Mazda 3 Quick Start Guide

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Your new Mazda deserves nothing less than the very best. To keep it running like
new for years to come, trust the experts at your local Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Simply bring your vehicle in for your scheduled maintenance and any needed repairs.*

At participating Mazda Full Circle Service Centers,** our technicians will
automatically perform a complimentary Full Circle inspection on your vehicle
and issue a detailed report card at every visit. This is designed to help you keep
track of your Mazda’s critical operating condition. Our factory-trained technicians
know your vehicle inside out and use Genuine Mazda Parts, giving your vehicle
the optimum care and maintenance it requires to run with flawless precision.

Remember to further enhance your driving experience, visit your local Mazda
Service Center for your scheduled maintenance. It’s also the place where you can
find a wide variety of tires, parts and accessories that are just right for your vehicle.

*See vehicle’s scheduled-maintenance program for details.
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scroll down and click on “Service & Parts”, and scroll down to “Mazda FULL CIRCLE SERVICE”.

Customer Experience Center: 1-800-222-5500
Roadside Assistance Contact: 1-800-866-1998

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expert Mazda service.

You love to drive your Mazda, and we love to service your Mazda. With our Full
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Your Mazda will receive a thorough review of its most crucial components.

This easy-to-use Smart Start Guide is intended to help you more fully appreciate some of the
unique features and functions of your new vehicle. However, it is not intended to replace your
Owner’s Manual. The Owner’s Manual contains more detailed information to help you better
understand the important safety warnings, features, operation, and maintenance of your vehicle.
All information, specifications, photographs and illustrations in this publication are those in effect at
the time of printing. Mazda reserves the right to change specifications or design without obligation.

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THE MAZDA3 | DRIVING MATTERS

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Link to Mazda3 Digital Owner’s Manual:
http://2017Mazda3ownersmanual.MazdaUSA.com

SMART START GUIDE

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Driver’s View

LDWS

DSC

OFF

LIGHTING/

TURN SIGNALS

(P. 21)

TPMS

SET

(P. 6)

(P. 25)

BLUETOOTH®

HANDS-FREE/

AUDIO

(PP. 13-14, 29- 30)

ACTIVE
DRIVING
DI S PLAY

(P. 37)

ILLUMINATION

DIMMER

(PP. 34, 36 )

TRUNK

RELEASE

FUEL DOOR

RELEASE

HOOD

RELEASE

TILT/TELESCOPING

STEERING WHEEL LEVER

CRUISE

CONTROL

This easy-to-use SMART START GUIDE provides information on some unique
features and functions of your new vehicle. Additional features are available at
www.mymazda.com and the MyMazda app -> VEHICLE HOW TO. Complete

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information on features and functions is available in your Owner’s Manual.

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WIPER/

WASHER

(P. 26)

HAZARD

WARNING

START/STOP

ENGINE BUTTON

(P. 4)

HE AT E D

STEERING

WHEEL

(P. 8)

NAVIGATION/AUDIO

(WITH MAZDA CONNECT)

(PP. 9-10, 15-16, 29 -30 )

CLOCK

(P. 10)

SE AT WA R MER S CLIMATE CONTROL

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this is that the sens or has determined that an adult is not sittin g in the front passe nger seat.
NOTE: If a smaller adult sits on the front passenger seat, the sensors might detect the adult as being

a child depending on the person’s physique and may deactivate the front passenger’s front/side
airbags and seat belt pretensioner. Always wear your seat belt and secure children in the rear seats in
appropriate child restraints. See the Owner’s Manual for important information on this safety feature.

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This indicator light turns on to remind you that the front pa sseng er’s front /side

airbags and seat belt pretensioner will not deploy during a collis ion. The reason for

(P. 32)

PASSENGER
AIRBAG OFF

INDICATOR

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2

Key

ADVANCED KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (if equipped)

This system allows you to lock and unlock the doors without taking
the key out.

While Carrying the Advanced Key…

• Unlock the driver’s door by

pushing the driver’s door request
switch once.

• Unlock all doors by pushing

the driver’s door request switch
once or twice (depending on
personalization setting)
OR by pushing the passenger’s
door request switch once.

• Lock all doors (and liftgate) by

pushing any request switch once.

• Open the trunk or liftgate by

pushing the opener switch once
(located a little to the right of the
center of the vehicle).

CAUTION: RED KEY indicator

light

may illuminate if advanced
key is placed in the cup holder. The
key may not be detected in the
cup holder.

Door Request Switch

Advanced Key
Lock

Unlock

(4-door sedan only)

Electric Trunk

Lid Opener

Tru n k

Panic Alarm

CAUTION:

• Make sure the vehicle is OFF and

take the keyless entry system key
with you when leaving the vehicle.

Liftgate

Request

Switch

Elec. Liftgate

Opener

• When locking doors using inside

door switches or inside door
lock knobs, be careful not to
leave the key inside the vehicle.

NOTE: Refer to your Owner’s

Manual for additional details about
“Personalization Features”.

NOTE: Vehicles equipped with the Advanced Keyless Entry System and the Keyless

Entry System both use the same type of keyless entry transmitter. However, only vehicles
equipped with the Advanced Keyless Entry System allow you to lock and unlock the
doors with the door request switches (without taking the key out of your purse or pocket).

Vehicles equipped with the Keyless Entry System do not have request switches
on the doors/trunk. To lock and unlock the doors, the corresponding transmitter

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button must be pushed.

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Starting the Engine

STARTING THE ENGINE WITH
ACCELERATED WARM-UP SYSTEM (AWS)

The Mazda3 is equipped with SKYACTIV combustion technology.
This technology includes AWS (Accelerated Warm-up System) for
optimal emission performance during cold starting conditions.

NOTE: You can drive the vehicle during AWS activation, there is no need

to wait.

While Carrying the Key…

• Start the engine by pushing the START/STOP

ENGINE button while pushing the clutch pedal
(M/T ) or the brake pedal (A /T).

• What will you notice? On start-up, the engine

speed and sound are higher (1500 RPM) for less
than one minute to quickly bring the catalyst to
efcient operating temperature. The RPM will reduce
to idle once the temperature is achieved. This is
normal engine operation under cold-start conditions.

• What does this do? This heats up the catalytic converter faster to

reduce emissions and allows Mazda to use an exhaust header on the
engine (to improve efciency and horsepower).

• Shut the engine OFF by making sure the vehicle is in Park (A/ T) and

setting the parking brake, then push the START/STOP ENGINE button.

• Activate Accessories (ACC) by pushing the START/STOP ENGINE

button once without pushing the clutch or brake pedal.

• Turn the ignition to the ON position by pushing the START/STOP

ENGINE button twice without pushing the clutch or brake pedal.

START/STOP

Indicator Light

Emergency Engine Stop

Pushing and holding the START/STOP ENGINE button or repeatedly pushing
the button while the engine is running will turn the engine OFF. Use only in
case of an emergency.

NOTE: The engine may not star t if the key cannot be detected. The Key

Indicator Light may ash RED or “Key not detected” may be displayed if the key
is placed in the cup holder.

If the START/STOP ENGINE button indicator light ashes AMBER, this
could indicate a problem with the engine starting system. You may not
be able to star t the engine or switch the ignition to ACC or ON. Have your
vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.

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Electric Parking Brake

ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE

The electric parking brake equipment applies the parking brake using an
electric motor.

Indicator Light

Applying the electric parking brake:

The electric parking brake can be applied regardless of the ignition
switch position.

1 Pull the electric parking brake switch UP to apply the brake.

Releasing the electric parking brake:

The electric parking brake can be released while the ignition is switched ON
or while the engine is running.

