sport mode MAZDA CX5 2023 Owners Manual

While vehicle is stopped
The selector lever is in the D or M
position (not in second gear fixed
mode).
The automatic transmission fluid
has warmed up sufficiently.
The automatic transmission fluid
temperature is not abnormally
high.
The steering wheel is almost in the
straight-ahead position (idling may
not stop even with the steering
wheel in the straight-ahead
position if force is applied to the
steering wheel. Release the force
applied to the steering wheel to
stop engine idling).
The vehicle is stopped by
depressing the brake pedal.
The vehicle is not on a steep slope.The vehicle is not stopped
suddenly.
While driving
The selector lever is in the D or M
position (not in second gear fixed
mode).
While drivingThe vehicle is driven at a vehicle
speed of about 40 km/h (25 mph)
or faster after engine idling stops
while driving.
The vehicle is not driven in sport
mode.
The automatic transmission fluid
has warmed up sufficiently.
The automatic transmission fluid
temperature is not abnormally
high.
The steering wheel is almost in the
straight-ahead position (idling may
not stop even with the steering
wheel in the straight-ahead
position if force is applied to the
steering wheel. Release the force
applied to the steering wheel to
stop engine idling).
The vehicle is stopped by
depressing the brake pedal.
The vehicle is not driven on a
slope.
The vehicle is not stopped
suddenly.
NOTE
Under the following conditions, a
period of time is required to stop
engine idling
The battery power is depleted for
some reason such as the vehicle has
not been driven for a long period.
The ambient temperature is high or
low.
After the battery terminals are
disconnected for some reason such
as for battery replacement.
Engine-stop period is short or time
until next engine idle stop is long
The ambient temperature is high or
low.
The battery power is depleted.Power consumption by the vehicle's
electrical parts is high.
Engine restarts automatically while
engine idling is stopped
Under the following conditions, the
engine restarts automatically.
The i-stop OFF switch is pressed until
the beep sounds.
The air conditioner is operated with
the airflow mode in the
position.The temperature setting dial of the
air conditioner is in the maximum
heating or maximum cooling (A/C
ON) position.
When Driving
Start/Stop Engine
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(Automatic climate control system)
The cabin temperature is largelydifferent from the set temperature of
the air conditioner.
The brakes are released slightly on a
slope and the vehicle begins to
move.
Two minutes have elapsed since the
idling was stopped.
The battery power is depleted.The hood is opened.The driver's seat belt is unfastened
and the driver's door is opened.
Engine idling is stopped while the
vehicle is stopped
The accelerator pedal is depressed
with the selector lever in the D or
M (not in second gear fixed mode)
position.
The selector lever is shifted to the R
position.
The selector lever is shifted from N
or P position to D or M (not in
second gear fixed mode) position.
The steering wheel is operated
with the selector lever in the D or
M (not in second gear fixed mode)
position.
The selector lever is in the M
position and the second gear fixed
mode is selected.
With the selector lever in the P or
N position, or the D/M range, the
driver's seat belt is unfastened, the
driver's door is opened, or the
hood is opened.
The steering wheel is operated.Engine idling is stopped while
driving
The selector lever is in a position
other than the D position.
The accelerator pedal is depressed.Sport mode is selected.The steering wheel is operated.
The shift lever is shifted to the R
position.
Selector lever is operated while
engine idling is stopped
If the selector lever is shifted from D or
M (not in second gear fixed mode)
position to N or P position while
engine idling is stopped, the engine
does not restart even when the brake
pedal is released. The engine will
restart if the brake pedal is depressed
again or the selector lever is shifted to
the D, M (not in second gear fixed
mode), or R position. (For the
purposes of safety, always keep the
brake pedal depressed when shifting
the selector lever.)
If the selector lever is shifted from the
D or M (not in second gear fixed
mode) to the N or P position, and the
driver's seat belt is unfastened or the
driver's door is opened, the engine
restarts.
Battery terminals have been
disconnected
Engine idling may not stop right after
the battery terminals have been
disconnected. In addition, if the
battery is replaced, the i-stop functions
must be verified. Consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
When Driving
Start/Stop Engine
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▼Average Fuel Economy
This mode displays the average fuel
economy by calculating the total
traveled distance and the total fuel
consumption since the vehicle was
purchased or the past data was reset.
The average fuel economy is calculated
and displayed every 30 seconds.

