Mazda CX-5 (2022 year). Manual in english — page 7

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A beep sound is heard for confirmation
when the doors and the liftgate are
locked/unlocked using the request
switch. If you prefer, the beep sound can
be turned off.
The volume of the beep sound can also
be changed.
Refer to the Settings section in the
Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.
Use the following procedure to change
the setting.
1. Switch the ignition off and close all

of the doors and the liftgate.

2. Open the driver's door.
3. Within 30 seconds of opening the

driver's door, press and hold the
LOCK button on the key for 5
seconds or longer (All of the doors
and the liftgate are locked and
unlocked when the LOCK button on
the key is pressed and held for 5
seconds.).
The beep sound activates at the
currently set volume. The setting
changes each time the LOCK button
on the key is pressed and the beep
sound activates at the set volume. (If
the beep sound has been set to not
activate, it will not activate.)

4. The setting change is completed by

doing any one of the following:

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Switching the ignition to ACC or
ON.

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Closing the driver's door.

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Opening the liftgate.



Not operating the key for ten
seconds.

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Pressing any button except the
LOCK button on the key.

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Pressing a request switch.

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(With theft-deterrent system)

The hazard warning lights flash when
the theft-deterrent system is armed or
turned off.
Refer to Theft-Deterrent System on page
3-43.

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The setting can be changed so that the
doors and the liftgate are locked
automatically without pressing the
request switch.
Refer to the Settings section in the
Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.

(Walk-away auto lock function)

A beep sound is heard when all doors
and the liftgate are closed while the
advanced key is being carried. All doors
and the liftgate are locked automatically
after about three seconds when the
advanced key is out of the operational
range. Also, the hazard warning lights
flash once. (Even if the driver is in the
operational range, all doors and the
liftgate are locked automatically after
about 30 seconds.) If you are out of the
operational range before the doors and
the liftgate are completely closed or
another key is left in the vehicle, the
walk-away auto lock function will not
work. Always make sure that all doors
and the liftgate are closed and locked
before leaving the vehicle. The
walk-away auto lock function does not
close the power windows.

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(Auto re-lock function)

After unlocking with the request switch,
all doors and the liftgate will
automatically lock if any of the
following operations are not performed
within about 60 seconds. If your vehicle
has a theft-deterrent system, the hazard
warning lights will flash for
confirmation.

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The time required for the doors to lock
automatically can be changed.
Refer to the Settings section in the
Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.

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Opening a door or the liftgate.

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Switching the ignition to any position
other than off.

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Locking, Unlocking with
Transmitter

All doors and the liftgate can be locked/
unlocked by operating the keyless entry
system transmitter, refer to Keyless Entry
System (page 3-4).

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Locking, Unlocking with Door-Lock
Switch

All doors and the liftgate lock
automatically when the lock side is
pressed. They unlock when the unlock
side is pressed.

Driver's door

Unlock

Lock

Front passenger's door

Unlock

Lock

To lock all the doors and the liftgate from
an open front door, press the lock side of
the door lock switch and then close the
door.

NOTE

When locking the doors this way, be
careful not to leave the key inside the
vehicle.

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Auto Lock/Unlock Function

*

WARNING

Do not pull the inner handle on a front
door:

Pulling the inner handle on a front door
while the vehicle is moving is dangerous.
Passengers can fall out of the vehicle if the
door opens accidentally, which could result
in death or serious injury.

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When the vehicle speed exceeds 20
km/h (12 mph), all the doors and liftgate
lock automatically.

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When the ignition is switched off, all the
doors and liftgate unlock automatically.

The auto lock/unlock function settings can
be changed.

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*Some models.

Refer to the Settings section in the Mazda
Connect Owner's Manual.

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Locking, Unlocking with Auxiliary
Key

Turn the auxiliary key toward the front to
lock, toward the back to unlock.

To lock

All doors lock automatically when the
driver's door is locked using the auxiliary
key.

To unlock

The driver’s door unlocks when the
auxiliary key is turned briefly to the
unlock position and then immediately
returned to the center position.
All doors unlock when the driver's door is
unlocked and the auxiliary key is held in
the unlock position for one second or
longer.

