MAZDA MODEL 3 SEDAN 2022 Owners Manual

A rear passenger steps on the front
passenger seat rails with their feet.
 Luggage or other items are placed on
the seatback or hung on the head
restraint.
 Heavy items are placed in the
seatback map pocket.
 The seat is washed.
 Liquids are spilled on the seat.
 The front passenger seat is moved
backward, pushing into luggage or
other items placed behind it.
 The front passenger seatback
contacts the rear seat.
 Luggage or other items are placed
between the front passenger seat
and driver seat.
 Any accessories which might increase
the total seated weight on the front
passenger seat are attached to the
front passenger seat.
CAUTION
To assure proper deployment of the
front air bag and to prevent damage
to the sensors in the front seat
bottoms:
 Do not place sharp objects on the
front seat bottoms or leave heavy
luggage on them.
 Do not spill any liquids on the
front seats or under the front seats.
 To allow the sensors to function
properly, always perform the
following:
 Adjust the front seats as far back as
possible and always sit upright
against the seatbacks with seat
belts worn properly.
If you place your child on the front
passenger seat, secure the
child-restraint system properly and
slide the front passenger seat as far
back as possible (page 2-47).
NOTE
The system requires about 10
seconds to alternate between turning
the front passenger front and side air
bags and knee air bags, and seat belt
pretensioner system on or off.
The front passenger air bag
deactivation indicator light may
illuminate repeatedly if luggage or
other items are put on the front
passenger seat, or if the temperature
of the vehicle's interior changes
suddenly.
The front passenger air bag
deactivation indicator light may
illuminate for 10 seconds if the total
seated weight on the front passenger
seat changes.
The air bag/front seat belt
pretensioner system warning light
might illuminate if the front
passenger seat receives a severe
impact.
If the front passenger air bag
deactivation indicator light does not
illuminate after installing a
child-restraint system on the front
passenger seat,
first, re-install your
child-restraint system according to
the procedure in this owner's
manual. Then, if the front passenger
air bag deactivation indicator light
still does not illuminate, install the
child-restraint system on the rear seat
and consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer as soon as possible.
Essential Safety Equipment
SRS Air Bags
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If the front passenger air bag
deactivation indicator light
illuminates when an adult is seated
in the front passenger seat, have the
passenger re-adjust their posture by
sitting with their feet on the floor,
and then re-fastening the seat belt. If
the front passenger air bag
deactivation indicator light still
illuminates, move the passenger to
the rear seat. If sitting in the rear seat
is not possible, slide the front
passenger seat as far back as
possible. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
▼Driver and Front Passenger Buckle
Switches
The buckle switches on the front seat
belts detect whether or not the front
seat belts are securely fastened and
further control the deployment of the
air bags.
Constant Monitoring
▼Constant Monitoring
The following components of the air
bag systems are monitored by a
diagnostic system:

Front air bag sensorsCrash sensors, and diagnostic
module (SAS unit)
Side crash sensorsAir bag modulesFront seat belt pretensionersAir bag/Front seat belt pretensioner
system warning light
Related wiring
(With Driver and Front Passenger
Occupant Classification System)
Driver seat slide position sensorFront passenger occupant
classification sensor
Front passenger occupantclassification module
Front passenger air bag deactivation
indicator light
Front passenger seat belt buckle
switch

The diagnostic module continuously
monitors the system's readiness. This
begins when the ignition is switched
ON and continues while the vehicle is
being driven.
Essential Safety Equipment
SRS Air Bags
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MEMO
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3Before Driving
Use of various features, including keys, doors, mirrors and
windows.
Keys........................................ 3-2 Keys...................................... 3-2
Keyless Entry System...............3-4
Advanced Keyless Entry
System.....................................3-9 Advanced Keyless Entry
System
*................................. 3-9
Operational Range...............3-10
Doors and Locks..................... 3-11 Door Locks.......................... 3-11
Liftgate/Trunk Lid.................3-20
Inside Trunk Release Lever (4-
door)
*................................. 3-24
Fuel and Emission................... 3-26 Fuel and Engine Exhaust
Precautions......................... 3-26
Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap..........3-28
Mirrors.................................. 3-31 Mirrors................................3-31
Windows............................... 3-35 Power Windows...................3-35
Moonroof*.......................... 3-38
Security System.......................3-42 Modification and Add-
On Equipment..................... 3-42
Immobilizer System..............3-42
Theft-Deterrent System
*........3-44
Driving Tips............................ 3-46 Break-In Period.................... 3-46
Saving Fuel and Protection of the
Environment........................ 3-46
Hazardous Driving............... 3-47
Floor Mat............................ 3-48
Rocking the Vehicle..............3-48
Winter Driving..................... 3-49
Driving In Flooded Area........3-51
Overloading........................ 3-51
Driving on Uneven Road.......3-52
Turbocharger Information
(SKYACTIV-G 2.5T).............. 3-52
Towing.................................. 3-53 Trailer Towing...................... 3-53
Recreational Towing............. 3-53
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Keys
▼Keys
WARNING
Do not leave the key in your vehicle
with children and keep them in a
place where your children will not
find or play with them:
Leaving children in a vehicle with the
key is dangerous. This could result in
someone being badly injured or even
killed. Children may find these keys to
be an interesting toy to play with and
could cause the power windows or
other controls to operate, or even
make the vehicle move.
CAUTION

