MAZDA MODEL MX-30 EV 2022 Owners Manual

Modification and
Add-On Equipment
▼ Modi
fication and Add-On
Equipment
Mazda cannot guarantee the
immobilizer system's operation if the
system has been modified or if any
add-on equipment has been installed.
CAUTION
To avoid damage to the vehicle, do not
modify the system or install any add-on
equipment to the immobilizer system
or the vehicle.
Immobilizer System
▼ Immobilizer System
The immobilizer system allows the EV
system to start only with a key the
system recognizes.

If someone attempts to start the EV
system with an unrecognized key, the
EV system will not start, thereby
helping to prevent vehicle theft.
If you have a problem with the
immobilizer system or the key, consult
an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
CAUTION

Radio equipment like this is
governed by laws in the United
States.
Changes or modi fications not
expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could
void the user's authority to operate
the equipment.
 To avoid damage to the key, do not:
 Drop the key.
 Get the key wet.
 Expose the key to any kind of
magnetic field.
 Expose the key to high
temperatures on places such as the
dashboard, under direct sunlight.
 If the EV system does not start with
the correct key, and the security
indicator light keeps illuminating or
fl ashing, the system may have a
malfunction. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
Before Driving
Security System
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NOTE
The keys carry a unique electronic
code. For this reason, and to assure
your safety, obtaining a replacement
key requires security validation, this
will add some delays in supplying a
replacement key. They are only
available through an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
Always keep a spare key in case one
is lost. If a key is lost, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible.
If you lose a key, an Authorized
Mazda Dealer will reset the
electronic codes of your remaining
keys and immobilizer system. Bring
all the remaining keys to an
Authorized Mazda Dealer to reset.
Starting the vehicle with a key that
has not been reset is not possible.
▼Operation
NOTE
The EV system may not start and
security indicator light may illuminate
or
flash if the key is placed in an area
where it is di fficult for the system to
detect the signal, such as on the
dashboard or in the glove
compartment. Move the key to a
location within the signal range,
switch the power switch o ff, and
then restart the EV system.
Signals from a TV or radio station, or
from a transceiver or mobile
telephone could interfere with your
immobilizer system. If you are using
the proper key and the EV system
fails to start, check the security
indicator light.
Arming
The system is armed when the power
switch is switched from ON to off.
The security indicator light in the
instrument cluster flashes every 2
seconds until the system is disarmed.

