Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
Electronic Brake Force Distribution System Warning
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.
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.
High Voltage Battery Temperature Warning Indication
“Excessive High Voltage Battery Temperature. Drive Slowly” is displayed
The indication displays if the high voltage battery temperature is excessively high.
Drive slowly to reduce load on the high voltage battery.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place if necessary. If the indication remains displayed, the system may have a problem. Have the vehicle inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
“High Voltage Battery Temperature Is Low Acceleration Is Limited” is displayed
The indication displays if the high voltage battery temperature is excessively low.
The vehicle speed may not increase even if the accelerator pedal is depressed because the motor output is restricted.
If the indication remains displayed, the system may have a problem. Have the vehicle inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Remaining High Voltage Battery Power Warning Indication/Warning Light
“High Voltage Battery Is Low. Charge Battery Soon” displays/turns on
The indication displays when the remaining high voltage battery power is low.
“High Voltage Battery Is Urgently Low Charge Battery Immediately” displays/flashing
The indication displays when the remaining high voltage battery power is 0.
“High Voltage Battery Is Depleted Vehicle Cannot Be Driven Until Battery Is Charged” displays/flashing
The indication/light displays/flashes when the remaining high voltage battery power is 0 and the vehicle cannot be driven.
Shift Control System Warning Indication/Warning light
The indication/light displays/turns on if the shift control system has a malfunction.
“Shift Control System Malfunction Stop the Vehicle in a Safe Location” displays/turns on
There is a serious malfunction with the shift control system.
Park the vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
“Shift Control System Malfunction Have the Vehicle Inspected” displays/turns on
There is a malfunction with the shift control system.
Have your vehicle inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
“Vehicle Cannot Shift Into Park. Stop the Vehicle in a Safe Location Then Apply the Parking Brake” displays/turns on
The vehicle cannot be held in a stopped position even when the selector lever is in the P position.
When parking or stopping the vehicle, always apply the parking brake. In addition, the EV system may not start again if it is stopped.
Have your vehicle inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
ABS Warning Indication/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.
The brake assist system does not operate while the ABS warning light is illuminated.
Master Warning Indication
The indication displays if the system has a malfunction.
Check the reason for the indication displaying on the center display or multi-information display.
Refer to If a Warning Light Turns On or Flashes (Search).
Brake Control System Warning Indication/Warning Light
The warning light illuminates when the system has a malfunction. Have your vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Brake Override Warning Indication
This message is displayed when the accelerator pedal and brake pedal are depressed at the same time while driving.
Release the accelerator pedal and depress the brake pedal.
Air Bag/Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Indication/Warning Light
A system malfunction is indicated if the warning light constantly flashes, constantly turns on or does not turn on at all when the power switch is switched ON. If any of these conditions occurs, 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.
Security Indicator Light
If the security indicator light turns on/flashes while driving, do not stop the EV system (leave it operating) and have the vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. If the EV system is stopped, it may not be restarted.
If the EV system cannot be started, switch the power switch OFF, place the key in another position within the operation range, and then restart the EV system.
Check the security indicator light and if it does not turn off, such as it remains on or flashes, switch the power switch OFF, wait for a while, and then restart the system.
If the EV system does not start after three attempts, a system malfunction may have occurred. Have the vehicle inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Because the electronic codes are reset when the immobilizer system is repaired, the keys are needed. Make sure to bring all the keys to an Authorized Mazda Dealer so that they can be programmed.
High Beam Control System (HBC) Warning Indication/Warning Light (Amber) (Some Models)
The light remains turned on if there is a problem with the system. Have your vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
i-ACTIVSENSE Warning Indication/Warning Light (Some Models)
The indication displays if the system has a malfunction.
Check the reason for the indication displaying on the center display or multi-information display.
Refer to If a Warning Light Turns On or Flashes (Search).
Seat Belt Warning Light (Rear seat) (Red)
If the rear seat belts are not fastened while the power switch is switched ON , the driver and the passenger are alerted by the warning light.
The warning light operates even if there is no passenger on the rear seat.
If a rear seat belt is not fastened by a certain period of time after the EV system has been started, the warning light turns off.
Action to be taken
Fasten the seat belts.
Low Washer Fluid Level Warning Indication/Warning Light (Some Models)
This warning light indicates that little washer fluid remains.
Action to be taken
Add washer fluid (Search).
Door-Ajar/Liftgate-Ajar Warning Indication/Warning Light
The light turns on if any door/liftgate is not closed securely.
Action to be taken
Close the door/liftgate securely.
