transmission MAZDA MODEL 3 SEDAN 2022 User Guide

Have your vehicle inspected at an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon
as possible.
NOTE
Under the following conditions,
the KEY warning indication (red)
is displayed after the push button
start is pressed. This informs the
driver that the push button start
will not switch to ACC, even if it
is pressed from off (page 7-34).
The key battery is dead.The key is out of operational
range.
The key is placed in areas where
it is difficult for the system to
detect the signal (page 3-7).
A key from another
manufacturer similar to the key
is in the operational range.
(Forced engine starting method)
If the KEY warning indication
(red) is displayed, or the push
button start indicator light
(amber)
flashes, this could
indicate that the engine may not
start using the usual starting
method (page 7-34). Have your
vehicle inspected at an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as
soon as possible. If this occurs,
the engine can be force-started.
Press and hold the push button
start until the engine starts. Other
procedures necessary for starting
the engine, such as having the key
in the cabin, and depressing the
clutch pedal (manual
transmission) or the brake pedal
(automatic transmission) are
required.
When the engine is force-started,
the KEY warning indication (red)
remains displayed and the push
button start indicator light
(amber) remains flashing.
(Automatic transmission)
When the selector lever is in the
neutral (N) position, the push
button start indicator light (green)
does not turn on.
7. Press the push button start after the push button start indicator light
(green) turns on.
NOTE
After starting the engine, the push
button start indicator light
(amber) turns off and the ignition
switches to the ON position.
After pressing the push button
start and before the engine starts,
the operation sound of the fuel
pump motor from near the fuel
tank can be heard, however, this
does not indicate a malfunction.
8. After starting the engine, let it idle for about 10 seconds.
NOTE
Do not use high engine speeds
until reaching the operating
temperature.
Whether the engine is cold or
warm, it should be started
without the use of the
accelerator.
If the engine does not start the
first time, refer to Starting a
Flooded Engine under Emergency
Starting. If the engine still does
not start, have your vehicle
inspected by an Authorized
Mazda Dealer (page 7-20).
When Driving
Start/Stop Engine
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▼Engine Start Function When Key
Battery is Dead
CAUTION
When starting the engine by holding
the transmitter over the push button
start due to a dead key battery or a
malfunctioning key, be careful not to
allow the following, otherwise the
signal from the key will not be received
correctly and the engine may not start.

Metal parts of other keys or metal
objects touch the key.
Spare keys or keys for other vehicles
equipped with an immobilizer
system touch or come near the key.
Devices for electronic purchases, or
security passage touch or come near
the key.
If the engine cannot be started due to
a dead key battery, the engine can be
started using the following procedure:
1. Continue to depress the brake
pedal firmly until the engine has
completely started.
2. (Manual transmission)
Continue to depress the clutch
pedal firmly until the engine has
completely started.
(Automatic transmission)
Put the vehicle in park (P). If you
must restart the engine while the
vehicle is moving, shift into neutral
(N).
3. Make sure that the push button start indication light (green) flashes.
4. Align the center area of the emblem on the transmitter with the
center area of the push button start
while the push button start
indicator light (green) flashes.

