overheating MAZDA MODEL CX-9 2021 User Guide

parking brake is applied, the EPB switch
indicator light turns on.
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, release the parking brake
and verify that the brake system warning
light is turned off.
NOTE
The parking brake cannot be applied or
released while the vehicle battery is
dead.
If the EPB is repeatedly applied and
released it may stop operating to
prevent overheating of the motor. If this
occurs, wait approx. 1 minute before
operating the EPB switch again.
An operation sound occurs when
applying or releasing the parking brake,
however, this does not indicate a
malfunction.
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 the parking brake is applied and
the ignition is switched OFF, an
operation sound can be heard, however,
this does not indicate a problem.
The brake pedal may move while the
parking brake is being applied or
released, however, this does not indicate
a problem.
If the EPB switch is continually pulled
while driving the vehicle, the parking
brake will be applied and the EPB
warning beep will be activated. When
the switch is released, the parking brake
is released and the beep stops.
If the parking brake is applied with the
ignition switched off or in ACC, the
brake system warning light in the
instrument cluster and the indicator
light in the switch may turn on for 15
seconds.
When running the vehicle through an
automatic car wash, it may be necessary
to switch the ignition off with the
parking brake released depending on
the type of automatic car wash.
When applying the parking brake
The parking brake can be applied
regardless of the ignition switch position.
Securely depress the brake pedal and pull
up the EPB switch.
The parking brake is applied and the brake
system warning light and the EPB switch
indicator light turn on.
When Driving
Brake
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i-ACTIV AWD Operation*
AWD provides excellent drivability on
snow-covered and ice-packed roads, sand
and mud, as well as on steep slopes and
other slippery surfaces.
A system malfunction or operation
conditions are indicated by a warning.
Refer to Contact Authorized Mazda
Dealer and Have Vehicle Inspected on
page 7-31.
WARNING
Never spin a wheel that is off the ground:
Spinning a wheel that is off the ground as a
result of the vehicle being stuck or in a
ditch is dangerous. The drive assembly
could be seriously damaged which could
lead to an accident or could even lead to
overheating, oil leakage, and a fire.
▼ AWD Driving
WARNING
Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed and
abrupt maneuvers when driving this
vehicle:
Sharp turns, excessive speed and abrupt
maneuvering of this vehicle is dangerous
as it could result in the increased risk of loss
of vehicle control, vehicle roll-over,
personal injury or death.
This vehicle has a higher center of gravity.
Vehicles with a higher center of gravity
such as utility and AWD vehicles handle
differently than vehicles with a lower center
of gravity.
Utility and AWD vehicles are not designed
for cornering at high speeds any more than
low profile sports cars are designed to
perform satisfactorily under off-road
conditions. In addition, utility vehicles have
a significantly higher rollover rate than
other types of vehicles.
Drive carefully when the vehicle is loaded
by lowering vehicle speed and applying the
brakes earlier:
Abrupt maneuvering and sudden braking
when driving a loaded vehicle is dangerous
as the driving behavior of a vehicle with a
high center of gravity is different when it is
loaded compared to when it is not, and
could result in the loss of vehicle control
and an accident.
▼Tires and Tire Chains
The condition of the tires plays a large role
in the performance of the vehicle.
Moreover, to prevent adverse effects to the
drive assembly, please note the following:
Tires
When replacing tires, always replace all
front and rear tires at the same time.
All tires must be of the same size,
manufacture, brand and tread pattern.
Pay particular attention when equipping
snow or other types of winter tires.
Do not mix tread-worn tires with normal
tires.
Inspect tire inflation pressures at the
specified periods adjust to the specified
pressures.
NOTE
Check the tire inflation pressure label
attached to driver's door frame for the
correct tire inflation pressure.
When Driving
i-ACTIV AWD
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7If Trouble Arises
Helpful information on what to do if a problem arises with the vehicle.
Parking in an Emergency................. 7-2 Parking in an Emergency..............7-2
Flat Tire.............................................. 7-3 Spare Tire and Tool Storage......... 7-3
Changing a Flat Tire..................... 7-9
Battery Runs Out............................ 7-19 Jump-Starting............................. 7-19
Emergency Starting.........................7-22 Starting a Flooded Engine.......... 7-22
Push-Starting.............................. 7-22
Overheating......................................7-23 Overheating................................ 7-23
Emergency Towing.......................... 7-25 Towing Description.................... 7-25
Towing Hooks (Mexic o).............7-26
Warning/Indicator Lights and
Warning Sounds.............................. 7-28
If a Warning Light Turns On or
Flashes........................................ 7-28
Message Indicated on
Display........................................7-43
Message Indicated in Multi-
information Display
*.................. 7-45
Warning Sound is Activated....... 7-47
When Liftgate Cannot be
Opened..............................................7-52 When Liftgate Cannot be
Opened........................................7-52
Active Driving Display Does Not
Operate
*........................................... 7-53
If the Active Driving Display Does
Not Operate................................ 7-53
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Overheating
If the temperature gauge indicates
overheating or the high engine coolant
temperature warning light turns on, the
vehicle loses power, or you hear a loud
knocking or pinging noise, the engine is
probably too hot.
WARNING
Pull over to a safe location, then switch
the ignition off and make sure the fan is
not running before attempting to work
near the cooling fan:
Working near the cooling fan when it is
running is dangerous. The fan could
continue running indefinitely even if the
engine has stopped and the engine
compartment temperature is high. You
could be hit by the fan and seriously
injured.
Do not remove either cooling
system cap when the engine and radiator
are hot:
When the engine and radiator are hot,
scalding coolant and steam may shoot out
under pressure and cause serious injury.
Open the hood ONLY after steam is no
longer escaping from the engine:
Steam from an overheated engine is
dangerous. The escaping steam could
seriously burn you.
If the temperature gauge indicates
overheating or the high engine coolant
temperature warning light turns on:

