MAZDA CX90 2024 Owners Manual

Air ConditionerMaintenance
Before Using the Air Conditioner
Lack of refrigerant may make the air
conditioner less efficient.
The refrigerant specifications are
indicated on a label attached to the
inside of the engine compartment. If
the wrong type of refrigerant is used, it
could result in a serious malfunction of
the air conditioner. Consult a
professional, government certified
repairer for the inspection or repair
because a special device is required for
the air conditioner maintenance.
For details, consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
Air filter
An air filter with pollen and dust
collecting function is equipped. To
ensure safe and comfortable use of the
air conditioner, have the air filter
replaced periodically.
For details, consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
NOTE
If the airflow of the climate control
system significantly decreases, the airfilter may be clogged. Replace the air
filter.
If the vehicle is driven in areas with
large amounts of dust and heavytraffic such as in large cities and cold
regions, the air filter may need to be
replaced more frequently.
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Warnings and Cautionsabout Key BatteryReplacement
CAUTION
Make sure the battery is installed
correctly. Battery leakage could occur
if it is not installed correctly.
 When replacing the battery, be
careful not to touch any of the
internal circuitry and electrical
terminals, bend the electrical
terminals, or get dirt in the
transmitter as the transmitter could
be damaged.
 There is the danger of explosion if
the battery is not correctly replaced.
 Dispose of used batteries according
to the following instructions.
 Insulate the plus and minus
terminals of the battery using
cellophane or equivalent tape.
 Never disassemble.
 Never throw the battery into fire or
water.
 Never deform or crush.
 Replace only with the same type
battery (CR2032 or equivalent).
Replacing the Key Battery
Replace with a new battery before the
key becomes unusable.
The following conditions indicate that
the battery power is low:
The KEY indicator light (green)
flashes in the instrument cluster.
The system does not operate and the
operation indicator light on the
transmitter does not flash when the
buttons are pressed.
The system's operational range is
reduced.
Incorrect battery replacement
operation may damage the key.
Replacing the battery at an Authorized
Mazda Dealer is recommended.
If replacing the battery by yourself,
heed the following instructions.
1. Remove the lower cover while pressing the knob in the direction
of the arrow.
2. Press in the tab to unlock the uppercover.
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3. Insert a tape-wrapped flatheadscrewdriver into the gap and slide
it.
4. Twist the flathead screwdriver andremove the upper cover.
5. Remove the cap using thetape-wrapped flathead screwdriver.
6. Remove the battery using the
tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver.
7. Insert a new battery into the key sothat the positive pole is facing up.
8. Install the cap.
9. Install the upper cover.
10.Attach the lower cover so that itstabs are inserted into the slots of
the key.
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Exterior Maintenance
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.
CAUTION
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.
Refer to the Replacing Windshield
Wiper Blade Rubbers section (page
9-23) for the procedure on how to
move the windshield wiper blades to
the service position.
 When the vehicle power is switched
ON and the wiper lever is in the
AUTO position, the windshield
wipers may operate automatically in
the following cases:
The area of the windshield above the
rain sensor is touched or wiped with
a cloth.
The windshield or the rain sensor
area in the cabin is hit.
When the vehicle power is switched
ON and the wiper lever is in the
AUTO position, do not touch the
windshield or the windshield wipers
Otherwise, the windshield wipers
will operate automatically which
could catch your fingers or damage
the windshield wipers.
When removing ice or snow, or
cleaning the windshield, always
make sure the wiper lever is in the
OFF position.
 Do not spray water in the engine
compartment. Otherwise, it could
result in engine-starting problems or
damage to electrical parts.
 When washing and waxing the
vehicle, be careful not to apply
excessive force to any single area of
the vehicle roof. Otherwise, you
could dent the vehicle.
 Make sure that the fuel-filler lid is
closed and lock the doors.
Otherwise, the fuel-filler lid may be
forcefully opened by water pressure
causing damage to the vehicle or
fuel-filler lid.
 (Vehicles with hands-free liftgate)
When washing or waxing the vehicle,
turn off the hands-free liftgate using
the Mazda Connect or do not bring
the transmitter into the area around
the liftgate. Otherwise, the liftgate
could open unexpectedly resulting in
an accident. Refer to Power Liftgate
section (page 4-21).
 Do not use steel wool, abrasive
cleaners, or strong detergents
containing highly alkaline or caustic
agents on chrome-plated or
anodized aluminum parts. This may
damage the protective coating; also,
cleaners and detergents may discolor
or deteriorate the paint.
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If organic solvents such as gasoline,
oil, engine coolant, or battery fluid,
get on the exterior, wipe it off
immediately.
 Do not use wax containing
compounds, organic solvents such as
gasoline or benzen e, alcohols, acidic
or alkaline detergents, or bleach for
cleaning.Wheel Maintenance
CAUTION
 If there is seawater or anti-freezing
agent on the wheels, wash it
off with
water as soon as possible.
 Do not use any detergent other than
mild detergent. Before using any
detergent, verify the ingredients.
Otherwise, the product could
discolor or stain the aluminum
wheels.
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Interior Maintenance
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
fire.
CAUTION
Do not use polishing agents.
Depending on the product
ingredients, they could cause
discoloration, stains, cracks or
peeling of the coating.
 Do not scrape or scratch the inside
of the window glass. It could
damage the thermal filaments and
the antenna lines.
 When washing the inside of the
window glass, use a soft cloth
dampened in lukewarm water, gently
wiping the thermal filaments and the
antenna lines.
Use of glass cleaning products could
damage the thermal filaments and
the antenna lines.
 If liquid such as fragrance is spilled
on the interior, wipe it off
immediately.
 Do not use wax containing
compounds, organic solvents such as
gasoline or benzene, alcohols, acidic
or alkaline solvents, or bleach for
cleaning.
 Do not try to rub
off the shiny surface
panels and the metallic parts with a
dry cloth. Otherwise, it may cause
scratches.
Instrument Panel Top
(Soft pad) Maintenance
Dashboard maintenance for areas
requiring further cleaning.
1. Wipe the soiled area with a soft cloth soaked in a mild detergent
diluted with water.
2. Wipe off any detergent and water remaining on the surface using a
cloth soaked in water and wrung
out well.
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Upholstery and SyntheticLeather Maintenance
Fabric
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.
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.
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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 coloring. If the cabin
temperature becomes hot, the vinyl
may deteriorate and adhere to the
genuine leather.
Maintenance of the
Dust-proof Sheet of the Active Driving Display
CAUTION
Do not use detergent to clean the
dust-proof sheet. In addition, if a
chemical agent gets on the dust-proof
sheet, wipe it off immediately.
Otherwise, the coating may be
damaged.
1. Wipe with a fine, soft cloth such as those used for cleaning eyeglasses.
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Seat Belt Maintenance
WARNING
If a seat belt appears frayed or has
abrasions, have it replaced by an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
If a seat belt 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.
Do not disassemble, modify, or
replace a seat belt.
If a seat belt is used under such a
condition, it cannot function at its full
capacity which could result in serious
injury or death.
Always have your vehicle inspected by
an Authorized Mazda Dealer if the
vehicle has been involved in an
accident.
Seat belts with the pretensioner system
and the seat belts with the load-limiter
system cannot be reused once they
have operated (deployed).
If a seat belt is used under such a
condition, it cannot function at its full
capacity which could result in serious
injury or death.
Always consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer when scrapping the vehicle.
If the pretensioner system operates
(deploys) unexpectedly, it could result
in serious injury or death.
Do not repair the pretensioner system
parts or wiring harnesses and do not
attempt diagnose the pretensioner
system circuits using an electrical
tester or similar device.
Otherwise, they may not function
normally or they may operate
incorrectly, which could result in
serious injury or death.

