When Driving; Always apply the electric parking brake (EPB) when parking the vehicle:- Page 209

Always apply the electric parking brake (EPB) when parking the vehicle:

Not applying the electric parking brake (EPB) when parking the vehicle is dangerous as the
vehicle may move unexpectedly and result in an accident. When parking the vehicle, shift the
selector lever to the P position (automatic transaxle vehicle) and apply the electric parking
brake (EPB).

CAUTION

If you stop operating the accelerator pedal before the vehicle starts moving, the force holding
the vehicle in the stopped position may weaken. Firmly depress the brake pedal or depress the
accelerator pedal to accelerate the vehicle.

NOTE



Under the following conditions, a problem with the AUTOHOLD is occurring. Have your
vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.



The brake pedal operation demand warning light (red) in the instrument cluster flashes
and the warning sound is activated for about five seconds while the AUTOHOLD is
operating or when you press the AUTOHOLD switch.



A message is indicated on the multi-information display and a warning sound is
activated for about five seconds while the AUTOHOLD is operating or when your press
the AUTOHOLD switch.



If the ignition is switched OFF while the AUTOHOLD is still operating, the electric
parking brake (EPB) is applied automatically shift lever/selector lever is shifted to R.



(Automatic transaxle vehicle)

The AUTOHOLD is canceled when the selector lever is shifted to R while the vehicle is on
level ground, or facing up a hill or grade (as shown below).

Level ground

: Driving in reverse (selector lever in R)

Vehicle tilts forward

Vehicle tilts rearward

AUTOHOLD : 
Operates

AUTOHOLD : 
Does not operate, 
canceled 

AUTOHOLD : 
Does not operate, 
canceled 

When Driving

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