Mazda CX-9 (2019 year). Instruction

NOTE
The communication range may shorten
depending on obstructions.

Programming two-way communication

Within five seconds after programming a
new HomeLink button, both of the garage
door status indicator lights will flash
rapidly in green indicating that the garage
door two-way communication has been
established. If the garage door status
indicator lights flash, the two-way
communication programming is complete.

If the garage door status indicator lights do
not flash, the two-way communication
programming is not completed. For
additional HomeLink information and
programming videos, refer to the
following Websites:



www.HomeLink.com



www.youtube.com/HomeLinkGentex

Operating the garage door two-way
communication

By pressing HomeLink buttons 1 and 2 at
the same time for two seconds, the status
of the garage door is indicated for about 3
seconds as follows:

HomeLink button 1

HomeLink button 2

Garage door

status

Indicator light

Closing

Amber flashes

Opening

Amber flashes

Closed

Green turns on

Opened

Green turns on

NOTE
The programming will not be erased even
if the battery is disconnected.

When Driving

Switches and Controls

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Brake System

▼ Foot Brake

This vehicle has power-assisted brakes
that adjust automatically through normal
use.

Should power-assist fail, you can stop by
applying greater force than normal to the
brake pedal. But the distance required to
stop will be greater than usual.

WARNING

Do not coast with the engine stalled or
turned off, find a safe place to stop:
Coasting with the engine stalled or turned
off is dangerous. Braking will require more
effort, and the brake's power-assist could
be depleted if you pump the brake. This will
cause longer stopping distances or even an
accident.

Shift to a lower gear when going down
steep hills:
Driving with your foot continuously on the
brake pedal or steadily applying the brakes
for long distances is dangerous. This causes
overheated brakes, resulting in longer
stopping distances or even total brake
failure. This could cause loss of vehicle
control and a serious accident. Avoid
continuous application of the brakes.

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 with your foot held on the

brake pedal. Doing so could result in the
following:

The brake parts will wear out more

quickly.

The brakes can overheat and adversely

affect brake performance.

Always depress the brake pedal with the

right foot. Applying the brakes with the
unaccustomed left foot could slow your
reaction time to an emergency situation
resulting in insufficient braking
operation.

Wear shoes appropriate for driving in

order to avoid your shoe contacting the
brake pedal when depressing the
accelerator pedal.

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Brake

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▼ Electric Parking Brake (EPB)

The EPB equipment applies the parking
brake using an electric motor. When the
parking brake is applied, the EPB switch
indicator light turns on.

Indicator light

WARNING

Do not drive the vehicle with the parking
brake applied:
If the vehicle is driven with the parking
brake applied, the brake parts may
generate heat and the brake system may
not operate, leading to an accident.
Before driving, release the parking brake
and verify that the brake system warning
light is turned off.

NOTE



The parking brake cannot be applied or
released while the vehicle battery is
dead.



If the EPB is repeatedly applied and
released it may stop operating to
prevent overheating of the motor. If this
occurs, wait approx. 1 minute before
operating the EPB switch again.



An operation sound occurs when
applying or releasing the parking brake,
however, this does not indicate a
malfunction.



If the EPB is not used for long periods,
an automatic inspection of the system is
performed while the vehicle is parked.
An operation sound can be heard,
however, this does not indicate a
problem.



When the parking brake is applied and
the ignition is switched OFF, an
operation sound can be heard, however,
this does not indicate a problem.



The brake pedal may move while the
parking brake is being applied or
released, however, this does not indicate
a problem.



If the EPB switch is continually pulled
while driving the vehicle, the parking
brake will be applied and the EPB
warning beep will be activated. When
the switch is released, the parking brake
is released and the beep stops.



If the parking brake is applied with the
ignition switched off or in ACC, the
brake system warning light in the
instrument cluster and the indicator
light in the switch may turn on for 15
seconds.



When running the vehicle through an
automatic car wash, it may be necessary
to switch the ignition off with the
parking brake released depending on
the type of automatic car wash.

When applying the parking brake

The parking brake can be applied
regardless of the ignition switch position.
Securely depress the brake pedal and pull
up the EPB switch.