Check periodically that the seat belt
systems work properly and are not
damaged.

1. Lightly tap with a mild detergent toremove dirt.
2. Wipe with a thoroughly wrung cloth.
3. Allow to dry.
4. Make sure that the seat belt locks
when it is pulled rapidly. If it is still
not retracting properly, have it
inspected at an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
NOTE
Clean seat belts diligently if they get
dirty. Leaving them uncleaned will
make it difficult to clean them later,
and it may affect the smooth retracting
of the seat belt.
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10
Specifications/Customer Information
and Reporting Safety Defects
Customer Assistance (U.S.A.) ...........
............................................ 10-4 Customer Assistance............ 10-4
STEP 1: Contact Your Mazda
Dealer.................................10-4
STEP 2: Contact Mazda North
American Operations........... 10-5
STEP 3: Contact Better Business
Bureau (BBB)....................... 10-6
California Customers........... 10-7
Customer Assistance
(Canada)................................10-9 Satisfaction Review
Process............................... 10-9
STEP 1: Contact the Mazda
Dealer.................................10-9
STEP 2: Contact the Mazda
Regional Office.................. 10-10
STEP 3: Contact the Mazda
Customer Relations
Department...................... 10-10
Mediation/Arbitration
Program............................ 10-11
Canadian Motor Vehicle
Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP)..........
........................................ 10-11
Regional Offices.................10-12
Customer Assistance (Puerto
Rico)................................... 10-13 Customer Assistance.......... 10-13
STEP 1............................... 10-13
STEP 2............................... 10-14Customer Assistance (Mexico) .........
.......................................... 10-15Customer Assistance.......... 10-15
Contact Your Mazda
Dealer...............................10-15
Mazda Importer/Distributors ..........
.......................................... 10-17 U.S.A................................ 10-17
CANADA.......................... 10-17
PUERTO RICO/U.S. Virgin
Island................................10-18
MEXICO............................10-18
GUAM.............................. 10-19
SAIPAN............................. 10-19
AMERICAN SAMOA...........10-20
Reporting Safety Defects........ 10-21 Reporting Safety Defects
(U.S.A.)............................. 10-21
Reporting Safety Defects
(Canada)...........................10-22
Warranty..............................10-23 Warranties for Your Mazda ..........
........................................ 10-23
Outside the United States/
Canada............................. 10-23
Registering Your Vehicle in A
Foreign Country (Except United
States and Canada)............ 10-24
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and
Accessories........................10-25
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