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▼Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
Displays the engine coolant temperature.
The blue gauge indicates that the engine
coolant temperature is low, and the red
gauge indicates that the engine coolant
temperature is high and overheating.
The engine coolant temperature gauge can
be switched to indicate only the high
engine coolant temperature range by
pressing the panel light control switch.
CAUTION
If the high engine coolant temperature
warning light (red) flashes, there is a
possibility of overheating. 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.
Refer to Overheating on page 7-27.
NOTE
The temperature unit (Centigrade/
Fahrenheit) of the engine coolant gauge
display changes in conjunction with the
temperature unit of the outside
temperature display.
Refer to Personalization Features on
page 9-9.
During normal driving, the engine
coolant temperature stabilizes at 100 °C
(210 °F) or less, and the gauge indicates
a range lower than 100 °C (210 °F).
▼ Fuel Gauge
The fuel gauge shows approximately how
much fuel is remaining in the tank when
the ignition is switched ON. We
recommend keeping the tank over 1/4 full.

Full
1/4 Full
Empty
If the fuel level is low, () and () turn an
amber color. Refuel as soon as possible.
Refer to Taking Action on page 7-40.
NOTE
After refueling, it may require some time
for the indicator to stabilize. In addition,
the indicator may deviate while driving
on a slope or curve since the fuel moves
in the tank.
The display indicating a quarter or less
remaining fuel has more segments to
show the remaining fuel level in greater
detail.
The direction of the arrow () indicates
that the fuel-filler lid is on the left side
of the vehicle.
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
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SignalWarning Lights Page
*Door-Ajar Warning Light 7-40
*Door-Ajar Warning Indication7-40
*Trunk lid-Ajar Wa
rning Indication 7-40
*Low Fuel Warning Indication/Warning Light 7-40
Check Fuel Cap Warning Light*17-40
*Low Washer Fluid Level Warni
ng Indication/Warning Light 7-40
*1 The light turns on when the ignition is switched on for an ope
ration check, and turns off a few seconds later or
when the engine is started. If the light does not turn on or remains turned on, have the vehicle inspected at an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
*2 The light turns on continuously when the parking brake is applied.
▼Indication/Indicator Lights
These lights turn on or flash to notify the user of the system
operation status or a system
malfunction.
Signal Indicator Lights Page
*Passenger Air Bag Deactivation Indicator Light*12-45
(White/Green)
*KEY Indicator/Indicator Light 3-9
Security Indicator Light*13-45
*Retractable Hardtop Operation Indicator Light3-40
*Wrench Indication/Indicator Light*14-30
(Blue)Low Engine Coolant Temperature Indicator Light 4-30
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
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SignalIndicator Lights Page
*Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) OFF Indicator Light*1Smart City Brake Sup‐
port (SCBS)4-102
(White)
*Cruise Main Indication 4-110
(Green)
*Cruise Set Indication/Indicator Light4-110
*1 The light turns on when the ignition is switched on for an ope
ration check, and turns off
a few seconds later or when the e ngine is started. If the light does not turn on or remains
turned on, have the ve hicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda De aler.
▼Wrench Indication/Indicator Light*
Type A instrument cluster
Perform maintenance in accordance with
the message.
Type B instrument cluster
When the ignition is switched ON, the
wrench indicator light is illuminated and
then turns off after a few seconds.
The wrench indicator light turns on when
the preset maintenance period arrives.
Verify the content and perform
maintenance.
Refer to Maintenance Monitor on page
6-15.
▼ Low Engine Coolant Temperature
Indicator Light (Blue)
The light illuminates continuously when
the engine coolant temperature is low and
turns off after the engine is warm.
If the low engine c
oolant temperature
indicator light remains illuminated after
the engine has been sufficiently warmed
up, the temperature sensor could have a
malfunction. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
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5Interior Features
Use of various features for ride comfort, including air-conditioning and
audio system.
Climate Control System.................... 5-2 Operating Tips.............................. 5-2
Vent Operation.............................. 5-3
Manual Type................................. 5-5
Fully Automatic Type................. 5-10
Before Using the Audio System...... 5-14 Audio Control Swit ch................. 5-14
AUX/USB mode.........................5-15
Antenna.......................................5-17
Audio Set.......................................... 5-18 Basic Operation Method............. 5-18
Home screen............................... 5-22
Volume/Display/Sound
Controls...................................... 5-23
Operating the Radio....................5-25
Operating the Satellite Radio
*...........
.................................................... 5-29
How to use AUX m ode.............. 5-33
How to use USB mode ............... 5-34
How to use Apple CarPlay™
*...........
.................................................... 5-40
How to use Android Auto™
mode
*..........................................5-43
Bluetooth®.................................. 5-47
Bluetooth
® Preparation.............. 5-50
Available Language.. .................. 5-52
Bluetooth
® Audio....................... 5-53
How to Use Pandora
®*............... 5-56
How to Use Aha™..................... 5-58
How to Use Stitche r™ Radio..... 5-61
Bluetooth
® Hands-Free.............. 5-63
Voice Recognition.................. .....5-73
Settings....................................... 5-75
Applications................................5-77
Troubleshooting.......................... 5-78
Appendix.......................................... 5-84 Things You Need to Know......... 5-84
Interior Equipment......................... 5-91 Sunvisors.................................... 5-91
Interior Lights............................. 5-91
Accessory Socket........................5-92
Cup Holder................................. 5-94
Storage Compartments............... 5-98
Windblocker............................. 5-100
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Audio Control Switch
▼Adjusting the Volume
To increase the volume, press up the
volume switch (
).
To decrease the volume, press down the
volume switch (
).
▼ Seek Switch
AM/FM radio
Press the seek switch (, ). The radio
switches to the next/previous stored
station in the order that it was stored.
Press and hold the seek switch (
, ) to
seek all usable stations at a higher or lower
frequency whether programmed or not.

