Mazda 2016 Cx 3 Quick Start Manual

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Genuine Mazda Service
Because you and your Mazda deserve the best
Your new Mazda deserves nothing less than the very best. To keep it running like
new for years to come, trust the experts at your local Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Simply bring your vehicle in for your scheduled maintenance and any needed repairs.*
At participating Mazda Full Circle Service Centers,** our technicians will automatically perform a complimentary Full Circle inspection on your vehicle and issue
a detailed report card at every visit. This is designed to help you keep track of
your Mazda’s critical operating condition. Our factory-trained technicians know
your vehicle inside out and use Genuine Mazda Parts, giving your vehicle the
optimum care and maintenance it requires to run with flawless preciscion.
Remember to further enhance your driving experience, visit your local Mazda
Service Center for your scheduled maintance. It’s also the place where you can
find a wide variety of tires, parts and accessories that are just right fro your vehicle.
* See vehicle’s scheduled-maintnence program for details.
** Visit the Mazda Owners website at www.MyMazda.com/fullcircle to find a
participating Mazda Full Circle Service Dealer.
Customer Experience Center: 1-800-222-5500
Roadside Assistance Contact: 1-800-866-1998

FREE FULL CIRCLE
SERVICE INSPECTION
We’re committed to providing
expert Mazda service.
You love to drive your Mazda, and we love to service your Mazda. With our Full
Circle Service, we’ll give your vehicle a COMPLIMENTARY MULTI-POINT INSPECTION.
Your Mazda will receive a thorough review of it’s most crucial components.
This easy-to-use Smart Start Guide is intended to help you more fully appreciate some of the
unique features and functions of your new vehicle. However, it is not intended to replace your Owner’s Manual. The Owner’s Manual contains more detailed information to help you better understand
the important sfety warnings, features, operation, and maintenance of your vehicle. All information,
specifications, photographs and illustrations in this publication are those in effect at the time
of printing. Mazda reserves the right ot change specifications or design without obligation.
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SMART START GUIDE

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Driver’s View
LIGHTING/
TURN SIGNALS
(P. 25)

DSC
OFF

BLUETOOTH® ACTIVE
HANDS-FREE/ DRIVING INSTRUMENT
AUDIO
DISPLAY1
CLUSTER
(PP. 11-12, 31-32 )

(P. 15)

(PP. 35-38)

TPMS
SET
(P. 7)

BSM

LDWS

(P. 23)

(P. 21)

AFS

(P. 27)

FUEL
HOOD
FILLER LID RELEASE
RELEASE
LIFTGATE
RELEASE

TILT/TELESCOPING
STEERING WHEEL
RELEASE LEVER3

MAZDA RADAR
CRUISE CONTROL
(PP. 17-18)

DO NOT try to adjust the angle or open/close the Active Driving Display by hand. Fingerprints on the display
will make it difficult to view and manual operation could cause damage. Always adjust the Active Driving
Display using the AD-Disp tab in Settings (pg. 15).

To provide a better view of the instrument cluster, adjust the steering wheel up or down/in or out.

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WIPER/
WASHER
(P. 26)

MAZDA CONNECT
INFOTAINMENT
SYSTEM
(PP. 9-10, 13-14, 16, 33)

HAZARD
WARNING

CLOCK
(P. 16)

START/STOP
ENGINE BUTTON
(PP. 5-6)

CLIMATE CONTROL
(PP. 29-30)

SEAT
PASSENGER AIRBAG
CD
TRANSMISSION
(PP. 39-40)
WARMERS
OFF INDICATOR2
PLAYER

This indicator light turns on to remind you that the front passenger’s front/side

airbags and seat belt pretensioner will not deploy during a collision. The reason
for this is that the sensor has determined that an adult is not sitting in the front passenger seat.
NOTE: If a smaller adult sits on the front passenger seat, the sensors might detect the adult as
being a child depending on the person’s physique and may deactivate the front passenger’s front/side
airbags and seat belt pretensioner. Always wear your seat belt and secure children in the rear seats in
appropriate child restraints. See the Owner’s Manual for important information on this safety feature.

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Key
KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM

Lock
• Push once to lock
all doors.
• Push twice
(within five seconds)
for horn sound
verification that all
doors are locked.

• This system allows you to
lock and unlock the doors by
pushing the desired buttons.

Unlock
• Push once to unlock
driver’s door or all the
doors (depending on
personalization setting*).
• Push twice (within three
seconds) to unlock all doors.

Panic Alarm
• Push for one second or more to activate alarm.
• Push Lock, Unlock, or Panic Alarm to turn alarm off.
NOTE: For the hatchback, when the liftgate opener switch is pushed, the liftgate will

open slightly. If the liftgate is not opened within 1.5 seconds, the liftgate latch locks
(you will hear it lock) and the liftgate cannot be opened or closed from this slightly
raised position. To open/close the liftgate, push the liftgate opener switch, open the
liftgate within 1.5 seconds, then close it. The door/liftgate ajar warning light will be on if
the liftgate is not fully closed.

CAUTION:
• Make sure vehicle is OFF and take
the keyless entry system key with
you when leaving the vehicle.
• When locking doors using inside
door switches or inside door-lock
knobs, be careful not to leave the
key inside the vehicle.
NOTE: With Advanced Keyless, there

Inside Door Lock Switch

Lock

Unlock

is a recognizable beep sound to alert you
that the key is inside the vehicle.

CAUTION: RED
Key Indicator Light may illuminate if either advance
key or keyless entry key is placed in the cup holder. The key can sometimes
not be detected in the cup holder.
* Refer to your Owner’s Manual for additional details about “Personalization Features”.

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ADVANCED KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (if equipped)
• This system allows you to lock
and unlock the doors without
taking the key out.

Advanced Key
Door Request Switch

While Carrying the
Advanced Key…
• Unlock the driver’s door
by pushing the driver’s door
request switch once.
• Unlock all doors by pushing
the driver’s door request switch
once or twice (depending on
personalization setting) OR by
pushing the passenger’s door
request switch once.
• Lock all doors by pushing
any request switch once.
• Open the liftgate
by pushing the opener
switch once (switch is
located a little to the right
of the Mazda emblem).

Electric Liftgate Opener

Liftgate Request Switch

NOTE:
• V
ehicles equipped with the Advanced Keyless Entry System and the Keyless
Entry System both use the same type of keyless entry transmitter. However,
only vehicles equipped with the Advanced Keyless Entry System allow you to
lock and unlock the doors with the door request switches (without taking the
key out of your purse or pocket).
• Vehicles equipped with the Keyless Entry System do not have request
switches on the doors/trunk. To lock and unlock the doors, the
corresponding transmitter button must be pushed.

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Key
STARTING THE ENGINE WITH
ACCELERATED WARM-UP SYSTEM (AWS)
The CX-3 is equipped with SKYACTIV combustion technology.
This technology includes AWS (Accelerated Warm-up System) for
optimal emission performance during cold starting conditions.

While Carrying the Key…
• Start the engine by pushing the START/STOP ENGINE button while
pushing the clutch pedal (M/T) or the brake pedal (A/T).
W hat you will notice? On start-up, the engine speed and sound are
higher (1500 RPM) for less than 1 minute to quickly bring the catalyst
to efficient operating temperature. The RPM will reduce to idle once
the temperature is achieved. This is normal engine operation under
cold start conditions.
What this does? This heats up the catalytic converter faster to reduce
emissions and allows Mazda to use an exhaust header on the engine
(to improve efficiency and horsepower).
NOTE: You can drive the vehicle during AWS activation, no need to wait.
• Shut the engine OFF by setting the parking brake/placing the
vehicle in Park (A/T), then push the START/STOP ENGINE button.
• Activate Accessories (ACC) by pushing the START/STOP
ENGINE button once without pushing the clutch or brake pedal.
• Turn the ignition to the ON position by pushing the START/STOP
ENGINE button twice without pushing the clutch or brake pedal.
The key indicator light
in the instrument cluster will show GREEN
(engine ready to start) when the key is detected and the clutch pedal (M/T)
or the brake pedal (A/T) is pushed. If the KEY warning light illuminates
RED, or the START/STOP ENGINE button indicator light flashes AMBER,
this could indicate a problem with the engine starting system and the
inability to start the engine or switch the ignition to ACC or ON. Have your
vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
NOTE: RED

Key Indicator Light may flash if the key is placed in the cup holder.
The key may not be detected in the cup holder.