Warning Sound is Activated
Lights-On Reminder
The lights-on reminder is operable when the time setting*1 of the auto headlight off function is off.
If the power switch is switched OFF with the exterior lights turned on and the driver’s door is opened, a sound is activated.
Operate the headlight switch to turn off the exterior lights.
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If the light switch is left on, the auto headlight off function automatically turns off the lights about 30 seconds after switching the EV system off. The time setting can be changed.
Refer to the Settings section in the Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.
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When the power switch is switched to ACC, the “Power Switch Not Switched OFF (STOP) Warning Beep” (Search) overrides the lights-on reminder.
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A personalized function is available to change the sound volume for the lights-on reminder.
Refer to the Settings section in the Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.
Seat Belt Warning Beep
Front seat
If the driver's seat belt is not fastened when the power switch 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 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, a sound is activated continuously for a certain period.
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).
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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.
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If a small child is seated on the front passenger's seat, the warning beep may not operate.
Rear seat
The warning beep only sounds if a seat belt is unfastened after being fastened.
Key Removed from Vehicle Warning Beep
Touch Sensor Inoperable Warning Beep (With the advanced keyless function)
A warning beep is activated to notify the driver that the doors are not locked when all of the following conditions are met:
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The power switch is switched OFF.
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All the doors and liftgate are not fully closed.
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The lock is operated 3 times within 5 seconds.
Check the power switch and whether the doors and liftgate are open or closed, and then operate the lock again.
Liftgate Door-lock Switch Inoperable Warning Beep (With the advanced keyless function)
When the door-lock switch on the liftgate is pressed under any of the following conditions, a warning sound is activated.
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The power switch is switched to a position other than OFF.
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Any door is open.
Make sure that none of the above conditions are present, and then press the door-lock switch again.
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).
Brake System Warning Beep
A warning beep is activated if a problem with the brake system occurs and the brakes may not work as intended. Decelerate the vehicle while checking the safety of the surrounding area, and park the vehicle in a safe place. After stopping the vehicle, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Shift Position Warning Beep
A warning sound is activated when the selector lever position and the shift position of the vehicle do not match.
Check the selector lever position.
Selector Lever Not In P or N Reminder Warning Beep
A warning sound is activated if the following operations are performed while the selector lever is in a position other than P.
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The power switch is switched OFF while the EV system is operating.
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The driver’s seat belt is unfastened and the driver’s door is opened.
Check the selector lever position.
AUTOHOLD Warning Beep
Message is displayed and beep sound is activated simultaneously for about 5 seconds when using AUTOHOLD function or when AUTOHOLD switch is operated.
Because a problem with AUTOHOLD function has occurred, AUTOHOLD function does not operate even if AUTOHOLD switch is operated.
If the message is displayed and the beep sound is activated simultaneously, have your vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Vehicle Problem Warning Beep
If any of the following problems occur, a warning beep is activated. Check the information regarding the warning indication in the instrument cluster or on the center display.
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Brake system problem
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Electric Parking Brake (EPB) problem
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Shift control system problem
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EV system problem
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Charging system problem
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Approaching vehicle audible system problem
Reverse Position Warning Beep
The warning beep is activated when the power switch is switched ON and the selector lever is in the R position.
Front Cross Traffic Alert (FCTA) Warning Beep (Some Models)
The Front Cross Traffic Alert (FCTA) warning beep is activated if there is a possibility of collision with a vehicle approaching from the front on the left and right sides of the vehicle.
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 malfunctions and cautions on use when required.
Check based on the beep sound.
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The beep sounds 1 time while the Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (MRCC with Stop & Go function) is operating. |
If a malfunction occurs in the system, make sure that the Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (MRCC with Stop & Go function) has been canceled. |
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The beep sounds intermittently while the Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (MRCC with Stop & Go function) is operating. |
The distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead is too close. Check the safety of the surrounding area and reduce vehicle speed. |
Excessive Speed Warning (Some Models)
If the vehicle speed exceeds the speed limit sign displayed in the active driving display/instrument cluster, the area around the speed limit sign flashes in amber and the warning sound is activated at the same time. If the vehicle speed continues to exceed the displayed speed limit sign, the indication stops flashing and remains on.
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.
Door-ajar Warning Beep
A warning beep is activated if the vehicle is driven with any door or liftgate ajar. Drive the vehicle after closing the doors and liftgate.
Battery Saving Mode Warning Sound
A warning sound is activated when the vehicle goes into Battery Saving Mode. Refer to Message Indicated on Multi-information Display (Search).
The warning sound will stop just after starting the EV system.
