Mazda 3 (2018 year). Instruction

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An emergency tire is used (The tire pressure monitoring system warning light may flash
and then continue illuminating).

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A tire is repaired using the emergency flat tire repair kit.

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The tire pressure is excessively higher than the specified pressure, or the tire pressure is
suddenly lowered for some reason such as a tire burst during driving.

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The vehicle speed is lower than about 15 km/h (9.3 mph) (including when the vehicle is
stopped), or the drive period is shorter than 5 minutes.

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The vehicle is driven on an extremely rough road or a slippery, icy road.



Hard steering and rapid acceleration/deceleration are repeated such as during aggressive
driving on a winding road.

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Load on the vehicle is applied to a tire such as by loading heavy luggage to one side of
the vehicle.

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System initialization has not been implemented with the specified tire pressure.

▼ Tire Pressure Monitoring System

Initialization

In the following cases, system
initialization must be performed so that the
system operates normally.



A tire pressure is adjusted.



Tire rotation is performed.



A tire or wheel is replaced.



The battery is replaced or completely
drained.



The tire pressure monitoring system
warning light is illuminated.

Initialization method
1. Park the car in a safe place and firmly

apply the parking brake.

2. Let the tires cool, then adjust the tire

pressure of all four (4) tires to the
specified pressure indicated on the tire
pressure label located on the driver's
door frame (door open).
Refer to Tires on page 9-10.

3. Switch the ignition ON.

4. Press and hold the tire pressure

monitoring system set switch and
verify that the tire pressure monitoring
system warning light in the instrument
cluster flashes twice and a beep sound
is heard once.

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CAUTION

If the system initialization is performed
without adjusting the tire pressure, the
system cannot detect the normal tire
pressure and it may not illuminate the tire
pressure monitoring system warning light
even if a tire pressure is low, or it may
illuminate the light even if the pressures are
normal.
Adjust the tire pressure on all four tires and
initialize the system when the warning
light is turned on. If the warning light turns
on for a reason other than a flat tire, the
tire pressure of all four tires may have
decreased naturally.
The system initialization will not be
performed if the switch is pressed while the
vehicle is being driven.

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Rear View Monitor

The rear view monitor provides visual images of the rear of the vehicle when reversing.

WARNING

Always drive carefully confirming the safety of the rear and the surrounding conditions by
looking directly with your eyes:
Reversing the vehicle by only looking at the screen is dangerous as it may cause an accident
or a collision with an object. The rear view monitor is only a visual assist device when
reversing the vehicle. The images on the screen may be different from the actual conditions.

CAUTION

Do not use the rear view monitor under the following conditions: Using the rear view

monitor under the following conditions is dangerous and could result in injury or vehicle
damage or both.

Icy or snow-covered roads.
Tire chains or a temporary spare tire is installed.
The liftgate/trunk lid is not fully closed.
The vehicle is on a road incline.

When the display is cold, images may course across the monitor or the screen and may be

dimmer than usual, which could cause difficulty in confirming the surrounding conditions
of the vehicle. Always drive carefully confirming the safety of the rear and the surrounding
conditions by looking directly with your eyes.

Do not apply excessive force to the camera. The camera position and angle may deviate.
Do not disassemble, modify, or remove it as it may no longer be waterproof.
The camera cover is made of plastic. Do not apply degreasing agents, organic solvents,

wax, or glass coating agents to the camera cover. If any are spilled on the cover, wipe off
with a soft cloth immediately.

Do not rub the camera cover forcefully with an abrasive or hard brush. The camera cover or

lens may be scratched which might affect the images.

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NOTE

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If water, snow, or mud is stuck on the camera lens, wipe it off using a soft cloth. If it
cannot be wiped off, use a mild detergent.



If the camera temperature changes rapidly (Hot to cold, cold to hot), the rear view
monitor may not operate correctly.



When replacing the tires, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Replacing the tires could
result in deviation of the guide lines which appear on the display.



If the vehicle's front, side, or rear has been involved in a collision, the alignment of the
rear view parking camera (location, installation angle) may have deviated. Always
consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the vehicle inspected.



If “No Video Signal Available” is indicated in the display, there could be a problem with
the camera. Have your vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

▼ Rear View Parking Camera Location

Rear View Parking Camera

Sedan

Hatchback

▼ Switching to the Rear View Monitor Display

Shift the shift lever/selector lever to R with the ignition switched ON to switch the display
to the rear view monitor display.

NOTE
When the shift lever/selector lever is shifted from R to another shift lever/selector lever
position, the screen returns to the previous display.

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▼ Displayable Range on the Screen

The images on the screen may be different from the actual conditions.

(Screen display)

Trunk lid (sedan)/
garnish (hatchback)

Obstruction detection
indication in parking
sensor system.

Bumper

Object

Some models

(Actual view)

NOTE



The displayable range varies depending on the vehicle and road conditions.



The displayable range is limited. Objects under the bumper or around the bumper ends
cannot be displayed.