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Emergency Engine Stop
Pushing and holding the START/STOP ENGINE
button or repeatedly pushing the button while
the engine is running will turn the engine OFF.
Use only in case of an emergency.

START/STOP ENGINE
Button Indicator Light

Emergency Vehicle Entry
If the key cannot be used due to a malfunction
or dead key battery, use the auxiliary key to
lock or unlock the doors.

Emergency Engine Start
If the engine cannot be started due to a dead
key battery:
Push the brake pedal (A/T) or the clutch
1
pedal (M/T).
2 While the indicator light
flashes GREEN, touch the
START/STOP ENGINE button
using the back side of the
transmitter (as shown).

Transmitter

Key (Rear)
Auxiliary Key

3 After the GREEN indicator
light illuminates constantly,
push the START/STOP
ENGINE button with your
finger to start the engine.
Auxiliary Key Release

BREAK-IN PERIOD
No special break-in is necessary, but a few
precautions in the first 600 miles should
be observed.
• Do not race the engine.
• Do not maintain one constant speed, either
slow or fast, for a long period of time.
• Avoid full-throttle starts.
• Avoid unnecessary hard stops.
• Do not drive constantly at full-throttle or high
engine rpm for extended periods of time.

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FUEL ECONOMY:
To achieve the
best fuel economy, visit
www.fueleconomy.gov
for more information.

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Tires
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)
For your safety, the CX-3 is equipped with TPMS that detects low tire
pressure in one or more tires. If the tire pressure starts getting low in
one or more tires, the system alerts the driver by turning on a light in the
instrument cluster (pp. 35-38) and sounding an alarm.

What to do? Don’t ignore the TPMS warning light. Stop and check your
tire pressure (when tires are cold) and inflate them to the proper pressure.
Properly inflated tires are safer, last longer, and increase fuel economy.
In the following cases, the TPMS must be “initialized” so the system can
operate normally.

• The tire pressure is adjusted (up or down) in one or more tires.
• A tire rotation is performed.
• Any tire or wheel is replaced.
• The vehicle’s battery is disconnected, replaced or completely dead.

Initialization Process
(TPMS Warning Light

is Illuminated)

1 Park the vehicle in a safe place and firmly apply the parking brake.
2 Let the tires cool, then adjust the tire pressure to the specified
pressure (See tire label located on the driver’s side door jam area) on
all four (4) tires.
3 Switch the ignition ON, but leave the vehicle parked.
4 Push and hold the TPMS “Set Switch”
(left side of dash) until the TPMS warning
light
in the instrument cluster flashes
twice and a beep sound is heard once.

CAUTION: If the TPMS “Set Switch” is pushed without adjusting the tire
pressure, the system cannot detect the normal tire pressure. The TPMS
warning light may not turn on, even if the tire pressure is low, or it may turn on
if the tire pressure is normal.

NOTE: Drastic changes in temperature or altitude may cause the TPMS warning
light to turn on.

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Seats and Headrests

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FRONT SEATS
Headrests
For your safety, the front seats are equipped with active headrests that
are not adjustable forward or backward, only up and down. An active
headrest is designed to move forward in the event of a collision to close
the gap between your head and the headrest (to prevent whiplash).
Unlocked

REAR SEATS
Push the button to fold down the seatback.
NOTE: Left rear seat release is shown.

NOTE: For tall drivers and front passengers who
adjust the front seats all the way back, the headrests
on the rear seats need to be removed when folding
the rear seatbacks down. If not removed, the rear
headrest will push into the front seatback. In order
to remove the headrest from the rear seat, the
seatback needs to be tilted slightly forward.

Returning rear seats to upright position:
1 Install the headrest (if removed).
2 Raise seatbacks until they lock
into position.
3 Pull on the top of the seatbacks to
make sure they are locked.
4 Check that all seat belts are routed
properly for passenger use.

Locked

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Mazda Connect Infotainment System
MAZDA CONNECT INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM (if equipped)
MAZDA CONNECT is designed to be operated by
using one of the following three interfaces:

1 The commander switch (p. 10).
2 The touchscreen (if the vehicle is not moving).
3 Voice control (p. 10).

Talk

NOTE:
• In the interest of safety and to avoid distracted driving, the touchscreen
is disabled at speeds over 5 mph. Use the commander switch
or voice control to operate the infotainment system.
• You can touch and tap, slide or swipe the touchscreen, but cannot pinch.

Push TALK button
and say “Entertainment.”

Push TALK button
and say “Applications.”

Push TALK button
and say “Navigation.”

Push TALK button and
say “Communication.”

Push TALK button
and say “Settings.”

NOTE: These types of
Warning screens appear
if there is a problem
with the vehicle.

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http://infotainment.mazdahandsfree.com
or call 800-430-0153.

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Commander/Voice Control

COMMANDER SWITCH (if equipped)
The commander is the primary means for operating Mazda Connect.
It allows you to keep your head up and eyes on the road.

The control places five buttons naturally beneath the five fingers and shows
five matching icons on the home screen for touch-only operation. Select a
button around the commander knob to operate the desired system.
FAVORITES - The following can be stored in Favorites:
• 50 stations total for • 50 points of interest in
knob until the Edit/
AM, FM, and XM.
navigation. (To edit or
Delete HOME
delete HOME, select
screen appears.)
• 50 contacts in the
HOME and push and
system phonebook.
Push and hold the
hold the commander
Favorites (Star) button
to store your favorites.
NAVIGATION
MUTE (push down)/
HOME
VOLUME (turn dial)
AUDIO
BACK
(to previous screen)
Select an item on the screen by:
1
Moving the knob up or down, left or right, and/or turn the dial to move the
cursor to the desired on-screen location (and get a description of the icon).
2 Pushing the knob down (ENTER) to select your choice on the screen.

VOICE CONTROL (if equipped)
Voice control is activated by pushing the TALK button on the steering wheel
and speaking a command. Voice commands usually contain a verb (action
word) followed by a noun. Common verbs are “Go to” and “Play”.
SOME COMMON VOICE COMMANDS ARE:
• Help
• Tutorial
• Select
• Cancel
• Scroll/Page Down
(ex: “Select Four” or
• Go Back or Previous
• Scroll/Page Up
“Select Line Four”
• Next or Skip
• Turn Display/Screen Off • Display Clock
Go to (and one of the following):
• Home
• Messages
• Text
• AUX
• Entertainment
• Contacts
• AM/FM
• USB
• Navigation
• Email
• XM
• Pandora
• Communication • Phone
• CD
• Aha
• Settings
• Call History
• Bluetooth
• Stitcher
Play (and one of the following):
• AM/FM
• Bluetooth
• Pandora
• Song
• Album
• XM
• AUX
• Aha
• Playlist
• Genre
• CD
• USB
• Stitcher
• Artist
• Folder

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Bluetooth

PAIRING YOUR BLUETOOTH® PHONE OR AUDIO DEVICE
NOTE:
• For safety reasons, you cannot pair a phone while driving.
• Before pairing your cell phone or audio device, you must manually turn on
the wdevice’s Bluetooth® function. Refer to the owner’s manual for your device.
• For customer service and device compatibility, visit
http://infotainment.mazdahandsfree.com or call 800-430-0153.
• IMPORTANT: Set the volume level on your cell phone or audio device to the highest
level before distortion starts, then adjust the volume on the vehicle’s audio system.
• When in range of another Wi-Fi device, the Bluetooth connection between your
phone and the system may disconnect for a short time if you have Wi-Fi enabled
Turn off Wi-Fi on your phone if needed.

