maintenance MAZDA MODEL CX-3 2017 - RHD (UK, Australia) (in English) Manual PDF

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Maintenance and Care
Appearance Care
WARNING
Dry off brakes that have become
wet by driving slowly, releasing the
accelerator pedal and lightly applying
the brakes several times until the brake
performance returns to normal:
Driving with wet brakes is dangerous.
Increased stopping distance or the
vehicle pulling to one side when
braking could result in a serious
accident. Light braking will indicate
whether the brakes have been affected.
When using an automatic car wash
 




 Retract the door mirrors.



 The automatic car wash brushes could
reduce the paint lustre or hasten paint
deterioration.

When using a high water pressure car
wash
High water temperature and high water
pressure car washers are available
depending on the type of car wash
machine. If the car washer nozzle is
put too close to the vehicle, the force of
the spray could damage or deform the
molding, affect the sealability of parts,
and allow water to penetrate the interior.
Keep a suf¿ cient space (30 cm (12 in) or
more) between the nozzle and the vehicle.
In addition, do not spend too much time
spraying the same area of the vehicle, and
be very careful when spraying between
gaps in doors and around windows.
Waxing
Your vehicle needs to be waxed when
water no longer beads on the ¿ nish.
Always wash and dry the vehicle before
waxing it. In addition to the vehicle body,
wax the metal trim to maintain its lustre.


1. Use wax which contains no abrasives.
Waxes containing abrasive will remove
paint and could damage bright metal
parts.
2. Use a good grade of natural wax for
metallic, mica, and solid colours.
3. When waxing, coat evenly with the
sponge supplied or a soft cloth.
4. Wipe off the wax with a soft cloth.

NOTE
A spot remover to remove oil, tar, and
similar materials will usually also take
off the wax. Rewax these areas even if
the rest of the vehicle does not need it.

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Maintenance and Care
Appearance Care
Paint Damage Touch-up
Repair damage to the ¿ nish caused by
stone chipping, damage during parking
etc., by using Mazda touch-up paint before
rust begins to form. First, remove the dirt
and grease with a clean soft cloth.

If rust has already begun to form:


1. Remove rust completely with
sandpaper.
2. Wipe with a clean soft cloth.
3. Apply rust preventive primer to the
area.
4. After drying it completely, apply a
suitable top coat material to the area.

Of course there will be no problem if
you assign the work to an expert repairer,
we recommend an Authorised Mazda
Repairer.
Cavity Protection
Cavities are treated for protection at the
factory, but additional protective treatment
after the vehicle has been put into use will
extend the life of the body.
We recommend that you consult an expert
repairer, we recommend an Authorised
Mazda Repairer concerning this additional
precaution.
Bright-Metal Maintenance
 












 Use tar remover to remove road tar and
insects. Never do this with a knife or
similar tool.
 


 To prevent corrosion on bright-
metal surfaces, apply wax or chrome
preservative and rub it to a high lustre.
 


 During cold weather or in coastal areas,
cover bright-metal parts with a coating
of wax or preservative heavier than
usual. It would also help to coat them
with noncorrosive petroleum jelly or
some other protective compound.

CAUTION
Do not use steel wool, abrasive cleaners,
or strong detergents containing highly
alkaline or caustic agents on chrome-
plated or anodised aluminium parts. This
may result in damage to the protective
coating and cause discolouration or
paint deterioration.
Undercoating
This special coating is applied to the
critical parts of the underside to protect
vehicles from damage caused by
chemicals or stones. This coating is liable
to be damaged with time. Check this
coating periodically.

Should repairs be necessary, consult
an expert repairer, we recommend an
Authorised Mazda Repairer. They are well
informed on how repairs should be made.

