MAZDA MODEL CX-9 2015 Owners Manual (in English)

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qTire Pressure Label
qEngine Number
Forward
Identification Numbers
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Specifications
qEngine
Item Specification
Type DOHC-24V 60°V, 6-cylinder
Bore×Stroke 95.5 × 86.7 mm (3.75 × 3.41 in)
Displacement 3,726.2 ml (3,726.2 cc)
Compression ratio 10.3
qElectrical System
Item Classification
Battery 12V-65Ah/20HR
Spark-plug number Mazda Genuine spark plug CY02-18-110
CAUTION
When cleaning the platinum plugs, do not use a wire brush. The fine particulate
coating on the platinum alloy could be damaged.
qLubricant Quality
Lubricant Classification
Engine oil Refer to Recommended Oil on page 8-21.
Automatic transaxle fluid Mazda Genuine JWS3309
Transfer case oil API Service GL-5 (SAE 75W-140)
Rear differential oil API Service GL-5 (SAE 80W-90)
Power steering fluid Mazda Genuine ATF M-III, M-V, or equivalent (e.g. Dexron® II)
Brake fluid SAE J1703, or FMVSS116 DOT-3
NOTE
Refer to Introduction on (page 8-2) for owner's responsibility in protecting your investment.
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qCapacities
(Approximate Quantities)
Item Capacity
Engine oil With oil filter replacement 5.2 L (5.5 US qt, 4.6 Imp qt)
Without oil filter replacement 4.7 L (5.0 US qt, 4.2 Imp qt)
Coolant Mexico 12.1 L (12.8 US qt, 10.6 Imp qt)
Except Mexico
With Towing Package 12.1 L (12.8 US qt, 10.6 Imp qt)
Without Towing Package 11.5 L (12.2 US qt, 10.1 Imp qt)
Automatic transaxle fluid 6.6 L (7.0 US qt, 5.8 Imp qt)
Transfer case oil 0.53 L (0.56 US qt, 0.47 Imp qt)
Rear differential oil 1.0 L (1.1 US qt, 0.9 Imp qt)
Washer fluid 4.5 L (4.8 US qt, 4.0 Imp qt)
Fuel tank 76.0 L (20.1 US gal, 16.7 Imp gal)
Check oil and fluid levels with dipsticks or reservoir gauges.
q Dimensions
Item Vehicle specification
Overall length Without license plate holder
5,096 mm (200.6 in)
With license plate holder 5,106 mm (201.0 in)
Overall width 1,936 mm (76.2 in)
Overall height 1,728 mm (68.0 in)
Front tread 1,654 mm (65.1 in)
Rear tread 1,644 mm (64.7 in)
Wheelbase 2,875 mm (113.2 in)
qWeights
Item Weight
2WD AWD
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) 2,645 kg (5,831 lbs) 2,720 kg (5,997 lbs)
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) Front 1,276 kg (2,813 lbs) 1,307 kg (2,881 lbs)
Rear 1,400 kg (3,086 lbs) 1,458 kg (3,214 lbs)
q
Air Conditioner
Item Classification
Refrigerant Type HFC134a (R-134a)
Specifications
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qLight Bulbs
Exterior light
Light bulb Category
Wattage UNECE
*1(SAE)
Headlights Halogen
High beam 65 HB3 (9005)
Low beam 55 H11 (H11)
Xenon fusion High/Low
beam 35
D4S (D4S)
Daytime
running lights With halogen headlights
65HB3 (9005)
With xenon fusion headlights LED
*2―(― )
Parking lights With halogen headlights 5 W5W (
―)
With xenon fusion headlights LED
*2― (― )
Front turn signal lights 21 WY21W (7443NA)
Front side-marker lights 5 WY5W ( ―)
Fog lights
í55 H11 (H11)
Side turn signal lightsíLED*2― (― )
High-mount brake light LED*2― (― )
Rear turn signal lights 21 WY21W (7443NA)
Taillights/Brake lights 21/5 W21/5W (7443)
Taillights (Liftgate side) 5 W5W ( ―)
Reverse lights 18 W16W (921)
License plate lights 5 W5W ( ―)
Rear side-marker lights 5 W5W ( ―)
*1 UNECE stands for United Nations Economic Commission for Europe.
*2 LED is the abbreviation for Light Emitting Diode.
Interior light
Light bulb Category
Wattage UNECE
*1
Overhead lights (Front)/Map lights 8―
Overhead light (Center) 10―
Overhead light (Rear) 10―
Courtesy lights 5W5W
Vanity mirror lights 2―
Luggage compartment light 10―
*1 UNECE stands for United Nations Economic Commission for Europe.
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qTires
NOTE
The tires have been optimally matched with the chassis of your vehicle.
When replacing tires, Mazda recommends that you replace tires of the same type originally fitted to
your vehicle. For details, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Check the tire pressure label for tire size and inflation pressure.
Refer to Tire Inflation Pressure on page 8-33.