Disarming
The system is disarmed when the
power switch is switched ON with the
correct programmed key. The security
indicator light illu minates for about 3
seconds and then turns off.
If the EV system does not start with the
correct key, and the security indicator
light remains illuminated or flashing ,
try the following:
Make sure the key is within the
operational range for signal
transmission. Switch the power switch
o ff, and then restart the EV system. If
the EV system does not start after 3 or
more tries, contact an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
Before Driving
Security System
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Break-In Period
▼Break-In Period
No special break-in is necessary, but if
unnecessary hard stops are avoided in
the
first 1,000 km (600 miles), it may
add to the performance, economy,
and life of the vehicle.
Hazardous Driving
▼ Hazardous Driving
WARNING
Be careful when applying sudden
regenerative braking on slippery
surfaces:
The sudden change in tire speed could
cause the tires to skid. This could lead
to loss of vehicle control and an
accident.
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 4-63.
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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Floor Mat
▼Floor Mat
We recommend the use of Genuine
Mazda
floor mats.
WARNING
Make sure the
floor mats are hooked
on the retention pins to prevent them
from bunching up under the foot
pedals:
Using a floor mat that is not secured is
dangerous as it will interfere with the
accelerator and brake pedal operation,
which could result in an accident.
Do not install two floor mats, one on
top of the other, on the driver's side:
Installing two floor mats, one on top of
the other, on the driver's side is
dangerous as the retention pins can
only keep one floor mat from sliding
forward.
Loose floor mat(s) will interfere with
the foot pedals and could result in an
accident.
If using an all-weather mat for winter
use always remove the original floor
mat.
When setting a floor mat, position the
fl oor mat so that its grommets are
inserted over the pointed end of the
retention posts.
Rocking the Vehicle
▼ Rocking the Vehicle
WARNING
Do not spin the wheels at more than
56 km/h (35 mph), and do not allow
anyone to stand behind a wheel when
pushing the vehicle:
When the vehicle is stuck, spinning the
wheels at high speed is dangerous. The
spinning tire could overheat and
explode. This could cause serious
injuries.
CAUTION
Too much rocking may cause EV
Transaxle failure, and tire damage.
If you must rock the vehicle to free it
from snow, sand or mud, depress the
accelerator slightly and slowly move
the selector lever from D to R position.
Before Driving
Driving Tips
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Winter Driving
▼Winter Driving
Carry emergency gear, including tire
chains, window scraper,
flares, a small
shovel, jumper cables, and a small bag
of sand or salt.
Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer to
check the following:
Have the proper ratio of antifreeze in
the radiator.
Refer to Coolant on page 6-11.
Inspect the lead-acid battery and its
cables. Cold reduces battery
capacity.
Inspect the EV system for damage
and loose connections.
Use washer fluid made with
antifreeze ―but do not use coolant
antifreeze for washer fluid (page
6-13).
NOTE
Remove snow before driving. Snow
left on the windshield is dangerous
as it could obstruct vision.
Do not apply excessive force to a
window scraper when removing ice
or frozen snow on the mirror glass
and windshield.
Never use warm or hot water for
removing snow or ice from windows
and mirrors as it could result in the
glass cracking.
Drive slowly. Braking performance
can be adversely a ffected if snow or
ice adheres to the brake
components. If this situation occurs,
drive the vehicle slowly, releasing the
accelerator pedal and lightly applying
the brakes several times until the
brake performance returns to
normal.
▼ Snow Tires
Use snow tires on all 4 wheels
Do not go faster than 120 km/h (75
mph) while driving with snow tires.
In
flate snow tires 30 kPa (0.3 kgf/cm
2,
4.3 psi) more than recommended on
the tire pressure label (rear door on the
driver's side), but never more than the
maximum cold-tire pressure shown on
the tires.

The vehicle is originally equipped with
all season radials designed to be used
all year around. In some extreme
climates you may find it necessary to
replace them with snow tires during
the winter months to further improve
traction on snow and ice covered
roads.
WARNING
Use only the same size and type tires
(snow, radial, or non-radial) on all 4
wheels:
Using tires di fferent in size or type is
dangerous. Your vehicle's handling
could be greatly aff ected and result in
an accident.
CAUTION
Check local regulations before using
studded tires.
NOTE
The tire pressure monitoring system
may not function correctly when using
tires with steel wire reinforcement in
the sidewalls (page 4-181).
▼ Tire Chains
Check local regulations before using
tire chains.
Before Driving
Driving Tips
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CAUTION
Chains may
aff ect handling.
 Do not go faster than 50 km/h (30
mph) or the chain manufacturer's
recommended limit, whichever is
lower.
 Drive carefully and avoid bumps,
holes, and sharp turns.
 Avoid locked-wheel braking.
 Do not use chains on a temporary
spare tire; it may result in damage to
the vehicle and to the tire. Your
vehicle is not equipped with a
factory installed temporary spare tire.
 Do not use chains on roads that are
free of snow or ice. The tires and
chains could be damaged.
 Chains may scratch or chip
aluminum wheels.
NOTE
The tire pressure monitoring system
may not function correctly when
using tire chains.
Install the chains on the front tires only.
Do not use chains on the rear tires.
Please consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
Installing the chains
1. Secure the chains on the front tires as tightly as possible.
Always follow the chain
manufacturer's instructions.
2. Retighten the chains after driving 1/2 ―1 km (1/4 ―1/2 mile).
Overloading
▼Overloading
WARNING
Be careful not to overload your
vehicle:
The gross axle weight rating (GAWR)
and the gross vehicle weight rating
(GVWR) of the vehicle are on the
Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Label
on the driver's door frame. Exceeding
these ratings can cause an accident or
vehicle damage. You can estimate the
weight of the load by weighing the
items (or people) before putting them
in the vehicle.
Before Driving
Driving Tips
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Driving on Uneven Road
▼Driving on Uneven Road
Your vehicle's suspension and
underbody can be damaged if driven
on rough/uneven roads or over speed
bumps at excessive speeds. Use care
and reduce speed when traveling on
rough/uneven roads or over speed
bumps.