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Maintenance and Care
Appearance Care
*Some models.
Aluminium Wheel Maintenance *
A protective coating is provided over the
aluminium wheels. Special care is needed
to protect this coating.
CAUTION
Do not use any detergent other than mild
detergent. Before using any detergent,
verify the ingredients. Otherwise, the
product could discolour or stain the
aluminium wheels.
NOTE
  Do not use a wire brush or any
abrasive cleaner, polishing
compound, or solvent on aluminium
wheels. They may damage the
coating.
  Always use a sponge or soft cloth to
clean the wheels.
 Rinse the wheels thoroughly with
lukewarm or cold water. Also, be
sure to clean the wheels after driving
on dusty or salted roads to help
prevent corrosion.
  Avoid washing your vehicle in an
automatic car wash that uses high-
speed or hard brushes.
  (18-inch wheel vehicle)  If your aluminium wheels lose
lustre, apply wax which contains no
polishing powder.
Plastic Part Maintenance
 












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


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

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Maintenance and Care
Appearance Care
Interior Care
WARNING
Do not spray water into the vehicle
cabin:
Spraying water into the vehicle cabin
is dangerous as electrical devices such
as the audio and switches could get wet
resulting in a malfunction or vehicle
¿ re.
NOTE

 Do not wipe the interior using
alcohol, chlorine bleach, or organic
solvents such as thinner, benzene,
and petrol. Otherwise, it may cause
discolouration or stains.
  Rubbing hard with a stiff brush or
cloth may cause damage.
If the vehicle interior becomes soiled
by any of the following, wipe it off
immediately using a soft cloth.
Leaving it uncleaned could cause
discolouration, stains, cracks, or peeling
of the coating, and it will make it hard to
wipe off later.
 


 Beverage or fragrance



 Grease or oil



 Soiling
Seat Belt Maintenance
1. Clean the soiled area by lightly dabbing
it with a soft cloth soaked in a mild
detergent (approx. 5%) diluted with
water.
2. Wipe off the remaining detergent using
a cloth soaked in clean water and
wrung out well.
3. Before retracting seat belts which have
been pulled out for cleaning, dry them
off thoroughly and make sure there is
no remaining moisture on them.

WARNING
If a seat belt appears frayed or has
abrasions, have it replaced by an
Authorised Mazda Repairer:
If a seat belts is used under such a
condition, it cannot function at its full
capacity which could result in serious
injury or death.

Use a mild detergent to remove soiling
from a seat belt:
If organic solvents are used for
cleaning the seat belts or they become
stained or bleached, there is the
possibility of them becoming weakened
and as a result, they may not function
at their full capacity which could cause
serious injury or death.
NOTE
Clean seat belts diligently if they get
dirty. Leaving them uncleaned will make
it dif¿ cult to clean them later, and it may
affect the smooth retracting of the seat
belt.

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Maintenance and Care
Appearance Care
*Some models.
Vinyl Upholstery Maintenance
Remove dust and dirt from the vinyl
upholstery using a brush or vacuum.
Remove soiling from vinyl upholstery
using a leather and vinyl upholstery
cleaner.
Upholstery and Synthetic Leather
Maintenance
F a b r i c
1. Clean the soiled area by lightly dabbing
it with a soft cloth soaked in a mild
detergent (approx. 5%) diluted with
water.
2. Wipe off the remaining detergent using
a cloth soaked in clean water and
wrung out well.

Synthetic leather
1. Remove dust and sand using a vacuum
cleaner.
2. Wipe the soiled area with a soft cloth
soaked in a mild detergent (approx.
5%) diluted with water.
3. Wipe off the remaining detergent using
a cloth soaked in clean water and
wrung out well.

Leather Upholstery Maintenance *
1. Remove dust and sand using a vacuum
cleaner.
2. Wipe off the soiled area with a soft
cloth and a suitable, special cleaner or
a soft cloth soaked in a mild detergent
(about 5%) diluted with water.
3. Wipe off the remaining detergent using
a cloth soaked in clean water and
wrung out well.
4. Remove moisture with a dry, soft cloth
and allow the leather to further dry in
a well-ventilated, shaded area. If the
leather gets wet such as from rain,
remove the moisture and dry it as soon
as possible.

