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These lines are not displayed when the vehicle's wheels are in the straight-ahead
position.
c) Distance guide lines (red) These lines indicate the approximate distance to a point measured from the
vehicle's rear (from the end of the bumper).
The blue line indicates the point about 0.5 m (19 in) from the rear bumper.
The red and yellow lines, which change position after you turn the steering wheel,
indicate the points about 0.5 m (19 in) for the red line and 1.0 m (39 in) and 2.0
m (78 in) for the yellow lines from the rear bumper (at the center point of each of
the lines).
A degree of error occurs when the wheels are not in the straight-ahead position.
In the above illustration, the right side of the vehicle is in a position closer to the
actual distance displayed by the distance guide lines (red: about 0.5 m (19 in)
point, yellow: about 1.0 m (39 in), and yellow: about 2.0 m (78 in) point behind
the rear bumper), whereas the left side is in a position farther away.
CAUTION
The indicated position of the guide lines on the display changes depending on the
vehicle conditions (such as the number of occupants/cargo load) and the road
conditions (such as a steep gradient to the rear of the vehicle).
Always check the area to the vehicle's rear and the surrounding area directly with
your eyes while backing up.
Fixed assist lines display type
Guide lines which indicate the width of the vehicle are displayed on the screen as a
reference to the approximate width of the vehicle in comparison to the width of the
parking space you are about to back into.
Use this display view for parking your vehicle in a parking space or garage.
a) Vehicle width guide lines
Guide lines serve as a reference to the approximate width of the vehicle.
b) Distance guide lines These guide lines indicate the approximate distance to a point measured from the
vehicle's rear (from the end of the bumper).
The red line indicates the point about 0.5 m (19 in) from the rear bumper.
When Driving
Rear View Monitor
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The yellow lines indicate the points about 1.0 m (39 in) and 2.0 m (78 in) from
the rear bumper.
CAUTION
The guide lines on the screen are fixed li nes. They are not synced to the driver's
turning of the steering wheel. Always be careful and check the area to the vehicle's
rear and the surrounding area directly with your eyes while backing up.
▼ Rear View Monitor Operation
The operation of the rear view monitor when reversing the vehicle varies depending
on the traffic, road, and vehicle conditions. The amount of steering and the timing
also varies depending on conditions, so confirm the surrounding conditions directly
with your eyes and steer the vehicle in accordance with the conditions.
Be well aware of the above cautions prior to using the rear view monitor.
Predicted vehicle path assist lines display type
NOTE
The following shows an example of vehicle parking in which the steering wheel is
turned to the right when backing up the vehicle. The operation is reversed when
backing up the vehicle from the opposite direction.
1. Shift the shift lever (manual transmission) or the selector lever (automatic
transmission) to reverse (R) position to switch the display to the rear view
monitor display.
When Driving
Rear View Monitor
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2. Before backing the vehicle into the parking space, turn the steering wheel whilereferring to the projected vehicle path display so that the vehicle enters the
center of the parking space.
1. (Display condition)
2. (Vehicle condition)
When Driving
Rear View Monitor
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3. After your vehicle begins entering the parking space, continue backing up slowlyso that the distance between the vehicle width lines and the sides of the parking
space on the left and right are roughly equal.
1. (Display condition)
2. (Vehicle condition)
4. Continue to adjust the steering wheel until the vehicle width guide lines are parallel to the left and right sides of the parking space.
When Driving
Rear View Monitor
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3. After your vehicle begins entering the parking space, continue backing up slowly
so that the distance between the vehicle width lines and the sides of the parking
space on the left and right are roughly equal.
1. (Display condition)
2. (Vehicle condition)
4. Continue to adjust the steering wheel until the vehicle width guide lines are parallel to the left and right sides of the parking space.
When Driving
Rear View Monitor
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Fully Automatic Type
▼Fully Automatic Type
Climate control system information is displayed on the display.
1. Driver temperature control dial
2. AUTO switch
3. Temperature setting display (driver’s side)
4. Air intake display
5. Airflow display
6. Mode selector display
7. Temperature setting display (passenger’s side)
8. SYNC (synchronized temperature) switch
9. Passenger temperature control dial
10.A/C switch
11.Rear window defogger switch
12.Mode selector switch
13.Fan control switch
14.Air intake selector switch
15.Windshield defroster switch
16.Power switch
▼Control Switches
AUTO switch
By pressing the AUTO switch the
following functions will be
automatically controlled in accordance
with the selected set temperature:
Airflow temperatureAmount of airflowSelection of airflow modeOutside/Recirculated air selectionAir conditioner operation
Seat warmer level selection*
Heated steering wheel operation*
NOTE
AUTO switch indicator light
When the AUTO switch indicator
light is on, it indicates auto
operation, and the system will
function automatically.
If any of the following switches are
operated while in auto control, the
AUTO switch indicator turns off.
Interior Features
Climate Control System
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No. MenuExplanation
(6) Settings You can change the settings for the Mazda Connect screen, sound set-
tings, and the vehicle functions.