Without Mazda Connect:
1 Manually turn Bluetooth on your phone or audio device.
Talk
2
Push and release the TALK button on the steering
wheel (wait for beep).
3
From main menu, say, “Setup,” then “Pairing Options.”
4
Say, “Pair.”
Pick-up Hang up
5
Say a four-digit code (i.e., “1, 2, 3, 4”).
6
Place phone in discovery mode; if necessary, consult
your phone’s manual or go to www.mazdausa.com/bluetooth.
Select model, Bluetooth, and follow screen prompts.
7
After phone is recognized, you will be prompted to name the paired phone.

With Mazda Connect:
1 Manually turn Bluetooth on your phone or
audio device.
2 Select Communication from Home screen.
3 Select Settings.
4 Select Bluetooth.
5 Select Add New Device to display the message and switch to the device
operation. If this option is grayed out, make sure Bluetooth is turned on at
the top of the menu.
6 Using the device, perform a search for the Bluetooth® device
(Peripheral device).
7 Select “CX-3” from the device list searched by the device. (Device with
Bluetooth® version 2.0) Input the displayed 4-digit pairing code into the
device. (Device with Bluetooth® version 2.1 or higher.)
• J
ust Works is detected the pairing is performed automatically.
• N
umeric Comparison is detected
8 Verify the displayed 6-digit code on the audio unit is also displayed on the
device, and touch the Yes on-screen button and then “YES” on the device
if needed.

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For phone’s compatible with SMS and MMS:
9 (Call History) Incoming/Outgoing history for the device is downloaded
automatically as well as your Phonebook.
10 (Devices compatible with Mazda SMS function) SMS (Short Message
Service) messages and MMS (Multimedia Message Service) messages
for the device are downloaded automatically. Permission may be required,
depending on the mobile device. Refer to your cell phone manufacturer for
assistance with the cell phone permissions.

TO MAKE OR RECEIVE A HANDS-FREE CALL
button: To receive/swap a call.
button: To make a call (push and
say “Phone”) or to skip vehicle
voice guidance and allow user
to speak next voice command.
button: To end/reject a call.

Automatic Bluetooth
Reconnection:
On engine start, the last connected
device will automatically be
re-connected after several seconds.
To switch phones, go to Device
Settings and select Bluetooth.

NOTE: For connection issues, please confirm the Bluetooth connection status
by making sure there is a battery and signal strength icon in the top right corner
of the screen. Some phones will turn off the Bluetooth signal after connecting the
USB cable to the vehicle or after downloading an update.
• If not displayed, check your phone and make sure Bluetooth is turned on
(or discoverable) in the Settings menu. Detailed instructions for some
phones are available online.
• If there is still no connection, delete the pairing data on the system and
your phone and try again after confirming your cell phone is compatible at
http://infotainment.mazdahandsfree.com.
NOTE: Some phone models do not support all features. If your phone or device
does not pair, please visit http://infotainment.mazdahandsfree.com or contact
(800) 430-0153 for further assistance or to report a phone/audio device concern.
The following icons are displayed on the touchscreen during a call:
Displays
the
Calls
another person
Switches
the

Communication
during a call and
call on hold.
screen.
creates a 3‐way
Allows
transmitting

call. Select the
Ends
a call.
DTMF (Dual Tone

contact from one of
Multi‐Frequency)
Transfers
a call from

the following: Call
signal via the
hands‐free to the
History, Contacts
numerical keypad
mobile phone.
(from phonebook),
(generally to a
Transfers
a
call
from

or Dial (from
home telephone
the mobile phone
numerical keypad).
answering machine
to hands‐free.
12
Joins
the call on hold
or an automated

Mutes
the
call.

to make a 3‐way call.
guidance call center).

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Navigation System
NAVIGATION SYSTEM (if equipped)
Planning A Route
IMPORTANT:
• In the interest of safety and to reduce distractions

while you are driving, you should always plan a
route before you start driving.
• To adjust the volume of the navigation system voice while driving, adjust the
volume by turning the VOL knob when voice guidance is being given. To prompt
voice guidance, push the NAVI button to repeat the last instruction.
• For issues with the navigation system, visit
http://infotainment.mazdahandsfree.com or call 800-430-0153.

ICON

Voice Control

Purpose

Hide/Show
Menu Bar

To open and close the Menu bar.

Enter
Destination

To enter an address or favorite destination, or select
a place of interest or a location on the map.

Navigation
Information

To switch to the navigation information screen on
which items such as traffic information and GPS
reception conditions.

Cancel

To cancel an existing way point/route.

Point of
Interest

To find places nearby.

Route Options
View Mode
Settings

To display the route parameters and full length of
route. Perform route-related actions such as edit
or cancel, pick route alternatives, avoid parts, add
destination to Favorites.
To change the map mode
(2D north up / 2D heading up / 3D).
To adjust the navigation settings.

To plan a route on your Navigation system, do the following:
1 Push the NAV button on the commander switch.
2 Select NEW DESTINATION.
3 Select Find Address.
NOTE : By default, the navigation system detects the country and city/town
you are in. If needed, you can change the country or state setting by selecting
Country or a new city/town by selecting City or Zipcode.

4 Enter the street name.
5 Enter the house number, then select the .
6 T he system transitions to a screen where the input location can
be checked. To transition to the next screen, select
Select or to transition to the previous screen, select .

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NOTE: Select Places Nearby for POIs (points of

interest) around the selected location, or select Add to
Favorites to register the selected location to Favorites.

NOTE: The route can
be edited by selecting
other options.

7 If
Go is selected or if no operation is performed with 10 seconds, the
route guidance is started. The set route can be checked by selecting MAP.
Planning A Route Using Voice Commands
You can navigate to any of the following places using your voice:
• POIs for named brands of,
• AN address, including home
for example, restaurants, gas
•
Favorites
stations, car rental and gyms.
• Cities and towns
• POI (Point of Interest) categories • A recent destination
NOTE: POI searches for points of interest near your present location.
To plan a route to an address using your voice, do the following:
1 Push the TALK button on the steering wheel.
2 When you hear the tone, you can say, for example “Address”.
3 When on the enter an address screen say the full address (without zip code)
for your destination, for example “123 Main St., Los Angeles, California”.
The system does not recognize zip codes.
4 Say “Yes” if the address is correct. If shown a list of addresses, say the
list number for the correct address or say “none of these”.
NOTE:
• For best results, say the full address without pausing between words.
• Voice guidance can be skipped by pushing the talk button.
• When prompt voice guidance is muted you will need to go into navigations settings
to turn the volume back on for the NAVI button to repeat the last instructions.

To remove or insert the MAP SD card (to update the map database):
• Visit www.mazdausa.com/navigation and download the most recent map
available for your device for free for 3 years from vehicle delivery.
• For issues with the navigation system, visit
http://infotainment.mazdahandsfree.com or call 800-430-0153.
• Only use your MAP SD card for operating and updating your navigation
system. Do not insert the MAP SD card into another vehicle or into any
other device such as a camera.
• Do not put other SD cards in this slot.

SD Card
1 Turn the vehicle ignition OFF.
2 Locate the SD card slot located below the
climate control system.
• Remove card: Open the cover and push
the card once, then pull it out.
• Insert card: Push the card in (label-side up), then close the cover.

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Active Driving Display
ACTIVE DRIVING DISPLAY (if equipped)
CAUTION: Always adjust the display
using the Settings screen (AD-Disp
tab). Do not try to adjust the angle
or open/close the display by hand.
Fingerprints on the display will
make it difficult to view and manual
operation could cause damage.
The Active Driving Display displays the following information:

0
MPH

• Vehicle Speed Setting
using cruise control

• L ane Departure Warning
System (LDWS) operation
conditions and warnings

• Navigation Turn-by-Turn
(TBT) direction, distance
and lane guidance

• S mart City Brake
Support (SCBS)
warnings
• Vehicle Speed Setting
using cruise control
50 mph

(if equipped)

To change the settings/adjustments for the Active Driving Display:
1
Select the Settings icon on the • Calibration: Brightness
Home screen.
initialization setting (when
selecting automatic adjustment).
2
Select the AD-Disp tab.
•
Brightness: Brightness
3
Select the desired item to change.
adjustment (when selecting

• Height: Adjust the position of the
manual adjustment).
virtual image of the Active Driving
• Navigation: On/Off.
Display up or down.
ctive Driving Display:
• Brightness Control: Method • A
On/Off.
for adjusting screen brightness
(Automatically with instrument • Reset: Reset to
cluster illumination or manually).
default settings.
NOTE:

• If the display does not operate, switch the ignition off and then switch it back on. If it
•
•

•

still does not operate even with the ignition switched ON, have the vehicle inspected at
an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
It may be difficult to view the display when wearing sunglasses. Take off your
sunglasses or adjust the luminosity.
If the battery has been removed and re-installed or the battery voltage is low, the
adjusted position may deviate.
The display may be difficult to view or temporarily affected by weather conditions such
as rain, snow, light, and temperature.

