MAZDA MODEL 3 HATCHBACK 2019 Owners Manual (in English)

Thank you for choosing a Mazda. We at Mazda design and build vehicles with complete
customer satisfaction in mind.

To help ensure enjoyable and trouble-free operation of your Mazda, read this manual
carefully and follow its recommendations.

An Authorized Mazda Dealer knows your vehicle best. So when mai ntenance or service is
necessary, that's the place to go.

Our nationwide network of Mazda professionals is dedicated to p roviding you with the best
possible service.

We assure you that all of us at Mazda have an ongoing interest in your motoring pleasure
and in your full satisfaction with your Mazda product.
Mazda Motor Corporation
HIROSHIMA, JAPAN

Important Notes About This Manual
Keep this manual in the glove com partment as a handy reference for the safe and enjoyable use of your Mazda.
Should you resell the vehicle, leave this manual with it for th e next owner.

All specifications and descriptio ns are accurate at the time of printing. Because improvement is a constant goal
at Mazda, we reserve the right to make changes in specifications at any time without notice and without obliga‐
tion.

Air Conditioner and the Environment
Your Mazda's genuine air condit ioner is filled with a refrigerant that has been found not to damage the earth's
ozone layer. If the air conditione r does not operate properly, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Perchlorate
Certain components of this vehicle such as [air bag modules, se at belt pretensioners, lithium batteries,…] may
contain Perchlorate Material-- Special handling may apply for s ervice or vehicle end of life disposal. See
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.

Please be aware that this manual applies to all models, equipme nt and options. As a result, you may find
some explanations for equipment not installed on your vehicle.

©2018 Mazda Motor CorporationNovember 2018 (Print1)
A Word to Mazda Owners
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We want to help you get the most driving
pleasure from your vehicle. Your owner's
manual, when read from cover to cover,
can do that in many ways.

Illustrations complement the words of the
manual to best explain how to enjoy your
Mazda. By reading your manual, you can
find out about the features, important
safety information, and driving under
various road conditions.

The symbol below in this manual means
“Do not do this” or “Do not let this
happen”.


Index: A good place to start is the Index,
an alphabetical listing of all information in
your manual.

