Brake
Brake System
Foot Brake
Electric Parking Brake (EPB)
The EPB equipment applies the parking brake using an electric motor. When the EPB is applied, the EPB switch indicator light turns on.
Do not drive the vehicle with the EPB 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, release the EPB and verify that the EPB indicator light is turned off.
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The EPB cannot be applied or released while the vehicle battery is dead.
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If the EPB is repeatedly applied and released it may stop operating to prevent overheating of the motor. If this occurs, wait approx. 1 minute before operating the EPB switch again.
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An operation sound occurs when applying or releasing the EPB, however, this does not indicate a malfunction.
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If the EPB is not used for long periods, an automatic inspection of the system is performed while the vehicle is parked. An operation sound can be heard, however, this does not indicate a problem.
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When the EPB is applied and the ignition is switched OFF, an operation sound can be heard, however, this does not indicate a problem.
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The brake pedal may move while the EPB is being applied or released, however, this does not indicate a problem.
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If the EPB switch is continually pulled while driving the vehicle, the EPB will be applied and the EPB warning beep will be activated. When the switch is released, the EPB is released and the beep stops.
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If the EPB is applied with the ignition switched off or in ACC, the EPB indicator light in the instrument cluster and the indicator light in the switch may turn on for 15 seconds.
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When running the vehicle through an automatic car wash, it may be necessary to switch the ignition off with the parking brake released depending on the type of automatic car wash.
When applying the EPB
The EPB can be applied regardless of the ignition switch position.
Securely depress the brake pedal and pull up the EPB switch.
The EPB is applied and the EPB indicator light and the EPB switch indicator light turn on.
Refer to Warning/Indicator Lights (Search).
When releasing the EPB
The EPB can be released while the ignition is switched ON or the engine is running. When the EPB is released, the EPB indicator light and the EPB switch indicator light turn off.
EPB manual release
Securely depress the brake pedal and press down the EPB switch.
Firmly depress the brake pedal and press the EPB switch.
If the EPB switch is pressed without depressing the brake pedal, the display or indicator light in the instrument cluster notifies the driver that the brake is not depressed.
(Type A instrument cluster)
A message is displayed on the multi-information display in the instrument cluster.
Refer to Message Indicated in Multi-information Display (Search).
(Type B instrument cluster)
The brake pedal operation demand indicator light (green) in the instrument cluster turns on.
EPB automatic release
If the accelerator pedal is depressed with the EPB applied and all of the following conditions met, the parking brake is released automatically.
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The engine is running.
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The driver's door is closed.
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The driver's seat belt is fastened.
(Manual transaxle)
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The change lever is in a position other than neutral.
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The clutch pedal is depressed halfway
(Automatic transaxle)
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Selector lever is in the D, M, or R position
If something such as the driver's foot contacts the accelerator pedal with the engine running and the EPB applied, the parking brake may be released automatically. If you do not intend to drive immediately, shift the change lever (manual transaxle) to the neutral position, or shift the selector lever (automatic transaxle) to the P or N position.
Warning Light
The warning light turns on when the system has a malfunction.
Refer to Warning Indication/Warning Lights (Search).
Brake Pad Wear Indicator
When the disc brake pads become worn, the built-in wear indicators contact the disc plates. This causes a screeching noise to warn that the pads should be replaced.
When you hear this noise, consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer as soon as possible.
Do not drive with worn disc pads:
Driving with worn disc pads is dangerous. The brakes could fail and cause a serious accident. As soon as you hear a screeching noise consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
Brake Assist
During emergency braking situations when it is necessary to depress the brake pedal with greater force, the brake assist system provides braking assistance, thus enhancing braking performance.
When the brake pedal is depressed hard or depressed more quickly, the brakes apply more firmly.
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When the brake pedal is depressed hard or depressed more quickly, the pedal will feel softer but the brakes will apply more firmly. This is a normal effect of the brake assist operation and does not indicate a malfunction.
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When the brake pedal is depressed hard or depressed more quickly, a motor/pump operation noise may be heard. This is a normal effect of the brake assist and does not indicate a malfunction.
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The brake assist equipment does not supersede the functionality of the vehicle's main braking system.
AUTOHOLD
The AUTOHOLD function automatically holds the vehicle stopped, even if you take your foot off the brake pedal. This function can be best used while stopped in traffic or at a traffic light. The brakes will automatically release when you start driving again (releasing the clutch pedal while in gear (manual transaxle) or depressing the accelerator pedal (automatic transaxle)).