1 Depress the brake pedal.
2 Push the electric parking brake switch DOWN to release the brake.

Electric parking brake automatic release:

The parking brake is released automatically when the accelerator pedal
is depressed and all of the following conditions are met:

• The engine is running.

• The driver’s door is closed.

• The driver’s seat belt is fastened.

• The selector lever is in the D, M or R position.

FUEL ECONOMY:

To achieve the

best fuel economy, visit

www.fueleconomy.gov

for more information.

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Tires

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)

For your safety, the Mazda3 is equipped with TPMS that detects low
tire pressure in one or more tires. If the tire pressure starts getting
low in one or more tires, the system alerts the driver by turning on a
light in the instrument cluster (pp. 33-36) and sounding an alarm.

What to do? Don’t ignore the TPMS warning light. Stop and check your tire

pressure (when the tires are cold) and inate them to the proper pressure.
Properly inated tires are safer, last longer, and increase fuel economy.

In the following cases, the TPMS must be “initialized” so the system can
operate normally.

• The tire pressure is adjusted (up or down) in one or more tires.

• A tire rotation is performed.

• Any tire or wheel is replaced.

• The vehicle’s battery is disconnected, replaced or completely dead.

Initialization Process (TPMS Warning Light is Illuminated)

1 Park the vehicle in a safe place and rmly apply the parking brake.
2 Let the tires cool, then adjust the tire pressure to

the specied pressure (see tire label located on
the driver’s side door opening) on all four (4) tires.

3 Switch the ignition ON, but leave the vehicle parked.
4 Push and hold the TPMS “Set Switch”

(left side of dash) until the TPMS warning light
in the instrument cluster ashes twice and a beep
sound is heard once.

CAUTION: If the TPMS “Set Switch” is pushed without adjusting the tire

pressure, the system cannot detect the normal tire pressure. The TPMS
warning light may not turn on, even if the tire pressure is low, or it may turn on
if the tire pressure is normal.

NOTE: Drastic changes in temperature or altitude can affect the pressure in the

tires, causing the TPMS warning light to turn on. Verify the tire pressures when
driving through extreme temperature or altitude changes.

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Seats and Headrests

FR O NT SEATS
Headrests

For your safety, the front seats are equipped with active headrests that
are not adjustable forward or backward, only up and down. An active
headrest is designed to move forward in the event of a collision to close
the gap between your head and the headrest (to prevent whiplash).

Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support Adjustment
(if equipped)

To increase the lumbar support, move the lever
upward. Move the lever downward to decrease
lumbar support.

REAR SEATS

Folding rear seatbacks down:

4-door sedan

1 Check that rear seats are clear

of objects.

2 Open the trunk and pull the left

and/or right side remote handle lever(s).

3 Open a rear door and fold the

seatback forward.

5‐door hatchback

Push the button to fold
down the seatback.

Remote Handle

4-door

NOTE: For tall drivers and front passengers who

adjust the front seats all the way back, the headrests
on the rear seats need to be removed when folding the
rear seatbacks down. If not removed, the rear headrest
will press into the front seatback. In order to remove the
headrest from the rear seat, the seatback needs to be
tilted slightly forward.

Returning rear seats to upright position:

1 Install the headrest (if removed).

2 Raise the seatbacks until they lock into position.

3 Pull on the top of the seatbacks to make sure they are locked.

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4 Check that all seat belts are routed properly for passenger use.

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Heated Steering Wheel and Mirror

Heated Steering Wheel (if equipped)

The grips on the left and right of the
steering wheel can be warmed.

Heated

Area

Heated Steering

Wheel Switch

To turn heated steering wheel on, push

the switch and the light will illuminate.

To turn heated steering wheel off, push
the switch and the light will turn off.

AUTO-DIMMING MIRROR AND HOMELINK®

AUTO-DIMMING MIRROR AND HOMELINK®

HomeLink

®

Auto-Dimming
Indicator Light

Rear

Light

Sensor

On Off

Auto-Dimming

On

Auto-Dimming

Off

Auto-Dimming Mirror

• Auto-dimming will automatically darken your rearview mirror and outside

driver’s mirror to reduce headlight glare from vehicles behind you.

• Auto-dimming is activated every time the engine is started.

NOTE:

In addition to the auto-dimming mirror’s rear light sensor, there is also a
front light sensor (not shown). Do not place or hang any objects over the front or rear
mirror light sensors; otherwise, the auto-dimming mirror will not operate properly.

HomeLink

®

• This feature provides a convenient way to replace up to three

transmitters such as garage door openers, home lighting remotes
and other radio frequency devices.

• Refer to your Owner’s Manual for complete programming details.

NOTE:

Genuine Mazda Accessory Auto-Dimming Mirror with Compass and

HomeLink

®

is available at your Authorized Mazda Dealer.

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Mazda Connect Infotainment System

MAZDA CONNECT INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM

MAZDA CONNECT is designed to be operated
using one of the following three inter faces:

1 The commander switch (p. 11).

2 The touchscreen.

NOTE:

• In the interest of safety and to avoid distracted driving, the touchscreen
is disabled at speeds over 5 mph. Use the commander switch
or voice control to operate the infotainment system.

• You can touch and tap, slide or swipe the touchscreen, but cannot pinch.

3 Voice control (p. 12).

Tal k

Push TALK button
and say “Entertainment.”

Push TALK button
and say “Applications.”

Push TALK button and
say “Communication.”

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Push TALK button
and say “Navigation.”

Push TALK button
and say “Settings.”

NOTE:

These types of
Warning screens
appear if there is
a problem with
the vehicle.

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Mazda Connect Settings

MAZDA CONNECT SETTINGS

To view the different setting screens and customize your MAZDA
CONNECT to suit your individual preferences and needs:

1 Move the commander switch to the left or right to change tabs.
2 When the desired tab is highlighted, push the knob of the

commander switch down.

3 Turn the dial of the commander switch to scroll down the list.

NOTE: If there is a scroll bar on the right side, there are more items far ther down.

Display Settings

Use the system to change
the brightness of the Display
between Day (bright), Night
(dim), and AUTO (switches
from Day to Night when
headlights are turned ON).

See illumination dimmer (pp. 33-36).

Sound Settings

Vehicle Settings System Settings

Active Driving Display Settings

Safety Settings

Device Settings

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Commander Switch

COMMANDER SWITCH (if equipped)

The commander switch is the primary means for operating MAZDA
CONNECT. It allows you to keep your head up and eyes on the road.

The control places ve buttons naturally beneath the ve ngers. Select a
button around the commander switch knob to operate the desired system.

AUDIO

HOME

BACK

(to previous screen)

Select an item on the screen by:

1 Moving the knob up or down, left or right,

and/or turning the dial to move the cursor
to the desired on-screen location (and get a
description of the icon).

2 Pushing the knob down (ENTER) to select

your choice on the screen.

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NAVIGATION

ENTER

MUTE (push down)/
VOLUME (turn dial)

FAVORITES

The following can be
stored in Favorites:

• 50 stations total for
AM, FM, and XM.

• 50 contacts in the
system phonebook.

• 50 points of interest
in navigation.
(To edit or delete
HOME, select HOME
and push and hold the
commander switch knob
until the Edit/Delete
HOME screen appears.)

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Voice Control

VOICE CONTROL

Voice control is activated by pushing the TALK button on the steering
wheel and speaking a command. Voice commands usually contain a verb
(action word) followed by a noun. Common verbs are “Go to” and “Play”.

