The overhead lights turn on when any of the following operations is done with the overhead light switch in the DOOR position and the ignition switched off.
Turn on for about 30 seconds when the driver's door is unlocked.
Turn on for about 15 seconds when a door is opened with a key left in the vehicle and then the door is closed.
Turn on for about 5 seconds when a door is opened from the outside with a key being carried and then the door is closed.
The overhead lights turn on for about 15 seconds when the ignition is switched off with the overhead light switch in the DOOR position.
The overhead lights turn off immediately in the following cases:
The ignition is switched on and all doors are closed.
The driver's door is locked.
Battery saver
If any door is left open with the overhead light switch in the DOOR position, or the liftgate is left open, the overhead light or luggage compartment light turns off after about 30 minutes to prevent battery depletion.
The operation of the illuminated entry system can be changed.
Refer to Personalization Features (Search).
Only use genuine Mazda accessories or the equivalent requiring no greater than 120 W (DC 12 V, 10 A).
Front (Some Models)
The ignition must be switched to ACC or ON.
Center, Rear
The accessory sockets can be used regardless of whether the ignition is on or off.
To prevent accessory socket damage or electrical failure, pay attention to the following:
Do not use accessories that require more than 120 W (DC 12 V, 10 A).
Do not use accessories that are not genuine Mazda accessories or the equivalent.
Close the cover when the accessory socket is not in use to prevent foreign objects and liquids from getting into the accessory socket.
Correctly insert the plug into the accessory socket.
Do not insert the cigarette lighter into the accessory socket.
Noise may occur on the audio playback depending on the device connected to the accessory socket.
Depending on the device connected to the accessory socket, the vehicle's electrical system may be affected, which could cause the warning light to illuminate. Disconnect the connected device and make sure that the problem is resolved. If the problem is resolved, disconnect the device from the socket and switch the ignition off. If the problem is not resolved, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
To prevent discharging of the battery, do not use the socket for long periods with the engine off or idling.
Connecting the accessory socket
Open the lid.
Pass the connection plug cord through the cutout of the console and insert the plug into the accessory socket.
Keep storage boxes closed when driving:
Driving with the storage boxes open is dangerous. To reduce the possibility of injury in an accident or a sudden stop, keep the storage boxes closed when driving.
Do not put articles in storage spaces with no lid:
Putting articles in storage spaces with no lid is dangerous as they could be thrown around the cabin if the vehicle is suddenly accelerated and cause injury depending on how the article is stored.
Do not leave lighters or eyeglasses in the storage boxes while parked under the sun. A lighter could explode or the plastic material in eyeglasses could deform and crack from high temperature.
This console box is designed to store eyeglasses or other accessories.
Push and release to open.
To open the glove compartment, pull the latch toward you.
To close the glove compartment, firmly press in the center of the glove compartment lid.
To open, release the latch and pull up the lid.
Storage tray
The storage tray can be removed.
Make sure luggage and cargo is secured before driving:
Not securing cargo while driving is dangerous as it could move or be crushed during sudden braking or a collision and cause injury.
Use the loops in the luggage compartment to secure cargo with a rope or net. The tensile strength of the loops is 196 N (20 kgf, 44 lbf). Do not apply excessive force to the loops as it will damage them.
Never hang heavy or sharp objects on the assist grips and coat hooks:
Hanging heavy or sharp-ended objects such as a coat hanger from the assist grips or coat hooks is dangerous as they can fly off and hit an occupant in the cabin if a curtain air bag was to deploy, which could result in serious injury or death.
Always hang clothes on the coat hooks and the assist grips without hangers.