Mazda 2007 Mazdaspeed 3 Guide

SMART START GUIDE
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Driver’s View
LIGHTING/
TURN SIGNALS
(P. 23)
BLUETOOTH®
HANDS-FREE/
AUDIO
(PP. 11-12, 29-32)
ACTIVE
DRIVING
DISPL AY1
(P. 15 )
TILT/TELESCOPING
STEERING WHEEL
RELEASE LEVER3
BSM
(P. 21)
LDWS
(P. 17)
TPMS
SET
(P. 16)
AFS
(P. 15 )
DSC
OFF
MAZDA RADAR
CRUISE CONTROL
(PP. 17-18 )
FUEL
FILLER LID
RELEASE
HOOD
RELEASE
INSTRUMENT
CLUSTER
( PP. 3 5 - 3 8 )
1DO NOT try to adjust the angle or open/close the Active Driving Display by hand. Fingerprints on the display
will make it difcult to view and manual operation could cause damage. Always adjust the Active Driving
Display using the AD-Disp tab in Settings (pg. 16).
3To provide a better view of the instrument cluster, adjust the steering wheel up or down/in or out.
TRUNK
RELEASE
(4-DOOR)
START/STOP
ENGINE BUTTON
( PP. 5 - 6 )
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Driver’s View
CLOCK
(P. 29)
MAZDA CONNECT
INFOTAINMENT
SYSTEM
(PP. 9-10, 16, 13-14, 31-33)
CLIMATE CONTROL
(PP. 2 7-28 )
TRANSMISSION
( PP. 3 9 - 4 0 )
CD
PLAYER
SEAT
WARMERS
PASSENGER
AIRBAG OFF
INDICATOR2
AUDIO SYSTEM
(WITHOUT
INFOTAINMENT)
(PP. 29-30, 33)
HAZARD
WARNING
2This indicator light illuminates 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
weight in the seat is less than approximately 66 lbs. 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.
NOTE: Indicator light turns off when conditions have been met for necessary airbag deployment. See
Owner’s Manual for further information.
WIPER/
WASHER
(P. 24)
START/STOP
ENGINE BUTTON
( PP. 5 - 6 )
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KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM
• This system allows you to
lock and unlock the doors by
pushing the desired buttons.
Key
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.
Trunk (4-door
sedan only)
• Push and hold to
open the trunk.
Lock
• Push once to lock
all doors.
• Push twice (within
ve seconds)
for horn sound
verication that all
doors are locked.
*Refer to your Owner’s Manual for additional details about “Personalization Features”.
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.
Inside Door
Lock Switch
Lock
Unlock
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.
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.
NOTE: With Advanced Keyless, there
is a recognizable beep sound to alert you
that the key is inside the vehicle.
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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.
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 trunk/liftgate
by pushing the opener
switch once (switch is
located a little to the right
of the Mazda emblem).
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NOTE:
• Vehicles 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.
Request Switch
Advanced Key
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STARTING THE ENGINE WITH
ACCELERATED WARM-UP SYSTEM (AWS)
The Mazda3 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).
What 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 efcient 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 efciency and horsepower).
NOTE: You can drive the vehicle during AWS activation, no need to wait.
Key
• 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 ashes 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 ash if the key is placed in the cup holder.
The key may not be detected in the cup holder.
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FUEL ECONOMY:
To achieve the best fuel economy,
visit www.fueleconomy.gov for
more information.
BREAK-IN PERIOD
No special break-in is necessary,
but a few precautions in the rst
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.
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.
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:
1Push the brake pedal (A/T)
or the clutch pedal (M/T).
2While the indicator light ashes
GREEN, touch the START/STOP
ENGINE button using the back
side of the transmitter
(as shown).
3After the GREEN indicator light
illuminates constantly, push the
START/STOP ENGINE button with
your nger to start the engine.
Auxiliary Key Release
Auxiliary Key
Key (Rear)
START/STOP ENGINE Button
Indicator Light
Transmitter
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Tires
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)
For your safety, the Mazda3 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 (p. 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 inate them to the proper pressure.
Properly inated 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)
1Park the vehicle in a safe place and rmly apply the parking brake.
2Let the tires cool, then adjust the tire pressure to the specied
pressure (See tire label located on the driver’s side door jam area) on
all four (4) tires.
3Switch the ignition ON, but leave the vehicle parked.
4Push and hold the TPMS “Set Switch”
(left side of dash) until the TPMS warning
light in the instrument cluster ashes
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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Returning rear seats to upright position:
1Install the headrest (if removed).
2Raise seatbacks until they lock into position.
3Pull on the top of the seatbacks to make sure they are locked.
4Check that all seat belts are routed properly for passenger use.
Seats and Headrests
REAR SEATS
Folding rear seatbacks down:
4-door sedan
1Check that rear seats are clear
of objects.
2Open the trunk and pull the left
and/or right side remote handle lever(s).
3Open a rear door and fold the
seatback forward.
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).
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support Adjustment
(if equipped)
To increase the lumbar support, move the lever
upward. Move the lever downward to decrease
lumbar support.