TAL K

SOME COMMON VOICE COMMANDS ARE:

• Call “name” mobile

• Dial “number”

• Address-pause-“street
address, city, state”

• Help

Go to (and one of the following):

• Home

• Entertainment

• Navigation

• Communication

• Settings

Play (and one of the following):

• AM/FM

<station number>

• XM <channel
number>

• Cancel

• Go Back or Previous

• Next or Skip

• Tutorial

• Scroll/Page Down

• Scroll/Page Up

• Messages

• Contacts

• Email

• Phone

• Call History

• CD

• Bluetooth

• AUX

• USB

• Pandora

• Text

• AM/FM

• XM

• CD

• Bluetooth

• Aha

• Stitcher

• Song

• Playlist

• Artist

• Turn Display/Screen Off

• Select “line number”
(ex: “Select Four” or

“Select Line Four”

• Display Clock

• AUX

• USB

• Pandora

• Aha

• Stitcher

• Album

• Genre

• Folder

NOTE: After becoming familiar with the system, you can skip the voice prompts

by pushing the TALK button again.

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Bluetooth

®

PAIRING YOUR BLUETOOTH® PHONE OR AUDIO DEVICE

NOTE:

• For safety reasons, you cannot pair a phone while driving.

• For customer service and device compatibility, visit

www.mazdausa.com/mazdaconnect or call 800-430-0153.

• When in range of another Wi-Fi device, the Bluetooth connection between your

phone and the system may disconnect for a short time if you have Wi-Fi enabled.
Turn off Wi-Fi on your phone if needed.

Pairing Instructions:

1 Manually turn on Bluetooth on your phone or audio device.
2 Select Communication from the Home screen.
3 Select Settings.
4 Select Bluetooth.
5 Select Add New Device, and switch to the

operation on your mobile device.

6 On your mobile device, select “Mazda”.

7 Verify the displayed 6-digit code both on the display and on your mobile device.

For iPhone:

8 Select “Pair” on the phone and select “Yes” on the system.

For phones compatible with SMS and MMS:

9 On your mobile device, hit “Allow” to let Mazda Connect download your

phonebook and text messages (SMS).

IMPORTANT:

If your mobile device was paired to any Mazda vehicle in the past, “Mazda” on the

•

Bluetooth device list on your mobile device must be deleted.

10 For iPhone, go to Settings>Bluetooth. Select the “i” information icon for the

connected device. Switch “Show Notications” to ON.

NOTE: Some phone models do not support all features. If your phone or

device does not pair, please visit www.mazdausa.com/mazdaconnect or contact
[phone] for further assistance or to report a phone/audio device concern.

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TO MAKE OR RECEIVE A HANDS-FREE CALL

Push

• To receive/swap a call.

Push

• To start voice recognition session

• To skip system’s voice guidance

Push

• To end voice recognition session

Automatic Bluetooth
Reconnection:

• On engine start, the last

• To switch phones, go to Device Settings and select Bluetooth.

For a stable Bluetooth connection:

• Make sure there is no metal object nor any obstacle blocking Bluetooth

• Turn OFF unnecessary applications on your mobile device. When your

• Turn OFF energy saving mode on your mobile device.

button:

button: To talk

TALK

button: To hang up

Receive

/Swap

HANG UP

(or push button to end a call)

connected device will
automatically be re-connected
after several seconds.

NOTE: In the event the system does not auto reconnect the device, manually

reconnect under devices menu.

signal between the vehicle’s display and your mobile device.

mobile device is busy, it often drops Bluetooth connection.

NOTE: Some phone models do not support all features. If your phone or

device does not pair, please visit www.mazdausa.com/mazdaconnect or contact
[phone] for further assistance or to report a phone/audio device concern.

The following icons are displayed on the touchscreen during a call:

Ends a call.
Transfers a call from hands‐

free to the mobile phone.
Transfers a call from the

mobile phone to hands‐free.

Mutes the microphone.

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Switches the call on hold.

Allows transmitting DTMF (Dual
Tone Multi‐Frequency) signal via
the numerical keypad (generally
to a home telephone answering
machine or an automated
guidance call center).

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Navigation System

NAVIGATION SYSTEM (if equipped)

Planning A Route

IM P O R TA NT:

• In the interest of safety and to reduce

distractions while you are driving, you should
always plan a route before you star t driving.

• To adjust the volume of the navigation system

voice while driving, adjust the volume by
turning the VOL knob when voice guidance is
being given. To prompt voice guidance, push
the NAVI button to repeat the last instruction.

ICON Voice Control Purpose

Hide/Show

Menu Bar

Enter

Destination

Navigation

Information

Cancel To cancel an existing way point/route.

Point of
Interest

Route Options

View Mode

Settings To adjust the navigation settings.

To open and close the Menu bar.

To enter an address or favorite destination, or select
a place of interest or a location on the map.

To switch to the navigation information screen on
which items such as trafc information and GPS
reception conditions are located.

To nd places nearby.

To display the route parameters and full length of the
route. Perform route-related actions such as edit or
cancel, pick route alternatives, avoid parts, and add
destination to Favorites.

To change the map mode
(2D north up / 2D heading up / 3D).

To plan a route on your navigation system, do the following:

1 Push the NAV button on the commander switch.
2 Select NEW DESTINATION.

3 Select Find Address.

NOTE: By default, the navigation system detects the country and city/town

you are in. If needed, you can change the country or state setting by selecting
Countr y or a new city/town by selecting City or Zip code.

4 Enter the street name.
5 Enter the house number, then select the

.

6 The system transitions to a screen where the input location can be

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checked. To go to the next screen, select
previous screen, select

.

Select, or to return to the

www.MazdaUSA.com

NOTE: Select Places Nearby for POIs (points of

interest) around the selected location, or select Add to

Favorites to register the selected location to Favorites.

NOTE: The route can

be edited by selecting
other options.

7 If Go is selected or if no operation is performed for 10 seconds, the

route guidance will start. The set route can be checked by selecting MAP.

Planning A Route Using Voice Commands

You can navigate to any of the following places using voice commands:

• An address, including home

• Favorites

• Cities and towns

• POI (Point of Interest) categories

• POIs for name brands of, for
example, restaurants, gas stations,
car rental and gyms

• A recent destination

NOTE: POI searches for points of interest near your present location.

To plan a route to an address using your voice, do the following:

1 Push the TALK button on the steering wheel.
2 After you hear the beep, you can say, for example “Address”.
3 When on an address screen, say the full address (without zip code) for

your destination, for example “123 Main St., Los Angeles, California”.
The system does not recognize zip codes.

4 Say “Yes” if the address is correct. If shown a list of addresses, say the

list number for the correct address or say “None of these”.

NOTE:

• For best results, say the full address without pausing between words.

• Voice guidance can be skipped by pushing the TALK button.

• When prompt voice guidance is muted, you will need to go into navigation settings

to turn the volume back on for the NAVI button to repeat the last instructions.

To remove or insert the MAP SD card (to update the map database):

1 Turn the vehicle ignition OFF.
2 Locate the SD card slot inside the center console.

• Remove card: Open the cover and push the
card once, then pull it out.

• Insert card: Push the card in (label-side up),

SD Card

then close the cover.

• Visit www.mazdausa.com/navigation and download the most recent map

available for your device for free for three years from vehicle delivery.

• For issues with the navigation system, visit

www.mazdausa.com/mazdaconnect or call 800-430-0153.

• Only use your MAP SD card for operating and updating your navigation
system. Do not insert the MAP SD card into another vehicle or into any
other device such as a camera.

• Do not put other SD cards in this slot.

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Mazda Radar Cruise Control

MAZDA RADAR CRUISE CONTROL (MRCC) SYSTEM (if equipped)

The MRCC system maintains vehicle speed and following distance using
a radar sensor to detect a vehicle ahead. The driver simply presets the
vehicle speed between 19 mph and 9 0 mph and the system will maintain a
safe following distance without having to turn the cruise control off.

