warning lights MAZDA MODEL CX-3 2021 User Guide

Theft-Deterrent System*
If the theft-deterrent system detects an
inappropriate entry into the vehicle, which
could result in the vehicle or its contents
being stolen, the alarm alerts the
surrounding area of an abnormality by
sounding the horn and flashing the hazard
warning lights.

The system will not function unless it's
properly armed. So when you leave the
vehicle, follow the arming procedure
correctly.
▼ Operation
System triggering conditions
The horn sounds intermittently and the
hazard warning lights flash for about 30
seconds when the system is triggered by
any one of the following:
Unlocking a door with
the auxiliary key,
door lock switch, or an inside door-lock
knob.
Forcing open a door, the hood or the
liftgate.
Opening the hood by operating the hood
release handle.
Switching the ignition ON without using
the push button start.
If the system is triggered again, the lights
and horn will activate until the driver's
door or the liftgate is unlocked with the
transmitter.
(With the advanced keyless function)
The lights and horn can also be
deactivated by pressing the request switch
on a door.
NOTE
The liftgate does not open while the
theft-deterrent system is operating.
If the battery goes dead while the
theft-deterrent system is armed, the horn
will activate and the hazard warning
lights will flash wh en the battery is
charged or replaced.
▼ How to Arm the System
1. Close the windows and the moonroof*
securely.
2. Switch the ignition OFF.
3. Make sure the hood, the doors, and the liftgate are closed.
4. Press the lock button on the transmitter or lock the driver's door from the
outside with the auxiliary key.
The hazard warning lights will flash
once.
The following method will also arm
the theft-deterrent system:
Press the door-lock switch “
” while
any door is open and then close all of
the doors.
(With the advanced keyless function)
Press a request switch.

The security indicator light in the
instrument cluster flashes twice per
second for 20 seconds.
5. After 20 seconds, the system is fully armed.
Before Driving
Security System
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NOTE
The theft-deterrent system can also be
armed by activating the auto relock
function with all the doors, the liftgate
and the hood closed.
Refer to Transmitter on page 3-5.
The system will disarm if one of the
following operations takes place within
20 seconds after pressing the lock
button:
Unlocking any door.
Opening any door.
Opening the hood.
Switching the ignition ON.
(With the advanced keyless function)
Pressing the electric liftgate opener
while the key is being carried.
To rearm the system, do the arming
procedure again.
When the doors are locked by pressing
the lock button on the transmitter or
using the auxiliary key while the
theft-deterrent system is armed, the
hazard warning lights will flash once to
indicate that the system is armed.
▼ To Tu r n O f f a n A r m e d S y s t e m
An armed system can be turned off using
any one of the following methods:
Pressing the unlock button on the
transmitter.
Starting the engine with the push button
start.
(With the advanced keyless function)
Pressing a request switch on the
doors.
The hazard warning lights will flash twice.
NOTE
When the doors are unlocked by pressing
the unlock button on the transmitter while
the theft-deterrent system is turned off, the
hazard warning lights will flash twice to
indicate that the system is turned off.
▼ To S t o p t h e A l a r m
A triggered alarm can be turned off using
any one of the following methods:
Pressing the unlock button on the
transmitter.
Starting the engine with the push button
start.
(With the advanced keyless function)
Pressing a request switch on the
doors.
Pressing the electric liftgate opener
while the key is being carried.
The hazard warning lights will flash twice.
Before Driving
Security System
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4When Driving
Information concerning safe driving and stopping.
Start/Stop Engine.............................. 4-4 Ignition Switch........ ..................... 4-4
Starting the Engine....................... 4-5
Turning the Engine Off...............4-10
Instrument Cluster and Display ............
........................................................... 4-11 Meters and Gauges..................... 4-11
Active Driving Display
*............. 4-18
Warning/Indicator Lights............4-21
Manual Transaxle Operation......... 4-27 Manual Transaxle Shift
Pattern......................................... 4-27
Automatic Transaxle....................... 4-29 Automatic Transaxle
Controls...................................... 4-29
Shift-Lock System...................... 4-30
Transaxle Ranges........................4-30
Manual Shift Mode..................... 4-32
Direct Mode
*.............................. 4-38
Driving Tips................................4-39
Switches and Controls..................... 4-40 Lighting Control......................... 4-40
Fog Lights
*................................. 4-46
Turn and Lane-Change
Signals........................................ 4-47
Windshield Wipers and
Washer........................................ 4-48
Rear Window Wiper and
Washer........................................ 4-51
Rear Window Defogg er.............. 4-52
Horn............................................ 4-53
Hazard Warning Flasher............. 4-54
Brake................................................ 4-55 Brake System.............................. 4-55
AUTOHOLD.............................. 4-59
Hill Launch Assist (HLA).......... 4-63
ABS/TCS/DSC................................. 4-65 Antilock Brake System
(ABS)..........................................4-65
Traction Control System
(TCS).......................................... 4-66
Dynamic Stability Control
(DSC)..........................................4-68
Fuel Economy Monitor................... 4-69 Fuel Economy Monitor
*............. 4-69
Drive Selection................................. 4-71 Drive Selection
*..........................4-71
i-ACTIV AWD................................. 4-73 i-ACTIV AWD Operation
*.........4-73
Power Steering................................. 4-74 Power Steering............................4-74
i-ACTIVSENSE............................... 4-75 i-ACTIVSENSE
*........................4-75
Adaptive Front Lighting System
(AFS)
*........................................ 4-78
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(amber) illuminates when the ignition is
switched ON and the engine is not
running.)
Some indicator lights/warning lights
should be inspected before the engine is
started (page 4-21).
NOTE
When the push button start is pressed to
ON, the sound of the fuel pump motor
operating near the fuel tank can be heard.
This does not indicate an abnormality.
Starting the Engine
WA R N I N G
Radio waves from the key may affect
medical devices such as pacemakers:
Before using the key near people who use
medical devices, ask the medical device
manufacturer or your physician if radio
waves from the key w ill affect the device.
NOTE
The key must be carried because the key
carries an immobilizer chip that must
communicate with the engine controls at
short range.
The engine can be started when the push
button start is pressed from off, ACC, or
ON.
The push button start system functions
(function which can start the engine by
only carrying the key) can be
deactivated to prevent any possible
adverse effect on a user wearing a
pacemaker or other medical device. If
the system is deactivated, you will be
unable to start the engine by carrying
the key. Consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer for details. If the push button
start system functions have been
deactivated, you can start the engine by
following the procedure indicated when
the key battery goes dead.
Refer to Engine Start Function When
Key Battery is Dead on page 4-8.
After starting a cold engine, the engine
speed increases and a whining sound
from the engine compartment can be
heard.
When Driving
Start/Stop Engine
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the ignition is switched ON. We
recommend keeping the tank over 1/4 full.

