2024 MAZDA CX90 power steering

Convenient Ways to Usethe e-SKYACTIV PHEV
Switch to Start in EV Mode
The hybrid system can be changed to
start in EV mode.
Refer to the Settings section in the
Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.
Switching the Regenerative Braking
Strength
The regenerative braking strength can
be changed.
Refer to the Settings section in the
Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.
For Eco-Friendly and Economical
Driving
Using the Drive Mode
EV mode is mainly used in urban areas,
while NORMAL mode is used in
suburban areas and on expressways,
which leads to savings in electricity and
fuel consumption.
By actively using regenerative braking
to charge the high voltage battery, it is
possible to increase the EV travel
distance and to reduce fuel
consumption when driving the vehicle
in a mode other than EV mode.
To extend cruising distance
The electrical power consumption
while driving can be reduced and the
cruising distance can be extended by
doing the following operations.
With the charge connector
connected, turn on the climate
control system to provide a
comfortable temperature in the
cabin before driving.
When driving during cold
temperatures, use the seat warmer or
steering warmer instead of the
climate control system.
Adjust the climate control system to
a moderate airflow and temperature
setting.
Refrain from using the defogger
under conditions other than when a
window is fogged or frozen.
By maintaining a sufficient distance
between vehicles and using the
regenerative braking well, more
electrical power can be charged to
the high voltage battery.
To extend the life of the high voltage
battery
The high voltage battery life changes
depending on the vehicle storage
conditions or charging method.
To extend the life of the high voltage
battery, be careful of the following.
(Charging the battery)
Avoid unnecessary, frequent
charging.
Only charge the battery with as much
power as needed, and do not always
fully charge the battery. The
maximum charge limit can be set.
Refer to Convenient Ways to Use of
Charging on page 5-118.
(Parking the vehicle)
Do not park the vehicle in a place
where the ambient temperature is
extremely high or low.
Do not leave the vehicle while the
remaining high voltage battery power
is extremely low.
If the [Battery Cooling] operation notification is displayed on the
center display after driving the
vehicle, select [Activate].
Driving
e-SKYACTIV PHEV
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Warning and Cautions forUsing the Selector Lever
WARNING
Always apply the parking brake when
the selector lever is in the P position.
When parking the vehicle, only shifting
the selector lever to the P position is
dangerous as the vehicle may move
unexpectedly and result in an accident.
Do not move the selector lever from
the N or P position while the engine
speed is high.
Otherwise, the vehicle will move
suddenly which could lead to an
unexpected accident.
When operating the selector lever,
shift the selector lever with the brake
pedal firmly depressed and the
vehicle completely stopped.
Operating the selector lever while the
vehicle is moving could lead to an
unexpected accident.
Do not shift the selector lever with the
accelerator pedal depressed when the
selector lever is in the P or N position.
Always operate the selector lever with
the brake pedal depressed when the
selector lever is in the P or N position.
Otherwise, the vehicle will suddenly
accelerate which could lead to an
accident.
Do not shift the selector lever to the N
position while driving.
Otherwise, it could result in the loss of
the engine braking power and cause
an accident.
Do not depress the accelerator pedal
unnecessarily while the vehicle is
stopped.
If the accelerator pedal is mistakenly
depressed when the se lector lever is in
a position other than the P or N
position, the vehicle could suddenly
accelerate resulting in an accident.
After stopping the vehicle, check the
shift position indication in the
instrument cluster before
re-accelerating.
If the vehicle were to move
unexpectedly, it could lead to an
accident.
Do not allow the vehicle to move in
reverse on an upslope while the
selector lever is in forward drive, or
move forward on a downslope while
the selector lever is in reverse drive.
Otherwise, the engine could stop,
making the steering wheel difficult to
control, which could result in an
accident.
CAUTION
 When visually checking at the rear of
the vehicle while reversing the
vehicle, your body twists around to
the rear. Be careful and make sure
that the brake pedal can be firmly
depressed.
 Completely stop the vehicle before
shifting the select or lever to the P
position. If the selector lever is
shifted to P position before the
vehicle is completely stopped,
unnecessary force will be applied to
the transmission which could cause
damage.
Driving
Selector Lever
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Convenient Ways to Usethe Steering Shift Switches
You can select AT shift mode under
Settings in Mazda Connect.
Direct mode (DM)Manual shift mode (M)
Refer to the Settings section in the
Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.
When the vehicle power is switched
OFF with manual shift mode (M)
selected, the AT shift mode setting
switches automatically to direct mode
(DM) the next time the vehicle power
is switched ON.
Driving
Steering Shift Switches
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Dynamic Stability Control(DSC)
The DSC automatically controls
braking and hybrid system power
output in conjunct ion with systems
such as the ABS and TCS to help
control side slip when driving on
slippery surfaces, or during sudden or
evasive steering, which enhances
vehicle stability.
Also refer to Antilock Brake System
(ABS) 5-84, Traction Control System
(TCS) 5-85.
Warning and Cautions for
Using the Dynamic
Stability Control (DSC)
WARNING
Do not rely on the Dynamic Stability
Control as a substitute for safe
driving.
The Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
cannot compensate for unsafe and
reckless driving , excessive speed,
tailgating (following another vehicle
too closely), and hydroplaning
(reduced tire friction and road contact
because of water on the road surface).
You can still have an accident.
CAUTION
 Heed the following cautions so that
the DSC can operate normally.
 Always use tires of the specified
size, same manufacturer, brand,
and pattern (tread pattern) for the
front and rear wheels.
 Do not use tires with
significantly
different wear patterns on the
same vehicle.
 Do not use tires with sizes other
than the specified size, different
type, and
significantly
different
wear patterns on the same vehicle.
 When using tires where the tire
diameter is changed due to the
installation of tire chains, or when
installing an emergency spare tire,
the DSC may not operate normally.
Driving
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
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(SPORT Mode)
(NORMAL Mode)
(EV Mode)
(OFF-ROAD Mode)
NOTE
TOWING mode can be selected only
when electrically connected to the
trailer using a Mazda genuine trailer
hitch. In addition, it may take some
time until the connection is detected
and TOWING mode is displayed.
Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer
for details.
Depending on driving conditions
when selecting TOWING mode/
SPORT mode/OFF-ROAD mode, the
vehicle may perform shift-down or
accelerate slightly.
When SPORT mode/OFF-ROAD
mode is selected, driving the vehicle
at higher engine speeds increases
and fuel economy may worsen.
Canceling SPORT mode/OFF-ROAD
mode during normal driving is
recommended.
When setting the Mazda Radar
Cruise Control (MRCC) while driving
in SPORT mode, the mode is
switched to NORMAL mode. In
addition, while the MRCC is being
used, the mode cannot be switched
to SPORT mode.
Switching to EV mode may not be
possible depending on the driving
operations, driving conditions, and
high voltage battery condition.
When the system determines that
the engine needs to be started while
the vehicle is being driven in EV
mode, the mode is switched to
NORMAL mode.
The remaining distance-to-full
discharge for EV mode may
decrease, even when the vehicle is
being driven in a mode other than
EV mode.
The maximum speed in EV mode is
140 km/h (86 mph).
The drive mode cannot be switched
in the following cases.
The Antilock Brake System (ABS) is
operating.
The Traction Control System (TCS)
is operating.
The Dynamic Stability Control
(DSC) is operating.
The steering wheel is being
operated abruptly.
The driving mode in which the
display in the instrument cluster is
grayed out cannot be selected.
When the vehicle power is switched
OFF, the mode returns to NORMAL
mode. However, TOWING mode
before switching the vehicle power
OFF is maintained only when the
trailer is connected in TOWING
mode.
Driving
Mazda intelligent Drive Select (Mi-Drive)
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Power Steering
The power steering operates while the
hybrid system is operating.
Even when the hybrid system is
stopped or the power steering system
does not operate, steering is possible
but the operation may feel heavier
compared to normal.
Driving
Power Steering
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Fully Automatic Climate Control Overview
1. AUTO switch
2. Driver’s side temperature setting switch
3. Driver’s side temperature setting display
4. Linked auto-comfort display
*1
Refer to Convenient Ways to Use the Seat Warmer on page 6-24.
Refer to Convenient Ways to Use Heated Steering Wheel on page 6-26.
Refer to Convenient Ways to Use the Seat Ventilation on page 6-29.
5. Airflow display
6. Mode selector display
7. Air intake selector display
8. Front passenger’s side te mperature setting display
9. Front passenger’s side temperature setting switch
10.SYNC (synchronized temperature) switch
11.A/C switch
12.Air intake selector switch
13.Mode selector switch
14.Fan control switch
15.Climate control system power switch
16.Rear window defogger switch
17.Windshield defroster switch
*1 The display differs depending on the clim ate control systems, or whether or not
the seat warmer, seat ventilation, and steering warmer are equipped.
Equipment to Make Cabin More Comfortable
Fully Automatic Climate Control (Front)
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How to Use HeatedSteering Wheel
Using the Heated Steering Wheel
1. Start the hybrid system.
2.
1. Heating area
The indicator light in the heated
steering wheel switch turns on.
NOTE
The heated steering wheel operates for
a certain period of time and then stops
automatically.
Turning Off the Heated Steering
Wheel
Press the heated steering wheel switch.
The heated steering wheel stops and
the indicator light in the switch turns
off.
Convenient Ways to Use
Heated Steering Wheel
The steering warmer can be
automatically (auto mode) turned
on/off depending on the conditions in
the cabin.
The steering warmer can be operated
in conjunction with auto mode for the
climate control system.
1. Turn on the “Occupant Comfort” Refer to Mazda Connect Owner's
Manual or consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
2. Press the AUTO switch for the
climate control system.
NOTE
If the heated steering wheel switch is
pressed during auto mode or the
auto operation of the climate control
system is canceled, the heated
steering wheel switches from auto
mode to manual mode.
To return to auto operation, press
the AUTO switch for the climate
control system.
If the vehicle power is switched OFF
while the heated steering wheel is
operating in auto mode, the heated
steering wheel operates in auto
mode again the next time the vehicle
power is switched ON.
Equipment to Make Cabin More Comfortable
Heated Steering Wheel
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