Mazda CX-3 Quick Start Guide

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SMART START GUIDE

Driver’s View

DSC

OFF

BSM

(P. 21)

TPMS

SET

(P. 5)

LDWS

LIGHTING/

TURN SIGNALS

(P. 19)

(P. 23)

BLUETOOTH®

HANDS-FREE/

AUDIO

(PP. 9-10, 29- 30 )

ACTIVE

DRIVING

DISPLAY

(P. 13)

ILLUMINATION

DIMMER/

1

TRIP METER

(P P. 31 -3 4)

FUEL

FILLER LID

HOOD

RELEASE

RELEASE

LI FTG ATE
RELEASE

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DO NOT try to adjust the angle or open/close the Active Driving Display by hand. Fingerprints on the display

will make it difcult to view and manual operation could cause damage. Always adjust the Active Driving
Display using the AD-Disp tab in Settings (pg. 13).

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To provide a better view of the instrument cluster, adjust the steering wheel up or down/in or out.

TILT/TELESCOPING

STEERING WHEEL

RELEASE LEVER

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MAZDA RADAR

CRUISE CONTROL

(P P. 15 -16)

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INSTRUMENT

CLUSTER

(P P. 31 -3 4)

WASHER

START/STOP

ENGINE BUTTON

(P. 4)

WIPER/

(P. 24)

MAZDA CONNECT

INFOTAINMENT

SYSTEM

(PP. 7-10, 29-30 )

HAZARD

CLOCK

(P. 8)

WARNING

CLIMATE CONTROL

(PP. 28)

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for this is that the sens or has dete rmined that an adult is not sit ting in the front passenger 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.

PL AY ER

This indi cator light turns on to remind you th at the front passen ger’s front /side

airbags and seat belt prete nsione r will not deploy dur ing a coll ision. The reason

TRANSMISSION

CD

(PP. 35-36)

SE AT

WARMERS

PASSENGER AIRBAG

OFF INDICATOR

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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 liftgate by pushing
the liftgate switch once (switch
is located a little to the right of
the center of vehicle).

Door Request Switch

Advanced Key
Lock

Unlock

Panic Alarm

CAUTION: RED KEY indicator light

may illuminate if advance key
is placed in the cup holder. The key
can sometimes not be detected in
the cup holder.

CAUTION:

• Make sure vehicle is OFF and

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

• When locking doors using inside

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

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 Entr y 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

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doors/liftgate. To lock and unlock the doors, the corresponding transmitter button must
be pushed.

Liftgate Opener Liftgate

NOTE: Refer to your Owner’s

Manual for additional details about
“Personalization Features”.

Request Switch

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Starting The Engine

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

The CX-3 is equipped with SK YACTIV
combustion technology. This technology
includes AWS (Accelerated Warm-up
System) for optimal emission performance
during cold starting conditions.

START/STOP ENGINE
Button Indicator Light

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 you will notice? On start-up, the

engine speed and sound are higher (1500
RPM) for less than 1 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 this does? 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 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.

Transmitter

NOTE: Yo u can drive the vehicle during AWS activation, no need to wait.

Emergency Engine Stop

Pushing and holding the START/STOP 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 start 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 start
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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Tires

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)

For your safety, the CX-3 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 aler ts the driver by turning on a light in the
instrument cluster (pp. 31-34) and sounding an alarm.

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

tire pressure (when 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 jam area) 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 may cause the TPMS warning

light to turn on.

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Seats

FOLDING REAR SEATS

Push the button to fold down the seatback.

NOTE: Left rear seat release is shown.

NOTE: For tall drivers and front passengers who

adjust the front seats all the way back, the headrests
on the rear seats nee d to be removed when folding
the rear seatbacks down. If not removed, the rear
headrest will push into the front seatback. In order
to remove the headrest f rom 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 seatbacks until they lock

into position.

3 Pull on the top of the seatbacks to

make sure they are locked.

4 Check that all seat belts are routed

properly for passenger use.

Unlocked

Locked

BREAK-IN PERIOD

No special break-in is necessary, but a few
precautions in the rst 600 miles should
be observed.

• Do not race the engine.

• Do not maintain one constant speed, either

slow or fast, for a long period of time.

• Avoid full-throttle starts.

• Avoid unnecessary hard stops.

• Do not drive constantly at full-throttle or high

engine rpm for extended periods of time.

FUEL ECONOMY:

To achieve the

best fuel economy, visit

www.fueleconomy.gov

for more information.

