Warning/Indicator Light Turns On

If any warning/indicator light turns on/flashes, take appropriate action for each light. If the warning/indicator light does not turn off, or it turns on or flashes again, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

 

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If the warning light/indicator light turns on or flashes, park the vehicle in a safe place immediately and take appropriate measures.

Continuing to drive the vehicle while ignoring the illumination/flashing of the warning light/indicator light is dangerous because a problem may occur to a vehicle system, the engine may be damaged, or it could lead to an accident.

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The details for some warnings can be viewed on the center display or instrument cluster.

Checking Using the Center Display

1. Select “Information” on the home screen.

2. Select “Vehicle Status Monitor”.

3. Select the applicable warning to view the warning details.

Checking Using the Instrument Cluster

Press the INFO switch on the steering switch to display the warning indication screen.

Refer to How to Use the Multi-information Display (Search).

This warning has the following functions:

Parking brake warning/Indicator light inspection

The light illuminates when the parking brake is applied with the vehicle power switched to START or ON. It turns off when the parking brake is released.

When the light turns on

The light turns on continuously if any one of the following occurs:

• Insufficient brake fluid

• Brake system (electronic brake force distribution system) has a problem

Park the vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

 

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Do not drive with the brake system warning light illuminated. Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the brakes inspected as soon as possible.

Driving with the brake system warning light illuminated is dangerous. It indicates that your brakes may not work at all or that they could completely fail at any time. If this light remains illuminated, after checking that the parking brake is fully released, have the brakes inspected immediately.

If the brake system warning light and the ABS warning light turn on at the same time, stop the vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

The rear wheels could lock more quickly in an emergency stop than under normal circumstances which could result in an accident.

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• In addition, the effectiveness of the braking may diminish so you may need to depress the brake pedal more strongly than normal to stop the vehicle.

• The brake warning light may turn on when the engine is started. In this case, park the vehicle in a safe location and release the brake pedal. If the brake warning light remains illuminated, have the vehicle inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

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The light turns on if the charging system has a problem.

Park the vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

 

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Do not continue driving with the charging system warning light turned on.

Otherwise, the engine may stop, which could result in an accident.

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The light turns on when the engine oil pressure decreases.

 

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Do not drive the vehicle with the engine oil warning light turned on. Driving the vehicle with decreased engine oil pressure may cause engine damage.

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If the engine oil warning light turns on while driving, check the engine oil using the following procedure.

1. Stop the vehicle in a safe place.

2. Stop the engine.

3. Wait for 5 minutes for the engine oil to flow into the oil pan.

4. Check the amount of engine oil.

   Refer to Inspecting Engine Oil (Search).

   If it's low, add the appropriate amount of engine oil while being careful not to overfill.

5. 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.

The light turns on if the engine coolant temperature has increased excessively.

Check the contents of the message displayed and take the necessary action.

 

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Do not drive the vehicle with the high engine coolant temperature warning light turned on. Driving the vehicle with the engine not cooled down may cause engine damage.

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The warning light turns on if the electric power steering has a malfunction.

If the warning light turns on, stop the vehicle in a safe place and switch the vehicle power OFF.

There is no problem if the warning light turns off when the engine is restarted after some time has passed.

If the warning light turns on even after the engine is restarted, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

 

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• If the warning light turns on, the electric 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.

• 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 do not operate the steering wheel. The system will return to normal after a few minutes.

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The light turns on if the system has a problem.

Have your vehicle inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

 

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Do not disconnect the battery cables when the check engine warning light is turned on/flashing.

The engine may be damaged when reconnecting the battery cables, which could result in a fire.

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The light turns on if the engine has a problem while it is running.

Park the vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

If any of the following problems occur, the check engine warning light turns on.

• There is a problem with the engine control system

• There is a problem with the emission control system

• There is a problem with the transmission control system

• The fuel tank level being very low or approaching empty

• The fuel-filler cap is missing or not tightened securely

If the check engine warning light remains turned-on/flashing, do not drive at high speed and have the vehicle inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.

The light flashes if there is a malfunction in the system.

Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

 

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Do not drive the vehicle at high speeds if the TPMS warning light turns on or flashes.

Driving the vehicle at high speeds while the TPMS warning light is turned on or flashing is dangerous because the brake performance and the steering wheel operability will be reduced. If the vehicle is driven at high speeds or the brakes are suddenly applied, it could lead to an accident. Gradually apply the brakes to lower the vehicle's speed.

Do not ignore the TPMS warning light when it is turned on or flashing.

Continuing to drive the vehicle while ignoring the illumination/flashing of the TPMS warning light is dangerous because a tire may burst which could lead to an accident. Take appropriate measures as soon as possible.

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A problem in the system might be indicated under the following conditions.

Have your vehicle inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

• Does not turn on even if the vehicle power is switched ON.

• Remains turned-on/flashing.

 

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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.

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The light turns on if the system has a problem or if the key is out of the operation range.

Check the contents of the message displayed and take the necessary action.

 

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If the push button start indicator light (amber) flashes at the same time, the engine may not start. Have the vehicle inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.

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The light turns on if the system has a problem.

Have your vehicle inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

The light turns on if the exterior lights (not including the license plate lights) has a problem.

Have your vehicle inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

 

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Do not drive the vehicle while an exterior light has a malfunction. Poor visibility, and not being able to signal braking and turns may cause an accident. In addition, if the vehicle is driven with the lights not turned on, it may conflict with laws and regulations due to poor maintenance.

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The light turns on/flashes when the remaining fuel in the tank is near empty.

When the light flashes, a warning sound is activated.

Refuel immediately.

 

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The light illumination timing may vary because fuel inside the fuel tank moves around according to the driving conditions and the vehicle posture.

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(Except Mexico)

The warning light flashes for about 6 seconds if the driver or passenger's seat is occupied and the seat belt is not fastened with the vehicle power switched ON.

If the driver or passenger's seat belt is unfastened (only when the driver or 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.

In addition, when the warning light flashes, a warning sound is activated.

Wear the seat belt.

 

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• Placing heavy items on the driver or passenger's seat may cause the driver or passenger's seat belt warning function to operate depending on the weight of the item.

• To allow the sensor that detects an occupant to function properly, do not sit on the driver or passenger's seat with a cushion or other object on it. The sensor may not function properly because the additional seat cushion could cause sensor interference.

• If a small child is seated on the driver or passenger's seat, the warning light may not operate.

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(Mexico)

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

If the driver or driver or passenger's seat belt is unfastened (only when the driver or passenger's seat is occupied) and if the vehicle is driven at about 20 km/h (12 mph) or faster, the warning light flashes for a certain period.

After a short time, the warning light stops flashing, but remains illuminated.

In addition, when the warning light flashes, a warning sound is activated.

Wear the seat belt.

 

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• Placing heavy items on the driver or passenger's seat may cause the driver or passenger's seat belt warning function to operate depending on the weight of the item.

• To allow the sensor that detects an occupant to function properly, do not sit on the driver or passenger's seat with a cushion or other object on it. The sensor may not function properly because the additional seat cushion could cause sensor interference.

• If a small child is seated on the driver or passenger's seat, the warning light may not operate.

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The light turns on if the amount of washer fluid is low when the vehicle power is switched ON.

Add washer fluid.

The light turns on if any door/trunk lid is not closed securely.

In addition, the warning sound is activated if any door/trunk lid is not closed and the vehicle is driven.

Close the door/trunk lid securely.

The light flashes if the battery power of the key is low when the vehicle power is switched from ON to OFF.

Replace the key battery.