Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
Brake System Warning Indication/Warning Light
This warning has the following functions:
Warning light inspection
For an operation check, make sure that the light turns on when the ignition is switched on, and turns off a few seconds later or when the engine is started.
When the light turns on
If the brake system warning light remains illuminated the brake fluid may be low or there could be a problem with the brake system. Park the vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact an expert repairer (we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer).
Refer to Inspecting Brake/Clutch Fluid Level (Search).
Do not drive with the brake system warning light illuminated. Contact an expert repairer (we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer) to have the brakes inspected as soon as possible:
Driving with the brake system warning light illuminated is dangerous. It indicates that your brakes may not work at all or that they could completely fail at any time. If this light remains illuminated, after checking that the parking brake is fully released, have the brakes inspected immediately.
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In addition, the effectiveness of the braking may diminish so you may need to depress the brake pedal more strongly than normal to stop the vehicle.
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(With M Hybrid)
When starting the engine, the brake system warning light may turn on and the warning indication may be displayed. In this case, park the vehicle in a safe location and release the brake pedal.
If the brake system warning light/warning indication does not turn off even after parking the vehicle, have the vehicle inspected by an expert repairer (we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer).
Electronic Brake Force Distribution System Warning
If the electronic brake force distribution control unit determines that some components are operating incorrectly, the control unit may illuminate the brake system warning light and the ABS warning light simultaneously. The problem is likely to be the electronic brake force distribution system.
Do not drive with both the brake system warning light and ABS warning light illuminated. Have the vehicle towed to an expert repairer (we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer) to have the brakes inspected as soon as possible:
Driving when the brake system warning light and ABS warning light are illuminated simultaneously is dangerous.
When both lights are illuminated, the rear wheels could lock more quickly in an emergency stop than under normal circumstances.
Charging System Warning Indication/Warning Light
If the warning light illuminates while driving, it indicates a malfunction of the alternator or of the charging system.
Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way. Consult an expert repairer (we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer).
Do not continue driving when the charging system warning light is illuminated because the engine could stop unexpectedly.
Engine Oil Warning Indication/Warning Light
This warning light indicates low engine oil pressure.
Do not run the engine if the oil pressure is low. Otherwise, it could result in extensive engine damage.
If the light illuminates or the warning indication is displayed while driving:
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Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way on level ground.
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Turn off the engine and wait 5 minutes for the oil to drain back into the sump.
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Inspect the engine oil level (Search). If it's low, add the appropriate amount of engine oil while being careful not to overfill.
Do not run the engine if the oil level is low. Otherwise, it could result in extensive engine damage.
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Start the engine and check the warning light.
If the light remains illuminated even though the oil level is normal or after adding oil, stop the engine immediately and have your vehicle towed to an expert repairer (we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer).
High Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Indication
Displays if the engine coolant temperature has increased excessively.
“Elevated Engine Coolant Temp. Drive Slowly” displayed
Drive slowly to reduce engine load until you can find a safe place to stop the vehicle and wait for the engine to cool down.
“Excessive Engine Coolant Temp. Stop the Vehicle in a Safe Location” displayed
This indicates the possibility of overheating. Park the vehicle in a safe place immediately and stop the engine.
Refer to Overheating (Search).
Do not drive the vehicle with the high engine coolant temperature warning light illuminated. Otherwise, it could result in damage to the engine.
Power Steering Malfunction Indication/Indicator Light
The message is displayed if the electric power steering has a malfunction.
If the message is displayed, stop the vehicle in a safe place and do not operate the steering wheel. There is no problem if the indication turns off when the engine is restarted after some time has passed. If the indication displays even after the engine is restarted, contact an expert repairer (we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer) if the message is displayed continuously.
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If the message is displayed, the power steering will not operate normally. In this case, the steering wheel can still be operated, however, the operation may feel heavy compared to normal, or the steering wheel could vibrate when turning.
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Repeatedly jerking the steering wheel left and right while the vehicle is stopped or moving extremely slowly will cause the power steering system to go into protective mode which will make the steering feel heavy, but this does not indicate a problem. If this occurs, park the vehicle safely and wait several minutes for the system to return to normal.
ABS Warning Indication/Warning Light
If the ABS warning light stays on while you're driving, the ABS control unit has detected a system malfunction. If this occurs, your brakes will function normally as if the vehicle had no ABS.
Should this happen, consult an expert repairer (we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer) as soon as possible.
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When the engine is jump-started to charge the battery, uneven rpm occurs and the ABS warning light may illuminate. If this occurs, it is the result of the weak battery and does not indicate an ABS malfunction.
Recharge the battery.
