Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds

Output Restriction Warning Indication/Warning Light

“Acceleration Limited” displays/turns on

The indication/light displays/turns on under the following conditions. The vehicle speed may not increase even if the accelerator pedal is depressed because the motor output is restricted.

EV system is protected from overheating
High voltage battery level is low
High voltage battery temperature is low

“Acceleration Limited” displays/flashing

If the vehicle continues to be driven with the output restriction warning indication/warning light turned on, the output restriction warning light flashes.

The vehicle speed may not increase even if the accelerator pedal is depressed because the motor output is further restricted compared to the condition in which the output restriction warning light turns on.

“Excessive EV System Temp. Acceleration Limited Avoid Moving at Very Low Speeds. Depress Brake When Not Moving” or “Vehicle Cannot Hold Position. Depress Brake Pedal to Avoid Rolling” displays/turns on

When the vehicle is stopped on an upslope or the vehicle is driven at low speed on an upslope with the selector lever in the D or R position, the indication/light may display/turn on.

If necessary, park the vehicle in a safe place and let the EV system cool down because the output is restricted until the EV system returns to the normal temperature.

When the output restriction warning indication/warning light displays/turns on or flashes, check the safety of the surroundings:

The motor output decreases and the vehicle speed decreases resulting in an accident. If the vehicle cannot be driven safety, stop the vehicle in a safe place.

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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.

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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.

KEY Warning Indication/Warning Light (Red)

“Keyless Entry System Malfunction. Have the Vehicle Inspected” is displayed

This message is displayed if the system has a problem.

Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

If the power switch indicator light (amber) flashes at the same time, the EV system may not start. Have the vehicle inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.

Refer to When Stopping the EV System (Search).

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“Key Not Detected” is displayed

The KEY warning indication/warning light (red) displays/turns on under the following conditions. Bring the key into the operation range.

The key is outside of the operation range or it is placed in the cabin but in a position where it is difficult to be detected.
Without the power switch switched OFF, the key is taken out of the cabin, then all the doors are closed.

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.

KEY Indicator Light (Green) (Flashing)

“Low Key Fob Battery. Replace Battery” is displayed/When the light is flashing

When the key battery is low, the indication is displayed when the power switch is switched OFF.

Action to be taken

Replace the key battery.

Message Indicated on Multi-information Display

If there is a notification from the vehicle, a message is displayed on the multi-information display. Check the information and take the necessary action.

Multi-information display

If the warning light turns on/flashes simultaneously or a symbol is indicated on the display, check the information regarding the warning light or symbol.

Refer to If a Warning Light Turns On or Flashes (Search).

