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When Driving

ABS/TCS/DSC/Trailer Stability Assist (TSA)

Trailer Stability Assist 

(TSA)

If the vehicle sways while being driven 

and towing a trailer, the Trailer Stability 

Assist (TSA) automatically controls 

braking and engine torque to suppress the 

swaying and enhance vehicle stability.

The Trailer Stability Assist (TSA) is 

operable at a vehicle speed of about 65 

km/h (40 mph) or more.

When the Trailer Stability Assist (TSA) 

operates while driving the vehicle, the 

TCS/DSC indicator light flashes.

Refer to TCS/DSC Indicator Light on page 

4-76.

WARNING

Do not rely solely on the Trailer Stability 

Assist (TSA)

Assured vehicle stability is limited even 

if the Trailer Stability Assist (TSA) 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 Assist (TSA) 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 Assist (TSA) 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 Assist (TSA) uses 

the TCS/DSC functions. The Trailer 

Stability Assist (TSA) does not operate 

if there is a malfunction in the TCS/DSC 

(the TCS/DSC indicator light turns on).



  When the Trailer Stability Assist (TSA) 

is operating, the brake lights may turn 

on.



  For information regarding trailer 

towing, refer to Trailer Towing (U.S.A. 

and Canada) on page 3-58.

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