boot MAZDA MODEL 3 HATCHBACK 2015 (in English) Owner's Guide

4–15
When Driving
Start/Stop Engine
NOTE
To ensure safe and comfortable use of the vehicle, the i-stop function controls engine stop
and restart automatically while constantly monitoring operations other than those of the
driver, such as the vehicle's interior and exterior environment, and the operational status
of the vehicle.
 
 The engine stops automatically when all of the following conditions are met:




 The engine has been started and the vehicle is driven for a certain period. The i-stop
function will not operate if the vehicle is not fi rst driven, no matter how long the
engine is left idling. Also, after the vehicle is driven for a certain period and then
stopped, the i-stop function (automatic engine-stop and restart) operates only once
while the vehicle is stopped.
 


 The engine is started with the bonnet closed.



(SKYACTIV-G 1.5, SKYACTIV-G 2.0)
 The engine has warmed up suffi ciently.



(Manual transaxle)
 The vehicle speed is about 3 km/h (2 mph) or less.
(Automatic transaxle)
 The vehicle is stopped.



 The battery is in good condition.



 The bonnet is closed.



 All the doors and the liftgate/boot lid are closed.



 The driver's seat belt is fastened.



 The windscreen defroster switch is off.



(Dual-zone automatic air-conditioning)
 The temperature setting dial for the air conditioning is set to a position other than
maximum heating/maximum cooling (A/C ON).
 


(Dual-zone automatic air-conditioning)
 The vehicle's interior temperature and the set temperature for the air-conditioning
system are nearly the same.
 


(European model)
 The vehicle is driven at elevations of 1,800 meters (5,905 ft) or less.
(Except European model)
 The vehicle is driven at elevations of 1,500 meters (4,921 ft) or less.



 The i-stop warning light (amber) is not illuminated or fl ashing.



 The keyless entry system operate normally.



 The brakes are applied suffi ciently (brake system vacuum level is suffi cient).



 The steering wheel is not being operated.
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When Driving
Start/Stop Engine
NOTE
  If any one of the following operations is performed after the engine has been
automatically stopped (shift lever is in neutral position for vehicles with manual
transaxle), the engine will restart automatically even though the clutch pedal is not
depressed (manual transaxle) or the brake pedal is not released (automatic transaxle).
However, for safety reasons, if the shift lever is in a position other than neutral for
vehicles with manual transaxle, the engine will not restart automatically.
 


 The i-stop OFF switch is pressed for several seconds.



(Dual-zone automatic air-conditioning)
 The temperature setting dial of the air conditioning is set to maximum heating/
maximum cooling (A/C ON).
 


 The windscreen defroster switch is on.



(Except European model)
 The driver intends to get out of the vehicle (driver's seat belt is unfastened and any
door or the liftgate/boot lid is opened).
 


 The brakes are released slightly on a slope and the vehicle begins to move.

(Automatic transaxle)




 The accelerator pedal is depressed while the selector lever is in the D/M position
(not second gear fi xed mode).




 The selector lever is shifted to the R position.



 The selector lever is shifted from the N or P position to the D/M position (not second
gear fi xed mode).




 The steering wheel is operated with the selector lever in the D/M position (not
second gear fi xed mode).




 The selector lever is in the M position, second gear fi xed mode. 

 If any one of the following vehicle conditions occur after the engine has been
automatically stopped (shift lever is in neutral position for vehicles with manual
transaxle), the engine will restart automatically even though the clutch pedal is not
depressed (manual transaxle) or the brake pedal is not released (automatic transaxle).
However, for safety reasons, if the shift lever is in a position other than neutral for
vehicles with manual transaxle, the engine will not restart automatically.
 


(Dual-zone automatic air-conditioning)
 There is a large difference between the cabin temperature and the temperature set for
the air-conditioning system.
 


 Two minutes have elapsed since the i-stop function started operating.



 The battery power is depleted.
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When Driving
i-ACTIVSENSE
NOTE
  In the following cases, the radar sensor (front) may not be able to detect vehicles ahead
or obstructions.
 


