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Convenient Ways to Usethe e-SKYACTIV PHEV
Switch to Start in EV Mode
The hybrid system can be changed to
start in EV mode.
Refer to the Settings section in the
Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.
Switching the Regenerative Braking
Strength
The regenerative braking strength can
be changed.
Refer to the Settings section in the
Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.
For Eco-Friendly and Economical
Driving
Using the Drive Mode
EV mode is mainly used in urban areas,
while NORMAL mode is used in
suburban areas and on expressways,
which leads to savings in electricity and
fuel consumption.
By actively using regenerative braking
to charge the high voltage battery, it is
possible to increase the EV travel
distance and to reduce fuel
consumption when driving the vehicle
in a mode other than EV mode.
To extend cruising distance
The electrical power consumption
while driving can be reduced and the
cruising distance can be extended by
doing the following operations.
With the charge connector
connected, turn on the climate
control system to provide a
comfortable temperature in the
cabin before driving.
When driving during cold
temperatures, use the seat warmer or
steering warmer instead of the
climate control system.
Adjust the climate control system to
a moderate airflow and temperature
setting.
Refrain from using the defogger
under conditions other than when a
window is fogged or frozen.
By maintaining a sufficient distance
between vehicles and using the
regenerative braking well, more
electrical power can be charged to
the high voltage battery.
To extend the life of the high voltage
battery
The high voltage battery life changes
depending on the vehicle storage
conditions or charging method.
To extend the life of the high voltage
battery, be careful of the following.
(Charging the battery)
Avoid unnecessary, frequent
charging.
Only charge the battery with as much
power as needed, and do not always
fully charge the battery. The
maximum charge limit can be set.
Refer to Convenient Ways to Use of
Charging on page 5-118.
(Parking the vehicle)
Do not park the vehicle in a place
where the ambient temperature is
extremely high or low.
Do not leave the vehicle while the
remaining high voltage battery power
is extremely low.
If the [Battery Cooling] operation notification is displayed on the
center display after driving the
vehicle, select [Activate].
Driving
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Remaining Charge and Temperature
of the High Voltage Battery
If the high voltage battery level is low
or the high voltage battery temperature
is low, the vehicle speed may not
increase even if the accelerator pedal is
depressed because the motor output is
restricted. Check the contents
displayed in the instrument cluster and
the remaining amount of power in the
high voltage battery before driving.
(Battery cooling)
If the high voltage battery temperature
is high after driving the vehicle, it is
possible to cool the high voltage
battery while the vehicle is parked to
extend the life of the high voltage
battery. If the Excessive Battery
Te m p e ra t u r e notification is displayed
on the center display after driving the
vehicle, select Start to start the battery
cooling.
NOTE
Because the electrical power of the
high voltage battery is used by the
battery cooling , we recommend that
the charge connector is connected
while the battery cooling is operating.
Driving
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How to Use the
Odometer/Trip Meter

The display changes each time the TRIP
switch is pressed.
1. Odometer display
2. Trip meter A display
3. Trip meter B display

When returning the trip meter to “0”,
press the TRIP switch for 2 seconds or
longer while the trip meter is
displayed.
NOTE
If the lead-acid battery is disconnected
for vehicle maintenance or other
reasons, the trip meter display returns
to “0”.
High Voltage Battery Temperature Gauge
Displays the high voltage battery
temperature. The blue range of the
gauge indicates that the high voltage
battery temperature is low and the red
range indicates that it is high and
overheating.

Driving
Instrument Cluster
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Engine Coolant
Temperature Gauge
Displays the engine coolant
temperature. The blue range of the
gauge indicates that the engine coolant
temperature is low, and the red range
of the gauge indicates that the engine
coolant temperature is high and
overheating.

CAUTION
If the engine coolant temperature
gauge needle is in the red range, there
is the possibility of overheating. Drive
slowly to reduce engine load.
Refer to Taking Action with
Overheating on page 8-20.
High Voltage Battery Powe r G au ge
The remaining power of the high
voltage battery is indicated when the
vehicle power is switched ON.
When the high voltage battery is fully
charged, F is indicated. As the level
lowers, the needle approaches E.

NOTE
After charging, it may require some
time for the needle to stabilize.
The arrow indicates that the
charging port is on the right side.
Driving
Instrument Cluster
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Fuel Gauge
The fuel gauge shows approximately
how much fuel is remaining in the tank
when the vehicle power is switched
ON.
When the fuel tank is full, F (Full) is
indicated, and as the level lowers the
needle approaches E (Empty).

NOTE
After refueling , it may require some
time for the indicator to stabilize. In
addition, the indicator may deviate
while driving on a slope or curve
since the fuel moves in the tank.
The direction of the arrow
indicates that the fuel-filler lid is on
the left side of the vehicle.
Dashboard Illumination
When the lights are turned on with the
vehicle power switched ON, the
brightness of the dashboard
illumination is dimmed. However,
when the light sensor detects that the
surrounding area is bright such as
when the lights are turned on in the
daytime, the dashboard illumination
does not dim.
NOTE
When the vehicle power is switched
ON in the early evening or at dusk, the
dashboard illumination is dimmed for
several seconds until the light sensor
detects the brightness of the
surrounding area, however, the
dimming may cancel after the
brightness is detected.
Driving
Instrument Cluster
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Instantaneous Electrical
Power Consumption Rate Display
The instantaneous energy efficiency
while driving the vehicle is calculated
from the electrical power consumption
and displayed.