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The brake assist system does not operate while the ABS warning light is illuminated.
Brake Control System Warning Indication/Warning Light
The warning light illuminates when the system has a malfunction. Have your vehicle inspected at an expert repairer (we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer).
i-stop Warning Light
When the light is turned on
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A problem in the system may be indicated under the following conditions. Have your vehicle inspected at an expert repairer (we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer).
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The light does not turn on when the ignition is switched ON.
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When the light is flashing
The light continues to flash if the system has a malfunction. Have your vehicle inspected at an expert repairer (we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer).
TCS/DSC Indication/Indicator Light (Turns on)
If the light stays on, the TCS, DSC or the brake assist system may have a malfunction and they may not operate correctly. Take your vehicle to an expert repairer (we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer).
Air Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Indication/Warning Light
A system malfunction is indicated if the warning light constantly flashes, constantly illuminates or does not illuminate at all when the ignition is switched ON. If any of these occur, consult an expert repairer (we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer) as soon as possible. The system may not operate in an accident.
Never tamper with the air bag/pretensioner systems and always have an expert repairer (we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer) perform all servicing and repairs:
Self-servicing or tampering with the systems is dangerous. An air bag/pretensioner could accidentally activate or become disabled causing serious injury or death.
KEY Warning Indication/Warning Light (Red)
“Keyless Entry System Malfunc. Have the Vehicle Inspected” is displayed
This message is displayed if the advanced keyless entry & push button start system has a problem.
Contact an expert repairer (we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer).
If the message is indicated, or the push button start indicator light (amber) flashes, the engine may not start. If the engine cannot be started, try starting it using the emergency operation for starting the engine, and have the vehicle inspected at an expert repairer (we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer) as soon as possible.
Refer to Emergency Operation for Starting the Engine (Search).
“Key Not Detected” is displayed
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If the presence of the key cannot be detected (dead battery, battery malfunction, no key), it is displayed when the driver attempts to start the engine (push button start operation, brake pedal depression).
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Displayed when it is determined that a key that was in the vehicle has been removed from the vehicle. (Key taken out warning. Other than IG-OFF).
Security Indicator Light
If the security indicator light flashes continuously while you are driving, do not shut off the engine. Go to an expert repairer (we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer) and have it checked. If the engine is shut off while the indicator light is flashing, you will not be able to restart it.
Make sure the key is within the operational range for signal transmission. Switch the ignition off, and then restart the engine. If the engine does not start after 3 or more tries, contact an expert repairer (we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer).
Because the electronic codes are reset when the immobilizer system is repaired, the keys are needed. Make sure to bring all the keys to an Authorised Mazda Repairer so that they can be programmed.
AWD Warning Indication/Warning Light (Some Models)
“AWD Malfunction. Front Wheel Drive Only. Have the Vehicle Inspected” is displayed/When the light is turned on
The indication is displayed/the light turns on under the following conditions. The system may have a malfunction. Have the vehicle checked at an expert repairer (we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer).
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When there is a malfunction in the AWD system.
“Excessive AWD System Load. Drive Slowly Until Warning Light Turns Off. Vehicle Now in Front Wheel Drive” is displayed/When the light is flashing
The indication is displayed/the light flashes under the following conditions. Park the vehicle in a safe place and check that the warning indication light turns off/ the warning light stops flashing, and then drive the vehicle. Contact an expert repairer (we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer) if the indication is continuously displayed.
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When the differential oil temperature is excessively high.
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When there is a large difference between the front and rear wheel rotation, such as when trying to remove the vehicle from mud.
“Mismatched Tyre Diameters. Vehicle Now in Front Wheel Drive” is displayed/When the light is turned on
The indication is displayed/the light turns on under the following conditions. Inspect the tyre sizes or tyre pressures on all 4 wheels. Contact an expert repairer (we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer) if the indication remains on or the warning light remains illuminated.
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When any of the tyre diameter is different.
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When any of the tyre pressure is incorrect.
High Beam Control System (HBC) Warning Indication/Warning Light (Amber) (Some Models)
The light remains turned on if there is a problem with the system. Have your vehicle inspected at an expert repairer (we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer).
Adaptive LED Headlights (ALH) Warning Indication/Warning Light (Amber) (Some Models)
The light remains turned on if there is a problem with the system. Have your vehicle inspected at an expert repairer (we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer).
i-ACTIVSENSE Warning Indication/Warning Light
The indication displays if the system has a malfunction.
Check the reason for the indication displaying on the centre display or multi-information display.
Refer to If a Warning Light Turns On or Flashes (Search).
