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Driving Your Mazda

Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds

Form No. 8S18-EA-03I

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Charging System Warning Light

This warning light illuminates when the 
ignition switch is turned to the ON 
position and turns off when the engine is 
started.

If the warning light illuminates while 
driving, it indicates a malfunction of the 
alternator or of the charging system.
Drive to the side of the road and park off 
the right-of-way. Consult an Authorized 
Mazda Dealer.

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Engine Oil Pressure Warning 
Light

This warning light illuminates when the 
ignition switch is turned to the ON 
position and turns off when the engine is 
started.

This warning light indicates low engine 
oil pressure.

If the light illuminates while driving:

1. Drive to the side of the road and park 

off the right-of-way.

2. Turn off the engine and inspect the 

engine oil level (page 8-13). If it

’

s low, 

add oil.

3. Check the light.

If the light remains illuminated even after 
you add oil, have your vehicle towed to an 
Authorized Mazda Dealer.

ABS Warning Light and Brake 
Warning Light on at the Same Time:
Driving when the brake system 
warning light and ABS warning light 
are on at the same time is dangerous.
When both lights are on, the rear 
wheels could lock more quickly in an 
emergency stop than under normal 
circumstances.
Don

’

t drive with both lights on, and 

contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer 
to have the brakes inspected as soon 
as possible.

Don

’

t continue driving when the 

charging system warning light is 
illuminated.

WARNING

CAUTION

Don

’

t run the engine if oil pressure is 

low. It could result in extensive engine 
damage.

CAUTION

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