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Mazda Connect Settings

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MAZDA CONNECT SETTINGS (if equipped)
To view the different setting screens:
1 Move the commander switch to the left or right to change tabs.
2 When the desired tab is highlighted, push the knob of the commander
switch down.
3 Turn the dial of the commander switch to scroll down the list.
NOTE: If there is a scroll bar on the right side, there are more items further down.

Display Settings

Sound Settings

Device Settings

Vehicle Settings

System Settings

Active Driving
Display Settings

Clock Settings

Use this to turn off
the display. Touch
the screen or use
the commander
switch to turn
back on.

Use System
to change the
brightness of the
Display between Day
(bright), Night (dim),
and AUTO (switches
from Day to Night
when headlights are
turned ON).

Safety Settings

See illumination dimmer
pp. 31-34.

The CLOCK tab can
be used to adjust
the time, sync the
clock with GPS, and
change between
12 and 24 hr clock.

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Mazda Radar Cruise Control
MAZDA RADAR CRUISE CONTROL (MRCC) SYSTEM (if equipped)
The MRCC system maintains vehicle speed and following distance using
a radar sensor to detect a vehicle ahead. The driver simply presets the
vehicle speed between 19 mph (30 km/h) and 90 mph (145 km/h) and the
system will maintain a safe following distance without having to turn the
cruise control off.
Vehicle ahead display
MRCC Distance
between vehicle display
MRCC Set vehicle speed

The system operates in two modes, Constant Speed and Headway Control modes:
Constant Speed Mode
When no vehicle is detected ahead,
the driver’s set speed is maintained.

Setting the MRCC
When the ON switch is pushed,
the vehicle speed and the distance
between vehicles while in headway
control can be set. The MRCC
indication is shown in the display of
the instrument cluster.

Headway Control Mode
When a vehicle is detected ahead,
a distance between your vehicle and
the vehicle ahead is maintained.

Cancel
Distance
Control
(Shorter
/Longer

Reset
Cruise
Control
(Set+/Set-)

)

OFF

NOTE: The radar for the MRCC is
located behind the Mazda emblem in
the grill. Keep this area clean to avoid
the system not working properly.

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How to set the speed:
1 Adjust the vehicle to the desired speed using the accelerator pedal.
2 Push the SET + or SET – switch. The set speed and the inter-vehicle
distance display filled with white lines is displayed in the active driving
display and the MRCC indicator light (green) turns on simultaneously.
Travel Status

During travel at
constant speed

During travel under
headway control

Display

How to set the distance between vehicles:
The distance between vehicles is set to a shorter distance by pushing the
switch. The distance-betweenswitch a longer distance by pushing the
vehicles can be set to 4 levels.
Distance between
Long
vehicles guideline
(at 50mph (80km/h)) (about 164ft (50m))

Medium
(about 131ft (40m))

Short

(about 98ft (30m))

Extremely Short
(about 82ft (25m))

Display

CAUTION: Do not rely completely on the MRCC system and always
drive carefully obeying the speed limit.
NOTE: The MRCC sometimes will brake your vehicle when passing a semi truck (tractor
trailer). This is normal. Simply push the accelerator pedal to override the system.

Switching to conventional cruise control function:
When the ON switch is pushed continuously for about 2 seconds while the
Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) system is turned on, the system is
switched to conventional cruise control function.
The Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) indicator light (green) in the
instrument cluster turns off and “Radar Cruise Control deactivated”
message is displayed in the multi information display at the same time.

CLOSE PROXIMITY WARNING
While travelling in headway control, if your vehicle rapidly
closes in on a vehicle ahead because the other driver applied their brakes
suddenly, a warning sound activates and the BRAKE! warning is indicated
in the display. Always verify the safety of the surrounding area and depress
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the brake pedal while keeping a safe distance from the vehicle ahead.
Additionally, always keep a safe distance from the vehicles behind you.

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Smart City Brake Support
SMART CITY BRAKE SUPPORT (SCBS) SYSTEM (if equipped)
The Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) system is designed to reduce
damage in the event of a collision by automatically applying the vehicle’s
braking system when the system’s laser sensor detects an imminent
collision with the vehicle ahead:

• When your vehicle speed is 2 to 18 mph (4 to 30 km/h).
• The system determines that a collision with a vehicle ahead is unavoidable.
• It may be possible to avoid a collision if the relative speed between
your vehicle and the vehicle ahead is less than 12.5 mph (20 km/h).
• When the driver depresses the brake pedal while the system is in the
operation range at about 2 to 18 mph (4 to 30 km/h), the brakes are applied
firmly and quickly to assist. (SCBS Automatic Brake is displayed in the Multiinformation Display)
• SCBS automatic brake is released approximately 2 seconds after the
vehicle comes to a stop.
Refer to your Owner’s Manual for complete details.
WARNING: SCBS is only a supplementary system to reduce damage in the event
of a collision, however the SCBS has limitations. Do not rely solely on the SCBS.
Always keep your eyes on the road.

Laser Sensor

SCBS system can be turned off using Safety Settings
in MAZDA CONNECT. (see page 16)

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SMART BRAKE SUPPORT (SBS) (if equipped)
The Smart Brake Support (SBS) is a system which alerts the driver
of a possible collision using an indicator and warning sound in the
instrument cluster while the vehicle is being driven at about 10 mph
(15 km/h) or faster and the system’s radar sensor determines that
your vehicle may hit a vehicle ahead. Furthermore, if the radar sensor
determines that a collision is unavoidable, the automatic brake control
is performed to reduce damage in the event of a collision. In addition,
when the driver depresses the brake pedal, the brakes operate more
quickly to assist the driver.

Refer to your Owner’s Manual for complete details.
Laser sensor

Radar sensor
SBS system can be turned off using Safety Settings in MAZDA CONNECT.
(see page 16)
WARNING: SBS is only a supplementary system to reduce damage in the

event of a collision, however the SBS has limitations. Do not rely solely on the
SBS, Always keep your eyes on the road.

Collision Warning
If there is the possibility of a collision with a vehicle ahead,
the beep sounds continuously and a warning is indicated in
the multi-information display.

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Lane Departure Warning System
LANE DEPARTURE WARNING SYSTEM (LDWS) (if equipped)
The LDWS recognizes painted lane lines on a road using the forward
sensing camera (FSC) installed to the windshield. If the vehicle deviates
from its lane at speeds above 44 mph, the system alerts the driver using
the following indicators.

Indicator Light

Active Driving Display

Condition
The painted lane lines
on the road are not
recognized or the vehicle
speed is less than 44 mph
The painted lane
lines are recognized
at vehicle speeds of
44 mph or more

OR
Flashes +
warning sound
No indicator light

Warning is triggered
when vehicle deviates
from its lane

LDWS OFF

NOTE: Any driver input (e.g., turn signal, steering or acceleration) will cancel warning.
WARNING: LDWS is only a supplementary system to
warn the driver that the vehicle may be deviating from
its lane, however the LDWS has limitations. Do not
rely solely on the LDWS. Relying solely on the LDWS
may cause an unexpected accident resulting in death
or serious injury. Always pay attention to the direction
in which the vehicle is traveling and drive safely.

