Switches and Controls
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
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.
Windshield Wipers and Washer
The windshield wipers and washer can be used when the power switch is switched ON.
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When the wipers are not used during freezing temperatures or for a long time, the wiper rubber may adhere to the glass. If the wipers are operated while adhered to the glass, it could damage the wiper rubber and motor.
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If the wipers are operated while the glass is dry, the glass could be scratched and the wiper rubber damaged. When the glass is dry, spray washer fluid before operating the wipers.
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If the amount of washer fluid spray is insufficient, do not use the washer switch. If the washer switch continues to be operated with no washer fluid being sprayed, it could lead to pump damage.
If the windshield wipers are operated under cold weather conditions or during snowfall, they could stop due to accumulated snow on the windshield. If the windshield wipers stop due to accumulated snow on the windshield, park the vehicle in a safe place, turn the wiper switch off, and then remove the accumulated snow. If the wiper switch is turned to another position other than OFF, the wipers will operate. If the wipers do not operate even though the wiper switch is turned to a position other than OFF, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
Windshield Wipers
Turn the wipers on by pressing the lever up or down.
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Indicator light
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Switch Position |
Wiper operation |
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MIST |
Operation while pulling up lever |
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OFF |
Stop |
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AUTO*1 |
Auto control |
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LO |
Low speed |
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HI |
High speed |
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When the wiper lever is switched to the AUTO position, the indicator light turns on.
Auto-wiper control
When the wiper lever is in the AUTO 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 (+ direction) for higher sensitivity (faster response) or rotate it downward (- direction) for less sensitivity (slower response).
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Switch
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Higher sensitivity
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Center position
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Less sensitivity
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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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Before lifting the windshield wiper blades off the windshield, always follow the procedure for moving the windshield wiper blades. Otherwise, a wiper blade, wiper arm, or the hood could be damaged.
Refer to the Replacing Windshield Wiper Blades (Search) section for the procedure on how to move the windshield wiper blades to the service position.
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When the power switch is switched ON and the wiper lever is in the AUTO position, the windshield wipers may operate automatically in the following cases:
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The area of the windshield above the rain sensor is touched or wiped with a cloth.
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The windshield or the rain sensor area in the cabin is hit.
When the power switch is switched ON and the wiper lever is in the AUTO position, do not touch the windshield or the windshield wipers Otherwise, the windshield wipers will operate automatically which could catch your fingers or damage the windshield wipers.
When removing ice or snow, or cleaning the windshield, always make sure the wiper lever is in the OFF position.
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Switching the auto-wiper lever from the OFF to the AUTO position while driving activates the windshield wipers once, after which they operate according to the rainfall amount.
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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 AUTO 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 OFF position other than when driving the vehicle under rainy conditions.
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If the headlight switch and the windshield wiper switch are in AUTO, 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.
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The auto-wiper control functions can be turned off.
Refer to the Settings section in the Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.
Rear Window Wiper and Washer
The rear window wiper and washer can be used when the power switch is switched ON.
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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Spray washer fluid and operate the rear wiper |
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ON |
Normal |
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INT |
Intermittent |
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OFF |
Stop |
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Spray washer fluid and operate the rear wiper |
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.
While the windshield washers are operating (from the time the wiper lever is pulled until the washer fluid stops spraying), the rear window washer does not spray washer fluid even if you operate the switch.
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.
Mirror Defogger (Some Models)
The mirror defoggers defrost the outside mirrors.
The mirror defoggers operate in conjunction with the rear window defogger.
Press the rear window defogger switch when the power switch is switched ON to operate the mirror defoggers (Search).
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Indicator light
Hazard Warning Flasher
HomeLink Wireless Control System
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.
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Indicator light
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HomeLink button
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.
Programming the HomeLink System
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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Press and release the HomeLink button you would like to program. The indicator light flashes slowly in amber when the button is pressed.
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Indicator light
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HomeLink button
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Hold the hand-held transmitter 2.5 to 7.5 cm (1 to 3 in) away from the HomeLink button you would like to program while keeping the indicator light in view.
Depending on the hand-held transmitter, it may be easier to do the programming by holding it 15 to 20 cm (6 to 7.8 in) away from the HomeLink button.
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Press the hand-held transmitter button continuously until the indicator light changes from amber (flashing) to green (on/flashing).
Some gate operators and garage door openers may require you to replace this Programming Step 3 with procedures noted in the “Gate Operator/Canadian Programming” section.
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Press the HomeLink button again to check if the programming has been completed.
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If the indicator light remains on in green, the programming is complete and the device becomes operational.
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If the indicator light flashes rapidly in green, firmly press and hold the Homelink button and release it after two seconds have passed. Repeat this process up to three times to complete the programming. The device becomes operational and programming is complete. If the device does not operate, go to the next step.
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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 and hold the Homelink button, and then release it after two seconds have passed. 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.
Press the programmed HomeLink button and make sure that the HomeLink System operates.
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If the status indicator arrows are flashing, refer to Garage Door Two-Way Communication.
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Indicator light
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To program the remaining two HomeLink buttons, go back to Step 1 of Programming the HomeLink System and repeat the procedure.
For questions or comments, please contact HomeLink at www.homelink.com or www.youtube.com/HomeLinkGentex, or the HomeLink toll-free hotline at 1-800-355-3515 (for calls placed outside of the USA, Canada, and Puerto Rico, international rates will apply and may differ based on landline or mobile phone).
Operating the HomeLink System
Press the programmed HomeLink button to operate a programmed device.
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.
Erasing Programmed HomeLink Buttons
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All of the programmed HomeLink buttons are reset. Individual buttons cannot be reset, however, individual buttons can be reprogrammed. For individual button reprogramming, refer to Reprogramming the HomeLink System (Search).
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Verify that the programming has been erased if you resell the vehicle.
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Press the two outer HomeLink buttons continuously at the same time until the indicator light flashes.
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HomeLink button 3
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HomeLink button 1
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Stop pressing the HomeLink buttons.
