Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds

If the electronic brake force distribution control unit determines that some components are operating incorrectly, the control unit may illuminate the brake system warning light and the ABS warning light simultaneously. The problem is likely to be the electronic brake force distribution system.

 

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Do not drive with both the brake system warning light and ABS warning light illuminated. Have the vehicle towed to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the brakes inspected as soon as possible:

Driving when the brake system warning light and ABS warning light are illuminated simultaneously is dangerous.

When both lights are illuminated, the rear wheels could lock more quickly in an emergency stop than under normal circumstances.

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This warning light indicates low engine oil pressure.

 

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Do not run the engine if the oil pressure is low. Otherwise, it could result in extensive engine damage.

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If the light illuminates or the warning indication is displayed while driving:

1. Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way on level ground.

2. Turn off the engine and wait 5 minutes for the oil to drain back into the oil pan.

3. Inspect the engine oil level (Search). If it's low, add the appropriate amount of engine oil while being careful not to overfill.

    

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   Do not run the engine if the oil level is low. Otherwise, it could result in extensive engine damage.

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4. Start the engine and check the warning light.

If the light remains illuminated even though the oil level is normal or after adding oil, stop the engine immediately and have your vehicle towed to an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

Displays if the engine coolant temperature has increased excessively.

“Elevated Engine Coolant Temp. Drive Slowly” displayed

Drive slowly to reduce engine load until you can find a safe place to stop the vehicle and wait for the engine to cool down.

“Excessive Engine Coolant Temp. Stop the Vehicle in a Safe Location” displayed

This indicates the possibility of overheating. Park the vehicle in a safe place immediately and stop the engine.

Refer to Overheating (Search).

 

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Do not drive the vehicle with the high engine coolant temperature warning light illuminated. Otherwise, it could result in damage to the engine.

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The message is displayed if the electric power steering has a malfunction.

If the message is displayed, stop the vehicle in a safe place and do not operate the steering wheel. There is no problem if the indication turns off when the engine is restarted after some time has passed. If the indication displays even after the engine is restarted, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer if the message is displayed continuously.

 

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• If the message is displayed, the power steering will not operate normally. In this case, the steering wheel can still be operated, however, the operation may feel heavy compared to normal, or the steering wheel could vibrate when turning.

• Repeatedly jerking the steering wheel left and right while the vehicle is stopped or moving extremely slowly will cause the power steering system to go into protective mode which will make the steering feel heavy, but this does not indicate a problem. If this occurs, park the vehicle safely and wait several minutes for the system to return to normal.

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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-filler cap is missing or not tightened securely.

• The fuel tank level being very low or approaching empty.

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.

 

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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.

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The indication/light illuminates when the transmission has a problem.

 

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If the automatic transmission warning indication/light illuminates, the transmission has an electrical problem. Continuing to drive your Mazda in this condition could cause damage to your transmission. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.

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“AWD Malfunction. Front Wheel Drive Only. Have the Vehicle Inspected” is displayed/When the light is turned on

The indication is displayed/the light turns on 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.

“Excessive AWD System Load. Drive Slowly Until Warning Light Turns Off. Vehicle Now in Front Wheel Drive” is displayed/When the light is flashing

The indication is displayed/the light flashes under the following conditions. Park the vehicle in a safe place and check that the warning indication light turns off/ the warning light stops flashing, 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.

“Mismatched Tire Diameters. Vehicle Now in Front Wheel Drive” is displayed/When the light is turned on

The indication is displayed/the light turns on under the following conditions. Inspect the tire sizes or tire pressures on all 4 wheels. Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer if the indication remains on or the warning light remains illuminated.

• When any of the tire diameter is different.

• When any of the tire pressure is incorrect.

The seat belt warning light turns on if the driver or front passenger's seat is occupied and the seat belt is not fastened with the ignition switched ON.

If the driver or front passenger's seat belt is unfastened (only when the front passenger's seat is occupied) and if the vehicle is driven at about 20 km/h (12 mph) or faster, or about 10 km/h (6 mph) or faster for a continuous 30 seconds, with the seat belt unfastened, the warning light flashes for a certain period. After a short time, the warning light stops flashing, but remains illuminated.

 

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• The warning light flashes for about 6 seconds if the driver or front passenger's seat is not fastened when the ignition is switched ON. (Except Mexico)

• 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 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 light may not operate.

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Action to be taken

Fasten the seat belts.