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Seat Precautions

Seat Precautions

Seat Warmer (Some Models)

Head Restraints

Head Restraints

Non-Adjustable Head Restraints

Seat Belt Systems

Seat Belt Precautions

Seat Belt Precautions

Pregnant Women and Persons with Serious Medical Conditions

Emergency Locking Mode

Fastening the Seat Belt

Unfastening the Seat Belt

Seat Belt Warning Systems

Seat Belt Warning Systems

Seat Belt Pretensioner and Load Limiting Systems

Seat Belt Pretensioner and Load Limiting Systems

Child Restraint

Child-Restraint Precautions

Child-Restraint Precautions

Child-Restraint System Installation

Child-Restraint System Installation

Categories of Child-Restraint Systems

Child-Restraint System Types

Baby Seat Installation Position

Child Seat Installation Position

Junior Seat Installation Position

Child-Restraint System Suitability for Various Seat Positions Table

Child-Restraint System Suitability for Various Seat Positions Table

Installing Child-Restraint Systems

Installing Child-Restraint Systems

Using the Seat Belt

Using ISOFIX Anchor (Some Models)

Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) Precautions

Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) Precautions

Supplementary Restraint System Components

Supplementary Restraint System Components

How the SRS Air Bags Work

How the SRS Air Bags Work

Seat Belt Pretensioners

Passenger Air Bag

Warning Light/Beep

SRS Air Bag Deployment Criteria

SRS Air Bag Deployment Criteria

Limitations to SRS Air Bag

Limitations to SRS Air Bag

Passenger Occupant Classification System (Some Models)

Passenger Occupant Classification System (Some Models)

Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor

Constant Monitoring

Constant Monitoring

Active Bonnet precautions (Some Models)

Active Bonnet precautions (Some Models)

Operation and Handling

How the Active Bonnet Works

How the Active Bonnet Works

If the Active Bonnet Activates, Does Not Activate

Keyless Entry System

Keyless Entry System

Operational Range

Key Suspend Function

Advanced Keyless Entry System

Advanced Keyless Entry System (Some Models)

Advanced Keyless Entry System (Some Models)

Operational Range

Operational Range

Locking, Unlocking the Doors and the Boot Lid

Opening the Boot Lid

Doors and Locks

Locking, Unlocking with Auxiliary Key

Double Locking System (Some Models)

Locking, Unlocking with Request Switch (With the advanced keyless function)

Locking, Unlocking with Transmitter

Locking, Unlocking with Door-Lock Switch (Some Models)

Auto Lock/Unlock Function (Some Models)

Locking, Unlocking with Door-Lock Knob

Opening and Closing the Boot Lid

Fuel and Emission

Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions

Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions

Fuel Requirements

Deposit Cleaner

Emission Control System

Engine Exhaust (Carbon monoxide)

Fuel-Filler Flap and Cap

Fuel-Filler Flap and Cap

Steering Wheel Adjustment

Outside Mirrors

Rearview Mirror

Opening/Closing Windows

Convertible Top (Soft Top)

Convertible Top (Soft Top)

Convertible Top (Soft Top)

Convertible Top Precautions

Lowering the Convertible Top

Raising the Convertible Top

Convertible Top (Retractable Fastback)

Convertible Top (Retractable Fastback)

Convertible Top (Retractable Fastback)

Retractable Fastback Precautions

Operation Indication

Opening the Roof

Closing the Roof

Operation Conditions

Power Window Interlocking Operation

Security System

Modification and Add-On Equipment

Modification and Add-On Equipment

Immobilizer System

Immobilizer System

Theft-Deterrent System (Some Models)

Theft-Deterrent System (Some Models)

How to Arm the System

Cancelling the Intrusion Sensor (With Intrusion Sensor)

