display MAZDA MODEL 3 5-DOOR 2014 Owners Manual

7–25
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
Signal Warning
Electronic Brake Force
Distribution System Warning If the electronic brake force distribution control unit determines that \
some components
are operating incorrectly, the control unit may illuminate the brake system warning
light and the ABS warning light simultaneously. The problem is likely to be the
electronic brake force distribution system.WARNING
Do not drive with both the ABS warning light and brake warning light illuminated.
Have the vehicle towed to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the brakes
inspected as soon as possible:
Driving when the brake system warning light and ABS warning light are
illuminated simultaneously is dangerous.
When both lights are illuminated, the rear wheels could lock more quickly in an
emergency stop than under normal circumstances.
Charging System Warning Light If the warning light illuminates while driving, it indicates a malfuncti\
on of the
alternator or of the charging system.
Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.CAUTION
Do not continue driving when the charging system warning light is illuminated
because the engine could stop unexpectedly.
Engine Oil Warning
Light This warning light indicates low engine oil pressure.
CAUTION
Do not run the engine if the oil pressure is low. Otherwise, it could result in extensive
engine damage.
If the light illuminates or the warning indication is displayed while dr\
iving:
1. Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way on level ground.
2. Turn off the engine and wait 5 minutes for the oil to drain back into the oil p\
an.
3. Inspect the engine oil level 6-28 . If it's low, add the appropriate amount of engine oil while being careful not to overfi ll.
CAUTION
Do not run the engine if the oil level is low. Otherwise, it could result in extensive
engine damage.
4. Start the engine and check the warning light.
If the light remains illuminated even though the oil level is normal or \
after adding oil,
stop the engine immediately and have your vehicle towed to an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
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*Some models.7–27
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
Contact Authorized Mazda Dealer and Have Vehicle Inspected
If any of the following warning lights turns on/fl ashes, the system may have a malfunction.
Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have your vehicle inspected.
Signal Warning
Master Warning
Light
y(Vehicles with type B audio) The light turns on when the system has a malfunction.
Operate the center display and verify the content.
Refer to If a Warning Light Turns On or Flashes on page 7-24 .
y(Vehicles without type B audio) The light illuminates continuously if any one of the following occurs. C\
onsult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
y There is a malfunction in the battery management system. y There is a malfunction in the brake switch.
ABS Warning Light If the ABS warning light stays on while you're driving, the ABS control unit has detected a
system malfunction. If this occurs, your brakes will function normally a\
s if the vehicle had
no ABS.
Should this happen, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. NOTE
yWhen the engine is jump-started to charge the battery, uneven rpm occurs and the ABS
warning light may illuminate. If this occurs, it is the result of the weak battery and does
not indicate an ABS malfunction.
Recharge the battery.
yThe brake assist system does not operate while the ABS warning light is illuminated.
Check Engine Light If this light illuminates while driving, the vehicle may have a problem.\
It is important to
note the driving conditions when the light illuminated and consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
The check engine light may illuminate in the following cases:
y The fuel tank level being very low or approaching empty. y The engine's electrical system has a problem. y The emission control system has a problem. y The fuel-fi
ller cap is missing or not tightened securely.
If the check engine light remains on, or it fl ashes continuously , do not drive at high speeds
and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
Automatic
Transaxle Warning Light
*
The light/indication illuminates when the transaxle has a problem.
CAUTION
If the automatic transaxle warning light illuminates, the transaxle has an electrical
problem. Continuing to drive your Mazda in this condition could cause damage to your
transaxle. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
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*Some models.7–33
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
Message Indicated on Display *
If a message is displayed in the center display (Type B audio), take appropriate action (in a
calm manner) according to the displayed message.
( D isp lay ex am p le)
Stop Vehicle in Safe Place Immediately
If the following messages are displayed in the center display (Type B audio), a vehicle
system may be malfunctioning. Stop the vehicle in a safe place and conta\
ct an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
Display Indicated Condition
Displays if the engine coolant temperature has
increased excessively.
Displays if the charging system has a malfunction.
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9–12
Specifi cations
Personalization Features
Item Feature Factory Setting Available Settings
Blind Spot
Monitoring (BSM)
system The volume of the BSM warning beep can be
changed.
*4
Refer to Settings on page 5-53 .
High High/
Low/ Off
Display The distance unit can be changed.
Refer to Settings on page 5-53 .
Miles or Km Miles/Km
The display language can be changed.
