battery MAZDA CX90 2024 Repair Manual

If the brake system warning light and
the ABS warning light
turn on at
the same time, stop the vehicle in a
safe place immediately and contact an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
The rear wheels could lock more
quickly in an emergency stop than
under normal circ umstances which
could result in an accident.
CAUTION
 In addition, the effectiveness of the
braking may diminish so you may
need to depress the brake pedal
more strongly than normal to stop
the vehicle.
 The brake warning light may turn on
when the hybrid system is started. In
this case, park the vehicle in a safe
location and release the brake pedal.
If the brake warning light remains
illuminated, have the vehicle
inspected by an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
Lead-Acid Battery
Charging System Warning Light
The light turns on if the charging
system has a problem.
Park the vehicle in a safe place
immediately and contact an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
WARNING
Do not continue driving with the
charging system warning light turned
on:
Otherwise, the hybrid system may
stop, which could result in an accident.
What to Do in Case of Emergency
Warning/Indicator Light Turns On
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Hybrid System WarningLight
The light turns on if the hybrid system
has a problem or a short circuit.
Have your vehicle inspected by an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
WARNING
Do not open the hood.
If you touch something in the engine
compartment, it could lead to an
electrical shock resulting in an
accident.
CAUTION
If it turns on while driving, stopping
the hybrid system will prevent the
hybrid system from starting again.
Remaining High VoltageBattery Power Warning Light
The light turns on/flashes when the
remaining charge of the high voltage
battery is low.
In addition, when the light turns on/
flashes, a warning sound is activated.
Charge the battery as soon as possible.
What to Do in Case of Emergency
Warning/Indicator Light Turns On
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Charging System WarningLight
The light turns on if the charging
system has a problem.
Have your vehicle inspected by an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible. Otherwise, the charging
system may not charge the battery.
Output RestrictionWarning Light
The light turns on/flashes under the
following conditions. The vehicle
speed may not increase even if the
accelerator pedal is depressed
High voltage battery level is low
If necessary, park the vehicle in a safe
place until the output restriction
warning light turns off.
WARNING
When the output restriction warning
light turns on or flashes, check the
safety of the surroundings:
The motor output decreases and the
vehicle speed decreases, which could
lead to an accident. If the vehicle
cannot be driven safety, stop the
vehicle in a safe place.
What to Do in Case of Emergency
Warning/Indicator Light Turns On
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Check Engine WarningLight
WARNING
Do not disconnect the lead-acid
battery cables when the check engine
warning light is turned on/flashing.
The engine may be damaged when
reconnecting the lead-acid battery
cables, which could result in a fire.
The light turns on if the engine has a
problem while it is running.
Park the vehicle in a safe place
immediately and contact an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
If any of the following problems occur,
the check engine warning light turns
on.
There is a problem with the hybrid
system
There is a problem with the emission
control system
There is a problem with the
transmission control system
The fuel tank level being very low or
approaching empty.
The fuel-filler cap is missing or not
tightened securely
If the check engine warning light
remains turned-on/flashing, do not
drive at high speed and have the
vehicle inspected by an Authorized
Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
Automatic Transmission Warning Light
The light turns on if the system has a
problem.
Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
CAUTION
Do not drive the vehicle with the
automatic transmission warning light
turned on. If the vehicle continues to
be driven while the automatic
transmission warning light is turned on,
the transmission could be damaged.
Have your vehicle inspected by an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible.
What to Do in Case of Emergency
Warning/Indicator Light Turns On
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Door-ajar Warning Light/Liftgate-open Warning Light/Hood-open
Warning Light
The light turns on if any door/liftgate/
hood is not closed securely.
Close the door/liftgate/hood securely.
KEY Indicator Light(Green) (Flashing)
The light flashes if the battery power of
the key is low when the vehicle power
is switched from ON to OFF.
Replace the key battery.
What to Do in Case of Emergency
Warning/Indicator Light Turns On
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Lights-On Reminder
If the vehicle power is switched OFF
with the exterior lights turned on and
the driver’s door is opened, a sound is
activated.
Operate the headlight switch to turn
off the exterior lights.
NOTE
A personalized function is available to
change the sound volume for the
lights-on reminder.
Refer to the Settings section in the
Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.
Ve h i c l e Po we r N o t
Switched OFF Reminder Warning Sound
If the driver's door is opened with the
vehicle power switched to ACC, a
beep will be heard continuously in the
cabin to notify the driver that the
vehicle power has not been switched
OFF (STOP). Under this condition, the
keyless entry system will not operate,
the vehicle cannot be locked, and the
lead-acid battery voltage will be
depleted.
Switch the vehicle power OFF.
What to Do in Case of Emergency
Warning Sound is Activated
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Door-Ajar WarningSound
A warning sound is activated if the
vehicle is driven with any door or
liftgate ajar. Drive the vehicle after
closing the doors and liftgate.
Battery Saving ModeWarning Sound
A warning sound is activated when the
vehicle goes into Battery Saving Mode.
To charge the lead-acid battery, start
the hybrid system and operate it for 5
minutes or longer.
What to Do in Case of Emergency
Warning Sound is Activated
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9Inspection and Servicing/Cleaning
Inspection and Servicing............ 9-2Inspection and Servicing.........9-2
Scheduled Maintenance............ 9-4 Scheduled Maintenance......... 9-4
Daily Inspection........................9-7 Daily Inspection.....................9-7
Warnings and Cautions for Daily
Inspection............................. 9-8
Engine Compartment
Inspection................................ 9-9 Checking the Inspection
Locations and Inspection
Items.................................... 9-9
Inspecting Engine Oil........... 9-13
Inspecting the Coolant......... 9-14
Inspecting the Brake Fluid..... 9-16
Replenishing Windshield Washer
Fluid................................... 9-17
Inspecting Lead-acid
Battery................................ 9-18
Replacing the Fuses.............. 9-21
Inspecting Body
Lubrication.......................... 9-22
Vehicle Exterior Inspection....... 9-23 Checking the Inspection
Locations and Inspection
Items.................................. 9-23
Replacing Windshield Wiper
Blade Rubbers..................... 9-23
Inspecting the Tires.............. 9-27Rotating the Tires................. 9-28
Replacing a Tire or a
Wheel................................. 9-29
Replacing Light Bulbs........... 9-30
Vehicle Interior Inspection....... 9-31 Checking the Inspection
Locations and Inspection
Items.................................. 9-31
Air Conditioner
Maintenance....................... 9-32
Key Inspection........................ 9-33 Warnings and Cautions about Key
Battery Replacement............ 9-33
Replacing the Key Battery..... 9-33
Exterior Maintenance.............. 9-35 Exterior Maintenance........... 9-35
Wheel Maintenance.............9-36
Interior Maintenance............... 9-37 Interior Maintenance........... 9-37
Instrument Panel Top (Soft pad)
Maintenance....................... 9-37
Upholstery and Synthetic Leather
Maintenance....................... 9-38
Leather Upholstery
Maintenance....................... 9-38
Maintenance of the Dust-proof
Sheet of the Active Driving
Display................................9-39
Seat Belt Maintenance......... 9-40
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Checking the Inspection Locations and InspectionItems
1. Lead-acid battery
2. Engine oil
3. Brake fluid
4. Coolant
5. Windshield washer fluid