To Turn Off an Armed System

To Stop the Alarm

Saving Fuel and Protection of the Environment

Saving Fuel and Protection of the Environment

Hazardous Driving

Hazardous Driving

Rocking the Vehicle

Rocking the Vehicle

Driving In Flooded Area

Driving In Flooded Area

Towing Caravans and Trailers

Towing Caravans and Trailers

Start/Stop Engine

Ignition Switch

Ignition Switch

Push Button Start Positions

Starting the Engine

Starting the Engine

Engine Start Function When Key Battery is Dead

Emergency Operation for Starting the Engine

Turning the Engine Off

Turning the Engine Off

Emergency Engine Stop

i-stop (Some Models)

i-stop (Some Models)

i-stop Warning Light (Amber)/i-stop Indicator Light (Green)

i-stop OFF Switch

Vehicle Roll Prevention Function (Automatic transmission)

Instrument Cluster and Display

Meters and Gauges

Meters and Gauges

Odometer, Trip Meter and Trip Meter Selector (Without Multi-information Display)

Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge (Without Multi-information Display)

Fuel Gauge (Without Multi-information Display)

Instrument Panel Illumination

Outside Temperature Display (Without Multi-information Display)

Adjustable Speed Limiter (ASL) Display (Without Multi-information Display) (Some Models)

Cruise Control Set Vehicle Speed Display (Without Multi-information Display) (Some Models)

Trip Computer and INFO Switch (Without Multi-information Display)

Multi-information Display and INFO Switch (Some Models)

Multi-information Display and INFO Switch (Some Models)

Odometer, Trip Meter and Trip Meter Selector

Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge

Outside Temperature Display

Distance-to-empty

Average Fuel Economy

Current Fuel Economy

Maintenance Monitor

Vehicle Speed Alarm (Some Models)

Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) Display (Some Models)

Adjustable Speed Limiter (ASL) Display (Some Models)

Cruise Control Set Vehicle Speed Display (Some Models)

Roof Operation Display

Warning (Display Indication)

Warning/Indicator Lights

Warning/Indicator Lights

Warning Indication/Warning Lights

Indication/Indicator Lights

Wrench Indication/Indicator Lights (Some Models)

Low Engine Coolant Temperature Indicator Light (Blue)

Manual Transmission Operation

Manual Transmission Shift Pattern

Manual Transmission Shift Pattern

Gear Shift Indicator (GSI)

Automatic Transmission

Automatic Transmission Controls

Automatic Transmission Controls

Shift-Lock System

Shift-Lock System

Shift-Lock Override

Transmission Ranges

Transmission Ranges

Shift Position Indication

Active Adaptive Shift (AAS)

Manual Shift Mode

Manual Shift Mode

Gear Shift Indicator (Some Models)

Manually Shifting Up

Manually Shifting Down

Second Gear Fixed Mode

Shift Gear (Shifting) Speed Limit

Direct Mode (Some Models)

Direct Mode (Some Models)

Switches and Controls

Lighting Control

Lighting Control

Headlight High-Low Beam

Flashing the Headlights

Coming Home Light

Leaving Home Light

Headlight Levelling

Rear Fog Light (Some Models)

Rear Fog Light (Some Models)

Turn and Lane-change Signals

Turn and Lane-change Signals

Direction Indicators

Lane-change Signals

Three-flash Turn Signal

Windscreen Wipers and Washer

Windscreen Wipers and Washer

Windscreen Wipers

Windscreen Washer

Headlight Washer (Some Models)

Headlight Washer (Some Models)

Rear Window Defogger

Rear Window Defogger

Mirror Defogger (Some Models)

Hazard Warning Flasher

Hazard Warning Flasher

Brake Pad Wear Indicator

Emergency Stop Signal System

Emergency Stop Signal System

Hill Launch Assist (HLA)

Hill Launch Assist (HLA)

Antilock Brake System (ABS)

Antilock Brake System (ABS)

Traction Control System (TCS)

Traction Control System (TCS)

TCS/DSC Indicator Light

Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)

Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)

TCS/DSC Indicator Light

DSC OFF Indicator Light

i-ELOOP (Some Models)

i-ELOOP (Some Models)

i-ELOOP Indicator Light/Control Status Display

Fuel Economy Monitor

Fuel Economy Monitor (Some Models)

Fuel Economy Monitor (Some Models)