Lock

Unlock

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Locking, Unlocking with Door-Lock
Knob

Operation from inside

To lock any door from the inside, press the
door-lock knob.
To unlock, pull it outward.

This does not operate the other door locks.

Lock

Unlock

Unlocked: Red indicator

Operation from outside

To lock any door using its door-lock knob
from the outside, press the door-lock knob
to the lock position and close the door
(holding the door handle in the open
position is not required).
This does not operate the other door locks.

Door-lock knob

NOTE

When locking the door this way:

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Be careful not to leave the key inside the
vehicle.



The doors cannot be locked using the
driver's door lock knob if any door is
open when the ignition is switched to
ACC or ON.

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Rear Door Child Safety Locks

These locks are intended to help prevent
children from accidentally opening the
rear doors. Use them on both rear doors
whenever a child rides in the rear seat of
the vehicle.

If you slide the child safety lock to the
lock position before closing that door, the
door cannot be opened from the inside.
The door can only be opened by pulling
the outside handle.

Lock

Unlock

Liftgate

WARNING

Never allow a person to ride in the luggage
compartment:

Allowing a person to ride in the luggage
compartment is dangerous. The person in
the luggage compartment could be
seriously injured or killed during sudden
braking or a collision.

Do not drive with the liftgate open:

Exhaust gas in the cabin of a vehicle is
dangerous. An open liftgate in a moving
vehicle will cause exhaust gas to be drawn
into the cabin. This gas contains CO
(carbon monoxide), which is colorless,
odorless, and highly poisonous, and it can
cause loss of consciousness and death.
Moreover, an open liftgate could cause
occupants to fall out in an accident.

Do not stack or leave loaded luggage
unsecured in the luggage compartment:

Otherwise, the luggage may move or
collapse, resulting in injury or an accident.
In addition, do not load luggage higher
than the seatbacks. It may affect the side or
rear field of view.

CAUTION

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Before opening the liftgate, remove any
snow and ice accumulation on it.
Otherwise, the liftgate could close under
the weight of the snow and ice resulting
in injury.

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Be careful when opening/closing the
liftgate during strong winds. If a strong
gust blows against the liftgate, it could
close suddenly resulting in injury.

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Fully open the liftgate and make sure
that it stays open. If the liftgate is only
opened partially, it could slam shut by
vibration or wind gusts resulting in
injury.

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When loading or unloading luggage in
the luggage compartment, turn off the
engine. Otherwise, you could get burned
by the heat of the exhaust gas.

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Be careful not to apply excessive force to
the damper stay on the liftgate such as
by putting your hand on the stay.
Otherwise, the damper stay may bend
and affect the liftgate operation.

Damper stay

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Do not modify or replace the liftgate
damper stay. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer if a liftgate damper stay is
deformed or damaged for reasons such
as a collision or if there is some other
problem.

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Opening and Closing the Liftgate

Opening the liftgate with Electric
liftgate opener

Unlock the doors and liftgate, then press
the electric liftgate opener on the liftgate

and raise the liftgate when the latch
releases.
For the power liftgate operation, refer to
Power Liftgate on page 3-20.

Electric liftgate
opener

NOTE
(With the advanced keyless function)

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A locked liftgate can also be opened
while the key is being carried.

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When opening the liftgate with the doors
and the liftgate locked, it may require a
few seconds for the liftgate latch to
release after the electric liftgate opener
is pressed.

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The liftgate can be closed when the
doors are locked with the key left in the
vehicle. However, to prevent locking the
key in the vehicle, the liftgate can be
opened by pressing the electric liftgate
opener. If the liftgate cannot be opened
despite doing this procedure, first push
the liftgate completely closed, then press
the electric liftgate opener to fully open
the liftgate.

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When the liftgate latch is released by
pressing the electric liftgate opener, the
liftgate raises slightly. If the liftgate is
not operated for a certain period of
time, the liftgate cannot be raised.

To open

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Press the electric liftgate opener again.

To close

To close the liftgate from its slightly
raised position, open it first by pressing
the electric liftgate opener, then close it
after waiting at least 1 second.

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If the liftgate is not fully closed, the
driver is notified by a warning indicated
in the instrument cluster.

