traction control MAZDA MODEL CX-9 2021 Owners Manual

Interior Equipment (View A)
ƒDoor-lock knob..................................................................................................... page 3-18
„ Turn and lane-change signal..................................................................................page 4-77
… Lighting control.....................................................................................................page 4-70
† Wiper and washer lever.............................. ........................................................... page 4-78
‡ TCS OFF switch................................................................................................. page 4-104
ˆ Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) & Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) OFF
switch.................................................................................................................. page 4- 160
‰ Parking sensor switch.................................... ..................................................... page 4-276
Š 360° View Monitor switch..................................................................................page 4-187
‹ Off-Road Traction Assist switch........................................................................ page 4-108
ΠPower liftgate switch............................................................................................. page 3-22
Outside mirror switch............................................................................................page 3-34
Ž Door-lock switch................................................................................................... page 3-16
Power window lock switch...................... ............................................................. page 3-39
Power window switches................................. ....................................................... page 3-39
Pictorial Index
Interior Overview
1-2The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle
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Hazardous Driving
WA R N I N G
Be extremely careful if it is necessary to
downshift on slippery surfaces:
Downshifting into lower gear while driving
on slippery surfaces is dangerous. The
sudden change in tire speed could cause
the tires to skid. This could lead to loss of
vehicle control and an accident.
Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed and
abrupt maneuvers when driving this
vehicle:
Sharp turns, excessive speed and abrupt
maneuvering of this vehicle are 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 vehicles handle differently
than vehicles with a lower center of gravity.
Utility 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.
In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is
significantly more likely to die than a
person wearing a seat belt.
When driving on ice or in water, snow,
mud, sand, or similar hazards:
Be cautious and allow extra distance for
braking.
Avoid sudden braking and sudden
maneuvering.
Do not pump the brakes. Continue to
press down on the brake pedal.
Refer to Antilock Brake System (ABS)
on page 4-102.
If you get stuck, select a lower gear and
accelerate slowly. Do not spin the front
wheels.
For more traction in starting on slippery
surfaces such as ice or packed snow, use
sand, rock salt, chains, carpeting, or
other nonslip material under the front
wheels.
NOTE
Use snow chains only on the front wheels.
Before Driving
Driving Tips
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4When Driving
Information concerning safe driving and stopping.
Start/Stop Engine.............................. 4-4 Ignition Switch........ ..................... 4-4
Starting the Engine....................... 4-5
Turning the Engine Off...............4-10
Instrument Cluster and Display ............
........................................................... 4-11 Instrument Cluster and
Display........................................ 4-11
Instrument Cluster (Type A)....... 4-12
Instrument Cluster (Type B)....... 4-29
Instrument Cluster (Type C)....... 4-44
Active Driving Display
*............. 4-56
Automatic Transaxle....................... 4-59 Automatic Transaxle
Controls...................................... 4-59
Shift-Lock System...................... 4-60
Transaxle Ranges........................4-60
Manual Shift Mode..................... 4-62
Direct Mode
*.............................. 4-68
Driving Tips................................4-69
Switches and Controls..................... 4-70 Lighting Control......................... 4-70
Fog Lights
*................................. 4-76
Turn and Lane-Change
Signals........................................ 4-77
Windshield Wipers and
Washer........................................ 4-78
Rear Window Wiper and
Washer........................................ 4-81
Rear Window Defogg er.............. 4-82
Horn............................................ 4-83
Hazard Warning Flasher............. 4-84
HomeLink Wireless Control System
(Type A)
*.................................... 4-84
HomeLink Wireless Control System
(Type B)
*.................................... 4-88
Brake................................................ 4-92 Brake System.............................. 4-92
AUTOHOLD.............................. 4-96
Hill Launch Assist (HLA)........ 4-100
ABS/TCS/DSC/Trailer Stability
Control (TSC)/Off-Road Traction
Assist............................................... 4-102 Antilock Brake System
(ABS)........................................4-102
Traction Control System
(TCS)........................................ 4-103
Dynamic Stability Control
(DSC)........................................4-105
Trailer Stability Control
(TSC)........................................ 4-106
Off-Road Traction Assist
*........ 4-107
Drive Selection............................... 4-109 Drive Selection......................... 4-109
i-ACTIV AWD................................4-111 i-ACTIV AWD Operation
*....... 4-111
Power Steering............................... 4-113 Power Steering..........................4-113
*Some models.4-1
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SignalIndicator Page
Lights-On Indication/Indicator Light 4-70
Headlight High-Beam Indicator LightHeadlight
High-Low Beam 4-74
Flashing the Headlights 4-74
Turn Signal/Hazard Warning Indicator Lights Turn and
Lane-Change Signals4-77
Hazard Warning Flasher4-84
AUTOHOLD Active Indicator Light*14-98
*Mazda Radar Cruise Control with St op & Go function (MRCC with Stop
& Go function) indicator Light*14-154
TCS/DSC Indicator Light*1
Traction Control System (TCS) 4-103
Dynamic Stabil‐ ity Control(DSC)4-105
Turns on 7-31
TCS OFF Indicator Light (FWD) *14-104
Off-Road Traction Assist Indicator Light (AWD) *14-107
Select Mode Indication 4-109
(Green)High Beam Control System (HBC) Indicator Light 4-119
Blind Spot Monitoring (B
SM) OFF Indicator Light*1
Malfunction
7-31
Except malfunc ‐
tion
4-125
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
4-26*Some models.
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SignalIndicator Page
Shift Position Indication 4-61
Lights-On Indication/Indicator Light 4-70
Headlight High-Beam Indicator LightHeadlight
High-Low Beam 4-74
Flashing the Headlights 4-74
Turn Signal/Hazard Warning Indicator Lights Turn and
Lane-Change Signals4-77
Hazard Warning Flasher4-84
AUTOHOLD Active Indicator Light*14-98
*Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (MRCC with Stop
& Go function) indicator Light*14-154
TCS/DSC Indicator Light*1
Traction Control System (TCS) 4-103
Dynamic Stabil ‐
ity Control (DSC)4-105
Turns on 7-31
TCS OFF Indicator Light (FWD) *14-104
Off-Road Traction Assist Indicator Light (AWD) *14-107
Select Mode Indication 4-109
(Green)
*High Beam Control System (HBC) Indicator Light4-119
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
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SignalIndicator Page
TCS/DSC Indicator Light*1
Traction Control
System (TCS) 4-103
Dynamic Stabil ‐
ity Control (DSC)4-105
Turns on 7-31
TCS OFF Indicator Light (FWD) *14-104
Off-Road Traction Assist Indicator Light (AWD) *14-107
Select Mode Indication 4-109
*Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) OFF Indicator Light*1
Malfunction
7-31
Except malfunc ‐
tion
4-125
(Red)
*Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) Indicator Light 4-174
*Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) OFF Indicator Light*14-174
(White)Cruise Main Indication 4-248
(Green)Cruise Set Indication 4-248
*1 The light turns on when the i
gnition is switched on for an operation check, and turns off
a few seconds later or when the engine is sta rted. If the light does not turn on or remains
turned on, have the vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
▼ Wrench Indicator Light
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
4-54*Some models.
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Antilock Brake System(ABS)
The ABS control unit continuously
monitors the speed of each wheel. If one
wheel is about to lock up, the ABS
responds by automatically releasing and
reapplying that wheel's brake.

