2018 Mazda Cx5 Owner's Manual

2018 Mazda Cx5 owners manual
Year:
2018
Make:
Mazda
Model:
Cx5
Rating:
(3)

Online manual

Size:
7.88 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
5
Pictorial Index
7
Interior Overview
8
Interior Equipment (View A)
8
Interior Equipment (View B)
9
Interior Equipment (View C)
10
Interior Equipment (View D)
11
Interior Equipment (View E)
12
Exterior Overview
13
Front
13
Rear
14
Essential Safety Equipment
15
Seats
16
Seat Precautions
16
Front Seat
19
Rear Seat
23
Head Restraints
30
Seat Belt Systems
32
Seat Belt Precautions
32
Seat Belt
35
Seat Belt Warning Systems
36
Front Seat Belt Pretensioner and Load Limiting Systems
36
Seat Belt Extender
38
Child Restraint
40
Child-Restraint Precautions
40
Child-Restraint System Installation
45
Installing Child-Restraint Systems
46
SRS Air Bags
58
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Precautions
58
Supplemental Restraint System Components
65
How the SRS Air Bags Work
66
SRS Air Bag Deployment Criteria
69
Limitations to SRS Air Bag
70
Front Passenger Occupant Classification System
72
Constant Monitoring
76
Before Driving
77
Keys
78
Keys
78
Keyless Entry System
79
Advanced Keyless Entry System
85
Advanced Keyless Entry System
85
Operational Range
86
Doors and Locks
87
Door Locks
87
Liftgate
96
Fuel and Emission
104
Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions
104
Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap
107
Steering Wheel
109
Steering Wheel
109
Mirrors
110
Mirrors
110
Windows
113
Power Windows
113
Moonroof
116
Security System
119
Modification and Add-On Equipment
119
Immobilizer System
119
Driving Tips
121
Break-In Period
121
Saving Fuel and Protection of the Environment
121
Hazardous Driving
122
Floor Mat
123
Rocking the Vehicle
123
Winter Driving
124
Driving In Flooded Area
126
Overloading
126
Driving on Uneven Road
127
Towing
128
Trailer Towing
128
Recreational Towing
136
When Driving
137
Start/Stop Engine
140
Ignition Switch
140
Starting the Engine
141
Turning the Engine Off
146
Instrument Cluster and Display
147
Meters and Gauges
147
Multi-information Display and INFO Switch
155
Active Driving Display
163
Warning/Indicator Lights
166
Automatic Transaxle
173
Automatic Transaxle Controls
173
Shift-Lock System
174
Transaxle Ranges
174
Manual Shift Mode
176
Driving Tips
181
Switches and Controls
182
Lighting Control
182
Fog Lights
187
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
188
Windshield Wipers and Washer
189
Rear Window Wiper and Washer
192
Rear Window Defogger
193
Horn
195
Hazard Warning Flasher
195
HomeLink Wireless Control System
196
Brake
200
Brake System
200
AUTOHOLD
205
Hill Launch Assist (HLA)
209
ABS/TCS/DSC
211
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
211
Traction Control System (TCS)
212
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
214
Fuel Economy Monitor
215
Fuel Economy Monitor
215
Drive Selection
218
Drive Selection
218
i-ACTIV AWD
219
i-ACTIV AWD Operation
219
Power Steering
221
Power Steering
221
i-ACTIVSENSE
222
i-ACTIVSENSE
222
Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS)
225
High Beam Control System (HBC)
226
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
229
Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR)
235
Distance Recognition Support System (DRSS)
241
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
244
Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (MRCC with Stop & Go function)
248
Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) & Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)
261
Advanced Smart City Brake Support (Advanced SCBS)
272
Smart City Brake Support (SCBS)
276
Smart Brake Support (SBS)
280
Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)
283
Radar Sensor (Front)
288
Radar Sensors (Rear)
291
Cruise Control
293
Cruise Control
293
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
298
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
298
Rear View Monitor
302
Rear View Monitor
302
Interior Features
311
Climate Control System
314
Operating Tips
314
Vent Operation
315
Manual Type
317
Fully Automatic Type
321
Before Using the Audio System
325
Audio Control Switch
325
AUX/USB
326
Antenna
329
Audio Set [Type A (non-touchscreen)]
330
Power/Volume/Sound Controls
330
Clock
332
Operating the Radio
333
How to use AUX mode
334
How to use USB mode
335
How to use iPod mode
338
Error Indications
341
Bluetooth®
342
Bluetooth® Preparation
345
Available Language
355
Security Setting
356
Bluetooth® Audio
357
Bluetooth® Hands-Free
360
Voice Recognition
367
Voice Recognition Learning Function (Speaker Enrollment)