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MAZDA CONNECT Infotainment System

MAZDA CONNECT INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM

MAZDA CONNECT is designed to be operated by
using one of the following three interfaces:

1 The commander switch (p. 14).

2 The touchscreen (if the vehicle is not moving).

3 Voice command (p. 14).

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.

Tal k

Push TALK button
and say “Applications.”

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Push TALK button
and say “Entertainment.”

Push TALK button and
say “Communication.”

For issues with MAZDA CONNECT, visit
http://infotainment.mazdahandsfree.com
or call 800-430-0153.

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:

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 further down.

Use this to turn off
the display. Touch
the screen or use
the commander
switch to turn
back on.

Use 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. 31-34.

Sound Settings

Vehicle Settings

Active Driving
Display Settings

Safety Settings

Device SettingsDisplay Settings

System Settings

Clock Settings

The CLOCK tab can
be used to adjust
the time, sync the
clock with GPS, and
change between
12 and 24 hr clock.

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®

Bluetooth

PAIRING YOUR BLUETOOTH® PHONE OR AUDIO DEVICE

NOTE:

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

• Before pairing your cell phone or audio device, you must manually turn on
the wdevice’s Bluetooth® function. Refer to the owner’s manual for your device.

• For customer service and device compatibility, visit
http://infotainment.mazdahandsfree.com or call 800-430-0153.

• IMPORTANT: Set the volume level on your cell phone or audio device to the highest

level before distortion starts, then adjust the volume on the vehicle’s audio system.

• 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.

Mazda Connect:

1 Manually turn Bluetooth on your phone or

audio device.

2 Select Communication from Home screen.
3 Select Settings.
4 Select Bluetooth.
5 Select Add New Device to display the message and switch to the device

operation. If this option is grayed out, make sure Bluetooth is turned on at
the top of the menu.

6 Using the device, perform a search for the Bluetooth

(Peripheral device).

7 Select “Mazda” from the device list searched by the device. (Device with

Bluetooth® version 2.0) Input the displayed 4-digit pairing code into the
device. (Device with Bluetooth® version 2.1 or higher.)

8 Verify the displayed 6-digit code on the audio unit is also displayed on the

device, and touch the Yes on-screen button and then “YES” on the device
if needed.

For phone’s compatible with SMS and MMS:

9 (Call History) Incoming/Outgoing history for the device is downloaded

automatically as well as your Phonebook.

10 (Devices compatible with Mazda SMS function) SMS (Short Message

Service) messages and MMS (Multimedia Message Service) messages
for the device are downloaded automatically. Permission may be required,
depending on the mobile device. Refer to your cell phone manufacturer for
assistance with the cell phone permissions.

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

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

®

device

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TO MAKE OR RECEIVE A HANDS-FREE CALL

button: To receive/swap a call.
button: To make a call (push and

button: To end/reject a call.

say “Phone”) or to skip vehicle
voice guidance and allow user
to speak next voice command.

NOTE: For connection issues, please conrm the Bluetooth connection status

by making sure there is a battery and signal strength icon in the top right corner
of the screen. Some phones will turn off the Bluetooth signal after connecting
the USB cable to the vehicle or after downloading an update.

• If not displayed, check your phone and make sure Bluetooth is turned on
(or discoverable) in the Settings menu. Detailed instructions for some
phones are available online at http://infotainment.mazdahandsfree.com.

• If there is still no connection, delete the pairing data on the system and
your phone and try again after conrming your cell phone is compatible at

http://infotainment.mazdahandsfree.com.

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

does not pair, please visit http://infotainment.mazdahandsfree.com 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:

Displays the
Communication
screen.

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 call.

Calls another person
during a call and
creates a 3‐way
call. Select the
contact from one of
the following: Call
History, Contacts
(from phonebook),
or Dial (from
numerical keypad).

Joins the call on hold
to make a 3‐way call.

Automatic Bluetooth
Reconnection:

On engine start, the last connected
device will automatically be
re-connected after several seconds.
To switch phones, go to Device
Settings and select Bluetooth.

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 ORTAN T:

In the interest of safety and to reduce distractions

•

while you are driving, you should always plan a
route before you start 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.

• For issues with the navigation system, visit

http://infotainment.mazdahandsfree.com or call 800-430-0153.

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.

To nd places nearby.

