Mazda 3 2019 User manual

Thank you for choosing a Mazda. We at Mazda design and build vehicles with complete
customer satisfaction in mind.
To help ensure enjoyable and trouble-free operation of your Mazda, read this manual
carefully and follow its recommendations.
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necessary, that's the place to go.
Our nationwide network of Mazda professionals is dedicated to providing you with the best
possible service.
We assure you that all of us at Mazda have an ongoing interest in your motoring pleasure
and in your full satisfaction with your Mazda product.
Mazda Motor Corporation
HIROSHIMA, JAPAN
Important Notes About This Manual
Keep this manual in the glove compartment as a handy reference for the safe and enjoyable use of your Mazda.
Should you resell the vehicle, leave this manual with it for the next owner.
All specifications and descriptions are accurate at the time of printing. Because improvement is a constant goal
at Mazda, we reserve the right to make changes in specifications at any time without notice and without obliga‐
tion.
Air Conditioner and the Environment
Your Mazda's genuine air conditioner is filled with a refrigerant that has been found not to damage the earth's
ozone layer. If the air conditioner does not operate properly, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Perchlorate
Certain components of this vehicle such as [air bag modules, seat belt pretensioners, lithium batteries,…] may
contain Perchlorate Material-- Special handling may apply for service or vehicle end of life disposal. See
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
Please be aware that this manual applies to all models, equipment and options. As a result, you may find
some explanations for equipment not installed on your vehicle.
©2018 Mazda Motor Corporation
November 2018 (Print1)
A Word to Mazda Owners
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We want to help you get the most driving
pleasure from your vehicle. Your owner's
manual, when read from cover to cover,
can do that in many ways.
Illustrations complement the words of the
manual to best explain how to enjoy your
Mazda. By reading your manual, you can
find out about the features, important
safety information, and driving under
various road conditions.
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“Do not do this” or “Do not let this
happen”.
Index: A good place to start is the Index,
an alphabetical listing of all information in
your manual.
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CAUTIONs, and NOTEs in the manual.
WARNING
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serious injury or death could result if the
warning is ignored.
CAUTION
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bodily injury or damage to your vehicle, or
both, could result if the caution is ignored.
NOTE
A NOTE provides information and
sometimes suggests how to make better
use of your vehicle.
The following symbol, located on some
parts of the vehicle, indicates that this
manual contains information related to the
part.
Please refer to the manual for a detailed
explanation.
How to Use This Manual
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Table of Contents
Pictorial Index
Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda.
1
Essential Safety Equipment
Important information about safety equipment, including seats, seat belt
system, child-restraint systems and SRS air bags.
2
Before Driving
Use of various features, including keys, doors, mirrors and windows.
3
When Driving
Information concerning safe driving and stopping.
4
Interior Features
Use of various features for ride comfort, including air-conditioning system
and audio system.
5
Maintenance and Care
How to keep your Mazda in top condition.
6
If Trouble Arises
Helpful information on what to do if a problem arises with the vehicle.
7
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
Important consumer information including warranties and add-on
equipment.
8
Specifications
Technical information about your Mazda.
9
Index
10
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1Pictorial Index
Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda.
