engine MAZDA CX9 2023 Owners Manual

WA R N I N G
Always adjust Mazda Connect while the vehicle is stopped:
Do not adjust Mazda Connect with the Commander switch while driving the vehicle.
Adjusting Mazda Connect with the Commander switch while driving the vehicle is dangerous
as it could distract your attention from the vehicle operation which could lead to a serious
accident.
Even if the audio remote control switches are eq uipped on the steering wheel, learn to use the
switches without looking down at them so that you can keep your maximum attention on the
road while driving the vehicle.
Do not allow the connection plug cord to get tangled with the selector lever:
Allowing the plug cord to become tangled with the selector lever is dangerous as it could
interfere with driving, resulting in an accident.
Do not adjust a mobile device or a similar product while driving the vehicle:
Adjusting a mobile device or a similar product while driving the vehicle is dangerous as it
could distract your attention from the vehicle operation which could lead to a serious
accident. Always adjust a mobile device or a similar product while the vehicle is stopped.
CAUTION
For the purposes of safe driving, adjust the au dio volume to a level that allows you to hear
sounds outside of the vehicle including car horns and particul arly emergency vehicle sirens.
NOTE
Do not use Mazda Connect for a long time with the engine stopped. Otherwise, the battery
power could be depleted.
If a mobile phone or CB radio is used in or near the vehicle, it could cause noise to occur
from the audio system. However, this does not indicate a problem.
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Mazda Connect [Mazda Connect (Type A)]
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All SiriusXM services require a subscription, sold separately or as a package by SiriusXM
Radio Inc. (or, in Canada, SiriusXM Canada Inc.), after any tri al subscription which may be
included with your vehicle purchase or lease. To subscribe afte r your trial subscription, call
1-877-447-0011 (U.S.A.) or 1-877-438-9677 (Canada).
CAUTION
It is prohibited to copy, decompile, disassemble, reverse engineer, hack, manipulate, or
otherwise make available any technology or software incorporated in receivers compatible
with the SiriusXM satellite radio service or that support the SiriusXM website, the online
service or any of its content. Furthermore, the AMBE
® voice compression software included in
this product is protected by intellectual prop erty rights including patent rights, copyrights,
and trade secrets of Digital Voice Systems, Inc. The SiriusXM Service may include traffic,
weather and other content and emergency alert information and data. Such information and
data is not for “safety for life”, but is me rely supplemental and advisory in nature and,
therefore, cannot be relied upon as safety critic al. Neither SiriusXM nor Mazda is responsible
for any errors inaccuracies in the SiriusXM data services or its use in applications. The SiriusXM
content is subject to change without notice.
HD Radio™
What is HD Radio™ Technology and how does it work?
HD Radio™ Technology is the digital evolution of analog AM/FM r adio. Your radio
product has a special receiver which allows it to receive digit al broadcasts (where available)
in addition to the analog broadcasts it already receives. Digit al broadcasts have better sound
quality than analog broadcasts as digital broadcasts provide fr ee, crystal clear audio. For
more information, and a guide to available radio stations and p rogramming, please visit
www.hdradio.com.
Benefits of HD Radio™ Technology
(Information)
The song title, artist name, album name and genre will appear o n the screen when available
by the radio station.
(Multicast)
On the FM radio frequency most digital stations have “multiple” or supplemental programs
on each FM station.
HD Radio Technology manufactured under license from iBiquity Di gital Corporation. U.S.
and Foreign Patents.
For patents see http://dts.com/patents.
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Mazda Connect [Mazda Connect (Type A)]
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Do not adjust a mobile device or a similar product while driving the vehicle:
Adjusting a mobile device or a similar product while driving the vehicle is dangerous as it
could distract your attention from the vehi cle operation which could lead to a serious
accident. Always adjust a mobi le device or a similar product while the vehicle is stopped.
CAUTION
For the purposes of safe driving, adjust the au dio volume to a level that allows you to hear
sounds outside of the vehicle including car horns and particularly emergency vehicle sirens.
NOTE
Do not use Mazda Connect for a long time with the engine stopped. Otherwise, the battery
power could be depleted.
If a mobile phone or CB radio is used in or near the vehicle, it could cause noise to occur
from the audio system. However, this does not indicate a problem.