The distance appearing in the displayed image is different from the actual distance
because the rear view parking camera is equipped with a specific lens.



Some optionally installed vehicle accessories may be picked up by the camera. Do not
install any optional parts that can interfere with the camera view, such as illuminating
parts or parts made of reflective material.



It may be difficult to see the display under the following conditions, however, it does not
indicate a malfunction.



In darkened areas.



When the temperature around the lens is high/low.



When the camera is wet such as on a rainy day or during periods of high humidity.



When foreign material such as mud is stuck around the camera.

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When the camera lens reflects sunlight or headlight beams.



Image display may be delayed if the temperature around the camera is low.

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▼ Viewing the Display

Guide lines which indicate the width of the vehicle (yellow) are displayed on the screen as a
reference to the approximate width of the vehicle in comparison to the width of the parking
space you are about to back into.
Use this display view for parking your vehicle in a parking space or garage.

a) Vehicle width guide lines (yellow)

These guide lines serve as a reference to the approximate width of the vehicle.

b) Distance guide lines.

These guide lines indicate the approximate distance to a point measured from the
vehicle's rear (from the end of the bumper).



The red and yellow lines indicate the points about 50 cm (19 in) for the red line and
100 cm (39.3 in) for the yellow lines from the rear bumper (at the center point of each
of the lines).

CAUTION

The guide lines on the screen are fixed lines. They are not synced to the driver's turning of the
steering wheel. Always be careful and check the area to the vehicle's rear and the surrounding
area directly with your eyes while backing up.

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▼ Rear View Monitor Operation

The operation of the rear view monitor when reversing the vehicle varies depending on the
traffic, road, and vehicle conditions. The amount of steering and the timing also varies
depending on conditions, so confirm the surrounding conditions directly with your eyes and
steer the vehicle in accordance with the conditions.
Be well aware of the above cautions prior to using the rear view monitor.

NOTE
Images displayed on the monitor from the rear view parking camera are reversed images
(mirror images).

1. Shift the shift lever/selector lever to R to switch the display to the rear view monitor

display.

2. Confirming the surrounding conditions, reverse the vehicle.

(Display condition)

(Vehicle condition)

3. After your vehicle begins entering the parking space, continue backing up slowly so that

the distance between the vehicle width lines and the sides of the parking space on the
left and right are roughly equal.

4. Continue to adjust the steering wheel until the vehicle width guide lines are parallel to

the left and right sides of the parking space.

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5. Once they are parallel, straighten the wheels and back your vehicle slowly into the

parking space. Continue checking the vehicle's surroundings and then stop the vehicle in
the best possible position.

(Display condition)

(Vehicle condition)

6. When the shift lever/selector lever is shifted from R to another shift lever/selector lever

position, the screen returns to the previous display.

NOTE



If the parking space has division lines, straighten the wheels when the vehicle width
guide lines are parallel to them.



Because there may be a difference between the displayed image, such as indicated
below, and the actual conditions when parking, always verify the safety at the rear of
the vehicle and the surrounding area directly with your eyes.



In the image of the parking space (or garage) displayed on the screen, the back end
and distance guide lines may appear aligned in the monitor, but they may not
actually be aligned on the ground.

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When parking in a space with a division line on only one side of the parking space,
the division line and the vehicle width guide line appear aligned in the monitor, but
they may not actually be aligned on the ground.

▼ Variance Between Actual Road Conditions and Displayed Image

Some variance occurs between the actual road and the displayed road. Such variance in
distance perspective could lead to an accident. Note the following conditions that may cause
a variance in distance perspective.

When the vehicle is tilted due to the weight of passengers and load

When the vehicle rear is lowered, the object displayed on the screen appears farther than the
actual distance.

Variance

Object

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When there is a steep grade behind the vehicle

When there is a steep upgrade (downgrade) behind the vehicle, the object displayed on the
screen appears farther (downgrade: closer) than the actual distance.

Appears
farther than
actual
distance

Appears
closer than
actual
distance

Object at actual
position

Object at actual position

Object on screen

A: Distance between the vehicle and object displayed on the screen.
B: Actual distance between the vehicle and object.

Object on screen

Three-dimensional object on vehicle rear

Because the distance guide lines are displayed based on a flat surface, the distance to the
three-dimensional object displayed on the screen is different from the actual distance.

C B

(Actual distance) B>C=A

Sensed distance on screen A>B>C

(Screen display)

(Actual condition)

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▼ Picture Quality Adjustment

WARNING

Always adjust the picture quality of the rear view monitor while the vehicle is stopped:
Do not adjust the picture quality of the rear view monitor while driving the vehicle. Adjusting
the picture quality of the rear view monitor such as brightness, contrast, color, and tint while
driving the vehicle is dangerous as it could distract your attention from the vehicle operation
which could lead to an accident.

