Mazda 3 Smart Start Manual
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SMART START GUIDE

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  • Page 1 3 SMART START GUIDE...
  • Page 2: Driver's View

    Driver’s View BLUETOOTH ACTIVE ® ILLUMINATION LIGHTING/ INSTRUMENT HANDS-FREE/ DRIVING DIMMER TURN SIGNALS CLUSTER AUDIO DISPLAY (Instrument Cluster) (P. 23) (PP. 31-34) (PP. 13-14, 27-28) (P. 35) (PP. 31-34) TPMS (P. 5) LDWS (P. 20) (P. 21) (P. 25) FUEL HOOD FILLER LID RELEASE...
  • Page 3 MAZDA CONNECT WIPER/ INFOTAINMENT CLOCK HAZARD SYSTEM WASHER SETTINGS WARNING (PP. 9-10, 27-28) (P. 24) (P. 10) START/STOP ENGINE BUTTON (P. 4) SEAT CLIMATE TRANSMISSION PASSENGER WARMERS CONTROL (P. 36) PLAYER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P. 30) 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.
  • Page 4: Advanced Keyless Entry System (If Equipped)

    ADVANCED KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (if equipped) This system allows you to lock and unlock the doors without taking the key out. Door Request Switch While Carrying the Advanced Key... • Unlock the driver’s door by pushing the driver’s door request switch once.
  • Page 5 What this does? This heats up the catalytic Transmitter converter faster to reduce emissions and allows Mazda to use an exhaust header on the engine (to improve efficiency and horsepower). • Shut the engine OFF by making sure the vehicle in park (A/T) and •...
  • Page 6: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)

    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 (pp.
  • Page 7: Information Display

    Information Display www.MazdaUSA.com INFO Toggle the INFO button up or down on steering wheel to cycle through different types of information. Information display Push the center of Push and hold the center of the INFO button the INFO button to to reset the currently displayed feature such make selections.
  • Page 8: Seats And Headrests

    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).
  • Page 9: Seats And Mirrors

    • Refer to your Owner’s Manual for complete programming details. NOTE: Genuine Mazda Accessory Auto-Dimming Mirror with Compass and Homelink is available at your Authorized Mazda Dealer.
  • Page 10: Mazda Connect Infotainment System

    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: The commander switch (p. 11). Talk The touchscreen (if the vehicle is not moving). Voice control (p. 12).
  • Page 11: Mazda Connect Settings

    Mazda Connect Settings www.MazdaUSA.com 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, push the knob of the commander switch down.
  • Page 12 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.
  • Page 13: Voice Control (If Equipped)

    www.MazdaUSA.com 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”. TALK SOME COMMON VOICE COMMANDS ARE: •...
  • Page 14: Pairing Your Bluetooth Phone Or Audio Device

    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.
  • Page 15: To Make Or Receive A Hands-Free Call

    (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..
  • Page 16: Navigation System

    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.
  • Page 17 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. • Only use your MAP SD card for operating and updating your navigation system.
  • Page 18: Mazda Radar Cruise Control

    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.
  • Page 19: Forward Obstruction Warning (Fow)

    Forward Obstruction Warning www.MazdaUSA.com 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.
  • Page 20: Smart City Brake Support

    • SCBS automatic brake is released approximately 2 seconds after the vehicle comes to a stop. Refer to your Owner’s Manual for complete details. Laser Sensor SCBS system can be turned off using Safety Settings in MAZDA CONNECT. (see page 10)
  • Page 21: Lane Departure Warning System

    Lane Departure Warning System www.MazdaUSA.com 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.
  • Page 22: Blind Spot Monitoring (Bsm) System

    Blind Spot Monitoring System BLIND SPOT MONITORING (BSM) SYSTEM The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system is designed to assist the driver by monitoring the blind spots to the rear of the vehicle on both sides. • If your vehicle speed is about 6.2 mph (10 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.
  • Page 23: Rear Cross Traffic Alert

    RCTA is active when your vehicle is in reverse and your vehicle speed is 0 to 6 mph (11 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: •...
  • Page 24 (cont’d on pg. 25) 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...
  • Page 25 Wipers www.MazdaUSA.com WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER CONTROL LEVER AUTO : (if equipped) 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).
  • Page 26 Headlights (cont’d from pg. 23) 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.
  • Page 27: High Beam Control

    High Beam Control www.MazdaUSA.com 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: •...
  • Page 28: Audio Controls

    1 Make sure BT audio device is paired to your vehicle (pp 13-14). 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...
  • Page 29 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.
  • Page 30: Audio Usb And Aux Inputs

    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.
  • Page 31: Automatic Climate Control

    Automatic Climate Control www.MazdaUSA.com DRIVER TEMPERATURE PASSENGER NOTE: A/C indicator CONTROL DIAL TEMPERATURE will illuminate when CONTROL DIAL AUTO ON is active. AUTO ON: Push dial The air conditioning Push to turn DUAL to turn automatic air cycles on/off as mode ON/OFF.
  • Page 32: Instrument Cluster (Type A)

    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)
  • Page 33 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...
  • Page 34: Instrument Cluster (Type B)

    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 Mazda Connect: NOTE: 1 Go to System Settings.
  • Page 35 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...
  • Page 36: Active Driving Display

    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.
  • Page 37: Hill Launch Assist (Hla)

    Transmission 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.
  • Page 38 (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.
  • Page 39 • 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...
  • Page 40 . . .18 Keyless Entry ......3 Smart City Brake Support* ..19 Advanced Keyless Entry* .
  • Page 41: Service Department

    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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