Opening the engine cover
1. Open the hood (page 4-27).
2.
Inspection and Servicing/Cleaning
Engine Compartment Inspection
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Replenish the washer fluid on a flat
surface. If the vehicle is tilted, washerfluid may not fill sufficiently.
Add washer fluid under any of the
following conditions.
The top of the fluid level is low.The Low Washer Fluid Level Warning
Indication/Warning Light (if
equipped) turns on.
The top of the fluid level is lower
than L (if equipped).

Use plain water if washer fluid is
unavailable.
But use only washer fluid in cold
weather to prevent it from freezing.
Inspecting Lead-acid
Battery
WARNING
Read the following
precautions carefully before using the
lead-acid battery or inspecting to
ensure safe and correct handling.
Always wear eye
protection when working near the
lead-acid battery.
Working without eye protection is
dangerous. Lead-acid battery fluid
contains SULFURIC ACID which could
cause blindness if splashed into your
eyes. Also, hydrogen gas produced
during normal lead-acid battery
operation, could ignite and cause the
lead-acid battery to explode.
Wear eye protection
and protective gloves to prevent
contact with lead-acid battery fluid.
Spilled lead-acid battery fluid is
dangerous.
Lead-acid battery fluid contains
SULFURIC ACID which could cause
serious injuries if it gets in eyes, or on
the skin or clothing. If this happens,
immediately flush your eyes with water
for 15 minutes or wash your skin
thoroughly and get medical attention.
Inspection and Servicing/Cleaning
Engine Compartment Inspection
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