Refer to Settings on page 5-53 . English, French,
or Spanish English/
French/
Spanish
The temperature unit can be changed.
Refer to Settings on page 5-53 . F° or C°
F°/C°
Fuel Economy
Monitor Setting can be changed so that the ending
screen of the Fuel Economy Monitor is
displayed.
Refer to Fuel Economy Monitor on page 4-54 .
OFF
ON/OFF
Fuel economy
resetting procedure Setting can be changed so that the fuel
economy reset is linked with the trip meter
reset.
Refer to Fuel Economy Monitor on page 4-54 .
OFF
ON/OFF
*1 If the setting is changed to Off, the following operation is performed according to the headlight switc\
h position:
y At position: Headlights turn off immediately after the ignition is switched off.y At any position other than : Headlights do not turn off after the ignition is switched off.
*2 When set to Off, the lights-on reminder is operable.
*3 The setting of the lights-on reminder can be changed with the time setti\
ng of auto headlight off function set to Off. Refer to Lights-On Reminder on page 7-34 .
*4 Only the volume of the warning beep during Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)\
operation can be changed. The volume of the warning beep during Rear Cross Traffi c Alert (RCTA) operation cannot be changed.
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10–2
Index
A
Accessory Socket .............................. 5-132
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and
Accessories ......................................... 8-18
Advanced Key Advanced keyless entry system ...... 3-9
Operational range .......................... 3-10
Air Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner
System Warning Beep ......................... 7-34
Air Bag Systems ................................. 2-40
Ambient Temperature Display ............ 4-13
Antilock Brake System (ABS) ............ 4-50
Audio Control Switch Adjusting the Volume .................... 5-56
Mute Switch .................................. 5-56
Seek Switch ................................... 5-56
Audio System ...................................... 5-16 AUX/USB/iPod mode ................... 5-57
Antenna ......................................... 5-16
Audio Control Switch ................... 5-55
Audio Set (Type A) ....................... 5-25
Audio Set (Type B) ....................... 5-36
Operating Tips for Audio System ... 5-17
Satellite Radio ............................... 5-45
Automatic Transaxle ........................... 4-24 Active Adaptive Shift (AAS) ........ 4-26
Driving tips.................................... 4-32
Manual shift mode......................... 4-27
Shift-lock system ........................... 4-26
Shift position indication ................ 4-25
Warning light ................................. 4-25
B
Battery ................................................. 6-36 Maintenance .................................. 6-38
Specifi cations .................................. 9-4
Battery runs out ................................... 7-15 Jump-Starting ................................ 7-15
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) System ... 4-65
BSM OFF switch........................... 4-71
BSM warning light ........................ 4-70
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) ...... 4-66
Care of radar sensors ..................... 4-71
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) System
warning beep ....................................... 7-36
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system
Rear Cross Traffi c Alert (RCTA) ... 4-68
Bluetooth® ........................................... 5-73
Bluetooth® Audio (Type A) ......... 5-111
Bluetooth® Audio (Type B) ......... 5-113
Bluetooth® Hands-Free (Type A) ... 5-93
Bluetooth® Hands-Free (Type B) ... 5-99
Troubleshooting .......................... 5-126
Body Lubrication ................................ 6-32
Bottle Holder ..................................... 5-135
Brakes Brakes assist .................................. 4-48
Foot brake...................................... 4-46
Pad wear indicator ......................... 4-47
Parking brake ................................ 4-47
Warning light ................................. 4-47
Break-In .............................................. 3-45
C
Capacities .............................................. 9-5
Carbon Monoxide ............................... 3-29
Cell Phones ......................................... 8-19
Center Console .................................. 5-136
Child Restraint Child-restraint precautions ............ 2-22
Installing child-restraint systems... 2-28
LATCH child-restraint systems ..... 2-36
Child Safety Locks for Rear Doors ..... 3-20
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10–3
Index
Climate Control System ........................ 5-2 Automatic Climate Control ............. 5-9
Dual-Zone Automatic Climate
Control........................................... 5-12
Gas specifi cations ............................ 9-7
Manual Climate Control .................. 5-5
Operating Tips ................................. 5-2
Vent Operation ................................ 5-3
Clock ................................................... 5-28
Cruise Control ..................................... 4-57 Cruise Control Switch ................... 4-57
Cruise Control Set Vehicle Speed
Display ................................................ 4-14
Cup Holder ........................................ 5-134
Customer Assistance ............................. 8-2
D
Dashboard Illumination ...................... 4-12
Daytime Running Lights ..................... 4-37
Defogger Rear window ................................. 4-43