To display the route parameters and full length of
route. Perform route-related actions such as edit
or cancel, pick route alternatives, avoid parts, 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 ENTER 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 countr y or state setting by selecting
Country or a new city/town by selecting City or Zipcode.

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

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be checked. To transition to the next screen, select
Select or to transition to the previous screen, select

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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 Start is selected or if no operation is performed with 10 seconds, the

route guidance is started. 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 your voice:

• AN address, including home

• Favorites

• Cities and towns

• POI (Point of Interest) categories

• POIs for named 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 TAL K button on the steering wheel.
2 When you hear the tone, you can say, for example “Address”.
3 When on the enter 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 but ton.

• When prompt voice guidance is muted you will need to go into navigations 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):

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

available for your device for free for 3 years from vehicle delivery.

• For issues with the navigation system, visit

http://infotainment.mazdahandsfree.com 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.

1 Turn the vehicle ignition OFF.

SD Card

2 Locate the SD card slot located below the

climate control system.

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

• Insert card: Push the card in (label-side up), then close the cover.

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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

MPH

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

1 Select the Settings icon on the

2 Select the AD-Disp tab.
3 Select the desired item to change.

• Height: Adjust the position of the

• Brightness Control: Method

using cruise control

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

Home screen.

virtual image of the Active Driving
Display up or down.

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

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

• Smart City Brake
Support (SCBS)
warnings

• Vehicle Speed Setting
using cruise control

• Calibration: Brightness

initialization setting (when
selecting automatic adjustment).

• Brightness: Brightness

adjustment (when selecting
manual adjustment).

• Navigation: On/O ff.

• Active Driving Display:

On/Of f.

• Reset: Reset to

default settings.

(if equipped)

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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-installe d 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.

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Commander/ Voice Command

COMMANDER SWITCH

The commander 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 and shows
ve matching icons on the home screen for touch-only operation. Select a
button around the commander knob to operate the desired system.

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

knob until the Edit/
Delete HOME
screen appears.)

Push and hold the
Favorites (Star) button
to store your favorites.

NAVIGATION

HOME

AUDIO

MUTE (push down)/
VOLUME (turn dial)

BACK

(to previous screen)

Select an item on the screen by:

1 Moving the knob up or down, left or right, and/or turn 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.

VOICE COMMAND

Voice command 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”.

SOME COMMON VOICE COMMANDS ARE:

• Help

• Cancel

• Go Back or Previous

• Next or Skip

Go to (and one of the following):

• Home

• Entertainment

• Navigation

• Communication

• Settings

Play (and one of the following):

• AM/FM

• XM

• CD

• Bluetooth

• AUX

• USB

• Tutorial

• Scroll/Page Down

• Scroll/Page Up

• Turn Display/Screen Off

• Messages

• Contacts

• Email

• Phone

• Call History

• Pandora

• Aha

• Stitcher

• Text

• AM/FM

• XM

• CD

• Bluetooth

• Select <line number>
(ex: “Select Four” or
“Select Line Four”

• Display Clock

• AUX

• USB

• Pandora

• Aha

• Stitcher

• Song

• Playlist

• Artist

• Album

• Genre

• Folder

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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 (30 km/h) and 90 mph (145 km/h) 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 ON 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 display of
the instrument cluster.

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.

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Cancel

Distance

Control

(Shorter

/Longer )

OFF

Reset

Cruise
Control

(Set+/Set-)

ON

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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 und er

headway control

Display

How to set the distance between vehicles:

The distance between vehicles is set to a shorter distance by pushing the
switch a longer distance by pushing the

switch. The distance-between-

vehicles can be set to 4 levels.

Distance between
vehicles guideline

(at 50 mph (8 0km /h))

Long

(about 164f t (50m))

Medium

about 131ft (40m))

(

Short

(about 9 8ft (30 m))

Extremely Sh ort

(about 82 ft (25m))

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 push the accelerator pedal to override the system.

Switching to conventional cruise control function:

When the ON switch is pushed continuously for about 2 seconds 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 travelling in headway control, if your vehicle rapidly
closes in on a vehicle ahead because the other driver applied their 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)

The Smart City Brake Suppor t (SCBS) system is designed to reduce
damage in the event of a collision by automatically applying the vehicle’s
braking system when the system’s laser sensor detects an imminent
collision with the vehicle ahead:

• When your vehicle speed is 2 to 18 mph (4 to 30 km/h).

• The system determines that a collision with a vehicle ahead is unavoidable.