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Brake

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The parking brake is applied and the brake
system warning light and the EPB switch
indicator light turn on.
Refer to If a Warning Light Turns On or
Flashes on page 7-28.

When releasing the parking brake

The parking brake can be released while
the ignition is switched ON or the engine
is running. When the parking brake is
released, the brake system warning light
and the EPB switch indicator light turn
off.

Parking brake manual release

Firmly depress the brake pedal and press
the EPB switch.

If the EPB switch is pressed without
depressing the brake pedal, the display in
the instrument cluster notifies the driver
that the brake is not depressed.
(Type A/B instrument cluster)
A message is displayed on the
multi-information display in the
instrument cluster.
Refer to Message Indicated in
Multi-information Display on page 7-45.
(Type C instrument cluster)
The brake pedal operation demand
indicator light in the instrument cluster
turns on.

Parking brake automatic release

If the accelerator pedal is depressed with
the parking brake applied and all of the
following conditions met, the parking
brake is released automatically.



The engine is running.



The driver's door is closed.



The driver's seat belt is fastened.



Selector lever is in the D, M, or R
position

NOTE
If something such as the driver's foot
contacts the accelerator pedal with the
engine running and the parking brake
applied, the parking brake may be
released automatically. If you do not
intend to drive immediately, shift the
selector lever to the P or N position.

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Brake

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▼ Warning Light

The warning light turns on when the
system has a malfunction.
Refer to Contact Authorized Mazda
Dealer and Have Vehicle Inspected on
page 7-31.

▼ Brake Pad Wear Indicator

When the disc brake pads become worn,
the built-in wear indicators contact the
disc plates. This causes a screeching noise
to warn that the pads should be replaced.

When you hear this noise, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible.

WARNING

Do not drive with worn disc pads:
Driving with worn disc pads is dangerous.
The brakes could fail and cause a serious
accident. As soon as you hear a screeching
noise consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

NOTE

In high humidity weather conditions,
brake noises, such as brake squeak or
brake squeal can be heard. It does not
indicate a malfunction.

▼ Brake Assist

During emergency braking situations
when it is necessary to depress the brake
pedal with greater force, the brake assist
system provides braking assistance, thus
enhancing braking performance.

When the brake pedal is depressed hard or
depressed more quickly, the brakes apply
more firmly.

NOTE



When the brake pedal is depressed hard
or depressed more quickly, the pedal
will feel softer but the brakes will apply
more firmly. This is a normal effect of
the brake assist operation and does not
indicate a malfunction.



When the brake pedal is depressed hard
or depressed more quickly, a motor/
pump operation noise may be heard.
This is a normal effect of the brake
assist and does not indicate a
malfunction.



The brake assist equipment does not
supersede the functionality of the
vehicle's main braking system.

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Brake

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Hill Launch Assist (HLA)

HLA is a function which assists the driver
in accelerating from a stop while on a
slope. When the driver releases the brake
pedal and depresses the accelerator pedal
while on a slope, the function prevents the
vehicle from rolling. The braking force is
maintained automatically after the brake
pedal is released on a steep grade.
HLA operates on a downward slope when
the selector lever is in the reverse (R)
position, and on an upward slope when the
selector lever is in a forward gear.

WARNING

Do not rely completely on HLA :
HLA is an auxiliary device for accelerating
from a stop on a slope. The system only
operates for about 2 seconds and
therefore, relying only on the system, when
accelerating from a stop is dangerous
because the vehicle may move (roll)
unexpectedly and cause an accident.
The vehicle could roll depending on the
vehicle's load or if it is towing something.
Always confirm the safety around the
vehicle before starting to drive the vehicle.

NOTE



HLA does not operate on a gentle slope.
In addition, the gradient of the slope on
which the system will operate changes
depending on the vehicle's load.



HLA does not operate if the parking
brake is applied, or if the vehicle has not
stopped completely.



HLA is operating, the brake pedal may
feel stiff and vibrate, however, this does
not indicate a malfunction.



HLA does not operate while the
TCS/DSC indicator light is illuminated.
Refer to Contact Authorized and Have
Vehicle Inspected on page 7-31.