Mirror ............................................ 4-44
Dimensions ........................................... 9-5
Door Locks .......................................... 3-11
Driving In Flooded Area ..................... 3-49
Driving Tips Automatic transaxle ...................... 4-32
Break-in ......................................... 3-45
Driving in fl ooded area.................. 3-49
Driving on uneven road ................. 3-51
Floor mat ....................................... 3-46
Hazardous driving ......................... 3-46
Money-saving suggestions ............ 3-45
Overloading ................................... 3-50
Rocking the vehicle ....................... 3-47
Winter driving ............................... 3-47
Driving on Uneven Road .................... 3-51
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) ....... 4-52 DSC OFF Indicator Light.............. 4-53
DSC OFF Switch........................... 4-53
TCS/DSC Indicator Light ............. 4-52
E
Emergency Starting Push-Starting ................................. 7-18
Starting a Flooded Engine ............. 7-18
Emergency Towing Tiedown Hooks ............................. 7-22
Towing Description ....................... 7-21
Emission Control System .................... 3-28
Ending Screen Display ........................ 4-55
Engine Coolant .......................................... 6-29
Engine Compartment Overview .... 6-26
Exhaust gas.................................... 3-29
Hood release .................................. 6-24
Oil .................................................. 6-27
Starting ............................................ 4-3
Essential information ............................ 6-2
Event Data Recorder ........................... 8-20
Exhaust Gas ........................................ 3-29
Exterior Care ....................................... 6-63
Aluminum Wheel Maintenance .... 6-68
Bright-Metal Maintenance ............ 6-67
Maintaining the Finish .................. 6-65
Plastic Part Maintenance ............... 6-68
F
Flasher Hazard warning ............................. 4-45
Headlights ..................................... 4-33
Flat Tire ................................................. 7-3 Mounting the Spare Tire................ 7-11
Removing a Flat Tire ....................... 7-7
Floor Mat ............................................ 3-46
Fluid
Brake/Clutch ................................. 6-31
Washer ........................................... 6-31
Fluids Classifi cation ................................... 9-4
Fog Lights ........................................... 4-37
Foot Brake ........................................... 4-46
Front Seat .............................................. 2-5
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10–4
Index
Fuel Filler lid and cap............................ 3-30
Gauge ............................................ 4-12
Requirements................................. 3-27
Tank capacity .................................. 9-5
Fuel Consumption Display ................. 4-55
Fuel Economy Monitor ....................... 4-54 Ending screen display ................... 4-55
Fuel consumption display ............. 4-55
G
Gauges ................................................... 4-9
Glove Compartment .......................... 5-136
H
Hazard Warning Flasher ...................... 4-45
Hazardous Driving .............................. 3-46
Head Restraint ..................................... 2-10
Headlights Control........................................... 4-33
Flashing ......................................... 4-36
High-low beam .............................. 4-36
Hill Launch Assist (HLA) ................... 4-48
Hood Release ...................................... 6-24
Horn .................................................... 4-44
I
If a Warning Light Turns On or
Flashes................................................. 7-24
Ignition Switch .............................................. 4-2
Ignition not switched off (STOP) warning
beep ..................................................... 7-35
Immobilizer System ............................ 3-41
Indicator Lights ................................... 4-19
BSM OFF ...................................... 4-71
Low engine coolant temperature ... 4-20
Wrench .......................................... 4-20
Inside Trunk Release Lever ................ 3-25
Inspecting Brake/Clutch Fluid Level ... 6-31 Inspecting Coolant Level .................... 6-29
Inspecting Engine Oil Level ............... 6-28
Inspecting Washer Fluid Level............ 6-31
Interior Care ........................................ 6-69
Cleaning the Lap/Shoulder Belt
Webbing ........................................ 6-71
Cleaning the Upholstery and Interior
Trim ............................................... 6-69
Cleaning the Window Interiors ..... 6-71
Dashboard Precautions .................. 6-69
Interior Lights ................................... 5-130 Luggage Compartment Light ...... 5-130
Map Lights .................................. 5-130
Overhead Lights .......................... 5-130
J
Jack ....................................................... 7-4
Jump-Starting ...................................... 7-15
K
Key removed from vehicle warning
beep ..................................................... 7-35
Key Suspend Function .......................... 3-8
Key left-in-luggage compartment warning
beep (With the advanced keyless
function) .............................................. 7-35
Key left-in-vehicle warning beep (With
the advanced keyless function) ........... 7-36
Keyless Entry System ........................... 3-3
Keys ...................................................... 3-2 Key suspend function ...................... 3-8
