If any warning 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 Authorised Mazda Repairer.
(Vehicles with type C/type D audio)
The warning contents can be verified on the centre display.
If the warning light is turned on, select icon on the home screen to display the application screen.
Select “Vehicle Status Monitor” to display the current warnings.
Select “Warning Guidance” to display the current warnings.
Select the applicable warning to view the warning details.
If any of the following warning lights turns on, the system may have a malfunction. Stop the vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
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![]() Brake System Warning Light |
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.
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. Close Warning
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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. Close Caution
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![]() 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 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. Close Warning
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![]() 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. Close Caution
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![]() Engine Oil 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. Close Caution
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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. |
![]() (Red) High Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Indication/Warning Light (Some Models) |
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. Close Caution
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![]() Power Steering Malfunction Indication (Some Models) |
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 message in the display turns off after a while. Contact an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer if the message is displayed continuously.
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![]() Power Steering Malfunction Indicator Light (Some Models) |
The light illuminates/flashes if the electric power steering has a malfunction. If the light illuminates/flashes, stop the vehicle in a safe place and do not operate the steering wheel. There is no problem if the light turns off after a while. Contact an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer if the light illuminates/flashes continuously.
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If any of the following warning lights or the indicator light turns on/flashes, the system may have a malfunction. Contact an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer to have your vehicle inspected.
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![]() ABS 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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![]() Master Warning Indication/Warning Light |
Type A instrument cluster ![]() (Master warning indication) 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. (Master warning light) The master warning light displays when a warning message occurs. 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. Refer to Message Indicated in Multi-information Display and INFO switch (Search). Type B instrument cluster 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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![]() Electric Parking Brake 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. |
![]() Electric Parking Brake Indication/Indicator Light |
This warning has the following functions: Parking brake warning/Indicator light inspection The light illuminates when the electric parking brake is applied with the ignition switched to START or ON. It turns off when the electric parking brake is released. When the light is turned on 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. |
![]() Check Engine Light |
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:
If the check engine light remains on, or it flashes continuously , do not drive at high speeds and consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer as soon as possible. |
![]() Automatic Transaxle Warning Indication/Warning Light |
The indication/light illuminates when the transaxle has a problem.
If the automatic transaxle warning indication/light 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. Close Caution
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![]() 4WD Warning Indication (Some Models) |
“4WD system malfunction” is displayed The indication is displayed under the following conditions. The system may have a malfunction. Have the vehicle checked at an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
“ 4WD system high-load” is displayed The indication is displayed under the following conditions. Park the vehicle in a safe place and check that the warning indication light turns off, 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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![]() 4WD Warning Light (Some Models) |
When the light is turned on 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.
When the light is 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.
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![]() (Illuminate) TCS/DSC Indicator Light |
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/Seat Belt Pretensioner System 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. Close Warning
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![]() (Flashing) Tyre Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light (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 tyre pressure monitoring system warning light illuminates or flashes, or the tyre pressure warning beep sound is heard, decrease vehicle speed immediately and avoid sudden manoeuvring and braking: If the tyre pressure monitoring system warning light illuminates or flashes, or the tyre pressure warning beep sound is heard, it is dangerous to drive the vehicle at high speeds, or perform sudden manoeuvring or braking. Vehicle drivability could worsen and result in an accident. To determine if you have a slow leak or a flat, pull over to a safe position where you can check the visual condition of the tyre and determine if you have enough air to proceed to a place where air may be added and the system monitored again by an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer or a tyre repair station. Do not ignore the TPMS Warning Light: Ignoring the TPMS warning light is dangerous, even if you know why it is illuminated. Have the problem taken care of as soon as possible before it develops into a more serious situation that could lead to tyre failure and a dangerous accident. Close Warning
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![]() (Amber) KEY Warning Indication (Some Models) |
“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 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). Close Caution
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![]() “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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![]() (Red) (Illuminate) KEY Warning Light (Some Models) |
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 expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer as soon as possible. Close Caution
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![]() Security Indicator Light |
If the engine does not start with the correct key, and the security indicator light remains illuminated or flashing, try the following: 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. |
![]() (Amber) i-stop Warning Light (Some Models) |
When the light is turned on 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.
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. |
![]() i-ELOOP Warning Indication/Warning Light (Some Models) |
The Warning indication/Warning light turns on if there is any malfunction in the i-ELOOP system. Consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer. |
![]() (Amber) High Beam Control System (HBC) Warning Light (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.
If the windscreen area in front of the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) is fogged or obstructed, the light turns on temporarily. If the light remains turned on, there may be a problem with the system. Close Note
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![]() (Amber) Adaptive LED Headlights (ALH) Warning Light (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.
