ignition MAZDA CX5 2023 Owners Manual

Air intake selector switch
This switch controls the source of air
entering the vehicle.

Outside or recirculated air positions
can be selected. Press the switch to
select outside/recirculated air
positions.
Recirculated air position (indicator
light illuminated)
Outside air is shut off. Air within the
vehicle is recirculated. Use this
position when going through tunnels,
driving in congested traffic (high engine
exhaust areas), or when quick cooling
is desired.
Outside air position (indicator light
turned off)
Outside air is allowed to enter the
cabin. Use this position for ventilation
or windshield defrosting.
WARNING
Do not use the position (indicator
light turns on) in cold or rainy
weather:
Using the
position (indicator light
turns on) in cold or rainy weather is
dangerous as it will cause the windows
to fog up. Your vision will be
hampered, which could lead to a
serious accident.
NOTE
The recirculated air position is the
default position whenever the
ignition is switched ON, the climate
control system is on, and the outside
temperature exceeds about 73°F
(23 ℃).
To exit the default recirculated air
position, press the air intake selector
switch to select the outside air
position.
When the air intake selector switch is
set to the outside air position and
the outside temperature exceeds
about 73°F (23 ℃), the climate
control system may automatically
select the recirculated air position to
improve the efficiency of the climate
control system.
Windshield defroster switch
Press the switch to defrost the
windshield and front door windows.
Refer to Windshield Defrosting and
Defogging on page 5-8.
Rear window defogger switch
Press the rear window defogger switch
to defrost the rear window.
Refer to Rear Window Defogger on
page 4-59.
▼ Heating
1. Press the switch.
2. Set the air intake selector to the outside air position (indicator light
turns off).
3. Set the temperature control dial to
the hot position.
4. Set the fan control dial to the desired speed.
5. If dehumidified heating is desired, turn on the air conditioner.
NOTE
If the windshield fogs up easily, press
the
switch.If cooler air is desired at face level,
press the
switch and adjust the
temperature control dial to maintain
maximum comfort.
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the air conditioner (cooling/
dehumidifying functions).
The on/off of the air conditioner
switches each time the A/C switch is
pressed.
NOTE
The air conditioner operates when
the A/C switch is pressed while the
air conditioner is turned off.
The air conditioner may not function
when the outside temperature
approaches 0 °C (32 °F).
Air intake selector switch
Outside or recircu lated air positions
can be selected. Press the switch to
select outside/recirculated air
positions.
Recirculated air position (
)
Outside air is shut off. Air within the
vehicle is recirculated. Use this
position when going through tunnels,
driving in congested traffic (high engine
exhaust areas), or when quick cooling
is desired.
Outside air position (
)
Outside air is allowed to enter the
cabin. Use this position for ventilation
or windshield defrosting.
WARNING
Do not recirculate the air in the cabin
during cold or rainy weather:
Recirculating the air in the cabin during
cold and rainy weather is dangerous as
it will cause the windows to fog up.
Your vision will be hampered, which
could lead to a serious accident.
NOTE
The recirculated air position is the
default position whenever the
ignition is switched ON, the climate
control system is on, and the outside
temperature exceeds about 73°F
(23 ℃).
To exit the default recirculated air
position, press the air intake selector
switch to select the outside air
position.
When the air intake selector switch is
set to the outside air position and
the outside temperature exceeds
about 73°F (23 ℃), the climate
control system may automatically
select the recirculated air position to
improve the efficiency of the climate
control system.
SYNC (Synchronized Temperature)
switch
Use the SYNC switch to change the
mode between the individual
operation (driver and passenger) and
interconnection (simultaneous)
modes.
Interconnection mode (indicator light
turns on)
The set temperature for the driver and
front passenger is controlled
simultaneously.
Individual operation mode (indicator
light turns off)
The set temperature can be controlled
individually for the driver and front
passenger.
Windshield defroster switch
Press the switch to defrost the
windshield and front door windows.
Refer to Windshield Defrosting and
Defogging on page 5-13.
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Sunvisors
▼Sunvisors
Lower the sunvisor to block sunlight
from the front.
To block sunlight from the side, lower
and unhook the sunvisor, and then
swing it to the side.
▼
Side Extension Sunvisors*
The visor extender extends the
sunvisor's range of sun shading.
To use, pull it out.
CAUTION
When moving the sunvisor, retract the
visor extender to its original position.
Otherwise, the visor extender could hit
the rearview mirror.
▼Va n i t y M i r ro rs
To use the vanity mirror, lower the
sunvisor.
If your vehicle is equipped with a
vanity mirror light, it will illuminate
when you open the cover.
The vanity mirror will only illuminate in
the tilt range shown in the figure.