Picture quality adjustment must be done while the shift lever/selector lever is in reverse (R).
There are four settings which can be adjusted including, brightness, contrast, tint, and color.
When adjusting, pay sufficient attention to the vehicle surroundings.
1. Select the icon on the screen to display the tabs.
2. Select the desired tab item.
3. Adjust the brightness, contrast, tint, and color using the slider.

If you need to reset, press the reset button.

4. Select the icon on the screen to close the tab.

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Interior Features

Use of various features for ride comfort, including air-conditioning and
audio system.

Climate Control System....................5-2

Operating Tips.............................. 5-2
Vent Operation..............................5-3
Manual Climate Control............... 5-5
Automatic Climate Control.......... 5-9
Dual-Zone Automatic Climate
Control........................................5-12

Audio System................................... 5-16

Antenna.......................................5-16
Operating Tips for Audio
System........................................ 5-17
Audio set [Type A (non-
touchscreen)].............................. 5-26
Audio set [Type B
(touchscreen)]............................. 5-32
Audio Control Switch Operation

.....

.................................................... 5-53
AUX/USB mode.........................5-54

Bluetooth®....................................... 5-69

Bluetooth

®*

................................ 5-69

Bluetooth

Hands-Free (Type

.............................................. 5-94

Bluetooth

Hands-Free (Type

............................................ 5-101

Bluetooth

Audio (Type A)

.... 5-111

Bluetooth

Audio (Type B)

.... 5-114

Troubleshooting

...................... 5-125

Interior Equipment....................... 5-129

Sunvisors.................................. 5-129
Interior Lights...........................5-130
Accessory Sockets....................5-132
Cup Holder............................... 5-134
Bottle Holder............................5-135
Storage Compartments............. 5-136

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Operating Tips



Operate the climate control system with
the engine running.



To prevent the battery from being
discharged, do not leave the fan control
dial/switch on for a long period of time
with the ignition switched ON when the
engine is not running.



Clear all obstructions such as leaves,
snow and ice from the hood and the air
inlet in the cowl grille to improve the
system efficiency.



Use the climate control system to defog
the windows and dehumidify the air.



The recirculate mode should be used
when driving through tunnels or while
in a traffic jam, or when you would like
to shut off outside air for quick cooling
of the interior.



Use the outside air position for
ventilation or windshield defrosting.



If the vehicle has been parked in direct
sunlight during hot weather, open the
windows to let warm air escape, then
run the climate control system.

(With A/C switch)



Run the air conditioner about 10
minutes at least once a month to keep
internal parts lubricated.



Have the air conditioner checked before
the weather gets hot. Lack of refrigerant
may make the air conditioner less
efficient.
The refrigerant specifications are
indicated on a label attached to the
inside of the engine compartment. If the
wrong type of refrigerant is used, it
could result in a serious malfunction of
the air conditioner. Consult a
professional, government certified
repairer for the inspection or repair
because a special device is required for
the air conditioner maintenance.
For details, consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.

Label

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Climate Control System

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Vent Operation

▼ Adjusting the Vents

Directing airflow

To adjust the direction of airflow, move
the adjustment knob.

NOTE



When using the air conditioner under
humid ambient temperature conditions,
the system may blow fog from the vents.
This is not a sign of trouble but a result
of humid air being suddenly cooled.



The air vents can be fully opened and
closed by operating the dial. (Side vents
only)

Side Vents

Open

Knob

Dial

Open

Center Vents

Knob

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▼ Selecting the Airflow Mode

Dashboard Vents

Dashboard and Floor Vents

Floor Vents

Defroster and Floor Vents

Defroster Vents

NOTE
The location airflow exits the air vents and the airflow amount may change depending on
the open or close status of the air vents.

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Manual Climate Control

Rear window defogger switch

Temperature control dial

Fan control dial

Mode selector dial

A/C switch

Air intake selector

(recirculated air
position)

Air intake selector

(outside air position)

With A/C switch

▼ Control Switches

Temperature control dial

This dial controls temperature. Turn it
clockwise for hot and counterclockwise
for cold.

NOTE
When the mode is set to or with the
fan control dial in a position other than 0
and the temperature control dial in the
maximum cold position, the air intake
selector switches to the recirculated air
position and the A/C turns on
automatically.
If A/C is not desired, press the A/C switch
to turn it off.

Fan control dial

This dial allows variable fan speeds.
The fan has seven speeds.

Mode selector dial

Turn the mode selector dial to select
airflow mode (page 5-4).

NOTE



The mode selector dial can be set at the
intermediate positions ( ) between each
mode. Set the dial to an intermediate
position if you want to split the airflow
between the two modes.



For example, when the mode selector
dial is at the   position between the
and   positions, airflow from the floor
vent is less than that of the   position.

A/C switch

Press the A/C switch to turn the air
conditioner on. The indicator light on the
switch will illuminate when the fan control
dial is in any position except OFF.

Press the switch once again to turn the air
conditioner off.

NOTE
The air conditioner may not function when
the outside temperature approaches 0 °C
(32 °F).

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Climate Control System

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