Display^12*3	Content	Action to be taken
Depress Brake Pedal. Brake Hold Disabled	This message is indicated when there is a problem with the brake related system while the vehicle is being held in a stop position by the AUTOHOLD function.	Depress the brake pedal. Cancel the AUTOHOLD function and have your vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Steep Slope. Continue Pressing Brake Pedal to Hold Stopped Position	This message indicates the possibility of the vehicle not being held in the stopped position by the AUTOHOLD function, such as on steep slopes.	Depress and hold your foot on the brake pedal.
Depress Brake Pedal and Operate Switch to Release Elec. Parking Brake	This message is indicated when the Electric Parking Brake (EPB) switch is operated without depressing the brake pedal.	Operate the Electric Parking Brake (EPB) switch while depressing the brake pedal.
Depress Brake Pedal and Operate Switch to Release	This message is indicated when the cancel operation is done without depressing the brake pedal while the vehicle is being held in the stopped position by the AUTOHOLD function.	Cancel the AUTOHOLD function stop hold control while depressing the brake pedal.
Mazda Radar Cruise Control Canceled. Drive Safely	This message is indicated when the Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (MRCC with Stop & Go function) have been canceled other than by the driver.	Have your vehicle inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Traffic Jam Assist Operation Canceled Drive Safely	This message is indicated when the Traffic Jam Assist (TJA) have been canceled other than by the driver.	Have your vehicle inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Distance & Speed Alert Operation Canceled Drive Safely	This message is indicated when the Distance & Speed Alert (DSA) have been canceled other than by the driver.	Have your vehicle inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Cruise Control Operation Canceled. Drive Safely	This message is indicated when the Cruise Control have been canceled other than by the driver.	Have your vehicle inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Emergency Braking Activated. Depress Brake Pedal to Hold Stop	This message is indicated after the Smart Brake Support (SBS) brakes operate and when the SBS is canceled.	Depress the brake pedal.
Touch Key Fob to Push Button Start Switch	This message is indicated when the key battery is weak (battery dead or damaged key).	Touch the key against power switch to start the EV system. Refer to Starting the EV System When the Key Battery is Dead (Search).
Depress Brake Pedal to Start Vehicle	This message is displayed when the power switch is pressed without depressing the brake pedal.	To start the EV system, press the power switch with the brake pedal depressed.
Check Shift Selector Lever Position	Displays in the following cases: Selector lever is shifted to R position while driving forward. Selector lever is shifted to P position while driving. Selector lever is shifted to D position while reversing.	Check the selector lever position.
Close Door and Fasten Seat Belt	This message is indicated when the AUTOHOLD switch is pressed with the driver’s seat belt unfastened or the driver’s door open.	Fasten the driver's seat belt and press the AUTOHOLD switch with the driver’s door closed.
Wiper Blades Must Be on Windshield Before Operating	This message is indicated when the power switch is switched ON with the wiper arms at the service positions.	Return the wiper arms to the initial positions.
Windshield Wiper Range of Motion Reduced. Remove Obstruction(s)	This message is indicated when there is snow or dirt accumulation on the windshield and the wiper operation range is narrowed.	Remove foreign matter from the windshield.
Anti Roll Away Engaged. Move Gear Selector Lever into Park	This message is indicated when the AUTO P (parking lock) function operates.	Shift the selector lever to the P position.
Move Gear Selector Lever into Park to Start Vehicle	This message is indicated when the power switch is switched ON while the shift position is different from the selector lever position.	Shift the selector lever to the P position.
Vehicle Will Not Shift While Accelerator Pedal Is Depressed	This message is indicated when the accelerator pedal is depressed with the selector lever in the N position.	Release your foot from the accelerator pedal.
Selector Position Ignored. Depress Brake Pedal for Shift Selection	This message is indicated when the selector lever is shifted from the N position to the D or R position with the brake pedal not depressed.	Depress the brake pedal.
Vehicle in Neutral	This message is displayed when in neutral hold mode (automatic car wash mode).	The vehicle is in neutral hold mode (automatic car wash mode). If necessary, cancel neutral hold mode (automatic car wash mode). Refer to Selector Lever Operation (Search).
Vehicle in Neutral. Move Gear Selector Lever into Neutral	This message is indicated if the selector lever is shifted to the D or R position while neutral hold mode (automatic car wash mode) is operating.	Shift the selector lever to the N position.
Disconnect Charger to Start Vehicle	This message is indicated when the EV system is started while the charge connector is connected.	When starting the EV system, disconnect the charge connector.
EV Charger Connected. Vehicle Cannot Be Driven	This message is indicated when the charge connector is connected while the EV system is operating.	When charging, switch the power switch OFF.
Battery Heater Will Reduce High Voltage Battery Level Connect to EV Charger To Avoid High Voltage Battery Drain	This message is indicated when the EV system is started after the battery heater has operated while the charge connector is not connected.	Check the remaining distance-to-full discharge. Perform charging if necessary.
Battery Heating Incomplete Due to High Voltage Battery Level Connect to EV Charger To Avoid High Voltage Battery Drain	This message is displayed when the EV system is started after the battery heater stops automatically.	If the battery heater operates while the vehicle is parked, connect the charge connector.
Battery Heating Canceled Due to Five Days of Vehicle Inactivity Turn Battery Heater Off If Vehicle Will Not Be Driven	This message is displayed when the EV system is started after the battery heater has operated for a long time and stopped automatically.	If the vehicle is not used for long periods, set the battery heater to off.
High Voltage Battery Charging Interrupted	This message is displayed when the charging is interrupted.	Check the connection status of the charge connector.
Rising EV System Temp. Acceleration May Be Limited Avoid Moving at Very Low Speeds. Depress Brake When Not Moving	This message is indicated when the vehicle is held in the stopped position with the accelerator pedal operated, such as on an upslope, and the motor reaches a high temperature.	Depress the brake pedal.
Regenerative Braking Temporarily Reduced	This message is indicated when the regenerative braking is restricted.	Drive the vehicle carefully because the regenerative braking force decreases.
Shift Into Park Before Exiting Vehicle	This message is indicated when the driver’s door is opened with the selector lever in a position other than the P position.	Close the driver’s door or shift the selector lever to the P position.
Battery Saving Mode. Drive Vehicle to Charge 12V Battery	This message is indicated when the power consumption exceeds a certain amount such as by repeatedly opening/closing the doors or the liftgate when the power switch is switched OFF. Some of the functions are restricted to reduce power consumption.	Drive the vehicle for 5 minutes or longer to charge the 12V battery. The warning message will clear just after starting the EV system.

A pop-up is displayed when a warning occurs.
One screen displays four rows. If the entire message cannot be displayed on the screen, it switches to another screen.
The displayed content may differ from the actual vehicle.

Warning Sound is Activated

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.

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.

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.