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

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Warning/Indicator Lights
Warning/Indicator lights will appear in any of the highlighted areas
SignalWarning/Indicator Lights Page
Brake System Warning Light 5-58
Malfunction Warning Light5-58
Charging System Warning Light5-60
Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light5-60
Check Engine Light5-60
ABS Warning Light5-59
Air Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Light5-61
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qCharging System Warning Light
This warning light illuminates when the
ignition is switched ON and turns off
when the engine is started.
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.
qEngine Oil Pressure Warning Light
This warning light illuminates when the
ignition is switched ON and turns off
when the engine is started.
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 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 8-22). 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.
q Check Engine Light
This indicator light illuminates when the
ignition is switched ON and turns off
when the engine is started.
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Lighting Control
qHeadlights
Turn the headlight switch to turn the headlights, other exterior lights and dashboard
illumination on or off.
NOTE
lTo prevent discharging the battery, do not leave the lights on while the engine is off unless safety
requires them.
lIf the light switch is left on, the lights will automatically switch off (if equipped) approximately 30
seconds after switching the ignition to ACC or switching the ignition off. The time setting can be
changed. Refer to Personalization Features on page 10-8.
Without AUTO position
Type A
Type B
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NOTElThis mode may not be usable depending on
the portable audio device to be connected.
lBefore using the auxiliary jack*1/USB port,
refer to the instruction manual for the
portable audio device.
l(With auxiliary jack)
Use a commercially-available, non-
impedance (3.5
) stereo mini plug for
connecting the portable audio unit to the
auxiliary jack. Before using the auxiliary
jack, read the manufacturer's instructions
for connecting a portable audio unit to the
auxiliary jack.
lTo prevent discharging of the battery, do
not use the auxiliary input for long periods
with the engine off or idling.
lWhen connecting a device to the auxiliary
jack*1or USB port, noise may occur
depending on the connected device. If the
device is connected to the vehicle's
accessory socket, the noise can be reduced
by unplugging it from the accessory socket.
*1 With auxiliary jack
q How to connect USB port/
Auxiliary jack
USB port Auxiliary jack
Connecting a device
1. Open the console lid.
2. Connect the device plug to the USB
port.
Connecting with connector cable
1. Open the console lid.
2. Pass the connection plug cord through
the cutout of the console and insert the
plug into the auxiliary jack.
WARNING
Do not allow the connection plug cord
to get tangled with the parking brake
or the shift lever: Allowing the plug cord to become
tangled with the parking brake or
the shift lever is dangerous as it
could interfere with driving, resulting
in an accident.
CAUTION
Do not place objects or apply force to
the auxiliary jack/USB port with the
plug connected.
Interior Comfort
Audio System
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Auxiliary terminals
The auxiliary terminals consist of one
image input terminal and two sound input
terminals (for left and right).
Image input terminal: Yellow
Sound input (Right) terminal: Red
Sound input (Left) terminal: White
To use, open the cover.
CAUTION
Close the cover when the terminals
are not in use. If foreign material
penetrates, or liquid is spilled on it, it
may cause a malfunction.
NOTE
lFor monaural equipment (with one sound
output terminal), connect the terminal to
the sound input terminal (White). The
sound is output from the speaker to which
the terminal has been connected.
lNoise may occur depending on the
connected equipment.
Power Outlet
The power outlet can be used as a power
supply for electrical devices when the
ignition is switched to ACC or ON.
Only use AC 115 V electrical appliances
requiring no greater than 100 W
Open the cover to use the power outlet.
WARNING
Ø Never use medical instruments
with the power outlet.
Ø Follow the cautions below to
prevent electrical shock.
ØDo not plug accessories into the
power outlet or unplug them
with wet hands.
ØDo not put anything other than
plugs into the outlet.
ØDo not disassemble the outlet.
CAUTION
ØAlways close the cover when not in
use. If foreign objects or liquid
penetrate the outlet, it may cause
a malfunction.
Ø Do not use electrical appliances
that exceed the prescribed power
capacity. It may cause a
malfunction.
NOTE
To prevent discharging of the battery, do not
use the auxiliary input for long periods with
the engine off or idling.
Plug-in
1. Open the cover.
2. Lightly insert the plug and turn the outlet 90 degrees, then insert it fully.
POWER OUTLET
Unplug
1. Pull the plug out.
2. Close the cover.
Interior Comfort
Rear Entertainment System
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RearCAUTION
ØTo prevent accessory socket
damage or electrical failure, pay
attention to the following:
ØDo not use accessories that
require more than 120 W (DC 12
V, 10 A).
ØDo not use accessories that are
not genuine Mazda accessories
or the equivalent.
ØClose the cover when the
accessory socket is not in use to
prevent foreign objects and
liquids from getting into the
accessory socket.
ØCorrectly insert the plug into
the accessory socket.
Ø Noise may occur on the audio
playback depending on the device
connected to the accessory socket.
Ø 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.
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Interior Comfort
Interior Equipment
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Sunvisors ........................................ 6-162
T
Tachometer ........................................ 5-54
Temporary Spare Tire ....................... 8-36
Theft-Deterrent System ..................... 3-61
Third-Row Seat ................................. 2-13
TiedownHook .......................................... 7-22
Tire Information ................................ 9-24
Tire Pressure Monitoring System ...... 5-29 System error activation .............. 5-33
Tire pressure monitoring system
warning light .............................. 5-31
Tires and wheels ......................... 5-33
Tires
Flat tire ......................................... 7-3
Inflation pressure ........................ 8-33
Replacement ............................... 8-35
Rotation ...................................... 8-34
Snow tires .................................. 4-10
Spare tire and tool storage ............ 7-3
Specifications ............................. 10-7
Tire chains .................................. 4-11
Uniform tire quality grading system
(UTQGS) ................................... 9-22
Tool ..................................................... 7-3
Towing Description ................................. 7-21
Emergency towing ..................... 7-21
Recreational towing ................... 7-24
Trailer Towing
(U.S.A. and Canada) .................. 4-14
Traction Control System (TCS) ........ 5-24 TCS OFF indicator light ............ 5-25
TCS OFF switch ........................ 5-26
TCS/DSC/RSC indicator light .... 5-25
T
Trailer Towing .................................. 4-14
Trip Meter ......................................... 5-53
Turn and Lane-Change Signals ......... 5-78
V
Vanity Mirrors ................................. 6-162
Vehicle Information Labels ............... 10-2
W
Warning Lights ................................. 5-56ABS ............................................ 5-59
Air bag system ........................... 5-61
Automatic transaxle ................... 5-62
AWD .......................................... 5-63
Brake system .............................. 5-58
Charging system ......................... 5-60
Check engine .............................. 5-60
Check fuel cap ........................... 5-62
Door-ajar .................................... 5-62
Engine oil pressure ..................... 5-60
Front seat belt pretensioner
system ........................................ 5-61
KEY warning light
(red)/KEY indicator light
(green) ........................................ 5-65
Low fuel ..................................... 5-61
Low washer fluid level ............... 5-62
Malfunction ................................ 5-58
Seat belt ...................................... 5-62
Tire pressure monitoring
system ........................................ 5-63
Warranty ............................................ 9-14
Washer Fluid ..................................... 8-26
Weights ............................................. 10-5
Wheel Replacement .......................... 8-37
Index
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