traction control MAZDA MODEL CX-30 2021 Owners Manual

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
Cylinder Deactivation...........4-11
Instrument Cluster and
Display.................................. 4-12 Instrument Cluster and
Display................................4-12
Instrument Cluster............... 4-12
Active Driving Display
*......... 4-28
Manual Transmission
Operation.............................. 4-30 Manual Transmission Shift
Pattern................................ 4-30
Automatic Transmission........... 4-33 Automatic Transmission
Controls.............................. 4-33
Shift-Lock System................. 4-34
Transmission Ranges............ 4-35
Manual Shift Mode.............. 4-36
Direct Mode
*.......................4-42
Driving Tips......................... 4-43
Switches and Controls............. 4-44 Lighting Control................... 4-44
Turn and Lane-Change
Signals................................ 4-49
Windshield Wipers and
Washer............................... 4-50
Rear Window Wiper and
Washer............................... 4-54
Rear Window Defogger........ 4-55
Horn................................... 4-56
Hazard Warning Flasher....... 4-57
HomeLink Wireless Control
System
*............................... 4-57
Brake.....................................4-63 Brake System....................... 4-63
AUTOHOLD........................ 4-69
Hill Launch Assist (HLA)........4-73
ABS/TCS/DSC/Off-Road
Traction Assist.........................4-75 Antilock Brake System
(ABS).................................. 4-75
Tra c t i o n C o n t r o l Sy s t e m
(TCS).................................. 4-76
Dynamic Stability Control
(DSC)................................. 4-78
Off-Road Traction Assist
*...... 4-79
Drive Selection....................... 4-81 Drive Selection
*................... 4-81
i-ACTIV AWD......................... 4-83 i-ACTIV AWD Operation
*..... 4-83
Power Steering....................... 4-85 Power Steering.....................4-85
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SignalIndicator Refer to
Headlight High-Beam Indicator Light Headlight
High-Low
Beam
4-47
Flashing the Headlights 4-47
Turn Signal/Hazard Warning Indicator Lights Tu r n a n d
Lane-Change
Signals4-49
Hazard Warn- ing Flasher 4-57
Electric Parking Brake (EPB) Indication/Indicator Light*1*27-25
AUTOHOLD Active Indicator Light*14-71
*Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (MRCC with
Stop & Go function) indicator Light 4-136
*Tra ffi c
Jam Assist (TJA) indicator Light 4-150
TCS/DSC Indication/Indicator Light*1
Trac t i o n C o n -
trol System (TCS)4-76
Dynamic Sta- bility Control
(DSC)4-78
Tu r n s o n 7-27
TCS OFF Indicator Light (FWD) *14-77
Off-Road Traction Assist Indicator Light (AWD) *14-79
*Select Mode Indicator Light 4-82
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
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WARNING
Do not use 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.
Keep your hands on the steering
wheel rim when using fingers on the
steering shift switches:
Putting your hands inside the rim of
the steering wheel when using the
steering shift switches is dangerous. If
the driver's air bag were to deploy in a
collision, your hands could be
impacted causing injury.
NOTE
When driving at high speeds, the
gear may not shift down.
During deceleration, the gear may
automatically shift down depending
on vehicle speed.
When depressing the accelerator
fully, the transmission will shift to a
lower gear, depending on vehicle
speed. However, the transmission
does not kickdown while the TCS is
turned off or the Off-Road Traction
Assist
* is operating.
▼Second Gear Fixed Mode
When the selector lever is moved back
+ while the vehicle speed is about 10
km/h (6.2 mph) or less, the
transmission is set in the second gear
fixed mode. The gear is fixed in second
while in this mode for easier
acceleration from a stop and driving on
slippery roads such as snow-covered
roads.
If the selector lever is moved back + or
forward – while in the second gear
fixed mode, the mode will be
canceled.
When Driving
Automatic Transmission
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Antilock Brake System(ABS)
▼Antilock Brake System (ABS)
The ABS control unit continuously
monitors the speed of each wheel. If
one wheel is about to lock up, the ABS
responds by automatically releasing
and reapplying that wheel's brake.

