Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds

If a Warning Light Turns On or Flashes

If any warning light turns on/flashes, take appropriate action for each light. There is no problem if the light turns off, however if the light does not turn off or turns on/flashes again, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

The details for some warnings can be viewed on the center display or multi-information display (Type A/Type B) in the instrument cluster.

Center display

If the warning light is turned on, select the icon on the home screen to display the Application screen.
Select “Vehicle Status Monitor”.
Select “Warning Guidance” to display the current warnings.
Select the applicable warning to view the warning details.

Multi-information display (Type A/Type B)

Press the INFO switch on the steering switch to display the warning indication screen.

Refer to Multi-information Display (Type A) (Search).

Refer to Multi-information Display (Type B) (Search).

Contact Authorized Mazda Dealer and Have Vehicle Inspected

If any of the following warning lights or the indicator light turns on/flashes, the system may have a malfunction. Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have your vehicle inspected.

Signal	Warning
ABS Warning Light	If the ABS warning light stays on while you're driving, the ABS control unit has detected a system malfunction. If this occurs, your brakes will function normally as if the vehicle had no ABS. Should this happen, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. When the engine is jump-started to charge the battery, uneven rpm occurs and the ABS warning light may illuminate. If this occurs, it is the result of the weak battery and does not indicate an ABS malfunction. Recharge the battery. The brake assist system does not operate while the ABS warning light is illuminated. Close Note View Note
Master Warning Indication/Warning Light	With Multi-information Display (Type A/Type B) Displays when notification of the system malfunctions is required. Check the message indicated in the display and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Indication in display and master warning light in instrument cluster are illuminated at same time. This indicates a malfunction with the vehicle system. Check the message indicated in the display and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. For details, refer to the explanations for the warning/indicator lights, in the warning/indicator lights section, which match the symbol in the upper part of the display. If a message is not indicated in the display, operate the INFO switch to display the “Warning” screen. Refer to Message Indicated in Multi-information Display (Type A) (Search). Refer to Message Indicated in Multi-information Display (Type B) (Search). With Multi-information Display (Type C) The light illuminates continuously if any one of the following occurs. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. There is a malfunction in the battery management system. There is a malfunction in the brake switch.
Electric Parking Brake (EPB) Warning Indication/Warning Light	The warning light illuminates when the system has a malfunction. Have your vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Check Engine Light	If this light illuminates while driving, the vehicle may have a problem. It is important to note the driving conditions when the light illuminated and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. The check engine light may illuminate in the following cases: The engine's electrical system has a problem. The emission control system has a problem. The fuel tank level being very low or approaching empty. The fuel-filler cap is missing or not tightened securely. If the check engine light remains on, or it flashes continuously , do not drive at high speeds and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. If the check engine light turns on, do not disconnect the battery cables. If the battery cables are disconnected and then reconnected, the engine could be damaged and catch on fire. Close Warning View Warning
Automatic Transaxle Warning Indication/Warning Light	The indication/light illuminates when the transaxle has a problem. If the automatic transaxle warning indication/light illuminates, the transaxle has an electrical problem. Continuing to drive your Mazda in this condition could cause damage to your transaxle. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. Close Caution View Caution
AWD Warning Indication (Some Models)	“4WD system malfunction” is displayed The indication is displayed under the following conditions. The system may have a malfunction. Have the vehicle checked at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. When there is a malfunction in the AWD system. When there is a large difference between the tire size of the front and rear wheels. “4WD system high-load” is displayed The indication is displayed under the following conditions. Park the vehicle in a safe place and check that the warning indication light turns off, and then drive the vehicle. Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer if the indication is continuously displayed. When the differential oil temperature is excessively high. When there is a large difference between the front and rear wheel rotation, such as when trying to remove the vehicle from mud.
(Turns on) TCS/DSC Indicator Light	If the light stays on, the TCS, DSC or the brake assist system may have a malfunction and they may not operate correctly. Take your vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Air Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Light	A system malfunction is indicated if the warning light constantly flashes, constantly illuminates or does not illuminate at all when the ignition is switched ON. If any of these occur, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. The system may not operate in an accident. Never tamper with the air bag/pretensioner systems and always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform all servicing and repairs: Self-servicing or tampering with the systems is dangerous. An air bag/pretensioner could accidentally activate or become disabled causing serious injury or death. Close Warning View Warning
