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Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
When Warning/Indicator Lights Illuminate/Flash
If any warning light or the indicator light turns on/flashes, take appropriate action for each light. There is no problem if the light turns off, however if the light does not turn off or turns on/flashes again, consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
(Vehicles with type C/type D audio)
The warning contents can be verified on the audio.
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Select the
icon on the home screen to display the applications screen.
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Select the “Warning Guidance”.
If the master warning light illuminates
Type A
Displays when notification of the system malfunctions is required.
Check the message indicated in the display and consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
(Display example)
Displays as follows:
Indication in display and master warning light in instrument cluster are illuminated at same time
This indicates a malfunction with the vehicle system. Check the message indicated in the display and consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer. For details, refer to the explanations for the warning/indicator lights, in the warning/indicator lights section, which match the symbol in the upper part of the display. If a message is not indicated in the display, operate the INFO switch to display the “Warning” screen.
Type B
The light illuminates continuously if any one of the following occurs. Consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
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There is a malfunction in the battery management system.
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There is a malfunction in the brake switch.
(SKYACTIV-D 2.2)
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There is a malfunction in the engine's hydraulic control.
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There is a malfunction in the engine's timing chain.
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There is a malfunction in the blow-by heater.
If the brake system warning light illuminates
If the brake 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.
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.
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.
If the ABS warning light illuminates
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.
Refer to Battery Recharging (Search).
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The brake assist system does not operate while the ABS warning light is illuminated.
If the brake system warning light and the ABS warning light illuminate simultaneously
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 ABS warning light and brake 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.
If the electric parking brake indicator light illuminates
The light turns on when the electric parking brake is applied and the light turns off when the brake is released.
If the light remains turned on even if the electric parking brake switch is released, an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
When the light is flashing
The light flashes if the electric parking brake has a malfunction. If the light remains flashing even if the electric parking brake switch is operated, consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer as soon as possible.
If the electric parking brake warning light illuminates
The warning light illuminates when the system has a malfunction. Have your vehicle inspected at an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
If the charging system warning indication/warning light is indicated
If the warning light/indication 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.
If the engine oil warning light is indicated
This warning light indicates low engine oil pressure.
For SKYACTIV-D 2.2, the engine oil warning light also illuminates if the engine oil is extremely deteriorated.
Do not run the engine if the oil pressure is low. Otherwise, it could result in extensive engine damage.
If the light illuminates 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.
If the check engine light illuminates or flashes
If this light illuminates while driving, the vehicle may have a problem. It is important to note the driving conditions when the light illuminated and consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
The check engine light may illuminate in the following cases:
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(SKYACTIV-G 2.0, SKYACTIV-G 2.5)
The fuel tank level being very low or approaching empty.
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The engine's electrical system has a problem.
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The emission control system has a problem.
If the check engine light remains on, or it flashes continuously (SKYACTIV-G 2.0, SKYACTIV-G 2.5), do not drive at high speeds and consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer as soon as possible.
If the high engine coolant temperature warning light (red) illuminates or flashes
The light flashes when the engine coolant temperature is extremely high, and illuminates when the engine coolant temperature increases further.
Handling Procedure
Flashing light
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.
Illuminated light
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.
If the i-stop warning light (amber) illuminates or flashes
When illuminated
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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The light continues to remain on even though the i-stop OFF switch has been pressed while the engine is running.
When 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.
If the lane-keep assist system OFF Indication is indicated (Type A) (Some Models)
If the indication remains displayed even though the lane-keep assist system switch has been operated, it indicates a problem in the system. Have your vehicle inspected at an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
Always use tyres for all wheels that are of the specified size, and the same manufacture, brand, and tread pattern. In addition, do not use tyres with significantly different wear patterns on the same vehicle. If such improper tyres are used, the lane-keep assist system may not operate normally.
If the lane departure warning system (LDWS) OFF Indication/Indicator Light is indicated (Some Models)
Type A
If the indication remains displayed even though the LDWS switch has been operated, it indicates a problem in the system. Have your vehicle inspected at an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
Type B
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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It remains illuminated even though the LDWS switch has been switched off.
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Always use tyres for all wheels that are of the specified size, and the same manufacture, brand, and tread pattern. In addition, do not use tyres with significantly different wear patterns on the same vehicle. If such improper tyres are used, the LDWS may not operate normally.
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When an emergency spare tyre is used, the system may not operate normally.
If the 4WD warning indication is indicated (Some Models)
The warning indication will display under the following conditions;
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There is an abnormality with the 4WD system.
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There is too much difference in tyre radius between the front and rear wheels.
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The differential oil temperature is abnormally high.
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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.
If the automatic transaxle warning indication/warning light is indicated (Some Models)
The light/indication illuminates when the transaxle has a problem.
If the automatic transaxle warning light/warning indication illuminates, the transaxle has an electrical problem. Continuing to drive your Mazda in this condition could cause damage to your transaxle. Consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer as soon as possible.
If the power steering malfunction warning indication/indicator light is indicated
The power steering malfunction indicator light illuminates if there is a malfunction with the power steering while the engine is running.
If the indicator light illuminates, park the vehicle in a safe place immediately and stop the engine.
If the indicator light does not turn off even if the engine is restarted afterwards, consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
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If the indicator light illuminates, the power steering will not operate normally. If this happens, the steering wheel can still be operated, however, the operation may feel heavy compared to normal, and 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.
If the air bag/front seat belt pretensioner system warning light illuminates or flashes
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.