The driver will feel a slight vibration in
the brake pedal and may hear a
chattering noise from the brake system.
This is normal ABS system operation.
Continue to depress the brake pedal
without pumping the brakes.

The warning light turns on when the
system has a malfunction.
Refer to ABS Warning Indication/
Warning Light on page 7-25.
WARNING
Do not rely on ABS as a substitute for
safe driving:
The ABS cannot compensate for unsafe
and reckless driving , excessive speed,
tailgating (following another vehicle
too closely), driving on ice and snow,
and hydroplaning (reduced tire friction
and road contact because of water on
the road surface). You can still have an
accident.
NOTE
Braking distances may be longer on
loose surfaces (snow or gravel, for
example) which usually have a hard
foundation. A vehicle with a normal
braking system may require less
distance to stop under these
conditions because the tires will
build up a wedge of surface layer
when the wheels skid.
The sound of the ABS operating may
be heard when starting the engine or
immediately after starting the
vehicle, however, it does not indicate
a malfunction.
When Driving
ABS/TCS/DSC/Off-Road
Traction Assist
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Tra c t i o n C o n t r o l Sy s te m(TCS)
▼Traction Control System (TCS)
The Traction Control System (TCS)
enhances traction and safety by
controlling engine torque and braking.
When the TCS detects driving wheel
slippage, it lowers engine torque and
operates the brakes to prevent loss of
traction.

This means that on a slick surface, the
engine adjusts automatically to provide
optimum power to the drive wheels,
limiting wheel spin and loss of traction.

The warning light turns on when the
system has a malfunction.
Refer to TCS/DSC Indication/
Indicator Light (Turns on) on page
7-27.
WARNING
Do not rely on the Traction Control
System (TCS) as a substitute for safe
driving:
The Traction Control System (TCS)
cannot compensate for unsafe and
reckless driving , excessive speed,
tailgating (following another vehicle
too closely), and hydroplaning
(reduced tire friction and road contact
because of water on the road surface).
You can still have an accident.
Use snow tires or tire chains and drive
at reduced speeds when roads are
covered with ice and/or snow:
Driving without proper traction devices
on snow and/or ice-covered roads is
dangerous. The Traction Control
System (TCS) alone cannot provide
adequate traction and you could still
have an accident.
NOTE
To turn off the TCS, press the TCS OFF
switch (page 4-77).
▼
TCS/DSC Indicator Light
This indicator light stays on for a few
seconds when the ignition is switched
ON.
If the TCS or DSC is operating, the
indicator light
flashes.

If the light stays on, the TCS, DSC or
the brake assist system may have a
malfunction and they may not operate
correctly. Take your vehicle to an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
NOTE
In addition to the indicator light flashing , a slight lugging sound will
come from the engine. This indicates
that the TCS/DSC is operating
properly.
On slippery surfaces, such as fresh
snow, it will be impossible to achieve
high rpm when the TCS is on.
When Driving
ABS/TCS/DSC/Off-Road Traction Assist
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Dynamic Stability Control(DSC)
▼Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
The Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
automatically controls braking and
engine torque in conjunction with
systems such as ABS and TCS to help
control side slip when driving on
slippery surfaces, or during sudden or
evasive maneuvering, enhancing
vehicle safety.

Refer to ABS (page 4-75) and TCS
(page 4-76).

DSC operation is possible at speeds
greater than 20 km/h (12 mph).

The warning light turns on when the
system has a malfunction.
Refer to TCS/DSC Indication/
Indicator Light (Turns on) on page
7-27.
WARNING
Do not rely on the Dynamic Stability
Control as a substitute for safe
driving:
The Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
cannot compensate for unsafe and
reckless driving , excessive speed,
tailgating (following another vehicle
too closely), and hydroplaning
(reduced tire friction and road contact
because of water on the road surface).
You can still have an accident.
CAUTION

The DSC may not operate correctly
unless the following are observed:
 Use tires of the correct size
specified for your Mazda on all 4
wheels.
 Use tires of the same
manufacturer, brand and tread
pattern on all 4 wheels.
 Do not mix worn tires.
 The DSC may not operate correctly
when tire chains are used or a
temporary spare tire is installed
because the tire diameter changes.
NOTE
If there is a problem with the DSC, the
Hill Launch Assi st (HLA) may not
operate.
Refer to Hill Launch Assist (HLA) on
page 4-73.
▼ TCS/DSC Indicator Light
This indicator light stays on for a few
seconds when the ignition is switched
ON. If the TCS or DSC is operating,
the indicator light flashes.

