check engine light MAZDA MODEL 3 HATCHBACK 2015 (in English) User Guide

*Some models.7–36
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
Signal Warning
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 as if the vehicle had
no ABS.
Should this happen, consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda
Repairer as soon as possible.
NOTE
When 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.
(With DSC vehicles)
The 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 expert repairer, we
recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
The check engine light may illuminate in the following cases:
The fuel tank level being very low or approaching empty. The engine's electrical system has a problem. The emission control system has a problem.
If the check engine light remains on, or it fl ashes continuously , do not drive at high speeds
and consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer as soon as
possible.
(Amber)
i-stop warning
light
*
When illuminated
If the i-stop warning light (amber) remains illuminated even after continuously pressing the
i-stop OFF switch under conditions other than when the bonnet is opened or the driver has
exited the vehicle (driver's seat belt is unfastened and driver's door is opened), consult an
expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
When fl ashing
The light fl ashes if there is any malfunction in the i-stop system. Consult an expert repairer,
we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
(Amber)
RVM warning light *
This warning light illuminates when the ignition is switched ON. The colour of the light
changes from amber to green when the rear vehicle monitoring system is operable, or
turns off when the system is turned off. The light stays on if the system has a malfunction.
Consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
NOTE
This warning light may illuminate as a result of a temporary decrease in the sensitivity
of the radar sensor due to bad weather or dirt on the bumper surface. However, this does
not indicate a malfunction.
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*Some models.7–38
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
Signal Warning
Tyre Pressure
Monitoring System
Warning Light
*
If the tyre pressure monitoring system has a malfunction, the tyre pressure warning
light fl ashes for about 1 minute when the ignition is switched ON and then continues
illuminating. Have your vehicle checked by an expert repairer, we recommend an
Authorised Mazda Repairer as soon as possible.
WARNING

If the tyre pressure monitoring system warning light illuminates or fl ashes, or the
tyre pressure warning beep sound is heard, decrease vehicle speed immediately and
avoid sudden manoeuvring and braking:
If the tyre pressure monitoring system warning light illuminates or fl ashes, or the
tyre pressure warning beep sound is heard, it is dangerous to drive the vehicle at high
speeds, or perform sudden manoeuvring or braking. Vehicle drivability could worsen
and result in an accident.
To determine if you have a slow leak or a fl at, pull over to a safe position where you
can check the visual condition of the tyre and determine if you have enough air
to proceed to a place where air may be added and the system monitored again by
an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer or a tyre repair
station.
Do not ignore the TPMS Warning Light:
Ignoring the TPMS warning light is dangerous, even if you know why it is
illuminated. Have the problem taken care of as soon as possible before it develops
into a more serious situation that could lead to tyre failure and a dangerous accident.
(Red)
(Illuminate)
KEY Warning Light If any malfunction occurs in the keyless entry system, it illuminates continuously.
CAUTION
If the key warning indicator light illuminates or the push button start indicator light
(amber) fl ashes, the engine may not start. If the engine cannot be started, try starting it
using the emergency operation for starting the engine, and have the vehicle inspected at
an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer as soon as possible.
Refer to Emergency Operation for Starting the Engine on page 4-11 .
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7–46
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
If the warning light turns on/fl ashes simultaneously or a symbol is indicated in the display,
check the information regarding the warning light or symbol. (page 4-40 )
Display Content Action to be taken
Indicated when the push button start
is pressed while the shift lever is not
in the P position. Shift the shift lever to the P position.
Indicated when a seat belt is
unfastened and the driver's door is
opened while the i-stop function is
operating. Press the push button start again to start
the engine. For automatic transmission
vehicles, shift the shift lever to the P
position before starting the engine.)
Indicated when the push button start
is pressed without depressing the
brake pedal. Depress the brake pedal and press the
push button start.
Indicated when the push button start
is pressed without depressing the
clutch pedal. Depress the clutch pedal and press the
push button start.
Indicated while the steering wheel
is locked. Release the steering lock.
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*Some models.7–53
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
Mazda Radar Cruise Control
(MRCC) System Warnings *
The Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC)
system warnings notify the driver of
system malfunctions and cautions on use
when required.
Check based on the beep sound.
Cautions What to check
The beep sounds 1 time
while the Mazda Radar
Cruise Control (MRCC)
is operating The vehicle speed is
slower than 25 km/h (16
mph) and the Mazda
Radar Cruise Control
(MRCC) system has
been cancelled.
(European models)
The beep sounds 5 times
while driving
(Except European
models)
The beep continues to
sound while the vehicle
is being driven. The distance between
your vehicle and the
vehicle ahead is too
close. Verify the safety
of the surrounding area
and reduce vehicle
speed.
When the Mazda
Radar Cruise Control
(MRCC) is operating,
the beep sounds and the
Mazda Radar Cruise
Control (MRCC)
warning light (amber)
in the instrument cluster
fl ashes. A malfunction in the
system may be indicated.
Have your vehicle
inspected at an expert
repairer, we recommend
an Authorised Mazda
Repairer.
Speed Limiter Warning Beep *
If the vehicle speed exceeds the set speed
by about 3 km/h (2 mph) or more, a
warning beep operates continuously. The
warning beep operates until the vehicle
speed decreases to the set speed or less.
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 display.
120 km/h Warning Beep *
If the vehicle speed exceeds 120 km/h, a
chime sounds for 5 seconds.
Power Steering Warning Buzzer
If the power steering system has
a malfunction, the power steering
malfunction light turns on or fl ashes and
the buzzer operates at the same time.
Refer to Warning/Indicator Lights on page
4-40 .
Over Rev. Buzzer *
The buzzer sounds to notify the driver if
the engine speed is about to exceed the
permissible engine speed.
CAUTION
Operate the accelerator and shift gears
according to the driving conditions so
that the buzzer does not sound. If the
engine speed exceeds the permissible
engine speed, the engine could be
damaged.
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