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If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
If a Warning Light Turns On or Flashes
If any warning light turns on/flashes, take appropriate action for each light. There is no
problem if the light turns off, however if the light does not turn off or turns on/flashes again,
consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
(Vehicles with type B audio)
The warning contents can be verified on the center display.
1. If the warning light is turned on, select icon on the home screen to display the
application screen.
2. Select “Warning Guidance” to display the current warnings.
3. Select the applicable warning to view the warning details.
Stop Vehicle in Safe Place Immediately
If any of the following warning lights turns on, the system may have a m\
alfunction. Stop the
vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Signal Warning
Brake System Warning Light
This warning has the following functions:
Parking brake warning/Warning light inspection
The light illuminates when the parking brake is applied with the ignitio\
n switched to
START or ON. It turns off when the parking brake is fully released.
Low brake fluid level warning
If the brake warning light remains illuminated even though the parking b\
rake is
released, the brake fluid may be low or there could be a problem with the brake system.
Park the vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
WARNING
Do not drive with the brake system warning light illuminated. Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the brakes inspected as soon as possible:
Driving with the brake system warning light illuminated is dangerous. It indicates
that your brakes may not work at all or that they could completely fail at any
time. If this light remains illuminated, after checking that the parking brake is fully
released, have the brakes inspected immediately.
CAUTION
In addition, the effectiveness of the braking may diminish so you may need to depress the brake pedal more strongly than normal to stop the vehicle.
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If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
SignalWarning
Electronic Brake Force Distribution System
Warning If the electronic brake force distribution control unit determines that \
some components
are operating incorrectly, the control unit may illuminate the brake system warning
light and the ABS warning light simultaneously. The problem is likely to be the
electronic brake force distribution system.
WARNING
Do not drive with both the ABS warning light and brake warning light illuminated. Have the vehicle towed to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the brakes
inspected as soon as possible:
Driving when the brake system warning light and ABS warning light are
illuminated simultaneously is dangerous.
When both lights are illuminated, the rear wheels could lock more quickly in an
emergency stop than under normal circumstances.
Charging System Warning Light If the warning light illuminates while driving, it indicates a malfuncti\
on of the
alternator or of the charging system.
Drive to the side of the road 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 because the engine could stop unexpectedly.
Engine Oil Warning LightThis 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 dr\
iving:
1.Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way on level ground.
2.Turn off the engine and wait 5 minutes for the oil to drain back into the oil p\
an.
3.Inspect the engine oil level 6-28. 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 the oil level is normal or \
after adding oil,
stop the engine immediately and have your vehicle towed to an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
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Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
Tire Information (U.S.A.)
NOTE
Tires degrade over time, even when they are not being used on the road. It is recommended
that tires generally be replaced when they are 6 years or older. Heat caused by hot climates
or frequent high loading conditions can accelerate the aging process. The period in which
the tire was manufactured (both week and year) is indicated by a 4-digit number.
Refer to Tire Labeling on page 8-24.
Safety Practices
The way you drive has a great deal to do with your tire mileage and safe\
ty. So cultivate good
driving habits for your own benefit.
 Observe posted speed limits and drive at speeds that are safe for the ex\
isting weather
conditions Avoid fast starts, stops and turns Avoid potholes and objects on the road Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against the curb when parking
CAUTION
If you feel a sudden vibration or ride disturbance while driving or you suspect your tire
or vehicle has been damaged, immediately reduce your speed. Drive with caution until
you can safely pull off the road. Stop and inspect the tire for damage. If the tire is under-
inflated or damaged, deflate it, remove the tire and rim and replace it with your spare tire.
If you cannot detect a cause, have the vehicle towed to the nearest vehicle or tire dealer to
have the vehicle inspected.
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Index
TroubleBattery runs out
.............................7-23
Emergency starting
........................7-26
Emergency towing
........................7-30
Flat tire
............................................7-3
Overheating
...................................7-27
Parking in an emergency
.................7-2
When fuel-filler lid cannot be
opened
...........................................7-29
When trunk lid cannot be opened ...7-49
Trunk Lid
............................................3-18
Inside trunk release lever
..............3-20
When trunk lid cannot be opened ...7-49
Turn Signals
........................................4-40
V
Vanity Mirrors ...................................5-131
Vehicle Information Labels
...................9-2
W
Warning Lights ....................................4-16
Warning Sound is Activated
................7-45
Air bag/seat belt pretensioner system
warning beep
.................................7-45
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) System
warning beep
.................................7-48
Ignition not switched off (STOP)
warning beep
.................................7-46
Key left-in-trunk warning beep (With
the advanced keyless function)
.....7-47
Key left-in-vehicle warning beep (With
the advanced keyless function)
.....7-47
Key removed from vehicle warning
beep
...............................................7-47
Lane Departure Warning System
(LDWS) warning sound
................7-48
Lights-on reminder
........................7-45
Request switch inoperable warning
beep (With the advanced keyless
function)
........................................7-47
Seat belt warning beep
..................7-46
Tire inflation pressure warning
beep
...............................................7-47
Warranty
..............................................8-15
Weights .................................................. 9-6
Windblocker
......................................5-138
Windows Power windows
.............................3-31
Windshield Washer
.............................4-44
Windshield Wipers
..............................4-42
Winter Driving
....................................3-45
Wiper Replacing windshield wiper
blades ............................................. 6-33
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