
Convenient Ways to Usethe Key
Sound function
The function that the sound notifies
you of unlocking/locking can be
turned on or off by changing the
setting in Mazda Connect. The volume
of the warning sound can also be
changed.
Auto re-lock function
All doors, the liftgate, and the fuel lid
are locked automatically if any of the
following operations are not
performed within about 60 seconds
after they are unlocked by pressing the
unlock button.
Open any door or liftgate.The vehicle power is switched to any
position other than off.
NOTE
The time until the door is automatically
locked can be changed.
Refer to the Settings section in the
Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.
Power Saving Function
By turning on the power saving
function of the key, the advanced
keyless entry and the function to start
the hybrid system without removing
the key from a pocket or purse/case
are turned off, and the battery power
consumption of the key can be
reduced.
The remote control function is still
operational by pressing a button on
the key even while the power saving
function is turned on. However, the
remote operation indicator light does
not turn on or flash.
Turning on the power saving function
1. Press the lock button on the key 4
times within 3 seconds.
The key operation indicator light
turns on.
2. Press the lock button for 2 seconds or longer while the key operation
indicator light is turned on.
The hazard warning lights and a
warning sound operate 1 time, and
the power saving function is turned
on.
Turning off the power saving function
1. Press the lock button on the key 4 times within 3 seconds.
The key operation indicator light
turns on.
2. Press the lock button for 2 seconds or longer while the key operation
indicator light is turned on.
The hazard warning lights and a
warning sound operate 1 time, and
the power saving function is turned
off.
Opening/closing
Key
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Convenient Ways to Usethe Outside Mirrors
Driving Position Memory*
The angle of the outside mirrors can be
programmed to the Driving Position
Memory.
Refer to Driving Position Memory on
page 3-33.
Auto fold function
*
When locking/unlocking the doors
while the vehicle power is switched
OFF, the outside mirrors automatically
fold in and out.
When the outside mirrors are folded in
and the vehicle power is switched ON,
or the hybrid system is started, the
outside mirrors fold out automatically.
Turn the auto fold function on using
the center display.
Refer to Settings section in the Mazda
Connect Owner's Manual or consult
an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Operation function after hybrid
system is stopped
The angle of the outside mirrors can be
adjusted and they can be folded in and
out for about 40 seconds after the
vehicle power is switched from ON to
OFF.
Auto tilt-down outside mirror
function for reversing *
The outside mirrors can be set to tilt
downwards automatically when
reversing the vehicle. When the vehicle
is finished reversing , the outside
mirrors return to their original angle.
1. Press the select switch on the side of the door mirror to be tilted
down.
Turn on the indicator light of the
select switch.
2. Shift the selector lever to the Rposition.
The outside mirror on the side
where you pressed the select switch
will tilt downward.
NOTE
When any of the following condition is
met, the outer mirrors return to their
normal positions.
The vehicle power is switched to a
position other than ON.
The shift selector lever is shifted to a
position other than R.
The select switch is pressed again.
Automatic glare prevention function
*
In conjunction with the glare
prevention function of the auto-type
rearview mirror, only the driver's side
outside mirror reduces the light from
the headlights of on-coming vehicles.
Operation Function After Vehicle
power is Switched OFF
The outside mirrors can be operated
for about 40 seconds after the vehicle
power is switched from ON to off with
all doors closed. If any door is opened,
the outside mirrors will stop operating.
Driving
Mirrors
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NORMAL mode
1. POWER gauge
2. CHARGE gauge
3. EV drive indicator light
4. Boost indicator light
5. CHARGE mode indicator light
EV mode
1. POWER gauge
2. CHARGE gauge
3. Boost indicator light
POWER gauge
Displays the energy used by the motor
or engine for driving. The higher the
output, the more the power meter
needle moves to the right. The more
the power meter needle moves to the
right, the easier it is to start the engine.
CHARGE gauge
Displays the energy charged in the high
voltage battery by regenerative braking.
The higher the charge, the more the
power meter needle moves
downward.
Boost indicator light
The light turns on when the energy
used for driving is at maximum output.
EV drive indicator light
The light turns on when the vehicle is
being driven using only the motor.
CHARGE mode indicator light
The light turns on when the vehicle is
being driven in CHARGE mode.
