If Trouble Arises; Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds- Page 490

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If Trouble Arises

Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds

 Signal 

 Warning 

 ABS  Warning  Light 

 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

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  When the engine is jump-started to charge the battery, uneven rpm occurs and the ABS 

warning light may illuminate. If this occurs, it is the result of the weak battery and does 
not indicate an ABS malfunction.
  Recharge  the  battery. 

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  The brake assist system does not operate while the ABS warning light is illuminated.     

 Check Engine Light 

 If this light illuminates while driving, the vehicle may have a problem. It is important to 
note the driving conditions when the light illuminated and consult an Authorized Mazda 
Dealer.
  The check engine light may illuminate in the following cases:

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  The fuel tank level being very low or approaching empty. 

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  The engine's electrical system has a problem. 

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  The emission control system has a problem. 

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  The  fuel-fi ller cap is missing or not tightened securely.    

  If the check engine light remains on, or it fl ashes continuously , do not drive at high speeds 
and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. 

 Automatic 

Transaxle Warning 

Light

 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.   

 AWD  Warning 

Light

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 When the light is turned on

    If the AWD warning light illuminates, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

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  Illuminates when there is an abnormality with the AWD system. 

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  Illuminates if there is too much difference in tire radius between the front and rear wheels.    

  When the light is fl ashing

    Park the vehicle in a safe place. After a few moments, if the warning light stops fl ashing, 
you can resume driving. If the light does not stop fl ashing, contact an Authorized Mazda 
Dealer.

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  Flashes when the differential oil temperature is abnormally high. 

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  Flashes when there is a continuous large difference between front and rear wheel rotation, 

such as when trying to pull away from an icy surface or when trying to remove the vehicle 
from mud, sand or similar conditions.