If the tyre pressure monitoring system warning light flashes (Some Models)
If the tyre pressure monitoring system has a malfunction, the tyre pressure warning light flashes for about 1 minute when the ignition is switched ON and then continues illuminating. Have your vehicle checked by an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer as soon as possible.
If the KEY warning indication/warning light (red) is indicated
Type A
“Keyless System malfunction”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 above 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).
“Set Power to OFF” is displayed
This message is displayed when the driver's door is opened without switching the ignition off.
“Key not found” is displayed
This message is displayed when any of the following operations is performed with the key out of the operational range or placed in areas inside the cabin where it is difficult for the key to be detected.
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The push button start is pressed with the ignition switched off
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The ignition is switched on
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All doors are closed without switching the ignition off
Type B
If any malfunction occurs in the keyless entry system, it illuminates continuously.
If the key warning indicator light illuminates 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 Authorised Mazda Repairer as soon as possible.
Refer to Emergency Operation for Starting the Engine (Search).
If the adaptive LED headlights warning light (amber) illuminates (Type A) (Some Models)
This light turns on if there is a malfunction in the adaptive LED headlights. Have your vehicle inspected by an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
If the high beam control system (HBC) warning light (amber) illuminates (Some Models)
This light turns on if there is a malfunction in the high beam control system (HBC). Have your vehicle inspected by an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
If the diesel particulate filter warning indication/indicator light is indicated (Some Models)
Type A
When “Soot Accumulation in DPF too high” is indicated
The particulate matter (PM) cannot be removed automatically and the amount of collected PM reaches a specified amount.
After the engine has sufficiently warmed up (engine coolant temperature of 80 °C or more), depress the accelerator pedal and drive the vehicle at a speed of 20 km/h or more for about 15 to 20 minutes to eliminate the PM.
When “DPF malfunction” is indicated
Contact an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
If the vehicle continues to be driven with “Soot Accumulation in DPF too high” indicated in the display, the particulate matter (PM) increases and the indication may change to “DPF malfunction”. If the indication changes to “DPF malfunction”, have the vehicle inspected immediately at an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer. If the vehicle is not inspected and continues to be driven, the engine may malfunction.
When “DPF malfunction” is indicated in the display, the engine output is restricted to protect the diesel particulate filter.
Type B
The diesel particulate filter indicator light illuminates when the particulate matter (PM) cannot be removed automatically and the amount of collected PM reaches a specified amount. After the engine has sufficiently warmed up (engine coolant temperature of 80 °C or more), depress the accelerator pedal and drive the vehicle at a speed of 20 km/h or more for about 15 to 20 minutes to eliminate the PM.
If the diesel particulate filter indicator light flashes, contact an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
If the vehicle is continually driven as usual with the diesel particulate filter indicator light illuminated, PM increases and the indicator light may start flashing. If the diesel particulate filter indicator light starts flashing, have the vehicle inspected immediately at an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer. If the vehicle is not inspected and continues to be driven, the engine may malfunction.
When the diesel particulate filter indicator light flashes, the engine output is restricted to protect the diesel particulate filter.
If the wrench indication/indicator light is indicated
Type A
Perform maintenance in accordance with the message.
Type B
When illuminated
The wrench indicator light illuminates when the engine oil replacement period is reached.
If the light is illuminated, replace the engine oil.
Refer to Engine Oil (Search).
When flashing (SKYACTIV-D 2.2)
The sedimentor separates water from the fuel.
If water accumulates in this filter, the warning light will flash.
When it does, consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer as soon as possible.
If the traction control system (TCS)/dynamic stability control (DSC) indicator light illuminates
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.
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In addition to the indicator light flashing, a slight labouring sound will come from the engine. This indicates that the TCS/DSC is operating properly.
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On slippery surfaces, such as fresh snow, it will be impossible to achieve high rpm when the TCS is on.
If the dynamic stability control system (DSC) OFF indicator light illuminates
If the light remains illuminated and the TCS/DSC is not switched off, take your vehicle to an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer. The DSC may have a malfunction.
If the low engine coolant temperature indicator light (blue) does not turn off
If the low engine coolant temperature indicator light remains illuminated after the engine has been sufficiently warmed up, the temperature sensor could have a malfunction. Consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
If the direction indicator/hazard warning indicator light illuminates or flashes at an abnormally high speed
If an indicator light flashes abnormally, one of the direction indicator bulbs may be burned out. Consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
If the security indicator light illuminates or flashes
If the engine does not start with the correct key, and the security indicator light keeps illuminating or flashing, the system may have a malfunction. Consult an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
If the Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) Warning Light (Amber) illuminates (Some Models)
The warning light turns on if there is a malfunction in the system while the Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) system is on. Have your vehicle inspected at an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
If the blind spot monitoring (BSM) system OFF indicator light illuminates (Some Models)
Type A
If the indication remains displayed even though the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) switch has been operated, it indicates a problem in the system. Have your vehicle inspected at an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
Type B
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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It remains illuminated even though the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) switch has been switched off.
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It turns on while driving the vehicle.
If the vehicle is driven on a road with less traffic and few vehicles that the radar sensors can detect, the system may pause (The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) OFF indication/indicator light in the instrument cluster illuminates). However, it does not indicate a malfunction.
If the lights-on indicator light flashes
The light continues to flash if the lighting system has a malfunction. Consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
If the LED headlight warning light illuminates (Some Models)
This light illuminates if there is a malfunction in the LED headlight. Have your vehicle inspected by an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
