brakes MAZDA MODEL CX-5 2017 (in English) User Guide

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When Driving
Brake
Warning Light
The warning light turns on when the
system has a malfunction.
Refer to Warning Indication/Warning
Lights on page 4-33 .
Brake Pad Wear Indicator
When the disc brake pads become worn,
the built-in wear indicators contact the
disc plates. This causes a screeching noise
to warn that the pads should be replaced.

When you hear this noise, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible.
WARNING
Do not drive with worn disc pads: Driving with worn disc pads is
dangerous. The brakes could fail and
cause a serious accident. As soon as
you hear a screeching noise consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.

Brake Assist
During emergency braking situations
when it is necessary to depress the brake
pedal with greater force, the brake assist
system provides braking assistance, thus
enhancing braking performance.

When the brake pedal is depressed hard or
depressed more quickly, the brakes apply
more fi rmly.
NOTE
  When the brake pedal is depressed hard
or depressed more quickly, the pedal
will feel softer but the brakes will apply
more fi rmly. This is a normal effect of
the brake assist operation and does not
indicate a malfunction.
   When the brake pedal is depressed
hard or depressed more quickly, a
motor/pump operation noise may be
heard. This is a normal effect of the
brake assist and does not indicate a
malfunction.
  The brake assist equipment does not
supersede the functionality of the
vehicle's main braking system.

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Brake
AUTOHOLD
The AUTOHOLD function automatically holds the vehicle stopped, even if you take your
foot off the brake pedal. This function can be best used while stopped in traffi c or at a traf fi c
light. The brakes will automatically release when you start driving again (rel\
easing the
clutch pedal while in gear (manual transaxle) or depressing the accele\
rator pedal (automatic
transaxle)).
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Brake
WARNING
Do not rely completely on the AUTOHOLD function: The AUTOHOLD function is only designed to assist the brake operation while the vehicle
is stopped. Neglecting to operate the brakes and relying only on the AUTOHOLD system
is dangerous and could result in an unexpected accident if the vehicle were to suddenly
move. Operate the brakes appropriately in accordance with the road and surrounding
conditions.

Do not release your foot from the brake pedal while the vehicle is stopped on a steep
grade: Because there is a possibility of the vehicle not being held in the stopped position by the
AUTOHOLD function, the vehicle may move unexpectedly and result in an accident.

Do not use the AUTOHOLD function on slippery roads such as icy or snow-covered
roads, or unpaved roads: Even if the vehicle is held in the stopped position by the AUTOHOLD function, the vehicle
may move unexpectedly and result in an accident. Operate the accelerator pedal, brakes,
or steering wheel appropriately as necessary.

Immediately depress the brake pedal in the following cases: Because the AUTOHOLD function is canceled forcibly, the vehicle may move unexpectedly
and result in an accident.
 The brake pedal operation request warning light (red) fl ashes and the warning sound is activated at the same time.

(Red)  [Brake Hold Unavailable Depress Brake to Hold Position] is displayed in the multi-information display and the warning sound is activated at the same time.

Always apply the electric pa rking brake (EPB) when parking the vehicle:
Not applying the electric parking brake (EPB) when parking the vehicle is dangerous as
the vehicle may move unexpectedly and result in an accident. When parking the vehicle,
shift the selector lever to the P position (automatic transaxle vehicle) and apply the
electric parking brake (EPB).

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Brake
AUTOHOLD System is Turned On
Press the AUTOHOLD switch and when
the AUTOHOLD standby indicator light
turns on, the AUTOHOLD function turns
on.
AUTOHOLD standby
indicator light

NOTE
When all of the following conditions are
met, the AUTOHOLD standby indicator
light turns on when the AUTOHOLD
switch is pressed and the AUTOHOLD
function turns on.
  The ignition is switched ON (engine is
running).
  The driver's seat belt is fastened.  The driver's door is closed.  There is no problem with the
AUTOHOLD function.

To operate AUTOHOLD and hold the
brakes
1. Depress the brake pedal and bring the vehicle to a complete stop.
2. The AUTOHOLD active indicator light in the instrument cluster turns on and
the brakes are held.


3. The vehicle is held in its stopped position even with the brake pedal
released.

NOTE
When all of the following conditions are
met, the AUTOHOLD operates and the
brakes are held.
  The ignition is switched ON (engine is
running).
  The vehicle is stopped.  The brake pedal is being depressed.  The AUTOHOLD active indicator light
turns on.
  The accelerator pedal is not depressed.  The driver's seat belt is fastened.  The driver's door is closed.  There is no problem with the
AUTOHOLD function.
  The electric parking brake (EPB) is
released.
  There is no problem with the electric
parking brake (EPB) function.
  (Automatic transaxle vehicle)  The selector lever is in a position other
than R position or the vehicle tilts
forward with the selector lever in the R
position.

