warning light MAZDA MODEL 3 HATCHBACK 2014 Smart Start Guide (in English)

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Driver’s View
CLOCK ( P. 2 9 )
MAZDA CONNECT
INFOTAINMENT
SYSTEM
(PP. 9-10, 16, 13-14, 31-33)
CLIMATE CONTROL ( P P. 2 7- 2 8 )TRANSMISSION ( P P. 3 9 - 4 0 )CD
P L AY E R S E AT

WARMERS
PASSENGER
AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR
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AUDIO SYSTEM (WITHOUT
INFOTAINMENT)

(PP. 29-30, 33)
HAZARD
WARNING
2 This indicator light illuminates to remind you that the front passenger’s front/side airbags
and seat belt pretensioner will not deploy during a collision. The reason for this is that the
weight in the seat is less than approximately 66 lbs. Always wear your seat belt and secure children in the rear
seats in appropriate child restraints. See the Owner’s Manual for important information on this safety feature.
NOTE:
Indicator light turns of f when conditions have been met for necessar y airbag deployment. See
Owner’s Manual for further information.
WIPER/
WASHER
( P. 2 4 )
START/STOP
ENGINE BUTTON
( P P. 5 - 6 )
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KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM
• This system allows you to
lock and unlock the doors by
pushing the desired buttons.
Key
Unlock
• Push once to unlock
driver’s door or all the
doors (depending on
personalization setting*).
• Push twice (within three
seconds) to unlock all doors.
Panic Alarm
• Push for one second or more to activate alarm.
• Push Lock, Unlock, or Panic Alarm to turn alarm off.
Trunk (4-door
sedan only)
• Push and hold to
open the trunk.
Lock
• Push once to lock
all doors.
• Push twice (within
five seconds)
for horn sound
verification that all
doors are locked.
*
Refer to your Owner’s Manual for additional details about “Personalization Features”.
CAUTION:
• Make sure vehicle is OFF and take
the keyless entry system key with
you when leaving the vehicle.
• When locking doors using inside
door switches or inside door-lock
knobs, be careful not to leave the
key inside the vehicle.Inside Door
Lock Switch
Lock
Unlock
C AUTION: RED Key Indicator Light may illuminate if either advance
key or keyless entry key is placed in the cup holder. The key can sometimes
not be detected in the cup holder.
NOTE: For the hatchback, when the liftgate opener switch is pushed, the liftgate
will open slightly. If the liftgate is not opened within 1.5 seconds, the liftgate latch
locks (you will hear it lock) and the liftgate cannot be opened or closed from this
slightly raised position. To open/close the liftgate, push the liftgate opener switch,
open the liftgate within 1.5 seconds, then close it. The door/liftgate ajar warning
light will be on if the liftgate is not fully closed.
NOTE: With Advanced Keyless, there
is a recognizable beep sound to alert you
that the key is inside the vehicle.
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STARTING THE ENGINE WITH
ACCELERATED WARM-UP SYSTEM (AWS)
The Mazda3 is equipped with SKYACTIV combustion technology.
This technology includes AWS (Accelerated Warm-up System) for
optimal emission performance during cold starting conditions.
While Carrying the Key…
• Start the engine by pushing the START/STOP ENGINE button while
pushing the clutch pedal (M/ T) or the brake pedal (A / T).
What you will notice? On start-up, the engine speed and sound are
higher (1500 RPM) for less than 1 minute to quickly bring the catalyst
to efficient operating temperature. The RPM will reduce to idle once the
temperature is achieved. This is normal engine operation under cold
start conditions.
What this does? This heats up the catalytic converter faster to reduce
emissions and allows Mazda to use an exhaust header on the engine
(to improve efficiency and horsepower).
NOTE:
Yo u can drive the vehicle during AWS activation, no need to wait.
Key
• Shut the engine OFF by setting the parking brake/placing the
vehicle in Park (A / T), then push the START/STOP ENGINE button.
• Activate Accessories (ACC) by pushing the START/STOP
ENGINE button once without pushing the clutch or brake pedal.
• Turn the ignition to the ON position by pushing the START/STOP
ENGINE button twice without pushing the clutch or brake pedal.
The key indicator light
in the instrument cluster will show GREEN
(engine ready to start) when the key is detected and the clutch pedal (M/ T)
or the brake pedal (A / T) is pushed. If the KEY warning light illuminates
RED , or the START/STOP ENGINE button indicator light flashes AMBER ,
this could indicate a problem with the engine starting system and the
inability to start the engine or switch the ignition to ACC or ON. Have your
vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.