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If the vehicle battery is dead or there is
a malfunction in the electrical system
and the liftgate cannot be unlocked, the
liftgate can be opened by performing the
emergency procedure.
Refer to When Liftgate Cannot be
Opened on page 7-46.

Closing the liftgate

Lower the liftgate slowly using the liftgate
grip recess, then push the liftgate closed
using both hands.
Do not slam it. Pull up on the liftgate to
make sure it is secure.
For the power liftgate operation, refer to
Power Liftgate on page 3-20.

Liftgate grip
recess

NOTE

Confirm that the liftgate is securely closed.
The liftgate, move it without pressing the
electric liftgate opener to verify that the
liftgate has not been left ajar.

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Power Liftgate

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The power liftgate opens/closes
electrically by operating the switches in
the vehicle or the buttons on the keyless
entry system transmitter.

WARNING

Be sure to watch the power liftgate as it
opens or closes, and make sure that it
closes completely:

Opening or closing the power liftgate while
not watching it move is dangerous.
Because of unseen obstacles and the
jam-safe feature, a liftgate may not close
completely and, if left unnoticed, could
result in serious injury or death if an
occupant were to fall out of the vehicle.
Always be sure that the area around the
liftgate is clear before activating it.

Always confirm the safety of the area
around the power liftgate before operating
it electrically.

Not checking the area around the liftgate
for people before operating it using the
power liftgate switch or the button on the
keyless entry system is dangerous. A person
could become caught between the liftgate
and an obstruction while it is opening
electrically or between the liftgate and
vehicle while it is closing electrically,
resulting in an accident and serious injury.

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*Some models.

Never allow children to operate the power
liftgate system:

Allowing children to operate the power
liftgate switch and the keyless entry system
is dangerous. Children are not aware of the
dangers of people getting fingers and
hands caught in a moving liftgate. If
someone's neck, head or hands get caught
in a closing door, it could result in death or
serious injury.

CAUTION

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When closing the power liftgate, make
sure there are no foreign objects around
the striker. If foreign objects are
obstructing the striker, the liftgate may
not close properly.

Striker

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Do not install accessories to the power
liftgate other than specified accessories.
Otherwise, it cannot be opened/closed
automatically and could result in a
malfunction.

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Be careful when switching the power
liftgate from electrical to manual
operation. The power liftgate may open/
close unexpectedly depending on its
position which could result in injury.

NOTE

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Do not apply unnecessary force to the
power liftgate when it is opening/closing
electrically. Unnecessary force on the
liftgate may cause it to reverse direction
of movement automatically. Also, it
could result in a malfunction.

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The power liftgate may not open/close
electrically if the vehicle is parked on an
incline, or there is strong wind, or the
liftgate is laden with snow.



If a power liftgate system fuse has
blown, the liftgate cannot be opened
using the power liftgate switch or the
electric liftgate opener. Use the
emergency lever to open the liftgate.



Fully close the power liftgate before
disconnecting the vehicle battery. If the
battery is disconnected with the liftgate
open, it cannot be opened or closed
automatically after the battery is
reconnected. If this happens, fully close
the liftgate manually to restore the auto
full open/close function.



If the liftgate is snow-laden, remove the
snow before operating the power
liftgate. Operating the power liftgate
with excessive force applied to the
liftgate may damage the liftgate.

Operation using the transmitter

Press the power liftgate button for one
second or longer. The hazard warning
lights flash twice and the liftgate opens/
closes after the beep sounds.
Refer to Transmitter on page 3-5.

NOTE



When the ignition is switched ON, the
transmitter does not operate.

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

When opening the liftgate by pressing
the power liftgate button on the
transmitter, the liftgate can be opened
even when it is locked.

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If the power liftgate button on the
transmitter is pressed while the liftgate
is opening/closing electrically, the beep
is activated and the liftgate stops. When
pressing the power liftgate button again,
the liftgate moves in the reverse
direction.

Operation using each switch

Operation conditions

Opening the liftgate

If the vehicle has satisfied all the
following operation conditions, the power
liftgate can be opened using the power
function.



