brake MAZDA MODEL 3 HATCHBACK 2020 Owners Manual (in English)

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 5-40
‡ Vanity mirror......................................................................................................... page 5-3 4
ˆ Sunvisor.................................................................................................................page 5-34
‰ Overhead light (fr ont)/Map lights.............................. ........................................... page 5-35
Š Overhead console.................................................................................................. page 5-42
‹ Moonroof switch................................................................................................... page 3-37
ΠRearview mirror.................................................................................................... page 3-32
 Vent........................................................... .............................................................. page 5-3
Ž Cup holder..................................................... ........................................................ page 5-38
 Shift lever/Selector lever..................................... ........................................ page 4-31, 4-33
 Drive selection switch......................................... .................................................. page 4-79
‘ Commander switch................................................................................................page 5-17
’ Electric Parking Brake (EPB) switch............................ ........................................ page 4-64
“ AUTOHOLD switch................................................ ............................................. page 4-71
Pictorial Index
Interior Overview
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2. Move the seatback backward to acomfortable seated posture without any
feeling of cramping in your waist.
1. Manual Seat
2. Power Seat

Adjusting the seat p osition forward and
back (sliding)
Adjust the seat to the position best for
operating the accelerator and brake pedals.
1. Place your left foot on the footrest, your right foot between the accelerator
and brake pedals, and position your
heel to the position allowing easy
switching between the pedals.
2. With your heel set on the floor, set your right foot on the brake pedal and
move the seat forward as far as
possible until you feel a slight
cramping in your ankle.
1. Manual Seat
2. Power Seat

3. With your right foot set on the brake
pedal, move the seat back until you no
longer feel cramping in your ankle.
Essential Safety Equipment
Seats
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4. With your heel set on the floor, make
sure you can move your foot between
the brake pedal and accelerator pedal
smoothly.
5. Depress the accelerator pedal
completely with your heel set on the
floor and make sure that your ankle
does not feel over-stretched.
1. Manual Seat
2. Power Seat

Adjusting the seat height
Adjust the seat height to a position where
you have a clear forward view and you can
drive the vehicle easily.
1. With your back resting against theseatback, raise the seat to the height
where you can see the rear edge area of
the hood surface from the windshield.
1. Manual Seat
2. Power Seat

