warning light MAZDA CX90 2024 Owner's Manual

You are carrying the transmitter.The vehicle power is switched OFF.All the doors are closed.
All the doors, liftgate, fuel-filler lid, and
the fuel-filler lid/charging port lid are
locked.
When locking, the hazard warning
lights and a beep sound operate 1
time.
NOTE
To prevent the transmitter from being
left in the vehicle, make sure that the
driver carries the transmitter when
locking the doors with any door
open.
After locking by pressing the
door-lock switch and if the liftgate is
closed last with the transmitter left in
the vehicle, the liftgate will not be
locked.
Locking/Unlocking Using the
Door-Lock Knob
Locking/unlocking only the door
where the door-lock knob is operated.
1. Unlocking
2. Locking
Locking the doors from the outside
using the door-lock knob
A door can be locked by turning the
inside lock knob to the lock side and
closing the door.
NOTE
After locking by pressing the
door-lock switch, if the liftgate is
closed last with the transmitter left in
the vehicle, the liftgate will not be
locked.
In the following cases, the doors are
unlocked to prevent the key from
being left in the vehicle.
When the vehicle power is
switched to ACC or ON, and the
lock knob on the driver's door is
turned to the lock side while either
a door or the liftgate is open.
The key is left in the vehicle.
Locking Using the Vehicle Speed
Sensing Auto Door Lock Function
All the doors, the liftgate, the fuel-filler lid/charging port lid are
locked when the vehicle speed
exceeds 20 km/h (12 mph).
Opening/closing
Doors
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Powe r L i ft g ate*
The liftgate opens and closes
automatically by operating the key
switch or various switches for the
vehicle.
The power liftgate has 3 functions.
Hands-free function
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The liftgate can be opened and closed
by doing a kicking motion when both
hands are occupied, such as when
holding groceries or luggage.
Liftgate easy closure
The easy closure assists in closing the
liftgate.
When you close the liftgate to the
position where it is slightly ajar, it will
finish closing automatically to the
fully-closed position.
NOTE
If the liftgate is opened/closed
repeatedly in a short period of time,
the easy closure function may not
operate. Wait for about 2 seconds and
then try again.
Jam-safe function
The jam-safe function detects a person
or obstruction to prevent the person or
object from getting caught in the
liftgate.
When the jam-safe function detects
that a person or object is caught in the
liftgate while it is opening/closing
automatically, a warning sound is
activated and the liftgate moves in the
reverse direction, and then stops.
NOTE
The jam-safe function does not
operate while the easy closure is
operating (from ajar position to fully
closed position).
Warnings and Cautionsfor Using the Power Liftgate
WARNING
Always check the safety of the area
around the liftgate before operating/
closing it automatically.
Not checking the safety of the area
around the liftgate for people before
opening/closing the liftgate
automatically is dangerous. A person
could become caught between the
liftgate and an obstruction while it is
opening automatically or between the
liftgate and vehicle while it is closing
automatically, resulting in an accident
and serious injury.
Keep your eyes on the liftgate when
opening/closing the liftgate
automatically.
If there is an obstruction, the liftgate
may not fully close due to the jam-safe
function. Driving the vehicle with the
liftgate not fully closed is dangerous as
a person or an object could fall out of
the vehicle resulting in a serious
accident, injury, or death.
Do not let a child operate the
switches.
If the liftgate is opened/closed
unexpectedly by a child operating the
switches mistakenly, the child or
another occupant's head or hands
could get caught, resulting in an
accident and serious injury.
Opening/closing
Liftgate
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To prevent an unintended operation,
place the key outside of its operation
range or turn off the hands-free
function using Mazda Connect.
A person not carrying a key does
the kicking motion.
 While the liftgate is open, a person
sitting on the edge of the luggage
compartment swings his or her
legs.
 Installing/removing the body cover
or removing snow around the rear
bumper.
 Picking up something which was
dropped under the rear bumper.
 Spraying water on the rear bumper
using a high water pressure car
washer.
 Pushing a shopping cart close to
the rear bumper.