Approaching Vehicle Audible System
When the vehicle is driven at low
speeds, a warning sound is
automatically activated to warn that a
vehicle is approaching.
1. Start the hybrid system.
2. Shift the selector lever to a position other than P.
A warning sound is activated and stops
when the vehicle speed reaches 41
km/h (26 mph) or faster.
Driving
e-SKYACTIV PHEV
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Operating the AUTO P (Parking Lock)
Function
Meet the following conditions while
the vehicle is stopped.
Switch the vehicle power from ON to
OFF.
Unfasten the driver’s seat belt and
open the driver’s door while the shift
position is in the D/R position.
The AUTO P (parking lock) function
operates and the shift position
automatically changes to P.
NOTE
When the AUTO P (parking lock)
function operates, only the
transmission shift position changes to
the P position automatically. The shift
position indication in the instrument
cluster will differ from the selector
lever position because the selector
lever position does not change. Check
the shift position indication in the
instrument cluster and shift the
selector lever to the P position.
Using Neutral Hold Mode
When in neutral hold mode, a
condition is maintained for about 25
minutes in which the vehicle power is
switched to ACC, the shift position is
in the N position, and the parking
brake is released. Use this mode when
it is necessary to release the parking
brake and change the shift position to
the N position, such as in an automatic
car wash that moves the vehicle by
placing the front and rear tires on one
side of the vehicle on a belt conveyor.
Neutral Hold Mode activation method
1
1. Start the hybrid system.
2. Release the parking brake.
3. Shift the selector lever to the N position.
4. Turn off the AUTOHOLD.
5. Press the electric parking brake (EPB) switch continuously until a
sound is activated.
6. Press the power switch immediately after the sound is activated.
Neutral hold mode operates.
Neutral Hold Mode activation method
2
1. Start the hybrid system.
2. Release the parking brake.
3. Shift the selector lever to the N position.
4. Turn off the AUTOHOLD.
5. Press the power switch while pressing the electric parking brake
(EPB) switch.
Neutral hold mode operates.
Canceling Neutral Hold Mode
If any of the following operations is
performed, neutral hold mode is
canceled.
Switch the vehicle power ON.Shift the selector lever to the P
position.
NOTE
Neutral hold mode is canceled
automatically after about 25 minutes
have passed since it was operated, and
the vehicle power is switched OFF. At
this time, the AUTO P (parking lock)
function operates and the shift
position changes to the P position.
Driving
Selector Lever
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NOTE
If the automatic transmission fluid (ATF) temperature becomes too high, the mode
will not switch to direct mode. In addition, if the ATF temperature becomes too
high while in direct mode, the mode may be canceled. If the mode is switched to
direct mode again, it is necessary to operate the steering shift switches.
While the vehicle is stopped, direct mode cannot be set even if the DOWN switch
(-) is pulled.
When fully depressing the accelerator pedal even while in direct mode, the
transmission kicks down, bu t it does not kick down while the Traction Control
System (TCS) is turned off. However, if th e vehicle is continuously driven at a high
rpm, the gears may automatically shift up to protect the engine.
When the vehicle is driven at low speed or decelerating quickly during EV driving,
the mode may not be able to be switched to direct mode using the UP switch (+/
OFF) of the steering shift switches.
If NORMAL mode is in use while the motor is running, operating the steering shift
switches will start the engine.
When operating a steering switch while the Mazda intelligent Drive Select
(Mi-Drive) is in EV mode, the engine st arts and the mode switches from EV mode
to NORMAL mode.
Canceling Direct Mode
Direct mode can be canceled by performing the following operations.
The UP switch (+/OFF) is pulled toward you for a certain period of time or longer.The vehicle is driven for a certain period of time or longer (time differs depending
on the driving conditions while operating).
The vehicle is stopped.The vehicle is driven at a low speed.
Using Manual Shift Mode
1. Select manual shift mode (M) from AT shift modes under Settings in Mazda
Connect.
2. Pull the up switch (+/OFF) or the down switch (-) of the steering shift switches toward you when the selector lever is in the D position.
1. Down switch (-)
2. Up switch (+/OFF)
The gear position can be switched manually in manual shift mode.
Driving
Steering Shift Switches
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Shifting up/down
Pull the up switch (+/OFF) or the down switch (-) of the steering shift switches
toward you.