Do not rely completely on the AUTOHOLD function:
The AUTOHOLD function is only designed to assist the brake operation while the vehicle is stopped. Neglecting to operate the brakes and relying only on the AUTOHOLD system is dangerous and could result in an unexpected accident if the vehicle were to suddenly move. Operate the brakes appropriately in accordance with the road and surrounding conditions.
Do not release your foot from the brake pedal while the vehicle is stopped on a steep grade:
Because there is a possibility of the vehicle not being held in the stopped position by the AUTOHOLD function, the vehicle may move unexpectedly and result in an accident.
Do not use the AUTOHOLD function on slippery roads such as icy or snow-covered roads, or unpaved roads:
Even if the vehicle is held in the stopped position by the AUTOHOLD function, the vehicle may move unexpectedly and result in an accident. Operate the accelerator pedal, brakes, or steering wheel appropriately as necessary.
Immediately depress the brake pedal in the following cases:
Because the AUTOHOLD function is cancelled forcibly, the vehicle may move unexpectedly and result in an accident.
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The brake pedal operation demand warning light (red) flashes and the warning sound is activated at the same time.
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[Brake Hold Unavailable Depress Brake to Hold Position] is displayed in the multi-information display and the warning sound is activated at the same time.
Always apply the electric parking brake (EPB) when parking the vehicle:
Not applying the electric parking brake (EPB) when parking the vehicle is dangerous as the vehicle may move unexpectedly and result in an accident. When parking the vehicle, shift the selector lever to the P position (automatic transaxle vehicle) and apply the electric parking brake (EPB).
If you stop operating the accelerator pedal before the vehicle starts moving, the force holding the vehicle in the stopped position may weaken. Firmly depress the brake pedal or depress the accelerator pedal to accelerate the vehicle.
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Under the following conditions, a problem with the AUTOHOLD is occurring. Have your vehicle inspected at an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer as soon as possible.
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The brake pedal operation demand warning light (red) in the instrument cluster flashes and the warning sound is activated for about five seconds while the AUTOHOLD is operating or when you press the AUTOHOLD switch.
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A message is indicated on the multi-information display and a warning sound is activated for about five seconds while the AUTOHOLD is operating or when your press the AUTOHOLD switch.
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If the ignition is switched OFF while the AUTOHOLD is still operating, the electric parking brake (EPB) is applied automatically shift lever is shifted to R.
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(Automatic transaxle vehicle)
The AUTOHOLD is cancelled when the shift lever is shifted to R while the vehicle is on level ground, or facing up a hill or grade (as shown below).
AUTOHOLD System is Turned On
Press the AUTOHOLD switch and when the AUTOHOLD standby indicator light turns on, the AUTOHOLD function turns on.
When all of the following conditions are met, the AUTOHOLD standby indicator light turns on when the AUTOHOLD switch is pressed and the AUTOHOLD function turns on.
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The ignition is switched ON (engine is running or stopped by i-stop).
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The driver's seat belt is fastened.
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The driver's door is closed.
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There is no problem with the AUTOHOLD function.
To operate AUTOHOLD and hold the brakes
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Depress the brake pedal and bring the vehicle to a complete stop.
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The AUTOHOLD active indicator light in the instrument cluster turns on and the brakes are held.
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The vehicle is held in its stopped position even with the brake pedal released.
When all of the following conditions are met, the AUTOHOLD operates and the brakes are held.
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The ignition is switched ON (engine is running or stopped by i-stop).
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The vehicle is stopped.
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The brake pedal is being depressed.
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The AUTOHOLD active indicator light turns on.
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The accelerator pedal is not depressed.
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The driver's seat belt is fastened.
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The driver's door is closed.
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There is no problem with the AUTOHOLD function.
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The electric parking brake (EPB) is released.
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There is no problem with the electric parking brake (EPB) function.
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(Automatic transaxle vehicle)
The selector lever is in a position other than R position or the vehicle tilts forward with the selector lever in the R position.
To release AUTOHOLD and start driving the vehicle
If you do any of the following actions to resume driving the vehicle, the brakes release automatically and the AUTOHOLD active indicator light turns off.
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(Manual transaxle vehicle)
You start to release the clutch pedal with the shift lever shifted to a position other than the neutral position
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(Automatic transaxle vehicle)
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The accelerator pedal is depressed.
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The vehicle tilts rearward or the selector lever is shifted to the R position on level ground.
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If the electric parking brake (EPB) switch is pulled while the AUTOHOLD is operating, the AUTOHOLD is released and the electric parking brake (EPB) is applied. In addition, if the electric parking brake (EPB) is released under this condition, the AUTOHOLD operates to hold the brakes.