All doors and the liftgate are unlocked.



The ignition is switched OFF, or the
selector lever is in P with the ignition
switched ON.

Closing the liftgate



The ignition is switched OFF, or the
selector lever is in P with the ignition
switched ON.

NOTE



If the vehicle moves with the selector
lever shifted to a position other than P
while the liftgate is opening/closing
electrically, the liftgate moves as
follows:

While opening electrically

The buzzer is activated, and the liftgate
moves in the reverse direction
automatically and closes. When the
selector lever is shifted to P, you can
resume the power liftgate operation
using the switches.

While closing electrically

The buzzer is activated, but the liftgate
continues closing.

Operation from the driver's seat (To
open/close)

Press the power liftgate switch for about
one second or longer while the liftgate is
in the fully closed/open position. The
hazard warning lights flash twice and the
liftgate opens/closes fully after the beep
sound is heard.

Power liftgate switch

Operation from outside (To open)

Press the electric liftgate opener on the
liftgate and raise the liftgate. The hazard
warning lights flash twice and the liftgate
opens automatically after the beep sound
is heard.

(With the advanced keyless function)

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A locked liftgate can also be opened while
the key is being carried.

Electric liftgate
opener

Operation from outside (To close)

Press the power liftgate close switch while
the liftgate is fully opened. The hazard
warning lights flash twice and the liftgate
closes automatically after the beep sound
is heard.

Power liftgate
close switch

NOTE

If the power liftgate switch/power liftgate
close switch is pressed or the electric
liftgate opener is operated while the
liftgate is opening/closing electrically, the
beep sound is heard and the liftgate stops.
Then, it reverses when any of the switches
are pressed again.

Changing the power liftgate fully open
position

The power liftgate fully-open position can
be changed according to the height of a
garage.

When changing the position

1. Stop the liftgate at the desired position.
2. Press the power liftgate close switch

for about three seconds.
A beep sound is activated two times to
indicate that the position change has
been completed.

NOTE

Set the desired fully-open position of the
liftgate at the position where it is open
more than halfway. The position where it
is less than halfway open cannot be set.

To reset

1. Open the liftgate.
2. Press the power liftgate close switch

for about seven seconds.
A beep sound is activated three times
to indicated that the reset has been
completed.

NOTE

After about 3 seconds have elapsed since
the switch was pressed, a beep sound is
activated 2 times to indicate that the
liftgate fully-open position has changed.
Continuously press the switch for about 7
seconds to complete the reset.

Jam-safe equipment

While the power liftgate is opening/
closing electrically and the system detects
a person or an object in the liftgate's path,
the liftgate will move in the reverse
direction automatically and stops.

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WARNING

Always check the area around the power
liftgate before opening/closing it:

Not checking for occupants and objects
around the power liftgate before opening/
closing it is dangerous. The jam-safe
equipment is designed to prevent jamming
in the event an obstruction is in the
liftgate's path. The system may not detect
certain objects obstructing the liftgate
depending on the way they are positioned
and their shape. However, if the jam-safe
function detects an obstruction and moves
the liftgate in the reverse direction, an
occupant in the liftgate's path could be
seriously injured.

CAUTION

Sensors are installed on both ends of the
power liftgate. Be careful not to allow the
sensors to be scratched or damaged by
sharp objects, otherwise the liftgate may
no longer open/close automatically. In
addition, if the sensor is damaged while the
liftgate is closing automatically, the system
will stop.

Sensor

NOTE

The jam-safe equipment does not activate
during easy closure operation when the
power liftgate is between the near-shut
position and fully closed position.

When the power liftgate is moving in the
open/close direction and an obstruction is
detected, the beep sound will be heard and
the liftgate moves in the reverse direction
and stops.

Liftgate easy closure

The Easy Closure system automatically
closes the liftgate completely from the
near-shut position.
This system also operates when the liftgate
is closed manually.

WARNING

When closing a liftgate, always keep hands
and fingers away from the liftgate:

Placing hands or fingers around a liftgate is
dangerous because the liftgate closes
automatically from the near-shut position,
which could cause hands and fingers to be
pinched and injured.

