MAZDA MODEL CX-9 2020 Owners Manual (in English)

Ambient Light*
The ambient lights continuously turn on when the ignition is switched ON.
The ambient lights dim when the parking lights or headlights are turned on.
Ambient light
NOTE
The ambient lights turn on or off in conjunction with the illuminated entry system when
the ignition is switched OFF.
The ambient light illumination level can be changed while the parking lights or headlights
are turned on.
Refer to Personalization Features on page 9-9.
▼ Illuminated Entry System
The overhead lights turn on when any of
the following operations is done with the
overhead light switch in the DOOR
position.
The ambient lights turn on regardless of
the overhead light switch position.
The driver's door is unlocked with the
ignition is switched OFF.
The ignition is swit
ched OFF with all
doors closed.
NOTE
The illumination tim e differs depending
on the operation.
Battery saver
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If an interior light is left on with the
ignition switched OFF, the light is
turned off automatically after about 30
minutes to prevent battery depletion.
The operation of the illuminated entry
system can be changed.
Refer to Personalization Features on
page 9-9.
(Type B)
The illumination entry system does not
operate in conjunction with the
overhead lights when the overhead
lights are turned on using the overhead
light ON/OFF switch.
Accessory Sockets
Only use genuine Mazda accessories or
the equivalent requiring no greater than
120 W (DC 12 V, 10 A).
Front
The ignition must be switched to ACC or
ON.

Rear
The accessory sockets can be used
regardless of whether the ignition is on or
off.


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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.
 Do not insert the cigarette lighter 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.
USB Power Outlet*
Second-row seat (6:4 split
adjustable-type bench seat type,
Captain seat and second-row seat
console type)
The USB power outlets can be used
regardless of whether the ignition is
switched to ACC or ON.
Only use USB devices that have a
maximum power consumption of 10.5W
(DC5V, 2.1A) or below.
6:4 split adjustable-type bench seat type
USB power outlet
Captain seat and second-row seat
console type
USB power outlet
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CAUTION
To prevent USB power outlets damage or
electrical failure, pay attention to the
following:
Do not use USB devices that require more
than 10.5 W (DC 5 V, 2.1 A).
 Close the lid when the USB power outlets
are not in use to prevent foreign objects
and liquids from getting into the USB
power outlets.
 Correctly connect the USB connector into
the USB power outlets.
NOTE
The USB power outlets are designed
only for charging and they cannot be
used for connecting to the vehicle's
audio system.
To prevent discharging of the battery, do
not use the USB power outlets for long
periods with the engine off or idling.
How to connect
The groove in the armrest box can be used
to pass the cord of the device into the box
to connect it to the USB power outlets.
1. Open the lid.
2. Route the cord through the groove in the armrest box and insert the USB
connector into the USB power outlets.
6:4 split adjustable-type bench seat type
Connector
Captain seat and second-row seat
console type
Connector
Second-row seat (Captain seat and walk
through type)
The USB power outlets can be used
regardless of whether the ignition is
switched to ACC or ON.
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Only use USB devices that have a
maximum power consumption of 12.5W
(DC5V, 2.5A) or below.
USB power outlet
CAUTION
To prevent USB power outlets damage or
electrical failure, pay attention to the
following:
Do not use USB devices that require more
than 12.5 W (DC 5 V, 2.5 A).
 Correctly connect the USB connector into
the USB power outlets.
NOTE
The USB power outlets are designed
only for charging and they cannot be
used for connecting to the vehicle's
audio system.
To prevent discharging of the battery, do
not use the USB power outlets for long
periods with the engine off or idling.
Third-row seat
The USB power outlets can be used
regardless of whether the ignition is
switched to ACC or ON.
Only use USB devices that have a
maximum power consumption of 12.5W
(DC5V, 2.5A) or below.
USB power outlet
CAUTION
To prevent USB power outlets damage or
electrical failure, pay attention to the
following:
 Do not use USB devices that require more
than 12.5 W (DC 5 V, 2.5 A).
 Correctly connect the USB connector into
the USB power outlets.
NOTE
The USB power outlets are designed
only for charging and they cannot be
used for connecting to the vehicle's
audio system.
To prevent discharging of the battery, do
not use the USB power outlets for long
periods with the engine off or idling.
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Cup Holder
WA R N I N G
Never use a cup holder to hold hot liquids
while the vehicle is moving:
Using a cup holder to hold hot liquids while
the vehicle is moving is dangerous. If the
contents spill, you could be scalded.
Do not put anything other than cups or
drink cans in cup holders:
Putting objects other than cups or drink
cans in a cup holder is dangerous.
During sudden braking or maneuvering,
occupants could be hit and injured, or
objects could be thrown around the
vehicle, causing interference with the driver
and the possibility of an accident. Only use
a cup holder for cups or drink cans.
▼Front
▼Rear
Second-row seat
Cup holders are located in the armrest/
second-row seat console.
6:4 split adjustable-type bench seat type
Captain seat and second-row seat
console type
Captain seat and walk through type
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Third-row seat
Cup holders are located in the third-row
seat side trims.
Bottle Holder
Bottle holders are on the inside of the
doors.
Bottle holder
CAUTION
Do not use the bottle holders for containers
without caps. The contents may spill when
opening/closing the door or while driving
the vehicle.
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Storage Compartments
WA R N I N G
Keep storage boxes closed when driving:
Driving with the storage boxes open is
dangerous. To reduce the possibility of
injury in an accident or a sudden stop, keep
the storage boxes closed when driving.
When loading cargo, make sure that it is
completely secured:
If the cargo is not completely secured, it
may move or collapse while driving or
during sudden braking, resulting in injury
or an accident.
Do not put articles in storage spaces with
no lid:
Putting articles in st orage spaces with no
lid is dangerous as they could be thrown
around the cabin if the vehicle is suddenly
accelerated and cause injury depending on
how the article is stored.
CAUTION
Do not leave lighters or eyeglasses in the
storage boxes while parked under the sun.
A lighter could explode or the plastic
material in eyeglasses could deform and
crack from high temperature.
▼ Overhead Console
This console box is designed to store
eyeglasses or other accessories.
Push and release to open.
Type A
Type B
▼ Glove Compartment
To open the glove compartment, pull the
latch toward you.
To close the glove compartment, firmly
press in the center of the glove
compartment lid.
▼
Center Console*
To open, push the button.
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Front
Rear
▼(Second-row Seat Console Box with
Armrest) Storage Box
CAUTION
Store the armrests when the storage box is
not in use. Otherwise, your foot might get
caught when changing seats and fall down
resulting in injury.
▼
Armrest Box*
To open, push the button and pull up the
lid.
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▼Luggage Compartment
Cargo Securing Loops
Use the loops in the luggage compartment to secure cargo with a rope or net. The tensile
strength of the loops is 196 N (20 kgf, 44 lbf). Do not apply excessive force to the loops as
it will damage them.
Cargo Sub-Compartment
Center cargo sub-compartment*
Raise the luggage board to put small items in the cargo sub-compartment.
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