HLA does not turn off even if the TCS
OFF switch is pressed to turn off the
TCS.

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Brake

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Antilock Brake System

(ABS)

The ABS control unit continuously
monitors the speed of each wheel. If one
wheel is about to lock up, the ABS
responds by automatically releasing and
reapplying that wheel's brake.

The driver will feel a slight vibration in
the brake pedal and may hear a chattering
noise from the brake system. This is
normal ABS system operation. Continue
to depress the brake pedal without
pumping the brakes.

The warning light turns on when the
system has a malfunction.
Refer to Contact Authorized Mazda
Dealer and Have Vehicle Inspected on
page 7-31.

WARNING

Do not rely on ABS as a substitute for safe
driving:
The ABS cannot compensate for unsafe
and reckless driving, excessive speed,
tailgating (following another vehicle too
closely), driving on ice and snow, and
hydroplaning (reduced tire friction and
road contact because of water on the road
surface). You can still have an accident.

NOTE



Braking distances may be longer on
loose surfaces (snow or gravel, for
example) which usually have a hard
foundation. A vehicle with a normal
braking system may require less
distance to stop under these conditions
because the tires will build up a wedge
of surface layer when the wheels skid.



The sound of the ABS operating may be
heard when starting the engine or
immediately after starting the vehicle,
however, it does not indicate a
malfunction.

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ABS/TCS/DSC/Trailer Stability Control (TSC)

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Traction Control System

(TCS)

The Traction Control System (TCS)
enhances traction and safety by controlling
engine torque and braking. When the TCS
detects driving wheel slippage, it lowers
engine torque and operates the brakes to
prevent loss of traction.

This means that on a slick surface, the
engine adjusts automatically to provide
optimum power to the drive wheels,
limiting wheel spin and loss of traction.

The warning light turns on when the
system has a malfunction.
Refer to Contact Authorized Mazda
Dealer and Have Vehicle Inspected on
page 7-31.

WARNING

Do not rely on the Traction Control System
(TCS) as a substitute for safe driving:
The Traction Control System (TCS) cannot
compensate for unsafe and reckless
driving, excessive speed, tailgating
(following another vehicle too closely), and
hydroplaning (reduced tire friction and
road contact because of water on the road
surface). You can still have an accident.

Use snow tires or tire chains and drive at
reduced speeds when roads are covered
with ice and/or snow:
Driving without proper traction devices on
snow and/or ice-covered roads is
dangerous. The Traction Control System
(TCS) alone cannot provide adequate
traction and you could still have an
accident.

NOTE
To turn off the TCS, press the TCS OFF
switch (page 4-96).

▼ TCS/DSC Indicator Light

This indicator light stays on for a few
seconds when the ignition is switched ON.
If the TCS, DSC or the Trailer Stability
Control (TSC) 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.

NOTE



In addition to the indicator light
flashing, a slight lugging sound will
come from the engine. This indicates
that the TCS/DSC is operating properly.



On slippery surfaces, such as fresh
snow, it will be impossible to achieve
high rpm when the TCS is on.

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ABS/TCS/DSC/Trailer Stability Control (TSC)

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▼ TCS OFF Indicator Light

This indicator light stays on for a few
seconds when the ignition is switched ON.
It also illuminates when the TCS OFF
switch is pressed and TCS is switched off.
Refer to TCS OFF Switch on page 4-96.

If the light remains illuminated and the
TCS is not switched off, take your vehicle
to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. The DSC
may have a malfunction.

▼ TCS OFF Switch

Press the TCS OFF switch to turn off the
TCS. The TCS OFF indicator light in the
instrument cluster and TCS OFF switch
indicator light turn on.

Indicator light

Press the switch again to turn the TCS
back on. The TCS OFF indicator light and
TCS OFF switch indicator light will turn
off.

NOTE



When TCS is on and you attempt to free
the vehicle when it is stuck, or drive it
out of freshly fallen snow, the TCS (part
of the DSC system) will activate.
Depressing the accelerator will not
increase engine power and freeing the
vehicle may be difficult. When this
happens, turn off the TCS.