If the light stays on, the TCS, DSC or
the brake assist system may have a
malfunction and they
may not operate
correctly. Take your vehicle to an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
When Driving
ABS/TCS/DSC/Off-Road Traction Assist
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CAUTION
Rotate unidirectional tires and radial
tires that have an asymmetrical tread
pattern or studs only from front to rear,
not from side to side. Tire performance
will be reduced if rotated from side to
side.
▼Replacing a Tire
WARNING
Always use tires that are in good
condition:
Driving with worn tires is dangerous.
Reduced braking, steering, and
traction could result in an accident.
Replace all four tires at the same
time:
Replacing just one tire is dangerous. It
could cause poor handling and poor
braking resulting in loss of vehicle
control. Mazda strongly recommends
that you replace all four tires at the
same time.
If a tire wears evenly, a wear indicator
will appear as a solid band across the
tread.
Replace the tire when this happens.
1. New tread
2. Worn tread
3. Tread wear indicator

You should replace the tire before the
band crosses the entire tread.
NOTE
Tires degrade over time, even when
they are not being used on the road. It
is recommended that tires generally be
replaced when they are 6 years or
older. Heat caused by hot climates or
frequent high load
ing conditions can
accelerate the aging process. You
should replace the spare tire when you
replace the other road tires due to the
aging of the spare tire. The period in
which the tire was manufactured (both
week and year) is indicated by a 4-digit
number.
Refer to Tire Labeling on page 8-24.
▼ Temporary Spare Tire
Inspect the temporary spare tire at
least monthly to make sure it is
properly
inflated and stored.
NOTE
The temporary spare tire condition
gradually deteriorates even if it has not
been used.
The temporary spare tire is easier to
handle because of its construction
which is lighter and smaller than a
conventional tire. This tire should be
used only for an emergency and only
for a short distance.

Use the temporary spare tire only until
the conventional tire is repaired, which
should be as soon as possible.
Refer to Tires on page 9-8.

Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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Uniform Tire Quality
Grading System (UTQGS)
▼ Uniform Tire Quality Grading
System (UTQGS)
This information relates to the tire
grading system developed by the U.S.
National Highway
Tra ffi c Safety
Administration for grading tires by
tread wear, traction, and temperature
performance.
▼ Trea d Wea r
The tread wear grade is a comparative
rating based on the wear rate of the
tire when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified government
test course.
For example, a tire graded 150 would
wear one-and-a-half times as well on
the government course as a tire graded
100.

The relative performance of tires
depends upon the actual conditions of
their use, however, and may depart
significantly from the norm because of
variations in driving habits, service
practices and differences in road
characteristics and climate.
▼
Traction-AA, A, B, C
The traction grades, from highest to
lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. These
grades represent the tire's ability to
stop on wet pavement as measured
under controlled conditions on
specified government
test surfaces of
asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C
may have poor traction performance.
WARNING
The traction grade assigned to this tire
is based on braking (straight ahead)
traction tests and does not include
acceleration cornering (turning),
hydroplaning, or peak traction
characteristics.
▼ Te m p e ra t u r e - A , B , C
The temperature grades A (the
highest), B, and C, represent the tire's
resistance to the generation of heat
and its ability to dissipate heat when
tested under controlled conditions on
a specified indoor laboratory test
wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause
the material of the tire to degenerate
and reduce tire life, and excessive
temperatures can lead to sudden tire
failure.

