Switches and Controls
Lighting Control
Flashing the Headlights
Can be used when the ignition is switched ON.
To flash the headlights, pull the lever fully towards you (the headlight switch does not need to be on).
The headlight high-beam indicator light in the instrument cluster illuminates simultaneously. The lever will return to the normal position when released.
Headlight Leveling
The number of passengers and weight of cargo in the luggage compartment change the angle of the headlights.
The angle of the headlights will be automatically adjusted when turning on the headlights.
Daytime Running Lights
Some countries require moving vehicles to have their lights on (daytime running lights) during the daytime.
The daytime running lights turn on when the vehicle is driven and turn off when the parking brake is operated or the selector lever is shifted to the P position.
(Except Canada)
The daytime running lights can be deactivated.
Refer to Personalization Features (Search).
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
The ignition must be switched ON to use the turn and lane-change signals.
Turn Signals
Move the signal lever down (for a left turn) or up (for a right turn) to the stop position. The signal will self-cancel after the turn is completed.
If the indicator light continues to flash after a turn, manually return the lever to its original position.
The turn signal indicators in the instrument cluster flash according to the operation of the turn signal lever to show which signal is working.
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If an indicator light stays on without flashing or if it flashes abnormally, one of the turn signal bulbs may be burned out.
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A personalized function is available to change the turn indicator sound volume. (Search)
Three-Flash Turn Signal
After releasing the turn signal lever, the turn signal indicator flashes 3 times. The operation can be cancelled by moving the lever in the direction opposite to which it was operated.
The three-flash turn signal function can be switched to operable/inoperable using the personalization function.
Refer to Personalization Features (Search).
Windshield Wipers
Turn the wipers on by pressing the lever up or down.
With intermittent wiper
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Switch Position |
Wiper operation |
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Operation while pulling up lever |
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Stop |
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Intermittent |
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Low speed |
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High speed |
Variable-speed intermittent wipers
Set the lever to the intermittent position and choose the interval timing by rotating the ring.
With auto-wiper control
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Switch Position |
Wiper operation |
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Operation while pulling up lever |
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Stop |
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Auto control |
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Low speed |
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High speed |
Auto-wiper control (Some Models)
When the wiper lever is in the 
position, the rain sensor senses the amount of rainfall on the windshield and turns the wipers on or off automatically (off―intermittent―low speed―high speed).
The sensitivity of the rain sensor can be adjusted by turning the switch on the wiper lever.
From the center position (normal), rotate the switch upward for higher sensitivity (faster response) or rotate it downward for less sensitivity (slower response).
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Do not shade the rain sensor by adhering a sticker or a label on the windshield. Otherwise the rain sensor will not operate correctly.
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When the wiper lever is in the
position and the ignition is switched ON, the wipers may move automatically in the following cases:-
If the windshield above the rain sensor is touched or wiped with a cloth.
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If the windshield is struck with a hand or other object from either outside or inside the vehicle.
Keep hands and scrapers clear of the windshield when the wiper lever is in the
position and the ignition is switched ON as fingers could be pinched or the wipers and wiper blades damaged when the wipers activate automatically.If you are going to clean the windshield, be sure the wipers are turned off completely (when it is most likely that the engine is left running) this is particularly important when clearing ice and snow.
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Switching the auto-wiper lever from the
to the position while driving activates the windshield wipers once, after which they operate according to the rainfall amount. -
The auto-wiper control may not operate when the rain sensor temperature is about －10 °C (14 °F) or lower, or about 85 °C (185 °F) or higher.
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If the windshield is coated with water repellent, the rain sensor may not be able to sense the amount of rainfall correctly and the auto-wiper control may not operate properly.
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If dirt or foreign matter (such as ice or matter containing salt water) adheres to the windshield above the rain sensor, or if the windshield is iced, it could cause the wipers to move automatically. However, if the wipers cannot remove this ice, dirt or foreign matter, the auto-wiper control will stop operation. In this case, set the wiper lever to the low speed position or high speed position for manual operation, or remove the ice, dirt or foreign matter by hand to restore the auto-wiper operation.
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If the auto-wiper lever is left in the
position, the wipers could operate automatically from the effect of strong light sources, electromagnetic waves, or infrared light because the rain sensor uses an optical sensor. It is recommended that the auto-wiper lever be switched to the position other than when driving the vehicle under rainy conditions. -
If the headlight switch and the windshield wiper switch are in
, and the wipers are operated at low or high speed by the auto wiper control for several seconds, bad weather conditions are determined and the headlights may be turned on. -
The auto-wiper control functions can be turned off. Refer to Personalization Features (Search).