Standard tire
Tire size Inflation pressure
Front Rear
P245/60R18 104H 250 kPa (36 psi) 250 kPa (36 psi)
P245/50R20 102V 230 kPa (34 psi) 230 kPa (34 psi)
Temporary spare tire
(Except Mexico)
Tire size Inflation pressure
T155/90D18 103M 420 kPa (60 psi)
(Mexico) Tire size Inflation pressure
195/80R17 99M 250 kPa (36 psi)
Lug nut tightening torque
When installing a tire, tighten the lug nut to the following torque.
108 ―147 N·m (12 ―14 kgf·m, 80 ―108 ft·lbf)
q Fuses
Refer to Fuses on page 8-47.
Specifications
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Personalization Features
The following“Personalization Features ”are available. These settings can only be changed by an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
Item Feature Factory Setting Available Settings
Power door lock
*1Changes the auto lock/unlock function setting
for all the doors according to the vehicle speed,
the vehicle power supply condition, and the
selector lever position. Lock: Driving,
Unlock: IGN Off Off/Lock When
Driving/Lock: Shift From P, Unlock: In
P/Lock When Shifting Out Of P
Auto headlight on/off The headlight illumination on/off timing based
on surrounding lightness/darkness can be
changed. Standard
(Illuminates under average levels of darkness) Later
Auto headlight off The time required for headlights to turn off
after ignition is switched off can be changed. 30 seconds 0/60/120 seconds
Blind Spot
Monitoring (BSM)
system The BSM warning beep function can be
changed.
*2Activated Deactivated
Advanced keyless
entry The advanced key's remaining battery level
warning light in the instrument cluster can be
deactivated.
Activated Deactivated
The beep sound which is heard when
locking/unlocking all doors or the liftgate can
be deactivated.
*3Activated Deactivated
The function to automatically lock the doors
and the liftgate when leaving the vehicle while
carrying the key can be activated.
*4Deactivated Activated
The method for unlocking the doors using the
request switch can be selected. Press × 2 Press × 1
The method for unlocking the doors using the
transmitter switch can be selected. Press × 2 Press × 1
The time required for the doors to relock
automatically after unlocking with the
transmitter can be changed. 30 seconds 60/90 seconds
Daytime running
lights The function of the daytime running lights can
be changed.
On Off
*1 Setting changes using the door-lock switch can also be done. Refer to Power Door Locks on page 3-29.
*2 Only the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning beep can be changed. The Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) warning beep cannot be changed.
*3 When the autolock function is operating, the warning sound will be heard regardless of the setting.
*4 When the autolock function is enabled, windows will not automatically close. You must close them before leaving vehicle.
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11Index
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A
Accessory Socket ............................ 6-175
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and
Accessories ....................................... 9-19
Advanced Key ..................................... 3-2Advanced key maintenance ......... 3-5
Advanced key suspend
function ...................................... 3-17
Auxiliary key .............................. 3-17
Locking, unlocking with request
switch ........................................... 3-8
Operational range ......................... 3-7
Remote control function ............. 3-13
Service ......................................... 3-7
Warning and beep sounds .......... 3-18
When warning indicator/beep is
activated ..................................... 3-20
Air Bag Systems ............................... 2-54
All-Wheel Drive
(AWD) Operation ............................. 5-18 AWD warning light .................... 5-19
Ambient Temperature Display ........ 6-166
Antenna ............................................. 6-17
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ......... 5-8 Warning light ............................... 5-9
Appearance Care ............................... 8-54
Armrest Box .................................... 6-173
Audio System ................................... 6-17 Audio control switch .................. 6-50
Audio set .................................... 6-29
AUX/USB/iPod Mode ............... 6-52
Operating tips for audio
system ........................................ 6-17
Safety certification ..................... 6-63
Automatic Transaxle Driving tips ................................ 5-17
Manual shift mode ..................... 5-13
Shift-lock system ....................... 5-13
Transaxle ranges ........................ 5-12
B
Battery
Emergency starting .................... 7-18
Maintenance ............................... 8-31
Replacement ............................... 8-32
Specifications ............................. 10-4
Beep Sounds Blind spot monitoring system
warning ...................................... 5-71
Ignition key reminder ................. 5-70
Lights-on reminder ..................... 5-70
Parking brake reminder .............. 5-71
Seat belt warning ........................ 5-70
Tire inflation pressure warning ... 5-71
Before Starting the Engine .................. 4-5 After getting in ............................. 4-5
Before getting in .......................... 4-5
Blind Spot Monitoring
(BSM) System .................................. 5-35 Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM).... 5-37
BSM OFF Indicator Light .......... 5-42
BSM OFF Switch ....................... 5-43
Care of radar sensors .................. 5-43
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
(RCTA) ...................................... 5-39
Warning Light/Beep ................... 5-42
Bluetooth® ...................................... 6-116 Bluetooth® Audio .................... 6-141
Bluetooth® Hands-Free ........... 6-122
Safety Certification .................. 6-149
Troubleshooting ....................... 6-145
Body Lubrication .............................. 8-27
Bottle Holder ................................... 6-171
Brake Fluid ........................................... 8-25