Fuel Consumption Display

Control Status Display (With i-stop Function)

Effectiveness Display (With i-stop Function)

Ending Screen Display

Fuel Economy Data Reset and Trip Meter (TRIP A) Synchronization (Linking) (Without Multi-information Display)

Drive Selection

Drive Selection (Some Models)

Drive Selection (Some Models)

Drive Selection Switch

Select Mode Indication

i-ACTIVSENSE (Some Models)

i-ACTIVSENSE (Some Models)

Camera and Sensors

Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS) (Some Models)

Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS) (Some Models)

Adaptive LED Headlights (ALH) (Some Models)

Adaptive LED Headlights (ALH) (Some Models)

To Operate the System

Manual Switching

Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) (Some Models)

Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) (Some Models)

When the System Operates

Cancelling the System

Lane Departure Warning

Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) (Some Models)

Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) (Some Models)

Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) Warning Lights/Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) Warning Beep

Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) OFF Indicator Light

Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) Switch

Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) (Some Models)

Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) (Some Models)

Adjustable Speed Limiter (ASL) (Some Models)

Adjustable Speed Limiter (ASL) (Some Models)

Adjustable Speed Limiter (ASL) Display

Adjustable Speed Limiter (ASL) Main Indication (White)/Adjustable Speed Limiter (ASL) Set Indication (Green), Adjustable Speed Limiter (ASL) Main Indicator Light (Amber)/Adjustable Speed Limiter (ASL) Set Indicator Light (Green)

Speed Limiter Warning Beep

Activation/Deactivation

Setting the System

Temporarily Cancelling the System

Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) (Some Models)

Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) (Some Models)

Radar Sensors (Rear) (Some Models)

Radar Sensors (Rear) (Some Models)

Cruise Control (Some Models)

Cruise Control (Some Models)

Cruise Control Switch

Cruise Main Indication (White)/Cruise Set Indication (Green), Cruise Main Indicator Light (Amber)/Cruise Set Indicator Light (Green)

Activation/Deactivation

To Increase Cruising Speed

To Decrease Cruising Speed

To Resume Cruising Speed at More Than 25 km/h (16 mph)

To Temporarily Cancel

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (Some Models)

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (Some Models)

System Error Activation

Tyres and Wheels

Parking Sensor System

Parking Sensor System (Some Models)

Parking Sensor System (Some Models)

Sensor Detection Range

Park Assist Sensor System Operation

Parking Sensor Warning Beep

When Warning Beep is Activated

Air-Conditioning System

Adjusting the Vents

Selecting the Airflow Mode

Control Switches

Windscreen Defrosting and Defogging

Fully Automatic Type

Fully Automatic Type

Control Switches

Operation of Automatic Air Conditioner

Windscreen Defrosting and Defogging

Sunlight/Temperature Sensor

Before Using the Audio System

Audio Control Switch (Some Models)

Audio Control Switch (Some Models)

Adjusting the Volume

Mute Switch (Some Models)

How to connect USB port/Auxiliary jack

Audio Set [Type A (non-touchscreen)]

Power/Volume/Sound Controls

Power/Volume/Sound Controls

Volume adjustment

Audio sound adjustment

Setting the time

Operating the Radio

Operating the Radio

Radio Data System (RDS)

Operating the Compact Disc (CD) Player (Some Models)

Operating the Compact Disc (CD) Player (Some Models)

Switching the display

How to use AUX mode

How to use AUX mode

How to use USB mode

How to use USB mode

Switching the display

How to use iPod mode

How to use iPod mode

Switching the display

Error Indications

Error Indications

Audio Set [Type B (touchscreen)]

Basic Operation Method

Basic Operation Method

Commander switch operation

Touch panel operation

Volume/Display/Sound Controls

Volume/Display/Sound Controls

Volume adjustment

Display setting

Audio sound adjustment

Operating the Radio

Operating the Radio

Favourites Radio

Radio Data System (RDS) (Some Models)

Operating the Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB) Radio (Some Models)

Operating the Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB) Radio (Some Models)

What is DAB radio?

