Mazda CX-3: Security System / Theft-Deterrent System (Some models)

Mazda CX-3 (2015-2024) Owner's Manual / Before Driving / Security System / Theft-Deterrent System (Some models)

If the theft-deterrent system detects an inappropriate entry into the vehicle, which could result in the vehicle or its contents being stolen, the alarm alerts the surrounding area of an abnormality by sounding the horn and flashing the hazard warning lights.

The system will not function unless it's properly armed. So when you leave the vehicle, follow the arming procedure correctly.

Immobilizer System

The immobilizer system allows the engine to start only with a key the system recognizes. If someone attempts to start the engine with an unrecognized key, the engine will not start, thereby helping to prevent vehicle theft...

Operation

System triggering conditions The horn sounds intermittently and the hazard warning lights flash for about 30 seconds when the system is triggered by any one of the following: Unlocking a door with the auxiliary key, door lock switch, or an inside door-lock knob...

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Mazda CX-3 (2015-2024) Owner's Manual: Fog Lights (Some models)

The fog lights can be used when the ignition is switched ON. Use this switch to turn on the fog lights. The fog lights will improve visibility at night and during foggy conditions. The fog lights turn on when the fog light switch is turned to the position and turn off when the switch is turned to the OFF position...

Mazda CX-3 (2015-2024) Owner's Manual: Tire Rotation

WARNING Rotate tires periodically: Irregular tire wear is dangerous. To equalize tread wear for maintaining good performance in handling and braking, rotate the tires every 12,000 km (7,500 miles). However Mazda recommends to rotate every 8,000 km (5,000 miles) to help increase tire life and distribute wear more evenly...

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Child-Restraint System Types

In this owner's manual, explanation of child-restraint systems is provided for the following three types of popular child-restraint systems: infant seat, child seat, booster seat.

NOTE

Installation position is determined by the type of child-restraint system. Always read the manufacturer's instructions and this owner's manual carefully. Due to variations in the design of child-restraint systems, vehicle seats and seat belts, all child-restraint systems may not fit all seating positions. Before purchasing a child-restraint system, it should be tested in the specific vehicle seating position (or positions) where it is intended to be used. If a previously purchased child-restraint system does not fit, you may need to purchase a different one that will.