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

▼Warning Indication/Warning Lights
These lights turn on or flash to
notify the user of the system operation status or a system
malfunction.
Signal Warning Refer to
Brake System Warning Indication/Warning Light*17-27
ABS Warning Indication/Warning Light*1
Electronic Brake
Force Distribu‐ tion SystemWa r n i n g 7-28
ABS warning 7-30
Charging System Warning Indication/Warning Light*17-28
Engine Oil Warning Indication/Warning Light*17-28
High Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Indication 7-29
Power Steering Malfunction Indication/Indicator Light*17-29
Master Warning Indication 7-30
Brake Control System Warning Indication/Warning Light*17-30
Brake Override Warning Indication 7-31
Check Engine Indication/Light*17-31
*Automatic Transmission Warning Indication/Warning Light*17-31
*AWD Warning Indication/Warning Light*17-31
Air Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Indication/ Wa r n i n g
Light*17-32
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
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Lighting Control
▼Headlights
Turn the headlight switch to tur
n the headlights and other exterior lights on or off.
When the taillights, parking lights, licen se plate lights, and the side-marker lights are turned
on, the lights-on indicator light in the instrument cluster tur ns on.

NOTE
If the light switch is left on, the lights will automatically switch off approximately 30
seconds after switching the ignition off.
The time setting can be changed.
Refer to the Settings section in the Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.
To prevent discharging the battery, do not leave the lights on while th e engine is off unless
safety requires them.
Without auto-light control
Switch Position OFF
Headlights OffOff
On*1
Daytime running lights On*2On*2Off
Taillights
Parking lights
License plate lights
Side-marker lights Off
On
*3On*1
*1 When the ignition is switched from ON to ACC or OFF, the headl ights turn off if the auto headlight off
function has been canceled. If the auto headlight off function is enabled, the lights turn on for the set period
using the auto headlight off function, and then they turn off.
When Driving
Switches and Controls
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▼Electric Parking Brake (EPB)
The EPB system applies the parking brake
using an electric motor. The system can
operate automatically and manually.
The EPB switch indica
tor light turns on
when applying the parking brake and it
turns off when releasing the parking brake.
1. Indicator light
WA R N I N G
Do not drive the vehicle with the parking
brake applied:
If the vehicle is driven with the parking
brake applied, the brake parts may
generate heat and the brake system may
not operate, leading to an accident.
Before driving the vehicle, release the
parking brake and make sure that the EPB
indicator light in the instrument cluster
turns off.
Apply the parking brake when leaving the
vehicle:
Not applying the parking brake when
parking the vehicle is dangerous as the
vehicle may move unexpectedly and result
in an accident. Before leaving the vehicle,
apply the parking brake and make sure
that the EPB indicator light in the
instrument cluster turns on.
NOTE
The parking brake cannot be applied or
released while the vehicle battery is
dead.
Refer to If a Jump-Starting on page
7-17.
When the charging system warning light
in the instrument cluster turns on, the
parking brake cannot be applied after
switching the ignition OFF. Before
switching the igniti on OFF, apply the
parking brake manually.
The sound of the parking brake being
applied or released can be heard,
however, this does not indicate a
problem.
If the EPB is not used for long periods,
an automatic inspection of the system is
performed while the vehicle is parked.
An operation sound can be heard,
however, this does not indicate a
problem.
When applying the parking brake and
switching OFF the ignition, an
operation sound can be heard, however,
this does not indicate a problem.
The brake pedal may move while
applying or releasing the parking brake,
however, this does not indicate a
problem.
When Driving
Brake
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Noise may occur on the audio playback
depending on the device connected to
the accessory socket.
 Depending on the device connected to
the accessory socket, the vehicle's
electrical system may be affected, which
could cause the warning light to
illuminate. Disconnect the connected
device and make sure that the problem is
resolved. If the problem is resolved,
disconnect the device from the socket
and switch the ignition off. If the problem
is not resolved, consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
NOTE
To prevent discharging of the battery, do
not use the socket for long periods with the
engine off or idling.
Connecting the accessory socket
1. Open the lid.
2. Pass the connection plug cord through
the cutout of the console and insert the
plug into the accessory socket.