Full
1/4 Full
Empty
If the low fuel warning light illuminates or
the fuel level is very low, refuel as soon as
possible.
If inconsistency in engine performance or
stalling occurs due to low fuel level
conditions, refuel the vehicle as soon as
possible and add at least 10 L (2.7 US gal,
2.2 Imp gal) of fuel.
Refer to Taking Action on page 7-33.
NOTE
After refueling, it may require some time
for the indicator to stabilize. In addition,
the indicator may deviate while driving
on a slope or curve since the fuel moves
in the tank.
The display indicating a quarter or less
remaining fuel has more segments to
show the remaining fuel level in greater
detail.
The direction of the arrow () indicates
that the fuel-filler lid is on the left side
of the vehicle.
▼ Dashboard Illumination
(Without auto-light control)
When the position lights are turned on
with the ignition
switched ON, the
brightness of the dashboard illumination is
dimmed.
(With auto-light control)
When the position lights are turned on
with the ignition switched ON, the
brightness of the dashboard illumination is
dimmed. However, when the light sensor
detects that the surrounding area is bright
such as when the position lights are turned
on in the daytime, the dashboard
illumination does not dim.
NOTE
(With auto-light control)
When the ignition is switched ON in the
early evening or at dusk, the dashboard
illumination is dimmed for several
seconds until the light sensor detects the
brightness of the surrounding area,
however, the dimmer may cancel after
the brightness is detected.
When the position lights are turned on,
the position lights i ndicator light in the
instrument cluster turns on.
Refer to Headlights on page 4-40.
The brightness of the instrument cluster
and dashboard illuminations can be
adjusted by ro tating the knob.
The brightness decreases by rotating the
knob to the left. A beep sound will be
heard when the knob has been rotated to
the maximum dim position.
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
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Warning/Indicator Lights
Instrument Cluster varies depending on model and specifications.
Warning/Indicator lights will appear in any of the highlighted areas
Type A
Type B
Center of Dashboard (Digital Speed Meter Type)
(Analog Speed Meter Type)
Instrument Cluster
▼
Warning Lights
These lights turn on or flash to notify the us
er of the system operation status or a system
malfunction.
Signal Warning Lights Page
Brake System Warning Light*1*27-26
ABS Warning Light*1
Electronic Brake Force
Distribution System Wa r n i n g7-26
ABS warning 7-29
Charging System Warning Light*17-26
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
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SignalWarning Lights Page
Engine Oil Warning Light*17-26
(Red)High Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
*17-26
Power Steering Malfunction Indicator Light*17-26
Master Warning Light*17-29
Electric Parking Brake (EPB) Warning Light*17-29
(Red)Brake Pedal Operation Demand Warning Light
*1
Flashing
4-59
Buzzer & Flashing 7-29
Check Engine Light*17-29
*Automatic Transaxle Warning Light*17-29
Air Bag/Front Seat Belt Preten sioner System Warning Light*17-29
*AWD Warning Light*17-29
*Tire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light*1
Flashing
7-29
Turns on 7-33
(Red) KEY Warning Light
*1
Turns on
7-29
Flashing 7-33
(Amber)
*High Beam Control System (HBC) Warning Light*17-29
*Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) Warning Light*1
Flashing4-85
Turns on 7-29
(Amber)
*Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function
(MRCC with Stop & Go function) Warning Indication 7-29
*LED Headlight Warning Light*17-29
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
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SignalWarning Lights Page
Low Fuel Warning Light 7-33
Check Fuel Cap Warning Light*17-33
Seat Belt Warning Light (Front seat) 7-33
Door-Ajar Warning Light7-33
*Low Washer Fluid Level Warning Light7-33
(Amber)
*Smart Brake Support/Smart C
ity Brake Support (SBS/SCBS)
Wa r n i n g L i g h t 7-33
*1 The light turns on when the ignition is switched on for an operation check, and turns off a few seconds later or
when the engine is started. If the light does not turn on or remains turned on, have the vehicle inspected at an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
*2 The light turns on continuously when the parking brake is applied.
▼ Indicator Lights
These lights turn on or flash to notify the us
er of the system operation status or a system
malfunction.
Signal Indicator Lights Page
*Front Passenger Air Bag Deactivation Indicator Light*12-66
(Green)KEY Indicator Light 3-9
Security Indicator Light*13-37
Wrench Indicator Light*14-25
(Blue)
Low Engine Coolant Temperature Indicator Light 4-26
*Shift Position Indication
4-31
Lights-On Indicator Light
4-40
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
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SignalIndicator Lights Page
Headlight High-Beam Indicator Light Headlight High-Low
Beam4-44
Flashing the Headlights 4-44
Turn Signal/Hazard Warning Indicator Lights Turn and Lane-Change
Signals4-47
Hazard Warning Flasher 4-54
(Green)
*Brake Pedal Operation demand Indicator Light 4-55
AUTOHOLD Active Indicator Light*14-60
*Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function
(MRCC with Stop & Go function) indicator Light 4-112
*Front Fog Light Indicator Light
4-46
TCS/DSC Indicator Light*1
Traction Control System
(TCS)4-66
Dynamic Stability Con ‐
trol (DSC) 4-68
Turns on 7-29
TCS OFF Indicator Light*14-67
*Select Mode Indicator Light 4-72
(Green)
*High Beam Control System (HBC) Indicator Light4-80
*Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) OFF Indicator Light*1
Malfunction
7-29
Except malfunction 4-91
*Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) OFF Indicator
Light*14-85
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
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Shift-Lock System
The shift-lock system prevents shifting out
of P unless the brake pedal is depressed.