• It may be possible to avoid a collision if the relative speed between
your vehicle and the vehicle ahead is less than 12.5 mph (20 km/h).

• When the driver depresses the brake pedal while the system is in the
operation range at about 2 to 18 mph (4 to 30 km/h), the brakes are applied
rmly and quickly to assist. (SCBS Automatic Brake is displayed in the Multi­information Display)

• SCBS automatic brake is released approximately 2 seconds after the
vehicle comes to a stop.

Refer to your Owner’s Manual for complete details.

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.

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Laser Sensor

SCBS system can be turned off using Safety Settings
in MAZDA CONNECT. (see page 8)

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Smart Brake Support

SMART BRAKE SUPPORT (SBS) (if equipped)

The Smart Brake Support (SBS) is a system which alerts the driver
of a possible collision using an indicator and warning sound in the
instrument cluster while the vehicle is being driven at about 10 mph
(15 km/h) or faster and the system’s radar sensor determines that
your vehicle may hit a vehicle ahead. Furthermore, if the radar sensor
determines that a collision is unavoidable, the automatic brake control
is performed to reduce damage in the event of a collision. In addition,
when the driver depresses the brake pedal, the brakes operate more
quickly to assist the driver.

Refer to your Owner’s Manual for complete details.

Laser sensor

Radar sensor

SBS system can be turned off using Safety Settings in MAZDA CONNECT.
(see page 16)

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 the possibility of a collision with a vehicle ahead,
the beep sounds continuously and a warning is indicated in
the multi-information display.

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Lane Departure Warning System

LANE DEPARTURE WARNING SYSTEM (LDWS) (if equipped)

The LDWS recognizes painted lane lines on a road using the forward
sensing camera (FSC) installed to the windshield. If the vehicle deviates
from its lane at speeds above 44 mph, the system alerts the driver using
the following indicators.

Indicator Light Active Driving Display Condition

The painted lane lines
on the road are not

No indicator light

No indicator light

Flashes +

warning sound

OR

OR

recognized or the vehicle
speed is less than 44
mph

The painted lane
lines are recognized
at vehicle speeds of
44 mph or more

Warning is triggered
when vehicle deviates
from its lane (depending
on personalization setting*)

LDWS OFF

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 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 (30 km/h) 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
ashed to advise the driver to keep a safe distance from the vehicle ahead.

Vehicle ahead display

DRSS Distance between
vehicle display

Indication on display

Distance between

vehicles guidelines

(During travel at about

25 mph (40 km/h))

About 82 ft (25m) About 164 ft (50m)

About 66 ft (20m) About 131 ft (40m)

About 49 ft (15m) About 98 ft (30m)

About 32 ft (10m) About 65 ft (20m)

About 32 ft (10m)

or less

Distance between
vehicles guidelines

(During travel at about

50 mph (80 km/h))

About 65 ft (2 0m)

or less

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Blind Spot Monitoring System

BLIND SPOT MONITORING (BSM) (if equipped)

The BSM system is designed to assist the driver by monitoring blind spots
on both sides of the vehicle to the rear in certain situations such as when
changing lanes on roads and freeways.

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, push the BSM OFF switch on the dash.
The BSM OFF indicator in the instrument cluster will
turn on to indicate when the BSM system is off. The
BSM system will automatically turn on the next time the vehicle is started.

• If your vehicle speed is 6 mph (10 km/h) 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 dirty,
so keep the rear bumper area clean and free of bumper stickers.

Your Vehicle

Refer to your
Owner’s Manual for
complete details.

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 (10 km/h).

Detection Areas

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 to 6 mph (10 km/h).

When BSM sensors detect an object moving 3 to 18 mph (5 to 30 km/h),
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.

Rear View Monitor

Image is

for reference.

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 R CTA may
cause an unexpected accident resulting in serious injury. Always back up slowly.

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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.

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.

AUTO: The light

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

: Turns fog lights

on only when
headlights are on.

NOTE: The DRL (Daytime Running Lights) automatically turn on when the ignition

is switched ON. To disable/enable this feature see your Authorized Mazda Dealer.

NOTE:

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• You can adjust the timing of the Auto Headlights OFF and the sensitivity of the
Auto Light Control. (See MAZDA CONNECT SET TINGS on page 16).

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Wipers

WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER CONTROL LEVER

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

on or off. Rotate inner ring away from you (clockwise) for more ( ) sensitivity
(requires less rain to turn wipers on) and toward you (counterclockwise)
for less ( ) sensitivity (requires more rain to turn wipers on).