In-Vehicle Displays:
Configures settings and content for all in-vehicle displays.
Sound Settings:
Configures
the in-vehicle listening experience.
Safety Settings:
Configures safety and driver assistance features.
Ve h i c l e S e t t i n g s :
Configures vehicle convenience features.
Connectivity Settings:
Configures Bluetooth and other device connectivity settings.
System Settings:
Configures language, time, and other general settings.
(7) Apple CarPlay You can use Apple CarPlay™ by connecting an iPhone
® compatible with
Apple CarPlay™ to the USB slot.
(8) Android Auto You can use Android Auto™ by connecting an Android™ Smartphone
compatible with Android Auto™ to the USB port.
WARNING
Always adjust Mazda Connect while the vehicle is stopped:
Do not adjust Mazda Connect with th
e Commander switch while driving the
vehicle. Adjusting Mazda Connect with the Commander switch while driving the
vehicle is dangerous as it could distract your attention from the vehicle operation
which could lead to a serious accident.
Even if the audio remote control switches are equipped on the steering wheel, learn
to use the switches without looking down at them so that you can keep your
maximum attention on the road while driving the vehicle.
Do not allow the connection plug cord to get tangled with the shift lever (manual
transmission)/selector leve r (automatic transmission):
Allowing the plug cord to become tangled with the shift lever (manual
transmission)/selector lever (automatic transmission) is dangerous as it could
interfere with driving, resulting in an accident.
Interior Features
Mazda Connect
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▼Audio Remote Control Switch Operation
The audio remote control switch is on the left side of the steering wheel. You can
operate basic audio functions, pick up/h
ang up the phone, or activate voice
control using the switch.
The shape of the switches may differ depending on the
specifications.

No. Item Explanation
1
Volume adjustment button:
Press the (+) or (-) button to adjust the volume.
If you adjust the volume during voice guidance, the volume of the
voice guidance will change.
If you adjust the volume during a hands-free call, the conversation vol-
ume will change.
2
(SEEK UP) Seek Switch:Selecting a radio station
Radio stations saved to your Favorites can be selected by pressing the
seek switch while listening to FM/AM radio. The station will change to
the previous or next favorite station each time you press the seek
switch. If you want to manually tune to the next available station be-
fore or after the currently selected station, press and hold the seek
switch until it beeps and the tuner will select the next available station.

Playback Control
Music and video files can be cued when listening to stored content via
USB, Bluetooth
®, and SiriusXM®*, audio, or video.
Slide the volume knob right to skip to the next track or slide it to the
left to go back to the previous track. You can also slide and hold the
volume knob to fast forward or rewind the track.
(SEEK DOWN)
Interior Features
Mazda Connect
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Maintenance ItemNumber of times, maintenance was performed.
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Vacuum brake booster and hose II II
Exhaust system and heat shields II
Brake lines, hoses and connections II II
Brake and clutch fluid level IIIIIIII
Disc brakes IIIIIIII
Steering operation and linkages II II
Front and rear suspension, ball joints and
wheel bearing axial play IIII
Driveshaft dust boot II II
Bolts and nuts on chassis and body TTT T
Cabin air filter Replace every 48,000 km (30,000 miles) or 24 months.
Tire rotation Rotate every 16,000 km (10,000 miles).
Tire inflation pressure and tire wear
*4IIIIIIII
Emergency flat tire repair kit (if equipped)
*5Inspect annually.
Function of all lights IIIIIIII
Chart symbols:
I: Inspect: Inspect and clean, repair, adjust, fill up, or replace if necessary.
R: Replace
T: Tighten
Remarks:
*1 Reset the engine oil data whenever replacing the engine oil regardless of the message/wrench indicator light display.
*2 According to state/provincial and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on these itemswill not void your emissions warranties. However, Mazda recommends that all maintenance services
be performed at the recommended time or mileage/kilometer period to ensure long-term reliability.
*3 Use of FL-22 is recommended when replacing coolant. Using coolant other than FL-22 may causeserious damage to the engine and cooling system.
*4 Inspect a spare tire if equipped.*5Check the tire repair fluid expiration date every year when performing the periodic maintenance.
Replace the tire repair fluid bottle with new one before the expiration date.
Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
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Maintenance IntervalNumber of months or kilometers
(miles), whichever comes first.
Months 6 1218243036424854606672
×1000 km 8 1624324048566472808896
×1000 miles 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60
Spark plugs SKYACTIV-G
2.5T
Replace every 64,000 km (40,000 miles).
Except SKY-
ACTIV-G
2.5T Replace every 120,000 km (75,000 miles).
Air filter Replace every 56,000 km (35,000 miles) or 36 months.
Drive belts
*3II
Engine coolant level IIIIIIIIIIII
Engine coolant
*4Replace at first 192,000 km (120,000 miles) or 120
months; after that, every 96,000 km (60,000 miles) or
60 months.
Fuel lines & hoses
*5III
Hoses and tubes for emission
*5I
Brake lines, hoses and connections III
Vacuum brake booster and hose IIIIII
Disc brakes IIIIII
Tire rotation Rotate every 8,000 km (5,000 miles).
Tire inflation pressure and tire wear
*6IIIIIIIIIIII
Steering operation and linkages III
Front and rear suspension, ball joints and
wheel bearing axial play III
Body condition inspection for rust, corro-
sion and perforation IIIIII
Driveshaft dust boot III
Bolts and nuts on chassis and body TTT
Exhaust system and heat shields I
Emergency flat tire repair kit (if equipped)
*7Inspect annually.
C ab in a ir fi lt e r RRR
Chart symbols:
I: Inspect: Inspect and clean, repair, adjust, fill up, or replace if necessary.
R: Replace
C: Clean
L: Lubricate
Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
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