Exterior Light Warning Indication/Warning Light
This light illuminates if there is a malfunction in the exterior lights (except number plate lights). Have your vehicle inspected by an expert repairer (we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer).
Do not drive the vehicle while an exterior light has a malfunction. Poor visibility, and not being able to signal braking and turns may cause an accident. In addition, if the vehicle is driven with the lights not turned on, it may conflict with laws and regulations due to poor maintenance.
Low Fuel Warning Indication/Warning Light
The warning indication/warning light displays/turns on when the ignition is switched ON and the remaining fuel is about 9 L (2.3 US gal, 1.9 Imp gal) or the remaining distance to empty is 50 km (31 miles) or shorter. The warning light flashes when the vehicle continues to be driven with the warning indication/warning light displayed/turned on and the remaining fuel in the tank is near empty.
The light illumination timing may vary because fuel inside the fuel tank moves around according to the driving conditions and the vehicle posture.
Action to be taken
Add fuel. If the light is flashing, refuel as soon as possible.
Engine Oil Level Warning Indication/Warning Light
This warning light indicates that the engine oil level is around the MIN mark (Search).
Do not continue to drive the vehicle with the engine oil level warning indication/warning light displayed/turned on. If the vehicle continues to be driven with an insufficient amount of engine oil, it could cause damage to the engine.
Action to be taken
Add 1 L (0.26 US gal, 0.22 Imp gal) of engine oil (Search).
Seat Belt Warning Indication/Warning Light (Front seat)
The seat belt warning light turns on if the driver or front passenger's seat is occupied and the seat belt is not fastened with the ignition switched ON.
If the driver or front passenger's seat belt is unfastened (only when the front passenger's seat is occupied) and the vehicle is driven at a speed faster than about 20 km/h (12 mph), the warning light flashes. After a short time, the warning light stops flashing, but remains illuminated. If a seat belt remains unfastened, the warning light flashes again for a given period of time.
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If the driver or front passenger's seat belt is unfastened after the warning light turns on, and the vehicle speed exceeds 20 km/h (12 mph), the warning light flashes again.
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Placing heavy items on the front passenger's seat may cause the front passenger's seat belt warning function to operate depending on the weight of the item.
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To allow the front passenger seat weight sensor to function properly, do not place and sit on an additional seat cushion on the front passenger's seat. The sensor may not function properly because the additional seat cushion could cause sensor interference.
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If a small child is seated on the front passenger's seat, the warning light may not operate.
Action to be taken
Fasten the seat belts.
Seat Belt Warning Light (Rear seat) (Red)
If the rear seat belts are not fastened while the ignition is switched ON , the driver and the passenger are alerted by the warning light.
The warning light operates even if there is no passenger on the rear seat.
If a rear seat belt is not fastened by a certain period of time after the engine has been started, the warning light turns off.
Action to be taken
Fasten the seat belts.
Door-Ajar/Liftgate-Ajar Warning Indication/Warning Light
The light turns on if any door/liftgate is not closed securely.
Action to be taken
Close the door/liftgate securely.
KEY Indicator Light (Green) (Flashing)
“Low Key Fob Battery. Replace Battery” is displayed/When the light is flashing
When the key battery is low, the indication is displayed when the ignition is switched OFF.
Action to be taken
Replace the key battery.
Message Indicated on Multi-information Display
Warning Sound is Activated
Lights-On Reminder
If the ignition is switched OFF with the exterior lights turned on and the driver’s door is opened, a sound is activated.
Operate the headlight switch to turn off the exterior lights.
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When the ignition is switched to ACC, the “Ignition Not Switched OFF (STOP) Warning Beep” (Search) overrides the lights-on reminder.
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A personalised function is available to change the sound volume for the lights-on reminder.
Refer to the Settings section in the Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.
Seat Belt Warning Beep
Front seat
If the vehicle speed exceeds about 20 km/h (12 mph) with the driver or front passenger's seat belt unfastened, a warning beep sounds continuously. If the seat belt remains unfastened, the beep sound stops once and then continues for about 90 seconds. The beep stops after the driver or front passenger's seat belt is fastened.
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Placing heavy items on the front passenger seat may cause the front passenger seat belt warning function to operate depending on the weight of the item.
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To allow the front passenger seat weight sensor to function properly, do not place and sit on an additional seat cushion on the front passenger seat. The sensor may not function properly because the additional seat cushion could cause sensor interference.
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When a small child sits on the front passenger seat, it is possible that the warning beep will not operate.
Rear seat
The warning beep only sounds if a seat belt is unfastened after being fastened.
Key Removed from Vehicle Warning Beep
Vehicles with advanced keyless function
If the key is taken out of the vehicle while the ignition is switched to ACC or ON, and all the doors are closed, a sound is activated 6 times outside of the vehicle and a sound is activated 1 time in the vehicle.
