2023 MAZDA MODEL CX-50 change time

Automatic open/close stop function
The liftgate can be stopped at a
desired position while it is opening/
closing automatically.
Stopping the liftgate
If any of the following operations is
done while the liftgate is opening/
closing automatically, the liftgate is
stopped.
The power liftgate button on the
transmitter is pressed.
The power liftgate switch is pressed.The electric liftgate opener on the
liftgate is pressed.
The power liftgate close switch is
pressed.
(With the advanced keyless
function)
The door-lock switch on the liftgate
is pressed.
NOTE
The liftgate cannot be stopped in the
area about 20 cm (7.9 in) away from
the fully-closed position. It moves in
the close direction by the load weight
of the liftgate itself.
Moving the liftgate again
If any of the following operations is
done, the liftgate moves in the
direction opposite to the direction it
was moving before it stopped.
The power liftgate button on the
transmitter is pressed for about 1
second or longer.
The power liftgate switch is pressed
for about 1 second or longer.
The electric liftgate opener on the
liftgate is pressed.
The power liftgate close switch is
pressed.
(With the advanced keyless function)
When the door-lock switch on the
liftgate is pressed, the liftgate
automatically closes.
Changing the power liftgate fully
open position
The power liftgate fully-open position
can be changed according to the
height of a garage.
When changing the position
1. Stop the liftgate at the desired position.
2. Press the power liftgate close switch
for about three seconds.
A beep sound is activated two
times to indicate that the position
change has been completed.
NOTE
Set the desired fully-open position of
the liftgate at the position where it is
open more than halfway. The position
where it is less than halfway open
cannot be set.
To r e s e t
1. Open the liftgate.
2. Press the power liftgate close switchfor about seven seconds.
A beep sound is activated three
times to indicated that the reset has
been completed.
NOTE
After about 3 seconds have elapsed
since the switch was pressed, a beep
sound is activated 2 times to indicate
that the liftgate fully-open position has
changed. Continuously press the
switch for about 7 seconds to
complete the reset.
Jam-safe equipment
While the power liftgate is opening/
closing electrically and the system
detects a person or an object in the
Before Driving
Doors and Locks
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CAUTION
Always use only a genuine Mazda
fuel-filler cap or an approved
equivalent, available at an
Authorized Mazda Dealer. The
wrong cap can result in a serious
malfunction of the fuel and emission
control systems.
(U.S.A. and Canada)
It may also cause the check engine
light in the instrument cluster to
illuminate.
 When using an automatic car wash
or a high water pressure car washer,
lock the vehicle. Otherwise, the
fuel-filler lid may open unexpectedly
and could be damaged.
▼ Refueling
Before refueling, close all the doors,
windows, and liftgate, and switch the
ignition OFF.
1. Using the following , unlock the
driver’s door.
Transmitter (page 3-15)Touch sensor (page 3-13)Door-lock switch (page 3-15)Auto lock/unlock function (page
3-17)
NOTE
When unlocking the driver's
door, the fuel lid is also unlocked
at the same time.
When locking the driver's door,
the fuel lid is locked after 90
seconds.
The time until the fuel lid is
locked after locking the driver's
door can be changed.
Refer to the Settings section in
the Mazda Connect Owner's
Manual.
However, when the driver's door
is locked using the following
functions, the fuel lid is also
locked at the same time.
Auto lock/unlock function
(page 3-17)
Auto re-lock function (page
3-5) and (page 3-13)
2. Press the location shown in the illustration and open the fuel lid.

3. To remove the fuel-filler cap, turn itcounterclockwise.
4. Attach the removed cap to the inner side of the fuel-filler lid.

