coolant temperature MAZDA MODEL 3 HATCHBACK 2015 (in English) User Guide

6–30
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
Engine Coolant
Inspecting Coolant Level
WARNING
Do not use a match or live fl ame in the
engine compartment. DO NOT ADD
COOLANT WHEN THE ENGINE IS
HOT:
A hot engine is dangerous. If the
engine has been running, parts of the
engine compartment can become very
hot. You could be burned. Carefully
inspect the engine coolant in the
coolant reservoir, but do not open it.
Switch the ignition to off and
make sure the fan is not running
before attempting to work near the
cooling fan:
Working near the cooling fan when it
is running is dangerous. The fan could
continue running indefi nitely even if
the engine has stopped and the engine
compartment temperature is high. You
could be hit by the fan and seriously
injured.
Do not remove either
cooling system cap when the engine
and radiator are hot:
When the engine and radiator are hot,
scalding coolant and steam may shoot
out under pressure and cause serious
injury.
NOTE
Changing the coolant should be done
by an expert repairer, we recommend an
Authorised Mazda Repairer.
Inspect the antifreeze protection and
coolant level in the coolant reservoir at
least once a year—at the beginning of
the winter season—and before travelling
where temperatures may drop below
freezing.
Inspect the condition and connections of
all cooling system and heater hoses.
Replace any that are swollen or
deteriorated.
The coolant should be at full in the
radiator and between the F and L marks
on the coolant reservoir when the engine
is cool.
MZR 1.6, SKYACTIV-G 1.5 and
SKYACTIV-G 2.0
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6–77
Maintenance and Care
Appearance Care
Plastic Part Maintenance
 












 When cleaning the plastic lenses of
the lights, do not use petrol, paraffi n,
rectifi ed spirit, paint, thinner, highly
acidic detergents, or strongly alkaline
detergents. Otherwise, these chemical
agents can discolour or damage the
surfaces resulting in a signifi cant loss
in functionality. If plastic parts become
inadvertently exposed to any of these
chemical agents, fl ush with water
immediately.
 


 If plastic parts such as the bumpers
become inadvertently exposed to
chemical agents or fl uids such as petrol,
oil, engine coolant, or battery fl uid, it
could cause discolouration, staining,
or paint peeling. Wipe off any such
chemical agents or fl uids using a soft
cloth immediately.
 


 High water temperature and high water
pressure car washers are available
depending on the type of high pressure
car washer device. If the car washer
nozzle is put too close to the vehicle or
aimed at one area for an extended period
of time, it could deform plastic parts or
damage the paint.
 


 Do not use wax containing compounds
(polish). Otherwise, it could result in
paint damage.
 


 In addition, do not use an electrical or
air tool to apply wax. Otherwise, the
frictional heat generated could result
in deformation of plastic parts or paint
damage.
Interior Care
WARNING
Do not spray water in the cabin:
Splashing water on electrical parts
such as the audio unit and switches
is dangerous as it could cause a
malfunction or a fi re.
Instrument panel Precautions
Prevent caustic solutions such as perfume
and cosmetic oils from contacting the
instrument panel. They will damage and
discolour the instrument panel. If these
solutions get on the instrument panel, wipe
them off immediately.
CAUTION
Do not use glazing agents.
Glazing agents contain ingredients
which may cause discolouration,
wrinkling, cracks and peeling.
Instrument panel top (soft pad)
 




 Extremely soft material is used for the
soft pad surface. When cleaning, it is
recommended that you use a clean towel
dampened in a mild detergent to remove
soiling.
 