The average fuel economy can be reset
by pressing the INFO switch for 1.5
seconds or more. After the data is
cleared, the fuel consumption is
recalculated and the - - - L/100 km
(- - - mpg) for the 30 seconds prior to
it being displayed is indicated.
▼Current Fuel Economy
This displays the current fuel economy
by calculating the amount of fuel
consumption and the distance
traveled.

NOTE
Indicates the 0 position when the
vehicle speed is about 5 km/h (3
mph) or slower.
▼ Mazda intelligent Drive Select
(Mi-Drive) Display*
The display changes depending on the
driving mode.

Sport mode
Off-road mode
To w i n g m o d e
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
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Automatic Transmission Controls
▼Automatic Transmission Controls
1. Lock-release button
2. Selector lever

Indication Various Lockouts
Indicates that you must depress
the brake pedal and hold in the
lock-release button to shift (The ig-
nition must be switched ON).
Indicates the selector lever can be
shifted freely into any position.
Indicates that you must hold in the
lock-release button to shift.
NOTE
The Sport AT has an option that is not
included in the traditional automatic
transmission that gives the driver the
option of selecting each gear instead of
leaving it to the tr ansmission to shift
gears. Even if you intend to use the
automatic transmission functions as a
traditional automatic, you should also
be aware that you can inadvertently
shift into manual shift mode and an
inappropriate gear may be retained as
the vehicle speed increases. If you
notice the engine speed going higher
or hear the engine racing, confirm you
have not accidentally slipped into
manual shift mode (page 4-41).
When Driving
Automatic Transmission
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Mazda intelligent Drive
Select (Mi-Drive) (FWD)
*
▼ Mazda intelligent Drive Select
(Mi-Drive)
Mi-Drive is a system to switch the
vehicle's drive mode. When the sport
mode is selected, vehicle's response
against accelerator operation is
enhanced. This provides additional
quick acceleration which may be
needed to safely make maneuvers such
as lane changes, merging onto
freeways, or passing other vehicles.
CAUTION
Do not use the sport mode when
driving on slippery roads such as wet
or snow-covered roads. It may cause
tire slipping.
NOTE
When the sport mode is selected,
driving at higher engine speeds
increases and it may increase fuel
consumption. Mazda recommends
that you cancel the sport mode on
normal driving.
Drive mode cannot be switched in
the following conditions:
ABS/TCS/DSC is operatingThe Mazda Radar Cruise Control
with Stop & Go function (MRCC
with Stop & Go function) System is
operating.
Traffic Jam Assist (TJA) is operating.Steering wheel is being operated
abruptly
▼
Mazda intelligent Drive Select
(Mi-Drive) switch
Press the Mi-Drive switch forward
(SPORT) to select the sport mode.
Pull the Mi-Drive switch back (OFF) to
cancel the sport mode.

NOTE
In the following cases, the Mi-Drive
is canceled.
The ignition is switched OFF.Mazda Radar Cruise Control with
Stop & Go function (MRCC with
Stop & Go function) System/cruise
control is set.
Tra ffi c
Jam Assist (TJA) is set.Depending on the driving conditions
when sport mode is selected, the
vehicle may perform shift-down or
slightly accelerate.
▼Select Mode Indicator Light
When the sport mode is selected, the
select mode indicator light turns on in
the instrument cluster.
1. Select mode indicator light
When Driving
Mazda intelligent Drive Select (Mi-Drive)
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NOTE
If the Mi-Drive cannot be switched to
sport mode, the select mode indicator
light flashes to notify the driver.Mazda intelligent Drive
Select (Mi-Drive) (AWD)
*
▼ Mazda intelligent Drive Select
(Mi-Drive)
Mi-drive is a system that switches the
drive modes depending on the driving
conditions, road conditions and
vehicle conditions.
The mode can be switched from
normal to sport, off-road or towing.
Sport mode
This mode enhances vehicle
responsiveness when the accelerator
pedal is depressed.
This provides additional quick
acceleration which may be needed to
safely make maneuvers such as lane
changes, merging onto freeways, or
passing other vehicles.
Off-road mode
This mode helps prevent drive-wheel
spinning during off-road driving and
improves driving performance.
Use this mode to drive the vehicle on
slippery roads such as muddy, sandy,
or deep-snowy roads.
Towing mode (SKYACTIV-G 2.5T)
This mode suppresses the reduction of
driving performance due to increased
weight during trailer towing and
promotes vehicle stability.
Use this mode when towing a trailer.
Warnings and cautions when using
Mi-Drive
WARNING