 The rear surface of a vehicle ahead does not refl ect radio waves effectively, such as
an unloaded trailer or an automobile with a loading platform covered by a soft top,
vehicles with a hard plastic tailgate, and round-shaped vehicles.
 


 Vehicles ahead with low vehicle height and thus less area for refl ecting radio waves.



 Visibility is reduced due to a vehicle ahead casting off water, snow, or sand from its
tyres and onto your windscreen.
 


 The boot/luggage compartment is loaded with heavy objects or the rear passenger
seats are occupied.
 


 Ice, snow, or soiling is on the front surface of the front emblem.



 During inclement weather such as rain, snow, or sand storms.



 When driving near facilities or objects emitting strong radio waves. 

 In the following cases, the radar sensor (front) may detect vehicles in the opposite
lane or surrounding obstructions, or it may not be able to detect vehicles ahead or
obstructions.
 


 The beginning and end of a curve.



 Roads with continuous curves.



 Narrow lane roads due to road construction or lane closures.



 The vehicle ahead enters the radar sensor's blind spot.



 The vehicle ahead is running abnormally due to accident or vehicle damage. 



 Roads with repeated up and down slopes



 Driving on poor roads or unpaved roads.



 The distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead is extremely short.



 A vehicle suddenly comes close such as by cutting into the lane. 

 To prevent incorrect operation of the system, use tyres of the same specifi ed size,
manufacturer, brand, and tread pattern on all four wheels. In addition, do not use
tyres with signifi cantly different wear patterns or tyre pressures on the same vehicle.
(Including the temporary spare tyre)
  If the battery power is weak, the system may not operate correctly. 
 When driving on roads with little traffi c and few vehicles ahead or obstructions for the
radar sensor (front) to detect, Smart Brake Support/Smart City Brake Support (SBS/
SCBS) warning light (amber) temporarily illuminates, however, this does not indicate
a problem.
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When Driving
Rear View Monitor
Rear View Monitor *
The rear view monitor provides visual images of the rear of the vehicle when reversing.
WARNING
Always drive carefully confi rming the safety of the rear and the surrounding conditions
by looking directly with your eyes:
Reversing the vehicle by only looking at the screen is dangerous as it may cause an
accident or a collision with an object. The rear view monitor is only a visual assist
device when reversing the vehicle. The images on the screen may be different from the
actual conditions.
CAUTION
  Do not use the rear view monitor under the following conditions: Using the rear view
monitor under the following conditions is dangerous and could result in injury or
vehicle damage or both.
 


 Icy or snow-covered roads.



 Tyre chains or a temporary spare tyre is installed.



 The boot lid/liftgate is not fully closed.



 The vehicle is on a road incline. 

 When the display is cold, images may course across the monitor or the screen and
may be dimmer than usual, which could cause diffi culty in confi rming the surrounding
conditions of the vehicle. Always drive carefully confi rming the safety of the rear and
the surrounding conditions by looking directly with your eyes.
  Do not apply excessive force to the camera. The camera position and angle may
deviate.
  Do not disassemble, modify, or remove it as it may no longer be waterproof. 
 The camera cover is made of plastic. Do not apply degreasing agents, organic solvents,
wax, or glass coating agents to the camera cover. If any are spilled on the cover, wipe
off with a soft cloth immediately.
  Do not rub the cover excessively, or polish it using an abrasive compound or a hard
brush. The cover may be damaged affecting the image.
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When Driving
Rear View Monitor
Displayable Range on the Screen
The images on the screen may be different from the actual conditions.
(Screen display)
Boot lid (saloon)/
garnish (hatchback) Obstruction detection
indication in parking
sensor system.
Bumper
Object
Some models (Actual view)
NOTE
  The displayable range varies depending on the vehicle and road conditions. 
 The displayable range is limited. Objects under the bumper or around the bumper ends
cannot be displayed.
  The distance appearing in the displayed image is different from the actual distance
because the rear view parking camera is equipped with a specifi c lens.