 If the soft pad surface is rubbed harshly,
it could result in the surface being
damaged leaving white scratch marks.
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If Trouble Arises
Overheating
Overheating
If the High engine coolant temperature
warning light illuminates, the vehicle loses
power, or you hear a loud knocking or
pinging noise, the engine is probably too
hot.
WARNING
Switch the ignition to off and
make sure the fan is not running
before attempting to work near the
cooling fan:
Working near the cooling fan when it
is running is dangerous. The fan could
continue running indefi nitely even if
the engine has stopped and the engine
compartment temperature is high. You
could be hit by the fan and seriously
injured.
Do not remove either
cooling system cap when the engine
and radiator are hot:
When the engine and radiator are hot,
scalding coolant and steam may shoot
out under pressure and cause serious
injury.
Open the bonnet ONLY after steam is
no longer escaping from the engine:
Steam from an overheated engine is
dangerous. The escaping steam could
seriously burn you.
If the High engine coolant temperature
warning light illuminates:
1. Drive safely to the side of the road and
park off the right-of-way.
2. Put a vehicle with an automatic
transaxle in park (P), a manual
transaxle in neutral.
3. Apply the parking brake.
4. Turn off the air conditioner.
5. Check whether coolant or steam is
escaping from the engine compartment.
If steam is coming from the engine
compartment:
Do not go near the front of the vehicle.
Stop the engine.
Wait until the steam dissipates, then
open the bonnet and start the engine.
If neither coolant nor steam is
escaping:
Open the bonnet and idle the engine
until it cools.
CAUTION
If the cooling fan does not operate
while the engine is running, the engine
temperature will increase. Stop the
engine and call an expert repairer,
we recommend an Authorised Mazda
Repairer.
6. Make sure the cooling fan is operating,
then turn off the engine after the
temperature has decreased.
7. When cool, check the coolant level.
If it is low, look for coolant leaks from
the radiator and hoses.
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If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
Signal Warning
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 driving:
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 sump.
3. Inspect the engine oil level 6-29 . 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 expert repairer, we
recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
(Red)
High Engine Coolant
Temperature Warning
Light
The light fl ashes when the engine coolant temperature is extremely high, and
illuminates when the engine coolant temperature increases further.
Handling Procedure
Flashing light
Drive slowly to reduce engine load until you can fi nd a safe place to stop the vehicle
and wait for the engine to cool down.
Illuminated light
This indicates the possibility of overheating. Park the vehicle in a safe place
immediately and stop the engine.
Refer to Overheating 7-26 .
CAUTION
Do not drive the vehicle with the high engine coolant temperature warning light
illuminated. Otherwise, it could result in damage to the engine.
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If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
Message Indicated on Display *
If a message is displayed in the centre display (Type C/Type D audio), take appropriate
action (in a calm manner) according to the displayed message.
(Display example)
Stop Vehicle in Safe Place Immediately
If the following messages are displayed in the centre display (Type C/Type D audio), a
vehicle system may be malfunctioning. Stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact an
Authorised Mazda Repairer.
Display Indicated Condition
Displays if the engine coolant temperature has
increased excessively.
Displays if the charging system has a malfunction.
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10–5
Index
I
i-ACTIVSENSE ................................ 4-100
Active safety technology ............. 4-100
Adaptive Front Lighting System
(AFS) ........................................... 4-103
Adjustable speed limiter .............. 4-133
Camera and sensors ..................... 4-101
Distance Recognition Support System
(DRSS) ........................................ 4-120
Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) ... 4-148
High Beam Control System
(HBC) .......................................... 4-104
Lane Departure Warning System
(LDWS) ....................................... 4-107
Laser sensor (front) ..................... 4-153
Mazda Radar Cruise Control
(MRCC)....................................... 4-123
Pre-crash safety technology ........ 4-101
Radar sensor (front)..................... 4-150
Radar sensors (rear)..................... 4-155
Rear Vehicle Monitoring (RVM)
system .......................................... 4-114
Smart Brake Support (SBS) ........ 4-145
Smart City Brake Support
(SCBS) ........................................ 4-139
i-ELOOP ............................................. 4-91
Control status display .................... 4-93
i-ELOOP indicator light ................ 4-93
i-ELOOP warning beep ....................... 7-51
i-stop ................................................... 4-13
i-stop OFF switch .......................... 4-19
Indicator light (Green)................... 4-22
Vehicle roll prevention function .... 4-20
Warning light (Amber) .................. 4-22
i-stop warning beep ............................. 7-51
If a Warning Light Turns On or
Flashes................................................. 7-32
If the Active Driving Display does not
operate ................................................. 7-56
Ignition
Switch .............................................. 4-4 Ignition not switched off (STOP) warning
beep ..................................................... 7-50
Immobilizer System ............................ 3-44
Indicator Lights ................................... 4-43
Glow plug ...................................... 4-46
Low engine coolant temperature ... 4-46
Wrench .......................................... 4-46
Inspecting Brake/Clutch Fluid Level ... 6-32
Inspecting Coolant Level .................... 6-30
Inspecting Engine Oil Level ............... 6-29
Inspecting Washer Fluid Level............ 6-34
Instrument Cluster ............................... 4-24
Instrument panel Illumination ............. 4-28
Interior Care ........................................ 6-77
Cleaning the Lap/Shoulder Belt
Webbing ........................................ 6-79
Cleaning the Upholstery and Interior
Trim ............................................... 6-78
Cleaning the Window Interiors ..... 6-80
Instrument panel Precautions ........ 6-77
Maintenance of the Active Driving
Display .......................................... 6-79
Interior Lights ................................... 5-152
Boot Light ................................... 5-152
Luggage Compartment Light ...... 5-152
Map Lights .................................. 5-152
Overhead Lights .......................... 5-152
J
Jack ....................................................... 7-5
Jump-Starting ...................................... 7-21
K
Key Suspend Function .......................... 3-8
Key left-in-luggage compartment warning
beep (With the advanced keyless
function) .............................................. 7-51
Key left-in-vehicle warning beep (With the
advanced keyless function) ................. 7-51
Keyless Entry System ........................... 3-3
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