Use care not to damage the vehicle's
underbody, bumpers or
muffler(s)
when driving under the following
conditions:
Ascending or descending a slope
with a sharp transition angle
Ascending or descending a driveway
or trailer ramp with a sharp transition
angle

This vehicle is equipped with low
pro file tires allowing class-leading
performance and handling. As a result,
the sidewall of the tires are very thin
and the tires and wheels can be
damaged if driven through potholes or
on rough/uneven roads at excessive
speeds. Use care and reduce speed
when traveling on rough/uneven roads
or through potholes.
Before Driving
Driving Tips
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Tra i l e r To w i n g
▼Tra i l e r To w i n g
Yo u r M a z d a i s n o t d e
signed for towing.
Never tow a trailer with your Mazda.
Recreational Towing
▼ Recreational Towing
An example of "recreational towing" is
towing your vehicle behind a
motorhome.
The EV Transaxle is not designed for
towing this vehicle on all 4 wheels.
When doing recreational towing refer
to "Towing Description" (page 7-18)
and "Tiedown Hooks" (page 7-19)
and carefully follow the instructions.
Before Driving
Towing
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MEMO
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4When Driving
Information concerning safer driving and stopping.
Starting and Stopping the EV
System.....................................4-4 Power Switch Position............ 4-4
Starting the EV System............ 4-5
Stopping the EV System.......... 4-8
Instrument Cluster and
Display.................................... 4-9 Instrument Cluster and
Display................................. 4-9
Instrument Cluster................. 4-9
Active Driving Display.......... 4-24
Selector Lever Position
Functions............................... 4-26 Selector Lever Position
Functions............................ 4-26
Selector Lever Operation...... 4-28
Shift-Lock System................. 4-32
Driving Tips......................... 4-32
Switches and Controls............. 4-35 Lighting Control................... 4-35
Turn and Lane-Change
Signals................................ 4-39
Windshield Wipers and
Washer............................... 4-40
Rear Window Wiper and
Washer............................... 4-44
Rear Window Defogger........ 4-45
Horn................................... 4-46
Hazard Warning Flasher....... 4-47
HomeLink Wireless Control
System
*............................... 4-47
Brake.....................................4-52Brake System....................... 4-52
AUTOHOLD........................ 4-57
Emergency Stop Signal
System................................ 4-61
Hill Launch Assist (HLA)........4-61
ABS/TCS/DSC....................... 4-63 Antilock Brake System
(ABS).................................. 4-63
Tra c t i o n C o n t r o l Sy s t e m
(TCS).................................. 4-64
Dynamic Stability Control
(DSC)................................. 4-66
Power Steering....................... 4-67 Power Steering.....................4-67
i-ACTIVSENSE......................... 4-68 i-ACTIVSENSE......................4-68
Forward Sensing Camera
(FSC)
*................................. 4-71
Front Radar Sensor
*.............. 4-75
Front Side Radar Sensor
*.......4-77
Rear Side Radar Sensor
*....... 4-79
Rear Ultrasonic Sensor
*........ 4-80
Front Camera/Side Cameras/
Rear Camera
*...................... 4-81
Driver Monitoring Camera
*..........
.......................................... 4-81
Adaptive Front Lighting System
(AFS)
*................................. 4-82
High Beam Control System
(HBC)
*................................ 4-83
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