DAB radio setting

Operating the Compact Disc (CD) Player (Some Models)

Operating the Compact Disc (CD) Player (Some Models)

Operating the Digital Versatile Disc (DVD) Player (Some Models)

Operating the Digital Versatile Disc (DVD) Player (Some Models)

Setting DVD functions

Setting image quality

How to use AUX mode

How to use AUX mode

How to use USB mode

How to use USB mode

Gracenote^® Database

Component Parts

Bluetooth^® Preparation

Bluetooth^® Preparation

Device selection

Deleting a device

Changing PIN code

Available Language (Some Models)

Available Language (Some Models)

Bluetooth^® Audio

Bluetooth^® Audio

Switching to Bluetooth^® audio mode

Bluetooth^® Audio Device Information Display

How to Use Aha™

How to Use Aha™

What is Aha™?

How to Use Stitcher™ Radio

How to Use Stitcher™ Radio

What is Stitcher™ Radio?

Bluetooth^® Hands-Free

Bluetooth^® Hands-Free

Receiving an Incoming Call

Receiving and Replying to Messages (available only with E-mail/SMS compatible phones)

Communication Settings

Voice Recognition

Voice Recognition

Basic Operation Method

Voice Command List

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

Things You Need to Know

Things You Need to Know

Radio Reception

Operating Tips for CD Player

Operating Tips for MP3

Operating Tips for WMA

Operating Tips for AAC

Operating Tips for OGG

Operating Tips for DVD Player

Operating Tips for USB device

Operating Tips for iPod

Interior Equipment

Interior Lights

Interior Lights

Illuminated Entry System

Accessory Socket

Accessory Socket

Storage Compartments

Storage Compartments

Back Trim Storage Box

Removable Ashtray (Some Models)

Removable Ashtray (Some Models)

Essential Information

Scheduled Maintenance

Scheduled Maintenance

Scheduled Maintenance

Maintenance Monitor

Maintenance Monitor

Maintenance Monitor (Type A audio)

Maintenance Monitor (Type B audio)

Owner Maintenance

Owner Maintenance Precautions

Owner Maintenance Precautions

Opening the Bonnet

Closing the Bonnet

Engine Compartment Overview

Engine Compartment Overview

Recommended Oil

Vehicle Engine Control Unit Reset Procedure

Inspecting Engine Oil Level

Inspecting Coolant Level

Brake/Clutch Fluid

Brake/Clutch Fluid

Inspecting Brake/Clutch Fluid Level

Window and Headlight Washer Fluid

Window and Headlight Washer Fluid

Inspecting Washer Fluid Level

Body Lubrication

Body Lubrication

Replacing Windscreen Wiper Blades

Battery Maintenance

Inspecting Electrolyte Level

Battery Recharging

Battery Replacement

Key Battery Replacement

Key Battery Replacement

Tyre Inflation Pressure

Replacing a Tyre

Replacing a Wheel

Replacing Exterior Light Bulbs

Replacing Interior Light Bulbs

Fuse Replacement

Fuse Panel Description

Appearance Care

Maintaining the Finish

Paint Damage Touch-up

Cavity Protection

Bright-Metal Maintenance

Aluminium Wheel Maintenance

Convertible Top (Soft Top) Maintenance

Convertible Top (Retractable Hardtop) Maintenance

Plastic Part Maintenance

Seat Belt Maintenance

Vinyl Upholstery Maintenance

Upholstery Maintenance

Leather Upholstery Maintenance (Some Models)

Plastic Part Maintenance

Instrument Panel Top Maintenance

Panel Maintenance

Cleaning the Window Interiors

Parking in an Emergency

Parking in an Emergency

Parking in an Emergency

Roadside Emergency Triangle Retaining Strap (Some Models)

Roadside Emergency Triangle Retaining Strap (Some Models)

Flat Tyre (Some Models)

Flat Tyre (Some Models)

How to Identify Your Tyre Type

Vehicle with Run-flat Tyres

Vehicle with Conventional Tyres

Jack (Some Models)

Emergency Flat Tyre Repair Kit (Some Models)

