2014 Mazda3 4 Door Owners Manual - Mazda USA Official Site

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A Word to Mazda OwnersThank you for choosing a Mazda. We at Mazda design and build vehicles with completecustomer satisfaction in mind.To help ensure enjoyable and trouble-free operation of your Mazda, read this manualcarefully and follow its recommendations.An Authorized Mazda Dealer knows your vehicle best. So when maintenance or service isnecessary, that's the place to go.Our nationwide network of Mazda professionals is dedicated to providing you with the bestpossible service.We assure you that all of us at Mazda have an ongoing interest in your motoring pleasureand in your full satisfaction with your Mazda product.Mazda Motor CorporationHIROSHIMA, JAPANImportant Notes About This ManualKeep this manual in the glove box as a handy reference for the safe and enjoyable use of your Mazda. Should youresell the vehicle, leave this manual with it for the next owner.All specifications and descriptions are accurate at the time of printing. Because improvement is a constant goal atMazda, we reserve the right to make changes in specifications at any time without notice and without obligation.Air Conditioning and the EnvironmentYour Mazda's genuine air conditioner is filled with HFC134a (R134a), a refrigerant that has been found not todamage the earth's ozone layer. If the air conditioner does not operate properly, consult an Authorized MazdaDealer.PerchlorateCertain components of this vehicle such as [air bag modules, seat belt pretensioners, lithium batteries, ] maycontain Perchlorate Material-- Special handling may apply for service or vehicle end of life disposal. se be aware that this manual applies to all models, equipment and options. As a result, you may findsome explanations for equipment not installed on your vehicle. 2013 Mazda Motor CorporationPrinted in Japan Sep. 2013 (Print1)/C\FC A &( '# *A'FKVKQP KPFD

How to Use This ManualWe want to help you get the most drivingpleasure from your vehicle. Your owner'smanual, when read from cover to cover,can do that in many ways.Illustrations complement the words ofthe manual to best explain how to enjoyyour Mazda. By reading your manual, youcan find out about the features, importantsafety information, and driving undervarious road conditions.NOTEA NOTE provides information andsometimes suggests how to make betteruse of your vehicle.The symbol below, located on some partsof the vehicle, indicates that this manualcontains information related to the part.Please refer to the manual for a detailedexplanation.The symbol below in this manual means"Do not do this" or "Do not let thishappen".Index: A good place to start is the Index,an alphabetical listing of all information inyour manual.You'll find several WARNINGs,CAUTIONs, and NOTEs in the manual.WARNINGA WARNING indicates a situation inwhich serious injury or death couldresult if the warning is ignored.CAUTIONA CAUTION indicates a situation inwhich bodily injury or damage to yourvehicle, or both, could result if thecaution is ignored./C\FC A &( '# *A'FKVKQP KPFD

Table of ContentsPictorial Index1Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda.Essential Safety Equipment2Important information about safety equipment, including seats, seat beltsystem, child-restraint systems and SRS air bags.Before Driving3Use of various features, including keys, doors, mirrors and windows.When Driving4Information concerning safe driving and stopping.Interior FeaturesUse of various features for ride comfort, including air-conditioning and audiosystem.Maintenance and Care6How to keep your Mazda in top condition.If Trouble Arises7Helpful information on what to do if a problem arises with the vehicle.Customer Information and Reporting Safety DefectsImportant consumer information including warranties and add-on equipment.SpecificationsTechnical information about your Mazda.Index/C\FC A &( '# *A'FKVKQP KPFD 58910

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1Pictorial IndexInterior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda.Interior Overview. 1-2Interior Equipment (View A) . 1-2Interior Equipment (View B) . 1-3Interior Equipment (View C) . 1-4Exterior Overview . 1-5(4-Door) . 1-5(5-Door) . 1-61–1/C\FC A &( '# *A'FKVKQP KPFD

Pictorial IndexInterior OverviewInterior Equipment (View A)Door-lock knob . page 3-19DSC OFF switch . page 4-82Tire pressure monitoring system set switch . page 4-107Turn and lane-change signal . page 4-51Lighting control. page 4-41Instrument cluster. page 4-12Active driving display . page 4-19Dashboard illumination knob . page 4-16Wiper and washer lever . page 4-52Push button start . page 4-4LDWS switch . page 4-122AFS OFF switch. page 4-46BSM OFF switch . page 4-114Outside mirror switch. page 3-33Door-lock switch . page 3-16Power window lock switch . page 3-38Power window switches . page 3-361–2The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle/C\FC A &( '# *A'FKVKQP KPFD

Pictorial IndexInterior OverviewInterior Equipment (View B)Audio control switches. page 5-58SRS air bags . page 2-40Cruise control switches .page 4-100, 4-95Steering shift switches . page 4-33Climate control system. page 5-2Audio system. page 5-16Navigation system (if equipped) . Refer to the separate manualSeat warmer switches . page 2-7Rear window defroster switch. page 4-56CD player . page 5-54Manual transaxle shift lever . page 4-27Automatic transaxle selector lever . page 4-30Drive selection switch . page 4-89Lock release lever . page 3-32Hood release handle . page 6-24Remote fuel-filler lid release . page 3-30Trunk release button . page 3-22The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle/C\FC A &( '# *A'FKVKQP KPFD 1–3

