Mazda 3 Hatchback (2018 year). Manual - part 17

NOTE
When the ignition is switched OFF, the
system status before it was turned off is
maintained. For example, if the ignition is
switched OFF with the cruise control
system operable, the system will be
operable when the ignition is switched ON
the next time.

▼ To Set Speed

1. Activate the cruise control system by

pressing the ON switch. The cruise
main indication (white) is displayed.

2. Accelerate to the desired speed, which

must be more than 25 km/h (16 mph).

3. Set the cruise control by pressing the

SET  switch at the desired speed. The
cruise control is set at the moment the
SET  switch is pressed. Release the
accelerator pedal simultaneously. The
cruise set indication (white) is
displayed and the cruise set indicator
light (green) turns on.

NOTE



The cruise control speed setting cannot
be performed under the following
conditions:



(Automatic transaxle)
The selector lever is in the P or N
position.



(Manual transaxle)
The shift lever is in the neutral
position.



The parking brake is applied.



Release the SET  or RES/  switch at
the desired speed, otherwise the speed
will continue increasing while the RES/

 switch is pressed and held, and

continue decreasing while the SET
switch is pressed and held (except when
the accelerator pedal is depressed).



On a steep grade, the vehicle may
momentarily slow down while
ascending, or speed up while
descending.



The cruise control will cancel if the
vehicle speed decreases below 21 km/h
(13 mph) when climbing a steep grade.



The cruise control may cancel at about
15 km/h (9 mph) below the preset speed
such as when climbing a long, steep
grade.

▼ To Increase Cruising Speed

Follow either of these procedures.

To increase speed using cruise control
switch

Press the RES/  switch and hold it. Your
vehicle will accelerate. Release the switch
at the desired speed.
 
Press the RES/  switch and release it
immediately to adjust the preset speed.
Multiple operations will increase the
preset speed according to the number of
times it is operated.

Increasing speed with a single RES/
switch operation

Instrument cluster display for vehicle
speed indicated in km/h: 1 km/h (0.6 mph)
Instrument cluster display for vehicle
speed indicated in mph: 1 mph (1.6 km/h)

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To increase speed using accelerator
pedal

Depress the accelerator pedal to accelerate
to the desired speed. Press the SET
switch and release it immediately.

NOTE
Accelerate if you want to speed up
temporarily when the cruise control is on.
Greater speed will not interfere with or
change the set speed. Take your foot off
the accelerator to return to the set speed.

▼ To Decrease Cruising Speed

Press the SET  switch and hold it. The
vehicle will gradually slow.
Release the switch at the desired speed.
 
Press the SET  switch and release it
immediately to adjust the preset speed.
Multiple operations will decrease the
preset speed according to the number of
times it is operated.

Decreasing speed with a single SET
switch operation

Instrument cluster display for vehicle
speed indicated in km/h: 1 km/h (0.6 mph)
Instrument cluster display for vehicle
speed indicated in mph: 1 mph (1.6 km/h)

▼ To Resume Cruising Speed at More

Than 25 km/h (16 mph)

If the cruise control system temporarily
canceled (such as applying the brake
pedal) and the system is still activated, the
most recent set speed will automatically
resume when the RES/  switch is pressed.
If vehicle speed is below 25 km/h (16
mph), increase the vehicle speed up to 25
km/h (16 mph) or more and press the RES/

 switch.

▼ To Temporarily Cancel

To temporarily cancel the system, use one
of these methods:



Slightly depress the brake pedal.



(Manual transaxle)
Depress the clutch pedal.



Press the OFF/CAN switch.

If the RES/  switch is pressed when the
vehicle speed is 25 km/h (16 mph) or
higher, the system reverts to the previously
set speed.

NOTE



If any of the following conditions occur,
the cruise control system is temporarily
canceled.



The parking brake is applied.



(Automatic transaxle)
The selector lever is in the P or N
position.



(Manual transaxle)
The shift lever is in the neutral
position.



When the cruise control system is
temporarily canceled by even one of the
applicable cancel conditions, the speed
cannot be re-set.

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

(Automatic transaxle)
The cruise control cannot be cancelled
while driving in manual mode (selector
lever shifted from D to M position).
Therefore, engine braking will not be
applied even if the transaxle is shifted
down to a lower gear. If deceleration is
required, lower the set speed or depress
the brake pedal.

▼ To Deactivate

When a cruising speed has been set
(cruise set indication (white) is
displayed/cruise set indicator light
(green) turns on)

Long-press the OFF/CAN switch or press
the OFF/CAN switch 2 times.

When a cruising speed has not been set
(cruise main indication (white) is
displayed)

Press the OFF/CAN switch.

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Tire Pressure Monitoring System

*

The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) monitors the air pressure of all four tires. If
the air pressure of one or more tires is too low, the system warns the driver by indicating the
tire pressure monitoring system warning light in the instrument cluster and operating a beep
sound. The system monitors the tire pressures indirectly using the data sent from the ABS
wheel speed sensors.
To allow the system to operate correctly, the system needs to be initialized with the specified
tire pressure (value on the tire pressure label). Follow the procedure and perform the
initialization.
Refer to Tire Pressure Monitoring System Initialization on page 4-148.
The warning light flashes when the system has a malfunction.
Refer to Warning Lights on page 4-24.
 

ABS wheel speed sensor

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CAUTION

Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and

inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle
placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the
size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine
the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring
system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is
significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you
should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper
pressure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can
lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may
affect the vehicle's handling and stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the
driver's responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not
reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when
the system is not operating properly.
The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the
system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then
remain continuously illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle
start-ups as long as the malfunction exists. When the malfunction indicator is illuminated,
the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS
malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of replacement
or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly.
Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on
your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to
continue to function properly.

To avoid false readings, the system samples for a little while before indicating a problem. As

a result it will not instantaneously register a rapid tire deflation or blow out.

NOTE
Because this system detects slight changes in tire conditions, the timing of the warning may
be faster or slower in the following cases:



The size, manufacturer, or the type of tires is different from the specification.



The size, manufacturer, or the type of a tire is different from the others, or the level of tire
wear is excessively different between them.



A run-flat tire, studless tire, snow tire, or tire chains are used.

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

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



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



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.



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.



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.



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



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



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.



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.

b

a

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.

A

A

C

B

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.

When Driving

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