 A moving object such as an animal
or a ball approaches the rear
bumper.How to Use the Power
Liftgate
NOTE
In the following cases, the liftgate
may not open/close automatically.
The vehicle is parked on an incline.There are strong winds.There is snow on the liftgate.If the lead-acid battery is
disconnected with the liftgate open,
the liftgate cannot be opened/
closed automatically. To restore the
automatic open/close function, fully
close the liftgate manually.
If the system detects weight such as
that caused by a snow-laden liftgate
when it is opened automatically, a
warning sound is activated, the
liftgate moves in the reverse
direction, and then stops.
If the selector lever is shifted to
another position and the vehicle is
moved while the liftgate is opening/
closing automatically, a warning
sound is activated and the liftgate
closes.
The liftgate may close unexpectedly
after opening it on slopes. Always
make sure that the liftgate is
stationary.
When the following operations are
performed, the hazard warning lights
flash 2 times, a warning sound is
activated, and the liftgate
automatically opens/closes fully.
Opening/closing
Liftgate
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The liftgate is not automatically
opening/closing.
The doors, liftgate, and the fuel-filler
lid/charging port lid are locked, the
hazard warning lights operate 1 time.
Then, the liftgate fully closes
automatically.
Opening/closing using the hands-free
function*
Do the kicking motion with all of the
following conditions met while the
vehicle is stopped.
You are carrying the key.The hands-free function is on.The vehicle power is switched to a
position other than ON, or the
selector lever is in P with the vehicle
power switched ON.
A : About 30―50 cm (12―19.7 in)
B : About 10 cm (3.9 in)

When the kicking motion is done
correctly, the hazard warning lights
flash 2 times, a beep sound is
activated, and the liftgate opens/
closes automatically. Be careful not to
contact the liftgate.
Move your foot away from under the
bumper within about 1 second after
moving it under the bumper.
If the kicking motion is done while the
liftgate is opening/closing
automatically, the liftgate will stop. If
the kicking motion is done again, the
liftgate moves in the direction opposite
to the direction it was moving before it
stopped.
CAUTION
Do not do the kicking motion while
wearing footwear which exposes the
feet, such as sandals. If your foot
contacts the hot exhaust pipe, it
could cause serious burns.
 Do not do the kicking motion while
the area where you are standing is
unstable such as a slope or icy road.
Otherwise, you could fall down,
resulting in injury.
NOTE
The hands-free sensor detects in a
range of about 30 cm on both the
left and right sides from the center of
the rear bumper.
The hands-free sensor may not
operate normally under the following
conditions.
Opening/closing
Liftgate
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Powe r Wi n d ow s
The power window has two functions.
Auto-opening/Closing Function
The windows can be fully opened and
closed without having to continue
operating the power window switch.
Jam-Safe Function
If a foreign object is detected between
the window and the window frame
while the window is closing , the
window stops closing and opens
slightly.
NOTE
The power windows cannot be
opened from the outside of the
vehicle if the power window
initialization has not been
completed.
Refer to Initializing the Power
Window on page 8-31.
(A window cannot be closed)
If the jam-safe function has operated
and the window cannot be closed,
check around the window frame for
a foreign object.
If there is no foreign object around
the window frame, forcibly close a
window using the following
procedure.
1. After switching the vehicle powerOFF, wait for 45 seconds or
longer.
2. Switch the vehicle power ON.
3. Operate the switch in the direction to close the window
until the jam-safe function
operates and the window stops.
Repeat this operation a total of 5
times.
4. Continue pulling up the switch to fully close the window.
Warnings and Cautions
for Using the Power Windows
WARNING
When closing the windows, be careful
that a passenger’s hand or head does
not get pinched.
Be especially careful with children. If a
hand or head becomes pinched, it
could cause serious injury.
Do not let a child operate the power
window switches.
If a hand or head becomes pinched, it
could cause serious injury.
Keep the power window lock switch
in the lock position when carrying a
child.
If the child operates the power
window switch incorrectly and a hand
or head becomes pinched, it could
cause serious injury.
Make sure that there is nothing
blocking the window just before it
closes completely or while the power
window switch is being pulled.