Because the key (transmitter) uses
low-intensity radio waves, it may not
function correctly under the
following conditions:
 The key (transmitter) is carried with
communication devices such as
cellular phones.
 The key (transmitter) contacts or is
covered by a metal object.
 The key (transmitter) is near
electronic devices such as personal
computers.
 Non-Mazda genuine electronic
equipment is installed in the
vehicle.
 There is equipment which
discharges radio waves near the
vehicle.
 The key (transmitter) may consume
battery power excessively if it
receives high-intensity radio waves.
Do not place the key (transmitter)
near electronic devices such as
televisions or personal computers.
To avoid damage to the key
(transmitter), DO NOT:
 Drop the key (transmitter).
 Get the key (transmitter) wet.
 Disassemble the key (transmitter).
 Expose the key (transmitter) to
high temperatures on places such
as the dashboard, under direct
sunlight.
 Expose the key (transmitter) to any
kind of magnetic field.
 Place heavy objects on the key
(transmitter).
 Put the key (transmitter) in an
ultrasonic cleaner.
 Put any magnetized objects close
to the key (transmitter).

NOTE
The driver must carry the key
(transmitter) to ensure the system
functions properly.
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Keys
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Tra n s m i t t e r
1. Transmitter (page 3-5)

Auxiliary key
There is a removable auxiliary key
inside the transmitter.

Removing the auxiliary key
1. Remove the lower cover whilesliding the knob in the direction of
the arrow.
2. Remove the auxiliary key.
Installing the auxiliary key
1. Install the auxiliary key as the
illustration.
2. Insert the tabs of the lower coverinto the slots of the transmitter and
install the lower cover.

Key code number plate
A code number is stamped on the
plate attached to the key set; detach
this plate and store it in a safe place
(not in the vehicle) for use if you need
to make a replacement key (auxiliary
key).
Also write down the code number and
keep it in a separate safe and
convenient place, but not in the
vehicle.
If your key (auxiliary key) is lost, consult
an Authorized Mazda Dealer and have
your code number ready.
1. Key code number plate
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Keyless Entry System
▼Keyless Entry System
This system uses the key buttons to
remotely lock and unlock the doors,
liftgate, and fuel-filler lid, and opens
the trunk lid.
The system can start the engine
without having to take the key out of
your purse or pocket.
It can also help you signal for attention
or help.
Operating the theft-deterrent system is
also possible on theft-deterrent
system-equipped vehicles.

System malfunctions or warnings are
indicated by the following warning
lights or beeps.
Check the displayed message for more
information and, if necessary, have the
vehicle inspected at an Authorized
Mazda Dealer, according to the
indication.
KEY Warning Indication/Warning
Light (Red)
Refer to KEY Warning Indication/
Warning Light (Red) on page 7-34.
Ignition Not Switched Off (STOP)
Warning Beep
Refer to Ignition Not Switched
Off
(STOP) Warning Beep on page
7-44.
Key Removed from Vehicle Warning
Beep
Refer to Key Removed from Vehicle
Warning Beep on page 7-44.
If you have a problem with the key,
consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

If your key is lost or stolen, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible for a replacement and to
make the lost or stolen key inoperative.
CAUTION
Radio equipment like this is governed
by laws in the United States.
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE
The keyless entry system operation
may vary due to local conditions.
The keyless entry system is fully
operational when the ignition is
switched off. The system does not
operate if the ignition is switched to
any position other than off.
If the key does not operate when
pressing a button or the operational
range becomes too small, the battery
may be weak. To install a new
battery, refer to Key Battery
Replacement (page 6-30).
Battery life is about 1 year. Replace
the battery with a new one if the
messages are displayed in the
instrument cluster. Replacing the
battery about once a year is
recommended because the KEY
warning indication may not display
depending on the rate of battery
depletion.
Additional keys can be obtained at
an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Up to
6 keys can be used with the keyless
functions per vehicle. Bring all keys
to an Authorized Mazda Dealer
when additional keys are required.
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▼Transmitter
1. Operation indicator light
2. Lock button (
)
3. Unlock button (
)
4. Trunk button (4–door) (
)
5. Panic button (
)
NOTE
The headlights turn on/off by
operating the transmitter. Refer to
Leaving Home Light on page 4-60.
(With theft-deterrent system)
The hazard warning lights flash when
the theft-deterrent system is armed
or turned off.
Refer to Theft-Deterrent System on
page 3-44.
(With the advanced keyless
function)
A beep sound can be heard for
confirmation when the doors,
liftgate, and fuel-filler lid are locked/
unlocked using the key. If you prefer,
the beep sound can be turned off.
The volume of the beep sound can
also be changed.
Refer to the Settings section in the
Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.
The operation indicator light flashes
when the buttons are pressed.
Lock button
To lock the doors, liftgate, and
fuel-filler lid, press the lock button and
the hazard warning lights will flash
once.
(With the advanced keyless function)
A beep sound will be heard once.

