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Hill Launch Assist (HLA)
The HLA prevents the vehicle from
rolling backward or forward, such as
when releasing the brake pedal while
on a slope.
NOTE
The HLA may not operate on a gentle
slope or depending on the vehicle’s
load.
The HLA does not operate if the
parking brake is applied or the
vehicle has not stopped completely.
When the TCS/DSC operation
indicator light
turns on, the HLA
may not operate.
The HLA does not turn off even if the
TCS is turned off.
Warning and Cautions for
Using the Hill Launch Assist (HLA)
WARNING
Do not rely completely on the HLA.
The HLA is designed only to assist the
driver in accelerating from a stop on a
slope. The HLA only operates for about
2 seconds and therefore, if the
accelerator and brake pedals are not
operated correctly the vehicle may
move (roll) unexpectedly and cause an
accident. Always confirm the safety
around the vehicle before starting to
drive the vehicle. Note that the vehicle
may move suddenly depending on the
vehicle’s load or if it is towing
something.
Driving
Hill Launch Assist (HLA)
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Light Switch
Each light turns on/off when the switch
is operated.
With Auto Light
Without Auto Light
Warnings and Cautions
for Using the Light Switch
CAUTION
Do not cover the light sensor by
applying stickers or labels to the
windshield. Otherwise the sensor
cannot detect the surrounding light
correctly.
Driving
Light Switch
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Turning off the Lights
Turn the light switch to the OFF
position when the vehicle is stopped.
(With Auto Light)
The light switch returns to the AUTO
position automatically.
All the lights that are turned on turn
off, and the parking lights indicator
light
in the instrument cluster
turns off.
Headlight Leveling
The number of passengers and weight
of cargo in the luggage compartment
change the angle of the headlights. The
angle of the headlights will be
automatically adjusted when turning
on the headlights. A system
malfunction or operation conditions
are indicated by a warning.
Refer to Exterior Lights Warning Light
on page 8-50.
Convenient Ways to Use the Light Switch
Coming Home Light
After the vehicle power is switched
OFF, the headlights can be turned on
for a while.
Using the coming home light
1. Switch the vehicle power to ACC orOFF.
2.
The headlights turn on, and then turn
off when any of the following
conditions is met.
A certain amount of time has passed
since occupants got out of the
vehicle and all the doors closed.
Three minutes have passed since the
headlights turned on.
The light switch was operated after
the headlights turned on.
NOTE
The time until the headlights turn off
can be changed.
Refer to the Settings section in the
Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.
Leaving Home Light
The lights of your vehicle parked at a
distance can be turned on by operating
the key.
Driving
Light Switch
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Hazard Warning Lights
The hazard warning light switch is used
when it is necessary to park the vehicle
on a roadside due to a vehicle
breakdown or other emergency.
How to Use the HazardWarning Lights
The vehicle power is switched ON
All the turn signal lights flash, and the
turn signal light
and the hazard
warning light
in the instrument
cluster flash.
Press the switch again to turn off the
lights.
The vehicle power is switched to ACC
or OFF
All the turn signal lights flash and the
hazard warning light
in the
instrument cluster flashes.
Press the switch again to turn off the
lights.
Driving
Hazard Warning Lights
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Antilock Brake System(ABS)
The ABS prevents the wheels from
locking, caused by braking on slippery
roads, and maintains driving
directional stability and ensures
steerability.
NOTE
When depressing the brake pedal,
slight vibration might be felt from the
pedal. This vibration is a normal
occurrence when the ABS operates.
ABS does not operate at low speeds
(about 10 km/h (6.2 mph) or
slower).
Warning and Cautions forUsing the Antilock Brake System (ABS)
WARNING
Do not rely on the ABS as a substitute
for safe driving.
The ABS cannot compensate for unsafe
and reckless driving, excessive speed,
tailgating (following another vehicle
too closely), driving on ice and snow,
and hydroplaning (reduced tire friction
and road contact because of water on
the road surface). You can still have an
accident.
CAUTION
Always use tires of the specified size
and type for the front and rear wheels.
If a tire other than the specified size or
type is installed, the ABS system may
not operate normally.
Driving
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
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Trailer Stability Control(TSC)
The TSC is a system that increases the
stability of the vehicle during towing.
When vehicle sway occurs during
towing, the TSC controls the output of
the brakes and the hybrid system to
suppress swaying.
Warning and Cautions forUsing the Trailer Stability Control (TSC)
WARNING
Do not rely solely on the Trailer
Stability Control (TSC).
Vehicle stability can be limited even if
the Trailer Stability Control (TSC) is
operating. Drive carefully to prevent
accidents. In particular, if the
TCS/DSC indicator light is flashing ,
drive the vehicle carefully as it is in a
less stable condition and could sway
more easily. Drive with caution and in
accordance with the road, vehicle and
trailer conditions.
CAUTION
The Trailer Stability Control (TSC)
may not operate correctly unless the
following are observed:
Use tires of the correct size
specified for your Mazda on all
four wheels.
Use tires of the same
manufacturer, brand and tread
pattern on all four wheels.
Do not mix worn tires.
The Trailer Stability Control (TSC)
may not operate correctly when tire
chains are used or a temporary spare
tire is installed because the tire
diameter changes.
Driving
Trailer Stability Control (TSC)
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How to Use the HillDescent Control
Using the Hill Descent Control
1. When the vehicle speed is about 25 km/h (15 mph) or slower, press the
hill descent control switch.
The hill descent control is operable,
and the hill descent control
indicator light (white)
turns on.
2. Depress the accelerator pedal or the brake pedal to drive the vehicle
at a speed between about 3 km/h
and 20 km/h (2 and 12 mph).
3. Release the accelerator pedal or the brake pedal when the desired
target speed is reached.
The hill descent control operates,
the hill descent control indicator
light (white)
changes to the hill
descent control indicator light
(green)
, and then the target
speed is displayed.
The brake lights turn on while the
hill descent control is operating.
NOTE
If the braking system is overheated
after using the hill descent control for
a long time, the operation of the hill
descent control may be temporarily
stopped. When the operation of the
hill descent control stops, a warning
sound is activated and the hill
descent control indicator light turns off.
The hill descent control may not be
available due to a system
malfunction in the following cases.
Have your vehicle inspected by an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
The hill descent control indicator
light does not turn on even if the
hill descent control switch is
pressed.
The TCS/DSC operation indicator
light turns on.
The hill descent control is not
available while Mazda Radar Cruise
Control (MRCC) or Cruising & Traffic
Support (CTS) is operating.
Driving
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Tire Pressure MonitoringSystem (TPMS)
The TPMS monitors the air pressure of
each tire and informs the driver of a
decrease in the tire air pressure when it
becomes lower than the specified air
pressure.
For the TPMS, the air pressure data
sent from the tire pressure sensors
installed on each wheel via radio signal
is received by the receiver unit in the
vehicle to monitor the tire pressures.
1. Tire pressure sensor
Warning and Cautions forUsing the Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS)
WARNING
Do not drive the vehicle at high
speeds if the TPMS warning light
is
turned on or flashing.
Driving the vehicle at high speeds
while the TPMS warning light is turned
on or flashing is dangerous because
the brake performance and the
steering wheel operability will be
reduced. If the vehicle is driven at high
speeds or the brakes are suddenly
applied, it could lead to an accident.
Gradually apply the brake and reduce
the vehicle speed.
Do not ignore the TPMS warning light
when it is turned on or flashing.
Continuing to driv e the vehicle while
ignoring the illumi nation/flashing of
the TPMS warning light is dangerous
because a tire may burst which could
lead to an accident. Take appropriate
measures as soon as possible.
Driving
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