warning MAZDA MODEL 3 HATCHBACK 2012 Owners Manual (in English)

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Safety Certification
FCC ID: CB2MBLUEC09 IC:279B-
MBLUEC09
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry
Canada. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
WARNING
Changes or modifications not
expressively approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void
the user's authority to operate the
equipment.
The term “IC: ”before the radio
certification number only signifies that
Industry Canada technical specifications
were met.
The antenna used for this transmitter must
not be co-located or operating in
conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter. End-users and installers must
be provided with installation instructions
and transmitter operating conditions for
satisfying RF exposure compliance.
Mazda Bluetooth Hands-
Free Customer Service
lU.S.A.
Phone: 800-430-0153 (Toll-free)
www.MazdaUSA.com/bluetooth
lCanada
Phone: 800-430-0153 (Toll-free)
www.mazdahandsfree.ca
lMexico
Center of Attention to Client (CAC)
Phone: 01-800-01-MAZDA (Toll-free)
www.MazdaUSA.com/bluetooth
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SwitchFunction
Enter (up/down) switch Used to select a menu and change numbers. Select up or down and press enter.
Right switch/Left
switch Used to select digits when setting numbers.
Navi switch
(With navigation sys-
tem) Press to switch the system to the navigation system screen.
BACK switch Press during SETTINGS to return to the previous screen.
INFO switch Press to switch to the multi information display. Switches the setting display in the order of Trip computer
(average fuel economy/average vehicle speed) →Trip computer
(current fuel economy/distance-to-empty) →Audio display →Settings
(reset averages/maintenance/preferences). Each time the switch is pressed, the multi
information display cycles through.
q Multi Information Display Functions
Function name DetailsSee page
Clock Constant display of time. 6-101
Outside temperature
display Constant display of ambient temperature.
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Audio display Displays the audio operation status. Displayed when the INFO switch is pressed. 6-102
Trip computer Displays the average fuel economy, average vehicle speed, current fuel economy, and distance-to-empty. Displayed when the INFO switch is
pressed. 6-102
Maintenance monitor Notification of periodic inspection and tire rotation period 6-104
Warning indicator Notification of the need to take caution 6-108
Settings Used to change the multi information display settings. Displayed when the
INFO switch is pressed. 6-108
Navigation system Refer to the separate manual
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The average vehicle speed will be
calculated every 10 seconds.
To erase the displayed data, Refer to
Settings on page 6-108.
After erasing, the calculated average
vehicle speed in - - - km/h (- - - mph) is
displayed after 1 minute has elapsed.
Current fuel economy
This mode displays the current fuel
economy by calculating the amount of
fuel consumption and the distance
traveled.
The current fuel economy will be
calculated every 2 seconds.
When you've slowed to about 5 km/h (3
mph), - - - L/100 km (- - - mpg) will be
displayed.
Distance-to-empty
This mode displays the approximate
distance you can travel on the remaining
fuel based on the fuel economy.
The distance-to-empty will be calculated
every second.
NOTElEven though the distance-to-empty display
may indicate a sufficient amount of
remaining driving distance before refueling
is required, refuel as soon as possible if the
fuel gauge needle nears E or the low fuel
warning light illuminates.
lThe display will not change unless you add
more than approximately 5 L {6 US qt, 5
Imp qt} of fuel.
lWhen the ignition is switched to ACC,
“--- ”is displayed.
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3. Select the item you want to turn off(TIRE ROTATION or SERVICE DUE)
by pressing the Enter (up/down) switch
up or down, and then press the Enter
(up/down) switch.
4. Select OFF and press the Enter (up/
down) switch.
qWarning Indicator
The following warning indicators are
displayed according to necessity. Warning
indicators are displayed regardless of the
multi information display operation.
lDOOR OPENlTRUNK OPEN (including the liftgate)lTIGHTEN FUEL CAP (Displayed
when the check fuel cap warning light
illuminates in the instrument cluster.)
lCHECK TIRE PRESSURE
lRELEASE PARKING BRAKElAdvanced Keyless Entry System
related
lKEY BATTERY IS LOWlADVANCED KEY NOT FOUNDlMOVE SHIFT LEVER TO PlSTEERING WHEEL LOCK NOT
RELEASED TURN WHEEL LEFT
AND RIGHT
lDEPRESS BRAKE PEDAL TO
START ENGINE
lDEPRESS CLUTCH PEDAL TO
START ENGINE
lUSE AUXILIARY KEY
NOTE
When more than two warnings occur at the
same time, indicators are switched at each
specified time.
q Settings
The following settings can be changed:lScreen adjustment (Brightness/contrast,
screen-off)í
lBuzzer volume (Ignition key reminder,
lights-on reminder, Blind Spot
Monitoring (BSM) warning beep)
lTurn indicator soundlTemperature unitlDisplay language
NOTE
A personalized function is available to change
the distance unit.
Refer to Personalization Features on page
10-12.
The data for the trip computer average
fuel economy and the average vehicle
speed can also be changed.
To change settings
1. Press the INFO switch until the SETTINGS screen is displayed.
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2. Select PREFERENCES by pressing theEnter (up/down) switch up or down,
and then press the Enter (up/down)
switch.