Pull lever
to dispense
windshield
washer uid

MIST

OFF

AUTO

1

2

LO

3

HI

Rear Window
Wiper/Washer
(Hatchback)

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 interval 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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Adaptive Front Lighting System

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 battery has been disconnected
or the system fuse has been replaced. Please refer to your Owner’s Manual for
easy to follow resetting instructions.

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AFS can be turned off using Vehicle Settings
in MAZDA CONNECT. (see page 8)

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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 (30 km/h) 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 (20 km/h).

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

The High Beam indicator
light will turn on (
when the HBC system
switches to high beam
and will turn off when the
HBC system switches
to low beam.

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

BLUE)

GREEN).

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Audio USB and AUX Inputs

PORTABLE AUDIO PLAYER
INTEGRATION USING THE

USB AUX 12V

USB PORT OR AUX JACK

Your vehicle is equipped with a USB port
and auxiliary AUX jack, conveniently located
below the climate controls, that allows you
to play your iPod, USB device, or portable
audio player through the vehicle’s audio
system. Learn the system when parked and
do not let it distract you while driving.

IM P ORTAN T:

• 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 off
the vehicle. Leaving devices plugged in can drain the batter y and cause issues
during the Bluetooth pairing process at startup. 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 • Audio Controls: 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 memory stick, the system plays the rst audio le when

restar ting the vehicle. It does not star t where it left off when turning off the engine.

12 VOLT ACCESSORY SOCKETS

The accessory socket below the climate controls is on with ignition in ACC or 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

TEMPERATURE
CONTROL DIAL

Rotate the dial for
temperature control.

Push to

manually turn
air conditioning
on or off.

FAN CONTROL DIAL

• Rotate the dial
to set desired
fan speed.

• Rotate dial
to OFF to turn

system off.

Push to recirculate

cabin air to reduce
outside odors and
improve cooling
(indicator on) or
receive fresh air
(indicator off).

AUTO: Set the Fan Control and Mode Selector
Dials in the AUTO position. The airow mode
and amount will be automatically controlled in
accordance with the set temperature.

MODE SELECTOR DIAL

Rotate the dial to select
airow mode.

Dashboard vents
Dashboard

and oor vents
Floor vents
Defroster

and oor vents
Defroster vents
Rear defroster

NOTE: Refer to

Owner’s Manual for
Manual Climate Control
system operation.

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Audio Controls

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 http://infotainment.mazdahandsfree.com or
contact [phone] for further assistance or to
report a phone /MP3 device concern.

Playing Bluetooth® (BT) Audio

1 Make sure BT audio device is paired to your vehicle.

2 Turn on BT audio device and open the audio app

on the 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:

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• New Mazda

with SiriusXM
receive an introductory subscription
with a limited term trial offer to over 150
channels of SiriusXM Satellite Radio.
Enjoy commercial-free music, plus
sports, news, entertainment, and every
premium channel in your vehicle. Call
877-447-0011 to activate. Se e the
Owner’s Manual and/or dealer for details.

• In order to use A ha, 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 towards your
monthly cellular data usage.

AUTO MEMORY: Displays a
list of 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.

vehicles equipped

®

Satellite Radio will

HD RADIO: Switches HD Radio
On /Off.

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

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, USB, and
BT music screens only:

TRACK LIST: Displays the

track list of the CD.
RE PEAT: Repeats the current

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

the CD in random order.
Select again to stop.

PL AY/ PAUSE : Plays
and Pauses the CD.

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GRACENOTE

The Gracenote media database is used to improve
voice recognition of artist and album names with the

Mazda Hands Free system. To make best use of the

voice recognition, install the most recent database.
1 Load the Gracenote update on a memor y stick

from ww w.MazdaUSA.com/USB. Insert the
memory stick into the USB port.

2 Go to System Settings in the infotainment system.
3 Select Music Database Update.

NOTE: To use BT audio, make sure the musical

icon is displayed by going to
settings. Some Bluetooth
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 becomes noticeably
diminished or cuts off, select
the HD button to turn OFF
HD radio (not red).

Bluetooth in Device

®

audio devices need a

is displayed.

AUDIO OPERATION
USING VOICE

Audio operation and media selection can be
done using voice. 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 when
connected to USB port):

Song, Playlist <playlist name>, Artist <artist
name>, Album <album name>, Genre
<genre name>, Folder <folder name>

Tune to Station:

<FM or AM then frequency>

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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Instrument Cluster (Type A)

OUTSIDE

SPEED UNIT

SELECTOR

3

TEMPERATURE DISPLAY

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

IMPORTANT: 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.