NOTE



If the electric liftgate opener is pressed
while the easy closure function is
operating, the liftgate can be opened.



If the liftgate is opened/closed
repeatedly in a short period of time, the
easy closure function may not operate.
Wait for about 2 seconds and then try
again.

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Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions

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Fuel Requirements

Vehicles with catalytic converters or oxygen sensors must use ONLY UNLEADED FUEL,
which will reduce exhaust emissions and keep spark plug fouling to a minimum.

To achieve maximum engine performance, use the specified fuel.

Fuel

Octane Rating

*1

(Anti-knock index)

Regular unleaded fuel

87 [(R+M)/2 method] or above (91 RON or above)

*

1 U.S. federal law requires that octane ratings be posted on gas station pumps.

Fuel with a rating lower than 87 octane (91 RON) will negatively affect the emission control
system performance and could also cause engine knocking and serious engine damage.

CAUTION



USE ONLY UNLEADED FUEL.
Leaded fuel is harmful to the catalytic converter and oxygen sensors and will lead to
deterioration of the emission control system and or failures.



This vehicle can only use oxygenated fuels containing no more than 10 % ethanol by
volume. Damage to the vehicle may occur when ethanol exceeds this recommendation, or
if the gasoline contains any methanol. Stop using gasohol of any kind if your vehicle engine
is performing poorly.



Never add fuel system additives other than a Mazda genuine product, otherwise the
emission control system could be damaged. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for
details.

Gasoline blended with oxygenates such as alcohol or ether compounds are generally
referred to as oxygenated fuels. The common gasoline blend that can be used with your
vehicle is ethanol blended at no more than 10 %. Gasoline containing alcohol, such as
ethanol or methanol, may be marketed under the name "Gasohol".

Vehicle damage and drivability problems resulting from the use of the following may not be
covered by the warranty.

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Gasohol containing more than 10 % ethanol.



Gasoline or gasohol containing methanol.

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Leaded fuel or leaded gasohol.

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Emission Control System

This vehicle is equipped with an emission control system (the catalytic converter is part of
this system) that enables the vehicle to comply with existing exhaust emissions
requirements.

WARNING

Never park over or near anything flammable:

Parking over or near anything flammable, such as dry grass, is dangerous. Even with the
engine turned off, the exhaust system remains very hot after normal use and could ignite
anything flammable. A resulting fire could cause serious injury or death.

CAUTION

Ignoring the following precautions could cause lead to accumulate on the catalyst inside the
converter or cause the converter to get very hot. Either condition will damage the converter
and cause poor performance.

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USE ONLY UNLEADED FUEL.



Do not drive your Mazda with any sign of engine malfunction.



Do not coast with the ignition switched off.



Do not descend steep grades in gear with the ignition switched off.



Do not operate the engine at high idle for more than 2 minutes.



Do not tamper with the emission control system. All inspections and adjustments must be
made by a qualified technician.



Do not push-start or tow-start this vehicle.

NOTE



Under U.S. federal law, any modification to the original-equipment emission control
system before the first sale and registration of a vehicle is subject to penalties. In some
states, such modification made on a used vehicle is also subject to penalties.



While the engine is off, the sound of a valve opening and closing can be heard at the rear
of the vehicle, however this does not indicate an abnormality. The vehicle has a
self-checking device and it operates while the engine is off.

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Engine Exhaust (Carbon monoxide)

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WARNING

Do not drive your vehicle if you smell exhaust gas inside the vehicle:

Engine exhaust gas is dangerous. This gas contains carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless,
odorless, and poisonous. When inhaled, it can cause loss of consciousness and death. If you
smell exhaust gas inside the vehicle, keep all windows fully open and contact an Authorized
Mazda Dealer immediately.

Do not run the engine when inside an enclosed area:

Running the engine inside an enclosed area, such as a garage, is dangerous. Exhaust gas,
which contains poisonous carbon monoxide, could easily enter the cabin. Loss of
consciousness or even death could occur.

Open the windows or adjust the heating or cooling system to draw fresh air when idling the
engine:

Exhaust gas is dangerous. When the vehicle is stopped with the windows closed and the
engine running for a long time even in an open area, exhaust gas, which contains poisonous
carbon monoxide, could enter the cabin. Loss of consciousness or even death could occur.