1. Indicator light
2. Push button start
3. Transmitter
4. Emblem

5. Make sure that the push button start indicator light (green) turns
on.
6. Press the push button start to start the engine.
When Driving
Start/Stop Engine
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NOTE
The engine cannot be started
unless the clutch pedal is fully
depressed (manual transmission)
or the brake pedal is fully
depressed (automatic
transmission).
If there is a malfunction with the
push button start function, the
push button start indicator light
(amber) flashes. In this case, the
engine may start, however, have
the vehicle checked at an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as
soon as possible.
If the push button start indicator
light (green) does not illuminate,
perform the operation from the
beginning again. If it does not
illuminate, have the vehicle
checked at an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
To switch the ignition position
without starting the engine,
perform the following operations
after the push button start
indicator light (green) turns on.
1. Release the clutch pedal (manual transmission) or
brake pedal (automatic
transmission).
2. Press the push button start to switch the ignition position.
The ignition switches in the
order of ACC, ON, and off
each time the push button
start is pressed. To switch the
ignition position again,
perform the operation from
the beginning.
▼ Emergency Operation for Starting
the Engine
If the KEY warning indication (red) is
displayed, or the push button start
indicator light (amber) flashes, this
could indicate that the engine may not
start using the usual starting method.
Have your vehicle inspected at an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible. If this occurs, the engine can
be force-started. Press and hold the
push button start until the engine
starts. Other procedures necessary for
starting the engine such as having the
key in the cabin, and depressing the
clutch pedal (manual transmission) or
the brake pedal (automatic
transmission) are required.
When Driving
Start/Stop Engine
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Turning the Engine Off
▼Turning the Engine
Off
WARNING
Do not stop the engine while the
vehicle is moving:
Stopping the engine while the vehicle
is moving for any reason other than in
an emergency is dangerous. Stopping
the engine while the vehicle is moving
will result in reduced braking ability
due to the loss of power braking ,
which could cause an accident and
serious injury.
1. Stop the vehicle completely.
2.(Manual transmission)
Shift into neutral and set the
parking brake.
(Automatic transmission)
Shift the selector lever to the P
position and set the parking brake.
3. Press the push button start to turn
off the engine. The ignition position
is off.
CAUTION
 When leaving the vehicle, make sure
the push button start is off.
NOTE
(SKYACTIV-G 2.0, SKYACTIV-G 2.5)
The cooling fan in the engine
compartment could turn on for a few
minutes after the ignition is switched
from ON to OFF, whether or not the
A/C is on or off, to cool the engine
compartment quickly.
If the system detects that the
remaining battery power of the key is
low when the ignition is switched
from ON to ACC or OFF, the
following is indicated.
Replace with a new battery before
the key becomes unusable.
Refer to Key Battery Replacement on
page 6-30.
A message is indicated in the display
of the instrument cluster.
Refer to KEY Warning Indication/
Warning Light (Red) on page 7-34.
(Automatic transmission)
If the engine is turned off while the
selector lever is in a position other
than P, the ignition switches to ACC.
▼ Emergency Engine Stop
Continuously pressing the push button
start or quickly pressing it any number
of times while the engine is running or
the vehicle is being driven will turn the
engine
off immediately. The ignition
switches to ACC.
When Driving
Start/Stop Engine
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The vehicle's interior temperature
and the set temperature for the air
conditioner are nearly the same.
The i-stop warning light (amber) is
not turned on/flashing.
The keyless entry & push button start
system functions are normal.
The brake vacuum is sufficiently high.The battery is in good condition.While vehicle is stopped
The selector lever is in the D or M
position (not in second gear fixed
mode).
The automatic transmission fluid
has warmed up sufficiently.
The automatic transmission fluid
temperature is not abnormally
high.
The steering wheel is almost in the
straight-ahead position (idling may
not stop even with the steering
wheel in the straight-ahead
position if force is applied to the
steering wheel. Release the force
applied to the steering wheel to
stop engine idling).
The vehicle is stopped by
depressing the brake pedal.
The vehicle is not on a steep slope.The vehicle is not stopped
suddenly.
While driving
The selector lever is in the D or M
position (not in second gear fixed
mode).
While drivingThe vehicle is driven at a vehicle
speed of about 40 km/h (25 mph)
or faster after engine idling stops
while driving.
The vehicle is not driven in sport
mode.
The automatic transmission fluid
has warmed up sufficiently.
The automatic transmission fluid
temperature is not abnormally
high.
The steering wheel is almost in the
straight-ahead position (idling may
not stop even with the steering
wheel in the straight-ahead
position if force is applied to the
steering wheel. Release the force
applied to the steering wheel to
stop engine idling).
The vehicle is stopped by
depressing the brake pedal.
The vehicle is not driven on a
slope.
The vehicle is not stopped
suddenly.
NOTE
Under the following conditions, a
period of time is required to stop
engine idling
The battery power is depleted for
some reason such as the vehicle has
not been driven for a long period.
The ambient temperature is high or
low.
After the battery terminals are
disconnected for some reason such
as for battery replacement.
Engine-stop period is short or time
until next engine idle stop is long
The ambient temperature is high or
low.
The battery power is depleted.Power consumption by the vehicle's
electrical parts is high.
Engine restarts automatically while
engine idling is stopped
Under the following conditions, the
engine restarts automatically.
The i-stop OFF switch is pressed until
the beep sounds.
When Driving
Start/Stop Engine
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i-stop OFF switch indicator light turns
off.
1. Indicator light
NOTE
If the engine is stopped with the i-stop
function stopped, the i-stop function
becomes operational again when the
engine is started the next time.
▼Vehicle Roll Prevention Function
(Automatic transmission)
Vehicles with the i-
stop function are
equipped with a vehicle roll prevention
function. This function prevents the
vehicle from rolling, such as when
releasing the brake pedal while on a
slope under the following conditions:
While engine idling is stopped
(prevents the vehicle from rolling
back)
When the engine restarts after
releasing the brake pedal (prevents
the vehicle's sudden movement due
to vehicle creep), sudden movement
of the vehicle is prevented by
controlling the brakes.
1. Release foot from brake pedal
2. Vehicle brake force maintained
3. Engine restarted
4. Acceleration
When Driving
Start/Stop Engine
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WARNING
Do not rely completely on the vehicle
roll prevention function.
The vehicle roll prevention function
is a supplementary function which
operates for a maximum of 2
seconds after releasing the brake
pedal and accelerating the vehicle
from an engine idling stop condition.
Over reliance on the system may
result in an unexpected accident if
the vehicle were to suddenly
accelerate. Before starting to drive
the vehicle, always confirm the safety
of the surroundings and operate the
selector lever, brake pedal, and
accelerator pedal appropriately.
Note that the vehicle may move
suddenly depending on the vehicle's
load or if it is towing something.
 Note that the vehicle may move
suddenly after the vehicle roll
prevention function is released while
the vehicle is under the following
conditions:
 The selector lever is in the N
position.
 If the selector lever is shifted to the
N position and the brake pedal is
released while the i-stop function
is operating, the brake force is
gradually released. To accelerate
the vehicle, release the brake pedal
after the engine restarts and shift
the selector lever to a position
other than the N position.
NOTE
When the vehicle is stopped on a
steep grade, the vehicle roll
prevention function does not
operate because engine idling is not
stopped.
The brake pedal response may
change, sound may occur from the
brakes, or the brake pedal could
vibrate from the operation of the
vehicle roll prevention function.
However, this does not indicate a
malfunction.
▼ i-stop Warning Light (Amber)/
i-stop Indicator Light (Green)
To ensure safe and comfortable use of
the vehicle, the i-stop system
constantly monitors the driver's
operations, the vehicle's interior and
exterior environment, and the
operational status of the vehicle, and
uses the i-stop warning light (amber)
and i-stop indicator light (green) to
inform the driver of various cautions
and warnings.
NOTE
On vehicles equipped with the center
display, the i-stop operation status is
displayed in the fuel efficiency monitor
display.
Refer to the Fuel Efficiency Monitor
section in the Mazda Connect
Owner's Manual.
i-stop warning light (amber)
When the light is turned on
The light turns on when the ignition
is switched ON and turns
off when
the engine is started.
(Manual transmission)
A sound is activated when the door
is opened while the engine idling is
stopped with the shift lever in a
position other than neutral. In this
case, the engine does not restart
When Driving
Start/Stop Engine
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▼Warning Indication/Warning Lights
These lights turn on or flash to notify th
e 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
Distribution
System Warn- ing
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
(Amber)
*i-stop Warning Indication/Warning Light*17-31
*Automatic Transmission Warning Indication/Warning Light*17-31
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
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Manual TransmissionShift Pattern
▼Manual Transmission Shift Pattern
1. Neutral position