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Brake
To release AUTOHOLD and start
driving the vehicle
If you do any of the following actions
to resume driving the vehicle, the
brakes release automatically and the
AUTOHOLD active indicator light turns
off.
  (Manual transaxle vehicle)  You start to release the clutch pedal with
the shift lever shifted to a position other
than the neutral position
  (Automatic transaxle vehicle)  The accelerator pedal is depressed. The vehicle tilts rearward or the
selector lever is shifted to the R
position on level ground.


NOTE
   If the electric parking brake (EPB)
switch is pulled while the AUTOHOLD
is operating, the AUTOHOLD is
released and the electric parking brake
(EPB) is applied. In addition, if the
electric parking brake (EPB) is released
under this condition, the AUTOHOLD
operates to hold the brakes.
  Under the following conditions,
the electric parking brake (EPB)
is automatically applied and the
AUTOHOLD is released. The
AUTOHOLD is re-enabled when the
conditions before the AUTOHOLD is
released are restored.
  The driver’s seat belt is unfastened.  The driver’s door is opened.   When about ten minutes or longer
have passed since the AUTOHOLD
operation started, the electric parking
brake (EPB) is automatically applied.
Because the AUTOHOLD is restored
when releasing the electric parking
brake (EPB), the hold on the brakes by
AUTOHOLD function resumes.

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Brake
AUTOHOLD System is Turned Off
The vehicle is driven
Press the AUTOHOLD switch to turn off
the AUTOHOLD ( AUTOHOLD standby
indicator light turns off).
Brakes are held
Depress the brake pedal and press the
AUTOHOLD switch to turn off the
AUTOHOLD (AUTOHOLD standby
indicator light and AUTOHOLD active
indicator light in instrument cluster turn
off).

AUTOHOLD standby
indicator light

NOTE
  (Without multi-information display)  If the AUTOHOLD switch is pressed
without depressing the brake pedal
while the AUTOHOLD is operating
(AUTOHOLD active indicator light is
turned on), the brake pedal operation
request indicator light (green) in the
instrument cluster turns on to notify the
driver that it is necessary to depress the
brake pedal.

(Green)  (With multi-information display)  If the AUTOHOLD switch is pressed
without depressing the brake pedal
while AUTOHOLD is operating
(AUTOHOLD active indicator light
in instrument cluster is turned on),
the message Depress Brake Pedal to
Release Parking Brake is indicated on
the multi-information display to notify
the driver to depress the brake pedal.
  If any of the following conditions
occurs while the AUTOHOLD function
is operating (AUTOHOLD active
indicator light is turned on), the
electric parking brake (EPB) is applied
automatically and the AUTOHOLD
function turns off. For the electric
parking brake (EPB) operation, refer
to the electric parking brake (EPB) on
page 4-71 .
  The ignition is switched OFF.  There is a problem with the
AUTOHOLD function.


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ABS/TCS/DSC
Antilock Brake System
(ABS)
The ABS control unit continuously
monitors the speed of each wheel. If
one wheel is about to lock up, the ABS
responds by automatically releasing and
reapplying that wheel's brake.

The driver will feel a slight vibration in
the brake pedal and may hear a chattering
noise from the brake system. This is
normal ABS system operation. Continue to
depress the brake pedal without pumping
the brakes.

The warning light turns on when the
system has a malfunction.
Refer to Warning Indication/Warning
Lights on page 4-33 .
WARNING
Do not rely on ABS as a substitute for
safe driving: The ABS cannot compensate for unsafe
and reckless driving, excessive speed,
tailgating (following another vehicle
too closely), driving on ice and snow,
and hydroplaning (reduced tire friction
and road contact because of water on
the road surface). You can still have an
accident.

NOTE
  Braking distances may be longer on
loose surfaces (snow or gravel, for
example) which usually have a hard
foundation. A vehicle with a normal
braking system may require less
distance to stop under these conditions
because the tires will build up a wedge
of surface layer when the wheels skid.
  The sound of the ABS operating may
be heard when starting the engine
or immediately after starting the
vehicle, however, it does not indicate a
malfunction.

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ABS/TCS/DSC
Traction Control System
(TCS)
The Traction Control System (TCS)
enhances traction and safety by controlling
engine torque and braking. When the TCS
detects driving wheel slippage, it lowers
engine torque and operates the brakes to
prevent loss of traction.

This means that on a slick surface, the
engine adjusts automatically to provide
optimum power to the drive wheels,
limiting wheel spin and loss of traction.

The warning light turns on when the
system has a malfunction.
Refer to Warning Indication/Warning
Lights on page 4-33 .
WARNING
Do not rely on the Traction Control
System (TCS) as a substitute for safe
driving: The Traction Control System (TCS)
cannot compensate for unsafe and
reckless driving, excessive speed,
tailgating (following another vehicle
too closely), and hydroplaning
(reduced tire friction and road contact
because of water on the road surface).
You can still have an accident.