Use the LDWS
switch to turn
system ON or OFF

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Distance Recognition Support
System

DISTANCE RECOGNITION SUPPORT SYSTEM (DRSS)
(if equipped)
The Distance Recognition Support System (DRSS) measures the distance
between your vehicle and a vehicle ahead using a radar sensor (front) while the
vehicle speed is 19 mph (30 km/h) or faster, and indicates a recommended
distance to maintain between the vehicles. Furthermore, if your vehicle
approaches a vehicle ahead more closely than the appropriate distance to
maintain between the vehicles, the vehicle-ahead indication in the display is
flashed to advise the driver to keep a safe distance from the vehicle ahead.
Vehicle ahead display
DRSS Distance between
vehicle display

Indication on display

Distance between
vehicles guidelines
(During travel at about
25 mph (40 km/h))

Distance between
vehicles guidelines
(During travel at about
50 mph (80 km/h))

About 82 ft (25m)

About 164 ft (50m)

About 66 ft (20m)

About 131 ft (40m)

About 49 ft (15m)

About 98 ft (30m)

About 32 ft (10m)

About 65 ft (20m)

About 32 ft (10m)
or less

About 65 ft (20m)
or less

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Blind Spot Monitoring System
BLIND SPOT MONITORING (BSM) (if equipped)
The BSM system is designed to assist the driver by monitoring blind spots
on both sides of the vehicle to the rear in certain situations such as when
changing lanes on roads and freeways.

Turning BSM System Off
Turning the BSM system off will turn off both the light
and sound indicators. To manually turn the BSM
system off, push the BSM OFF switch on the dash.
The BSM OFF indicator in the instrument cluster will
turn on to indicate when the BSM system is off. The
BSM system will automatically turn on the next time the vehicle is started.
• If your vehicle speed is 7 mph (11 km/h) or more, the BSM will warn
you of vehicles in the detection area by illuminating the BSM warning
lights located on the left and right door mirrors.
• If you operate a turn signal in the direction of an illuminated BSM warning
light, the system will also warn you with a beep and warning light flash.
• BSM sensors are located under the left and right rear bumper areas.
The BSM system may not operate properly if the rear bumper gets dirty,
so keep the rear bumper area clean and free of bumper stickers.
Your Vehicle
Refer to your
Owner’s Manual for
complete details.

Detection Areas
NOTE:
• T
he BSM can assist the driver in confirming the safety of the surroundings,
but is not a complete substitute.
• The driver is responsible for ensuring safe lane changes and other maneuvers.
• Always pay attention to the direction in which the vehicle is traveling and the
vehicle’s surroundings.
• The BSM does not operate when the vehicle speed is lower than about
7 mph (11 km/h).

WARNING: BSM is only a supplementary system to help aid in monitoring blind
spots, however BSM has limitations. The system may not detect all vehicles,
especially a motorcycle. Do not rely solely on the BSM. Relying solely on the BSM
may cause an unexpected accident resulting in death or serious injury. Make sure to
look over your shoulder before changing lanes.

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Rear Cross Traffic Alert

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REAR CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT (RCTA) (if equipped)
The RCTA is designed to alert the driver of oncoming traffic when
backing out of a parking spot. RCTA is active when your vehicle is in
reverse and your vehicle speed is 0 to 6 mph (10 km/h).

When BSM sensors detect an object moving 3 to 18 mph (5 to 30 km/h),
RCTA will notify the driver with indicators and sound:
• Rear View Monitor and outside mirror flashing indications.
• Beep sound (same as BSM).
Refer to your Owner’s Manual for complete details.

Object Detected

Settings
button for rear
view monitor.

Object Detected

Rear View Monitor

Image is
for reference.

WARNING: RCTA is only a supplementary system to help aid when backing up,
however RCTA has limitations. The system does not detect all vehicles, especially
a motorcycle. Do not rely solely on the RCTA. Relying solely on the RCTA may
cause an unexpected accident resulting in serious injury. Always back up slowly.

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Lights
LIGHTING CONTROL/TURN SIGNAL LEVER
: Turns tail,
parking, and
dashboard
lights on.

AUTO: The light
sensor automatically
determines when to turn
the headlights on or off.

: Turns fog lights
on only when
headlights are on.

Push for
High Beams

Pull
to Flash
High Beams

: Turns tail, parking, dashboard, and
headlights on.

Three-Flash Turn Signal: To signal
a lane change, push the turn signal lever
up or down halfway and release. The turn
signal indicator will flash three times.

NOTE: The DRL (Daytime Running Lights) automatically turn on when the ignition
is switched ON. To disable/enable this feature see your Authorized Mazda Dealer.

NOTE:

• Y
ou can adjust the timing of the Auto Headlights OFF and the sensitivity of the
Auto Light Control.

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Wipers

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WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER CONTROL LEVER

AUTO: The rain sensor senses the amount of rainfall and turns the wipers
on or off. Rotate inner ring away from you (clockwise) for more ( ) sensitivity
(requires less rain to turn wipers on) and toward you (counterclockwise)
for less ( ) sensitivity (requires more rain to turn wipers on).
MIST

Pull lever
to dispense
windshield
washer fluid

OFF

2
3

AUTO
LO
HI

Rear Window
Wiper/Washer
(Hatchback)

INT: Intermittent
ON: Normal speed

: Washer/wiper
(hold as desired)

NOTE: Vehicles not equipped with AUTO wipers will have INT wipers. Set
the lever to INT and choose an interval timing by rotating the ring between
fast and slow.
CAUTION: If the ignition is ON, turn the AUTO wipers OFF when going
through a car wash, or while cleaning or touching the windshield.

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Adaptive Front Lighting System
ADAPTIVE FRONT-LIGHTING SYSTEM (AFS) (if equipped)
The adaptive front-lighting system (AFS) automatically turns the
headlight beam to the right or left in conjunction with the direction of
the steering wheel.

The AFS improves the direction of headlight illumination while cornering, and
only works when the vehicle is moving.
Without AFS

With AFS

NOTE:
• W
ith AFS, it is normal to see the headlights move and hear the sound of the
headlight leveling motors at the front of the vehicle when the ignition is ON.
• The system will need to be reset if the vehicle battery has been disconnected
or the system fuse has been replaced. Please refer to your Owner’s Manual for
easy to follow resetting instructions.

Push AFS OFF to turn
system off or on. When
off, the AFS OFF indicator
in the instrument panel
will turn on.

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High Beam Control

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HIGH BEAM CONTROL (HBC) (if equipped)
With HBC, the headlights are switched to high beams at speeds
above 18 mph (30 km/h) when there are no vehicles in front of your
vehicle or approaching in the opposite direction.

The HBC system switches to low beam when:
• You are approaching a vehicle or a vehicle is approaching in
the opposite direction.
• Driving on roads lined with street lights or well-lit cities and towns.
• At speeds lower than 12 mph (20 km/h).
FORWARD
To turn HBC on:
1
Turn the headlight
switch to the
AUTO position.
2
Push the headlight
lever forward to the
High Beam position.

AUTO

When the HBC system is
on, the HBC indicator light
in the instrument cluster
will illuminate (GREEN).
The High Beam indicator
light will turn on (BLUE)
when the HBC system
switches to high beam
and will turn off when the
HBC system switches
to low beam.

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Manual Climate Control

TEMPERATURE
CONTROL DIAL
Rotate the dial for
temperature control.

FAN CONTROL DIAL
Rotate the dial to set
desired fan speed.

Push

to recirculate
cabin air to reduce
outside odors and
improve cooling.

Dashboard
vents

P
ush for fresh
air circulation.

P
ush to manually
turn air conditioning
on or off.

NOTE: When set

to MAX A/C with
dashboard vents
or dashboard and
floor vents, the A/C
will turn on, and
recirculated air will
be selected for
maximum cooling.

MODE SELECTOR DIAL
Rotate the dial to
select airflow mode.

P
ush to defrost the
rear window.

Best Cooling Settings

Dashboard
and floor vents
Floor vents

Defroster and
floor vents
Windshield
defroster

Best Heating Settings

Indicator ON (automatically)
DEFROSTER NOTE:

• W
hen selecting either defroster mode (
or
), the air conditioner and fresh
air mode are automatically turned on by the system. This helps defrost the
windows more efficiently by dehumidifying the air. Manually set the fan control
and temperature control dials as desired.
or
), air will blow from the side dashboard vents.
• In either defroster mode (
To defrost the side windows faster, point the vents toward the side windows.

