Warning/Indicator Lights
Warning/Indicator lights will appear in any of the highlighted areas
Signal | Warning/Indicator Lights |
Brake System Warning Light | |
Charging System Warning Light | |
Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light | |
Check Engine Light | |
ABS Warning Light | |
Air Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Light | |
Low Fuel Warning Light | |
Seat Belt Warning Light/BeepDoor-Ajar Warning Light | |
Door-Ajar Warning Light | |
Low Washer Fluid Level Warning Light | |
Automatic Transaxle Warning Light | |
AWD Warning Light | |
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light | |
KEY Warning Light (Red)/KEY Indicator Light (Green) | |
Security Indicator Light | |
Headlight High-Beam Indicator Light | |
Shift Position Indicator Light | |
TCS/DSC Indicator Light | |
TCS OFF Indicator Light | |
Cruise Main Indicator Light (Amber)/Cruise Set Indicator Light (Green) | |
Light-On Indicator Light | |
Turn Signal/Hazard Warning Indicator Lights |
Brake System Warning Light
This warning has the following functions:
Parking brake warning
The light comes on when the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in the START or ON position. It turns off when the parking brake is fully released.
Low brake fluid level warning
If the light stays on after the parking brake is fully released, you may have a brake problem.
Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way.
You may notice that the pedal is harder to push or that it may go closer to the floor.
In either case, it will take longer to stop the vehicle.
1. With the engine stopped, check the brake fluid level immediately and add fluid as required.
2. After adding fluid, check the light again.
If the warning light remains on, or if the brakes do not operate properly, do not drive the vehicle. Have it towed to an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Even if the light goes out have your brake system inspected as soon as possible by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
NOTE:
Having to add brake fluid is sometimes an
indicator of leakage. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer as soon as possible even if the
brake light is no longer illuminated.
WARNING:
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.
ABSWarning Light
The warning light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.
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.
NOTE:
When the engine is jump-started to charge the
battery, uneven rpm occurs and the ABS
warning light comes on. This is due to a weak
battery, not a malfunction.
Recharge the battery.
Electronic Brake Force Distribution SystemWarning
If the electronic brake force distribution control unit determines that some components are operating incorrectly, the control unit may turn the brake system warning light and the ABS warning light on at the same time. The problem is likely to be the electronic brake force distribution system.
WARNING:
Do not drive with both the ABS warning
light and brake warning light
illuminated. Have the vehicle towed to
an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have
the brakes inspected as soon as
possible:
Driving when the brake system
warning light and ABS warning light
are illuminated at the same time is
dangerous.
When both lights are illuminated, the rear wheels could lock more quickly in an emergency stop than under normal circumstances.
Charging SystemWarning Light
This warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and turns off when the engine is started.
If the warning light illuminates while driving, it indicates a malfunction of the alternator or of the charging system.
Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
CAUTION:
Don't continue driving when the
charging system warning light is
illuminated because the engine could
stop unexpectedly.
Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light
This warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and turns off when the engine is started.
This warning light indicates low engine oil pressure.
If the light illuminates while driving: 1. Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way on level ground.
2. Turn off the engine and wait 5 minutes for the oil to drain back into the oil pan.
3. Inspect the engine oil level.
If it's low, add oil.
4. Start the engine and check the warning light.
If the light remains illuminated even after you add oil, stop the engine immediately and have your vehicle towed to an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
CAUTION:
Don't run the engine if oil pressure is
low. It could result in extensive
engine damage.
Check Engine Light
This indicator light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and goes off when the engine is started.
If this light comes on while driving, the vehicle may have a problem. It is important to note the driving conditions when the light came on and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
The check engine light may come on in
the following cases:
- The fuel tank level being very low or
approaching empty.
- The engine's electrical system has a problem.
- The emission control system has a problem.
- The fuel-filler cap is missing or not tightened securely.
If the check engine light remains on or flashes continuously, do not drive at high speeds and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
Air Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Light
If the air bag/front seat belt pretensioner system is working properly, the warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position or after the engine is cranked. The warning light turns off after a specified period of time.