Do not rely completely on the
Mi-Drive system.
When Driving
Mazda intelligent Drive Select (Mi-Drive)
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Vehicle stability is limited even when
Mi-drive is activated.
 Always drive the vehicle safely. Do
not drive the vehicle recklessly,
otherwise it may result in an
accident.
CAUTION
Do not use the sport mode when
driving on slippery roads such as wet
or snow-covered roads. It may cause
tire slipping.
 Heed the following cautions so that
the system can operate normally.
 Always use tires of the specified
size, same manufacturer, brand,
and pattern (tread pattern) for the
front and rear wheels.
 Do not use tires with significantly
different wear patterns on the
same vehicle.
 Do not use the sport mode when
driving on slippery roads such as wet
or snow-covered roads. It may cause
tire slipping.
 Drive carefully when using tire
chains.
Because the diameter of the tires
differs, the system may not operate
normally.
How to use Mi-Drive
1. Push the Mi-Drive switch forward
or pull it toward you.
2. While checking the list displayed inthe instrument cluster, push the
Mi-Drive switch forward or pull it
toward you to select a drive mode.
Trailer is not connected
Tra i l e r i s co n n e c te d
When Driving
Mazda intelligent Drive Select (Mi-Drive)
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When the drive mode is set, the
display in the instrument cluster
changes.
Refer to Mazda intelligent Drive
Select (Mi-Drive) Display on page
4-20.
NOTE
Depending on the driving conditions
when sport mode is selected, the
vehicle may perform shift-down or
slightly accelerate.
When the sport mode is selected,
driving at higher engine speeds
increases and it may increase fuel
consumption. Mazda recommends
that you cancel the sport mode on
normal driving.
Towing mode can be selected only
when a trailer is connected.
The driving mode in which the
display in the instrument cluster is
grayed out cannot be selected.
Towing mode can be selected only
when electrically connected to the
trailer using a Mazda genuine trailer
hitch. In addition, it may take some
time until the connection is detected
and towing mode is displayed.
When towing mode is selectable,
sport mode cannot be selected.
When the ignition is switched OFF,
the mode returns to normal mode.
However, towing mode before
switching the ignition OFF is
maintained only when the trailer is
connected in towing mode.
When Driving
Mazda intelligent Drive Select (Mi-Drive)
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i-ACTIV AWD Operation*
▼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 AWD Warning Indication/
Warning Light on page 7-24.
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 fire.
▼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 differently th
an vehicles with a
lower center of gravity.
Utility and AWD vehicles are not
designed for cornering at high speeds
any more than low profile sports cars
are designed to perform satisfactorily
under off-road conditions. In addition,
utility vehicles have a significantly
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
different when it is loaded compared
to when it is not, and could result in
the loss of vehicle control and an
accident.
▼ Tires and Tire Chains
The condition of the tires plays a large
role in the performance of the vehicle.
Moreover, to prevent adverse
effects to
the drive assembly, please note the
following:
Tires
When replacing tires, always replace
all front and rear tires at the same
time.
All tires must be of the same size,
manufacture, brand and tread
pattern. Pay particular attention
when equipping snow or other types
of winter tires.
Do not mix tread-worn tires with
normal tires.
Inspect tire inflation pressures at the specified periods adjust to the
specified pressures.
When Driving
i-ACTIV AWD
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BicyclesPe de s tr ia n sAnimalsShopping cartsStationary objects on the road or
roadside
Vehicles with shapes that may notreflect radar waves (such as
unloaded trailers with low vehicle
heights and sports cars).
Rear/Rear Corner
Ultrasonic Sensor
*
▼ Rear/Rear Corner Ultrasonic
Sensor
The ultrasonic sensors function by
emitting ultrasonic waves which are
reflected

off obstructions at the rear
and the returning ultrasonic waves are
picked up by the ultrasonic sensors.

The ultrasonic sensors are mounted in
the rear bumper.
When Driving
i-ACTIVSENSE
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