If the windscreen area in front of the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) is fogged or obstructed, the light turns on temporarily. If the light remains turned on, there may be a problem with the system. Close Note
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![]() Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) OFF Indicator Light (Some Models) |
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.
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 indicator light in the instrument cluster illuminates). However, it does not indicate a malfunction. Close Note
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![]() Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) Warning Indication (Some Models) |
This light illuminates if there is a malfunction in the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM). Have your vehicle inspected by an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
If the vehicle is driven on a road with less traffic and few vehicles that the radar sensors can detect, the system may pause. However, it does not indicate a malfunction. Close Note
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![]() (Amber) Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) Warning Indication (Some Models) |
The “Front radar sensor system malfunction” is displayed 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. |
![]() Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) OFF Indicator Light (Some Models) |
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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If the windscreen area in front of the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) is fogged or obstructed, the light turns on temporarily. If the light remains turned on, there may be a problem with the system. Close Note
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![]() (Amber) Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) & Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) Warning Indication (Some Models) |
The message is displayed when the system has a malfunction. Have your vehicle inspected at an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer. The system does not operate when the warning message is displayed.
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If the windscreen area in front of the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) is fogged or obstructed, the light turns on temporarily. If the light remains turned on, there may be a problem with the system. Close Note
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![]() (Amber) Driver Attention Alert (DAA) Warning Indication (Some Models) |
The message is displayed when the system has a malfunction. Have your vehicle inspected at an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer. |
![]() LED Headlight Warning Light (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. |
Take the appropriate action and verify that the warning light turns off.
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![]() (Illuminate) Tyre Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light (Some Models) |
When the warning light illuminates, and the warning beep sound is heard (about 3 seconds), tyre pressure is too low in one or more tyres.
If the tyre pressure monitoring system warning light illuminates or flashes, or the tyre pressure warning beep sound is heard, decrease vehicle speed immediately and avoid sudden manoeuvring and braking: If the tyre pressure monitoring system warning light illuminates or flashes, or the tyre pressure warning beep sound is heard, it is dangerous to drive the vehicle at high speeds, or perform sudden manoeuvring or braking. Vehicle drivability could worsen and result in an accident. To determine if you have a slow leak or a flat, pull over to a safe position where you can check the visual condition of the tyre and determine if you have enough air to proceed to a place where air may be added and the system monitored again by an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer or a tyre repair station. Do not ignore the TPMS Warning Light: Ignoring the TPMS warning light is dangerous, even if you know why it is illuminated. Have the problem taken care of as soon as possible before it develops into a more serious situation that could lead to tyre failure and a dangerous accident. Close Warning
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Inspect the tyres and adjust to the specified inflation pressure (Search).
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![]() Smart Brake Support/Smart City Brake Support (SBS/SCBS) Warning Light (Some Models) |
The light turns on if the windscreen or the radar sensor are dirty, or there is a malfunction in the system. |
Verify the reason why the warning light is illuminated on the centre display. If the reason why the warning light is illuminated is due to a dirty windscreen, clean the windscreen. If the warning light is illuminated because of a dirty radar sensor, clean the front emblem. For any other reasons, have the vehicle inspected at an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer. |
![]() Low Fuel Warning Indication/Warning Light |
The light turns on when the remaining fuel is about 9.0 L (2.3 US gal, 1.9 Imp gal).
The light illumination timing may vary because fuel inside the fuel tank moves around according to the driving conditions and the vehicle posture. Close Note
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Add fuel. |
![]() 120km/h Warning Light (Some Models) |
The 120 km/h warning light illuminates when the vehicle speed exceeds 120 km/h. |
Lower the vehicle speed. |
![]() Seat Belt 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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Fasten the seat belts. |
![]() (Red) Seat Belt Warning Light (Rear seat) (Some Models) |
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. Close Note
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Fasten the seat belts. |
![]() Low Washer Fluid Level Warning Indication/Warning Light (Some Models) |
This warning light indicates that little washer fluid remains. |
Add washer fluid (Search). |
![]() Door-Ajar/Boot lid-Ajar/Liftgate-Ajar Warning Indication/Warning Light |
The light turns on if any door/boot lid/liftgate is not closed securely. |
Close the door/boot lid/liftgate securely. |
KEY Warning Light (Some Models)
Take the appropriate action and verify that the warning light turns off.
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The key battery is dead. |
Replace the key battery (Search). |
The key is not within the operation range. |
Bring the key into the operation range (Search). |
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The key is placed in areas inside the cabin where it is difficult for the key to be detected. |
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A key from another manufacturer similar to the key is in the operation range. |
Take the key from another manufacturer similar to the key out of the operation range. |
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Without the ignition switched off, the key is taken out of the cabin, and then all the doors are closed. |
Bring the key back into the cabin. |