ABS MAZDA MODEL 3 4-DOOR 2018 Owner's Manual

SignalWarning
Power Steering Mal-
function Indicator Light The light illuminates/flashes if the electric power steering ha
s a malfunction.
If the light illuminates/flashes, stop the vehicle in a safe pl ace and do not operate the
steering wheel. There is no problem if the light turns off afte r a while. Contact an Au-
thorized Mazda Dealer if the lig ht illuminates/flashes continuously.
NOTE
If the indicator light illuminates/flashes, the power steering will not operate normal-
ly. In this happens, the st eering wheel can still be oper ated, however, the operation
may feel heavy compar ed to normal, or the steering wheel could vibrate when turn-
ing.
Repeatedly jerking the steering wheel left and right while the vehicle is stopped or
moving extremely slowly will cause the power steering system to go into protective
mode which will make the steering feel heavy, but this does not indicate a problem. If
this occurs, park the vehicle safely and wait several minutes for the system to return
to normal.
▼ Contact Authorized Mazda Deal
er and Have Vehicle Inspected
If any of the following warning lights o r the indicator light turns on/flashes, the system may
have a malfunction. Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have your vehicle inspected.
SignalWarning
ABS Warning LightIf the ABS warning light stays on while you're driving, the ABS
control unit has detected
a system malfunction. If this occurs, your brakes will function normally as if the vehicle
had no ABS.
Should this happen, consult an A uthorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
NOTE
When the engine is jump-started to charge the battery, uneven rpm occurs and the ABS
warning light may illuminate. If this occurs, it is the result of the weak battery and does
not indicate an ABS malfunction.
The brake assist system does not operate while the ABS warning light is illuminated.
Master Warning
Light
(Vehicles with type B audio)
The light turns on when the system has a malfunction.
Operate the center display and verify the content.
Refer to If a Warning Light Turns On or Flashes on page 7-25.
(Vehicles without type B audio)
The light illuminates continuously if any one of the following occurs. Consult an Au-
thorized Mazda Dealer.
There is a malfunction in the battery management system.There is a malfunction in the brake switch.
Electric Parking
Brake (EPB) Warn-
ing Light
*
The warning light illuminates when the system has a malfunction . Have your vehicle in-
spected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
7-28*Some models.
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Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Accessories
Non-genuine parts and accessories for Mazda vehicles can be found in stores.
These may fit your vehicle, but they are not approved by Mazda for use with Mazda
vehicles. When you install non-genuine parts or accessories, th ey could affect your vehicle's
performance or safety systems; th e Mazda warranty doesn't cover this. Before you install
any non-genuine parts or accessories, consult an Authorized Maz da Dealer.
WA R N I N G
Always consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer before you install non-genuine parts or
accessories:
Improperly designed parts or accessories could seriously affect your vehicle's performance or
safety systems. This could cause you to have an accident or increase your chances of injuries
in an accident.
Be very careful in choosing and installing add-on electrical equipment, such as mobile
telephones, two-way radios, stereo systems, and car alarm systems:
Incorrectly choosing or installing improper add-on equipment or choosing an improper
installer is dangerous. Essential systems could be damaged, causing engine stalling, air-bag
(SRS) activation, ABS/TCS/DSC inactivation, or a fire in the vehicle.
Mazda assumes no responsibility for death, injury, or expenses that may result from the
installation of add-on non-genuine parts or accessories.
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
Wa r r an t y
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Ve h i c l e L o a d i n g
WA R N I N G
Do not tow a trailer with this vehicle:
Towing a trailer with this vehicle is dangerous because it has not been designed to tow a
trailer and doing so will affect the drive system which could result in vehicle damage.
This section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle, to keep your loaded
vehicle weight within its desi gn rating capability. Properly lo ading your vehicle will provide
maximum return of vehicle design performance. Before loading yo ur vehicle, familiarize
yourself with the following terms for determining your vehicle' s weight ratings, from the
vehicle's Safety Certification La bel and Tire and Load Information Label:
WA R N I N G
Overloaded Vehicle:
Overloading a vehicle is danger ous. The results of overloading can have serious consequences
in terms of passenger safety. Too much weight on a vehicle's suspension system can cause
spring or shock absorber failure, brake failure, handling or steering problems, irregular tire
wear, tire failure or other damage.
Overloading makes a vehicle harder to drive and control. It also increases the distance
required for stopping. In cases of serious overloading, brakes can fail completely, particularly
on steep grades. The load a tire will carry safely is a combination of the size of the tire, its load
range, and corresponding inflation pressure.
Never overload the vehicle and always observe th e vehicle's weight ratings from the vehicle's
Safety Certification and Tire and Load Information labels.
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
Tire Information (U.S.A.)
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Index
A
Accessory Socket............................ 5-132
Active Driving Display..................... 4-20
Adaptive Front Lighting System
(AFS)................................................. 4-80
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and
Accessories........................................ 8-19
Advanced Key
Advanced keyless entry system..... 3-9
Operational range........................ 3-10
Advanced Key removed from vehicle
warning beep..................................... 7-39
Air Bag Systems............................... 2-44
Air Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner
System Warning Beep....................... 7-38
Ambient Temperature Display.......... 4-17
Antilock Brake System (ABS).......... 4-66
Audio Control Switch
Adjusting the Volume.................. 5-53
Mute switch................................. 5-54
Seek Switch................................. 5-53
Audio System.................................... 5-16 Antenna........................................5-16
Audio Control Switch................. 5-53
Audio set [Type A (non-
touchscreen)]............................... 5-26
Audio set [Type B
(touchscreen)].............................. 5-32
AUX/USB mode..........................5-54
Operating Tips for Audio
System......................................... 5-17
Satellite Radio........ ..................... 5-44
Automatic Transaxle......................... 4-32 Active Adaptive Shift (AAS)...... 4-34
Automatic transaxle controls....... 4-32
Direct mode................................. 4-41
Driving tips..................................4-42
Manual shift mode.......................4-35
Shift-lock system......................... 4-33
Transaxle ranges.......................... 4-33
B
Battery............................................... 6-33
Maintenance.................................6-35
Replacement................................ 6-35
Specifications.................................9-4
Battery runs out.................................7-16 Jump-Starting...............................7-16
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM).......... 4-84
Canceling operation of Blind Spot
Monitoring (BSM).......................4-89
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) Warning
Beep...................................................7-41
Bluetooth®........................................ 5-69 Bluetooth® audio (Type A)....... 5-111
Bluetooth® audio (Type B)....... 5-114
Bluetooth® Hands-Free (Type
A)................................................. 5-94
Bluetooth® Hands-Free (Type
B)............................................... 5-101
Troubleshooting........... .............. 5-125
Body Lubrication.............................. 6-28
Bottle Holder................................... 5-135
Brakes Brakes assist................................ 4-64
Electric parking brake (EPB)...... 4-61
Foot brake....................................4-60
Pad wear indicator....................... 4-63
Parking brake...............................4-61
Warning light............................... 4-63
Break-In Period................................. 3-45
C
Capacities............................................ 9-5
Carbon Monoxide......... .................... 3-27
Cell Phones....................................... 8-20
Center Console................................ 5-136
Child Restraint Categories of child-restraint
systems.........................................2-25
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