The jam-safe function may not be able
to prevent the window from closing
completely. If a finger gets pinched, it
could cause serious injury.
Do not let a child put a hand or head
out of the window.
Be careful not to let a child put a hand
or head out of the window while
driving the vehicle. If the child's hand
or head hits something outside the
vehicle or sudden braking is applied, it
could result in seri ous injury or death.
Opening/closing
Windows
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Immobilizer System
The immobilizer system allows the
hybrid system to start only with a key
the system recognizes.
NOTE
The keys carry a unique electronic
code. For this reason, and to assure
your safety, obtaining a replacement
key requires security validation, this
will add some delays in supplying a
replacement key. They are only
available through an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
Always keep a spare key in case one
is lost. If a key is lost, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealeras soon as
possible.
If you lose a key, an Authorized
Mazda Dealer will reset the
electronic codes of your remaining
keys and immobilizer system. Bring
all the remaining keys to an
Authorized Mazda Dealerto reset.
Warnings and Cautions
for Using the Immobilizer System
CAUTION
Radio equipment like this is
governed by laws in the United
States.
Changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could
void the user's authority to operate
the equipment.
 To avoid damage to the key, do not:
 Drop the key.
 Get the key wet.
 Expose the key to any kind of
magnetic field.
 Expose the key to high
temperatures on places such as the
dashboard, under direct sunlight.
 If the hybrid system does not start
with the correct key, and the security
indicator light keeps illuminating or
flashing , the system may have a
malfunction. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
Opening/closing
Security System
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Theft-Deterrent System
If the theft-deterrent system detects an
inappropriate entry into the vehicle,
which could result in the vehicle or its
contents being stolen, the alarm alerts
the surrounding area of an abnormality
by sounding the horn and flashing the
hazard warning lights.

The system will not function unless it's
properly armed. So when you leave the
vehicle, follow the arming procedure
correctly.
How to Use the
Theft-Deterrent System
How to Arm the System
1. Close the windows and the
panorama sunroof/moonroof*
securely.
2. Switch the vehicle power OFF.
3. Make sure the hood, the doors, and the liftgate are closed.
4. Press the lock button on the transmitter. The hazard warning
lights will flash once.
The following method will also arm
the theft-deterrent system:
Press the door-lock switch
while
any door is open and then close all
of the doors.
( With the advanced keyless
function)
Touch the sensing area of the door
lock touch sensor.
The security indicator light
in
the instrument cluster flashes twice
per second for 20 seconds.
5. After 20 seconds, the system is fully armed.
NOTE
The theft-deterrent system can also
be armed by activating the auto
relock function with all the doors,
the liftgate and the hood closed.
Refer to Transmitter on page 4-5.
The system will disarm if one of the
following operations takes place
within 20 seconds after pressing the
lock button:
Unlocking any door.Opening any door.Opening the hood.Switching the vehicle power ON.
To rearm the system, do the arming
procedure again.
Opening/closing
Security System
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When the doors are locked by
pressing the lock button on the
transmitter while the theft-deterrent
system is armed, the hazard warning
lights will flash once to indicate that
the system is armed.
Operation
Horn triggering conditions
The horn sounds intermittently and the
hazard warning lights flash for about
30 seconds when the system is
triggered by any one of the following:
Unlocking a door with the auxiliary
key, door lock switch, or an inside
door-lock knob.
Forcing open a door, the hood or the
liftgate.
Opening the hood by operating the
hood release handle.
Switching the vehicle power ON
without using the power switch.
If the system is triggered again, the
lights and horn will activate until the
driver's door or the liftgate is unlocked
with the transmitter.
(With the advanced keyless function)
The lights and horn can also be
deactivated by touching the sensing
area of the door release touch sensor.
NOTE
The liftgate does not open while the
theft-deterrent system is operating.
If the lead-acid battery goes dead
while the theft-deterrent system is
armed, the horn will activate and the
hazard warning lights will flash when
the lead-acid battery is charged or
replaced.
To S t o p t h e A l a r m
A triggered alarm can be turned off
using any one of the following
methods:
Pressing the unlock button on the
transmitter.