Vehicle ahead display
MRCC Distance

between vehicle display

MRCC Set vehicle speed

The system operates in two modes,

Constant Speed and Headway Control modes:

Constant Speed Mode

When no vehicle is detected ahead,

the driver’s set speed is maintained.

Headway Control Mode

When a vehicle is detected ahead,

a distance between your vehicle and

the vehicle ahead is maintained.

Setting the MRCC

When the Mode switch is pushed,
the vehicle speed and the distance
between vehicles while in headway
control can be set. The MRCC
indication is shown in the Active
Driving Display.

NOTE: The radar for the MRCC is

located behind the Mazda emblem in
the grill. Keep this area clean to avoid
the system not working properly.

MRCC WARNING: MRCC shuts off when it reaches the low mph limit. “BRAKE”

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Distance

Control

(Longer

/Shorter )

MODE

Cruise
Control

(Set+/Set-)

Resume

CANCEL
/OFF

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How to set the speed:

1 Adjust the vehicle to the desired speed using the accelerator pedal.
2 Push the SET + or SET – switch. The set speed and the inter-vehicle

distance display lled with white lines is displayed in the Active Driving
Display and the MRCC indicator light (green) turns on simultaneously.

Travel Status

During travel at

constant speed

During travel under

headway control

Display

How to set the distance between vehicles:

The distance between vehicles is set to a shorter distance by pushing

switch and a longer distance by pushing the switch. The

the
distance-between-vehicles can be set to four levels.

Distance between
vehicles guideline

(at 50 mph)

Long

(about 164ft)

Medium

about 131ft)

(

Short

(about 98ft)

Extremely Short

(about 82ft)

Display

CAUTION: Do not rely completely on the MRCC system and always

drive carefully obeying the speed limit.

NOTE: The MRCC sometimes will brake your vehicle when passing a semi truck (tractor

trailer). This is normal. Simply press the accelerator pedal to override the system.

Switching to conventional cruise control function:

When the Mode switch is pushed while the Mazda Radar Cruise Control
(MRCC) system is turned on, the system is switched to conventional cruise
control function.

The Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) indicator light (green) in the
instrument cluster turns off and “Radar Cruise Control deactivated”
message is displayed in the multi-information display at the same time.

CLOSE PROXIMITY WARNING

While traveling in headway control, if your vehicle rapidly closes
in on a vehicle ahead because the other driver applied his or
her brakes suddenly, a warning sound activates and the BRAKE! warning
is indicated in the display. Always verify the safety of the surrounding area
and depress the brake pedal while keeping a safe distance from the vehicle
ahead. Additionally, always keep a safe distance from the vehicles behind you.

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Smart City Brake Support

SMART CITY BRAKE SUPPORT (SCBS) SYSTEM (if equipped)

Between speeds of 2 to 18 mph, the Smart City Brake Support attempts
to minimize damage if a collision is unavoidable. In some instances,
SCBS may be able to stop the vehicle automatically to avoid a collision
with the vehicle ahead.

Partial list of operating conditions:

• During vehicle speeds of 2 to 18 mph (brake control) or 2 to 50 mph

(rear-end collision warning)

• The driver does not react quickly enough and may hit the vehicle ahead.

• The Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) system has not

been turned off.

Refer to your Owner’s Manual for a complete list of SCBS
operating conditions and system details.

NOTE: It may be possible to avoid a collision if the relative speed between
your vehicle and the vehicle ahead is less than 12 mph.

WARNING: SCBS is only a supplementary system to reduce damage in the

event of a collision; however, the SCBS has limitations. Do not rely solely on the
SCBS. Always keep your eyes on the road.

Forward Sensing Camera

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SCBS system can be turned off using Safety Settings
in MAZDA CONNECT (see page 10).

Smart Brake Support

SMART BRAKE SUPPORT (SBS) (if equipped)

At speeds of 10 mph or higher, the Smart Brake Support alerts the
driver of a possible collision and attempts to reduce the severity of
an imminent collision with the vehicle ahead. SBS operates when the
vehicle is traveling at speeds higher than the range of the SMART
CITY BRAKE SUPPORT (SCBS).

Partial list of operating conditions:

• During vehicle speeds of 10 mph or higher.

• If the vehicle is accelerating rapidly and comes close to the vehicle ahead.

• The Smart Brake Support (SBS) system has not been turned off.

Refer to your Owner’s Manual for a complete list of SBS operating conditions
and system details.

Forward Sensing Camera

Radar sensor

SBS system can be turned off using Safety Settings in MAZDA CONNECT
(see page 10).

WARNING: SBS is only a supplementary system to reduce damage in the

event of a collision; however, the SBS has limitations. Do not rely solely on the
SBS. Always keep your eyes on the road.

Collision Warning

If there is a possibility of a collision with a vehicle ahead or
an obstruction at the rear of the vehicle, a warning sound is
activated intermittently and a warning light in the instrument
cluster ashes at the same time as a warning indication is
displayed in the active driving display.

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Lane-keep Assist System and
Lane Departure Warning System

LANE-KEEP ASSIST SYSTEM (LAS) and
LANE DEPARTURE WARNING SYSTEM (LDWS) (if equipped)

The Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) and Lane Departure
Warning System (LDWS) recognize the painted lane lines
using the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) installed
on the windshield.

If the vehicle deviates from its lane at speeds above
37 mph, the system alerts the driver to provide
steering assistance and uses the following indications
to help the driver stay within the lines.

NOTE: Any driver input (e.g., turn signal, steering or acceleration) will cancel warning.

WARNING: LDWS is only a supplementary system to

warn the driver that the vehicle may be deviating from
its lane; however, the LDWS has limitations. Do not rely
solely on the LDWS. Relying solely on the LDWS may
cause an unexpected accident resulting in death or
serious injur y. Always pay attention to the direction in

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which the vehicle is traveling and drive safely.

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Use the LDWS switch to
turn system ON or OFF.

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Distance Recognition Support System

DISTANCE RECOGNITION SUPPORT SYSTEM (DRSS)
(if equipped)

The Distance Recognition Support System (DRSS) measures the distance
between your vehicle and a vehicle ahead using a radar sensor (front) while
the vehicle speed is 19 mph or faster and indicates a recommended distance
to maintain between the vehicles. Furthermore, if your vehicle approaches a
vehicle ahead more closely than the appropriate distance to maintain between
the vehicles, the vehicle ahead indication in the display is illuminated in amber
to advise the driver to keep a safe distance from the vehicle ahead.

Vehicle ahead display

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Blind Spot Monitoring System

BLIND SPOT MONITORING (BSM) SYSTEM (if equipped)

The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system is designed to assist the driver
by monitoring the blind spots to the rear of the vehicle on both sides.

• If your vehicle speed is about 6 mph or more, the BSM will warn

you of vehicles in the detection area by illuminating the BSM
warning lights located on the left and right door mirrors.

• If you operate a turn signal in the direction of an illuminated BSM

warning light, the system will also warn you with a beep (depending on
personalization setting) and warning light ash.

• BSM sensors are located under the left and right rear bumper areas.

The BSM system may not operate properly if the rear bumper gets too
dirty, so keep the rear bumper area clean and free of bumper stickers.

NOTE: BSM sound can be personalized without turning off the system to High, Low, or Off.

Turning BSM System Off

Turning the BSM system off will turn off both the light and sound indicators.
To manually turn the BSM system off, go to the Safety setting in MAZDA
CONNECT. The BSM OFF indicator will illuminate in the instrument cluster
when the BSM system is off. The BSM system will remain off the next time the
vehicle is started.

Your Vehicle

Refer to your
Owner’s Manual for
complete details.

Images

are for

reference.