 Some optionally installed vehicle accessories may be picked up by the camera. Do not
install any optional parts that can interfere with the camera view, such as illuminating
parts or parts made of refl ective material.

 It may be diffi cult to see the display under the following conditions, however, it does
not indicate a malfunction.
 


 In darkened areas.



 When the temperature around the lens is high/low.



 When the camera is wet such as on a rainy day or during periods of high humidity.



 When foreign material such as mud is stuck around the camera.



 When the camera lens refl ects sunlight or headlight beams. 

 Image display may be delayed if the temperature around the camera is low.
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5–106
Interior Features
Bluetooth®
Device selection
If several devices have been paired, the
Bluetooth
® unit links the device last
paired. If you would like to link a different
paired device, it is necessary to change the
link. The order of device priority after the
link has been changed is maintained even
when the ignition is switched off.
1. Using the audio control dial, select the
link change mode “ LINK CHANGE ”
in the “ BT SETUP ” mode. (Refer to
“Bluetooth
® audio device set-up” for
details.)
2. Press the audio control dial to
determine the mode.
3. The name of the currently linked
Bluetooth
® audio device is displayed.
If no Bluetooth ® audio device is
currently linked, the name of the fi rst
device among the paired devices is
displayed.
4. Turn the audio control dial to select the
name of the device you would like to
link.
Device name 1
Device name 2
Device name 3
Device name 4
Device name 5
Device name 6
Device name 7
5. Press the audio control dial to select the
device you would like to link.
The “
” symbol disappears, and
“ PAIRING ” fl ashes in the audio
display.
NOTE
When “ GO BACK ” is selected and the
audio control dial is pressed, the display
returns to “ LINK CHANGE ”.
6. If the link to the desired device is
successful, the “
” symbol is displayed
again, together with “ LINK
CHANGED”. “ LINK CHANGED ” is
displayed for three seconds, then it
returns to the normal display.
NOTE
  Some Bluetooth ® audio devices need
a certain amount of time before the
“
” symbol is displayed.   If a hands-free type mobile phone has
been the most recently paired device,
the Bluetooth
® unit links this device.
If you would like to use a Bluetooth ®
audio type device which has been
previously paired to the Bluetooth ®
unit, the link must be changed to this
device.
  If an error occurs while trying to link
a device, “ Err ” fl ashes in the display
for three seconds, and the display
returns to “ LINK CHANGE ”. If this
occurs, check the pairing status of
the Bluetooth
® audio device and the
location of the device in the vehicle
(not in the boot or a metal-type box),
and then try the link operation again.
  Device selection can also be done
using voice recognition.
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Interior Features
Interior Equipment
Boot Light (Saloon)
The boot light is on when the lid is open
and off when it's closed.
NOTE
To prevent the battery from being
discharged, do not leave the boot open
for a long period when the engine is not
running.
Illuminated Entry System
When the illuminated entry system
operates, the overhead light (switch is in
the DOOR position) turn on for:




 About 30 seconds after the driver's door
is unlocked and the ignition is switched
off.
 


 About 15 seconds after all doors are
closed and the ignition is switched off.
 


 About 5 seconds after all doors are
closed and the ignition is switched off
when the key is out of the vehicle.
 


 Illuminates for about 15 seconds when
the ignition is returned from ACC to
OFF.
The light also turns off when:
 


 The ignition is switched on and all doors
are closed.
 


