MAZDA MODEL 3 HATCHBACK 2014 Owners Manual (in English)
Manufacturer: MAZDA, Model Year: 2014, Model line: MODEL 3 HATCHBACK, Model: MAZDA MODEL 3 HATCHBACK 2014Pages: 585, PDF Size: 5.71 MB
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When Driving
Fuel Economy Monitor
Fuel Economy Monitor *
For vehicles with type B audio, the Control Status and Fuel Consumption are switched and
displayed by operating each icon in the display.
In addition, after completing a trip, the total energy effi ciency to date is displayed in the
ending display when the ending display is turned on.
1. Select the (
) icon on the home screen to display the Applications screen.
2. Select the Fuel Economy Monitor.
3. Operate the commander switch or touch the screen and display the menu.
NOTE
When the menu is displayed by touching the screen, the display is hidden automatically after
6 seconds.
4. Select the icon in the menu and perform the operation. Each icon operates as follows:
Indication on display Control status
Hides the menu display.
Displays the Application screen.
Switches the Fuel Economy Monitor in the order of
Control Status and Effectiveness.
Resets the fuel economy data.
Displays the following SETTING screen. y Ending display on/off switching y On/off switching for function which synchronizes reset
fuel economy data to trip meter (Trip A)
Fuel Consumption Display
Information regarding the fuel economy is displayed.
Indication on display Control status
Displays the fuel economy for the past 60 minutes. y Displays the fuel economy every minute for the past 1
to 10 minutes.
y Displays the fuel economy every 10 minutes for the
past 10 to 60 minutes.
Displays the average fuel economy over the past 5 resets
and after the current reset.
Calculates the average fuel economy every minute after
vehicle travel begins, and displays it.
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Fuel Economy Monitor
NOTE
y The fuel economy data can be reset by doing the following operation:
y Press the reset switch from the menu screen.
y When the function which synchronizes the fuel economy monitor and the trip meter is
on, reset trip A of the trip meter.
y Delete the average fuel economy information displayed in the trip computer.
y After resetting the fuel economy data, “-- -” is displayed while the average fuel economy
is calculated.
Control Status Display
The power generating status is displayed
Indication on display Control status
Displays the level of electricity generated by
regenerative braking.
Displays the amount of the electricity stored in the
capacitor.
Displays the status of the electricity stored in the
capacitor and being supplied to the electrical devices
(whole vehicle in display is illuminated simultaneously).
Displays the accumulated fuel economy.
Ending Screen Display
When the ignition is switched off from ON after completing a trip, the actual performance
for the total fuel economy effi ciency is displayed for 5 seconds.
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When Driving
Drive Selection
Drive Selection *
Mazda Drive Selection provides an opportunity to select a different driving characteristic
when SPORT mode is activated. By selecting SPORT mode, greater vehicle response
is achieved through automatic adjustments in transaxle shift control and engine throttle
control. This provides additional quick acceleration which may be needed to safely make
maneuvers such as lane changes, merging onto freeways, or passing other vehicles.
NOTE
If driving long distances in SPORT mode, the fuel economy will decrease due to the
frequency of driving in lower gears. Driving in SPORT mode all of the time is not
recommended. SPORT mode is best used only in situations requiring quick, responsive
driving.
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Drive Selection
Drive Selection Switch
The SPORT mode indicator light in the
instrument cluster is illuminated while in
SPORT mode.
NOTE
y If the SET/ SET Switch of the
Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC)
system/cruise control is pressed while
in SPORT mode, SPORT mode is
automatically switched off.
y When the ignition is switched off,
SPORT mode is also switch off.
y When SPORT mode is selected, the
transaxle may automatically shift down
or the vehicle speed may accelerate
depending on the vehicle speed.
SPORT Mode Indicator Light
Type A
Type B
The light is illuminated while in SPORT
mode.
NOTE
The indicator light fl ashes a few times to
indicate that the mode cannot be switched
to SPORT mode even if the drive select
switch is pressed under the following
conditions:
y The vehicle is driven on a slippery road
surface such as an icy or snow-bound
road.
y The Mazda Radar Cruise Control
(MRCC) system/cruise control is
operating.
y The vehicle is making a turn or driving
on a curved road.
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Power Steering
Power Steering
y Power steering is only operable when
the engine is running. If the engine is
off or if the power steering system is
inoperable, you can still steer, but it
requires more physical effort.
If the steering feels stiffer than usual
during normal driving or the steering
vibrates, consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
y The warning light notifi es the driver
of system abnormalities and operation
conditions.
In addition, the buzzer may also activate
depending on the system abnormality or
operation condition.
Refer to Warning Lights on page 4-22 .
Refer to Power Steering Warning Buzzer
on page 7-39 .
CAUTION
Never hold the steering wheel to the
extreme left or right for more than 5
seconds with the engine running. This
could damage the power steering
system.
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Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC)
Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC)
The Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) system is designed to maintain headway control *1
according to the vehicle speed using a radar sensor to detect the distance to a vehicle ahead,
and by presetting the vehicle speed between 30 km/h (19 mph) and 145 km/h (90 mph) the
driver is freed from having to constantly use the accelerator or brake pedals.
*1 Headway Control: Control of the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead
detected by the Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) system.
