Switches and Controls
Headlights
Turn the headlight switch to turn the headlights and other exterior lights on or off.
When the lights are turned on, the lights-on indicator light in the instrument cluster turns on.
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If the light switch is left on, the lights will automatically switch off approximately 30 seconds after switching the ignition off.
The time setting can be changed.
Refer to Personalization Features (Search).
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To prevent discharging the battery, do not leave the lights on while the engine is off unless safety requires them.
Without auto-light control
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Switch Position |
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Ignition Position |
ON |
ACC or OFF |
ON |
ACC or OFF |
ON |
ACC or OFF |
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Headlights |
Off |
Off |
Off |
Off |
On |
On*2 |
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Daytime running lights |
On*1 |
Off |
On*1 |
Off |
Off |
Off |
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Taillights Parking lights License plate lights Side-marker lights |
Off |
Off |
On |
On*2 |
On |
On*2 |
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The lights are turned on while the vehicle is driven.
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The lights are turned on for the specified period by the auto headlight off function.
With auto-light control
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Switch Position |
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Ignition Position |
ON |
ACC or OFF |
ON |
ACC or OFF |
ON |
ACC or OFF |
ON |
ACC or OFF |
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Headlights |
Off |
Off |
Auto*2 |
Auto*4 |
Off |
Off |
On |
On*5 |
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Daytime running lights |
On*1 |
Off |
On*3 |
Off |
On*1 |
Off |
Off |
Off |
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Taillights Parking lights License plate lights Side-marker lights |
Off |
Off |
Auto*2 |
Auto*4 |
On |
On*5 |
On |
On*5 |
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The lights are turned on while the vehicle is driven.
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The lights are turned on by the auto light function.
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The lights are turned on while the vehicle is driven, and turned off when the headlights are turned on by the auto light function.
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The lights are turned on continuously if the ignition is switched from ON to any other position with the lights turned on. The lights are turned on for the specified period by the auto headlight off function.
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The lights are turned on for the specified period by the auto headlight off function.
Auto-light control (Some Models)
When the headlight switch is in the position and the ignition is switched ON, the light sensor senses the surrounding lightness or darkness and automatically turns the headlights and other exterior lights on or off.
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Do not shade the light sensor by adhering a sticker or a label on the windshield. Otherwise the light sensor will not operate correctly.
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The light sensor also works as a rain sensor for the auto-wiper control. 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 could be 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 particularly tempting to leave the engine running. This is particularly important when clearing ice and snow.
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The headlights and other exterior lights may not turn off immediately even if the surrounding area becomes well-lit because the light sensor determines that it is night time if the surrounding area is continuously dark for several minutes such as inside long tunnels, traffic jams inside tunnels, or in indoor parking lots.
In this case, the lights turn off if the light switch is turned to the
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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 sensitivity of the auto-light control may be changed.
Refer to Personalization Features (Search).
Leaving Home Light
The leaving home light turns on the lights when the transmitter unlock button is pressed while away from the vehicle.
The following lights turn on when the leaving home light is operated.
Low beams, Parking lights, Taillights, License plate lights.
To turn on the lights
When the ignition switch and the headlight switch are in the following conditions, the headlights will illuminate when the transmitter unlock button is pressed and the vehicle receives the transmitter signal. The headlights turn off after a certain period of time has elapsed (30 seconds).
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Ignition switch: off
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Headlight switch:
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Operation of the leaving home light can be turned on or off.
Refer to Personalization Features (Search).
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When the transmitter lock button is pressed and the vehicle receives the transmitter signal, the headlights turn off.
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When the headlight switch is turned to the
position, the headlights turn off.
Lane-Change Signals
Move the lever halfway toward the direction of the lane change―until the indicator flashes― and hold it there. It will return to the off position when released.
Rear Window Wiper and Washer
The ignition must be switched ON to use the wiper.
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 |
Rear Window Washer
To spray washer fluid, turn the rear wiper/washer switch to either of the 
position. After the switch is released, the washer will stop.