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B
BrakesAnti-lock brake system (ABS) ..... 5-8
Brakes assist ............................... 5-10
Foot brake .................................... 5-5
Pad wear indicator ...................... 5-10
Parking brake ............................... 5-7
Warning light ............................... 5-8
Break-In Period ................................... 4-6
Bulb Replacement ............................. 8-38
C
Capacities .......................................... 10-5
Carbon Monoxide ............................... 4-4
Cargo Securing Loops .................... 6-173
Cargo Sub-Compartment ................ 6-173
Catalytic Converter ............................. 4-3
Cell Phones ....................................... 9-20
Center Console ................................ 6-173
Child Restraint Child restraint precautions ......... 2-35
Child-restraint system installation
position ...................................... 2-40
Installing child-restraint
systems ....................................... 2-41
LATCH child-restraint
systems ....................................... 2-49
Child Safety Locks for Rear Doors ... 3-32
Climate Control System ...................... 6-2 Gas specifications ...................... 10-5
Clock ............................................... 6-166
Courtesy Lights ............................... 6-164
Cruise Control ................................... 5-21
Cup Holder ...................................... 6-169
Customer Assistance ........................... 9-2
D
Dashboard Illumination .................... 5-55
Daytime Running Lights ................... 5-77
Defogger Mirror ......................................... 5-86
Rear window .............................. 5-85
Dimensions ....................................... 10-5
Door Locks ....................................... 3-28
Driving In Flooded Area ................... 4-12
Driving on Uneven Road .................. 4-13
Driving Tips ........................................ 4-6 Automatic transaxle ................... 5-17
Break-in period ............................ 4-6
Driving in flooded area .............. 4-12
Driving on uneven road ............. 4-13
Hazardous driving ........................ 4-7
Money-saving suggestions ........... 4-6
Rocking the vehicle ...................... 4-9
Winter driving ............................ 4-10
Dynamic Stability Control
(DSC)/Roll Stability Control
(RSC) ................................................ 5-27
TCS/DSC/RSC Indicator light.... 5-28
E
Emergency Starting ........................... 7-18Jump-starting .............................. 7-18
Push-starting .............................. 7-20
Emergency Towing ........................... 7-21
Emission Control System .................... 4-3
Engine
Coolant ....................................... 8-23
Exhaust gas .................................. 4-4
Hood release .............................. 3-49
Oil .............................................. 8-21
Overheating ................................ 7-16
Starting ......................................... 5-4
Engine Compartment Overview ........ 8-20
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Engine CoolantOverheating ................................ 7-16
Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge ................................................ 5-54
Event Data Recorder ......................... 9-21
Exhaust Gas ........................................ 4-4
Exterior Care ..................................... 8-56
F
Flasher Hazard warning .......................... 5-87
Headlights .................................. 5-72
Flat Tire ............................................... 7-3 Changing ...................................... 7-8
Spare tire and tool storage ............ 7-3
Fluids
Classification .............................. 10-4
Owner maintenance ................... 8-17
Fog Lights ......................................... 5-79
Foot Brake .......................................... 5-5
Front Seats
(Electrically Operated Seats) ............... 2-4
Front Seats
(Manually Operated Seats) ................. 2-2
Fuel Filler lid and cap ........................ 3-47
Gauge ......................................... 5-55
Requirements ............................... 4-2
Tank capacity ............................. 10-5
Fuses ................................................. 8-47 Panel description ........................ 8-49
Replacement ............................... 8-47
G
Glove Compartment ........................ 6-172
H
Hazard Warning Flasher .................... 5-87
Hazardous Driving .............................. 4-7
HeadlightsControl ....................................... 5-72
Flashing ...................................... 5-76
High-low beam .......................... 5-75
Leveling ..................................... 5-77
On reminder ............................... 5-75
HomeLink Wireless Control
System .............................................. 5-88
Hood Release .................................... 3-49
Horn .................................................. 5-86
I
Ignition Keys ........................................... 3-21
Switch .......................................... 5-2
Illuminated Entry System ............... 6-163
Immobilizer System
(with Advanced Key) ........................ 3-53
Immobilizer System
(without Advanced Key) ................... 3-57
Indicator Lights ................................. 5-56 BSM OFF ................................... 5-69
Cruise ......................................... 5-68
Headlight high-beam .................. 5-67
Security ...................................... 5-67
Shift position .............................. 5-67
TCS OFF .................................... 5-68
TCS/DSC/RSC ........................... 5-68
Turn-signal/hazard warning ....... 5-69
Information Display ........................ 6-165 Ambient temperature display .... 6-166
Climate control display ............ 6-166
Clock ........................................ 6-166
Information display functions ... 6-165
Trip computer ........................... 6-167
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