Radio stations which have been previously
stored in the favorite radio can be called
up by pressing the seek switch (
, )
while any radio station stored in the
favorite radio is being received. Radio
stations can be called up in the order they
were stored with each press of the switch
(
, ).

USB Audio/Bluetooth® Audio
Press the seek switch () to skip forward
to the beginning of the next track.
Press the seek switch (
) within a few
seconds after playba ck begins to track
down to the beginning of the previous
track.
Press the seek switch (
) after a few
seconds have elapsed to start playback
from the beginning of the current track.
Press and hold the seek switch (
, ) to
continuously switch th e tracks up or down.
Pandora
®/Aha™/Stitcher™ Radio
Press the seek switch () to skip forward
to the beginning of the next track.
Press and hold the seek switch (
) to
evaluate the playback of the current song
as “Like”.
Press and hold the seek switch (
) to
evaluate the playback of the current song
as “Dislike”.
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Home screen
IconFunction
Applications
Information such as average fuel economy, maintenance, and warn ings can be verified.
Depending on the grade and specification, the screen display ma y differ.
Entertainment
Operates audio such as the radio. The audio source most recently used is displayed. An
audio source which cannot be used at that time is skipped and t he previous audio source is
displayed.
To change the audio source, select the
icon displayed at the bottom of the screen.
Communication
Bluetooth® related functions are available.
Navigation
Navigation screen is displayed (v ehicles with navigation system).
If the SD card for the navigation system is not inserted, the c ompass indicating the direc‐
tion in which the vehicle is moving is displayed.
The compass may not indicate th e correct bearing when the vehicle is stopped or traveling
at a slow speed.
Settings
Overall setting menu (Such as display, sound, Bluetooth® and Language).
Depending on the grade and specification, the screen display ma y differ.
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When using Apple CarPlay™, please avoid dist raction and use Apple CarPlay™ responsibly.
Stay fully aware of driving conditions and always obey applicable laws.
NOTE
Apple CarPlay™ is provided by Apple® and its use is subject to your agreement to the
Apple CarPlay™ terms of use, which are incl uded as part of the Apple iOS terms of use.
When using Apple CarPlay™, location, speed, and other vehicle data is transferred to
your iPhone
®. For further details, refer to Apple®’s Privacy Policy.
▼Switching to Apple CarPlay™
Connect the iPhone® by inserting the Apple®-genuine connector cord to the USB terminal
indicated by the
mark.
Refer to How to conn ect USB port/Auxiliary jack on page 5-16.
NOTE
When you switch your iPhone® connection from Bluetooth® to the vehicle's USB terminal,
the system switches to Apple CarPlay™. The applications which was being used via
Bluetooth
® connection can be used continuously. Ho wever, the available functions of the
applications us ing Bluetooth
® connection and those on Apple CarPlay™ may differ.
If the iPhone® is connected to the USB te rminal not indicated by the mark, the system
operates in USB mode.
Display of Apple CarPlay™ Screen
Use any of the following methods to display the Apple CarPlay™ screen in the center
display.
Select on the home screen.
Long press on the commander switch.
Select on the home screen, and select from the Applications screen.
Apple CarPlay™ home screen
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When using Android Auto™, please avoid di straction and use Android Auto™ responsibly.
Stay fully aware of driving conditions and always obey applicable laws.
NOTE