A system malfunction is indicated if the warning light constantly flashes, constantly illuminates or does not illuminate at all when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. If any of these occur, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. The system may not work in an accident.
WARNING:
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.
Low Fuel Warning Light
This warning light in the fuel gauge signals that the fuel tank will soon be empty.
Refuel as soon as possible.
Seat Belt Warning Light/Beep
The seat belt warning light illuminates and a beep sound will be heard if the driver's seat belt is not fastened when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.
Conditions of operation
Condition | Result |
The driver's seat belt is not fastened when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. | The warning light flashes and a beep sound will be heard for about 6 seconds. |
The driver's seat belt is fastened while the warning light and the beep sound are activated. | The warning light turns off and the beep sound stops. |
The driver's seat belt is fastened before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. | The warning light will not illuminate and the beep sound will not be heard. |
Belt minder
NOTE:
The belt minder can be deactivated. Consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer to deactivate and
restore the seat belt minder.
Driver seated/Front passenger not seated
The belt minder is a supplemental warning to the seat belt warning function.
If the driver's seat belt is not fastened when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, the warning light/beep operates to give you further reminders according to the chart below.
Once the beep sound is heard, it continues sounding even if the vehicle speed lowers to 20 km/h (12 mph) or less until the seatbelt is fastened or the beep sound period has passed.
Driver seated/Front passenger seated
The seat belt warning function reminds the front passenger to fasten the seat belt according to the chart below.
Placing heavy items on the front passenger seat may cause the front passenger seat belt warning function to operate depending on the weight of the item.
Once the beep sound is heard, it continues sounding even if the vehicle speed lowers to 20 km/h (12 mph) or less until the seatbelt is fastened or the beep sound period has passed.
NOTE:
- To allow the front passenger seat weight
sensor to function properly, do not place
and sit on an additional seat cushion on the
front passenger seat. The sensor may not
function properly because the additional
seat cushion could cause sensor
interference.
- When a small child sits on the front passenger seat, it is possible that neither the warning light nor the warning beep operate.
Door-Ajar Warning Light
This warning light illuminates when any door or liftgate is not securely closed.
Close the door or liftgate securely before driving the vehicle.
LowWasher Fluid Level Warning Light
This warning light indicates that little washer fluid remains. Add fluid.
Automatic Transaxle Warning Light
This warning light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.
The light illuminates when the transaxle has a problem.
CAUTION:
If the automatic transaxle warning
light illuminates, the transaxle has
an electrical problem. Continuing to
drive your Mazda in this condition
could cause damage to your
transaxle. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
AWDWarning Light (AWD)
This warning light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.
Thereafter, the warning light will
illuminate or flash under the following
conditions:
- Illuminates when there is an
abnormality with the AWD system.
- Flashes when the differential oil temperature is abnormally high.
- Flashes when there are continually large differences between front and rear wheel rotation, such as when trying to pull away from an icy surface, or when trying to extricate the vehicle from mud, sand or similar conditions.
If the AWD warning light illuminates:
If the AWD warning light illuminates, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
If the AWD warning light flashes:
Park the vehicle in a safe place. After a few moments; if the warning light stops flashing, you can resume driving. If the light does not stop flashing, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
WARNING:
Never spin a wheel that is off the
ground:
Spinning a wheel that is off the
ground as a result of the vehicle
being stuck or in a ditch is
dangerous. The drive assembly could
be seriously damaged which could
lead to an accident or could even
lead to overheating, oil leakage, and
a fire.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)Warning Light
This warning light illuminates for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.
Thereafter, the warning light illuminates and a beep is heard when tire pressure is too low in one or more tires, and flashes when there is a system malfunction.