NOTE:
RED Key Indicator Light may flash if the key is placed in the cup holder.
The key may not be detected in the cup holder .
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Tires
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)
For your safety, the Mazda3 is equipped with TPMS that detects low tire
pressure in one or more tires. If the tire pressure starts getting low in
one or more tires, the system alerts the driver by turning on a light in the
instrument cluster (p. 35-38) and sounding an alarm.
What to do? Don’t ignore the TPMS warning light. Stop and check your
tire pressure (when tires are cold) and inflate them to the proper pressure.
Properly inflated tires are safer, last longer, and increase fuel economy.
In the following cases, the TPMS must be “initialized” so the system can
operate normally.
• The tire pressure is adjusted (up or down) in one or more tires.
• A tire rotation is performed.
• Any tire or wheel is replaced.
• The vehicle’s battery is disconnected, replaced or completely dead.
Initialization Process
(TPMS Warning Light
is Illuminated)
1 Park the vehicle in a safe place and firmly apply the parking brake.
2 Let the tires cool, then adjust the tire pressure to the specified
pressure (See tire label located on the driver’s side door jam area) on
all four (4) tires.
3 Switch the ignition ON, but leave the vehicle parked.
4 Push and hold the TPMS “Set Switch”
(left side of dash) until the TPMS warning
light
in the instrument cluster flashes
twice and a beep sound is heard once.
CAUTION: If the TPMS “Set Switch” is pushed without adjusting the tire
pressure, the system cannot detect the normal tire pressure. The TPMS
warning light may not turn on, even if the tire pressure is low, or it may turn on
if the tire pressure is normal.
NOTE: Drastic changes in temperature or altitude may cause the TPMS warning
light to turn on.
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The Active Driving Display displays the following information:• Vehicle Speed Setting
using cruise control
• Navigation Turn-by-Turn
(TBT) direction, distance
and lane guidance

•
Lane Departure Warning
System (LDWS) operation
conditions and warnings
• Smart City Brake
Support (SCBS)
warnings
• Vehicle Speed Setting
using cruise control
(if equipped)
To change the settings/adjustments for the Active Driving Display:
1 Select the Settings icon on the
Home screen.
2 Select the AD-Disp tab.
3 Select the desired item to change.
• Height: Adjust the position of the
virtual image of the Active Driving
Display up or down.
• Brightness Control: Method
for adjusting screen brightness
(Automatically with instrument
cluster illumination or manually). •
Calibration: Brightness
initialization setting (when
selecting automatic adjustment).
• Brightness: Brightness
adjustment (when selecting
manual adjustment).
• Navigation: On/O f f.
• Active Driving Display:
On/O f f.
• Reset: Reset to
default settings.
50 mph
0 MPH
Active Driving Display
NOTE:• If the display does not operate, switch the ignition off and then switch it back on. If it
still does not operate even with the ignition switched ON, have the vehicle inspected at
an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
• It may be difficult to view the display when wearing sunglasses. Take off your
sunglasses or adjust the luminosity.
• If the batter y has been removed and re-installed or the batter y voltage is low, the
adjusted position may deviate.
• The display may be difficult to view or temporarily affected by weather conditions such
as rain, snow, light, and temperature.
ACTIVE DRIVING DISPLAY (if equipped)
CAUTION: Always adjust the display
using the Settings screen (AD-Disp
tab). Do not try to adjust the angle
or open/close the display by hand.
Fingerprints on the display will
make it difficult to view and manual
operation could cause damage.
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How to set the speed:
1 Adjust the vehicle to the desired speed using the accelerator pedal.
2 Push the SET + or SET – switch. The set speed and the inter-vehicle
distance display filled with white lines is displayed in the active driving
display and the MRCC indicator light (green) turns on simultaneously.
Travel StatusDuring travel at
constant speed During travel under
headway control
Display
How to set the distance between vehicles:
The distance between vehicles is set to a shorter distance by pushing th\
e