If the washer does not work, inspect the fluid level (Search). If the fluid level is normal and the washer still does not work, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Rear Window Defogger
The rear window defogger clears fog from the rear window.
The ignition must be switched ON to use the defogger.
Press the switch to turn on the rear window defogger. The rear window defogger operates for about 15 minutes and then turns off automatically.
The indicator light illuminates when the defogger is operating.
To turn off the rear window defogger before the 15 minutes has elapsed, press the switch again.
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Do not use sharp instruments or window cleaners with abrasives to clean the inside of the rear window surface. They may damage the defogger grid inside the window.
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This defogger is not designed for melting snow. If there is an accumulation of snow on the rear window, remove it before using the defogger.
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The rear window defogger setting can be changed. After changing the setting, the rear window defogger stops automatically after 15 minutes have elapsed and when the ambient temperature is high. When the ambient temperature is low, it continues to operate until the switch is pressed again.
Refer to Personalization Features (Search).
Mirror Defogger (Some Models)
The mirror defoggers defrost the outside mirrors.
The mirror defoggers operate in conjunction with the rear window defogger.
To turn on the mirror defoggers, switch the ignition ON and press the rear window defogger switch (Search).
Windshield Wiper De-icer (Some Models)
The thermal filaments at the following positions heat up and facilitate the removal of snow accumulated on the windshield.
The windshield wiper de-icer operates in conjunction with the rear window defogger.
To turn on the windshield wiper de-icer, switch the ignition ON and press the rear window defogger switch (Search).
Horn
To sound the horn, press the 
mark on the steering wheel.
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.
Gate operator/Canadian Programming
Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter signals to “time-out” (or quit) after several seconds of transmission ― which may not be long enough for HomeLink to pick up the signal during programming. Similar to this Canadian law, some U.S. gate operators are designed to “time-out” in the same manner.
If you live in Canada or you are having difficulties programming a gate operator by using the “Programming” procedures (regardless of where you live), replace “Programming HomeLink” step 3 with the following:
If programming a garage door opener or gate operator, it is advised to unplug the device during the “cycling” process to prevent possible overheating.
Continue to press and hold the HomeLink button while you press and release ― every two seconds (“cycle”) your hand-held transmitter until the frequency signal has successfully been accepted by HomeLink. (The indicator light will flash slowly and then rapidly.)
Proceed with “Programming” step 4 to complete.
Operating the HomeLink System
Press the programmed HomeLink button to operate a programmed device. The code will continue being transmitted for a maximum of 20 seconds.
Erasing Programmed HomeLink Buttons
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) on the auto-dimming mirror until the HomeLink indicator light begins to flash after approximately 10 seconds.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.
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.
Reprogramming the HomeLink system
To program a device to HomeLink using a HomeLink button previously trained, follow these steps:
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Press and hold the desired HomeLink button. DO NOT release the button.
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After 20 seconds, the indicator light flashes in amber. After the indicator light flashes, release the HomeLink button.
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Go back to Step 2 of Programming the HomeLink System to complete the procedure.
If the programming has not been completed, the system returns to the previous programming.
Garage Door Two-Way Communication
The garage door two-way communication is a function that communicates with the garage door opener and indicates whether the garages door is open or closed using the indicator lights in the rear view mirror. It can indicate the status of the garage door within a range up-to 250 m (820 ft).
Programming two-way communication
Within five seconds after programming a new HomeLink button, both of the garage door status indicator lights will flash rapidly in green indicating that the garage door two-way communication has been established. If the garage door status indicator lights flash, the two-way communication programming is complete.
If the garage door status indicator lights do not flash, the two-way communication programming is not completed. For additional HomeLink information and programming videos, refer to the following Websites:
Operating the garage door two-way communication
By pressing HomeLink buttons 1 and 2 at the same time for two seconds, the status of the garage door is indicated for about 3 seconds as follows:
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Garage door status |
Indicator light |
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Closing |
Amber flashes |
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Opening |
Amber flashes |
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Closed |
Green turns on |
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Opened |
Green turns on |
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