NOTE
Displays the 0 position when the
vehicle speed decreases to a
constant speed or slower.
The arrow on the instantaneous
electrical power consumption rate
gauge indicates the average electrical
power consumption rate.
Instantaneous Fuel
Economy Display
This displays the current fuel economy
by calculating the amount of fuel
consumption and the distance
traveled.

NOTE
Displays the 0 position when the
vehicle speed decreases to a constant
speed or slower.
Driving
Instrument Cluster
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Message Display
Displays a message to notify the user
of the system operation status and
malfunctions or abnormalities.
Follow the instructions indicated on
the display.
Refer to How to Use the Instrument
Cluster on page 5-28.
Driving
Instrument Cluster
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Active Driving Display*
The active driving display indicates vehicle information and navigation information.
1. Front Cross Traffic Alert (FCTA) warning display area
2. Warning guidance display area
3. Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning display area
4. i-ACTIVSENSE information display area
5. Vehicle speed display area and setting speed display area
6. Navigation information display area
NOTE
Wearing polarized sunglasses will reduce the visibility of the active driving display
due to the characteristics of the display.
If the lead-acid battery has been removed and re-installed or the lead-acid battery
voltage is low, the adjusted position may deviate.
The display may be difficult to view or temporarily affected by weather conditions
such as rain, snow, light, and temperature.
Driving
Active Driving Display
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Warning and Cautions forUsing the Selector Lever
WARNING
Always apply the parking brake when
the selector lever is in the P position.
When parking the vehicle, only shifting
the selector lever to the P position is
dangerous as the vehicle may move
unexpectedly and result in an accident.
Do not move the selector lever from
the N or P position while the engine
speed is high.
Otherwise, the vehicle will move
suddenly which could lead to an
unexpected accident.
When operating the selector lever,
shift the selector lever with the brake
pedal firmly depressed and the
vehicle completely stopped.
Operating the selector lever while the
vehicle is moving could lead to an
unexpected accident.
Do not shift the selector lever with the
accelerator pedal depressed when the
selector lever is in the P or N position.
Always operate the selector lever with
the brake pedal depressed when the
selector lever is in the P or N position.
Otherwise, the vehicle will suddenly
accelerate which could lead to an
accident.
Do not shift the selector lever to the N
position while driving.
Otherwise, it could result in the loss of
the engine braking power and cause
an accident.
Do not depress the accelerator pedal
unnecessarily while the vehicle is
stopped.
If the accelerator pedal is mistakenly
depressed when the se lector lever is in
a position other than the P or N
position, the vehicle could suddenly
accelerate resulting in an accident.
After stopping the vehicle, check the
shift position indication in the
instrument cluster before
re-accelerating.
If the vehicle were to move
unexpectedly, it could lead to an
accident.
Do not allow the vehicle to move in
reverse on an upslope while the
selector lever is in forward drive, or
move forward on a downslope while
the selector lever is in reverse drive.
Otherwise, the engine could stop,
making the steering wheel difficult to
control, which could result in an
accident.
CAUTION
 When visually checking at the rear of
the vehicle while reversing the
vehicle, your body twists around to
the rear. Be careful and make sure
that the brake pedal can be firmly
depressed.
 Completely stop the vehicle before
shifting the select or lever to the P
position. If the selector lever is
shifted to P position before the
vehicle is completely stopped,
unnecessary force will be applied to
the transmission which could cause
damage.
Driving
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On roads with high driving resistance
such as deep-snowy or sandy roads,
or on steep slopes, a high load is
applied to the transmission, causing
excessive heat generation. Under
these driving conditions, pay
attention to the following points.
 Stop and hold the vehicle on a
steep slope with the brake pedal,
not the accelerator pedal. Do not
use the accelerator pedal to
prevent the vehicle from rolling.
 Avoid using the accelerator pedal
and the brake pedal at the same
time.
 Start driving the vehicle in the D or
R position according to the
direction of travel (avoid starting in
manual mode).
If you do not follow the above
precautions, the transmission may
overheat. If a message, such as
transmission cooling, is displayed, it
is necessary to temporarily stop the
vehicle to cool the transmission.How to Use the Selector Lever
Operating the Selector Lever
1. Start the hybrid system.
2. Operate the selector lever.
Selector lever
operation Operation condition
Shift from P
position to R position Depress the brake pedal and
press the selector lever button
to operate.
Shift from R
position to N position
Shift the lever without pressing
the selector lever button.
Shift from N
position to D
position
Shift from D
position to N position
Shift from N
position to R position Press the selector lever button
to shift the lever.
Shift from R
position to P
position
Driving
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