GLOSSARY OF WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS

Lane Departure Warning

System On (AMBER)/
Lane Detected (GREEN) (p. 19)

AFS

Adaptive Front Lighting System

OFF

(AFS) OFF (p. 8)

Traction Control System (TCS)/

Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)

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

BSM

BSM OFF (Blind Spot

OFF

Monitoring) (p. 2 1)

Dynamic Stability Control

(DSC) Off Indicator Light

OFF

SPORT Mode On ( p. 35)
Lights On (Exterior)
High Beam Control On
Headlight High Beams On
Air Bag/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. 5)

On/Warning Beep: Low tire pressure i n one
or more tires. Flashing: TPMS Malfunction

Cruise Main Indicator Light

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

Mazda Radar Cruise Control

Warning Light On (AMBER)
Set Indicator (GREEN) (pp. 15-16)

ABS (Antilock Brake

System) Malfunction

Shift Position Indicator Light

Security Indicator Light

Forward Obstruction Warning

(FOW) and Smart Cit y Brake
System (SCBS)

Flashing red: FOW and SCBS are operating.
Amber: FOW and/or SCBS malfunction.

FOW and SCBS are turned of f.

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

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change and turn the TPMS war ning light on. If the war ning light comes on, see p. 5.

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DASHBOARD
ILLUMINATION/
DIMMER1/
TRIP METER

Brake Warning Light

Parking brake on/low brake
uid/malfunction

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

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.

3

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

TRIP COMPUTER

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.

Flashing: Engine is starting to run hot.

On: Engine is overheating. Safely pull

Off: Engine coolant is warm and warm air

NOTE: 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.

The following information
can be selected by pushing
the or of the INFO
button on the steering wheel.

• Approximate distance you

can travel on the available
fuel (RANGE)

• Average fuel economy

• Current fuel economy

• Average vehicle speed

• To reset, push and hold

the INFO button for more
than 1.5 seconds.

Red Coolant Temp Light

Drive slowly to reduce engine load.

over to the side of the road and turn
the engine off. Refer 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.

is available for heater/defroster. The light
may stay on for a few minutes after start­up when the engine is cold, but the vehicle
can be driven with the light on or off.

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Instrument Cluster (Type B)

OUTSIDE

SPEED UNIT

SELECTOR

3

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
pushing the INFO button for
5 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 3 seconds or
longer until it stops ashing.

With Mazda Connect:

1 Go to System Settings.

IMPORTANT: 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.

GLOSSARY OF WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS

TCS

Traction Control System (TCS)

OFF

Off Indicator Light

Traction Control System (TCS)/

Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)

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

BSM

BSM OFF (Blind Spot

OFF

Monitoring) (p. 21)
SPORT Mode On (p. 35)
Lights On (Exterior)
Headlight High Beams On
Air Bag/Front Seat Belt

Pretensioner System

Malfunction

4WD

AWD Warning Indication

On:

Flashing: Stop vehicle/tow to

Mazda dealer.

Check Engine Light

Seat Belt Unbuckled/

Malfunction

Turn Signals/Hazard

Warning Indicator Lights

Tire Pressure Monitoring System

(TPMS) Warning Light (p. 5)

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 (Antilock Brake

System) Malfunction

Shift Position Indicator Light
Security Indicator Light
Brake Warning Light

Parking brake on/low brake
uid/malfunction

Master Warning Light

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

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to change and turn the TPMS warning light on. If the warning light comes on, see p. 5.

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ILLUMINATION/
DIMMER1/
TRIP METER

TACHOMETER

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

NOTE: See Owner’s Manual for more

details and explanations.

TRIP COMPUTER

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.

Flashing: Engine is starting to run hot.

On: Engine is overheating. Safely pull

Off: Engine coolant is warm and warm air

The following information
can be selected by pushing
the or of the INFO
button on the steering wheel.

• Approximate distance you

can travel on the available
fuel (RANGE)

• Average fuel economy

• Current fuel economy

• Average vehicle speed

• To reset, push and hold

the INFO button for more
than 1.5 seconds.

Red Coolant Temp Light

Drive slowly to reduce engine load.

over to the side of the road and turn
the engine off. Refer 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.

is available for heater/defroster. The light
may stay on for a few minutes after start­up when the engine is cold, but the vehicle
can be driven with the light on or off.

