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traveled distance and the total fuel
consumption since the vehicle was
purchased or the past data was reset.
The average fuel economy is calculated
and displayed every 30 seconds.
The average fuel economy is also
displayed by a red arrow in the
instantaneous fuel economy display.

The average fuel economy can be reset
by pressing the INFO switch for 1.5
seconds or more. After the data is
cleared, the fuel consumption is
recalculated and the - - - L/100 km
(- - - mpg) for the 30 seconds prior to
it being displayed is indicated.
▼Current Fuel Economy
This displays the current fuel economy
by calculating the amount of fuel
consumption and the distance
traveled.

M Hybrid
Except M Hybrid
NOTE
Indicates the 0 position when the
vehicle speed is about 5 km/h (3
mph) or slower.
The arrow on the scale indicates the
average fuel economy.
▼ Deceleration Regeneration Charge
Display (M Hybrid)
This displays the status of the charging
produced by deceleration
regeneration.
Refer to M Hybrid on page 4-49.
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
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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*17-22
ABS Warning Indication/Warning Light*1
Electronic
Brake Force
Distribution
System Warn- ing
7-23
ABS warning 7-25
Charging System Warning Indication/Warning Light*17-24
Engine Oil Warning Indication/Warning Light*17-24
High Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Indication 7-24
Power Steering Malfunction Indication/Indicator Light*17-25
Master Warning Indication7-25
Brake Control System Warning Indication/Warning Light*17-26
Brake Override Warning Indication7-26
Check Engine Indication/Light*17-26
(Amber)
*i-stop Warning Indication/Warning Light*17-27
Automatic Transmission Warning Indication/Warning Light*17-27
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
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Charging the M Hybrid battery
The M Hybrid battery is charged
automatically during engine operation
and by deceleration regeneration.
Therefore, it is not necessary to charge
the battery from outside of the vehicle.
CAUTION
Drive the vehicle for about 30 minutes
once every few months because
self-discharge occurs gradually if the
vehicle is not driven for a long period
of time. If the M Hybrid battery
becomes completely discharged and
M Hybrid cannot be activated, contact
an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
▼M Hybrid Precautions
For vehicle maintenance or repairs, or
when scrapping the vehicle, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Handling the M Hybrid battery
Technical knowledge and skill are
necessary in handling the M Hybrid
battery.
WARNING
To ensure safe and correct handling of
the M Hybrid battery, always heed the
following precautions:

Do not remove the M Hybrid battery.
 Do not resell, transfer, or modify the
M Hybrid battery.
 Do not use the battery on vehicles
other than those equipped with the
M Hybrid battery.
If the M Hybrid battery is not handled
properly, the following may occur and
cause serious injury:
 Touching an unattended or illegally
abandoned M Hybrid battery may
cause electrocution.
 If the M Hybrid battery is used on a
vehicle other than one equipped
with M Hybrid (including modified
vehicles), accidents such as
electrocution, heat generation,
smoking , combustion, and
explosions, or an electrolyte leakage
may occur.
Scrapping Your Vehicle and Disposing
of the M Hybrid battery
The M Hybrid battery must be recycled
to prevent accidents involving it. When
scrapping your vehicle, replacing the M
Hybrid battery, or disposing of the M
Hybrid battery, consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer. Please cooperate in
ensuring that the vehicle's M Hybrid
battery is recycled.
WARNING
Dispose of the M Hybrid battery
appropriately:
If the M Hybrid battery is not recycled
appropriately, such as by leaving it
unattended or illegally abandoning it,
some other person may touch it which
could cause electrocution leading to
serious injury.
If an Accident Occurs
If the vehicle is involved in a collision,
M Hybrid may stop operating. In this
case, the charging sy stem warning light
turns on and M Hybrid cannot activate.
Park the vehicle in a safe place
immediately and contact an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
When Driving
M Hybrid
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Lighting Control
▼Headlights
Turn the headlight switch to turn the headli
ghts and other exterior lights on or off.
When the taillights, parking lights, license plate lights, and the side-marker lights are
turned on, the lights-on indicator ligh t in the instrument cluster turns 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 the engine is
off unless safety requires them.
Without auto-light control
Ignition Position ACC or OFF ON
Switch Position OFF
OFF
Headlights Off Off
Off*1Off Off On
Daytime running
lights Off Off Off
On
*2On*2*3Off
Taillights
Parking lights
License plate lights
Side-marker lights Off
On
*1On*1Off On On
*1 The lights are turned on for the specified period by the auto headlight off function.
When Driving
Switches and Controls
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system can operate automatically and
manually.
The EPB switch indicator light turns on
when applying the parking brake and it
turns off when releasing the parking
brake.
1. Indicator light
WARNING
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
7-13.
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 ignition
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.
If the parking brake is applied with
the ignition switched OFF or in ACC,
the EPB indicator light in the
instrument cluster and the indicator
light in the switch may turn on for 15
seconds.
When using an automatic car wash
which moves the vehicle with the
front tires mounted, it is necessary to
cancel the parking brake auto
operation before the vehicle enters
the automatic car wash. For details,
refer to Canceling the parking brake
automatic operation.
When Driving
Brake
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Accessory Socket
▼Accessory Socket
Only use genuine Mazda accessories
or the equivalent requiring no greater
than 120 W (DC 12 V, 10 A).
The accessory socket can be used
regardless of whether the ignition is on
or off.