Android Auto™ is provided by Google and its use is subject to your agreement to the
Android Auto™ terms of use.
When using Android Auto™, location, speed, and other vehicle data is transferred to your
smart phone. For further details, refer to Google’s Privacy Policy.
▼ How to use the Android Auto™ mode
Insert an Android™ Smartphone-genuine connector cord into the U
SB terminal indicated by
the
icon to connect the Smartphone.
Refer to How to connect USB port/Auxiliary jack on page 5-16.
NOTE
When an Android™ Smartphone connected to Bluetooth® is connected to the vehicle's
USB terminal, Bluetooth
® is used by Android Auto™ and the system switches to Android
Auto™ mode.
If the Android™ Smartphone is conn ected to a USB terminal with no icon indicated,
the system operates in USB mode.
Display of Android Auto™ Mode Screen
Use any of the following methods t o display the Android Auto™ mode screen in the center
display.
Select on the home screen, and select from the Applications screen.
Select on the home screen.
Press and hold on the commander switch.
Android Auto™ mode home screen
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If Android Auto™ cannot be connected
When the message, “Mobile Device Error”, is displayed and Android Auto™ cannot
be connected.
Make sure that the Android™ Smartphone in question is compatibl e with Android Auto™.
Before trying to reconnect your Android™ Smartphone to the conn ector cord, do the
Bluetooth
® device pairing again.
If the Android Auto™ connection setting cannot be changed
Depending on your Android™ Smartphone, the connection setting m ay have been in
charging mode only when the connector cord is connected.
In this case, switch off the Andr oid Auto™ connection setting o nce, and then switch it back
on while connected to USB mode.
The connection setting can be changed to the Android Auto™ conn ection in the
tab
on the Settings screen (page 5-75).
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Bluetooth®
▼Introduction
Bluetooth® Hands-Free outline
When a Bluetooth® device (mobile phone) is connected to the vehicle's Bluetooth® unit via
radio wave transmission, a call c an be made or received by pressing the talk button, pick-up
button, or hang-up button on th e audio remote control switch, o r by operating the center
display. For example, even if a device (mobile phone) is in you r coat pocket, a call can be
made without taking the device (mobile phone) out and operating it directly.
Bluetooth
® audio outline
When a portable audio unit equipped with the Bluetooth® communication function is paired
to the vehicle, you can listen to music stored on the paired portable audio device from the
vehicle's speakers. It is not necessary to connect the portable audio device to the vehicle's
external input terminal. After programming, operate the vehicle audio control panel to play/
stop the audio.

NOTE
For your safety, a device can be paired only when the vehicle is parked. If the vehicle
starts to move, the pairing procedure will en d. Park the vehicle in a safe place before
pairing.
The communication range of a Bluetooth® equipped device is about 10 meters (32 ft) or
less.
Basic audio operation is available us ing voice commands even if Bluetooth® is not
connected.
For safety reasons, operation of the center di splay is disabled while the vehicle is being
driven. However, items not displayed in gray can be operated using the commander
switch while the vehicle is being driven.
CAUTION
Some Bluetooth® mobile devices are not compatible wi th the vehicle. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer, Mazda's call center or Web support center for information regarding
Bluetooth
® mobile device compatibility:

 U.S.A.
Phone: 800-430-0153
Web: www.mazdausa.com/mazdaconnect
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