
Things to Be ObservedWhile Driving
WARNING
Never stop the hybrid system when
going down a hill.
Stopping the hybrid system when
going down a hill is dangerous. This
causes the loss of power steering and
power brake control, and may cause
damage to the drivetrain. Any loss of
steering or braking control could cause
an accident.
Be extremely careful if it is necessary
to downshift on slippery surfaces:
Downshifting into lower gear while
driving on slippery surfaces is
dangerous. The sudden change in tire
speed could cause the tires to skid.
This could lead to loss of vehicle
control and an accident.
Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed
and abrupt maneuvers when driving
this vehicle:
Sharp turns, excessive speed and
abrupt maneuvering of this vehicle are
dangerous as it could result in the
increased risk of loss of vehicle control,
vehicle roll-over, personal injury or
death.
This vehicle has a higher center of
gravity. Vehicles with a higher center of
gravity such as util ity vehicles handle
differently than vehicles with a lower
center of gravity.
Utility vehicles are not designed for
cornering at high speeds any more
than low profile sports cars are
designed to perfo rm satisfactorily
under off-road conditions.
In addition, utility vehicles have a
significantly higher rollover rate than
other types of vehicles.
In a rollover crash, an unbelted person
is significantly more likely to die than a
person wearing a seat belt.
Dry off brakes that have become wet
by driving slowly, releasing the
accelerator pedal and lightly applying
the brakes several times until the
brake performance returns to normal.
Driving with wet brakes is dangerous.
Increased stopping distance or the
vehicle pulling to one side when
braking could result in a serious
accident. Light braking will indicate
whether the brakes have been
affected.
CAUTION
Do not drive the vehicle on flooded
roads as it could cause short
circuiting of electrical/electronic
parts, or engine damage or stalling
from water absorption. If the vehicle
has been immersed in water, consult
an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Read This First
Things to Be Observed
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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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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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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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Warning and Cautions forUsing the Mazda
intelligent Drive Select
(Mi-Drive)
WARNING
Do not rely completely on the
Mi-Drive system.
Vehicle stability is limited even when
Mi-Drive is activated. Always drive the
vehicle safely. Do not drive the vehicle
recklessly, otherwise it may result in an
accident.
Do not use OFF-ROAD mode when
driving on a paved road.
Use Off-road mode when driving on
slippery roads such as muddy, sandy,
or deep-snowy road s. During normal
driving, use normal mode.
CAUTION
Do not use the sport mode when
driving on slippery roads such as wet
or snow-covered roads. It may cause
tire slipping.
Heed the following cautions so that
the system 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.
Drive carefully when using tire
chains. Because the diameter of the
tires
differs, the system may not
operate normally.
How to Use the Mazda
intelligent Drive Select (Mi-Drive)
1. Push the Mi-Drive switch forwardor pull it toward you.
2. While checking the list displayed inthe instrument cluster, push the
Mi-Drive switch forward or pull it
toward you to select a drive mode.
When the drive mode is set, the
display in the instrument cluster
changes.
(TOWING Mode)
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Driving
Mazda intelligent Drive Select (Mi-Drive)
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Strong light is directed at the front of
your vehicle (such as backlight and
high-beam headlights).
The surrounding area is dark (such as
during the night, early evening, or
early morning, or in a tunnel or
indoor parking lot).
There are light sources in the
surrounding area (such as street
lamps, illuminated signboards, andtraffic signals).
There are objects which reflect light
(such as reflective plates and signs)
in the surrounding area.
The surrounding brightness suddenly
changes (such as when entering or
exiting a tunnel).
The brightness of the headlights of
your vehicle is insufficient (such as
the illumination is weakened due to
a dirty lens or the optical axis is
deviated).
Tires other than the specified size are
used on your vehicle (such as when
tire chains or temporary spare tires
are used).
The tires on your vehicle havesignificantly different wear.
Foreign matter is stuck to the
windshield (such as ice, fog, snow,
frost, raindrops, dirt, or a piece of
plastic).
The windshield is dirty or fogged.The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) is
blocked by an obstruction, causing
poor forward visibility (such as when
roof rails are installed to the vehicle
and a long object is loaded).
The windshield washer is being used.The windshield wipers are not used
when it is raining.
Your vehicle is tilted (such as when
heavy luggage is in the luggage
compartment or on the rear seat).
The vehicle is making a sharp curve,
or ascending or descending a steep
slope.
The vehicle is driven on a road with
sharp curves or up and down (wavy)
slopes.
The vehicle is driven on uneven
roads.
The vehicle is driven next to walls
with no patterning (including fences
and longitudinally striped walls).
There is a strong reflection of light
from the road surface.
Driving
Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)
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Cameras*
The cameras shoot images of the area
surrounding the vehicle.
1. Side cameras*
2. Front camera*
3. Rear camera
CAUTION
Do not disassemble, modify, or
remove a camera.
Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer
if you need to repair, replace, or
paint parts near the cameras.
If strong force is applied to a camera,
the camera position and the
installation angle may shift. Have
your vehicle inspected by an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Heed the following cautions so that
the cameras can function normally.
Do not modify the suspensions.
Always use wheels of the specified
size for the front and rear wheels.
Consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer for tire replacement.
Do not apply oil film remover,
organic solvents, wax or coating
agents, because the camera cover is
made of hard plastic. If any such
agent is applied, wipe it off using a
soft cloth immediately.
Do not rub a camera cover forcefully
with an abrasive or hard brush. The
camera cover or lens might be
scratched which might affect the
images.
If the lens of the camera is badly
damaged by flying gravel, replace the
camera. For the camera
replacement, consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
Depending on the type of target
object and surrounding conditions,
the distance at which the camera can
detect target objects may be
shortened or the target objects may
not be detected. Always
confirm the
safety around the vehicle visually
when driving.
NOTE
Do not apply stickers and do not
install accessories or illuminated
number/character license plates to
the area around a camera.
Otherwise, the camera may not
correctly display the surrounding
conditions.
If a camera is affected by excessive
changes in temperature such as
pouring hot water on the camera
during cold weather, the camera may
not operate normally.
Driving
Cameras
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IndicationContent
8 Mode switching icon Indicates which mode is selected.
9 Parking sensor status icon Indicates that the parking sensor has a problem or it is
switched
off.
NOTE
The front See-Through View may be displayed as follows.
The ground and three-dimensional objects may appear curved.The representation of three-dimensional objects changes at the joints of images
and the same object may appear to be duplicated or not connected.
Top view, rear See-Through View
Indication Content
1 Tire icon Indicates the tire direction. Moves in conjunction with
the steering wheel operation.
2 Projected vehicle path lines (red/
yellow) Indicates the approximate projected path of the vehicle.
Moves in conjunction with the steering wheel operation.
a) Indicates the path where the rear end of the rear
bumper passes as a reference.
b) Indicates the path where the outer side of the vehicle
is expected to travel.
3 Parking sensor detection indication Indicates the obstruction detection status.
4 Tire graphic Indicates the approximate position of the tires.
5 Vehicle bottom graphic Indicates the estimated bottom of the vehicle.
Driving
360° View Monitor
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