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Maintenance and Care
Appearance Care
*Some models.
NOTE
  Because genuine leather is a natural
material, its surface is not uniform
and it may have natural scars,
scratches, and wrinkles.
  To maintain the quality for as long
as possible, periodical maintenance,
about twice a year, is recommended.
  If the leather upholstery comes into
contact with any of the following,
clean it immediately.
 Leaving it uncleaned could cause
premature wear, mold, or stains.
 


 Sand or dirt



 Grease or oil, such as hand cream



 Alcohol, such as in cosmetic or
hair dressing items


 If the leather upholstery gets wet,
promptly remove moisture with a
dry cloth. Remaining moisture on the
surface may cause deterioration such
as hardening and shrinkage.
  Exposure to direct sunlight for long
periods may cause deterioration
and shrinkage. When parking the
car under direct sunlight for long
periods, shade the interior using
sunshades.
  Do not leave vinyl products on
the leather upholstery for long
periods. They may affect the leather
quality and colouring. If the cabin
temperature becomes hot, the vinyl
may deteriorate and adhere to the
genuine leather.
Plastic Part Maintenance
CAUTION
Do not use polishing agents.
Depending on the product ingredients,
they could cause discolouration, stains,
cracks or peeling of the coating.
Instrument Panel Top
Maintenance
1. Wipe the soiled area with a soft cloth
soaked in a mild detergent (approx.
5%) diluted with water.
2. Wipe off the remaining detergent using
a cloth soaked in clean water and
wrung out well.

Active Driving Display
Maintenance *
The combiner and mirror surface have
a special coating. When cleaning it, do
not use a hard cloth, a cloth with a rough
surface, or cleaning detergent. Use a ¿ ne-
textured, soft cloth.
If a chemical solvent gets on the combiner
or mirror surface, wipe it off immediately.
Otherwise, they could be damaged and the
surface coating could be scratched.

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Maintenance and Care
Appearance Care
Panel Maintenance
If a panel becomes soiled, wipe it off with
a soft cloth soaked in clean water and
thoroughly wrung out.
If some areas require further cleaning, use
the following procedure:

1. Wipe the soiled area with a soft cloth
soaked in a mild detergent (approx.
5 %) diluted with water.
2. Wipe off the remaining detergent using
a cloth soaked in clean water and
wrung out well.

NOTE
Be particularly careful when cleaning
shiny surface panels and metallic parts
such as plating as they can be scratched
easily.
Cleaning the Window Interiors
If the windows become covered with an
oily, greasy, or waxy ¿ lm, clean them with
glass cleaner. Follow the directions on the
container.
CAUTION
  Do not scrape or scratch the inside of
the window glass. It could damage
the thermal ¿ laments and the aerial
lines.
  When washing the inside of the
window glass, use a soft cloth
dampened in lukewarm water, gently
wiping the thermal ¿ laments and the
aerial lines.
 Use of glass cleaning products could
damage the thermal ¿ laments and the
aerial lines.