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Mazda Connect [Mazda Connect (Type B)]
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CAUTION
It is prohibited to copy, decompile, disassemble, reverse engineer, hack, manipulate, or
otherwise make available any technology or software incorporated in receivers compatible
with the SiriusXM satellite radio service or that support the SiriusXM website, the online
service or any of its content. Furthermore, the AMBE
® voice compression software included in
this product is protected by intellectual prop erty rights including patent rights, copyrights,
and trade secrets of Digital Voice Systems, Inc. The SiriusXM Service may include traffic,
weather and other content and emergency alert information and data. Such information and
data is not for “safety for life”, but is me rely supplemental and advisory in nature and,
therefore, cannot be relied upon as safety critic al. Neither SiriusXM nor Mazda is responsible
for any errors in accuracies in the SiriusXM da ta services or its use in applications. The
SiriusXM content is subject to change without notice.
NOTE
SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service is available in the 48 contiguous United States and the
District of Columbia. The service is not available in Alaska, Hawaii or Puerto Rico.
HD Radio™
What is HD Radio™ Technology and how does it work?
HD Radio™ Technology is the digital evolution of analog AM/FM r adio.
Your radio product has a special receiver which allows it to re ceive digital broadcasts
(where available) in addition to the analog broadcasts it alrea dy receives.
Digital broadcasts have better sound quality than analog broadc asts as digital broadcasts
provide free, crystal clear audio.
For more information, and a guid e to available radio stations and programming, please visit
www.hdradio.com.
Benefits of HD Radio™ Technology
(Information)
The song title, artist name, alb um name will appear on the scre en when available by the
radio station.
(Multicast)
On the FM radio frequency most digital stations have “multiple” or supplemental programs
on each FM station.
HD Radio Technology manufactured under license from iBiquity Di gital Corporation. U.S.
and Foreign Patents.
For patents see http://dts.com/patents.
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Mazda Connect [Mazda Connect (Type B)]
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Interior Lights
NOTE
Do not leave the lights on for long
periods while the engine is turned off.
Otherwise the battery power could be
depleted.
Overhead Lights
Ty p e A
Switch Posi‐ tion Overhead Lights
Light off
Light is on when any door is openLight is on or off when the illumi‐
nated entry system is on
Light on
Front
Center
Rear
NOTE
The rear overhead light and the center
map lights also turn on and off when the
front overhead light switch is operated.
Ty p e B
Switch
Overhead Lights
(DOOR
OFF) The DOOR OFF switch can be
switched between the DOOR posi‐
tion and DOOR OFF position.
DOOR position
The lights turn on when any of the
doors is opened.
The lights turn on/off in conjunc‐
tion with the illuminated entry
system.
DOOR OFF position
The lights do not turn on even if
any of the doors is opened.
The lights do not turn on/off in
conjunction with the illuminated
entry system.
(ON/
OFF) Press the switch to turn it on. Press
the switch again to turn off the
lights.
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CAUTION
To prevent accessory socket damage or
electrical failure, pay attention to the
following:
 Do not use accessories that require
more than 120 W (DC 12 V, 10 A).
 Do not use accessories that are not
genuine Mazda accessories or the
equivalent.
 Close the cover when the accessory
socket is not in use to prevent foreign
objects and liquids from getting into
the accessory socket.
 Correctly insert the plug into the
accessory socket.
 Do not insert the cigarette lighter into
the accessory socket.
 Noise may occur on the audio playback
depending on the device connected to
the accessory socket.
 Depending on the device connected to
the accessory socket, the vehicle's
electrical system may be affected, which
could cause the warning light to
illuminate. Disconnect the connected
device and make sure that the problem is
resolved. If the problem is resolved,
disconnect the device from the socket
and switch the ignition off. If the problem
is not resolved, consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
NOTE
To prevent discharging of the battery, do
not use the socket for long periods with the
engine off or idling.
USB Power Outlet*
Second-row seat (6:4 split
adjustable-type bench seat type,
Captain seat and second-row seat
console type)
The USB power outlets can be used
regardless of whether the ignition is
switched to ACC or ON.
Only use USB devices that have a
maximum power consumption of 10.5W
(DC5V, 2.1A) or below.
6:4 split adjustable-type bench seat type
USB power outlet
Captain seat and second-row seat
console type
USB power outlet
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CAUTION
To prevent USB power outlets damage or
electrical failure, pay attention to the
following:
Do not use USB devices that require more
than 10.5 W (DC 5 V, 2.1 A).
 Close the lid when the USB power outlets
are not in use to prevent foreign objects
and liquids from getting into the USB
power outlets.
 Correctly connect the USB connector into
the USB power outlets.
NOTE
The USB power outlets are designed
only for charging and they cannot be
used for connecting to the vehicle's
audio system.
To prevent discharging of the battery, do
not use the USB power outlets for long
periods with the engine off or idling.
How to connect
The groove in the armrest box can be used
to pass the cord of the device into the box
to connect it to the U SB power outlets.