Additionally, if your vehicle starts closing in on the vehicle ahead because, for example, the
vehicle ahead brakes suddenly, a warning sound and a warning indication in the display are
activated simultaneously to alert you to maintain a suffi cient distance between the vehicles.
Use the Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) system on expressways and other highways
which do not require a lot of repeated acceleration and deceleration.
WARNING
Do not rely completely on the Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) system and always
drive carefully:
The Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) system is designed to reduce load on the
driver, and although it maintains a constant vehicle speed, or specifi cally, it maintains
a constant distance between your vehicle and the detected vehicle ahead according to
the vehicle speed, the system has detection limitations depending on the type of vehicle
ahead and its conditions, the weather conditions, and the road conditions. Additionally,
the system may be unable to decelerate suffi ciently to avoid hitting the vehicle ahead
if the vehicle ahead applies the brakes suddenly or another vehicle cuts into the driving
lane, which could result in an accident. Always verify the safety of the surrounding area
and depress the brake pedal or accelerator pedal while keeping a safe distance from
vehicles ahead or on-coming vehicles.
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Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC)
Do not use the Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) system in the following locations.
Otherwise, it could lead to an accident:
¾ Roads with sharp curves and where vehicle traffi c is heavy and there is insuffi cient
space between vehicles. Roads where frequent and repetitive acceleration and
deceleration occur (Driving under these conditions using the Mazda Radar Cruise
Control (MRCC) system is not possible).
¾ When entering and exiting interchanges, service areas, and parking areas of highways
(If you exit a highway while headway control is in use, the vehicle ahead will no longer
be tracked and your vehicle may accelerate to the set speed).
¾ Slippery roads such as ice or snow-bound roads (The tires could spin causing you to
lose vehicle control).
¾ Long descending slopes (to maintain distance between vehicles, the system
automatically and continuously applies the brakes which could result in the loss of
brake power).
For the purposes of safety, switch the Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) system off
when it is not being used.
CAUTION
If the vehicle is towed or you are towing something, switch the Mazda Radar Cruise
Control (MRCC) system off to prevent an incorrect operation.
NOTE
y The Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) system operates when all of the following
conditions are met.
y The vehicle speed is about 30 km/h (19 mph) to 145 km/h (90 mph).
y The Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) system is turned on.
y The parking brake is not applied.
y The Forward Obstruction Warning (FOW) indicator light (amber) does not illuminate.
y The Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) is operating normally.
(Manual transaxle)
y The shift lever is in a position other than reverse (R) or neutral (N).
y The clutch pedal is not depressed.
(Automatic transaxle)
y The selector lever is in the drive (D) position or manual (M) position (manual mode).
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Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC)
y In the following cases, the warnings may not activate even if your vehicle starts closing
in on the vehicle ahead.
y You are driving at the same speed as the vehicle ahead.
y Directly after the Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) system has been set.
y When the accelerator pedal is depressed or directly after the accelerator pedal is
released.
y Another vehicle cuts into the driving lane.
y The following are not detected as physical objects.
y Vehicles approaching in the opposite direction
y Pedestrians
y Stationary objects (stopped vehicles, obstructions)
y If a vehicle ahead is traveling at an extremely low speed, the system may not detect it
correctly.
y During headway control travel, do not set the system on two-wheeled vehicles such as
motorcycles and bicycles.
y Do not use the Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) system under conditions in which
the close proximity warnings are frequently activated.
y During headway control travel, the system accelerates and decelerates your vehicle in
conjunction with the speed of the vehicle ahead. However, if it is necessary to accelerate
for a lane change or if the vehicle ahead brakes suddenly causing you to close in on the
vehicle rapidly, accelerate using the accelerator pedal or decelerate using the brake
pedal depending on the conditions.
y While the Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) system is in use, it does not cancel even
if the selector lever (automatic transaxle)/shift lever (manual transaxle) is operated and
any intended engine braking will not occur. If deceleration is required, lower the vehicle
speed setting or depress the brake pedal.
y The brake lights are illuminated while the Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC)
automatic braking is operating, however, they may not be illuminated while the vehicle is
on a down slope at the set vehicle speed or traveling at a constant speed and following a
vehicle ahead.
y The Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) warning light (amber) fl ashes when the
system has a malfunction.
Refer to Warning Lights on page 4-22 .
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Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC)
Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) Display Indication
The setting status and operation conditions of the Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC)
system are indicated in the active driving display.
Vehicle ahead display
MRCC Distance between vehicle display
MRCC Set vehicle
speed
Close Proximity Warning
If your vehicle rapidly closes in on
the vehicle ahead because the vehicle
applies the brakes suddenly while you are
traveling in headway control, the warning
sound activates and the brake warning is
indicated in the display. Always verify
the safety of the surrounding area and
depress the brake pedal while keeping
a safe distance from the vehicle ahead.
Additionally, always keep a safe distance
from the vehicles behind you.
NOTE
When the active driving display is closed,
only the warning sound activates to alert.
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Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC)
Setting the System
To Activate
To activate the system, press the ON switch.
CANCEL switch
switch switchRESUME switch
OFF switch ON switch
Cruise control
SET+/SET- switch
When the system is activated, the vehicle speed and the distance between vehicles while in
headway control can be set. The Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) indication is shown
in the active driving display.
NOTE
When the ignition is switched to ACC or OFF while the Mazda Radar Cruise Control
(MRCC) is ON, the Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) remains ON automatically.
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