To confirm that all the doors, liftgate,
and fuel-filler lid have been locked,
press the lock button again within 5
seconds. If they are closed and locked,
the horn will sound.
NOTE
The doors can be locked when the
lock button on the transmitter is
pressed while any door is open.
To prevent the transmitter from being
left in the vehicle, make sure that the
driver carries the transmitter when
locking the doors with any door
open.
When any door or the liftgate/trunk
lid is open and the lock button is
pressed, the closed doors can be
locked. After that, any other open
door or the liftgate/trunk lid can be
locked by closing them.
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Confirm that all the doors, liftgate,
and fuel-filler lid are locked visually
or audibly by use of the double click.
Make sure all the doors, liftgate, and fuel-filler lid are locked after pressing
the button.
(With theft-deterrent system)
If the lock button is pressed with all
the doors and liftgate closed, the
hazard warning lights will flash and
the theft-deterrent system is armed.
Unlock button
To unlock the driver's door and the
fuel-filler lid, press the unlock button
and the hazard warning lights will flash
twice.
(With the advanced keyless function)
A beep sound will be heard twice.

To unlock the other doors and liftgate,
press the unlock button again within 5
seconds and two more beep sounds
will be heard.
NOTE
The system can be set to unlock all
the doors, liftgate, and fuel-filler lid
when pressing the unlock button
once.
Refer to the Settings section in the
Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.
(Auto re-lock function)
After unlocking with the key, all the
doors, liftgate, and fuel-filler lid will
automatically lock if any of the
following operations are not
performed within about 60 seconds.
If your vehicle has a theft-deterrent
system, the hazard warning lights will flash for
confirmation.
The time required for the doors to
lock automatically can be changed.
Refer to the Settings section in the
Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.
A door or the liftgate/trunk lid is
opened.
The ignition is switched to any
position other than off.
(With theft-deterrent system)
When the doors are unlocked by
pressing the unlock button on the
key while the theft-deterrent system
is turned off, the hazard warning
lights will flash twice to indicate that
the system is turned off.
Trunk button (4–door)
To open the trunk lid, press and hold
the trunk button until the trunk lid
opens.
Panic button
If you witness from a distance
someone attempting to break into or
damage your vehicle, press and hold
the panic button to activate the
vehicle's alarm. Call emergency
services if necessary.
NOTE
The panic button will work whether
any door or the liftgate/trunk lid is
open or closed.
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(Turning on the alarm)
Pressing the panic button for 1 second
or more will trigger the alarm for about
2 minutes and 30 seconds, and the
following will occur:
The horn sounds intermittently.The hazard warning lights flash.
(Turning off the alarm)
The alarm stops by pressing any button
on the key.
Power saving function
By turning on the transmitter power
saving function, the advanced keyless
entry
*1 system functions turn off and
the battery power consumption of the
transmitter is restricted.
The remote control function is
operational by operating the
transmitter switch even while the
power saving function is turned on.
However, the operation indicator light
of the transmitter does not turn on/
flash.
Turning on the power saving function
After you have turned on the power
saving function according to the
following procedure, the hazard
warning lights and sound operate
*1
one time.
1. Press the lock button on the transmitter 4 times within 3
seconds to turn on the operation
indicator light.
2. Press the lock button continuously for 1.5 seconds or longer while the
operation indicator light turns on
(for 5 seconds).
3. Press any of the buttons on the transmitter to make sure that the
operation indicator light does not
turn on/flash.
Turning off the power saving function
After you have turned off the power
saving function according to the
following procedure, the hazard
warning lights and sound operate
*1
one time.
1. Press any of the buttons on the transmitter to make sure that the
operation indicator light does not
turn on/flash.
2. Press the lock button on the transmitter 4 times within 3
seconds to turn on the operation
indicator light.
3. Press the lock button continuously for 1.5 seconds or longer while the
operation indicator light turns on
(for 5 seconds).
*1 With the advanced keyless function
▼Operational Range
The system operates only when the
driver is in the vehicle or within
operational range while the key is
being carried.
Starting the engine
NOTE
Starting the engine may be possible
even if the key is outside of the
vehicle and extremely close to a door
and window, however, always start
the engine from the driver's seat.
If the vehicle is started and the key is
not in the vehicle, the vehicle will not
restart after it is shut off and the
ignition is switched off.
The luggage compartment/trunk is
out of the assured operational range,
however, if the key (transmitter) is
operable the engine will start.
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