Transmitter ...................................... 3-4
L
Label Information ................................. 9-2
Lane-Change Signals .......................... 4-38
Liftgate ................................................ 3-20
Light Bulbs Replacement .................................. 6-45
Specifi cations .................................. 9-8
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10–5
Index
Lighting Control.................................. 4-33
Lights-on reminder .............................. 7-34
Lubricant Quality .................................. 9-4
Luggage Compartment Light ............ 5-130
M
Maintenance Information ...................................... 6-2
Scheduled ........................................ 6-4
Maintenance Monitor .......................... 6-20
Manual Transaxle Operation ............... 4-21
Recommendations for shifting ...... 4-22
Map Lights ........................................ 5-130
Meters and Gauges ................................ 4-9
Mirror Defroster .................................. 4-44
Mirrors Outside mirrors.............................. 3-33
Rearview mirror ............................ 3-34
Money-Saving Suggestions ................ 3-45
Moonroof ............................................ 3-39
O
Odometer and Trip Meter .................... 4-10
Outside Mirrors ................................... 3-33
Outside Temperature Display .............. 4-13
Over Rev. buzzer ................................. 7-36
Overhead Console ............................. 5-136
Overhead Lights ................................ 5-130
Overheating ......................................... 7-19
Overloading ......................................... 3-50
Owner Maintenance Battery replacement ...................... 6-38
Closing the Hood........................... 6-25
Engine Compartment Overview .... 6-26
Opening the Hood ......................... 6-24
Owner Maintenance Precautions... 6-22
P
Parking Brake ...................................... 4-47
Personalization Features ..................... 9-10
Power Steering .................................... 4-56
Power Windows .................................. 3-36
Power steering warning buzzer ........... 7-36
R
Rear Coat Hooks ............................... 5-137
Rear Cross Traffi c Alert (RCTA) ........ 4-68
Rear Door Child Safety Locks ............ 3-20
Rear Seat ............................................... 2-8
Rear View Monitor.............................. 4-73 Displayable range on the screen .... 4-75
Picture quality adjustment ............. 4-80
Rear view monitor operation ......... 4-76
Rear view parking camera
location .......................................... 4-74
Switching to the rear view monitor
display ........................................... 4-74
Variance between actual aoad
conditions and displayed Image .... 4-78
Viewing the display ....................... 4-76
Rear Window Defogger ...................... 4-43
Rear Window Washer .......................... 4-42
Rear Window Wiper ............................ 4-42
Rearview Mirror .................................. 3-34
Recommended Oil .............................. 6-27
Recreational Towing ........................... 3-52
Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign
Country ............................................... 8-17
Replacement Electrical battery ........................... 6-38
Fuse ............................................... 6-57
Light Bulbs .................................... 6-45
Tires ............................................... 6-43
Wheel ............................................ 6-44
Wiper ............................................. 6-33
Rocking the Vehicle ............................ 3-47
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10–7
Index
Trunk Lid ............................................ 3-20 Inside trunk release lever .............. 3-25
V
Vanity Mirrors ................................... 5-129
Vehicle Information Labels ................... 9-2
W
Warning Lights .................................... 4-17
Warning Message Indicated on
Display ................................................ 7-33
Warning Sound is Activated ................ 7-34 Air Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner
System Warning Beep ................... 7-34
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) System
warning beep ................................. 7-36
Ignition not switched off (STOP)
warning beep ................................. 7-35
Key left-in-luggage compartment
warning beep (With the advanced
keyless function) ........................... 7-35
Key left-in-vehicle warning beep (With
the advanced keyless function) ..... 7-36
Lights-on reminder ........................ 7-34
Over Rev. buzzer ........................... 7-36
Power steering warning buzzer ..... 7-36
Seat belt warning beep .................. 7-35
Tire infl ation pressure warning
beep ............................................... 7-36
Key removed from vehicle warning
beep ............................................... 7-35
Warranty .............................................. 8-15
Weights.................................................. 9-7
Windows Power windows ............................. 3-36
Windshield Washer ............................. 4-42
Windshield Wipers .............................. 4-39
Winter Driving .................................... 3-47 Wiper
Replacing Rear Window Wiper Blade
(5-Door)......................................... 6-34
Replacing Windshield Wiper
Blades ............................................ 6-33
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