1. Plug
Cup Holder
▼ Cup Holder
WA R N I N G
Never use a cup holder to hold hot liquids
while the vehicle is moving:
Using a cup holder to hold hot liquids while
the vehicle is moving is dangerous. If the
contents spill, you could be scalded.
Do not put anything other than cups or
drink cans in cup holders:
Putting objects other than cups or drink
cans in a cup holder is dangerous.
During sudden braking or maneuvering,
occupants could be hit and injured, or
objects could be thrown around the
vehicle, causing interference with the driver
and the possibility of an accident. Only use
a cup holder for cups or drink cans.
Interior Features
Interior Equipment
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Wear eye protection and protective
gloves to prevent contact with battery
fluid:
Spilled battery fluid is dangerous.
Battery fluid contains SULFURIC ACID
which could cause serious injuries if it gets
in eyes, or on the skin or clothing. If this
happens, immediately flush your eyes with
water for 15 minutes or wash your skin
thoroughly and get medical attention.
Always keep batteries out of the
reach of children:
Allowing children to play near batteries is
dangerous. Battery fluid could cause
serious injuries if it gets in the eyes or on the
skin.
Keep flames and sparks away from
open battery cells and do not allow metal
tools to contact the positive (+) or negative
(-) terminal of the battery when working
near a battery. Do not allow the positive (+)
terminal to contact the vehicle body:
Flames and sparks near open battery cells
are dangerous. Hydrogen gas, produced
during normal battery operation, could
ignite and cause the battery to explode. An
exploding battery can cause serious burns
and injuries. Keep all flames including
cigarettes and sparks away from open
battery cells.
Keep all flames and sparks away
from open battery cells because hydrogen
gas is produced from open battery cells
while charging the battery or adding
battery fluid:
Flames and sparks near open battery cells
are dangerous. Hydrogen gas, produced
during normal battery operation, could
ignite and cause the battery to explode. An
exploding battery can cause serious burns
and injuries. Keep all flames including
cigarettes and sparks away from open
battery cells.
NOTE
Before performing battery maintenance,
remove the battery cover.

Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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Jump-Starting
▼Jump-Starting
Jump-starting is dangerous if done incorrectly. S
o follow the procedure carefully. If you feel
unsure about jump-starting, we strongly recommend that you have a competent service
technician do the work.
WA R N I N G
Follow These Precautions Carefully:
To ensure safe and correct handling of the ba ttery, read the following precautions carefully
before using the battery or inspecting it.
Keep flames and sparks away from open battery cells and do not allow metal tools to
contact the positive (+) or negative (–) terminal of the battery when working near a battery.
Do not allow the positive (+) terminal to contact the vehicle body:
Flames and sparks near open battery cells are dangerous. Hydrogen gas, produced during
normal battery operation, could ignite and cause the battery to explode. An exploding battery
can cause serious burns and injuries. Keep all flames including cigarettes and sparks away
from open battery cells.
Keep all flames and sparks away from open battery cells because hydrogen gas is
produced from open battery cells while charging the battery or adding battery
fluid:
Flames and sparks near open battery cells are dangerous. Hydrogen gas, produced during
normal battery operation, could ignite and cause the battery to explode. An exploding battery
can cause serious burns and injuries. Keep al l flames including cigarettes and sparks away
from open battery cells.
Do not jump-start a frozen battery or one with a low fluid level:
Jump-starting a frozen battery or one with a low fluid level is dangerous. It may rupture or
explode, causing serious injury.
If Trouble Arises
Battery Runs Out
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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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▼Air Conditioner*
The type of refrigerant used is indicated on a label attached t
o the inside of the engine com‐
partment. Check the label befo re recharging the refrigerant.
Refer to Operating Tips on page 5-2.
Item Specification
Refrigerant Type HFC134a (R-134a)
▼Light Bulbs
Exterior light
Light bulb Category
Wattage UN-R*1 (SAE)
Headlights LED
*2― (―)
Daytime running lights LED
*2― (―)
Parking lights LED type
LED
*2― (―)
Bulb type 5 WY5W (―)
Front turn signal lights LED
*2― (―)
Front side-marker lights LED type
LED
*2― (―)
Bulb type 5WY5W (―)
Side turn signal lights
*LED*2― (―)
High-mount brake light LED
*2― (―)
Rear turn signal lights LED
*2― (―)
Rear side-marker lights LED
*2― (―)
Brake lights LED
*2― (―)
Taillights LED
*2― (―)
Reverse lights LED
*2― (―)
License plate lights LED
*2― (―)
*1 UN-R stands for United Nations Regulation.*2 LED is the abbreviation for Light Emitting Diode.
Specifications
Specifications
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