ABS MAZDA MODEL 3 HATCHBACK 2020 (in English) User Guide

Drive Selection*
▼Drive Selection
Drive selection is a system to switch the
vehicle's drive mode. When the sport
mode is selected, vehicle's response
against accelerator operation is enhanced.
This provides additional quick
acceleration which may be needed to
safely make maneuvers such as lane
changes, merging onto freeways, or
passing other vehicles.
CAUTION
Do not use the sport mode when driving on
slippery roads such as wet or snow-covered
roads. It may cause tire slipping.
NOTE
When the sport mode is selected, driving
at higher engine speeds increases and it
may increase fuel consumption. Mazda
recommends that you cancel the sport
mode on normal driving.
Drive mode cannot be switched in the
following conditions:
ABS/TCS/DSC is operating
Cruise control* is operating.
The Mazda Radar Cruise Control with
Stop & Go function (MRCC with Stop
& Go function) System
* is operating.
Traffic Jam Assist (TJA)* is operating.
Steering wheel is being operated
abruptly
▼Drive Selection Switch
Press the drive sele
ction switch forward
(SPORT) to select the sport mode.
Pull the drive selecti on switch back (OFF)
to cancel the sport mode.

NOTE
In the following cases, the drive
selection is canceled.
The ignition is switched OFF.
Cruise Control is set.
Mazda Radar Cruise Control with
Stop & Go function (MRCC with Stop
& Go function) is set.
Traffic Jam Assist (TJA) is set.
Depending on the driving conditions
when sport mode is selected, the vehicle
may perform shift-down or slightly
accelerate.
When Driving
Drive Selection
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CAUTION
Do not install any accessories within the detection ranges of the sensors. It may
affect the
system operation.
 Depending on the type of obstruction and th e surrounding conditions, the detection range
of a sensor may narrow, or the sensors may not be able to detect obstructions.
NOTE
The system may not operate norma lly under the following conditions:
Mud, ice, or snow is adhering to the sensor area (Returns to normal operation when
removed).
The sensor area is frozen (Returns to normal operation when the ice is thawed).
The sensor is covered by a hand.
The sensor is excessively shocked.
The vehicle is excessively tilted.
Under extremely hot or cold weather conditions.
The vehicle is driven on bumps, inclines, gravel, grating, or grass covered roads.
Anything which generates ultrasonic waves such as another vehicle's horn, the engine
sound of a motorcycle, the air brake sound of a large-sized vehicle, or another vehicle's
sensors approaches the vehicle.
The vehicle is driven in heavy rain or in road conditions causing water-splash.
A commercially-available fender pole or an antenna for a radio transmitter is installed
to the vehicle.
The vehicle is moving towards a tall or square curbstone, or a steep grade.
An obstruction is too close to the sensor.
The vehicle is moving towards an uneven wall or stairs.
There are multiple obstructions.
The vehicle is driven in a place with low ceilings.
Obstructions under the bumper cannot be detected. Obstructions which are lower than the
sensor or thin may not be detected even though they were detected once.
The following types of obstructions may not be detected:
Thin objects such as wire, rope or poles
Things which absorb sonic waves easily such as cotton or snow
Angular shaped objects
Very tall objects, and those which are wide at the top
Small, short objects
Always have the system inspected at an Aut horized Mazda Dealer if any shock is applied
to the bumpers, even in a minor accident. If the sensors are deviated, they cannot detect
obstructions.
When Driving
Parking Sensor System
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5. Remove the cap using thetape-wrapped flath ead screwdriver.
6. Remove the battery using
tape-wrapped flath ead screwdriver.
7. Insert a new battery into the transmitter
so that the positive pole is facing up.
8. Install the cap.
9. Install the upper cover.
10. Insert the tabs of the lower cover into
the slots of the transmitter and install
the lower cover.
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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No.FUSE RAT‐
ING PROTECTED COMPONENT
F7 15 A
―
20 A Fuel pump
F8 15 A Engine control system
F9 15 A
Transmission control system
*
F10 15 A Engine control system
F11 7.5 A Air conditioner
F12 15 A Engine control system
F13 15 A ―
F14 20 A
Front seat warmer
*
F15 20 A ―
F16 15 A For protection of various circuits
F17 ― ―
F18 15 A Accessory sockets
F19 60 A Power steering system
F20 15 A Headlight (LH) 1
F21 15 A Headlight (RH) 1
F22 15 A For protection of various circuits
F23 30 A ABS, Dynamic st ability control system
F24 15 A Headlight (LH) 2
F25 15 A Headlight (RH) 2
F26 7.5 A On board diagnostics
F27 25 A For protection of various circuits
F28 25 A For protection of various circuits
F29 15 A Windscreen washer
F30 15 A Accessory sockets
F31 15 A Horn
F32 ― ―
F33 ― ―
F34 ― ―
F35 50A ABS, Dynamic stability control system
F36 ― ―
F37 40 A Rear window defogger
F38 50 A For protection of various circuits
F39 ― ―
F40 40 A Air conditioner
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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(Vehicles with flat tire hold-down
bolt (excluding vehicles with
sub-woofer for 5-door))
1. Spread apart the tabs on the sparetire hold-down bolt that was
removed when removing the spare
tire and remove the bolt for
securing the spare tire.
1. Tabs
2. Bolt for securing spare tire
3. Spare tire hold-down bolt

2. Remove the bolt for securing the
flat tire from its stored position and
install it in place of the removed
spare tire hold-down bolt.
1. Bolt for securing the flat tire
2. Spare tire hold-down bolt

NOTE
The longer bolt is used as the bolt
for securing the flat tire, and the
shorter one is used as the bolt for
securing the spare tire. When
installing a bolt, check the bolt's
length.
3. Secure the damaged tire to the vehicle using the flat tire
hold-down bolt.
(Vehicles with flat tire hold-down
bolt and with sub-woofer for
5-door))
1. Remove the bolt for securing theflat tire from its stored position.
2. Secure the damaged tire to the vehicle using the flat tire
hold-down bolt.
1. Flat tire hold-down bolt
2. Sub-woofer

If Trouble Arises
Flat Tire
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To w i n g D e s c r i p t i o n
▼Towing Description
We recommend that towing be done only
by an Authorized Mazda Dealer or a
commercial tow-truck service.