The driver will feel a slight vibration in
the brake pedal and may hear a chattering
noise from the brake system. This is
normal ABS system operation. Continue
to depress the brake pedal without
pumping the brakes.

The warning light turns on when the
system has a malfunction.
Refer to Contact Authorized Mazda
Dealer and Have Vehicle Inspected on
page 7-31.
WA R N I N G
Do not rely on ABS as a substitute for safe
driving:
The ABS cannot compensate for unsafe
and reckless driving, excessive speed,
tailgating (following another vehicle too
closely), driving on ice and snow, and
hydroplaning (reduced tire friction and
road contact because of water on the road
surface). You can still have an accident.
NOTE
Braking distances may be longer on
loose surfaces (snow or gravel, for
example) which usually have a hard
foundation. A vehicle with a normal
braking system may require less
distance to stop under these conditions
because the tires wi ll build up a wedge
of surface layer when the wheels skid.
The sound of the ABS operating may be
heard when starting the engine or
immediately after starting the vehicle,
however, it does not indicate a
malfunction.
When Driving
ABS/TCS/DSC/Trailer Stability Cont rol (TSC)/Off-Road Traction Assist
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Traction Control System(TCS)
The Traction Control System (TCS)
enhances traction and safety by controlling
engine torque and braking. When the TCS
detects driving wheel slippage, it lowers
engine torque and operates the brakes to
prevent loss of traction.

This means that on a slick surface, the
engine adjusts automa tically to provide
optimum power to the drive wheels,
limiting wheel spin and loss of traction.