10–3
Index
Audio System
Aerial ............................................. 5-23
Appendix ..................................... 5-146
Audio Control Switch ................... 5-17
Audio Set
[Type A (non-touchscreen)] ........... 5-24
Audio Set [Type B (touchscreen)] ... 5-80
AUX/USB mode ........................... 5-19
Before Using the Audio System .... 5-17
Automatic Transaxle ........................... 4-47
Active Adaptive Shift (AAS) ........ 4-50
Automatic transaxle controls......... 4-47
Direct mode ................................... 4-57
Driving tips.................................... 4-58
Manual shift mode......................... 4-51
Shift-lock system ........................... 4-48
Transaxle ranges ............................ 4-49
B
Battery ................................................. 6-34
Inspecting Electrolyte Level ......... 6-36
Maintenance .................................. 6-36
Recharging .................................... 6-36
Replacement .................................. 6-36
Speci¿ cations .................................. 9-5
Battery runs out ................................... 7-37
Jump-Starting ................................ 7-37
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) .......... 4-117
Cancelling operation of Blind Spot
Monitoring (BSM) ...................... 4-123
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) System
warning beep ....................................... 7-68
Bluetooth
® [Type A (non-touchscreen)]
Bluetooth® Audio .......................... 5-62
Bluetooth® Hands-Free.................. 5-65
Bluetooth® Preparation .................. 5-48
Bluetooth® [Type B (touchscreen)]
Bluetooth® Audio ........................ 5-114
Bluetooth® Hands-Free................ 5-126
Bluetooth® Preparation ................ 5-111 Body Lubrication ................................ 6-30
Bonnet Release .................................... 6-18
Bottle Holder ..................................... 5-162
Brakes
Brakes assist .................................. 4-81
Foot brake...................................... 4-79
Pad wear indicator ......................... 4-81
Parking brake ................................ 4-80
Warning light ................................. 4-81
C
Capacities .............................................. 9-7
Carbon Monoxide ............................... 3-29
Cargo Sub-Compartment .................. 5-164
Cell Phones ........................................... 8-4
Child Restraint
Categories of child-restraint
systems .......................................... 2-27
Child-restraint precautions ............ 2-22
Child-restraint system installation ... 2-27
Child-restraint system suitability for
various seat positions table............ 2-33
Installing child-restraint systems... 2-37
Child Safety Locks for Rear Doors ..... 3-20
Collision warning ................................ 7-69
Coming Home Light ........................... 4-65
Control Status Display ........................ 4-92
Cruise Control ................................... 4-192
Cruise Control Switch ................. 4-192
Cruise main indication (white) .... 4-194
Cruise set indication (white)/indicator
light (green) ................................. 4-194
Cruise Control Set Vehicle Speed
Display ................................................ 4-30
Cup Holder ........................................ 5-161

10–4
Index
D
Defogger
Mirror ............................................ 4-76
Rear window ................................. 4-75
Diesel Particulate Filter ..................... 4-202
Dimensions ........................................... 9-7
Direction Indicators ............................ 4-69
Distance Recognition Support System
(DRSS) .............................................. 4-131
Indication on display ................... 4-132
Door Locks .......................................... 3-11
Driver Attention Alert (DAA) ........... 4-134
Drive selection .................................... 4-96
Driving In Flooded Area ..................... 3-56
Driving Tips
Automatic transaxle ...................... 4-58
Driving in À ooded area.................. 3-56
Floor mat ....................................... 3-51
Hazardous driving ......................... 3-51
Rocking the vehicle ....................... 3-52
Running-in..................................... 3-50
Saving fuel and protection of the
environment................................... 3-50
Turbocharged vehicles
(SKYACTIV-D 1.5) ...................... 3-57
Winter driving ............................... 3-53
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) ....... 4-87
TCS/DSC Indicator Light ............. 4-87
E
Effectiveness Display .......................... 4-95
Electronic steering lock warning beep ... 7-67
Emergency Starting
Push-Starting ................................. 7-40
Running Out of Fuel
(SKYACTIV-D 1.5) ...................... 7-41
Starting a Flooded Engine
(SKYACTIV-G 2.0) ...................... 7-40
Emergency Stop Signal System .......... 4-82 Emergency Towing
Towing Description ....................... 7-44
Towing/Tiedown Hooks ................ 7-46
Emission Control System
(SKYACTIV-D 1.5) ............................ 3-28
Emission Control System
(SKYACTIV-G 2.0) ............................ 3-27
Ending Display .................................... 4-95
Engine
Bonnet release ............................... 6-18
Coolant .......................................... 6-27
Engine Compartment Overview .... 6-20
Exhaust gas.................................... 3-29
Oil .................................................. 6-22
Starting ............................................ 4-5
Essential information ............................ 6-2
Excessive Speed Warning ................... 7-68
Exhaust Gas ........................................ 3-29
Exterior Care ....................................... 6-58
Aluminium Wheel Maintenance ... 6-63
Bright-Metal Maintenance ............ 6-62
Cavity Protection ........................... 6-62
Maintaining the Finish .................. 6-59
Paint Damage Touch-up ................ 6-62
Plastic Part Maintenance ............... 6-63
Undercoating ................................. 6-62
F
Flasher
Hazard warning ............................. 4-77
Headlights ..................................... 4-59
Flat Tyre .............................................. 7-16
Mounting the Spare Tyre ............... 7-34
Removing a Flat Tyre .................... 7-30
Floor Mat ............................................ 3-51
Fluid
Brake/Clutch ................................. 6-29
Washer ........................................... 6-30
Fluids
Classi¿ cation ................................... 9-6