Rear Window Wiper
Turn the wiper on by turning the rear wiper/washer switch.
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Switch Position |
Wiper operation |
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Stop |
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Intermittent |
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Normal |
Horn
To sound the horn, press the 
mark on the steering wheel.
Hazard Warning Flasher
The hazard warning lights should always be used when you stop on or near a roadway in an emergency.
The hazard warning lights warn other drivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazard and that they must take extreme caution when near it.
Depress the hazard warning flasher and all the turn signals will flash. The hazard warning indicator lights in the instrument cluster flash simultaneously.
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The turn signals do not work when the hazard warning lights are on.
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Check local regulations about the use of hazard warning lights while the vehicle is being towed to verify that it is not in violation of the law.
Pre-programming the HomeLink System
It is recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the device being programmed to HomeLink for quicker training and accurate transmission of the radio-frequency signal.
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Verify that there is a remote control transmitter available for the device you would like to program.
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Disconnect the power to the device.
Programming the HomeLink System
When programming a garage door opener or a gate, disconnect the power to these devices before performing programming. Continuous operation of the devices could damage the motor.
The HomeLink system provides 3 buttons which can be individually selected and programmed using the transmitters for current, on-market devices as follows:
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Disconnect the power to the garage door opener or gate programmed to the hand-held transmitter.
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Position the end of your hand-held transmitter 2.5―7.5 cm (1―3 inches) away from the HomeLink button you wish to program while keeping the indicator light in view.
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Simultaneously press and hold both the chosen HomeLink and hand-held transmitter buttons. Do not release the buttons until step 3 has been completed.
Some gate operators and garage door openers may require you to replace this Programming Step 2 with procedures noted in the “Gate Operator/Canadian Programming” section.
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After the HomeLink indicator light changes from a slow to a rapidly blinking light, release both the HomeLink and hand-held transmitter buttons.
If the HomeLink indicator light does not change to a rapidly blinking light, contact HomeLink at www.homelink.com or call 1-800-355-3515 for assistance.
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Connect the power to the garage door opener or gate programmed to the hand-held transmitter.
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Firmly press and hold the programmed HomeLink button for five seconds, and then release it. Perform this operation two times to activate the door or gate. If the door or gate does not activate, press and hold the just-trained HomeLink button and observe the indicator light.
If the indicator light stays on constantly, programming is complete and your device should activate when the HomeLink button is pressed and released.
To program the remaining two HomeLink buttons, begin with “Programming”― step 1
If the indicator light blinks rapidly for two seconds and then turns to a constant light, continue with “Programming” steps 7―9 to complete the programming of a rolling code equipped device (most commonly a garage door opener).
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At the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit) in the garage, locate the “learn” or “smart” button. This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the motor-head unit.
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Firmly press and release the “learn” or “smart” button. (The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer.)
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Return to the vehicle and firmly press, hold for two seconds and release the programmed HomeLink button. Repeat the “press/hold/release” sequence a second time, and, depending on the brand of the garage door opener (or other rolling code equipped device), repeat this sequence a third time to complete the programming process.
HomeLink should now activate your rolling code equipped device.
To program the remaining two HomeLink buttons, begin with “Programming”― step 1
For questions or comments, please contact HomeLink at www.homelink.com or 1-800-355-3515.
HomeLink Wireless Control System (Type B)
The HomeLink system replaces up to 3 hand-held transmitters with a single built-in component in the auto-dimming mirror. Pressing the HomeLink button on the auto-dimming mirror activates garage doors, gates and other devices surrounding your home.
Do not use the HomeLink system with any garage door opener that lacks the safety stop and reverse feature:
Using the HomeLink system with any garage door opener that lacks the safety stop and reverse feature as required by federal safety standards is dangerous. (This includes garage doors manufactured before April 1, 1982.)
Using these garage door openers can increase the risk of serious injury or death. For further information, contact HomeLink at www.homelink.com or www.youtube.com/HomeLinkGentex or an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Always check the areas surrounding garage doors and gates for people or obstructions before programming or during operation of the HomeLink system:
Programming or operating the HomeLink system without verifying the safety of areas surrounding garage doors and gates is dangerous and could result in an unexpected accident and serious injury if someone were to be hit.