switch a longer distance by pushing the switch. The distance-between-
vehicles can be set to 4 levels.
Distance between vehicles guideline (at 50mph (80km/h))Long (about 16 4f t (5 0 m)) Medium (about
131f t (4 0 m)) Short (about
98ft (30m)) Extremely
short (about 82f t (25m))
Display
FORWARD OBSTRUCTION WARNING (FOW)
The Forward Obstruction Warning (FOW) system alerts the
driver of a possible collision using an indicator in the active
driving display and instrument cluster along with a warning sound.
The system operates when driving at 10 mph (15 km/h) or faster and the\

system’s radar sensor determines that your vehicle may hit a vehicle or
obstruction ahead.
CAUTION: Do not rely completely on the MRCC system and always
drive carefully obeying the speed limit.
NOTE: The MRCC sometimes will brake your vehicle when passing a semi truck (tractor
trailer). This is normal. Simply press the accelerator pedal to override the system.
NOTE: FOW can be turned off using the DSC OFF button.
WARNING: FOW is only a supplementar y system designed to reduce damage in
the event of a collision. The FOW has limitations and does not detect all objects. Do not
rely solely on the FOW. Relying solely on the FOW may cause an unexpected accident
resulting in death or serious injur y. Always keep your eyes on the road.
Forward Obstruction Warning
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Lane Departure Warning System
LANE DEPARTURE WARNING SYSTEM (LDWS) (if equipped)
The LDWS recognizes painted lane lines on a road using the forward
sensing camera (FSC) installed to the windshield. If the vehicle deviates
from its lane at speeds above 44 mph, the system alerts the driver using
the following indicators.
Use the LDWS switch to
turn system ON or OFF
Indicator LightActive Driving Display Condition
The painted lane lines
on the road are not
recognized or the
vehicle speed is less
than 44 mph
The painted lane
lines are recognized
at vehicle speeds of
44 mph or more
Flashes +
warning sound OR
Warning is triggered
when vehicle deviates
from its lane
No indicator light
LDWS OFF
WARNING: LDWS is only a supplementary
system to warn the driver that the vehicle may
be deviating from its lane, however the LDWS
has limitations. Do not rely solely on the LDWS.
Relying solely on the LDWS may cause an
unexpected accident resulting in death or serious
injury. Always pay attention to the direction in
which the vehicle is traveling and drive safely.
NOTE: Any driver input (e.g., turn signal, steering or acceleration) will cancel warning.
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Blind Spot Monitoring System
BLIND SPOT MONITORING (BSM) (if equipped)
The BSM system is designed to assist the driver by monitoring blind spots
on both sides of the vehicle to the rear in certain situations such as when
changing lanes on roads and freeways.
Turning BSM System Off
Turning the BSM system off will turn off both the light
and sound indicators. To manually turn the BSM
system off, push the BSM OFF switch on the dash.
The BSM OFF indicator in the instrument cluster will
turn on to indicate when the BSM system is off. The
BSM system will automatically turn on the next time the vehicle is started.
• If your vehicle speed is 7 mph (11 km/h) or more, the BSM will warn
you of vehicles in the detection area by illuminating the BSM warning
lights located on the left and right door mirrors.
• If you operate a turn signal in the direction of an illuminated BSM warning
light, the system will also warn you with a beep and warning light flash.
• BSM sensors are located under the left and right rear bumper areas.
The BSM system may not operate properly if the rear bumper gets dirty,
so keep the rear bumper area clean and free of bumper stickers.
Your Vehicle
Detection Areas
Refer to your
Owner’s Manual
for complete
details.
NOTE: • The BSM can assist the driver in confirming the safety of the surroundings,
but is not a complete substitute.
• The driver is responsible for ensuring safe lane changes and other maneuvers.
• Always pay attention to the direction in which the vehicle is traveling and the
vehicle’s surroundings.
• The BSM does not operate when the vehicle speed is lower than about
7 mph (11 km/h).
WARNING: BSM is only a supplementary system to help aid in monitoring blind
spots , however BSM has limitations. The system may not detect all vehicles,
especially a motorcycle. Do not rely solely on the BSM . Relying solely on the BSM
may cause an unexpected accident resulting in death or serious injury. Make sure to
look over your shoulder before changing lanes.
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Instrument Cluster (Type A)
SPEED UNIT SELECTOR3
Lane Departure Warning
System On (
AMBER)/
Lane Detected ( GREEN) (p. 20)
AFS
OFF
Adaptive Front Lighting System
(AFS) OFF (p. 26)