WARNING:
If the tire pressure monitoring system
warning light illuminates or flashes, or
the tire pressure warning beep sound is
heard, decrease vehicle speed
immediately and avoid sudden
maneuvering and braking:
If the tire pressure monitoring system
warning light illuminates or flashes,
or the tire pressure warning beep
sound is heard, it is dangerous to
drive the vehicle at high speeds, or
perform sudden maneuvering or
braking. Vehicle drivability could
worsen and result in an accident.
To determine if you have a slow leak or a flat, pull over to a safe position where you can check the visual condition of the tire and determine if you have enough air to proceed to a place where air may be added and the system monitored again, an Authorized Mazda Dealer or a tire repair station.
Do not ignore the TPMS Warning Light: Ignoring the TPMS warning light is dangerous, even if you know why it is illuminated. Have the problem taken care of as soon as possible before it develops into a more serious situation that could lead to tire failure and a dangerous accident.
Warning light illuminates/Warning beep sounds
When the warning light illuminates, and the warning beep sound is heard (about 3 seconds), tire pressure is too low in one or more tires.
Adjust the tire pressure to the correct tire pressure. Refer to the specification charts.
CAUTION:
When replacing/repairing the tires or
wheels or both, have the work done
by an Authorized Mazda Dealer, or
the tire pressure sensors may be
damaged.
NOTE:
- Perform tire pressure adjustment when the
tires are cold. Tire pressure will vary
according to the tire temperature, therefore
let the vehicle stand for 1 hour or only drive
it 1.6 km (1 mile) or less before adjusting
the tire pressures. When pressure is
adjusted on hot tires to the cold inflation
pressure, the TPMS warning light/beep may
turn on after the tires cool and pressure
drops below specification.
Also, an illuminated TPMS warning light, resulting from the tire air pressure dropping due to cold ambient temperature, may go out if the ambient temperature rises. In this case, it will also be necessary to adjust the tire air pressures. If the TPMS warning light illuminates due to a drop in tire air pressure, make sure to check and adjust the tire air pressures.
- After adjusting the tire air pressures, it may require some time for the TPMS warning light to go out. If the TPMS warning light remains illuminated, drive the vehicle at a speed of at least 25 km/h (16 mph) for 10 minutes, and then verify that it goes out.
- Tires can loose a little air quite naturally over time and the TPMS cannot tell if the tires are getting too soft over time or you have a flat. However, when you find one low tire in a set of four - that is an indication of trouble; you should have someone drive the vehicle slowly forward so you can inspect any low tire for cuts and any metal sticking through tread or sidewall. Put a few drops of water in the valve stem to see if it bubbles indicating a bad valve. Leaks need to be addressed by more than simply refilling the trouble tire as leaks are dangerous - take it to an Authorized Mazda Dealer which has all the equipment to fix tires, TPMS systems and order the best replacement tire for your vehicle.
If the warning light illuminates again even after the tire pressures are adjusted, there may be a tire puncture. Replace the punctured tire with the temporary spare tire.
NOTE:
A tire pressure sensor is not installed to the
temporary spare tire. The warning light will
flash continuously while the temporary spare
tire is being used.
Warning light flashes
When the warning light flashes, there may be a system malfunction. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
KEY Warning Light (Red)/KEY Indicator Light (Green) (with Advanced Key)
This indicator has two colors.
KEY Warning Light (Red)
When illuminated
- When the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, it illuminates momentarily and then goes out.
- If any malfunction occurs in the advanced keyless system, it illuminates continuously.
WARNING:
Do not drive the vehicle with the KEY
warning light illuminated:
If the KEY warning light remains
illuminated, do not continue to drive
using the advanced key system. Park
the vehicle in a safe place and use
the auxiliary key to continue driving
the vehicle. Have the vehicle
inspected at an Authorized Mazda
Dealer as soon as possible.
When flashing
- Under the following conditions, the KEY warning light (red) flashes to inform the driver that the start knob will not rotate to the ACC position even if it is pushed in from the LOCK position.
- The advanced key battery is dead.
- The advanced key is not within operational range.