Detection Areas

NOTE:

• The BSM can assist the driver in
conrming the safety of the surroundings,
but is not a complete substitute.

• The driver is responsible for ensuring safe
lane changes and other maneuvers.

• Always pay attention to the direction in
which the vehicle is traveling and the
vehicle’s surroundings.

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• The BSM does not operate when the
vehicle speed is lower than about 6 mph.

WARNING: BSM is only a

supplementary system to help
aid in monitoring blind spots;
however, BSM has limitations. The
system may not detect all vehicles,
especially a motorcycle. Do not rely
solely on the BSM. Relying solely on
the BSM may cause an unexpected
accident resulting in death or serious
injury. Make sure to look over your
shoulder before changing lanes.

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Rear Cross Traffic Alert

REAR CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT (RCTA) (if equipped)

The RCTA is designed to alert the driver of oncoming traffic when
backing out of a parking spot. RCTA is active when your vehicle is in
reverse and your vehicle speed is 0 mph to 8 mph.

When BSM sensors detect an object moving 3 mph to 18 mph, RCTA will
notify the driver with indicators and sound:

• Rear View Monitor and outside mirror ashing indications.

• Beep sound (same as BSM).

Refer to your Owner’s Manual for complete details.

Object Detected Object Detected

Settings
button for rear
view monitor.

Outside Mirror Indicators

WARNING: RCTA is only a supplementary system to help aid when backing up;

however, RCTA has limitations. The system does not detect all vehicles, especially
a motorcycle. Do not rely solely on the R CTA. Relying solely on the RCTA may
cause an unexpected accident resulting in serious injury. Always back up slowly.

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Rear View Monitor

Images

are for

reference.

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Exterior Lights

LIGHTING CONTROL/TURN SIGNAL LEVER

: Turns tail,

parking, and
dashboard
lights on.

Push for
High Beams

Pull
to Flash
High Beams

: Turns tail, parking, dashboard, and

headlights on.

AUTO: The light

sensor automatically
determines when to turn
the headlights on or off.

: Turns fog lights

on only when
headlights are on.

Three-Flash Turn Signal: To signal

a lane change, push the turn signal lever
up or down halfway and release. The turn
signal indicator will ash three times.

NOTE: The daytime running lights automatically

turn on when the ignition is switched ON. To
turn off the daytime running lights, go to Vehicle
settings in MAZDA CONNECT.

NOTE:

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• You can adjust the timing of the Auto Headlights OFF and the sensitivit y of the
Auto Light Control. (See MAZDA CONNECT SETTINGS on page 10).

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Wiper/Washer

WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER CONTROL LEVER

AUTO: The rain sensor senses the amount of rainfall and turns the wipers on

or off. Rotating the inner ring clockwise (away from you) creates greater wiper
sensitivity and makes the wipers move faster. The + position increases wiper
speed. Rotating the inner ring counterclockwise (toward you) makes the wipers
move slower. The - position decreases wiper speed.

Pull lever
to dispense
windshield
washer uid

MIST

OFF

AUTO

1

2

LO

3

HI

Rear Window
Wiper/Washer
(Liftgate Only)

INT: Intermittent
ON: Normal speed

: Washer/wiper

(hold as desired)

NOTE: Vehicles not equipped with AUTO wipers will have INT wipers. Set

the lever to INT and choose an inter val timing by rotating the ring between
fast and slow.

CAUTION: If the ignition is ON, turn the AUTO wipers OFF when going

through a car wash or while cleaning or touching the windshield.

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Headlights (cont’d from p. 25)

ADAPTIVE FRONT-LIGHTING SYSTEM (AFS) (if equipped)

The Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS) automatically turns the
headlight beam to the right or left in conjunction with the direction of
the steering wheel.

The AFS improves the direction of headlight illumination while cornering and
only works when the vehicle is moving.

Without AFS

With AFS

NOTE:

• With AFS, it is normal to see the headlights move and hear the sound of the
headlight leveling motors at the front of the vehicle when the ignition is ON.

• The system will need to be reset if the vehicle batter y has been disconnected
or the system fuse has been replaced. Please refer to your Owner’s Manual for
easy-to-follow resetting instructions.

COMING/LEAVING HOME LIGHT SYSTEMS

COMING HOME

When the surroundings are dark while
leaving your vehicle, visibility at the
front of the vehicle can be assured for
a certain period of time.

When the ignition is set to ACC or OFF,
the headlights (Low beams) turn on when
the door lever is pulled. The headlights
turn off after a certain period of time has
elapsed after the doors are closed.

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LEAVING HOME

When the surroundings are dark while
approaching your vehicle, visibility
around the vehicle can be assured for
a certain period of time.

When the ignition and the headlight
switch are as indicated below, the exterior
lights will turn on when the transmitter
unlock button is pushed. The headlights
turn off after 30 seconds have elapsed.

• Ignition: OFF

• Headlight switch:

or

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High Beam Control

HIGH BEAM CONTROL (HBC) (if equipped)

With HBC, the headlights are switched to high beams at speeds
above 18 mph when there are no vehicles in front of your vehicle or
approaching in the opposite direction.

The HBC system switches to low beam when:

• You are approaching a vehicle or a vehicle is approaching in

the opposite direction.

• Driving on roads lined with street lights or well-lit cities and towns.

• At speeds lower than 12 mph.

FORWARD

To turn HBC on:

1 Turn the

headlight
switch to the
AUTO position.

2 Push the

headlight lever
forward to the
high beam
position.

AUTO

When the HBC system is on, the HBC indicator light in the instrument
cluster will illuminate (
(

BLUE) when the HBC system switches to high beam and will turn off when

the HBC system switches to low beam.

GREEN). The High Beam indicator light will turn on

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Audio Controls (with Mazda Connect)

BLUETOOTH® AUDIO

Bluetooth® enabled phones and audio players
provide an opportunity to play music through the
audio system with no wires attached.

Some phone models do not support all features.
Go to www.MazdaUSA.com/mazdaconnect
or contact [phone] for further assistance
or to report a phone/MP3 device concern.

Playing Bluetooth® (BT) Audio

1 Make sure the BT audio device is paired to

your vehicle.

2 Turn on the BT audio device.
3 Select Bluetooth from Sources.

See your Owner’s Manual for further information on:

· Pandora · Aha · Stitcher

AUDIO OPERATION

The following icons are displayed on the screen:

SOURCES: Displays Audio menu

to change audio source (FM / AM
/ XM / Aha / Pandora / Stitcher /
Bluetooth / USB / CD / AUX).

NOTE: In order to use Aha, Pandora

and Stitcher as audio sources, the App
must be installed on your phone. These
Apps stream music using your data plan
and listening to them counts toward your
monthly cellular data usage.

AUTO MEMORY: Displays a
list of the 10 strongest radio
stations. Because station
strength changes as you drive,
select Update Station List icon
to re-scan for strong stations.

FAVORITES: Displays list of
your favorite AM, FM, and XM
radio stations.

HD RADIO: Switches HD Radio
On/Of f.

SCAN: Scans radio stations or
songs (scanning stops at each one
for 5 seconds). Select again to stop.

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TUNER: Displays manual radio tuner.
TAG : Saves artist and title

and sends them to your Apple
device (for Apple devices
with USB use only).

SEEK PREVIOUS/NEXT:
Selects previous or next

receivable radio station or song.
Press and hold to change radio
station continually.

SETTINGS: Adjusts the audio
quality level (bass, treble, etc.).

The following icons are displayed
on the CD screen only:

TRACK LIST: Displays the track

list of the CD.
RE P E AT: Repeats the current

song. Select again to stop.
SHUFFLE: Plays the songs on

the CD in random order. Select
again to stop.

PL AY/ PAU SE: Plays and pauses
the CD.