The warning light turns on when the
system has a malfunction.
Refer to Contact Authorized Mazda
Dealer and Have Vehicle Inspected on
page 7-31.
WARNING
Do not rely on the Traction Control System
(TCS) as a substitute for safe driving:
The Traction Control System (TCS) cannot
compensate for unsafe and reckless
driving, excessive speed, tailgating
(following another vehicle too closely), and
hydroplaning (reduced tire friction and
road contact because of water on the road
surface). You can still have an accident.
Use snow tires or tire chains and drive at
reduced speeds when roads are covered
with ice and/or snow:
Driving without proper traction devices on
snow and/or ice-covered roads is
dangerous. The Traction Control System
(TCS) alone cannot provide adequate
traction and you co uld still have an
accident.
NOTE
To turn off the TCS, press the TCS OFF
switch (page 4-104).
▼ TCS/DSC Indicator Light
This indicator light stays on for a few
seconds when the ignition is switched ON.
If the TCS, DSC or the Trailer Stability
Control (TSC) is operating, the indicator
light flashes.

If the light stays on, the TCS, DSC or the
brake assist system may have a
malfunction and they may not operate
correctly. Take your vehicle to an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
NOTE
In addition to the indicator light
flashing, a slight lugging sound will
come from the engine. This indicates
that the TCS/DSC is operating properly.
On slippery surfaces, such as fresh
snow, it will be impossible to achieve
high rpm when the TCS is on.
When Driving
ABS/TCS/DSC/Trailer Stability Control (TSC)/Off-Road Traction Assist
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Dynamic Stability Control(DSC)
The Dynamic Stabil ity Control (DSC)
automatically controls braking and engine
torque in conjunction with systems such as
ABS and TCS to help control side slip
when driving on slippery surfaces, or
during sudden or evasive maneuvering,
enhancing vehicle safety.

Refer to ABS (page 4-102) and TCS (page
4-103).

DSC operation is possible at speeds
greater than 20 km/h (12 mph).

The warning light turns on when the
system has a malfunction.
Refer to Contact Authorized Mazda
Dealer and Have Vehicle Inspected on
page 7-31.
WARNING
Do not rely on the Dynamic Stability
Control as a substitute for safe driving:
The Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
cannot compensate for unsafe and reckless
driving, excessive speed, tailgating
(following another vehicle too closely), and
hydroplaning (reduced tire friction and
road contact because of water on the road
surface). You can still have an accident.
CAUTION
 The DSC may not operate correctly
unless the following are observed:
 Use tires of the correct size
specified for
your Mazda on all 4 wheels.
 Use tires of the same manufacturer,
brand and tread pattern on all 4
wheels.
 Do not mix worn tires.
 The DSC may not operate correctly when
tire chains are used or a temporary spare
tire is installed because the tire diameter
changes.
▼ TCS/DSC Indicator Light
This indicator light stays on for a few
seconds when the ignition is switched ON.
If the TCS, DSC or the Trailer Stability
Control (TSC) is operating, the indicator
light flashes.

If the light stays on, the TCS, DSC or the
brake assist system may have a
malfunction and they may not operate
correctly. Take your vehicle to an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
When Driving
ABS/TCS/DSC/Trailer Stability Control (TSC)/Off-Road Traction Assist
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Trailer Stability Control(TSC)
If the vehicle sways while being driven
and towing a trailer, the Trailer Stability
Control (TSC) auto matically controls
braking and engine torque to suppress the
swaying and enhance vehicle stability.
The Trailer Stability Control (TSC) is
operable at a vehicle speed of about 65
km/h (40 mph) or more.
When the Trailer Stability Control (TSC)
operates while driving the vehicle, the
TCS/DSC indicator light flashes.
Refer to TCS/DSC Indicator Light on page
4-105.
WA R N I N G
Do not rely solely on the Trailer Stability
Control (TSC)
Assured vehicle stability is limited even if
the Trailer Stability Control (TSC) is
operating. Drive carefully to prevent
accidents.
In particular, if the TCS/DSC indicator light
is flashing, drive the vehicle carefully as it is
in a less stable condition and could sway
more easily. Drive with caution and in
accordance with the road, vehicle and
trailer conditions.
CAUTION
 The Trailer Stability Control (TSC) may
not operate correctly unless the
following are observed:
 Use tires of the correct size specified for
your Mazda on all four wheels.
Use tires of the same manufacturer,
brand and tread pattern on all four
wheels.
 Do not mix worn tires.
 The Trailer Stability Control (TSC) may
not operate correctly when tire chains
are used or a temp orary spare tire is
installed because the tire diameter
changes.
NOTE
The Trailer Stability Control (TSC) uses
the TCS/DSC functions. The Trailer
Stability Control (TSC) does not operate
if there is a malfunction in the TCS/DSC
(the TCS/DSC indicator light turns on).
When the Trailer Stability Control (TSC)
is operating, the brake lights may turn
on.
For information regarding trailer
towing, refer to Trailer Towing (U.S.A.
and Canada) on page 3-57.
When Driving
ABS/TCS/DSC/Trailer Stability Cont rol (TSC)/Off-Road Traction Assist
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