The shift pattern of the transmission is
conventional, as shown.

Depress the clutch pedal all the way
down while shifting; then release it
slowly.

Your vehicle is equipped with a device
to prevent shifting to R (reverse) by
mistake. Push the shift lever downward
and shift to R.

WARNING
Do not use sudden engine braking on
slippery road surfaces or at high
speeds:
Shifting down while driving on wet,
snowy, or frozen roads, or while
driving at high speeds causes sudden
engine braking , which 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.
Always leave the shift lever in 1 or R
position and set the parking brake
when leaving the vehicle unattended:
Otherwise the vehicle could move and
cause an accident.
CAUTION
 Keep your foot off the clutch pedal
except when shifting gears. Also, do
not use the clutch to hold the vehicle
on an upgrade. Riding the clutch will
cause needless clutch wear and
damage.
 Do not apply any excessive lateral
force to the shift lever when
changing from 5th to 4th gear. This
could lead to the accidental
selection of 2nd gear, which could
result in damage to the transmission.
 Make sure the vehicle comes to a
complete stop before shifting to R.
Shifting to R while the vehicle is still
moving may damage the
transmission.
NOTE
If shifting to R is
difficult, shift back
into neutral, release the clutch pedal,
and try again.
When Driving
Manual Transmission Operation
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▼Gear Shift Indicator (GSI)
The GSI supports you to obtain
optimum fuel economy and smooth
driving. It displays the selected gear
position in the instrument cluster as
well as notifies the driver to change to
the most suitable gear position
corresponding to the actual driving
condition.

1. Selected gear position
2. Suitable gear position
Indication
Condition
Numeral The selected gear position is
displayed.
and numer-
al Shift up or down to the indi-
cated gear position is recom-
mended.
CAUTION
Do not rely solely on the shift-up/
shift-down recommendations by
indications. The actual driving situation
might require shift operations
different
from indication. To avoid the risk of
accidents, the road and traffic
conditions have to be judged correctly
by the driver before shifting.
NOTE
The GSI turns off when the following
operations are performed.
The vehicle is stopped.The vehicle is put in neutral.The vehicle is driven in reverse.
The clutch is not fully engaged when
accelerating from a stop.
The clutch pedal remains depressed
for 2 seconds or longer while driving.
▼ Recommendations for Shifting
Upshifting
For normal acceleration, Mazda
recommends these shift points:
(U.S.A. and Canada)
Gear
Vehicle speed
1 to 2 24 km/h (15 mph)
2 to 3 42 km/h (26 mph)
3 to 4 60 km/h (37 mph)
4 to 5 75 km/h (46 mph)
5 to 6 79 km/h (49 mph)
For cruising, Mazda recommends these
shift points:
(U.S.A. and Canada)
Gear Vehicle speed
1 to 2 13 km/h (8 mph)
2 to 3 29 km/h (18 mph)
3 to 4 49 km/h (30 mph)
4 to 5 63 km/h (39 mph)
5 to 6 70 km/h (43 mph)
Downshifting
When you must slow down in heavy
traffic or on a steep upgrade,
downshift before the engine starts to
overwork. This reduces the chance of
stalling and gives better acceleration
when you need more speed.
On a steep downgrade , downshifting
helps maintain safe speed and
prolongs brake life.
When Driving
Manual Transmission Operation
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