1. Drive safely to the side of the road and
park off the right-of-way.
2. Shift into park (P).
3. Apply the parking brake.
4. Turn off the air conditioner.
5. Check whether coolant or steam is escaping from the engine
compartment.

If steam is coming from the engine
compartment:
Do not go near the front of the vehicle.
Stop the engine.
Wait until the steam dissipates, then
open the hood and start the engine.

If neither coolant nor steam is
escaping:
Open the hood and idle the engine
until it cools.
CAUTION
If the cooling fan does not operate
while the engine is running, the engine
temperature will increase. Stop the
engine and call an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
6. Make sure the cooling fan is operating, then turn off the engine after the
temperature has decreased.
7. When cool, check the coolant level.
If Trouble Arises
Overheating
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If it is low, look for coolant leaks from
the radiator and hoses.

If you find a leak or other damage, or if
coolant is still leaking:
Stop the engine and call an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
Cooling system cap
Coolant reservoir
Cooling fan
If you find no problems, the engine is
cool, and no leaks are obvious:
Carefully add coolant as required (page
6-22).
CAUTION
If the engine continues to overheat or
frequently overheats, have the cooling
system inspected. The engine could be
seriously damaged unless repairs are
made. Consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
If Trouble Arises
Overheating
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SignalWarning
Charging System Warn‐
ing Indication/Warning Light If the warning light illuminates while drivin
g, it indicates a malfunction of the alter‐
nator or of the charging system.
Drive to the side of the ro ad 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 be‐
cause the engine could stop unexpectedly.
Engine Oil 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 pa rk off the right-of-way on level ground.
2. Turn off the engine and wait 5 minutes fo r the oil to drain back into the oil pan.
3. Inspect the engine oil level (page 6-21). 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 th e oil level is normal or after adding oil,
stop the engine immediately and have your vehicle towed to an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
(Red)
High Engine Coolant
Temperature Warning Indication/Warning Light The light flashes when the engine coolant temperature is extremely high, and illumi
‐
nates when the engine coolant temperature increases further.
Handling Procedure
Flashing light
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.
Illuminated light
This indicates the possibility of overheati ng. Park the vehicle in a safe place immedi ‐
ately and stop the engine.
Refer to Overheating on page 7-23.
CAUTION
Do not drive the vehicle with the high engine coolant temperature warning light illumi‐
nated. Otherwise, it could resu lt in damage to the engine.
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
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Index
Lighting Control................................4-70
Lights-on Reminder.......................... 7-47
Light BulbsReplacement................................ 6-38
Specifications.................................9-6
Lubricant Quality ................................ 9-4
Luggage Compartment......................5-71
Cargo Securing Loops ................. 5-71
Cargo Sub-Compartment............. 5-71
Luggage Compartment Light............ 5-55
M
Maintenance
Information.................................... 6-2
Scheduled.......................................6-4
Map Lights........................................ 5-55
Mazda Connect................................. 5-32 Appendix..................................... 5-44
Appendix (Mazda Connect (Type
A))................................................5-25
Appendix (Mazda Connect (Type
B))................................................ 5-44
Connected Service... .................... 5-52
Mazda Connect Basic
Operations....................................5-36
Mazda Connect Basic Operations
(Mazda Connect (Type A))..........5-17
Mazda Connect Basic Operations
(Mazda Connect (Type B)).......... 5-36
Mazda Connect (Mazda Connect
(Type A))..................................... 5-14
Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop &
Go function (MRCC with Stop & Go
function).......................................... 4-143 Close proximity warning........... 4-147
Cruise control function.............. 4-155
Display indication......................4-145
Setting the system..................... 4-148
Stop hold control....................... 4-154
Message Indicated in Multi-information