If the TCS is off when the engine is
turned off, it automatically activates
when the ignition is switched ON.



Leaving the TCS on will provide the best
traction.



If the TCS OFF switch is pressed and
held for 10 seconds or longer, the TCS
can no longer be turned off even if the
TCS OFF switch is pressed.
In this case, the TCS OFF switch will
operate normally when the ignition is
switched ON again after being switched
OFF.

When Driving

ABS/TCS/DSC/Trailer Stability Control (TSC)

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Dynamic Stability Control

(DSC)

The Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
automatically controls braking and engine
torque in conjunction with systems such as
ABS and TCS to help control side slip
when driving on slippery surfaces, or
during sudden or evasive maneuvering,
enhancing vehicle safety.

Refer to ABS (page 4-94) and TCS (page
4-95).

DSC operation is possible at speeds
greater than 20 km/h (12 mph).

The warning light turns on when the
system has a malfunction.
Refer to Contact Authorized Mazda
Dealer and Have Vehicle Inspected on
page 7-31.

WARNING

Do not rely on the Dynamic Stability
Control as a substitute for safe driving:
The Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
cannot compensate for unsafe and reckless
driving, excessive speed, tailgating
(following another vehicle too closely), and
hydroplaning (reduced tire friction and
road contact because of water on the road
surface). You can still have an accident.

CAUTION

The DSC may not operate correctly

unless the following are observed:

Use tires of the correct size specified for

your Mazda on all 4 wheels.

Use tires of the same manufacturer,

brand and tread pattern on all 4
wheels.

Do not mix worn tires.

The DSC may not operate correctly when

tire chains are used or a temporary spare
tire is installed because the tire diameter
changes.

▼ TCS/DSC Indicator Light

When Driving

ABS/TCS/DSC/Trailer Stability Control (TSC)

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Trailer Stability Control

(TSC)

If the vehicle sways while being driven
and towing a trailer, the Trailer Stability
Control (TSC) automatically controls
braking and engine torque to suppress the
swaying and enhance vehicle stability.
The Trailer Stability Control (TSC) is
operable at a vehicle speed of about 65
km/h (40 mph) or more.
When the Trailer Stability Control (TSC)
operates while driving the vehicle, the
TCS/DSC indicator light flashes.
Refer to TCS/DSC Indicator Light on page
4-97.

WARNING

Do not rely solely on the Trailer Stability
Control (TSC)
Assured vehicle stability is limited even if
the Trailer Stability Control (TSC) is
operating. Drive carefully to prevent
accidents.
In particular, if the TCS/DSC indicator light
is flashing, drive the vehicle carefully as it is
in a less stable condition and could sway
more easily. Drive with caution and in
accordance with the road, vehicle and
trailer conditions.

CAUTION

The Trailer Stability Control (TSC) may

not operate correctly unless the
following are observed:

Use tires of the correct size specified for

your Mazda on all four wheels.

Use tires of the same manufacturer,

brand and tread pattern on all four
wheels.

Do not mix worn tires.

The Trailer Stability Control (TSC) may

not operate correctly when tire chains
are used or a temporary spare tire is
installed because the tire diameter
changes.

NOTE



The Trailer Stability Control (TSC) uses
the TCS/DSC functions. The Trailer
Stability Control (TSC) does not operate
if there is a malfunction in the TCS/DSC
(the TCS/DSC indicator light turns on).



When the Trailer Stability Control (TSC)
is operating, the brake lights may turn
on.



For information regarding trailer
towing, refer to Trailer Towing (U.S.A.
and Canada) on page 3-55.

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Fuel Economy Monitor

The Fuel Consumption information is displayed by operating each icon in the display.
In addition, after completing a trip, the total energy efficiency to date is displayed in the
ending display when the ending display is turned on.
1. Select the icon on the home screen to display the Applications screen.
2. Select the “Fuel Economy Monitor”.
3. Select the icon at the bottom left of the screen to display the menu in the lower part

of the screen.

4. Select the icon in the menu and perform the operation. Each icon operates as follows:

Indication on display

Control status

Hides the menu display.

Displays the Applications screen.

Resets the fuel economy data.