Clear snow from underneath and around your vehicle, particularly the tail pipe, before
starting the engine:

Running the engine when a vehicle is stopped in deep snow is dangerous. The exhaust pipe
could be blocked by the snow, allowing exhaust gas to enter the cabin. Because exhaust gas
contains poisonous carbon monoxide, it could cause loss of consciousness or even death to
occupants in the cabin.

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Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap

WARNING

When removing the fuel-filler cap, loosen
the cap slightly and wait for any hissing to
stop, then remove it:

Fuel spray is dangerous. Fuel can burn skin
and eyes and cause illness if ingested. Fuel
spray is released when there is pressure in
the fuel tank and the fuel-filler cap is
removed too quickly.

Before refueling, stop the engine, and
always keep sparks and flames away from
the filler neck:

Fuel vapor is dangerous. It could be ignited
by sparks or flames causing serious burns
and injuries.
Additionally, use of the incorrect fuel-filler
cap or not using a fuel-filler cap may result
in a fuel leak, which could result in serious
burns or death in an accident.

Do not continue refueling after the fuel
pump nozzle shuts off automatically:

Continuing to add fuel after the fuel pump
nozzle has shut off automatically is
dangerous because overfilling the fuel tank
may cause fuel overflow or leakage. Fuel
overflow and leakage could damage the
vehicle and if the fuel ignites it could cause
a fire and explosion resulting in serious
injury or death.

CAUTION

Always use only a genuine Mazda fuel-filler
cap or an approved equivalent, available
at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. The wrong
cap can result in a serious malfunction of
the fuel and emission control systems.

(U.S.A. and Canada)

It may also cause the check engine light in
the instrument cluster to illuminate.

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Refueling

Before refueling, close all the doors,
windows, and the liftgate, and switch the
ignition OFF.
1. To open the fuel-filler lid, pull the

remote fuel-filler lid release.

Remote fuel-filler lid release

2. To remove the fuel-filler cap, turn it

counterclockwise.

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3. Attach the removed cap to the inner

side of the fuel-filler lid.

Fuel-filler cap

Fuel-filler lid

4. Insert the refueling nozzle all the way

and begin refueling. Pull out the
refueling nozzle after the refueling
stops automatically.

5. To close the fuel-filler cap, turn it

clockwise until a click is heard.

6. To close, press the fuel-filler lid until it

locks securely.

CAUTION

(U.S.A. and Canada)

If the check fuel cap warning light
illuminates, the fuel-filler cap may not be
properly installed. If the warning light
illuminates, park your vehicle safely off the
right-of-way, remove the fuel-filler cap and
reinstall it correctly. After the cap has been
correctly installed, the fuel cap warning
light may continue to illuminate until a
number of driving cycles have been
completed. A drive cycle consists of starting
the engine (after four or more hours with
the engine off) and driving the vehicle on
city and highway roads.
Continuing to drive with the check fuel cap
warning light illuminated could cause the
check engine light to illuminate as well.

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Mirrors

Before driving, adjust the inside and
outside mirrors.

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Outside Mirrors

WARNING

Be sure to look over your shoulder before
changing lanes:

Changing lanes without taking into
account the actual distance of the vehicle
in the convex mirror is dangerous. You
could have a serious accident. What you
see in the convex mirror is closer than it
appears.

Mirror type

Flat type (driver's side)

Flat surface mirror.

Convex type (front passenger side)

The mirror has single curvature on its
surface.

Power mirror adjustment

The ignition must be switched to ACC or
ON position.

To adjust:
1. Rotate the mirror switch to the left or

right to choose the left or right side
mirror.

2. Press the mirror switch in the

appropriate direction.

Center position

Mirror switch

After adjusting the mirror, lock the control
by rotating the switch in the center
position.

Folding outside mirror

WARNING

Always return the outside mirrors to the
driving position before you start driving:

Driving with the outside mirrors folded in is
dangerous. Your rear view will be
restricted, and you could have an accident.

Manual folding outside mirror

Fold the outside mirror rearward until it is
flush with the vehicle.

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