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New Mazda vehicles equipped with SiriusXM®

four-month trial subscription that starts on the day the vehicle is sold.
Enjoy over 150 channels including commercial-free music, plus sports,

comedy, entertainment, news and much more.

To start listening to SiriusXM, select XM from audio sources, then push

channel up and down to listen to over 150 channels. If you do not hear
audio, please activate service to your radio with a simple refresh process.

1 Scroll to XM Radio, go to channel 1 and push “previous” to channel 0

to nd your radio ID.

2

Go to siriusxm.com/refresh and enter radio ID or call
1-855-MYREFRESH (1-855-697-3373).

Satellite Radio will receive an introductory

NOTE: To use BT audio, make sure the musical icon is displayed by

going to
need a certain amount of time before the icon

HD RADIO

HD radio has a special
receiver which allows it to
receive digital broadcasts
(where available) in addition
to the analog broadcasts
it already receives. Digital

broadcasts have better sound
quality than analog broadcasts
as digital broadcasts provide

free, crystal clear audio.

When the HD radio button

is ON (red), there could be a

noticeable difference in sound
quality and volume when a
change from digital to analog
signals occurs. If the sound
quality and volume become

noticeably diminished or cut
off, select the HD button to

turn OFF HD radio (not red).

Bluetooth in Device settings. Some Bluetooth® audio devices

is displayed.

AUDIO OPERATION
USING VOICE

Audio operation and media selection
can be done using voice recognition.
Push the TALK button on the steering
wheel, wait for a beep, then say a
command in a clear, natural voice (not
too fast or too slow). Some common
commands are listed below.

Play (and any of the following):

AM, FM, XM, CD, Bluetooth, Aha,
Pandora, Stitcher, USB, AUX

Play or Resume / Pause or
Stop / Next or Previous

Play (and any of the following):

Song, Playlist <playlist name>,
Artist <artist name>, Album

<album name>, Genre <genre

name>, Folder <folder name>

Tune to Station <frequency AM or FM>
Tune to Channel Number ( XM)

NOTE: Push the TALK button and say “Help” at any time to hear a list of

available commands.

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Audio USB and AUX Inputs

PORTABLE AUDIO PLAYER INTEGRATION
USING THE USB PORT OR AUX JACK

Your vehicle is equipped with a USB port and
auxiliary AUX jack, conveniently located in the
center console, that allows you to play your iPod,
USB device, or portable audio player through the
vehicle’s audio system. The center console is useful
for storing your personal media/phone devices.
Learn the system when parked and do not let it
distract you while driving.

IM P O R TA NT:

• Set the volume level on your portable audio player to the highest level before
distortion star ts, then use the vehicle’s audio system to adjust the volume.

• Unplug any device from the USB port and accessory socket before turning of f
the vehicle. Leaving devices plugged in can drain the bat tery and cause issues
during the Bluetooth pairing process at start-up. Wait about 15 seconds after
starting the vehicle before plugging anything into the USB port.

NOTE: You will need an audio cable with an 1/8 inch (3.5 mm)

mini stereo plug (available as a Genuine Mazda accessory) to
connect your portable audio player into the AUX jack.

1 Locate the USB port or AUX jack.
2 Connect the device plug into the portable audio player and into the

USB port or AUX jack.

3 Turn the vehicle audio system on.
4 Select AUX or USB from the Sources menu.
5 USB Port: Use the vehicle’s audio system or steering wheel controls

to control the connected USB device.
AUX Jack: Use the portable audio player controls to play music.

Refer to the Owner’s Manual for additional information.

NOTE: When using a USB memor y stick, the system plays the rst audio le when

restar ting the vehicle. It does not start where it lef t off when turning off the engine.

12 VOLT ACCESSORY SOCKETS

The accessory socket in the dash is on with the ignition ON and the accessory
socket in the center console is always on.

NOTE: When using the accessory socket in the center console, make sure to

disconnect any device from it when turning off the ignition; otherwise, the vehicle’s
batter y could go dead.

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Automatic Climate Control

DRIVER TEMPERATURE
CONTROL DIAL

AUTO ON: Push dial

to turn automatic air
conditioning system
on (AUTO ON and A /C
indicator on). The airow
mode, fan speed and
air conditioning will be
automatically controlled
in accordance with the
set temperature.

Fan Control

• Push the fan (+) and (-)
buttons to select the
desired fan speed.

• Push OFF to turn climate
control system off.

Push to recirculate
cabin air to reduce
outside odors and
improve cooling.

Push for fresh
air circulation.

NOTE: A/C indicator

will illuminate when
AUTO ON is active.
The air conditioning
cycles on/off as
necessary to maintain
the set temperature.
The A/C may operate
even while heating
is desired - this is
to prevent excess
humidity and
fogging while the
system operates.

Push to select the
following airow mode:

Dashboard vents

Dashboard
and oor vents

Floor vents

Defroster and

oor vents

Push to defrost

the windshield.

Push to

manually turn
air conditioning
on or off.

PASSENGER
TEMPERATURE
CONTROL DIAL

Push to turn DUAL
mode ON/OFF.

• With DUAL mode
ON (indicator on),
rotate the dial to
set passenger’s
side temperature
separate from
the driver’s side
(shown above).

• With DUAL mode
OFF (indicator off),
driver controls the
temperature setting
on both sides.

Push to defrost
the rear window.

NOTE: Automatic

temperature control
always works even
if the AUTO indicator
turns off by changing
the fan speed or
airow mode.

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Instrument Cluster (Type A)

SPEED UNIT

SELECTOR

3

OUTSIDE
TEMPERATURE DISPLAY

The outside temperature unit can
be switched between °C and °F
using System Settings in the
infotainment system.

GLOSSARY OF WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS

Lane Departure Warning

System Malfunction

Traction Control System (TCS)/

Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)

On: TCS/DSC malfunction
Flashing: TCS/DSC operating

Blind Spot Monitoring OFF
(BSM) (p. 23)

Dynamic Stability Control

(DSC) Off Indicator Light

OFF

SPORT Mode On (p. 3 8)
Lights On (Exterior)
High Beam Control On
Headlight High Beams On
Airbag/Front Seat Belt

Pretensioner System
Malfunction

Check Engine Light
Seat Belt Unbuckled/

Malfunction

Turn Signals/Hazard

Warning Indicator Lights

Tire Pressure Monitoring System

(TPMS) Warning Light (p. 6)

On/Warning Beep: Low tire pressure in one
or more tires. Flashing: TPMS malfunction

Cruise Set Indicator Light On

(GREEN)

Mazda Radar Cruise Control

Warning Light (AMBER)

ABS (Anti-lock Brake

System) Malfunction

Shift Position Indicator Light

Security Indicator Light

Smar t City Brake System

(SCBS)

Flashing red: SCBS are operating.
Amber: SCBS malfunction

FOW and SCBS are turned off.
Brake Warning Light

Parking brake on /low brake
uid/malfunction

Brake Pedal

Operation Demand

TPMS NOTE: Low ambient temperature and/or high altitude may cause tire pressures to

change and turn the TPMS warning light on. If the warning light comes on, see p. 6.

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DASHBOARD
ILLUMINATION/
DIMMER1/
TRIP METER

Master Warning Light

Low Fuel Level
Low Engine Oil Pressure
Power Steering Malfunction
Automatic Transaxle

Warning Light

Charging System

Malfunction

Door/Trunk/Tailgate Ajar

Low Washer Fluid Level

Warning Light

KEY Warning Light RED
KEY Indicator Light GREEN

Check Fuel Cap

Perform Maintenance
i-ELOOP Status (p. 40)

On: Power ge neration
Flashing: Pre-Charge Mode

LED Headlight

Electric Parking Brake

NOTE: See Owner’s Manual for

more details and explanations.