Displays the following setting screen.



Ending display on/off switching



(With Type C instrument cluster)
On/off switching for function which synchronizes
(links) reset of fuel economy data with trip meter
(TRIP A)

NOTE
The fuel economy monitor screen after the ignition is switched from ON to OFF is changed
to the original fuel economy monitor screen when the ignition is switched ON the next time.

▼ Fuel Consumption Display

Information regarding the fuel economy is displayed.

Indication on display

Control status

Displays the fuel economy for the past 60 minutes.



Displays the fuel economy every minute for the past
1 to 10 minutes.



Displays the fuel economy every 10 minutes for the
past 10 to 60 minutes.

Displays the average fuel economy over the past 5

resets and after the current reset.

Calculates the average fuel economy every minute

after vehicle travel begins, and displays it.

When Driving

Fuel Economy Monitor

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NOTE



(With Type A/B instrument cluster)



The fuel economy data is synchronized (linked) with the average fuel economy
displayed in the tripmeter (TRIP A).



To reset the fuel economy data, press the icon in the menu. (The average fuel
economy and TRIP A displayed in the tripmeter (TRIP A) reset at the same time.)



After resetting the fuel economy data, “-- -” is displayed while the average fuel
economy is being calculated.



(With Type C instrument cluster)



The fuel economy data is synchronized (linked) with the average fuel economy
displayed in the trip computer.



To reset the fuel economy data, press the icon in the menu. (The average fuel
economy displayed in the trip computer resets at the same time.)



After resetting the fuel economy data, “-- -” is displayed while the average fuel
economy is being calculated.

▼ Ending Screen Display

If the ending display on the fuel economy monitor is on when the ignition is switched from
ON to OFF, the information regarding the fuel economy is displayed.

▼ Fuel Economy Data Reset and Trip Meter (TRIP A) Synchronization (Linking)

(Without Multi-information Display)

Because the average fuel economy indication on the instrument cluster display is linked
with the “Average Fuel Economy History” (Current) indication on the center display, when
one is reset the other is also reset.
In addition, switching between reset and no reset of the average fuel economy indication on
the instrument cluster display and the “Average Fuel Economy History” (Current) indication
on the center display when resetting the trip meter (TRIP A) is possible.

Reset operation item

Synchronized (linked) and reset information

Trip meter (TRIP

Average fuel econo‐

my on instrument

cluster display

“Average Fuel

Economy History”

(Current) indica‐

tion on the center

display

Trip meter (TRIP A)

X/—

Average fuel economy on instrument cluster
display

—

“Average Fuel Economy History” (Current)
indication on the center display

—

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Drive Selection

Drive selection is a system to switch the vehicle's drive mode. When the sport mode is
selected, vehicle's response against accelerator operation is enhanced. This provides
additional quick acceleration which may be needed to safely make maneuvers such as lane
changes, merging onto freeways, or passing other vehicles.

CAUTION

Do not use the sport mode when driving on slippery roads such as wet or snow-covered roads.
It may cause tire slipping.

NOTE



When the sport mode is selected, driving at higher engine speeds increases and it may
increase fuel consumption. Mazda recommends that you cancel the sport mode on normal
driving.



Drive mode cannot be switched in the following conditions:



ABS/TCS/DSC is operating



The Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) system/cruise control is operating.



Steering wheel is being operated abruptly

▼ Drive Selection Switch

Press the drive selection switch forward
(“

”) to select the sport mode.

Pull the drive selection switch back
(“

”) to cancel the sport mode.

NOTE



When the ignition is switched off, the
sport mode is canceled.



Depending on the driving conditions
when sport mode is selected, the vehicle
may perform shift-down or slightly
accelerate.

▼ Select Mode Indication

The light is illuminated while in SPORT
mode.

When Driving

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NOTE
The indicator light flashes a few times to
indicate that the mode cannot be switched
to SPORT mode even if the drive select
switch is pressed under the following
conditions:



ABS/TCS/DSC is operating



The Mazda Radar Cruise Control
(MRCC) system/cruise control is
operating.



The vehicle is making a turn or driving
on a curved road.

When Driving

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