- The advanced key is placed in areas where it is difficult for the system to detect the signal.
- A key from another manufacturer similar to the advanced key is in the operational range.
- Under the following conditions, the KEY warning light (red) will flash continuously when the start knob has not been returned to the LOCK position to notify the driver that the advanced key has been removed from the vehicle. It will stop flashing when the advanced key is back inside the vehicle.
- The start knob has not been returned to the LOCK position, the driver's door is open, and the advanced key is removed from the vehicle.
- The start knob has not been returned to the LOCK position and all the doors are closed after removing the advanced key from the vehicle.
NOTE:
The flashing KEY warning light (red) and the
beep sound operate simultaneously.
KEY Indicator Light (Green)
When illuminated
When the start knob is pushed in from the LOCK position, the system confirms that the correct advanced key is inside the vehicle, the KEY indicator light (green) illuminates, and the start knob can be turned to the ACC position.
When flashing
When the advanced key battery power is low, the KEY indicator light flashes for 30 seconds after the start knob is turned from the ON position to the ACC or LOCK position. Replace with a new battery before the advanced key becomes unusable.
NOTE:
The advanced key can be set so that the KEY
indicator light (green) does not flash even if
the battery power is low.
Refer to Setting Change (Function Customization).
Security Indicator Light
This indicator light starts flashing every 2 seconds when the ignition switch is turned from the ON to the ACC position and the immobilizer system is armed.
The light stops flashing when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position with the correct ignition key.
At this time, the immobilizer system is disarmed and the light illuminates for about 3 seconds and then goes out.
If the engine doesn't start with the correct ignition key, and the security indicator light keeps illuminating or flashing, the system may have a malfunction. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Headlight High-Beam Indicator Light
This light indicates one of two things: - The high-beam headlights are on.
- The turn signal lever is in the flash-topass position.
Shift Position Indicator Light
This indicates the selected shift position when the ignition switch is in the ON position.
Gear position indicator
When the shift lever is in the D or M position, the numeral for the selected gear displays.
TCS/DSC Indicator Light
This indicator light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. If the TCS or DSC is operating, the indicator light flashes.
If the light stays on, the TCS, DSC or the brake assist system may have a malfunction and they may not operate correctly. Take your vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
TCS OFF Indicator Light
This indicator light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.
It also illuminates when the TCS OFF switch is pressed and TCS is switched off.
Refer to TCS OFF Switch.
If the light remains illuminated and the TCS is not switched off, take your vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. The dynamic stability control may have a malfunction.
NOTE:
If the battery is disconnected or a fuse is
replaced, the DSC will be inoperable. When
this happens, the TCS OFF indicator light
flashes and the TCS/DSC indicator light
illuminates.
To reactivate the DSC, perform the following procedure with the battery connected.
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
2. Turn the steering clockwise fully, then turn it counterclockwise fully.
3. Make sure the TCS OFF indicator turns off.
4. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position, then turn it to the ON position again.
5. Make sure the TCS/DSC indicator light turns off.
If the TCS/DSC indicator light and the TCS OFF indicator light remain illuminated even after turning the ignition switch to the ON position, attempt the procedure again. If this still does not work, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Cruise Main Indicator Light (Amber)/Cruise Set Indicator Light (Green)
The indicator light has two colors.
Cruise Main Indicator Light (Amber)
The indicator light illuminates amber when the ON/OFF switch is pressed and the cruise control system is activated.
Cruise Set Indicator Light (Green)
The indicator light illuminates green when a cruising speed has been set.
Light-On Indicator Light
This indicator light comes on when the exterior lights and dashboard illumination are on.
Turn-Signal/HazardWarning Indicator Lights
When operating the turn signal lights, the left or right turn signal indicator light flashes to indicate which turn signal light is operating.
When operating the hazard warning lights, both turn signal indicator lights flash.
NOTE:
If an indicator light remains illuminated (does
not flash) or if it flashes abnormally, one of the
turn signal bulbs may be burned out.
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