1. Fuel-filler lid
2. Fuel-filler cap

5. Insert the refueling nozzle all the way and begin refueling. Pull out
the refueling nozzle after the
refueling stops automatically.
6. To close the fuel-filler cap, turn it clockwise until a click is heard.
Before Driving
Fuel and Emission
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Driving on Uneven Road
▼Driving on Uneven Road
Your vehicle's suspension and
underbody can be damaged if driven
on rough/uneven roads or over speed
bumps at excessive speeds. Use care
and reduce speed when traveling on
rough/uneven roads or over speed
bumps.

Use care not to damage the vehicle's
underbody, bumpers or
muffler(s)
when driving under the following
conditions:
Ascending or descending a slope
with a sharp transition angle
Ascending or descending a driveway
or trailer ramp with a sharp transition
angle

This vehicle is equipped with low
profile tires allowing class-leading
performance and handling. As a result,
the sidewall of the tires are very thin
and the tires and wheels can be
damaged if driven through potholes or
on rough/uneven roads at excessive
speeds. Use care and reduce speed
when traveling on rough/uneven roads
or through potholes.
Turbocharger Information (SKYACTIV-G 2.5T)
▼Turbocharger Information
(SKYACTIV-G
2.5T)
CAUTION

After driving at freeway speeds or up
a long hill, trailer towing for a long
time, idle the engine at least 30
seconds before stopping it.
Otherwise, the turbocharger could
be damaged. However, when i-stop
operates, idling is unnecessary.
 Racing or over-revving the engine,
particularly after it's just been
started, can damage the
turbocharger.
 To protect the engine from damage,
the engine is designed so that it
cannot be raced just after starting it
in extremely cold weather.
The turbocharger greatly enhances
engine power. Its advanced design
provides improved operation and
requires minimum maintenance.

To get the most from it, observe the
following.
1. Change engine oil and filter according to Scheduled
Maintenance.
Refer to Scheduled Maintenance
(U.S.A. and Puerto Rico) on page
6-4.
Refer to Scheduled Maintenance
(Canada) on page 6-6.
Refer to Scheduled Maintenance
(Mexico) on page 6-8.
2. Use only recommended engine oil (page 6-16). Extra additives are
NOT recommended.
Before Driving
Driving Tips
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▼Trailer Towing Tips
Verify that your Mazda maintains a near-normal attitude when a loaded or
unloaded trailer is connected. Do not drive if it has an abnormal front-up or
front-down position. Inspect for incorrec
t tongue load, worn suspension parts,
and trailer overloading.
Make sure the trailer is properly loaded and the cargo is secure to prevent it from
shifting.
Make sure the mirrors conform to all govern ment regulations. If they do not, install
required rear view mirrors appropriate for towing purposes.
The three main causes of vehicle-trailer accidents are driver error, excessive speed,
and improper trailer loading.
Before driving
Have your cooling and braking system checked by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.Before starting out, inspect the operation of all vehicle and trailer lights and all
vehicle-to-trailer connections. Stop and re-inspect all lights and connections after
driving a short distance.
Driving
Your Mazda will handle differently with a trailer in tow, so practice turning,
backing, and stopping in a traffic-free area.
Take time to get accustomed to the extra weight and length.Allow more room between your vehicle and the one in front because braking
distance increases with a trailer. For each 16 km/h (10 mph) of speed, allow at
least one vehicle and trailer length between your Mazda and the vehicle ahead.
Avoid jerky starts or sudden acceleration.Avoid sudden braking. It may cause loss of control and result in jackknifing ,
especially so on wet or slippery roads.
Shift the selector lever to the D position when towing a trailer in hilly terrain or
when heavily loaded.
The D position will allow operating the vehicle without frequent shifting.
Lane changes and turning
Avoid quick lane changes, su dden turns, and tight turns. Slow down before turning
to avoid the need of sudden braking.
A turning trailer will make a tighter arc than the tow vehicle. Compensate with turns
that are larger than normal.
Pa s s i n g
Plan well ahead to pass other vehicles, and provide plenty of room before changing
lanes. Crosswinds from passing vehicles, especially larger ones, and the effects of
rough roads will affect handling.
If swaying occurs, firmly grip the steering wheel and reduce speed immediately, but
gradually.
Before Driving
To w i n g
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The screen content changes each time the INFO switch is pressed.
1. Basic display
2. Drive information display
3. i-ACTIVSENSE display
4. Message display
*1
*1 Displayed only when a warning occurs.