3. Select the setting item you want to change by pressing the Enter (up/
down) switch up or down, and then
press the Enter (up/down) switch.
4. Select the desired setting by pressing the Enter (up/down) switch up or
down, and then press the Enter (up/
down) switch.
NOTE
The buzzer volume for both the ignition key
reminder and the lights-on reminder is
changed simultaneously. If you prefer separate
buzzer volume settings, consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer. If separate buzzer volume
settings have been done at an Authorized
Mazda Dealer, you will be unable to change
the settings.
Resetting the data for the trip computer
average fuel economy and the average
vehicle speed
1. Press the INFO switch until the SETTINGS screen is displayed.
2. Select RESET AVERAGES and press the Enter (up/down) switch.
3. Select FUEL ECONOMY or SPEED, and press the Enter (up/down) switch.
Cup Holder
WARNING
Never use a cup holder to hold hot
liquids while the vehicle is moving:
Using a cup holder to hold hot liquids
while the vehicle is moving is
dangerous. If the contents spill, you
could be scalded.
CAUTION
To reduce the possibility of injury in
an accident or a sudden stop, keep
the cup holders closed when they are
not in use, or when using them for
storage.
qFront
To use, open the cover.
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Storage Compartments
WARNING
Keep storage boxes closed when
driving:Driving with the storage boxes open
is dangerous. To reduce the
possibility of injury in an accident or
a sudden stop, keep the storage
boxes closed when driving.
CAUTION
Do not leave lighters or eyeglasses in
the storage boxes while parked under
the sun. A lighter could explode or
the plastic material in eyeglasses
could deform and crack from high
temperature.
qOverhead Consoleí
This console box is designed to store
eyeglasses or other accessories.
Push and release to open.
qGlove Compartment
To open the glove compartment, pull the
latch toward you.
To close the glove compartment, firmly
press in the center of the glove
compartment lid.
qCenter Console
To open, pull the lower release handle.
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Storage tray
The storage tray can be installed to the
left/right side of the center console.
Storage tray
Using the armrestí
CAUTION
ØWhen sliding the armrest, be
careful not to hit a drink cup
placed in a cup holder and spill its
contents. Remove cups or other
drink containers from the cup
holders before pulling out the
armrest.
Ø Before opening the center console,
store the armrest first. Otherwise,
the armrest or center console may
be damaged. Press the button to slide the armrest
frontward.
To retract the armrest, slide it completely
to the rear.
q
Cargo Securing Loops (5 Door)
WARNING
Make sure luggage and cargo are
secured before driving:
Not securing cargo while driving is
dangerous as it could move or be
crushed during sudden braking or a
collision and cause injury.
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Use the loops in the luggage compartment
to secure cargo with a rope or net. The
tensile strength of the loops is 196 N (20
kgf, 44 lbf). Do not apply excessive force
to the loops as it will damage them.
qShopping Bag Hook (5 Door)
The shopping bag hook can be used for
hanging shopping bags.
CAUTION
Do not hang excessive weight on the
shopping bag hook as it could be
damaged.
Shopping bag hook
(tensile strength: 3 kg
(6.6 lb))
qRear Coat Hooks
WARNING
Never hang heavy or sharp objects on
the assist grips and coat hooks:
Hanging heavy or sharp-ended
objects such as a coat hanger from
the assist grips or coat hooks is
dangerous as they can fly off and hit
an occupant in the cabin if a curtain
air bag was to deploy, which could
result in serious injury or death.
Always hang clothes on the coat hooks
and the assist grips without hangers.
Coat hook
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CAUTION
ØTo prevent accessory socket
damage or electrical failure, pay
attention to the following:
ØDo not use accessories that
require more than 120 W (DC 12
V, 10 A).
ØDo not use accessories that are
not genuine Mazda accessories
or the equivalent.
ØClose the cover when the
accessory socket is not in use to
prevent foreign objects and
liquids from getting into the
accessory socket.
ØCorrectly insert the plug into
the accessory socket.
ØDo not insert the cigarette
lighter into the accessory
socket.
Ø Noise may occur on the audio
playback or TV reception
depending on the device connected
to the accessory socket.
Ø Depending on the device
connected to the accessory socket,
the vehicle's electrical system may
be affected, which could cause the
warning light to illuminate.
Disconnect the connected device
and make sure that the problem is
resolved. If the problem is
resolved, disconnect the device
from the socket and switch the
ignition off. If the problem is not
resolved, consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
NOTE
To prevent discharging of the battery, do not
use the socket for long periods with the engine
off or idling.
Connecting the accessory socket
1. Open the lid.
2. Pass the connection plug cord through the cutout of the console and insert the
plug into the accessory socket.
Plug
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Parking in an Emergency
The hazard warning lights should always
be used when you stop on or near a
roadway in an emergency.
The hazard warning lights warn other
drivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazard
and that they must take extreme caution
when near it.
Hazard warning flasher
Depress the hazard warning flasher and all
the turn signals will flash.
NOTE
lThe turn signals do not work when the
hazard warning lights are on.
lCheck local regulations about the use of
hazard warning lights while the vehicle is
being towed to verify that it is not in
violation of the law.
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