Essential Safety Equipment
Seats
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Driver’s seat position (seat slide, height
adjustment, front edge of seat bottom,
seat recline)
Refer to Adjusting the Driver's Seat on
page 2-5.
Active driving display (display position,
brightness level, display information)
Refer to Active Driving Display on page
4-29.
Outside mirror angle
Refer to Outside Mirrors on page 3-30.
A driving position can be programmed to
the following parts.
Position memory button
Transmitter used for vehicle
NOTE
Lumbar support adjustment cannot be
programmed.
Programming
1. Make sure the parking brake is on.
2. (Automatic transmission)
Make sure the selector lever is in the P
position.
3. Switch the ignition ON.
4. Adjust the follo wing parts to the
desired conditions.
Driver's seat
Active driving display
Outside mirrors
5. Press the SET button continuously until a sound is activated.
1. 1 button
2. 2 button
3. SET button
6. Do the following operation within 5 seconds after the sound is activated to
program the driving position.
Programming to a position
memory button
Press the button you want to
program, either 1 or 2 button.
Programming to the transmitter
Press the unlock button on the
transmitter.
A sound is activated when the
operation is completed correctly.
NOTE
If you do not perform the operation
correctly, a sound indicating that the
programming has failed is activated.
If the angle of the outer mirrors only
changes a little, the angle of the outer
mirrors may not have been programmed
correctly.
If the angle of the outer mirrors is
adjusted close to the limits of its range
of motion, the driving position can be
successfully programmed, but it may fail
when calling up the programmed
driving position.
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Seats
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Calling up the programmed driving
position
CAUTION
Do not place fingers or hands around the
bottom of the seat while the seat memory
function is operating. The seat moves
automatically while the seat memory
function is operating and fingers or hands
could get pinched and injured.
Using the position memory button
1. Make sure the parking brake is on.
2. (Automatic transmission)
Make sure the selector lever is in the P
position.
3. Switch the ignition ON.
4. Press the programming button for the driving position you want to call up
(button 1 or 2).
5. A sound is activated when the adjustment to the programmed driving
position is completed.
NOTE
When adjustment of the driving position
is not necessary, a sound is not
activated.
The driving position adjustment is
canceled in the following cases:
The seat adjustment switch on the
driver's seat is operated.
The angle of the outer mirrors is
adjusted.
The SET button is pressed.
Programming button 1 or 2 is pressed.
The lock button or unlock button on
the transmitter is pressed.
The vehicle starts moving.
The active driving display is adjusted.
(Manual transmission)
The parking brake is released.
(Automatic transmission)
The selector lever is shifted to a
position other than P.
Using the transmitter
1. Unlock the driver's door using one of the following methods.
Touch the sensing area of the door
release touch sensor.
Press the unlock button on the
transmitter.
2. When you open the driver's door within 90 seconds after unlocking the
doors, the adjustment of the following
parts starts.
Driver's seat
Active driving display (When the
ignition is switched ON, the adjusted
active driving display is activated.)
Outside mirrors
A sound is activated when the
adjustment is completed.
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Seats
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NOTE
When adjustment of the driving position
is not necessary, a sound is not
activated.
The driving position adjustment is
canceled in the following cases:
The seat adjustment switch on the
driver's seat is operated.
The angle of the outer mirrors is
adjusted.
The SET button is pressed.
Programming button 1 or 2 is pressed.
The lock button or unlock button on
the transmitter is pressed.
The vehicle starts moving.
The active driving display is adjusted.
(Manual transmission)
The parking brake is released.
(Automatic transmission)
The selector lever is shifted to a
position other than P.
Erasing programmed driving positions
Erasing the dr iving positions
programmed to the key
1. Switch the ignition OFF.
2. Press the SET button continuously
until a sound is activated.
3. Press the lock button on the transmitter
within 5 seconds after the sound is
activated.
NOTE
If you do not perform the operation
correctly, a sound indicating that the
programming has failed is activated.
▼Adjusting the Front Passenger's
Seat
1.
Seat Slide
To move a seat forwa rd or backward,
raise the lever and slide the seat to the
desired position and release the lever.
Make sure the lever returns to its
original position a nd the seat is locked
in place by attempting to push it
forward and backward.
2. Seat Recline
To change the seatback angle, lean
forward slightly while raising the lever.
Then lean back to the desired position
and release the lever.
Make sure the lever returns to its
original position a nd the seatback is
locked in place by attempting to push
it forward and backward.