The type of display for the fuel economy and the maximum driving distance can be
changed.
Refer to the Settings section in the Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
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Lighting Control
▼Headlights
Turn the headlight switch to turn the headli
ghts and other exterior lights on or off.
When the taillights, parking lights, license plate lights, and the side-marker lights are
turned on, the lights-on indicator ligh t in the instrument cluster turns on.

NOTE
If the light switch is left on, the lights will automatically switch off approximately
30 seconds after switching the ignition off.
The time setting can be changed.
Refer to the Settings section in the Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.
To prevent discharging the battery, do not leave the lights on while the engine is
off unless safety requires them.
Without auto-light control
Ignition Position ACC or OFF ON
Switch Position OFF
OFF
Headlights Off Off
Off*1Off Off On
Daytime running
lights Off Off Off
On
*2On*2*3Off
Taillights
Parking lights
License plate lights
Side-marker lights Off
On
*1On*1Off On On
*1 The lights are turned on for the specified period by the auto headlight off function.
When Driving
Switches and Controls
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Auto-light control*
When the headlight switch is in a position other than and the ignition is
switched ON, the light sensor senses th e surrounding lightness or darkness and
automatically turns the headlights an d other exterior lights on or off.
CAUTION
Do not shade the light sensor by adhering a sticker or a label on the windshield.
Otherwise the light sensor will not operate correctly.
 The light sensor also works as a rain sensor for the auto-wiper control. Keep hands
and scrapers clear of the windshield when the wiper lever is in the AUTO position
and the ignition is switched ON as fingers could be pinched or the wipers and
wiper blades could be damaged when the wipers activate automatically. If you are
going to clean the windshield, be sure the wipers are turned off completely when
it is particularly tempting to leave the engine running. This is particularly important
when clearing ice and snow.
NOTE
The headlights and other exterior lights may not turn off immediately even if the
surrounding area becomes well-lit because the light sensor determines that it is
night time if the surrounding area is cont inuously dark for several minutes such as
inside long tunnels, traffic jams inside tunnels, or in indoor parking lots.
If the headlight switch and the windshield wiper switch are in AUTO, and the
wipers are operated at low or high speed by the auto wiper control for several
seconds, bad weather conditions are determined and the headlights may be
turned on.
The sensitivity of the auto-light control may be changed.
Refer to the Settings section in the Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.
When Driving
Switches and Controls
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▼Headlight High-Low Beam
The headlights switch between high
and low beams by moving the lever
forward or backward.

1. High beam
2. Low beam

When the headlight high-beams are
on, the headlight high-beam indicator
light is turned on.

▼Flashing the Headlights
When the ignition is switched ON, and
regardless of the headlight position,
the headlights switch to high beams
while the lever is being pulled.

1. OFF
2. Headlight flashing

The headlight high-beam indicator
light in the instrument cluster
illuminates simultaneously. The lever
will return to the normal position when
released.

▼ Coming Home Light
The coming home light turns on the
headlights (low beams) when the lever
is operated.
To turn on the lights
When the lever is pulled with the
ignition switched to ACC or OFF, the
low beam headlights turn on.
The headlights turn off after a certain
period of time has elapsed after all of
the doors are closed.
NOTE
The time until the headlights turn
off
after all of the doors are closed can
be changed.
Refer to the Settings section in the
Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.
If no operations are done for 3
minutes after the lever is pulled, the
headlights turn off.
The headlights turn off if the lever is
pulled again while the headlights are
illuminated.
▼Leaving Home Light
The leaving home light turns on the
lights when the transmitter unlock
button is pressed while away from the
vehicle.
When Driving
Switches and Controls
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