2

IMPO R TA N T: When your

Mazda Connect display setting
is set on “AUTO”, the instrument
cluster and display may become
dimmer when the headlights are
on. If the display and instrument
cluster become too dim or too
bright when the headlights are
on, simply rotate the dimmer
knob located on your instrument
cluster to adjust the brightness.

ENGINE COOLANT TEMP LIGHTS

Since this vehicle does not use an engine
coolant temperature gauge, red and blue
engine coolant temperature lights are used
to indicate high and low coolant temperature.

Red Coolant Temp Light

Flashing: Engine is starting to run hot.
Drive slowly to reduce engine load.

On: Engine is overheating. Safely pull

over to the side of the road and turn
the engine off. Refe r to the Owner’s
Manual for more information.

Blue Coolant Temp Light

On: Engine coolant is cold and no warm
air is available for heater/defroster.

Off: Engine coolant is warm and

warm air is available for heater/
defroster. The light may stay on for a
few minute s after start-up when the
engine is cold, but the vehicle can
be driven with the light on or of f.

1

• Rotate the knob to adjust the brightness of the instrument cluster and other dashboard illuminations.

2

• Push to toggle between trip meter (A & B).

• When a trip meter is selected, push and hold to reset to zero.

3

• Push the knob for 1.5 seconds or more to change the speed units between km/h and mph.

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Instrument Cluster (Type B)

OUTSIDE
TEMPERATURE DISPLAY

The outside temperature unit can be
switched between °C and °F using
the following procedure:

Without Mazda Connect:
1 Push the INFO button with

the ignition OFF and continue
pressing the INFO button for ve
seconds or longer after switching
the ignition ON. The outside
temperature display ashes.

2 Push the up or down part of

the INFO switch to change the
temperature unit.

3 Push and hold the INFO button

for three seconds or longer until

it stops ashing.
With Mazda Connect:
1 Go to System Settings.

GLOSSARY OF WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS

Traction Control System (TCS)/

Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)

On: TCS/DSC malfunction
Flashing: TCS/DSC operating

BSM OFF (Blind Spot

Monitoring)

Dynamic Stability Control

(DSC) Off Indicator Light

OFF

SPORT Mode On (p. 3 8)

Lights On (Exterior)

Headlight High Beams On

Airbag/Front Seat Belt

Pretensioner System
Malfunction

Check Engine Light

Seat Belt Unbuckled/

Malfunction

(p. 23)

TACHOMETER

Turn Signals/Hazard

Warning Indicator Lights

Tire Pressure Monitoring System

(TPMS) Warning Light

On/Warning Beep: Low tire pressure in one
or more tires. Flashing: TPMS malfunction

Cruise Main Indicator Light

On (AMBER)/Cruise Set
Indicator Light On (GREEN)

ABS (Anti-lock Brake

System) Malfunction

Shift Position Indicator Light

Security Indicator Light

Brake Warning Light

Parking brake on /low brake
uid/malfunction

Master Warning Light

(p. 6)

TPMS NOTE: Low ambient temperature and/or high altitude may cause tire pressures to

change and turn the TPMS warning light on. If the warning light comes on, see p. 6.

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IMPO R TA N T: When your

Mazda Connect display setting
is set on “AUTO”, the instrument
cluster and display may become
dimmer when the headlights are
on. If the display and instrument
cluster become too dim or too
bright when the headlights are
on, simply rotate the dimmer
knob located on your instrument
cluster to adjust the brightness.

DASHBOARD ILLUMINATION/

DIMMER1/TRIP METER

Low Fuel Level
Low Engine Oil Pressure
Power Steering Malfunction
Automatic Transaxle

Warning Light

Charging System

Malfunction

Door/Trunk/Tailgate Ajar

Low Washer Fluid Level

Warning Light

KEY Warning Light RED
KEY Indicator Light GREEN

Check Fuel Cap

Perform Maintenance

LED Headlight

Electric Parking Brake

NOTE: See Owner’s Manual for

more details and explanations.

1

• Rotate the knob to adjust the brightness of the instrument cluster and other dashboard illuminations.

2

• Push to toggle between trip meter (A & B).

• When a trip meter is selected, push and hold to reset to zero.

2

ENGINE COOLANT TEMP LIGHTS

Since this vehicle does not use an engine
coolant temperature gauge, red and blue
engine coolant temperature lights are used
to indicate high and low coolant temperature.

Red Coolant Temp Light

Flashing: Engine is starting to run hot.
Drive slowly to reduce engine load.

On: Engine is overheating. Safely pull

over to the side of the road and turn
the engine off. Refe r to the Owner’s
Manual for more information.

Blue Coolant Temp Light

On: Engine coolant is cold and no warm
air is available for heater/defroster.

Off: Engine coolant is warm and

warm air is available for heater/
defroster. The light may stay on for a
few minute s after start-up when the
engine is cold, but the vehicle can
be driven with the light on or of f.

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Active Driving Display

ACTIVE DRIVING DISPLAY (if equipped)

CAUTION: Always adjust the display

using the Settings screen (AD-Disp tab).
Do not try to adjust the angle or open/
close the display by hand. Fingerprints on
the display will make it difcult to view and
manual operation could cause damage.

The Active Driving Display displays the following information:

• Vehicle Speed Setting

0

STOP

using cruise control

• Navigation Turn-by-Turn
(TBT) direction, distance
and lane guidance

• Trafc Sign Recognition
(TSR) using navigation

• Speed Limit

55

To change the settings/adjustments for the Active Driving Display:

1 Select the Settings icon on the Home screen.
2 Select the AD-Disp tab.
3 Select the desired item to change.

• Height: Adjust the position of the

virtual image of the Active Driving
Display up or down.

• Brightness Control: Method

for adjusting screen brightness
(automatically with instrument
cluster illumination or manually).

• Calibration: Brightness

initialization setting (when
selecting automatic adjustment).

• Brightness: Brightness

adjustment (when selecting
manual adjustment).

• Navigation: On/Off.

• Active Driving Display: On/Off.

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• Reset: Reset to default settings.

• Lane Departure Warning
System (LDWS) operation
conditions and warnings

• Smart Brake
Support (SBS) warnings

• Vehicle Speed Setting
using cruise control

NOTE:

• If the display does not operate,

switch the ignition off and then
switch it back on. If it still does
not operate even with the ignition
switched ON, have the vehicle
inspected at an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.

• It may be difcult to view the

display when wearing sunglasses.
Take off your sunglasses or
adjust the luminosity.

• If the battery has been removed

and re-installed or the battery
voltage is low, the adjusted
position may deviate.

• The display may be difcult to

view or temporarily affected by
weather conditions such as rain,
snow, light, and temperature.

(if equipped)

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Transmission

ACTIVE ADAPTIVE SHIFT (AAS) CONTROL

AAS will automatically adjust how and when the
transmission shifts gears based on road conditions
and your driving style.

The transmission may stay in a lower gear longer
than usual when going up or down hills or driving
around corners. This feature gives you better control
and a more connected driving experience.

HILL LAUNCH ASSIST (HLA)

HLA helps assist you when accelerating
the vehicle from a stop
while on a hill or slope.

When the brake pedal
is released and the
accelerator pedal is
pushed, HL A prevents the
vehicle from rolling forward
or backward. It 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 forward gear (D or M).

NOTE: The HLA system will hold the vehicle for a ma ximum of two seconds

while the driver is changing from the brake pedal to the accelerator pedal.

DRIVE SELECTION

SPORT mode will choose a lower gear for
increased acceleration response. It will also
hold a lower gear/delay upshifting when
it detects you are braking or cornering
because it anticipates that you will want
to accelerate out of the turn more quickly.

