STARTING THE ENGINE ; WITH ACCELERATED WARM-UP SYSTEM (AWS); EMERGENCY ENGINE STOP - Page 7

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STARTING THE ENGINE  

WITH ACCELERATED WARM-UP SYSTEM (AWS)

The CX-5 is equipped with SKYACTIV combustion 

technology. This technology includes AWS (Accelerated 
Warm-up System) for optimal emission performance during 
cold starting conditions. 

While Carrying the Advanced Key…

•   START THE ENGINE by pushing the START/STOP ENGINE 

button while pushing the brake pedal. 

•   WHAT WILL YOU NOTICE? On start-up, the engine speed 

and sound are elevated (1500 RPM) for less than one 
minute to quickly bring the catalyst to efficient operating 
temperature. The RPM will reduce to idle once the temperature is achieved.  

This is normal engine operation under cold-start conditions.

•   WHAT DOES THIS DO? This reduces emissions and allows Mazda to improve efficiency.

•   SHUT THE ENGINE OFF by making sure the vehicle is in Park and setting the electric 

parking brake, then push the START/STOP ENGINE button.

•   ACTIVATE ACCESSORIES (ACC) by pushing the START/STOP ENGINE button once 

without pushing the brake pedal.

•  TURN THE IGNITION TO THE ON POSITION by pushing the START/STOP ENGINE button 

twice without pushing the brake pedal.

EMERGENCY ENGINE STOP 

Pushing and holding the START/STOP ENGINE button or repeatedly pushing the START/
STOP ENGINE button while the engine is running will turn the engine OFF. Use only in case 
of an emergency.

NOTE:

 The engine may not start if the key cannot be detected. The key indicator light 

may flash 

RED

 or “Key not detected” may be displayed if the key is placed in the  

cup holder.

If the START/STOP ENGINE button indicator light flashes AMBER, this could indicate a 
problem with the engine starting system. You may not be able to start the engine or 
switch the ignition to ACC or ON. Have your vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda 
Dealer as soon as possible.

START/STOP ENGINE 

BUTTON

STARTING THE ENGINE

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