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Automatic Climate Control

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TEMPERATURE
CONTROL DIAL
Rotate the dial for
temperature control.
Push to
manually turn
air conditioning
on or off.

FAN CONTROL DIAL
• Rotate the dial
to set desired
fan speed.

• Rotate dial
to OFF to turn
system off.
Push to recirculate
cabin air to reduce
outside odors and
improve cooling
(indicator on) or
receive fresh air
(indicator off).

MODE SELECTOR DIAL
Rotate the dial to select
airflow mode.
Dashboard vents
Dashboard
and floor vents
Floor vents
Defroster
and floor vents
Defroster vents
Rear defroster
NOTE: Automatic
temperature control
is always on, even if
the AUTO indicator
light is turned off when
changing the fan speed
or air flow mode.

AUTO: Set the Fan Control and Mode Selector
Dials in the AUTO position. The airflow mode
and amount will be automatically controlled in
accordance with the set temperature.

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Audio Controls (with Mazda Connect)
BLUETOOTH ® AUDIO
Bluetooth® enabled phones and audio players
provide an opportunity to play music through the
audio system with no wires attached.
Some phone models do not support all features.
Go to http://infotainment.mazdahandsfree.com
or contact (800) 430-0153 for further assistance or
to report a phone /MP3 device concern.

Playing Bluetooth ® (BT) Audio
1 Make sure BT audio device is paired to
your vehicle.
2 Turn on BT audio device.
3 Select Bluetooth from Sources.
See your Owner’s Manual for further information on:
· Pandora · Aha · Stitcher

AUDIO OPERATION
The following icons are displayed on the screen:
SOURCES: Displays Audio menu

to change audio source (FM / AM
/ XM / Aha / Pandora / Stitcher /
Bluetooth / USB / CD / AUX).
NOTE:
•

New Mazda
vehicles equipped
with SiriusXM Satellite Radio will
receive an introductory subscription
with a limited term trial offer to over 150
channels of SiriusXM Satellite Radio.
Enjoy commercial-free music, plus
sports, news, entertainment, and every
premium channel in your vehicle. Call
877-447-0011 to activate. See the
Owner’s Manual and/or dealer for details.
• In order to use Aha, Pandora and
Stitcher as audio sources, the App must
be installed on your phone. These Apps
stream music using your data plan and
listening to them counts towards your
monthly cellular data usage.
®

AUTO MEMORY: Displays a

list of 10 strongest radio stations.
Because station strength
changes as you drive, select
Update Station List icon to
re-scan for strong stations.
FAVORITES: Displays list of

your favorite AM, FM, and XM
radio stations.

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HD RADIO: Switches HD Radio

On /Off.
SCAN: Scans radio stations or

songs (scanning stops at each one
for 5 seconds). Select again to stop.
TUNER: Displays manual radio tuner.

TAG: Saves artist and title

and sends them to your Apple
device (for Apple devices
with USB use only).
SEEK PREVIOUS/NEXT:

Selects previous or next

receivable radio station or song.
Press and hold to change radio
station continually.
SETTINGS: Adjusts the audio

quality level (bass, treble, etc.).
The following icons are displayed
on the CD screen only:
TRACK LIST: Displays the track

list of the CD.
REPEAT: Repeats the current

song. Select again to stop.
SHUFFLE: Plays the songs on

the CD in random order. Select
again to stop.
PLAY/PAUSE: Plays and Pauses

the CD.

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GRACENOTE
The Gracenote media database is used to improve
voice recognition of artist and album names with the
Mazda Hands Free system. To make best use of the
voice recognition, install the most recent database.
1 Load the Gracenote update on a memory stick
from www.MazdaUSA.com/USB. Insert the
memory stick into the USB port.
2 Go to System Settings in the infotainment system.
3 Select Music Database Update.

NOTE: To use BT audio, make sure the musical

Bluetooth in Device
icon is displayed by going to
settings. Some Bluetooth® audio devices need a
certain amount of time before the icon is displayed.

HD RADIO
HD radio has a special
receiver which allows it to
receive digital broadcasts
(where available) in addition
to the analog broadcasts
it already receives. Digital
broadcasts have better
sound quality than analog
broadcasts as digital
broadcasts provide free,
crystal clear audio.
When the HD radio button
is ON (red), there could be
a noticeable difference in
sound quality and volume
when a change from digital
to analog signals occurs.
If the sound quality and
volume becomes noticeably
diminished or cuts off, select
the HD button to turn OFF
HD radio (not red).

AUDIO OPERATION
USING VOICE
Audio operation and media selection
can be done using voice. Push the
“TALK” button on the steering wheel,
wait for a beep, then say a command in
a clear, natural voice (not too fast or too
slow). Some common commands are
listed below.
Play (and any of the following):
AM, FM, XM, CD, Bluetooth, Aha,
Pandora, Stitcher, USB, AUX
Play or Resume / Pause or
Stop / Next or Previous
Play (and any of the following):
Song, Playlist ,
Artist , Album
, Genre , Folder
Tune to Station
Tune to Channel Number (XM)

NOTE: Push the TALK button and say “Help” at any time to hear a list of
available commands.

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Audio USB and AUX Inputs
PORTABLE AUDIO PLAYER
INTEGRATION USING THE
USB PORT OR AUX JACK

USB AUX

12V

Your vehicle is equipped with a USB port
and auxiliary AUX jack, conveniently located
below the climate controls, that allows you
to play your iPod, USB device, or portable
audio player through the vehicle’s audio
system. Learn the system when parked and
do not let it distract you while driving.
IMPORTANT:
• Set the volume level on your portable audio player to the highest level before
distortion starts, then use the vehicle’s audio system to adjust the volume.
• Unplug any device from the USB port and accessory socket before turning off
the vehicle. Leaving devices plugged in can drain the battery and cause issues
during the Bluetooth pairing process at startup. Wait about 15 seconds after
starting the vehicle before plugging anything into the USB port.

NOTE: You will need an audio cable with an 1/8 inch (3.5 mm)
mini stereo plug (available as a Genuine Mazda accessory) to
connect your portable audio player into the AUX jack.
1 Locate the USB port or AUX jack.
2 Connect the device plug into the portable audio player and into the
USB port or AUX jack.
3 Turn the vehicle audio system on.
4 • Audio Controls: Select AUX or USB from the Sources menu.
5 • USB Port: Use the vehicle’s audio system or steering wheel controls
to control the connected USB device.
•
AUX Jack: Use the portable audio player controls to play music.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for additional information.
NOTE: When using a USB memory stick, the system plays the first audio file when
restarting the vehicle. It does not start where it left off when turning off the engine.

12 VOLT ACCESSORY SOCKETS
The accessory socket below the climate controls is on with ignition in ACC or ON.
NOTE: When using the accessory socket in the center console, make sure to

disconnect any device from it when turning off the ignition, otherwise the vehicle’s
battery could go dead.

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i-ELOOP

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i-ELOOP (if equipped)
The Mazda-unique regenerative braking system (i-ELOOP) generates
and stores electrical energy in a capacitor during deceleration. Through
efficient energy regeneration, storage, and usage, fuel economy is
improved. To view i-ELOOP information, select Applications from
the Home screen, then scroll down to Fuel Economy Monitor.

Capacitor charge level
Regeneration level

Capacitor discharge
Average fuel consumption since reset
60-minute Fuel Economy
0-10 min.: Every 1 min.
10-60 min.: Every 10 min.
Average fuel consumption for this drive
Average Current Fuel History:
Average since reset 2nd to 6th history

i-ELOOP Pre-Charge Mode
If the capacitor is discharged because of vehicle storage (the vehicle is
parked for long periods of time), the i-ELOOP indicator in the instrument
cluster will flash and a
Driving in Pre-charge mode
In Pre-charge
warning screen appears
mode
on the screen of the
infotainment system.