5‐door hatchback
Push the button to fold
down the seatback.
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 press into the front seatback. In order to remove the
headrest from the rear seat, the seatback needs to be
tilted slightly forward.
NOTE: Left rear seat release is shown.
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NOTE:
These types of Warning
screens appear when
there is a problem with
the vehicle.
MAZDA CONNECT INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM (if equipped)
Mazda Connect is designed to be operated by using one of the following
three interfaces:
1The commander switch (p. 10).
2The touchscreen (if the vehicle is not moving).
3Voice control (p. 10).
Mazda Connect Infotainment System
SD Card
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.
TALK
Push TALK button
and say “Applications.”
Push TALK button
and say “Settings.”
Push TALK button
and say “Entertainment.”
Push TALK button
and say “Navigation.”
Push TALK button and
say “Communication.”
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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 ve buttons naturally beneath the ve ngers and shows
ve matching icons on the home screen for touch-only operation. Select a
button around the commander knob to operate the desired system.
Commander/Voice Control
ENTER
Select an item on the screen by:
1Moving 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).
2Pushing the knob down (ENTER) to select your
choice on the screen.
AUDIO
BACK
(to previous
screen)
HOME
NAVIGATION
MUTE (push down)/
VOLUME (turn dial)
FAVORITES
The following can be
stored in Favorites:
• 50 stations total for
AM, FM, and XM.
• 50 contacts in the
system phonebook.
• 50 points of interest
in navigation. (To
edit or delete HOME,
select HOME and
push and hold the
commander knob until
the Edit/Delete HOME
screen appears.)
SOME COMMON VOICE COMMANDS ARE:
• Help
• Cancel
• Go Back or Previous
• Next or Skip
• Tutorial
• Scroll/Page Down
• Scroll/Page Up
• Turn Display/Screen Off
• Select <line number>
(ex: “Select Four” or
“Select Line Four”
• Display Clock
Go to (and one of the following):
• Home
• Entertainment
• Navigation
• Communication
• Settings
• Messages
• Contacts
• Email
• Phone
• Call History
• Text
• AM/FM
• XM
• CD
• Bluetooth
• AUX
• USB
• Pandora
• Aha
• Stitcher
Play (and one of the following):
• AM/FM
• XM
• CD
• Bluetooth
• AUX
• USB
• Pandora
• Aha
• Stitcher
• Song
• Playlist
• Artist
• Album
• Genre
• Folder
VOICE CONTROL (if equipped)
Voice control is activated by pressing 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”.
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PAIRING YOUR BLUETOOTH®PHONE OR AUDIO DEVICE
Bluetooth®
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 “Mazda3” 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.)
• Just Works is detected the pairing is performed automatically.
• Numeric 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.
Without Mazda Connect:
1 Manually turn Bluetooth on your phone or audio device.
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.”
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.
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 device’s Bluetooth®function. Refer to the owner’s manual for your device.
• For customer service and device compatibility:
Toll-free call: 800-430-0153
Website: www.MazdaUSA.com/bluetooth
• 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.
Talk
Pick-up Hang up
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PAIRING YOUR BLUETOOTH®PHONE OR AUDIO DEVICE
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: Some phone models do not support all features. If your phone or
device does not pair, please visit www.MazdaUSA.com/bluetooth or contact
[phone] for further assistance or to report a phone/audio device concern.
NOTE: For connection issues, please conrm the Bluetooth
connection status by making sure there is cell phone icon on the
audio display (without infotainment) or by making sure there is a battery and
signal strength icon in the top right corner of the screen (with infotainment).
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 conrming your cell phone is compatible at
www.MazdaUSA.com/bluetooth.
The following icons are displayed on the touchscreen during a call:
Displays the
Communication
screen.
Ends a call.
Transfers a call from
hands‐free to the
mobile phone.
Transfers a call from
the mobile phone
to hands‐free.
Mutes the call.
Calls another person
during a call and
creates a 3‐way
call. Select the
contact from one of
the following: Call
History, Contacts
(from phonebook),
or Dial (from
numerical keypad).
Joins the call on hold
to make a 3‐way call.
Switches the
call on hold.
Allows transmitting
DTMF (Dual Tone
Multi‐Frequency)
signal via the
numerical keypad
(generally to a
home telephone
answering machine
or an automated
guidance call center).
For phone’s compatible with Email, 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 Email/SMS function) SMS (Short
Message Service) messages, MMS (Multimedia Message Service)
messages, and Email for the device are downloaded automatically.
Permission may be required, depending on the mobile device.
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To plan a route on your Navigation system, do the following:
1Push the NAV button on the commander switch.
2Select 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.
4Enter the street name.
5Enter the house number, then select the .
6The 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 .
Navigation System
NAVIGATION SYSTEM (if equipped)
Planning A Route
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 trafc information and GPS
reception conditions.
Cancel To cancel an existing way point/route.
Point of
Interest To nd places nearby.
Route Options
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.
View Mode To change the map mode
(2D north up / 2D heading up / 3D).
Settings To adjust the navigation settings.
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.
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Navigation System
1Turn the vehicle ignition OFF.