Starting the hybrid system with the
power switch.
(With the advanced keyless
function)
Touching the sensing area of the
door release touch sensor.
Pressing the electric liftgate opener
while the key is being carried.
The hazard warning lights will flash
twice.
To Turn Off an Armed System
An armed system can be turned off
using any one of the following
methods:
Pressing the unlock button on the
transmitter.
Starting the hybrid system with the
power switch.
(With the advanced keyless
function)
Touching the sensing area of the
door release touch sensor.
The hazard warning lights will flash
twice.
NOTE
When the doors are unlocked by
pressing the unlock button on the
transmitter while the theft-deterrent
system is turned off, the hazard
warning lights will flash twice to
indicate that the system is turned off.
Opening/closing
Security System
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Temporarily Deactivating the Rear
Seat Alert
When the instrument cluster displays a
message concerning the Rear Seat
Alert, the driver can temporarily
deactivate the system.
Operate according to the message
displayed in the instrument cluster.
When the message "Press and Hold
INFO Switch to Deactivate Rear Seat
Alert" is displayed in the instrument
cluster, press and hold the INFO switch
for 2 seconds or longer.
When the system is temporarily
deactivated, a chime sounds and a
message to notify that the operation
was completed appears in the
instrument cluster. The message
disappears after a short period of time.
NOTE
When the vehicle power is switched
OFF, the temporary deactivation is
canceled.
Turning the Rear Seat Alert Off
The Rear Seat Alert can be set to off
using Mazda Connect.
Refer to Mazda Connect Owner's
Manual or consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
NOTE
Under the following conditions, the
warning light
turns on 2 times to
indicate the system has been stopped
when the vehicle power is switched
ON, and then turns off after a short
period of time.
The Rear Seat Alert is turned off.The Rear Seat Alert is temporarily
deactivated.
Remote engine starting via
Connected Service is used*.The lead-acid battery charge is low.
Opening/closing
Rear Seat Alert
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Instantaneous Fuel Economy
Display................................5-40
i-ACTIVSENSE Status Symbol
(Warning/Risk Avoidance
Support System).................. 5-41
Compass Display................. 5-41
Message Display.................. 5-42
Active Driving Display............. 5-43 Active Driving Display
*......... 5-43
Warnings and Cautions for Using
the Active Driving Display..... 5-44
Convenient Ways to Use the
Active Driving Display.......... 5-45
Selector Lever......................... 5-46 Warning and Cautions for Using
the Selector Lever................ 5-46
How to Use the Selector
Lever................................... 5-47
Steering Shift Switches............. 5-50 Warnings and Cautions for Using
the Steering Shift Switches ...........
.......................................... 5-50
How to Use the Steering Shift
Switches..............................5-51
Convenient Ways to Use the
Steering Shift Switches..........5-55
Foot Brake..............................5-56 Warning and Cautions for Using
the Foot Brake..................... 5-56
Electric Parking Br ake (EPB)...... 5-57
Electric Parking Brake (EPB) ..........
.......................................... 5-57
Warning and Cautions for Using
the Electric Parking Brake
(EPB).................................. 5-57
How to Use the Electric Parking
Brake (EPB)..........................5-58
Convenient Ways to Use the
Electric Parking Brake (EPB) ..........
.......................................... 5-59
Brake Override System............. 5-61 Brake Override System......... 5-61
Warning and Cautions for Using
the Brake Override System ...........
.......................................... 5-61
How to Use the Brake Override
System................................ 5-62
AUTOHOLD........................... 5-63 AUTOHOLD........................ 5-63
Warning and Cautions for Using
the AUTOHOLD.................. 5-63
How to Use the
AUTOHOLD........................ 5-64
Hill Launch Assist (HLA)........... 5-66 Hill Launch Assist (HLA)........5-66
Warning and Cautions for Using
the Hill Launch Assist
(HLA).................................. 5-66
Light Switch............................5-67 Light Switch......................... 5-67
Warnings and Cautions for Using
the Light Switch................... 5-67
How to Use the Light
Switch................................. 5-68
Convenient Ways to Use the Light
Switch................................. 5-70
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