 The driver's door is locked.
NOTE

Battery saver If any door is left open with the
overhead light switch in the DOOR
position, or the liftgate/boot lid is left
open, the overhead light or luggage
compartment light/boot light turns
off after about 30 minutes to prevent
battery depletion.
  The operation of the illuminated
entry system can be changed.
 Refer to Personalisation Features on
page 9-16 .
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Interior Features
Interior Equipment
Cargo Sub-Compartment *
Lift the boot mat.
(Hatchback)
(Saloon)
Rear Coat Hooks
WARNING
Never hang heavy or sharp objects on
the assist grips and coat hooks:
Hanging heavy or sharp-ended objects
such as a coat hanger from the assist
grips or coat hooks is dangerous as
they can fl y off and hit an occupant in
the cabin if a curtain air bag was to
deploy, which could result in serious
injury or death.
Always hang clothes on the coat hooks
and the assist grips without hangers.
Coat hook
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6–4
Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
Europe
Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometres (miles), whichever comes fi rst.
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108
×1000 km 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180
×1000 miles 12.5 25 37.5 50 62.5 75 87.5 100
112.5
MZR 1.6, SKYACTIV-G 1.5 AND SKYACTIV-G 2.0
Engine valve clearance (Only MZR1.6) Audibly inspect every 120,000 km, if noisy, adjust.
Spark plugs
*1
SKYACTIV-G
1.5 and
SKYACTIV-G
2.0
Replace every 120,000 km (75,000 miles).
MZR1.6 R R R R
Air fi lter
*2 R R R
Evaporative system (if installed) I I I
SKYACTIV-D 2.2
Fuel fi lter R R R
Fuel injection system
*3 I I I
Air fi lter
*2 C C R C C R C C R
MZR 1.6, SKYACTIV-G 1.5, SKYACTIV-G 2.0 AND SKYACTIV-D 2.2
Drive belts
*4 I I I
Engine oil & fi lter Flexible
*5 Replace when indicator is ON. (Max interval: 12
months/20,000 km (12,500 miles))
Other than
fl exible
*6*7 R R R R R R R R R
Cooling system I I I I
Engine coolant
*8 Replace at fi rst 200,000 km (125,000 miles) or 10 years; after
that, every 100,000 km (62,500 miles) or 5 years.
Fuel lines and hoses I I I I
Battery
*9 I I I I I I I I I
Brake lines, hoses and connections I I I I I I I I I
Brake fl uid
*10 R R R R
Parking brake I I I I I I I I I
Disc brakes I I I I I I I I I
Steering operation and linkages I I I I
Manual transaxle oil Replace every 180,000 km (112,500 miles).
Front and rear suspension, ball joints and wheel
bearing axial play I I I I
Driveshaft dust boots I I I I
Exhaust system and heat shields Inspect every 80,000 km (50,000 miles) or 5 years.
Bolts and nuts on chassis and body T T T T
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6–7
Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
Except Europe
Israel
Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometres, whichever comes fi rst.
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144
×1000 km 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120 135 150 165 180
Spark plugs Replace every 120,000 km or 6 years.
Fuel fi lter Replace every 135,000 km.
Evaporative system (if installed) I I I
Fuel lines and hoses I I I I I I
Drive belts
*1 I I I I I I I I I I I I
Engine oil *2 R R R R R R R R R R R R
Engine oil fi lter *2 R R R R R R R R R R R R
Air fi lter *3 C C C R C C C R C C C R
Cooling system I I I I I I
Engine coolant
*4 Replace at fi rst 195,000 km or 10 years; after that, every
90,000 km or 5 years.
Battery
*5 I I I I I I I I I I I I
Brake lines, hoses and connections I I I I I I I I I I I I
Brake fl uid
*6 I R I R I R I R I R I R
Parking brake I I I I I I I I I I I I
Power brake unit (Brake booster) and hoses I I I I I I I I I I I I
Disc brakes I I I I I I I I I I I I
Steering operation and linkages I I I I I I
Front and rear suspension, ball joints and wheel
bearing axial play I I I I I I I I I I I I
Driveshaft dust boots I I I I
Exhaust system and heat shields Inspect every 75,000 km.
Bolts and nuts on chassis and body T T T T T T T T T T T T
Body condition (for rust, corrosion and
perforation) Inspect annually.
Cabin air fi lter (if installed) R R R R R R R R R R R R
Tyres (including spare tyre) (with infl ation
pressure adjustment)
*7 I I I I I I I I I I I I
Chart symbols:
I : Inspect: Inspect and clean, repair, adjust, fi ll up, or replace if necessary.
R : Replace
C : Clean
T : Tighten
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