Meters and Gauges
Warning/Indicator Lights

4WD Warning Indication/Warning Light (Some Models)

Type A

The warning indication will display under the following conditions;

  • There is an abnormality with the 4WD system.

  • There is too much difference in tyre radius between the front and rear wheels.

  • The differential oil temperature is abnormally high.

  • There is a continuous large difference between front and rear wheel rotation, such as when trying to pull away from an icy surface or when trying to remove the vehicle from mud, sand or similar conditions.

When “4WD system malfunction” is indicated

Contact an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.

When “4WD system high-load” is indicated

Park the vehicle in a safe place. After a few moments, if the indication disappears, you can resume driving. If the indication does not disappear, contact an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.

Type B

The warning light will illuminate or flash under the following conditions:

  • Illuminates when there is an abnormality with the 4WD system.

  • Illuminates if there is too much difference in tyre radius between the front and rear wheels.

  • Flashes when the differential oil temperature is abnormally high.

  • Flashes when there is a continuous large difference between front and rear wheel rotation, such as when trying to pull away from an icy surface or when trying to remove the vehicle from mud, sand or similar conditions.

When illuminated

If the 4WD warning light illuminates, contact an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.

When flashing

Park the vehicle in a safe place. After a few moments, if the warning light stops flashing, you can resume driving. If the light does not stop flashing, contact an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.