You'll find several WARNINGs,
CAUTIONs, and NOTEs in the manual.
WA R N I N G
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serious injury or death could result if the
warning is ignored.
CAUTION
A CAUTION indicates a situation in which
bodily injury or damage to your vehicle, or
both, could result if the caution is ignored.
NOTE
A NOTE provides information and
sometimes suggests how to make better
use of your vehicle.
The following symbol , located on some
parts of the vehicle, indicates that this
manual contains information related to the
part.
Please refer to the manual for a detailed
explanation.
How to Use This Manual
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Table of Contents
Pictorial Index
Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda.1
Essential Safety Equipment
Important information about safet y equipment, including seats, seat belt
system, child-restraint systems and SRS air bags.2
Before Driving
Use of various featur es, including keys, doors, mirrors and windows.3
When Driving
Information concerning s afe driving and stopping.4
Interior Features
Use of various features for ride comfort, including air-conditi oning system
and audio system.5
Maintenance and Care
How to keep your Maz da in top condition.6
If Trouble Arises
Helpful information on what to do if a problem arises with the vehicle.7
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
Important consumer information including warranties and add-on
equipment.8
Specifications
Technical informati on about your Mazda.9
Index10
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1Pictorial Index
Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda.
Interior Overview.............................. 1-2 Interior Equipment (View A)........1-2
Interior Equipment (View B)........ 1-3
Interior Equipment (View C)........ 1-4
Interior Equipment (View D)........1-5
Interior Equipment (View E)........ 1-6
Exterior Overview............................. 1-84-Door...........................................1-8
5-Door...........................................1-9
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Interior Equipment (View A)
▼Interior Equipment (View A)
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High beam control switch..................................................................................... page 4-89
„ Lighting control.....................................................................................................page 4-43
… Turn and lane-change sig nals................................................................................ page 4-49
† Audio remote control switches.................................. ............................................page 5-19
‡ INFO switch.......................................................................................................... page 4-14
ˆ Cruise control switches.....................................................page 4-120, 4-129, 4-141, 4-210
‰ Wiper and washer lever......................................... ................................................ page 4-50
Š i-ACTIVSENSE switch............................................ ............................................ page 4-85
‹ 360° view monitor switch...................................................................................page 4-173
ΠParking sensor switch......................................................................................... page 4-237
 DSC OFF switch................................................................................................... page 4-77
Ž Position memory buttons.......................................................................................page 2-10
 Trunk release button.............................................................................................. page 3-19
 Outside mirror switches........................................................................................ page 3-29
‘ Power window switches........................................................................................ page 3-34
’ Power window lock switch................................................................................... page 3-34
“ Door-lock switch................................................................................................... page 3-15
” Door-lock knob..................................................................................................... page 3-17
Pictorial Index
Interior Overview
1-2The equipment and installatio n position varies by vehicle
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Interior Equipment (View B)
▼Interior Equipment (View B)
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Instrument cluster.................................................................................................. page 4-12
„ Active driving display........................................................................................... page 4-28
… Mazda Connect......................................................................................................page 5-14
† Climate control system............................................................................................page 5-2
‡ Heated steering wheel switch................................... ............................................. page 2-21
ˆ Seat warmer switches........................................... ................................................. page 2-20
‰ Hazard warning flasher switch.............................................................................. page 4-57
Š Rear window defogger switch.................................... ........................................... page 4-55
‹ Glove compartment.............................................. ................................................. page 5-41
ΠExternal input terminal........................................ .................................................. page 5-14
 Push button start...................................................................................................... page 4-4
Ž Horn........................................................... ............................................................page 4-56
 Lock release lever................................................................................................... page 2-5
 Hood release handle............................................ .................................................. page 6-12
‘ Storage pocket................................................. ...................................................... page 5-41
Pictorial Index
Interior Overview
The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle1-3
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Interior Equipment (View C)
▼Interior Equipment (View C)
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Head restraint........................................................................................................ page 2-1 7
„ Front seat................................................................................................................. page 2-5
… Seat belt...................................................... ........................................................... page 2-23
† Bottle holder.................................................. ........................................................ page 5-39
‡ Vanity mirror......................................................................................................... page 5-3 3
ˆ Sunvisor.................................................................................................................page 5-33
‰ Overhead light (fr ont)/Map lights.............................. ........................................... page 5-34
Š Overhead console.................................................................................................. page 5-41
‹ Moonroof switch................................................................................................... page 3-36
ΠRearview mirror.................................................................................................... page 3-31
 Vent........................................................... .............................................................. page 5-3
Ž Cup holder..................................................... ........................................................ page 5-38
 Shift lever/Selector lever..................................... ........................................ page 4-30, 4-32
 Drive selection switch......................................... .................................................. page 4-78
‘ Commander switch................................................................................................page 5-17
’ Electric Parking Brake (EPB) switch............................ ........................................ page 4-63
“ AUTOHOLD switch................................................ ............................................. page 4-70
Pictorial Index
Interior Overview
1-4The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle
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Interior Equipment (View D)
▼Interior Equipment (View D)
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Push knob (5-door)................................................................................................page 2-14
„ Head restraint........................................................................................................ page 2-1 7
… Child safety lock................................................................................................... page 3-18
† Rear coat hook.......................................................................................................page 5-40
‡ Power window switch........................................................................................... page 3-34
ˆ Overhead light (rear).......................................... ................................................... page 5-34
‰ Door-lock knob................................................. .................................................... page 3-17
Š Assist grip.................................................... ..........................................................page 5-39
‹ Center console....................................................................................................... page 5-41
ΠAccessory socket............................................... .................................................... page 5-36
 External input terminal........................................ .................................................. page 5-14
Ž Bottle holder.................................................. ........................................................ page 5-39
 Rear seat...................................................... .......................................................... page 2-14
 Cup holder............................................................................................................. page 5- 38
‘ Armrest..................................................................................................................page 2-17
’ ISOFIX lower anchors (Mexico)/LATCH lower anchors (Except Mexic o)......... page 2-50
“ Seat belt................................................................................................................. page 2-23
Pictorial Index
Interior Overview
The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle1-5
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Interior Equipment (View E)
▼4-Door
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Remote handles................................................. .................................................... page 2-14
„ Trunk light............................................................................................................. page 5 -34
Pictorial Index
Interior Overview
1-6The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle
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