To shift from P:
1. Depress and hold the brake pedal.
2. Start the engine.
3. Press and hold the lock-release button.
4. Move the selector lever.
NOTE
When the ignition is switched to ACC or
the ignition is switched off, the selector
lever cannot be shifted from P position.
The ignition cannot be switched to OFF
if the selector lever is not in P position.
▼ Shift-Lock Override
If the selector lever will not move from P
using the proper shift procedure, continue
to hold down the brake pedal.
1. Remove the shift-lock override cover
using a cloth-wr apped flat head
screwdriver.
2. Insert a screwdriver and push it down.
Cover
3. Press and hold the lock-release button.
4. Move the selector lever.
Take the vehicle to an Authorized Mazda
Dealer to have the system checked.
Transaxle Ranges
The shift position indication in the
instrument cluster illuminates.
Refer to Warning/Indicator Lights on
page 4-21.
The selector lever must be in P or N
position to operate the starter.
P (Park)
P locks the transaxle and prevents the
front wheels from rotating.
WA R N I N G
Always set the selector lever to P position
and set the parking brake:
Only setting the selector lever to the P
position without using the parking brake to
hold the vehicle is dangerous. If P fails to
hold, the vehicle could move and cause an
accident.
CAUTION
 Shifting into P, N or R while the vehicle is
moving can damage your transaxle.
 Shifting into a driving gear or reverse
when the engine is running faster than
idle can damage the transaxle.
R (Reverse)
In position R, the vehicle moves only
backward. You must be at a complete stop
before shifting to or from R, except under
rare circumstances as explained in
Rocking the Vehicle (page 3-42).
N (Neutral)
In N, the wheels and transaxle are not
locked. The vehicle will roll freely even
When Driving
Automatic Transaxle
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