(Flashing) Tire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light (Some Models)	If the tire pressure monitoring system has a malfunction, the tire pressure warning light flashes. Have your vehicle checked by an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. If the tire pressure monitoring system warning light illuminates or flashes, or the tire pressure warning beep sound is heard, decrease vehicle speed immediately and avoid sudden maneuvering and braking: If the tire pressure monitoring system warning light illuminates or flashes, or the tire pressure warning beep sound is heard, it is dangerous to drive the vehicle at high speeds, or perform sudden maneuvering or braking. Vehicle drivability could worsen and result in an accident. To determine if you have a slow leak or a flat, pull over to a safe position where you can check the visual condition of the tire and determine if you have enough air to proceed to a place where air may be added and the system monitored again by an Authorized Mazda Dealer or a tire repair station. Do not ignore the TPMS Warning Light: Ignoring the TPMS warning light is dangerous, even if you know why it is illuminated. Have the problem taken care of as soon as possible before it develops into a more serious situation that could lead to tire failure and a dangerous accident. Close Warning View Warning
(Amber) KEY Warning Indication (Some Models)	“Keyless System Malfunction” is displayed This message is displayed if the advanced keyless entry & push button start system has a problem. Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer. If the message is indicated, or the push button start indicator light (amber) flashes, the engine may not start. If the engine cannot be started, try starting it using the emergency operation for starting the engine, and have the vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. Refer to Emergency Operation for Starting the Engine (Search). Close Caution View Caution “Ignition is On” is displayed This message is displayed when the driver's door is opened without switching the ignition off. “Key Not Detected” is displayed This message is displayed when any of the following operations is performed with the key out of the operational range or placed in areas inside the cabin where it is difficult for the key to be detected. The push button start is pressed with the ignition switched off The ignition is switched on All doors are closed without switching the ignition off
(Red) (Turns on) KEY Warning Light (Some Models)	If any malfunction occurs in the keyless entry system, it illuminates continuously. If the key warning indicator light illuminates or the push button start indicator light (amber) flashes, the engine may not start. If the engine cannot be started, try starting it using the emergency operation for starting the engine, and have the vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. Refer to Emergency Operation for Starting the Engine (Search). Close Caution View Caution
(Amber) High Beam Control System (HBC) Warning Indication/Warning Light (Some Models)	The light remains turned on if there is a problem with the system. Have your vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. If the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) field of view is impaired during bad weather conditions (such as rain, fog, and snow) and when the windshield is dirty, the warning indication/warning light for the High Beam Control System (HBC) may display/turn on. However, this does not indicate a problem. Close Note View Note
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) Warning Indication (Some Models)	The Warning indication turns on if there is any malfunction in the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM). Have your vehicle inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. If the vehicle is driven on a road with less traffic and few vehicles that the radar sensors can detect, the system may pause. However, it does not indicate a malfunction. Close Note View Note
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) OFF Indicator Light (Some Models)	A problem in the system may be indicated under the following conditions. Have your vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. The light does not turn on when the ignition is switched ON. The light remains on even when the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system can be operated. It turns on while driving the vehicle. If the vehicle is driven on a road with less traffic and few vehicles that the radar sensors can detect, the system may pause (The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) OFF indicator light in the instrument cluster illuminates). However, it does not indicate a malfunction. Close Note View Note
(Amber) Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (MRCC with Stop & Go function) Warning Indication (Some Models)	The message is displayed when the system has a malfunction. Have your vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) & Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) Warning Indication (Some Models)	The message is displayed when the system has a malfunction. Have your vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. The system does not operate when the warning message is displayed. Always use tires for all wheels that are of the specified size, and the same manufacture, brand, and tread pattern. In addition, do not use tires with significantly different wear patterns on the same vehicle. If such improper tires are used, the system may not operate normally. When an emergency spare tire is used, the system may not operate normally. Close Caution View Caution
LED Headlight Warning Light	This light illuminates if there is a malfunction in the LED headlight. Have your vehicle inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

Message Indicated on Display

Verify Display Content

Displays in the following cases:

Display	Indicated Condition/Action to be taken
	The following message is displayed when the temperature around the center display is high. Lowering the temperature in the cabin or the temperature around the center display by avoiding direct sunlight is recommended.

Display

Indicated Condition/Action to be taken

The following message is displayed when the temperature around the center display is high.

Lowering the temperature in the cabin or the temperature around the center display by avoiding direct sunlight is recommended.