1. Open the lid.
2. Route the cord through the groove in
the armrest box and insert the USB
connector into the USB power outlets.
6:4 split adjustable -type bench seat type
USB Connector
Captain seat and second-row seat
console type
USB Connector
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Second-row seat (Captain seat and walk
through type)
The USB power outlets can be used
regardless of whether the ignition is
switched to ACC or ON.
Only use USB devices that have a
maximum power consumption of 12.5W
(DC5V, 2.5A) or below.
USB power outlet
CAUTION
To prevent USB power outlets damage or
electrical failure, pay attention to the
following:
Do not use USB devices that require more
than 12.5 W (DC 5 V, 2.5 A).
 Correctly connect the USB connector into
the USB power outlets.
NOTE
The USB power outlets are designed
only for charging and they cannot be
used for connecting to the vehicle's
audio system.
To prevent discharging of the battery, do
not use the USB power outlets for long
periods with the engine off or idling.
Third-row seat
The USB power outlets can be used
regardless of whether the ignition is
switched to ACC or ON.
Only use USB devices that have a
maximum power consumption of 12.5W
(DC5V, 2.5A) or below.
USB power outlet
CAUTION
To prevent USB power outlets damage or
electrical failure, pay attention to the
following:
Do not use USB devices that require more
than 12.5 W (DC 5 V, 2.5 A).
 Correctly connect the USB connector into
the USB power outlets.
NOTE
The USB power outlets are designed
only for charging and they cannot be
used for connecting to the vehicle's
audio system.
To prevent discharging of the battery, do
not use the USB power outlets for long
periods with the engine off or idling.
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When charging, do not place any item
other than the mobile device to be
charged on the Wireless Charger (Qi). In
addition, do not place any metal object,
IC card, coin, or magnetic item near the
charging area.
 Remove dust or dirt from the charging
area before use.
 Do not apply strong force or impact to
the Wireless Charger (Qi) or get it wet.
 Use only mobile devices which support
the Wireless Charger (Qi).

How to use
1. Start the engine.
2. The power for the Wireless Charger (Qi) turns on and the LED indicator
turns on.
The power can be turned on/off by
pressing the power button on the
Wireless Charger (Qi) for about 3
seconds.
When the power is turned off, the
LED indicator turns off.
3. Place a device compliant with the Qi
Wireless Charging standard in the
center of the charging area on the tray.
The LED indicator turns on in amber
or green when charging starts.
For details on the LED indicator,
refer to the following LED indicator
table.
Charging starts when all the doors
and liftgate are closed.
The function to reduce noise on the
radio operates if the power button is
pressed for about 1 second during
charging. Use it when noise occurs
on the radio due to interference by
the Wireless Charger (Qi). Press the
power button again for about 1
second to cancel the function.

LED indicator
The status of the Wireless Charger (Qi)
can be checked using the LED indicator.
Status Illumination/flash
pattern
OFF Does not turn on
Stand-by (charging is pos‐
sible) Turns on in white
Normal charging Turns on in amber
Fast charging
*1Turns on in green
Normal charging (charging
efficiency is low) Flashes in amber
Fast charging
*1 (charging
efficiency is low) Flashes in green
Stand-by (charging is not
possible) Flashes in white
Charging is stopped due to
high temperature or foreign
matter detected Flashes in red
Charging is stopped due to
internal problem or mal‐
function Turns on in red
*1 Some mobile devices can switch
between normal charging and fast
charging.

CAUTION
 While a mobile device is placed on the
charging area, keep the vehicle key away
from the Wireless Charger (Qi). The
vehicle key may not be detected due to
radio wave interference by the Wireless
Charger (Qi).
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6Maintenance and Care
How to keep your Mazda in top condition.
Essential Information........................6-2 Introduction.................................. 6-2
Scheduled Maintenance.................... 6-4 Scheduled Maintenance (U.S.A.,
Canada, and Puerto Rico)............. 6-4
Scheduled Maintenance
(Mexico)..................................... 6-10
Owner Maintenance........................ 6-15 Owner Maintenance
Precautions................................. 6-15
Hood........................................... 6-17
Engine Compartment
Overview.................................... 6-19
Engine Oil...................................6-20
Engine Coolant........................... 6-22
Brake Fluid............ ..................... 6-23
Washer Fluid............................... 6-24
Body Lubrication...... .................. 6-25
Wiper Blades.............................. 6-25
Battery........................................ 6-31
Key Battery Replacement........... 6-33
Tires............................................ 6-35
Light Bulbs................................. 6-40
Fuses........................................... 6-48
Appearance Care............................. 6-55 Exterior Care.............................. 6-55
Interior Care................................6-61
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