1. Vanity mirror light
2. On
3.
Off

NOTE
If a vanity mirror light is left on with the
ignition switched OFF, the light is
turned off automatically to prevent the
battery from being discharged.

The vanity mirror light can be turned
on again by doing any of the following
operations:
Opening/closing any door.Unlocking any door.Switching the ignition to ACC or ON.Switching an overhead light/front
map light on.
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The driver's door is unlocked with
the ignition is switched OFF.
The ignition is switched OFF with all
doors closed.
NOTE
The illumination time differs
depending on the operation.
The vehicle is equipped with a
battery saver. If an interior light is left
on with the ignition switched OFF,
the light turns off automatically after
a certain period of time has passed
to prevent battery depletion.
The operation of the illuminated
entry system can be changed.
Refer to the Settings section in the
Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.
The illuminated entry system does
not operate in conjunction with the
overhead lights when the overhead
lights are turned on using the
overhead light ON/OFF switch.
Accessory Socket
▼Accessory Socket
Only use genuine Mazda accessories
or the equivalent requiring no greater
than 120 W (DC 12 V, 10 A).
The accessory socket can be used
regardless of whether the ignition is on
or off.
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CAUTION
To prevent accessory socket damage
or electrical failure, pay attention to
the following:
 Do not use accessories that require
more than 120 W (DC 12 V, 10 A).
 Do not use accessories that are not
genuine Mazda accessories or the
equivalent.
 Close the cover when the
accessory socket is not in use to
prevent foreign objects and liquids
from getting into the accessory
socket.
 Correctly insert the plug into the
accessory socket.
 Noise may occur on the audio
playback depending on the device
connected to the accessory socket.
 Depending on the device connected
to the accessory socket, the vehicle's
electrical system may be affected,
which could cause the warning light
to illuminate. Disconnect the
connected device and make sure
that the problem is resolved. If the
problem is resolved, disconnect the
device from the socket and switch
the ignition off. If the problem is not
resolved, consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
NOTE
To prevent discharging of the battery,
do not use the socket for long periods
with the engine off or idling.
Connecting the accessory socket
1. Open the lid.
2. Pass the connection plug cord
through the cutout of the console
and insert the plug into the
accessory socket.

1. Plug
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USB Power Outlet*
▼USB Power Outlet
The USB power outlets can be used
regardless of whether the ignition is
switched to ACC or ON.
Only use USB devices that have a
maximum power consumption of 12.5
W (DC 5 V, 2.5 A) or below.

1. USB power outlet

CAUTION
To prevent USB power outlets damage
or electrical failure, pay attention to
the following:

Do not use USB devices that require
more than 12.5 W (DC 5 V, 2.5 A).
 Correctly connect the USB connector
into the USB power outlets.
NOTE
The USB power outlets are designed
only for charging and they cannot be
used for connecting to the vehicle's
audio system.
To prevent discharging of the battery,
do not use the USB power outlets for
long periods with the engine off or
idling.
Wireless Charger (Qi)*
▼ Wireless Charger (Qi)
You can charge mobile devices such as
Smartphones which comply with the
Qi Wireless Charging standard.
Only use mobile devices that have a
maximum power consumption of 5 W,
or 15 W or below. The maximum
power consumption
differs depending
on the mobile device.
1. LED indicator
2. Charging area

WARNING
Radio waves from the Wireless
Charger (Qi) may affect the operation
of medical devices such as
implanted-type cardiac pacemakers
or defibrillators.
 Before using the Wireless Charger
(Qi) near people who use medical
devices, ask the medical device
manufacturer or your physician if
radio waves from the Wireless
Charger (Qi) will affect the device.
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The Wireless Charger (Qi) can be
disabled to prevent it from affecting
medical devices. Consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer for details.
Heed the following cautions.
Otherwise, the Wireless Charger (Qi)
may malfunction or be damaged,
which could cause a fire, burns due to
heat generation, or an accident such
as electrical shock.
 Do not install, remove, disassemble,
or change the wiring of the Wireless
Charger (Qi). If the Wireless Charger
(Qi) needs to be installed or
removed, consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
 Do not use the Wireless Charger (Qi)
when it is malfunctioning. In
addition, if smoke, abnormal noise,
or abnormal smell is emitted from
the Wireless Charger (Qi), stop the
vehicle in a safe place, switch the
ignition OFF, and consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
 When using the Wireless Charger
(Qi) to store items on, turn off the
Wireless Charger (Qi).
 Do not place any metal object
between the charging area and the
mobile device. Also, do not apply
items such as a metallic sticker to the
Wireless Charger (Qi).
 When charging, do not place any
item other than the mobile device to
be charged on the Wireless Charger
(Qi). In addition, do not place any
metal object, IC card, coin, or
magnetic item near the charging
area.
 Remove dust or dirt from the
charging area before use.
 Do not apply strong force or impact
to the Wireless Charger (Qi) or get it
wet.Use only mobile devices which
support the Wireless Charger (Qi).