Message Indicated in Multi-information Display (Some Models)

Warning Sound is Activated

Seat Belt Warning Beep

Front seat

Except Mexico

If the driver's seat belt is not fastened when the ignition is switched ON, a beep sound will be heard for about 6 seconds. If the driver or the front passenger's seat belt is not fastened and the vehicle is driven at a speed faster than about 20 km/h (12 mph), a beep sound will be heard again for a specified period of time.

Until a seat belt is fastened or a given period of time has elapsed, the beep sound will not stop even if the vehicle speed falls below 20 km/h (12 mph).

To allow the front passenger occupant classification sensor to function properly, do not place and sit on an additional seat cushion on the front passenger's seat. The sensor may not function properly because the additional seat cushion could cause sensor interference.
If a small child is seated on the front passenger's seat, the warning beep may not operate.

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Mexico

If the vehicle speed exceeds about 20 km/h (12 mph) with the driver or front passenger's seat belt unfastened, a warning beep sounds continuously. If the seat belt remains unfastened, the beep sound stops once and then continues for about 90 seconds. The beep stops after the driver or front passenger's seat belt is fastened.

Until a seat belt is fastened or a given period of time has elapsed, the beep sound will not stop even if the vehicle speed falls below 20 km/h (12 mph).

Placing heavy items on the front passenger's seat may cause the front passenger's seat belt warning function to operate depending on the weight of the item.
To allow the front passenger seat weight sensor to function properly, do not place and sit on an additional seat cushion on the front passenger's seat. The sensor may not function properly because the additional seat cushion could cause sensor interference.
If a small child is seated on the front passenger's seat, the warning beep may not operate.

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Rear seat (Some Models)

The warning beep only sounds if a seat belt is unfastened after being fastened.

Key Removed from Vehicle Warning Beep

Vehicles with advanced keyless function

If the key is taken out of the vehicle while the ignition is not switched OFF and all the doors are closed, the beep which sounds outside of the vehicle will be heard 6 times, the beep which sounds inside the vehicle will be heard 6 times.

Vehicles without advanced keyless function

If the key is taken out of the vehicle while the ignition is not switched OFF and all the doors are closed, a beep will be heard in the cabin 6 times.

Because the key utilizes low-intensity radio waves, the Key Removed From Vehicle Warning may activate if the key is carried together with a metal object or it is placed in a poor signal reception area.

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Key Left-in-luggage Compartment Warning Beep (With the advanced keyless function)

If the key is left in the luggage compartment with all the doors locked and the liftgate closed, a beep will be heard outside for about 10 seconds to notify the driver that the key is in the luggage compartment. In this case, take out the key by pressing the electric liftgate opener and opening the liftgate. The key taken out of the luggage compartment may not operate because its functions have been temporarily stopped. To restore the key's functions, perform the applicable procedure (Search).

Tire Inflation Pressure Warning Beep (Some Models)

The warning beep sound will be heard for about 3 seconds if the tire pressures decrease.

Refer to Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Search).

Excessive Speed Warning (Some Models)

If the vehicle speed exceeds the speed limit sign displayed on the active driving display, the warning sound is activated and the area around the speed limit sign displayed on the active driving display flashes 3 times in amber, and if the vehicle speed continues to exceed the displayed speed limit sign, the indication stops flashing and remains on.

Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (MRCC with Stop & Go function) System Warnings (Some Models)

The Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (MRCC with Stop & Go function) system warnings notify the driver of system problems and precautions on use when required. Check after hearing a warning beep sound.

Warning beep	What to check
While the Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (MRCC with Stop & Go function) system is operating, a single beep sound is heard when “Front Radar Sensor Blocked” is displayed in the multi-information display.	Cancel the Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (MRCC with Stop & Go function) system if the radar sensor (front) becomes dirty. Clean the area around the radar sensor (front).
The beep sounds intermittently while the vehicle is being driven.	The distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead is too close. Verify the safety of the surrounding area and reduce vehicle speed.
While the Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (MRCC with Stop & Go function) system is operating, a single beep sound is heard when “Front Radar Sensor System Malfunction” is displayed in the multi-information display.	A malfunction in the system may be indicated. Check the center display to verify the problem and then have your vehicle inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

Lane Departure Warning Sound (Some Models)

While the system is operating, if the system determines that the vehicle may depart from the lane, it sounds a warning sound.

The volume of the Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) & Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) warning sound can be changed.

Refer to Personalization Features (Search).
The type of the Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) & Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) warning sound can be changed.

Refer to Personalization Features (Search).

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Collision warning (Some Models)

If there is a possibility of a collision with a vehicle ahead, a warning sound is activated at the same time as the warning indications are displayed in the instrument cluster or active driving display.