Vehicles without advanced keyless function
If the key is taken out of the vehicle while the ignition is switched to ACC or ON, and all the doors are closed, a sound is activated 1 time in the vehicle.
Make sure that you leave the vehicle while carrying the key, or switch the ignition OFF.
Touch Sensor Inoperable Warning Beep (With the advanced keyless function)
Liftgate Door-lock Switch Inoperable Warning Beep (With the advanced keyless function)
When the door-lock switch on the liftgate is pressed under any of the following conditions, a warning sound is activated.
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The ignition is switched to a position other than OFF.
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Any door is open.
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Liftgate is automatically operating. (Some Models)
Make sure that none of the above conditions are present, and then press the door-lock switch again.
Power Liftgate Warning Beep (Some Models)
If system operation precautions are necessary, the driver is notified by the warning sound.
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The beep sounds 3 times |
The conditions required for the power liftgate to operate have not been met, such as an object being stuck in the liftgate. |
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The beep sound continues |
The vehicle is being driven with the liftgate open. Stop the vehicle and close the liftgate. |
Electronic Steering Lock Warning Beep
The warning beep operates if the steering wheel is not unlocked after the push button start is pressed. (Search)
Brake System Warning Beep (With M Hybrid)
A warning beep is activated if a problem with the brake system occurs and the brakes may not work as intended. Decelerate the vehicle while checking the safety of the surrounding area, and park the vehicle in a safe place. After stopping the vehicle, contact an expert repairer (we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer).
Brake Override Warning Beep
A warning beep is activated when the accelerator pedal and brake pedal are depressed at the same time while driving. Only depress the brake pedal.
Vehicle Problem Warning Beep
If any of the following problems occur, a warning beep is activated. Check the information regarding the warning indication in the instrument cluster or on the centre display.
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Automatic transmission problem
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Increase in automatic transmission internal temperature
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M Hybrid problem
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Brake fluid amount decrease
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Engine oil level sensor problem
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Electric Parking Brake (EPB) problem
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Engine hydraulic pressure decrease
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Engine coolant temperature increase
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Engine system problem
Shift Position Warning Beep
A sound is activated when the push button start is pressed while the selector lever is in a position other than P, and the ignition is switched to ACC. Check the selector lever position.
Selector Lever Not In P or N Reminder Warning Beep (With M Hybrid)
A warning beep is activated continuously if the driver's door is opened with the selector lever in a position other than the P or N position when the engine is running. Shift the selector lever to the P or N position, or close the driver's door.
i-stop Warning Beep
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If the driver's door is opened while engine idling is stopped, the warning sound operates to notify the driver that engine idling is stopped. It stops when the driver's door is closed.
Electric Parking Brake (EPB) Warning Beep
The warning buzzer is activated under the following conditions:
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The vehicle is driven with the parking brake applied.
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The Electric Parking Brake (EPB) switch is pulled while the vehicle is driven.
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You attempt to start driving the vehicle while the conditions for releasing the Electric Parking Brake (EPB) automatically have not been met.
AUTOHOLD Warning Beep
Message is displayed and beep sound is activated simultaneously for about 5 seconds when using AUTOHOLD function or when AUTOHOLD switch is operated.
Because a problem with AUTOHOLD function has occurred, AUTOHOLD function does not operate even if AUTOHOLD switch is operated.
If the message is displayed and the beep sound is activated simultaneously, have your vehicle inspected at an expert repairer (we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer).
Vehicle Speed Alarm
The vehicle speed alarm function is designed to alarm the driver via a single beep sound and a warning indication in the instrument cluster that the previously set vehicle speed has been exceeded.
You can change the vehicle speed setting at which the warning is triggered.
Front Cross Traffic Alert (FCTA) Warning Beep (Some Models)
The Front Cross Traffic Alert (FCTA) warning beep is activated if there is a possibility of collision with a vehicle approaching from the front on the left and right sides of the vehicle.
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) Warning Beep
The Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) warning beep is activated if there is a possibility of collision with a vehicle approaching from the rear on the left and right sides of the vehicle.
Excessive Speed Warning
If the vehicle speed exceeds the speed limit sign displayed in the active driving display/instrument cluster, the area around the speed limit sign flashes in amber and the warning sound is activated at the same time. If the vehicle speed continues to exceed the displayed speed limit sign, the indication stops flashing and remains on.
Door-ajar Warning Beep
A warning beep is actived if the vehicle is driven with any door or liftgate ajar. Drive the vehicle after closing the doors and liftgate.