CAUTION

To prevent accessory socket damage
or electrical failure, pay attention to
the following:
 Do not use accessories that require
more than 120 W (DC 12 V, 10 A).
 Do not use accessories that are not
genuine Mazda accessories or the
equivalent.
 Close the cover when the
accessory socket is not in use to
prevent foreign objects and liquids
from getting into the accessory
socket.
 Correctly insert the plug into the
accessory socket.
 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
Interior Features
Interior Equipment
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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 dangerou s. 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 dangerou s. 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.

▼ Battery Maintenance
To get the best service from a battery:
Keep it securely mounted.Keep the top clean and dry.Keep terminals and connections
clean, tight, and coated with
petroleum jelly or terminal grease.
Rinse off spilled electrolyte
immediately with a solution of water
and baking soda.
If the vehicle will not be used for an
extended time, disconnect the
battery cables and charge the battery
every 6 weeks.
▼
Battery Replacement
Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer
for battery replacement.
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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Jump-Starting
▼Jump-Starting
Jump-starting is dangerous if done incorrec
tly. So follow the procedure carefully. If
you feel unsure about jump-starting, we strongly recommend that you have a
competent service technician do the work.
WARNING
Follow These Precautions Carefully:
To ensure safe and correct handling of the battery, 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 cell s 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 cell s 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.
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.
Connect the negative cable to a good ground point away from the battery:
Connecting the end of the second jumper ca ble to the negative (–) terminal of the
discharged battery is dangerous.
A spark could cause the gas around the battery to explode and injure someone.
If Trouble Arises
Battery Runs Out
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▼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/
Warning Light
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-way on level
ground.
2. Turn off the engine and wait 5
minutes for the oil to drain back
into the oil pan.
3. Inspect the engine oil level (page 6-17). If it's low, add the
appropriate amount of engine oil
while being careful not to overfill.
CAUTION
Do not run the engine if the oil
level is low. Otherwise, it could
result in extensive engine damage.
4. Start the engine and check the warning light.

If the light remains illuminated even
though the oil level is normal or after
adding oil, stop the engine
immediately and have your vehicle
towed to an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
▼ High Engine Coolant Temperature
Warning Indicat ion
Displays if the engine coolant
temperature has increased excessively.
“Elevated Engine Coolant Temp. Drive
Slowly” displayed
Drive slowly to reduce engine load
until you can find a safe place to stop
the vehicle and wait for the engine to
cool down.
“Excessive Engine Coolant Temp. Stop
the Vehicle in a Safe Location”
displayed
This indicates the possibility of
overheating. Park the vehicle in a safe
place immediately and stop the
engine.
Refer to Overheating on page 7-17.
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
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