CAUTION
 While a mobile device is placed on
the charging area, keep the vehicle
key away from the Wireless Charger
(Qi). The vehicle key may not be
detected due to radio wave
interference by the Wireless Charger
(Qi).
 Charging may not operate normally
under the following conditions:
 The mobile device is fully charged.
 There is foreign matter between
the mobile device and the charging
area.
 The temperature of the mobile
device is high.
 The mobile device is placed with
the charging side facing upward.
 The mobile device is placed in a
position extremely deviating from
the center of the charging area.
 Your vehicle is in an area where
strong radio waves or electrical
noise occur such as near a
television tower, power plant, or
airport.
 The Near Field Communication
(NFC) function setting of the
mobile device is on (depends on
the model of the mobile device).
 Keep the following items away from
the charging area. Otherwise the
data stored on the mobile device
could be erased or the device could
malfunction.
 Magnetic items such as magnets,
magnetic cards, and magnetic
recording media.
 High precision devices such as
wristwatches.
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If you must run the engine while
working under the hood, make
certain that you remove all jewelry
(especially rings, bracelets, watches,
and necklaces) and all neckties,
scarves, and similar loose clothing
before getting near the engine or
cooling fan which may turn on
unexpectedly:
Working under the hood with the
engine running is dangerous. It
becomes even more dangerous when
you wear jewelry, loose clothing or
have long hair or a long beard.
Either can become entangled in
moving parts and result in injury.
Pull over to a safe location, then
switch the ignition 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 indefinitely 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 leave items in the engine
compartment:
After you have finished checking or
doing servicing in the engine
compartment, do not forget and leave
items such as tools or rags in the
engine compartment.
Tools or other items left in the engine
compartment could cause engine
damage or a fire leading to an
unexpected accident.
Hood
▼ Hood
WARNING
Always check that the hood is closed
and securely locked:
A hood that is not closed and securely
locked is dangerous as it could fly open
while the vehicle is moving and block
the driver's vision which could result in
a serious accident.
Do not drive the vehicle with the
Hood-Ajar warning indication
displayed :
Otherwise, the Hood may open
unexpectedly and result in an accident.
▼Opening the Hood
1. With the vehicle parked, pull the
release handle to unlock the hood.

2. Insert your hand into the hoodopening, slide the latch lever in the
direction of the arrow as shown in
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Engine Coolant
▼Inspecting Coolant Level
WARNING
Do not use a match or live flame 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.
Pull over to a safe location, then
switch the ignition 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 indefinitely 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 Authorized Mazda Dealer.
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
traveling 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.

If it is at or near L, add enough coolant
to the coolant reservoir to provide
freezing and corrosion protection and
to bring the level to F.
Securely tighten the coolant reservoir
tank cap after adding coolant.
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Body Lubrication
▼Body Lubrication
All moving points of the body, such as
door and hood hinges and locks,
should be lubricated each time the
engine oil is changed. Use a
non-freezing lubricant on locks during
cold weather.

Make sure the hood's secondary latch
keeps the hood from opening when
the primary latch is released.
Wiper Blades
▼ Wiper Blades
CAUTION

Hot waxes applied by automatic car
washers have been known to
affect
the wiper's ability to clean windows.
 An operation malfunction may occur
or the wiper
effectiveness may be
reduced if a water-repellent coating
is used.
 To prevent damage to the wiper
blades, do not use gasoline,
kerosene, paint thinner, or other
solvents on or near them.
 When the wiper lever is in the AUTO
position and the ignition is switched
ON, the wipers may move
automatically in the following cases:
 If the windshield above the rain
sensor is touched.
 If the windshield above the rain
sensor is wiped with a cloth.
 If the windshield is struck with a
hand or other object.
 If the rain sensor is struck with a
hand or other object from inside
the vehicle.
Be careful not to pinch hands or fingers as it may cause injury, or
damage the wipers. When washing
or servicing the vehicle, make sure
the wiper lever is in the OFF
position.
 Before lifting the windshield wiper
blades off the windshield, always
follow the procedure for moving the
windshield wiper blades. Otherwise,
a wiper blade, wiper arm, or the
hood could be damaged.
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