Pictorial IndexInterior OverviewInterior Equipment (View C)Seat belts . page 2-12SRS air bag. page 2-40Bottle holder. page 5-138Vanity mirror . page 5-133Moonroof switch . page 3-39Overhead lights . page 5-134Rearview mirror . page 3-34Sunvisor . page 5-133Glove compartment . page 5-139Hazard warning flasher switch . page 4-58Parking brake . page 4-69Commander switch . page 5-38Cup holders . page 5-137Front seat . page 2-5Center console . page 5-140Rear seat . page 2-81–4The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle/C\FC A &( '# *A'FKVKQP KPFD

Pictorial IndexExterior Overview(4-Door)Hood . page 6-24Windshield wiper blades . page 6-33Moonroof . page 3-39Doors and keys . page 3-12Fuel-filler lid . page 3-30Wheels and Tires . page 6-41Exterior lights. page 6-45Trunk lid . page 3-22Antenna . page 5-16Child safety locks . page 3-20Outside mirror . page 3-33The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle/C\FC A &( '# *A'FKVKQP KPFD 1–5

Pictorial IndexExterior Overview(5-Door)Hood . page 6-24Windshield wiper blades . page 6-33Moonroof . page 3-39Doors and keys . page 3-12Fuel-filler lid . page 3-30Wheels and Tires . page 6-41Exterior lights. page 6-45Rear window wiper blade . page 6-35Liftgate . page 3-22Antenna . page 5-16Child safety locks . page 3-20Outside mirror . page 3-331–6The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle/C\FC A &( '# *A'FKVKQP KPFD

2Essential Safety EquipmentUse of safety equipment, including seats, seat belt system, childrestraint systems and SRS air bags.Seats. 2-2Seat Precautions . 2-2Front Seat . 2-5Rear Seat . 2-8Head Restraints . 2-10Seat Belt Systems. 2-12Seat Belt Precautions . 2-123-Point Type Seat Belt . 2-15Seat Belt Warning Systems . 2-16Front Seat Belt Pretensioner and Load Limiting Systems . 2-16Center-Rear Position 2-Point Type Seat Belt*. 2-18Seat Belt Extender. 2-20Child-Restraint. 2-22Child-Restraint Precautions . 2-22Child-Restraint System Installation . 2-27Installing Child-Restraint Systems . 2-28SRS Air Bags . 2-40Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Precautions . 2-40Supplemental Restraint System Components . 2-47How the SRS Air Bags Work . 2-49SRS Air Bag Deployment Criteria . 2-53Limitations to SRS Air Bag . 2-54Front Passenger Occupant Classification System* . 2-56Constant Monitoring . 2-61*/C\FC A &( '# *A'FKVKQP KPFD Some models.2–1

Essential Safety EquipmentSeatsSeat PrecautionsWARNINGMake sure the adjustable components of a seat are locked in place:Adjustable seats and seatbacks that are not securely locked are dangerous. In asudden stop or collision, the seat or seatback could move, causing injury. Make sure theadjustable components of the seat are locked in place by attempting to slide the seatforward and backward and rocking the seatback.Never allow children to adjust a seat:Allowing children to adjust a seat is dangerous as it could result in serious injury if achild's hands or feet become caught in the seat.Do not drive with the seatback unlocked:All of the seatbacks play an important role in your protection in a vehicle. Leaving theseatback unlocked is dangerous as it can allow passengers to be ejected or thrownaround and baggage to strike occupants in a sudden stop or collision, resulting in severeinjury. After adjusting the seatback at any time, even when there are no other passengers,rock the seatback to make sure it is locked in place.Adjust the driver's seat only when the vehicle is stopped:Adjusting the driver's seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The driver could losecontrol of the vehicle and have an accident.Do not modify or replace the front seats:Modifying or replacing the front seats such as replacing the upholstery or looseningany bolts is dangerous. The front seats contain air bag components essential to thesupplemental restraint system. Such modifications could damage the supplementalrestraint system and result in serious injury. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer if thereis any need to remove or reinstall the front seats.Do not drive with damaged front seats:Driving with damaged front seats is dangerous. A collision, even one not strong enoughto inflate the air bags, could damage the front seats which contain essential air bagcomponents. If there was a subsequent collision, an air bag may not deploy which couldlead to injuries. Always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer inspect the front seats, frontseat belt pretensioners and air bags after a collision.Do not drive with either front seats reclined:Sitting in a reclined position while the vehicle is moving is dangerous because you do notget the full protection from seat belts. During sudden braking or a collision, you can slideunder the lap belt and suffer serious internal injuries. For maximum protection, sit wellback and upright.2–2/C\FC A &( '# *A'FKVKQP KPFD

Essential Safety EquipmentSeatsDo not place an object such as a cushion between the seatback and your back:Putting an object such as a cushion be

A Word to Mazda Owners Thank you for choosing a Mazda. We at Mazda design and build vehicles with complete customer satisfaction in mind. To help ensure enjoyable and trouble-free operation of your Mazda, read this manual carefully and follow its recommendations. An Authorized Mazda Dealer knows your vehicle best. So when maintenance or service is