Traction Control System (TCS)/
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
On: TCS/DSC malfunction
Flashing: TCS/DSC operating
BSM OFF
BSM OFF (Blind Spot
Monitoring)
( p. 21)
OFF Dynamic Stability Control

(DSC) Off Indicator Light SPORT Mode On (p. 39)
Lights On (Exterior)
High Beam Control On
Headlight High Beams On
Air Bag/Front Seat Belt
Pretensioner System
Malfunction
Check Engine Light
Seat Belt Unbuckled/
Malfunction
Turn Signals/Hazard

Warning Indicator Lights
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) Warning Light (p. 7) On/ Warning Beep: Low tire pressure in one
or more tires. Flashing: TPMS Malfunction
Cruise Main Indicator Light

On ( AMBER )/Cruise Set
Indicator Light On ( GREEN)

Mazda Radar Cruise Control
Warning Light On ( AMBER)
Set Indicator ( GREEN)
( p p . 17-18 )
ABS (Antilock Brake
System) Malfunction
Shift Position Indicator Light
Security Indicator Light
Forward Obstruction Warning
(FOW ) and Smart City Brake
System (SCBS)

Flashing red: FOW and SCBS are operating.
Amber: FOW and/or SCBS malfunction.
FOW and SCBS are turned of f.
TPMS NOTE:
Low ambient temperature and/or high altitude may cause tire pressures to
change and turn the TPMS warning light on. If the warning light comes on, see p. 7.
NOTE: See Owner’s Manual for more details and explanations.
OUTSIDE
TEMPERATURE DISPLAY
The outside temperature unit can
be switched between °C and °F
using System Settings in the
infotainment system.
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TRIP COMPUTER
The following information can
be selected by pushing the
or of the INFO button on the
steering wheel.
• Approximate distance you
can travel on the available
fuel (RANGE)
• Average fuel economy
• Current fuel economy
• Average vehicle speed
• To reset, push and hold
the INFO button for more
than 1.5 seconds.
1 • Rotate the knob to adjust the brightness
of the instrument cluster and other
dashboard illuminations.
2 • Push to toggle between trip meter (A & B).
• When a trip meter is selected, push and
hold to reset to zero.
3 • Push the knob for 1.5 seconds or more to
change the speed units between km/h and mph.
Brake Warning Light
Parking brake on/low brake
fluid/malfunction
Master Warning Light
Low Fuel Level
Low Engine Oil Pressure
Power Steering Malfunction
Automatic Transaxle

Warning Light
Charging System
Malfunction
Door/Trunk/Tailgate Ajar
Low Washer Fluid Level
Warning Light
KEY Warning Light RED
KEY Indicator Light GREEN
Check Fuel Cap
Perform Maintenance
i-ELOOP Status (p. 34 )

On : Power generation
Flashing : Pre-Charge Mode
ENGINE COOLANT TEMP LIGHTS Since this vehicle does not use an engine
coolant temperature gauge, red and blue
engine coolant temperature lights are used to
indicate high and low coolant temperature.
Red Coolant Temp Light
Flashing: Engine is starting to run hot.
Drive slowly to reduce engine load.
On: Engine is overheating. Safely pull
over to the side of the road and turn
the engine off. Refer to the Owner’s
Manual for more information.
Blue Coolant Temp Light
On: Engine coolant is cold and no warm
air is available for heater/defroster.
Off: Engine coolant is warm and warm air
is available for heater/defroster. The light
may stay on for a few minutes after start-
up when the engine is cold, but the vehicle
can be driven with the light on or off.
NOTE: The instrument cluster becomes
dimmer when the headlights are on. If the
illumination is too dim or too bright with the
headlights on, simply rotate the knob to adjust
the brightness of the illumination.
DASHBOARD ILLUMINATION/
DIMMER1/TRIP METER2
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