Push the SPORT button to switch to SPORT
mode and the SPORT mode indicator light in the
instrument cluster turns on. Push again to turn off.

NOTE:

• If the SET button of the cruise control is pushed while in SPORT mode, SPORT

mode is switched off. SPORT mode cannot be turned on or off when cornering.

• When the ignition is switched OFF, SPORT mode is also switched off.

• Fuel consumption increases slightly when using SPORT mode.

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Traffic Signs

TRAFFIC SIGN RECOGNITION (TSR) SYSTEM

The Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR) System helps prevent the driver from
overlooking traffic signs, and provides support for safe driving by displaying
traffic signs on the Active Driving Display. TSR recognizes traffic signs using
the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) or the navigation system while driving.

When vehicle speed exceeds the speed limit sign displayed in the Active Driving
Display, the system noties the driver with an indication in the display and a
warning sound.

The TSR displays the speed limit (including auxiliary signs), do not enter, and
trafc stop signs.

NOTE:

• The Trafc Sign Recognition (TSR) System is not supported in some countries

or regions. For more information, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

• The Trafc Sign Recognition (TSR) System operates only if the navigation

system SD card (Mazda Genuine) is inser ted in the SD card slot. Consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer for details.

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i-ELOOP

i-ELOOP (if equipped)

The Mazda unique regenerative braking system (i-ELOOP) generates
and stores electrical energy in a capacitor during deceleration. Through
efficient energy regeneration, storage, and usage, fuel economy is
improved. To view i-ELOOP information, select Applications from
the Home screen, then scroll down to Fuel Economy Monitor.

Capacitor charge level

Regeneration level

Capacitor discharge

Average fuel consumption since reset

60-minute Fuel Economy
0-10 min.: Every 1 min.
10-60 min.: Every 10 min.

Average fuel consumption for this drive

Average current fuel history:

Average since reset 2nd to 6th histor y

i-ELOOP Pre-Charge Mode

If the capacitor is discharged because of vehicle storage (the vehicle is
parked for long periods of time), the i-ELOOP indicator in the instrument
cluster will ash and
a warning screen will
appear on the screen of
the infotainment system.

In Pre-charge

mode

Driving in Pre-charge mode

When this warning screen appears, do not drive the
vehicle. Allow the engine to idle until the warning
screen disappears. This time is needed for normal
generator operation.

NOTE:

• If the vehicle is jump-started, leave the jumper cables connected until the
warning message is no longer displayed.

• If the vehicle is driven while the warning screen is displayed, a warning sound
will be heard and power steering assist will be limited.

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Information Display

INFORMATION DISPLAY

Toggle the INFO button up or down on steering wheel to cycle through
different types of information.

Information

display

Push the center of
the INFO button to
make selections.

Display screens

Distance
to Empty

41

Push and hold the center of the INFO button
to reset the currently displayed feature such
as Average MPH or Average MPG.

Average

MPG

Current

MPG

Average

Speed

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for M{zd{ Owners

Register today at www.MyMazda.com—the ultimate destination for Mazda
Owners. Once registered, you’ll be able to take advantage of benets
exclusively for Mazda Owners:

• Insider access to exclusive events and promotions

• Personalized maintenance schedules

• Zoom-Zoom Owner Magazine

• Warranty information and on-line Owner’s Manuals

• Wallpaper, videos and other fun stuff

• Accessories specically designed for your vehicle

• Car Care Discount Coupons available from your Authorized Mazda Dealer

Visit and register at www.MyMazda.com today!

MAZDA MOBILE

The following apps are available for iPhone® and Android smartphones:

• Mazda Assist app - Provides roadside assistance 24 hours a day,

365 days a year. Toll free number 1-800-866-1998 can also be used
for roadside assistance.

• MyMazda app - Keep track of your Mazda from the palm of your hand

with these features:

Maintenance schedule
Service coupons
Promotional alerts
Service history
Recall information
Parked car locator

The apps can be downloaded, free of charge, from the App store for the iPhone
and Google Play (Android Market) for Android powered devices. After downloading
the app, customer name, email, smartphone number and VIN are required.

Free Mazda Assist app
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when registering a vehicle
Mazda Dealer locator
Update owner prole
Link to Mazda Assist

Free MyMazda app
iPhone and Android

®

Customer Delivery Checklist

VEHICLE PRESENTATION:

Refer to the Smart Start Guide during presentation.

Driver’s View .........................1-2

• Location of Switches and Control

Advanced Keyless Entry System* ..3

• Door Request Switch*

Starting the Engine ....................4

• Accelerated Warm-up System

• Emergency Engine Stop

Electric Parking Brake ................5

Fuel Economy ..........................5

Tire Pressure Monitoring System ...6

• Initialize TPMS before delivery

Seats and Headrests ...............7

Heated Steering Wheel*

and Mirror

..............................8

Mazda Connect

Infotainment System

..................9

Mazda Connect Settings ............10

Commander Switch*/

Voice Control

ESSENTIAL INFORMATION

Bluetooth

.......................11-12

®

..........................13-14

• Pair Phone

• Make/Receive Call

• Toll-Free Customer Service

800-430-0153

Navigation System* ...............15-16

• SD Card

• Planning a Route

Mazda Radar Cruise Control* ...17-18

*if equipped

SAFETY & TECHNOLOGY INFO

• Bluetooth Audio

• Review of Warning and Indicator

GENERAL INFORMATION

Smart City Brake Support* ..........19

Smart Brake Support* ...............20

Lane-keep Assist System and

Lane Departure Warning System*

..21

Distance Recognition

Support System*

.....................22

Blind Spot Monitoring System* ....23

Rear Cross Trafc Alert* ............24

Lights ...................................25

Wiper/Washer .........................26

Adaptive Front-lighting System* ....27

High Beam Control* ..................28

Audio Controls .....................29-30

Audio USB and AUX Inputs .........31

Automatic Climate Control* ........32

Instrument Cluster ................33-36

Light Function and Location

Active Driving Display* ..............37

Transmission ..........................38

Trafc Sign Recognition System ...39

i-ELOOP* ..............................40

Information Display ..................41

SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE:

When replacing or topping off engine oil, use Mazda Genuine Oil. For optimal engine performance,
use SAE 0W-20 engine oil. Please consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for additional information.

All items in the Customer Delivery Checklist have been reviewed with the
customer and the first maintenance appointment has been scheduled:

SALES CONSULTANT DATE CUSTOMER DATE

Signed copy must be placed in dealer jacket.

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DEALERSHIP DATE

SALES CONSULTANT CUSTOMER’S NAME

VIN E-MAIL

PRESENTATION OF OWNER’S MATERIALS:

Review the following items with the customer.

Smart Start Guide

• Remove this checklist from
Smart Start Guide

• Personalization Features
(refer to your Owner’s Manual)

Warranty Information

Warranty Start Date:

Customer Initial:

• Basic Vehicle –
36 months/36,000 miles

• Roadside assistance program

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• Offer to register customer on
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Owner’s Manual

SERVICE DEPARTMENT

Introduce Service Manager;
provide business cards

Review Service and Parts
Department hours of operation

Explain free Full Circle
Service Inspection

Schedule rst maintenance service

Maintenance Passport

Floor Mats

• Ensure oor mats are properly hooked
after cleaning

• Do not install two oor mats, one on
top of the other, on the driver’s side

• Accessory rubber oor mats should be
cleaned with mild soap and water only

Tire Pressure Monitoring System

• System overview

• Demonstrate how to initialize the
TPMS system

Push and hold the “SET Switch” until
the TPMS warning light ashes twice
and one beep is heard

• Review the system caution

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