Mazda CX-3: Driving Tips / Driving In Flooded Area

Mazda CX-3 (2015-2025) Owner's Manual / Before Driving / Driving Tips / Driving In Flooded Area

WARNING

Dry off brakes that have become wet by driving slowly, releasing the accelerator pedal and lightly applying the brakes several times until the brake performance returns to normal: Driving with wet brakes is dangerous. Increased stopping distance or the vehicle pulling to one side when braking could result in a serious accident. Light braking will indicate whether the brakes have been affected.

CAUTION

Do not drive the vehicle on flooded roads as it could cause short circuiting of electrical/electronic parts, or engine damage or stalling from water absorption. If the vehicle has been immersed in water, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

Tire Chains

Check local regulations before using tire chains. CAUTION Chains may affect handling. Do not go faster than 50 km/h (30 mph) or the chain manufacturer's recommended limit, whichever is lower...

Overloading

WARNING Be careful not to overload your vehicle: The gross axle weight rating (GAWR) and the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of the vehicle are on the Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Label on the driver's door frame...

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Mazda CX-3 (2015-2025) Owner's Manual: Indicators

Manual shift mode indication In manual shift mode, the “M” of the shift position indication in the instrument panel illuminates. Gear position indication The numeral for the selected gear illuminates. Type A Type B Type C NOTE If the gears cannot be shifted down when driving at higher speeds, the gear position indication will flash twice to signal that the gears cannot be shifted down (to protect the transaxle)...

Mazda CX-3 (2015-2025) Owner's Manual: Playback

Select the icon on the home screen to display the Entertainment screen. Select or to switch the USB mode. The following icons are displayed in the lower part of the center display. NOTE If a file name in the USB memory is too long, it could cause operation problems such as not being able to playback the song...