Proper lifting and towing are necessary to
prevent damage to the vehicle. Particularly
when towing an AWD
vehicle, where all
the wheels are connected to the drive train,
proper transporting of the vehicle is
absolutely essential to avoid damaging the
drive system. Government and local laws
must be followed.
1. Wheel dollies

A towed FWD vehicle should have its
drive wheels (front wheels) off the ground.
If excessive damage or other conditions
prevent this, use wheel dollies.

When towing a FWD ve hicle with the rear
wheels on the ground, release the parking
brake.
Refer to Electric Par king Brake (EPB) on
page 4-64.

A towed AWD vehicle must have all its
wheels off the ground.
WA R N I N G
Always tow an AWD vehicle with all four
wheels off the ground:
Towing an AWD vehicle with either the
front or rear wheels on the ground is
dangerous as the drive train could be
damaged, or the vehicle could trail away
from the tow truck and cause an accident.
If the drive train has been damaged,
transport the vehicle on a flatbed truck.
CAUTION
 Do not tow the vehicle pointed backward
with driving wheels on the ground. This
may cause internal damage to the
transmission.
If Trouble Arises
Emergency Towing
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CAUTION
In addition, the
effectiveness of the
braking may diminish so you may need
to depress the brake pedal more strongly
than normal to stop the vehicle.

▼ Electronic Brake Force Distribution
System Warning
If the electronic brake force distribution
control unit determines that some
components are operating incorrectly, the
control unit may illuminate the brake
system warning light and the ABS
warning light simultaneously. The
problem is likely to be
the electronic brake
force distribution system.
WA R N I N G
Do not drive with both the brake system
warning light and ABS warning light
illuminated. Have the vehicle towed to an
Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the
brakes inspected as soon as possible:
Driving when the brake system warning
light and ABS warning light are illuminated
simultaneously is dangerous.
When both lights are illuminated, the rear
wheels could lock more quickly in an
emergency stop than under normal
circumstances.
▼ Charging System Warning
Indication/Warning Light
If the warning light
illuminates while
driving, it indicates a malfunction of the
alternator or of the charging system.
Drive to the side of the road and park off
the right-of-way. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
CAUTION
Do not continue driving when the charging
system warning light is illuminated
because the engine could stop
unexpectedly.
▼ Engine Oil Warning Indication/
Wa r n i n g L i g h t
This warning light indicates low engine oil
pressure.
CAUTION
Do not run the engine if the oil pressure is
low. Otherwise, it could result in extensive
engine damage.
If the light illuminates or the warning
indication is displayed while driving:
1. Drive to the side of the road and park
off the right-of-wa y on level ground.
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
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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.
▼ ABS Warning Indication/Warning
Light
If 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 Authorized
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 o ccurs, it is the result
of the weak battery and does not
indicate an ABS malfunction.
Recharge the battery.
The brake assist system does not operate
while the ABS warning light is
illuminated.
▼ Master Warning Indication
The indication displays if the system has a
malfunction.
Check the reason for the indication
displaying on the center display or
multi-information display.
Refer to If a Warning Light Turns On or
Flashes on page 7-27.
▼Brake Control System Warning
Indication/Warning Light
The warning light i
lluminates when the
system has a malfunction. Have your
vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
▼ Electric Parking Brake (EPB)
Indication/Indicator Light
This warning has the following functions:
Parking brake warning/Indicator light
inspection
The light illuminate
s when the parking
brake is applied with the ignition switched
to START or ON. It turns off when the
parking brake is released.
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
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Add-On Non-GenuineParts and Accessories
▼ 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, they
could affect your vehicle's performance or
safety systems; the Mazda warranty
doesn't cover this. Before you install any
non-genuine parts or accessories, consult
an Authorized Mazda 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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Vehicle Loading
▼Vehicle Loading
WA R N I N G
Do not tow a trailer with this vehicle:
Towing a trailer wi
th 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 design
rating capability. Properly loading your
vehicle will provide maximum return of
vehicle design performance. Before
loading your vehicle, familiarize yourself
with the following terms for determining
your vehicle's weight ratings, from the
vehicle's Safety Certification Label and
Tire and Load Information Label:
WA R N I N G
Overloaded Vehicle:
Overloading a vehicle is dangerous. 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 the vehicle's weight ratings from
the vehicle's Safety Certification and Tire
and Load Information labels.
Base Curb Weight is the weight of the
vehicle including a f ull tank of fuel and
all standard equip ment. It does not
include passengers, cargo, or optional
equipment.

Vehicle Curb Weight is the weight of
your new vehicle when you picked it up
from your dealer plus any aftermarket
equipment.

PAYLOAD
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
Tire Information (U.S.A.)
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