Grade C corresponds to a level of
performance which all passenger
vehicle tires must meet under the
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
No. 109. Grades B and A represent
higher levels of performance on the
laboratory test wheel than the
minimum required by law.
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS)
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Tread Wear, Traction and Temperature
Grades
Trea d wea r : The tread wear grade is a
comparative rating based on the wear
rate of the tire when tested under
controlled conditions on a specified
government test course. For example,
a tire graded 150 would wear one and
one-half (1 1/2) times as well on the
government course as a tire graded
100.
Tra c t i o n : The traction grades, from
highest to lowest are AA, A, B, and C.
The grades represent the tire's ability
to stop on wet pavement as measured
under controlled conditions on
specified government te
st surfaces of
asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C
may have poor traction performance.
Temperature: The temperature grades
are A (the highest), B and C,
representing the tire's resistance to the
generation of heat and its ability to
dissipate heat when tested under
controlled conditions on a specified
indoor laboratory test wheel.
Snow Tires
In some heavy snow areas, local
governments may require true snow
tires, those with very deeply cut tread.
These tires should only be used in pairs
or placed on all four wheels. Make
sure you purchase snow tires that are
the same size and construction type as
the other tires on your vehicle.
SAFETY WARNING
The following safety warning appears
on the tire's sidewall.
SERIOUS INJURY MAY RESULT FROM:
EXPLOSION OF TIRE/RIM ASSEMBLY
DUE TO IMPROPER
MOUNTING-MATCH TIRE
DIAMETER TO RIM DIAMETER;
NEVER EXCEED 40 psi (275 kPa) TO
SEAT BEADS-ONLY SPECIALLY
TRAINED PERSONS SHOULD
MOUNT TIRES.
TIRE FAILURE DUE TO UNDER-INFLATION/
OVERLOADING/DAMAGE-FOLLOW
OWNER'S MANUAL AND PLACARD
IN VEHICLE-FREQUENTLY CHECK
INFLATION PRESSURE AND INSPECT
FOR DAMAGE.
▼ Information on Temporary Tires
Please refer to the sample below.
1. Temporary tires
2. Nominal width of tire in millimeters
3. Ratio of height to width (aspect
ratio)
4. Diagonal
5. Rim diameter code
6. Load index & speed symbol

Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
Tire Information (U.S.A.)
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Index
Mazda Radar Cruise Control
(MRCC).................................. 4-119Close proximity warning...... 4-121
Display indication............... 4-121
Setting the system...............4-123
Shift-up/shift-down request
display............................... 4-126
Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC)
System Warnings....................... 7-41
Message Indicated on Multi-
information Display................... 7-34
Meters...................................... 4-12
Mirrors Outside mirrors.................... 3-35
Rearview mirror.................... 3-37
Mirror Defogger........................ 4-56
Moonroof................................. 3-42
Multi-information Display.......... 4-14
O
Off-Road Traction Assist............ 4-79 Off-Road Traction Assist
indicator light....................... 4-79
Off-Road Traction
Assist switch......................... 4-80
Outside Mirrors.........................3-35
Overhead Console.................... 5-43
Overhead Lights........................ 5-37
Overheating.............................. 7-17
Overloading.............................. 3-55
Owner Maintenance Closing the hood..................6-14
Engine compartment
overview.............................. 6-15
Key battery replacement........6-29
Opening the hood................ 6-13
Owner maintenance
precautions.......................... 6-12
P
Parking Brake............................ 4-64
Parking Sensor System............. 4-232Parking Sensor OFF Switch... 4-236
Sensor detection range........4-234
Power Liftgate........................... 3-22
Power Liftgate Warning Beep...... 7-40
Power Steering.......................... 4-85
Power Windows........................ 3-39
R
Rearview Mirror........................ 3-37
Rear Coat Hooks....................... 5-42
Rear Cross Tra ffi c Alert (RCTA) ...........
.............................................. 4-115
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
Warning Beep........................... 7-41
Rear Door Child Safety Locks..... 3-19
Rear Side Radar Sensor............ 4-205
Rear View Monitor.................. 4-217 Displayable range on the
screen................................ 4-219
Rear view monitor
operation........................... 4-222
Rear view parking camera
location............................. 4-218
Switching to the rear view monitor
display............................... 4-219
Variance between actual road
conditions and displayed
image................................ 4-229
Viewing the display.............4-221
Rear Window Defogger............. 4-55
Rear Window Washer................ 4-54
Rear Window Wiper.................. 4-54
Recommended Oil.................... 6-17
Recording of Vehicle Data..........8-21
Recreational Towing.................. 3-57
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