If Trouble Arises; Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds; When the light is turned on- Page 518

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If Trouble Arises

Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds

*Some models.

Signal

Warning

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:



The fuel tank level being very low or approaching empty.



The engine's electrical system has a problem.



The emission control system has a problem.



The fuel-filler cap is missing or not tightened securely.

If the check engine light remains on, or it flashes continuously , do not drive at high speeds 

and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.

Automatic 

Transaxle Warning 

Indication/Warning 

Light

The indication/light illuminates when the transaxle has a problem.

CAUTION

If the automatic transaxle warning indication/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 

Indication

*

“4WD System Malfunction” is displayed

The indication is displayed under the following conditions. The system may have a 

malfunction. Have the vehicle checked at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.



When there is a malfunction in the AWD system.



When there is a large difference between the tire size of the front and rear wheels.

“4WD System High Load” is displayed

The indication is displayed under the following conditions. Park the vehicle in a safe place 

and check that the warning indication light turns off, and then drive the vehicle. Contact an 

Authorized Mazda Dealer if the indication is continuously displayed.



When the differential oil temperature is excessively high.



When there is a large difference between the front and rear wheel rotation, such as when 

trying to remove the vehicle from mud.

AWD Warning 

Light

*

When the light is turned on

The light turns on under the following conditions. The system may have a malfunction. 

Have the vehicle checked at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.



When there is a malfunction in the AWD system.



When there is a large difference between the tire size of the front and rear wheels.

When the light is flashing

Park the vehicle in a safe place. After a few moments, if the warning light stops flashing, 

you can resume driving. If the light does not stop flashing, contact an Authorized Mazda 

Dealer.



When the differential oil temperature is excessively high.



When there is a large difference between the front and rear wheel rotation, such as when 

trying to remove the vehicle from mud.

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