
Display......................................... 4-21
Current Fuel Economy................ 4-20
Dashboard Illuminati on............... 4-17
Distance Recognition Support System
(DRSS) Display........................... 4-21
Distance-to-empty... .................... 4-19
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Index
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..........................4-20
Maintenance Monitor.................. 4-20
Mazda Radar Cruise Control with
Stop & Go function (MRCC with
Stop & Go function) Display.......4-21
Message Display..........................4-22
Multi-information Display (Type
A)................................................. 4-13
Odometer..................................... 4-15
Outside Temperature Display...... 4-18
Speedometer................................ 4-12
Speed Unit Selector..................... 4-18
Tachometer.................................. 4-12
Trip Meter....................................4-15
Warning Indication/Warning
Lights........................................... 4-23
Instrument Cluster (Type B)............. 4-29 Average Fuel Economy............... 4-36
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
Display......................................... 4-36
Compass Display......................... 4-38
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..........................4-37Maintenance 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..................................... 4-31
Outside Temperature Display...... 4-35
Speedometer................................ 4-29
Tachometer.................................. 4-29
Trip Meter....................................4-31
Warning Indication/Warning
Lights........................................... 4-39
Warning (Display Indication)...... 4-38
Instrument Cluster (Type C)............. 4-45 Cruise Control Set Vehicle Speed
Display......................................... 4-51
Dashboard Illumina tion............... 4-48
Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge........................................... 4-47
Fuel Gauge.................................. 4-48
Indication/Indicator Lights.......... 4-54
Multi-information Display (Type
C)................................................. 4-46
Odometer..................................... 4-46
Outside Temperature Display...... 4-49
Speedometer................................ 4-45
Tachometer.................................. 4-45
Trip Computer............................. 4-50
Trip Meter....................................4-46
Warning Indication/Warning
Lights........................................... 4-52
Interior Care...................................... 6-61 Active driving display
maintenance................................. 6-63
Cleaning the floor mats............... 6-63
Cleaning the window interiors.....6-63
Instrument panel top
maintenance................................. 6-62
Leather upholstery
maintenance................................. 6-62
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