Display.............................................. 7-45
Message Indicated on Display.......... 7-43
Meters................................................ 4-11
MirrorsOutside mirrors..... ....................... 3-34
Rearview mirror.......................... 3-36
Mirror Defogger......... ....................... 4-82
Moonroof...........................................3-42
Multi-information Display (Type
A).......................................................4-13
Multi-information Display (Type
B)....................................................... 4-30
Multi-information Display (Type
C)....................................................... 4-45
O
Off-Road Traction Assist Off-Road Traction Assist indicator
light............................................ 4-107
Off-Road Traction Assist
switch......................................... 4-108
Outside Mirrors......... ........................ 3-34
Overhead Console............................. 5-68
Overhead Lights................................ 5-55
Overheating....................................... 7-23
Overloading....................................... 3-54
Owner Maintenance Closing the hood...... ................... 6-17
Engine compartment overview.... 6-19
Key battery replacemen t..............6-32
Opening the hood........................ 6-17
Owner maintenance
precautions................................... 6-15
P
Parking Sensor System (Mazda Connect
(Type A))......................................... 4-272
Sensor detection range.............. 4-274
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Index
Tire Information................................ 8-25
Tire Pressure Monitoring System.... 4-252
To w i n gHook.............. .............................. 7-26
Recreational towing.....................3-65
Trailer towing (U.S.A. and
Canada)........................................ 3-57
Towing Description........................... 7-25
Traction Control System (TCS)...... 4-103 TCS OFF Indicator Light.......... 4-104
TCS OFF Switch....................... 4-104
TCS/DSC indicator light........... 4-103
Traffic Sign Recognition System
(TSR)............................................... 4-127
Trailer Stability Control (TSC)....... 4-106
Transmitter.......................................... 3-5
Trouble
Battery runs out........................... 7-19
Emergency starting...................... 7-22
Emergency towing....................... 7-25
Flat tire.......................................... 7-3
Overheating................................. 7-23
Parking in an emergency............... 7-2
When Liftgate Cannot be
Opened......................................... 7-52
Turn Signals...................................... 4-77
U
Ultrasonic Sensor (Rear)................. 4-245
USB Power Outlet............................ 5-60
V
Vanity Mirrors................................... 5-54
Vehicle Information Labels................. 9-2
W
Warning Sound is Activated............. 7-47 Advanced Key removed from vehicle
warning beep............................... 7-48
Air bag/seat belt pretensioner system
warning beep............................... 7-47
AUTOHOLD warning beep........ 7-49
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
warning beep............................... 7-50
Collision warning...... .................. 7-51
Electric Parking Brake (EPB)
Warning Beep.............................. 7-49
Excessive speed warning.............7-50
Ignition not switched off (STOP)
warning beep............................... 7-48
Key left-in-luggage compartment
warning beep (With the advanced
keyless function)..........................7-49
Key left-in-trunk warning beep (With
the advanced keyless function).... 7-49
Key left-in-vehicle warning beep
(With the advanced keyless
function).......................................7-49
Key removed from vehicle warning
beep..............................................7-48
Lane Departure Warning sound... 7-51
Lights-on reminder...................... 7-47
Mazda Radar Cruise Control with
Stop & Go function (MRCC with
Stop & Go function) system
warnings.......................................7-50
Power Liftgate Warning Beep..... 7-49
Power steering warning buzzer....7-50
Request switch inoperable warning
beep (With the advanced keyless
function).......................................7-49
Seat belt warning beep................ 7-47
Tire inflation pressure warning
beep..............................................7-50
Warranty............................................ 8-16
Weights................................................ 9-6
Windows Power windows........................... 3-39
Windshield Washer........................... 4-81
Windshield Wipers............................ 4-78
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