10–6
Index
i-ELOOP ............................................. 4-88
Control status display .................... 4-90
i-ELOOP indicator light ................ 4-90
i-stop ................................................... 4-13
i-stop OFF switch .......................... 4-21
Indicator light (Green)................... 4-18
Vehicle roll prevention function .... 4-22
Warning light (Amber) .................. 4-18
i-stop warning beep ............................. 7-67
If a Warning Light Turns On or
Flashes................................................. 7-49
If the Active Driving Display does not
operate ................................................. 7-71
Ignition
Switch .............................................. 4-4
Ignition not switched off (STOP) warning
beep ..................................................... 7-65
Illuminated Entry System ................. 5-160
Immobilizer System ............................ 3-44
Indicator Lights ................................... 4-38
Glow plug ...................................... 4-43
Low engine coolant temperature ... 4-43
Wrench .......................................... 4-42
Inspecting Brake/Clutch Fluid Level ... 6-29
Inspecting Coolant Level .................... 6-27
Inspecting Engine Oil Level ............... 6-26
Inspecting Washer Fluid Level............ 6-30
Instrument Cluster ............................... 4-24
Instrument Panel Illumination ............. 4-28
Interior Care ........................................ 6-64
Active driving display
maintenance................................... 6-66
Cleaning the window interiors ...... 6-67
Instrument panel top maintenance ... 6-66
Leather upholstery maintenance ... 6-65
Panel maintenance ......................... 6-67
Plastic part maintenance ................ 6-66
Seat belt maintenance .................... 6-64
Upholstery and synthetic leather
maintenance................................... 6-65
Vinyl upholstery maintenance ....... 6-65 Interior Lights ................................... 5-158
Luggage Compartment Light ...... 5-158
Map Lights .................................. 5-158
Overhead Lights .......................... 5-158
J
Jack ..................................................... 7-18
Jump-Starting ...................................... 7-37
K
Key Suspend Function .......................... 3-8
Key left-in-luggage compartment warning
beep (With the advanced keyless
function) .............................................. 7-66
Key left-in-vehicle warning beep (With the
advanced keyless function) ................. 7-66
Keyless Entry System ........................... 3-3
Key removed from vehicle warning
beep ..................................................... 7-66
Keys ...................................................... 3-2
Key suspend function ...................... 3-8
Transmitter ...................................... 3-5
L
Label Information ................................. 9-2
Lane-Change Signals .......................... 4-70
Lane Departure Warning System
(LDWS) ............................................. 4-111
LDWS OFF switch ...................... 4-114
Lane Departure Warning sound .......... 7-68
Leaving Home Light ........................... 4-65
Liftgate ................................................ 3-20
Luggage compartment ................... 3-23
When Liftgate Cannot be Opened ... 7-70
Light Bulbs
Replacement .................................. 6-44
Speci¿ cations .................................. 9-8
Lighting Control.................................. 4-59
Lights-on reminder .............................. 7-64