Emergency Flat Tyre Repair Kit (Some Models)

About the Emergency Flat Tyre Repair Kit

Using the Emergency Flat Tyre Repair Kit

Inspecting the Emergency Flat Tyre Repair Kit

Changing a Tyre

Changing a Tyre

Removing a Tyre

Mounting the Tyre

Battery Runs Out

Emergency Starting

Starting a Flooded Engine

Starting a Flooded Engine

When Fuel-Filler Flap Cannot be Opened

When Fuel-Filler Flap Cannot be Opened

When Fuel-Filler Flap Cannot be Opened

Emergency Towing

Towing Description

Towing Description

Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds

If a Warning Light Turns On or Flashes

If a Warning Light Turns On or Flashes

Stop Vehicle in Safe Place Immediately

Contact Authorised Mazda Repairer and Have Vehicle Inspected

Message Indicated in Multi-information Display (Some Models)

Message Indicated in Multi-information Display (Some Models)

Message Indicated on Display (Some Models)

Message Indicated on Display (Some Models)

Stop Vehicle in Safe Place Immediately

Verify Display Content

Warning Sound is Activated

Warning Sound is Activated

Lights-on Reminder

Air Bag/Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Beep

Active Bonnet Warning Beep (Some Models)

Seat Belt Warning Beep

Retractable Hardtop Warning Beep (Some Models)

Ignition Not Switched Off (STOP) Warning Beep

Key Removed from Vehicle Warning Beep

Request Switch Inoperable Warning Beep (With the advanced keyless function)

Key Left-in-boot Compartment Warning Beep (With the advanced keyless function)

Key Left-in-vehicle Warning Beep (With the advanced keyless function)

Electronic Steering Lock Warning Beep

i-stop Warning Beep (Some Models)

Vehicle Speed Alarm (Some Models)

120 km/h Warning Beep (Some Models)

Outside Temperature Warning Beep (Some Models)

Power Steering Warning Buzzer

Tyre Inflation Pressure Warning Beep (Some Models)

Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) System Warning Beep (Some Models)

Lane Departure Warning Sound (Some Models)

Speed Limiter Warning Beep (Some Models)

When Boot Lid Cannot be Opened

When Boot Lid Cannot be Opened

When Boot Lid Cannot be Opened

When the Roof Cannot be Closed

When the Roof Cannot be Closed

When the Roof Cannot be Closed

Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign Country

Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign Country

Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Accessories

Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Accessories

Cell Phones Warning

Cell Phones Warning

Recording of Vehicle Data

Recording of Vehicle Data

Recording of Vehicle Data

Declaration of Conformity

Declaration of Conformity

Declaration of Conformity

Keyless Entry System/Immobilizer System

Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) System

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

Bluetooth^® Hands-Free

Electromagnetic Compatibility

Electromagnetic Compatibility

Electromagnetic Compatibility

Collection/Disposal of Old Equipment/Used Battery

Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and Used Batteries

Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and Used Batteries

Information on Disposal in the European Union

Information on Disposal in Other Countries Outside the European Union

Identification Numbers

Vehicle Information Labels

Vehicle Information Labels

Vehicle Identification Number (South Africa, Arab Gulf Cooperation Council)

Chassis Number/Vehicle Identification Number (Ireland, Swaziland, Namibia, Botswana, Lesotho, U.K.)

Vehicle Emission Control Information Label (The Philippines)

Tyre Pressure Label

Conformity Plate (Arab Gulf Cooperation Council)

Electrical System

Lubricant Quality

Personalisation Features

Personalisation Features

Personalisation Features

Flat Tyre

Flat Tyre (Some Models)

Vehicle with Conventional Tyres

If the following occurs while driving, it could indicate a flat tyre.

Steering becomes difficult.
The vehicle begins to vibrate excessively.
The vehicle pulls in one direction. If a conventional tyre is punctured, refer to “Tool Storage” (Search) and “Emergency Flat Tyre Repair Kit” (Search).

Emergency Flat Tyre Repair Kit (Some Models)

Changing a Tyre

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