NOTE: 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.

1

• Rotate the knob to adjust the bright ness of t he 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.

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Transmission

MANUAL SHIFT MODE

Manual Shift Mode gives you the feel of driving a manual transmission by
allowing you to manually shift to control engine rpm and torque when more
control is desired.

To Use Manual Shift Mode:

• Shift the lever from D to M.

To Shift Up
To A Higher Gear:

• Pull the steering UP

switch (+) once or
tap the shift lever
back (+) once.

To Shift Down
To A Lower Gear:

• Pull the steering DOWN

switch (-) once or
tap the shift lever
forward (-) once.

NOTE: Steering Shift

Switches can be used in
“D” or “M”.

- DOWN

Shift Switch

DRIVE SELECTION

By selecting Sport mode, greater vehicle
response is achieved through automatic
adjustments in transmission shift control
and engine throttle control. This provides
additional quick acceleration which may be
needed to safely make maneuvers such as
lane changes, merging onto freeways, or
passing other vehicles.

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.

(if equipped)

+ UP Shift

Switch

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NOTE:

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

mode is switched off. SPORT mode cannot be turned on or of f 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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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.

ACCELERATOR PEDAL KICKDOWN SWITCH*

The accelerator pedal is equipped with a kickdown
switch designed to allow optimal engine performance
while accelerating.

When you depress the accelerator 95% of the way, you
will feel an increase in resistance. Push harder, and you
will feel a click as you activate the kickdown switch.
The transmission will usually downshift (depending on
engine speed) and the engine will switch to maximum
power mode. This kickdown switch function is the
same in both Manual mode and in “D”.

*Available on vehicles with automatic transmission only.

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, HLA
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 position other than the reverse (R) position.

IM P ORTAN T: The HLA system will hold the vehicle for a ma ximum of 2.0

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

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Notes

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

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and Google Play (Android Market) for Android powered devices. After downloading
app, customer name, email, smartphone number and VIN are required.

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Customer Delivery Checklist

VEHICLE PRESENTATION:

Refer to the Smart Start Guide during presentation

Driver’s View ........................1

• Location of Switches and Control

Keyless Entry ........................3

Advanced Keyless Entry* ..........3

• Door Request Switch*

Star ting the Engine .................4

• Accelerated Warm-Up System (AWS)

• Push Button Start System

• Emergency Vehicle Entry/
Engine Start/Stop

Tire Pressure Monitor System ....5

• Initialize TPMS before delivery

Seats .................................6

Break In Period .....................6

Fuel Economy .......................6

Mazda Connect .....................7

Bluetooth

ESSENTIAL INFORMATION

®

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

• Pair Phone

• Make/Receive Call

• Toll-Free Customer
Service 800-430-0153

Navigation System* ...............11

• SD Card

• Planning a Route

Commander / Voice Control .....14

*if equipped

SAFET Y & TECHNOLOGY INFOGENERAL INFO

• Bluetooth Audio

• Review of Warning and Indicator

Mazda Connect Settings ..........8

Active Driving Display* ...........13

Mazda Radar Cruise Control* ...15

Smar t City Brake Support* .......17

Smart Brake Support* ............18

Lane Departure

Warning System (LDWS)*

........19

Distance Recognition Support

System (DRSS)

.....................20

Blind Spot Monitoring*. . . . . . . . . . . .21

Rear Cross Trafc Alert* .........22

Lights ...............................23

Wiper/Washer ......................24

Adaptive Front

Lighting System (AFS)*

...........25

High Beam Control* ...............26

Climate Control ....................28

Audio Controls .....................29

Set Clock .............................8

Audio USB & AUX Inputs .........27

Instrument Cluster ................31

Light Function and Location

Transmission .......................35

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 Deliver y Checklist have been reviewed with the
customer and the first maintenance appointment has been scheduled:

SALES CONSULTANT DAT E CUSTOMER DATE

Signed copy must be placed in dealer jacket.

Customer Delivery Checklist

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

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 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

• Review the system Caution

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

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

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Because you and your Mazda deserve the best

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 fro your vehicle.

* See vehicle’s scheduled-maintenance program for details.

** Visit the Mazda Owners website at www.MyMazda.com/fullcircle to find a

participating Mazda Full Circle Service Dealer.

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

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SERVICE INSPECTION

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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 it’s 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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