i-stop
i-stop
i-stop is a function that automatically stops and restarts the engine to improve fuel economy, reduce exhaust emissions, and idling noise.
How to Use the i-stop
Enabling Operation of the i-stop Function
The i-stop function becomes operational when all of the following conditions are met.
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After engine warm-up.
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After starting the engine and driving once.
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Hood is closed.
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The air conditioner is not operated with the airflow mode in the
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The vehicle's interior temperature and the set temperature for the air conditioner are nearly the same.
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The ambient temperature is not too low or too high.
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The atmospheric pressure is not low (when not driving at high altitudes).
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The selector lever is in the D position.
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The automatic transmission fluid has warmed up sufficiently.
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The automatic transmission fluid temperature is not abnormally high.
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The steering wheel is almost in the straight-ahead position (the i-stop function may not operate even with the steering wheel in the straight-ahead position if force is applied to the steering wheel).
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The vehicle is not on a steep slope.
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The vehicle is not stopped suddenly.
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The temperature and the state of charge of the M Hybrid Boost Battery are good.
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The motor and regenerative braking are in good condition.
Operating the i-stop Function
(Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (MRCC with Stop & Go function)/Cruising & Traffic Support (CTS) is not in use)
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When the M Hybrid Boost system determines that the engine does not need power during driving, i-stop function operates and the i-stop indicator light (green)
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The engine restarts when the accelerator pedal is depressed or the M Hybrid Boost system determines that engine power is required.
(Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (MRCC with Stop & Go function)/Cruising & Traffic Support (CTS) is in use)
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When the M Hybrid Boost system determines that the engine does not need power during driving, i-stop function operates and the i-stop indicator light (green)
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Depress the accelerator pedal or press the RES switch on the steering switch.
The engine restarts when the M Hybrid Boost determines that engine power is required.
If the lead-acid battery terminals are disconnected, the i-stop function may not operate right after connecting the lead-acid battery terminals. In addition, if the lead-acid battery is replaced, the i-stop functions require checking. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Stopping the Operation of the i-stop Function
The i-stop function stops and the i-stop OFF switch indicator light turns on.
When the i-stop function is stopped and the engine is stopped, the i-stop function becomes operational again the next time the engine is started.