Interior Overview..............................1-2
Interior Equipment (View A)........1-2
Interior Equipment (View B)........1-3
Interior Equipment (View C)........1-4
Interior Equipment (View D)........1-5
Interior Equipment (View E)........1-6
Exterior Overview.............................1-8
4-Door...........................................1-8
5-Door...........................................1-9
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Interior Equipment (View A)
▼Interior Equipment (View A)
①High beam control switch..................................................................................... page 4-89
②Lighting control.....................................................................................................page 4-43
③Turn and lane-change signals................................................................................page 4-49
④Audio remote control switches..............................................................................page 5-19
⑤INFO switch.......................................................................................................... page 4-14
⑥Cruise control switches.....................................................page 4-120, 4-129, 4-141, 4-210
⑦Wiper and washer lever.........................................................................................page 4-50
⑧i-ACTIVSENSE switch........................................................................................ page 4-85
⑨360° view monitor switch...................................................................................page 4-173
⑩Parking sensor switch......................................................................................... page 4-237
⑪DSC OFF switch................................................................................................... page 4-77
⑫Position memory buttons.......................................................................................page 2-10
⑬Trunk release button..............................................................................................page 3-19
⑭Outside mirror switches........................................................................................ page 3-29
⑮Power window switches........................................................................................page 3-34
⑯Power window lock switch................................................................................... page 3-34
⑰Door-lock switch................................................................................................... page 3-15
⑱Door-lock knob..................................................................................................... page 3-17
Pictorial Index
Interior Overview
1-2 The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle
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Interior Equipment (View B)
▼Interior Equipment (View B)
①Instrument cluster..................................................................................................page 4-12
②Active driving display........................................................................................... page 4-28
③Mazda Connect......................................................................................................page 5-14
④Climate control system............................................................................................page 5-2
⑤Heated steering wheel switch................................................................................page 2-21
⑥Seat warmer switches............................................................................................page 2-20
⑦Hazard warning flasher switch..............................................................................page 4-57
⑧Rear window defogger switch...............................................................................page 4-55
⑨Glove compartment...............................................................................................page 5-41
⑩External input terminal..........................................................................................page 5-14
⑪Push button start......................................................................................................page 4-4
⑫Horn.......................................................................................................................page 4-56
⑬Lock release lever................................................................................................... page 2-5
⑭Hood release handle.............................................................................................. page 6-12
⑮Storage pocket.......................................................................................................page 5-41
Pictorial Index
Interior Overview
The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle
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Interior Equipment (View C)
▼Interior Equipment (View C)
①Head restraint........................................................................................................ page 2-17
②Front seat.................................................................................................................page 2-5
③Seat belt.................................................................................................................page 2-23
④Bottle holder..........................................................................................................page 5-39
⑤Vanity mirror......................................................................................................... page 5-33
⑥Sunvisor.................................................................................................................page 5-33
⑦Overhead light (front)/Map lights......................................................................... page 5-34
⑧Overhead console.................................................................................................. page 5-41
⑨Moonroof switch................................................................................................... page 3-36
⑩Rearview mirror.................................................................................................... page 3-31
⑪Vent......................................................................................................................... page 5-3
⑫Cup holder.............................................................................................................page 5-38
⑬Shift lever/Selector lever............................................................................. page 4-30, 4-32
⑭Drive selection switch...........................................................................................page 4-78
⑮Commander switch................................................................................................page 5-17
⑯Electric Parking Brake (EPB) switch....................................................................page 4-63
⑰AUTOHOLD switch............................................................................................. page 4-70
Pictorial Index
Interior Overview
1-4 The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle
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Interior Equipment (View D)
▼Interior Equipment (View D)
①Push knob (5-door)................................................................................................page 2-14
②Head restraint........................................................................................................ page 2-17
③Child safety lock................................................................................................... page 3-18
④Rear coat hook.......................................................................................................page 5-40
⑤Power window switch........................................................................................... page 3-34
⑥Overhead light (rear)............................................................................................. page 5-34
⑦Door-lock knob..................................................................................................... page 3-17
⑧Assist grip..............................................................................................................page 5-39
⑨Center console.......................................................................................................page 5-41
⑩Accessory socket...................................................................................................page 5-36
⑪External input terminal..........................................................................................page 5-14
⑫Bottle holder..........................................................................................................page 5-39
⑬Rear seat................................................................................................................ page 2-14
⑭Cup holder.............................................................................................................page 5-38
⑮Armrest..................................................................................................................page 2-17
⑯ISOFIX lower anchors (Mexico)/LATCH lower anchors (Except Mexico).........page 2-50
⑰Seat belt.................................................................................................................page 2-23
Pictorial Index
Interior Overview
The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle
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Interior Equipment (View E)
▼4-Door
①Remote handles..................................................................................................... page 2-14
②Trunk light.............................................................................................................page 5-34
Pictorial Index
Interior Overview
1-6 The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle
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