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Under the following conditions, the electric parking brake (EPB) is automatically applied and the AUTOHOLD is released. The AUTOHOLD is re-enabled when the conditions before the AUTOHOLD is released are restored.
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The driver’s seat belt is unfastened.
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The driver’s door is opened.
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When about ten minutes or longer have passed since the AUTOHOLD operation started, the electric parking brake (EPB) is automatically applied. Because the AUTOHOLD is restored when releasing the electric parking brake (EPB), the hold on the brakes by AUTOHOLD function resumes.
AUTOHOLD System is Turned Off
The vehicle is driven
Press the AUTOHOLD switch to turn off the AUTOHOLD ( AUTOHOLD standby indicator light turns off).
Brakes are held
Depress the brake pedal and press the AUTOHOLD switch to turn off the AUTOHOLD (AUTOHOLD standby indicator light and AUTOHOLD active indicator light in instrument cluster turn off).
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(Without multi-information display)
If the AUTOHOLD switch is pressed without depressing the brake pedal while the AUTOHOLD is operating (AUTOHOLD active indicator light is turned on), the brake pedal operation demand indicator light (green) in the instrument cluster turns on to notify the driver that it is necessary to depress the brake pedal.
(With multi-information display)
If the AUTOHOLD switch is pressed without depressing the brake pedal while AUTOHOLD is operating (AUTOHOLD active indicator light in instrument cluster is turned on), the message Depress Brake Pedal to Release Parking Brake is indicated on the multi-information display to notify the driver to depress the brake pedal.
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If any of the following conditions occurs while the AUTOHOLD function is operating (AUTOHOLD active indicator light is turned on), the electric parking brake (EPB) is applied automatically and the AUTOHOLD function turns off. For the electric parking brake (EPB) operation, refer to the electric parking brake (EPB) (Search).
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The ignition is switched OFF.
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There is a problem with the AUTOHOLD function.
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Emergency Stop Signal System
Your Mazda is equipped with an emergency stop signal system that is designed to determine whether you are depressing the brake pedal with greater force than during normal braking such as in a situation requiring emergency braking. If the system determines that such a situation is occurring, it flashes all the direction indicators rapidly to caution the driver of the vehicle following behind your vehicle of the sudden braking situation.
The system is cancelled when the brake pedal is released or the system determines that the brake pedal is no longer heavily depressed based on the rate at which the vehicle speed decreases.
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If you bring your vehicle to a complete stop while all the direction indicators are flashing rapidly, the rapid flashing of all the direction indicators changes back to the normal flashing pattern.
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The emergency stop signal system does not operate at vehicle speeds under about 60 km/h (37 mph).
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If the brake pedal is depressed while driving on slippery roads, the emergency stop signal system could operate causing all the turn and lane change signals to flash.
Hill Launch Assist (HLA)
HLA is a function which assists the driver in accelerating from a stop while on a slope. When the driver releases the brake pedal and depresses the accelerator pedal while on a slope, the function prevents the vehicle from rolling. The braking force is maintained automatically after the brake pedal is released on a steep grade.
For vehicles with a manual transaxle, HLA operates on a downward slope when the shift lever is in the reverse (R) position, and on an upward slope when the shift lever is in a position other than the reverse (R) position.
For vehicles with an automatic transaxle, HLA operates on a downward slope when the selector lever is in the reverse (R) position, and on an upward slope when the selector lever is in a forward gear.
Do not rely completely on HLA:
HLA is an auxiliary device for accelerating from a stop on a slope. The system only operates for about two seconds and therefore, relying only on the system, when accelerating from a stop is dangerous because the vehicle may move (roll) unexpectedly and cause an accident.
The vehicle could roll depending on the vehicle's load or if it is towing something. In addition, for vehicles with a manual transaxle, the vehicle could still roll depending on how the clutch pedal or the accelerator pedal is operated.
Always confirm the safety around the vehicle before starting to drive the vehicle.
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HLA does not operate on a gentle slope. In addition, the gradient of the slope on which the system will operate changes depending on the vehicle's load.
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HLA does not operate if the parking brake is applied, the vehicle has not stopped completely, or the clutch pedal is released.
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While HLA is operating, the brake pedal may feel stiff and vibrate, however, this does not indicate a malfunction.
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HLA does not operate while the TCS/DSC indicator light is illuminated.
Refer to Warning/Indicator Lights (Search).
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HLA does not turn off even if the TCS OFF switch is pressed to turn off the TCS.
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(Automatic Transaxle)
Although the HLA does not operate during idling stop, the vehicle roll prevention function operates to prevent vehicle roll.