1. Down switch (-)
2. Up switch (+/OFF)
Shifts up or down.
NOTE
If the automatic transmission fluid (ATF) temperature becomes too high, the mode
will not switch to manual shift mode. In addition, if the ATF temperature becomes
too high while in manual shift mode, the mode may be canceled. If the mode is
switched to manual shift mode again, it is necessary to operate the steering shift
switches.
When fully depressing the accelerator pedal even while in manual mode, the
transmission kicks down, but it does not kick down while the Traction Control
System (TCS) is turned off. However, if the vehicle is continuously driven at a high
rpm, the gears may automatically shift up to protect the engine.
When the vehicle is driven at low speed or decelerating quickly during EV driving,
the mode may not be able to be switched to manual shift mode using the UP
switch (+/OFF) of the steering shift switches.
If NORMAL mode is in use while the moto r is running, operating the steering shift
switches will start the engine.
When operating a steering switch while the Mazda intelligent Drive Select
(Mi-Drive) is in EV mode, the engine starts and the mode switches from EV mode
to NORMAL mode.
Canceling Manual Shift Mode
The UP switch (+/OFF) of the steering shift switches is pulled and held for a certain
period of time or longer.
Manual shift mode is canceled.
Driving
Steering Shift Switches
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Electric Parking Brake(EPB)
The EPB system applies the parking
brake using a motor.
NOTE
If the parking brake is applied with the
vehicle power switched to OFF or
ACC, the EPB indicator light
in the
instrument cluster and the indicator
light in the switch may turn on for a
certain period of time.
Warning and Cautions for
Using the Electric Parking Brake (EPB)
WARNING
Do not drive the vehicle with the
parking brake applied.
If the vehicle is driven with the parking
brake applied, the brake parts may
generate heat and the brake system
may not operate, leading to an
accident. Before driving the vehicle,
release the parking brake and make
sure that the EPB indicator light
in
the instrument cluster turns off.
Apply the parking brake when leaving
the vehicle.
Not applying the parking brake when
parking the vehicle is dangerous as the
vehicle may move unexpectedly and
result in an accident. Before leaving the
vehicle, apply the parking brake and
make sure that the EPB indicator light
in the instrument cluster turns on.
CAUTION
Depress the brake pedal firmly
before doing a shift operation as the
vehicle may start moving
unexpectedly.
If something such as the driver's foot
contacts the accelerator pedal while
the hybrid system is operating and
the parking brake is applied, the
parking brake may be released
automatically and the vehicle may
move unexpectedly. If you do not
intend to start driving the vehicle
immediately, shift the selector lever
to the P or N position.
Driving
Electric Parking Brake (EPB)
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Immediately depress the brake pedal
in the following case.
Because the AUTOHOLD function is
canceled forcibly, the vehicle may
move unexpectedly and result in an
accident.
The message “Depress Brake Pedal.
Brake Hold Disabled” is displayed on
the instrument cluster and the
warning sound is activated at the
same time.
When parking and before leaving the
vehicle, apply the parking brake.
Otherwise, the vehicle may move
unexpectedly and result in an accident.
When parking and before leaving the
vehicle, shift the selector lever to the P
position and apply the parking brake.
CAUTION
If you stop operating the accelerator
pedal before the vehicle starts driving ,
the force holding the vehicle in the
stopped position may weaken. Firmly
depress the brake pedal or depress the
accelerator pedal to start driving the
vehicle.
How to Use the AUTOHOLD
Operating the AUTOHOLD
The AUTOHOLD becomes operational
and the AUTOHOLD standby indicator
light turns on.
Using the AUTOHOLD
1. Stop the vehicle. When all of the following
conditions are met, the
AUTOHOLD operates and the
AUTOHOLD active indicator light
in the instrument cluster
turns on.
The hybrid system is operating.The driver’s seat belt is fastened.The driver’s door is closed.The parking brake is released.
2. Start driving the vehicle. The brakes are released and the
AUTOHOLD active indicator light
in the instrument cluster
turns off.
NOTE
When about 10 minutes or longer
have passed since the AUTOHOLD
operated, the parking brake is
applied automatically. When the
parking brake is released, the
AUTOHOLD operates again.
Driving
AUTOHOLD
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