2Locate the SD card slot inside the center console.
• 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.
To remove or insert the MAP SD card (to update the map database):
NOTE:
• Visit www.mazdausa.com/navigation and download the most recent map
available for your device for free for 3 years from vehicle delivery. Please refer
to the Navigation System Owners Manual section of www.mazdausa.com/
navigation for additional information.
• 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.
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.
7If 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:
• AN address, including home
• Favorites
• Cities and towns
• POI (Point of Interest) categories
• POIs for named brands of,
for example, restaurants, gas
stations, car rental and gyms.
• A recent destination
To plan a route to an address using your voice, do the following:
1Push the TALK button on the steering wheel.
2When you hear the tone, you can say, for example “Drive to an address”.
3Say the full address (without zip code) for your destination, for example “123
Main St., Los Angeles, California”. The system does not recognize zip codes.
4Say “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: POI searches for points of interest near your present location.
NOTE:
• For best results, say the full address without pausing between words.
• Voice guidance can be skipped by pushing the talk button.
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The Active Driving Display displays the following information:
• Vehicle Speed Setting
using cruise control
• Navigation Turn-by-Turn
(TBT) direction, distance
and lane guidance
• Lane Departure Warning
System (LDWS) operation
conditions and warnings
• Smart City Brake
Support (SCBS)
warnings
• Vehicle Speed Setting
using cruise control
(if equipped)
To change the settings/adjustments for the Active Driving Display:
1 Select the Settings icon on the
Home screen.
2 Select the AD-Disp tab.
3 Select the desired item to change.
• Height: Adjust the position of the
virtual image of the Active Driving
Display up or down.
• Brightness Control: Method
for adjusting screen brightness
(Automatically with instrument
cluster illumination or manually).
• Calibration: Brightness
initialization setting (when
selecting automatic adjustment).
• Brightness: Brightness
adjustment (when selecting
manual adjustment).
• Navigation: On/Off.
• Active Driving Display:
On/Off.
• Reset: Reset to
default settings.
50mph
0
MPH
Active Driving Display
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 difcult 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 difcult to view or temporarily affected by weather conditions such
as rain, snow, light, and temperature.
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 difcult to view and manual
operation could cause damage.
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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, press the knob of the
commander switch down.
3 Turn the dial of the commander switch to scroll down the list.
Active Driving Display
NOTE: If there is a scroll bar on the right side, there are more items further down.
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).
Mazda Connect Settings
Active Driving
Display Settings
Safety Settings
Sound Settings
Vehicle Settings System Settings
Device Settings
Display Settings
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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.
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.
OFF ON
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.
Headway Control Mode
When a vehicle is detected ahead,
a distance between your vehicle and
the vehicle ahead is maintained.
Vehicle ahead display
MRCC Distance
between vehicle display
CANCEL switch
RES switch
Cruise control
SET+/SET– switch
ON switch
switch
switch
OFF switch
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.
MRCC Set vehicle speed
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How to set the speed:
1Adjust the vehicle to the desired speed using the accelerator pedal.
2Push the SET + or SET – switch. The set speed and the inter-vehicle
distance display lled 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 a longer distance by pushing the switch. The distance-between-
vehicles can be set to 4 levels.
Distance between
vehicles guideline
(at 50mph
(80km/h))
Long (about
164ft (50m))
Medium (about
131ft (40m))
Short (about
98ft (30m))
Extremely
short (about
82ft (25m))
Display
FORWARD OBSTRUCTION WARNING (FOW)
The Forward Obstruction Warning (FOW) system alerts the
driver of a possible collision using an indicator in the active
driving display and instrument cluster along with a warning sound.
The system operates when driving at 10 mph (15 km/h) or faster and the
system’s radar sensor determines that your vehicle may hit a vehicle or
obstruction ahead.
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 press the accelerator pedal to override the system.
NOTE: FOW can be turned off using the DSC OFF button.
WARNING: FOW is only a supplementary system designed to reduce damage in
the event of a collision. The FOW has limitations and does not detect all objects. Do not
rely solely on the FOW. Relying solely on the FOW may cause an unexpected accident
resulting in death or serious injury. Always keep your eyes on the road.
Forward Obstruction Warning
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Smart City Brake Support
Laser Sensor
SMART CITY BRAKE SUPPORT (SCBS) SYSTEM
(if equipped)
The SCBS system is designed to reduce damage in the event of a
collision by applying the brakes when the system’s laser sensor detects
a vehicle ahead. The system operates when the vehicle speed is 2 to
18 mph (4 to 30 km/h) and the system determines that a collision with
a vehicle ahead is unavoidable.
NOTE:
• It may be possible to avoid a collision if the relative speed between
your vehicle and the vehicle ahead is less than 9 mph (15 km/h).
• When the driver depresses the brake pedal while the system is in the
operation range between 2 to 18 mph (4 to 30 km/h), the brakes are
applied rmly and quickly to assist. (SCBS Automatic Brake is displayed
in the active driving 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.
NOTE: SCBS system can be
turned off using Safety Settings
in the infotainment system.
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