When this warning screen appears, do not drive the
vehicle. Allow the engine to idle until the warning
screen disappears. This time is needed for normal
generator operation.
NOTE:
• If the vehicle is jump started, leave the jumper cables connected until the
warning message is no longer displayed.
• If the vehicle is driven while the warning screen is displayed, a warning sound
will be heard and power steering assist will be limited.

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Instrument Cluster (Type A)
OUTSIDE
TEMPERATURE DISPLAY

SPEED UNIT
SELECTOR3

The outside temperature unit can
be switched between °C and
°F using System Settings in the
infotainment system.

IMPORTANT: When your Mazda
Connect display setting is set on
“AUTO”, the instrument cluster and
display may become dimmer when
the headlights are on. If the display
and instrument cluster become too
dim or too bright when the headlights
are on, simply rotate the dimmer
knob located on your instrument
cluster to adjust the brightness.

GLOSSARY OF WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS
Lane Departure Warning
System On (AMBER)/
Lane Detected (GREEN) (p. 21)
AFS Adaptive Front Lighting System
OFF (AFS) OFF (p. 27)

Traction Control System (TCS)/
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
On: TCS/DSC malfunction
Flashing: TCS/DSC operating

BSM BSM OFF (Blind Spot
OFF Monitoring) (p. 23)

Dynamic Stability Control
OFF (DSC) Off Indicator Light

SPORT Mode On (p. 39)
Lights On (Exterior)
High Beam Control On
Headlight High Beams On
Air Bag/Front Seat Belt
Pretensioner System
Malfunction
Check Engine Light

Seat Belt Unbuckled/
Malfunction

Turn Signals/Hazard
Warning Indicator Lights
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) Warning Light (p. 7)
On/Warning Beep: Low tire pressure in one
or more tires. Flashing: TPMS Malfunction

Cruise Main Indicator Light
On (AMBER)/Cruise Set
Indicator Light On (GREEN)
Mazda Radar Cruise Control
Warning Light On (AMBER)
Set Indicator (GREEN) (pp. 17-18)
ABS (Antilock Brake
System) Malfunction
Shift Position Indicator Light

Security Indicator Light

Forward Obstruction Warning
(FOW) and Smart City Brake
System (SCBS)

Flashing red: FOW and SCBS are operating.
Amber: FOW and/or SCBS malfunction.

F
OW and SCBS are turned off.

TPMS NOTE: Low ambient temperature and/or high altitude may cause tire pressures to
change and turn the TPMS warning light on. If the warning light comes on, see p. 7.

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DASHBOARD
ILLUMINATION/
DIMMER1/
TRIP METER2

TRIP COMPUTER
The following information
can be selected by pushing
the or of the INFO
button on the steering wheel.
• Approximate distance you
can travel on the available
fuel (RANGE)
• Average fuel economy
• Current fuel economy
• Average vehicle speed
• To reset, push and hold
the INFO button for more
than 1.5 seconds.

Brake Warning Light
Parking brake on/low brake
fluid/malfunction

aster Warning Light
M
Low Fuel Level
Low Engine Oil Pressure

Power Steering Malfunction

Automatic Transaxle
Warning Light
Charging System Malfunction

Door/Trunk/Tailgate Ajar

Low Washer Fluid Level
Warning Light
KEY Warning Light RED

KEY Indicator Light GREEN

Check Fuel Cap
P
erform Maintenance

i-ELOOP Status (p. 34)
On: Power generation
Flashing: Pre-Charge Mode

NOTE: See Owner’s Manual for
more details and explanations.
• Rotate the knob to adjust the brightness of the
instrument cluster and other dashboard illuminations.
2
• Push to toggle between trip meter (A & B).
• When a trip meter is selected, push and hold to
reset to zero.
3
• Push the knob for 1.5 seconds or more to change
the speed units between km/h and mph.
1

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ENGINE COOLANT TEMP LIGHTS
Since this vehicle does not use an engine
coolant temperature gauge, red and blue
engine coolant temperature lights are used to
indicate high and low coolant temperature.

Red Coolant Temp Light

Flashing: Engine is starting to run hot.

Drive slowly to reduce engine load.

O n: Engine is overheating. Safely pull
over to the side of the road and turn
the engine off. Refer to the Owner’s
Manual for more information.

Blue Coolant Temp Light

O n: Engine coolant is cold and no warm

air is available for heater/defroster.

Off: Engine coolant is warm and warm air
is available for heater/defroster. The light
may stay on for a few minutes after startup when the engine is cold, but the vehicle
can be driven with the light on or off.

NOTE: When your Mazda Connect display

setting is set on “auto”, the instrument
cluster and display may become dimmer
when the headlights are on. If the display
and instrument cluster become too dim or
too bright when the headlights are on, simply
rotate the dimmer knob located on your
instrument cluster to adjust the brightness.

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Instrument Cluster (Type B)
SPEED UNIT
SELECTOR3

OUTSIDE
TEMPERATURE DISPLAY
The outside temperature unit can
be switched between °C and °F
using the following procedure:
Without Mazda Connect:
1 Push the INFO button with
the ignition OFF and continue
pushing the INFO button for
5 seconds or longer after
switching the ignition ON.
The outside temperature
display flashes.
2 Push the up or down part of
the INFO switch to change
the temperature unit.
3 Push and hold the INFO
button for 3 seconds or
longer until it stops flashing.
With Mazda Connect:
1 Go to System Settings.

IMPORTANT: When your Mazda Connect display
setting is set on “AUTO”, the instrument cluster and
display may become dimmer when the headlights
are on. If the display and instrument cluster
become too dim or too bright when the headlights
are on, simply rotate the dimmer knob located on
your instrument cluster to adjust the brightness.

TCS Traction Control System (TCS)
OFF Off Indicator Light

Traction Control System (TCS)/
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
On: TCS/DSC malfunction
Flashing: TCS/DSC operating

BSM BSM OFF (Blind Spot
OFF Monitoring) (p. 23)

SPORT Mode On (p. 39)
Lights On (Exterior)
High Beam Control On
Headlight High Beams On
Air Bag/Front Seat Belt
Pretensioner System
Malfunction
4WD AWD Warning Indication
On:
Flashing: Stop vehicle/tow to
Mazda dealer.

Check Engine Light

Seat Belt Unbuckled/
Malfunction

Turn Signals/Hazard
Warning Indicator Lights
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) Warning Light (p. 7)
On/Warning Beep: Low tire pressure in one
or more tires. Flashing: TPMS Malfunction

Cruise Main Indicator Light
On (AMBER)/Cruise Set
Indicator Light On (GREEN)
ABS (Antilock Brake
System) Malfunction
Shift Position Indicator Light

Security Indicator Light

Brake Warning Light
Parking brake on/low brake
fluid/malfunction

mart City Brake Support
S
(SCBS) OFF Indicator
Smart Brake Support (SBS)
Warning Indication
Master Warning Light
Low Fuel Level

TPMS NOTE: Low ambient temperature and/or high altitude may cause tire pressures to
change and turn the TPMS warning light on. If the warning light comes on, see p. 7.

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DASHBOARD
ILLUMINATION/
DIMMER1/
TRIP METER2
TACHOMETER

Low Engine Oil Pressure
Power Steering Malfunction
Automatic Transaxle

Warning
Light
Charging System Malfunction
Door/Trunk/Tailgate Ajar
Low Washer Fluid Level
Warning Light
KEY Warning Light RED
KEY Indicator Light GREEN
Mazda Radar Cruise Control
Warning ON (AMBER)
Set Indicator (GREEN)
LED Headlight Warning
Check Fuel Cap
P
erform Maintenance
Lane Departure Warning
System (LDWS) ON (AMBER)
Lane Detected (GREEN)3 (p. 21)
Lane Departure Warning
System (LDWS) OFF (AMBER)3
NOTE: See Owner’s Manual for
more details and explanations.
• Rotate the knob to adjust the brightness of the
instrument cluster and other dashboard illuminations.
2
• Push to toggle between trip meter (A & B).
• When a trip meter is selected, push and hold to
reset to zero.
3
• Indicator is also displayed in Type A Cluster
Information Display.
1

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ENGINE COOLANT TEMP LIGHTS
Since this vehicle does not use an engine
coolant temperature gauge, red and blue
engine coolant temperature lights are used to
indicate high and low coolant temperature.

