If Trouble Arises; Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds; Never tamper with the air bag/pretensioner systems and always have an Authorized - Page 444

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If Trouble Arises

Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds

*Some models.

Signal

Warning

Electric Vacuum 

Pump Warning 

Light

The light turns on if the electric vacuum pump system has a problem. Have your vehicle 

inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

ABS Warning Light

If the ABS warning light stays on while you're driving, the ABS control unit has detected a 

system malfunction. If this occurs, your brakes will function normally as if the vehicle had 

no ABS.

Should this happen, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.

NOTE



When the engine is jump-started to charge the battery, uneven rpm occurs and the ABS 

warning light may illuminate. If this occurs, it is the result of the weak battery and does 

not indicate an ABS malfunction.

Recharge the battery.



The brake assist system does not operate while the ABS warning light is illuminated.

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 

Transmission 

Warning Light

*

The light illuminates when the transmission has a problem.

CAUTION

If the automatic transmission warning light illuminates, the transmission has an 

electrical problem. Continuing to drive your Mazda in this condition could cause 

damage to your transmission. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.

Air Bag/Seat Belt 

Pretensioner System 

Warning Light

A system malfunction is indicated if the warning light constantly flashes, constantly 

illuminates or does not illuminate at all when the ignition is switched ON. If any of these 

occur, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. The system may not operate 

in an accident.

WARNING

Never tamper with the air bag/pretensioner systems and always have an Authorized 

Mazda Dealer perform all servicing and repairs:

Self-servicing or tampering with the systems is dangerous. An air bag/pretensioner 

could accidentally activate or become disabled causing serious injury or death.

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