Use snow tires or tire chains and drive at
reduced speeds when roads are covered
with ice and/or snow: Driving without proper traction devices
on snow and/or ice-covered roads
is dangerous. The Traction Control
System (TCS) alone cannot provide
adequate traction and you could still
have an accident.

NOTE
To turn off the TCS, press the TCS OFF
switch (page 4-84 ).

TCS/DSC Indicator Light

This indicator light stays on for a few
seconds when the ignition is switched
ON. If the TCS or DSC is operating, the
indicator light fl ashes.

If the light stays on, the TCS, DSC
or the brake assist system may have a
malfunction and they may not operate
correctly. Take your vehicle to an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
NOTE
   In addition to the indicator light
fl ashing, a slight lugging sound will
come from the engine. This indicates
that the TCS/DSC is operating properly.
   On slippery surfaces, such as fresh
snow, it will be impossible to achieve
high rpm when the TCS is on.

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i-ACTIV AWD
*Some models.
i-ACTIV AWD Operation *
AWD provides excellent drivability on
snow-covered and ice-packed roads, sand
and mud, as well as on steep slopes and
other slippery surfaces.
A system malfunction or operation
conditions are indicated by a warning.
Refer to Warning Indication/Warning
Lights on page 4-33 .
WARNING
Never spin a wheel that is off the
ground: Spinning a wheel that is off the ground
as a result of the vehicle being stuck
or in a ditch is dangerous. The drive
assembly could be seriously damaged
which could lead to an accident or
could even lead to overheating, oil
leakage, and a fi re.

AWD Driving
WARNING
Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed and
abrupt maneuvers when driving this
vehicle: Sharp turns, excessive speed and
abrupt maneuvering of this vehicle
is dangerous as it could result in the
increased risk of loss of vehicle control,
vehicle roll-over, personal injury or
death.
This vehicle has a higher center of
gravity. Vehicles with a higher center
of gravity such as utility and AWD
vehicles handle diff erently than
vehicles with a lower center of gravity.
Utility and AWD vehicles are not
designed for cornering at high speeds
any more than low profi le sports cars
are designed to perform satisfactorily
under off -road conditions. In addition,
utility vehicles have a signifi cantly
higher rollover rate than other types of
vehicles.

Drive carefully when the vehicle is
loaded by lowering vehicle speed and
applying the brakes earlier: Abrupt maneuvering and sudden
braking when driving a loaded vehicle
is dangerous as the driving behavior of
a vehicle with a high center of gravity
is diff erent when it is loaded compared
to when it is not, and could result in the
loss of vehicle control and an accident.

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i-ACTIVSENSE
*Some models.
Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function
(MRCC with Stop & Go function)
*
The Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (MRCC with Stop & Go
function) system is designed to maintain headway control *1 with a vehicle ahead according
to your vehicle's speed using a radar sensor (front) to detect the dis\
tance to the vehicle ahead
and a preset vehicle speed without you having to use the accelerator or \
brake pedals.

*1 Headway Control: Control of the distance between your vehicle and the ve\
hicle ahead detected by the Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) system.

Additionally, if your vehicle starts closing in on the vehicle ahead such as if the \
vehicle
ahead brakes suddenly, a warning sound and a warning indication in the display are
activated simultaneously to alert you to maintain a suf fi cient distance between the vehicles.
If the vehicle ahead stops while you are following behind it, your vehic\
le will stop and be
held stopped automatically (stop hold control), and headway control wi\
ll resume when you
resume driving the vehicle such as by pressing the RES switch.
Also refer to the following before using the Mazda Radar Cruise Control \
with Stop & Go
function (MRCC with Stop & Go function).
   AUTOHOLD (page 4-75 )  Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) (page 4-156 )  Radar sensor (front) (page 4-162 )
WARNING
Do not rely completely on the Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function
(MRCC with Stop & Go function):
The Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (MRCC with Stop & Go function)
system is designed to reduce load on the driver, and although it maintains a constant
vehicle speed, or specifi cally, it maintains a constant distance between your vehicle and
the detected vehicle ahead according to your vehicle speed, the system has detection
limitations depending on the type of vehicle ahead and its conditions, the weather
conditions, and the road conditions. Additionally, the system may be unable to decelerate
suffi ciently to avoid hitting the vehicle ahead if the vehicle ahead applies the brakes
suddenly or another vehicle cuts into the driving lane, which could result in an accident.
Always drive carefully and verify the surrounding conditions and depress the brake pedal
or accelerator pedal while keeping a safer distance from vehicles ahead or on-coming
vehicles.

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