Essential Safety Equipment
Seats
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Break-In Period
▼Break-In Period
No special break-in is necessary, but a few
precautions in the first 1,000 km (600
miles) may add to
the performance,
economy, and life of the vehicle.
Do not race the engine.
Do not maintain one constant speed,
either slow or fast, for a long period of
time.
Do not drive constantly at full-throttle or
high engine rpm for e xtended periods of
time.
Avoid unnecessary hard stops.
Avoid full-throttle starts.
Saving Fuel and Protection of the Environment
▼Saving Fuel and Protection of the
Environment
How you operate your Mazda determines
how far it will travel
on a tank of fuel. Use
these suggestions to help save fuel and
reduce CO
2.
Avoid long warm-ups. Once the engine
runs smoothly, begin driving.
Avoid fast starts.
Drive at lower speeds.
Anticipate when to apply the brakes
(avoid sudden braking).
Follow the maintenance schedule and
have an Authorized Mazda Dealer
perform inspections and servicing.
Refer to Scheduled Maintenance
(U.S.A. and Puerto Rico) on page 6-4.
Refer to Scheduled Maintenance
(Canada) on page 6-6.
Refer to Scheduled Maintenance
(Mexico) on page 6-8.
Use the air conditioner only when
necessary.
Slow down on rough roads.
Keep the tires properly inflated.
Do not carry unnecessary weight.
Do not rest your foot on the brake pedal
while driving.
Keep the wheels in correct alignment.
Keep windows closed at high speeds.
Slow down when driving in crosswinds
and headwinds.
Before Driving
Driving Tips
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WA R N I N G
Never stop the engine when going down a
hill:
Stopping the engine when going down a
hill is dangerous. This causes the loss of
power steering and power brake control,
and may cause damage to the drivetrain.
Any loss of steering or braking control
could cause an accident.
Hazardous Driving
▼Hazardous Driving
WA R N I N G
Be extremely careful if it is necessary to
downshift on slippery surfaces:
Downshifting into lower gear while driving
on slippery surfaces is dangerous. The
sudden change in tire speed could cause
the tires to skid. This could lead to loss of
vehicle control and an accident.
When driving on ice or in water, snow,
mud, sand, or similar hazards:
Be cautious and allow extra distance for
braking.
Avoid sudden braking and sudden
maneuvering.
Do not pump the brakes. Continue to
press down on the brake pedal.
Refer to Antilock Brake System (ABS)
on page 4-75.
If you get stuck, select a lower gear and
accelerate slowly. Do not spin the front
wheels.
For more traction in
starting on slippery
surfaces such as ice or packed snow, use
sand, rock salt, chains, carpeting, or
other nonslip material under the front
wheels.
NOTE
Use snow chains only on the front wheels.
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Driving Tips
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Floor Mat
▼Floor Mat
We recommend the use of Genuine
Mazda floor mats.
WA R N I N G
Make sure the
floor mats are hooked on the
retention pins to prevent them from
bunching up under the foot pedals:
Using a floor mat that is not secured is
dangerous as it will interfere with the
accelerator and brake pedal operation,
which could result in an accident.
Do not install two floor mats, one on top of
the other, on the driver's side:
Installing two floor mats, one on top of the
other, on the driver's side is dangerous as
the retention pins can only keep one floor
mat from sliding forward.
Loose floor mat(s) will interfere with the
foot pedals and could result in an accident.
If using an all-weather mat for winter use
always remove the original floor mat.
When setting a floor mat, position the
floor mat so that its grommets are inserted
over the pointed end of the retention posts.
Rocking the Vehicle
▼Rocking the Vehicle
WA R N I N G
Do not spin the wheels at more than 56
km/h (35 mph), and do not allow anyone
to stand behind a wheel when pushing the
vehicle:
When the vehicle is stuck, spinning the
wheels at high speed is dangerous. The
spinning tire could
overheat and explode.
This could cause serious injuries.
CAUTION
Too much rocking may cause engine
overheating, transmission failure, and tire
damage.
If you must rock the vehicle to free it from
snow, sand or mud, depress the accelerator
slightly and slowly mo ve the shift lever/
selector lever from 1 (D) to R position.
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Driving Tips
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Winter Driving
▼Winter Driving
Carry emergency gear, including tire
chains, window scraper, flares, a small
shovel, jumper cables
, and a small bag of
sand or salt.
Ask an Authorized Maz da Dealer to check
the following:
Have the proper ratio of antifreeze in the
radiator.
Refer to Engine Coolant on page 6-17.
Inspect the ba ttery and its cables. Cold
reduces battery capacity.
Use an engine oil appropriate for the
lowest ambient temperatures that the
vehicle will be driven in (page 6-15).
Inspect the ignition system for damage
and loose connections.
Use washer fluid made with
antifreeze―but do not use engine
coolant antifreeze for washer fluid (page
6-19).
NOTE
Remove snow before driving. Snow left
on the windshield is dangerous as it
could obstruct vision.
Do not apply excessive force to a
window scraper when removing ice or
frozen snow on the mirror glass and
windshield.
Never use warm or hot water for
removing snow or ice from windows and
mirrors as it could result in the glass
cracking.
Drive slowly. Braking performance can
be adversely affected if snow or ice
adheres to the brake components. If this
situation occurs, drive the vehicle
slowly, releasing the accelerator pedal
and lightly applying the brakes several
times until the brake performance
returns to normal.
▼ Snow Tires
Use snow tires on all 4 wheels
Do not go faster than 120 km/h (75 mph)
while driving with snow tires. Inflate snow
tires 30 kPa (0.3 kgf/cm
2, 4.3 psi) more
than recommended on the tire pressure
label (driver's door frame), but never more
than the maximum cold-tire pressure
shown on the tires.

Mexico
The vehicle is origin ally equipped with
summer tires designed for optimum
traction on wet and dry roads. If your
vehicle is to be used on snow and ice
covered roads, Mazda recommends that
you replace the tires originally equipped
on your vehicle with snow tires during the
winter months.
Except Mexico
The vehicle is origina lly equipped with all
season radials designed to be used all year
around. In some extreme climates you
may find it necessary to replace them with
snow tires during the winter months to
further improve traction on snow and ice
covered roads.
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Driving Tips
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