(P. 17) (P. 15) FUEL HOOD FILLER LID RELEASE RELEASE TILT/TELESCOPING MAZDA RADAR TRUNK STEERING WHEEL CRUISE CONTROL RELEASE RELEASE LEVER (PP. 17-18) (4-DOOR) 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.
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MAZDA CONNECT PASSENGER WIPER/ HAZARD INFOTAINMENT AIRBAG OFF CLOCK SYSTEM WASHER WARNING INDICATOR (P. 29) (PP. 9-10, 16, 13-14, 31-33) (P. 24) AUDIO SYSTEM (WITHOUT INFOTAINMENT) (PP. 29-30, 33) START/STOP ENGINE BUTTON (PP. 5-6) CLIMATE CONTROL TRANSMISSION SEAT PLAYER WARMERS (PP.
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”. 1669736_15_Mazda3_SSG_041514.indd 3 4/15/14 2:16 PM...
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(switch is located a little to the right of the Mazda emblem). NOTE: • Vehicles equipped with the Advanced Keyless Entry System and the Keyless Entry System both use the same type of keyless entry transmitter. However,...
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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.
www.MazdaUSA.com Emergency Engine Stop START/STOP ENGINE Button Indicator Light 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, Transmitter...
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.
Seats and Headrests 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).
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Mazda Connect Infotainment System (if equipped) MAZDA CONNECT INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM Mazda Connect is designed to be operated by using one of the following three interfaces: TALK The commander switch (p. 10). The touchscreen (if the vehicle is not moving). Voice control (p. 10).
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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.
From main menu, say, “Setup,” then “Pairing Options.” Say, “Pair.” Pick-up Hang up Say a four-digit code (i.e., “1, 2, 3, 4”). 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.
For phone’s compatible with Email, SMS and MMS: (Call History) Incoming/Outgoing history for the device is downloaded automatically as well as your Phonebook. (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.
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.
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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. •...
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.
Mazda Connect Settings MAZDA CONNECT SETTINGS (if equipped) To view the different setting screens: Move the commander switch to the left or right to change tabs. When the desired tab is highlighted, press the knob of the commander switch down.
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.
Forward Obstruction Warning How to set the speed: Adjust the vehicle to the desired speed using the accelerator pedal. 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.
Smart City Brake Support 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 The system operates when the vehicle speed is 2 to a vehicle ahead.
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.
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.
RCTA is active when your vehicle is in reverse and your vehicle speed is 0 to 8 mph (13 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: •...
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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: • You can adjust the timing of the Auto Headlights OFF and the sensitivity of the Auto Light Control.
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Wipers 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).
High Beam Control HIGH BEAM CONTROL (HBC) (if equipped) the headlights are switched to high beams at speeds above With HBC, 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: •...
Adaptive Front Lighting System ADAPTIVE FRONT-LIGHTING SYSTEM (AFS) (if equipped) The AFS automatically turns the headlight beam to the right or left improve (in conjunction with the direction of the steering wheel) to the direction of headlight illumination while cornering. AFS only works when the vehicle is moving.
Manual Climate Control MODE SELECTOR DIAL TEMPERATURE FAN CONTROL DIAL CONTROL DIAL Rotate the dial to set Rotate the dial to select airflow mode. Rotate the dial for desired fan speed. temperature control. Push to recirculate Dashboard cabin air to reduce vents NOTE: When set...
Automatic Climate Control DRIVER TEMPERATURE PASSENGER NOTE: Automatic CONTROL DIAL TEMPERATURE climate control will CONTROL DIAL allow you to maintain AUTO ON: Push dial Push to turn DUAL individual preset cabin to turn automatic Air mode ON/OFF. temperatures for the conditioning system driver and passenger on (indicator light on).
Hour or Minute set FM/AM: Push FM/AM button to button (TUNE select the FM1, FM2, or AM band. 3 Push the FM/AM (CLOCK) The selected band will be button again. indicated in the display. MEDIA: Push to select Preset Channel: Push 1/2/3/4/5/6 Bluetooth, CD, USB, or AUX.
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www.MazdaUSA.com NOTE: To use BT audio, make sure the musical note icon is displayed in the audio display. Some Bluetooth audio ® devices need a certain amount of time before the icon is displayed. MENU: Push the MENU button to LOADING A CD adjust the audio sound, turn audio operation beep on and off, perform...
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® 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:...
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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.
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.
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(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.
Cruise Main Indicator Light On: TCS/DSC malfunction On (AMBER)/Cruise Set Flashing: TCS/DSC operating Indicator Light On (GREEN) BSM OFF (Blind Spot Mazda Radar Cruise Control Monitoring) (p. 21) Warning Light On (AMBER) Dynamic Stability Control Set Indicator (GREEN) (pp. 17-18)
www.MazdaUSA.com TRIP COMPUTER The following information can be selected by pushing the 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 •...
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 TACHOMETER for 3 seconds or longer until it stops flashing. With Infotainment: NOTE: 1 Go to System Settings.
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www.MazdaUSA.com TRIP COMPUTER The following information can be selected by pushing the 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 •...
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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: •...
www.MazdaUSA.com 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.
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Cupholders The Mazda3 is equipped with cup holders and bottle holders conveniently located throughout the cabin. The rear cup holders are located on the rear center armrest. The front cup holders are located in the center console behind the shifter and commander switch (if equipped).
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• 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...
Customer Delivery Checklist DEALERSHIP DATE SALES CONSULTANT CUSTOMER’S NAME E-MAIL PRESENTATION OF OWNER’S MATERIALS: Review the following items with the customer Smart Start Guide Maintenance Passport • Remove this checklist from Floor Mats Smart Start Guide • Ensure floor mats are properly hooked •...
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