Red Coolant Temp Light

Flashing: Engine is starting to run hot.

Drive slowly to reduce engine load.

O n: Engine is overheating. Safely pull
over to the side of the road and turn
the engine off. Refer to the Owner’s
Manual for more information.

Blue Coolant Temp Light

O n: Engine coolant is cold and no warm

air is available for heater/defroster.

NOTE: When your Mazda Connect display

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Transmission
MANUAL SHIFT MODE (if equipped)
Manual Shift Mode gives you the feel of driving a manual transmission by
allowing you to manually shift to control engine rpm and torque when more
control is desired.

To Use Manual Shift Mode:
• Shift the lever from D to M.
To Shift Up
To A Higher Gear:
• Pull the steering UP
switch (+) once or
tap the shift lever
back (+) once.
To Shift Down
To A Lower Gear:
• Pull the steering DOWN
switch (-) once or
tap the shift lever
forward (-) once.

(if equipped)

- DOWN
Shift Switch

+ UP Shift
Switch

NOTE: Steering Shift
Switches can be used in
“D” or “M”.

DRIVE SELECTION (if equipped)
By selecting Sport mode, greater vehicle
response is achieved through automatic
adjustments in transmission shift control
and engine throttle control. This provides
additional quick acceleration which may be
needed to safely make maneuvers such as
lane changes, merging onto freeways, or
passing other vehicles.

Push the SPORT button to switch to SPORT
mode and the SPORT mode indicator light in the
instrument cluster turns on. Push again to turn off.
NOTE:
• If the SET button of the cruise control is pushed while in SPORT mode, SPORT

mode is switched off. SPORT mode cannot be turned on or off when cornering.

• When the ignition is switched off, SPORT mode is also switched off.
• Fuel consumption increases slightly when using SPORT mode.

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ACTIVE ADAPTIVE SHIFT (AAS) CONTROL
AAS will automatically adjust how and when the transmission shifts gears
based on road conditions and your driving style. The transmission may stay
in a lower gear longer than usual when going up or down hills or driving
around corners. This feature gives you better control and a more connected
driving experience.

ACCELERATOR PEDAL KICKDOWN SWITCH*
The accelerator pedal is equipped with a kickdown
switch designed to allow optimal engine performance
while accelerating.

When you depress the accelerator 95% of the way, you
will feel an increase in resistance. Push harder, and you
will feel a click as you activate the kickdown switch.
The transmission will usually downshift (depending on
engine speed) and the engine will switch to maximum
power mode. This kickdown switch function is the
same in both Manual mode and in “D”.
*Available on vehicles with automatic transmission only.

HILL LAUNCH ASSIST (HLA)
HLA helps assist you when accelerating the vehicle from a stop while on a
hill or slope.

When the brake pedal is released and the accelerator pedal is pushed, HLA
prevents the vehicle from rolling forward or backward. It operates on a downward
slope when the shift lever is in the reverse (R) position, and on an upward slope
when the shift lever is in a position other than the reverse (R) position.
IMPORTANT: The HLA system will hold the vehicle for a maximum of 2.0

seconds while the driver is changing from the brake pedal to the accelerator pedal.

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PERSONALIZE YOUR CX-3
WITH GENUINE
MAZDA ACCESSORIES
Go to www.MyMazda.com, then select
“Accessories” below the MyMazda
Home header for a complete listing of
available accessories for your CX-3.

www.MyMazda.com—The Official Site
for M{zd{ Owners

Register today on www.MyMazda.com—the ultimate destination for Mazda
Owners. Once registered, you’ll be able to take advantage of benefits
exclusively for Mazda Owners:
• Insider access to exclusive events and promotions
• Personalized maintenance schedules
• Zoom-Zoom Owner Magazine
• Warranty information and on-line Owner’s Manuals
• Wallpaper, videos and other fun stuff
• Accessories specifically designed for your vehicle
• Car Care Discount Coupons available from your Authorized Mazda Dealer
Visit and register at www.MyMazda.com today!

MAZDA MOBILE
The following apps are available for iPhone® and Android smartphones:
• Mazda Assist app - Provides roadside assistance 24 hours a day,
365 days a year. Toll free number 1-800-866-1998 can also be used
for roadside assistance.
• MyMazda app - Keep track of your Mazda from the palm of your hand
with these features:
Maintenance schedule
Scan VIN barcode capability
when registering a vehicle
Service coupons
Promotional alerts
Mazda Dealer locator
Service history
Update owner profile
Recall information
Link to Mazda Assist
Parked car locator
The apps can be downloaded, free of charge, from the App store for the iPhone®
and Google Play (Android Market) for Android powered devices. After downloading
app, customer name, email, smartphone number and VIN are required.
Free Mazda Assist app
iPhone and Android

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Customer Delivery Checklist
VEHICLE PRESENTATION:

ESSENTIAL INFORMATION

river’s View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
D
• Location of Switches and Control
Keyless Entry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Advanced Keyless Entry*. . . . . . . . . . 4
• Door Request Switch*
Starting the Engine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
• Accelerated Warm-Up System (AWS)
• Push Button Start System
• Emergency Vehicle Entry/
Engine Start/Stop
Break In Period . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Fuel Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Tire Pressure Monitor System. . . . 7
• Initialize TPMS before delivery
Seats and Headrests. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Mazda Connect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Commander / Voice Control . . . . . 10
B luetooth ® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
• Pair Phone
• Make/Receive Call
• Toll-Free Customer
Service 800-430-0153
Navigation System* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
• SD Card
• Planning a Route
*if equipped

GENERAL INFO

SAFETY & TECHNOLOGY INFO

Refer to the Smart Start Guide during presentation

Active Driving Display* . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Mazda Connect Settings . . . . . . . . . 16
Mazda Radar Cruise Control* . . . 17
Smart City Brake Support*. . . . . . . 19
Smart Brake Support* . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
L ane Departure
Warning System (LDWS)* . . . . . . . . 21
D istance Recognition Support
System (DRSS). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
B lind Spot Monitoring*. . . . . . . . . . . .23
Rear Cross Traffic Alert* . . . . . . . . . 24
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Wiper/Washer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Adaptive Front
Lighting System (AFS)* . . . . . . . . . . . 27
High Beam Control*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Climate Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Audio Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
• Bluetooth Audio
S et Clock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Audio USB & AUX Inputs . . . . . . . . . 33
i-ELOOP* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
•R
eview of Warning and Indicator
Light Function and Location
Transmission. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE:
When replacing or topping off engine oil, use Mazda Genuine oil. For optimal engine performance,
use SAE 0W-20 engine oil. Please consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for additional information.

All items in the Customer Delivery Checklist have been reviewed with the
customer and the first maintenance appointment has been scheduled:

SALES CONSULTANT

DATE

CUSTOMER

DATE

Signed copy must be placed in dealer jacket.

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DEALERSHIP

DATE

SALES CONSULTANT

CUSTOMER’S NAME

VIN

E-MAIL

PRESENTATION OF OWNER’S MATERIALS:
Review the following items with the customer

Smart Start Guide

• Remove this checklist from
Smart Start Guide
• Personalization Features
(refer to your Owner’s Manual)

Warranty Information

Maintenance Passport
Floor Mats

Warranty Start Date:

Customer Initial:

• Basic Vehicle –
36 months/36,000 miles
• Roadside assistance program

Tire Pressure Monitoring System

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• O ffer to register customer on
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Owner’s Manual

• Ensure floor mats are properly hooked
after cleaning
•D
o not install two floor mats, one on
top of the other, on the driver side
•A
ccessory rubber floor mats should be
cleaned with mild soap and water only

•S
ystem overview
•D
emonstrate how to initialize the
TPMS system
Push and hold the “SET switch” until
the TPMS warning light flashes twice
and one beep is heard
•R
eview the system Caution

SERVICE DEPARTMENT
Introduce Service Manager;
provide business cards

Review Service and Parts

Department hours of operation

E xplain free Full Circle
Service Inspection

Schedule first maintenance service

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