368
Troubleshooting
371
Audio Set [Type B (touchscreen)]
375
Basic Operation Method
375
Home screen
379
Volume/Display/Sound Controls
380
Operating the Radio
383
Operating the Satellite Radio
387
How to use AUX mode
390
How to use USB mode
391
Bluetooth®
396
Bluetooth® Preparation
399
Available Language
401
Bluetooth® Audio
402
How to Use Pandora®
405
How to Use Aha™
407
How to Use Stitcher™ Radio
410
Bluetooth® Hands-Free
412
Voice Recognition
422
Settings
425
Applications
427
Troubleshooting
428
Appendix
432
Things You Need to Know
432
Interior Equipment
438
Sunvisors
438
Interior Lights
439
Accessory Sockets
441
USB Power Outlet
442
Cup Holder
443
Bottle Holder
444
Storage Compartments
445
Maintenance and Care
451
Essential Information
452
Introduction
452
Scheduled Maintenance
454
Scheduled Maintenance
454
Maintenance Monitor
460
Owner Maintenance
462
Owner Maintenance Precautions
462
Hood
464
Engine Compartment Overview
466
Engine Oil
467
Engine Coolant
468
Brake Fluid
470
Washer Fluid
470
Body Lubrication
471
Wiper Blades
472
Battery
477
Key Battery Replacement
479
Tires
481
Light Bulbs
486
Fuses
492
Appearance Care
498
Exterior Care
498
Interior Care
504
If Trouble Arises
509
Parking in an Emergency
510
Parking in an Emergency
510
Flat Tire
511
Spare Tire and Tool Storage
511
Changing a Flat Tire
514
Battery Runs Out
522
Jump-Starting
522
Emergency Starting
525
Starting a Flooded Engine
525
Push-Starting
525
Overheating
526
Overheating
526
Emergency Towing
528
Towing Description
528
Tiedown Hooks
529
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
531
If a Warning Light Turns On or Flashes
531
Message Indicated in Multi-information Display
546
Message Indicated on Display
548
Warning Sound is Activated
550
When Liftgate Cannot be Opened
555
When Liftgate Cannot be Opened
555
Active Driving Display Does Not Operate
556
If the Active Driving Display Does Not Operate
556
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
557
Customer Assistance
558
Customer Assistance (U.S.A.)
558
Customer Assistance (Canada)
563
Customer Assistance (Puerto Rico)
566
Mazda Importer/Distributors
567
Importer/Distributor
567
Reporting Safety Defects
568
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.A.)
568
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada)
569
Warranty
570
Warranties for Your Mazda
570
Outside the United States/Canada
571
Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign Country (Except United States and Canada)
572
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Accessories
573
Cell Phones
574
Cell Phones Warning
574
Event Data Recorder
575
Event Data Recorder (U.S.A. and Canada)
575
Recording of Vehicle Data
576
Recording of Vehicle Data
576
Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS)
577
Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS)
577
Tire Information (U.S.A.)
579
Tire Labeling
579
Location of the Tire Label (Placard)
584
Tire Maintenance
587
Vehicle Loading
590
Steps for Determining the Correct Load Limit
596
Declaration of Conformity
597
Declaration of Conformity
597
Specifications
603
Identification Numbers
604
Vehicle Information Labels
604
Specifications
606
Specifications
606
Personalization Features
611
Personalization Features
611
Index
617

2018 Mazda Cx5 Overview

Introduction

The 2018 Mazda CX-5 is a standout compact SUV that expertly combines stylish design, engaging driving dynamics, and cutting-edge technology. With its sleek exterior and upscale interior finishes, the CX-5 is an embodiment of Mazda's "Kodo" design philosophy, captivating both drivers and passengers alike. Renowned for its sporty performance and impressive fuel efficiency, the CX-5 caters to those seeking adventure without sacrificing practicality.

Powertrains

The 2018 CX-5 offers a lively performance courtesy of its standard 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, producing 187 horsepower and 186 lb-ft of torque. For those craving a bit more power, an available 2.2-liter turbocharged diesel engine provides an even more thrilling drive with exceptional torque. Both engines come paired with a smooth-shifting six-speed automatic transmission, and buyers can choose between front-wheel drive (FWD) and all-wheel drive (AWD) configurations, making the CX-5 versatile for various driving conditions.

Trims

The CX-5 is available in several trims, including the Sport, Touring, Grand Touring, and Grand Touring Reserve. Each trim introduces a host of features and amenities, with the Sport base trim coming equipped with Bluetooth connectivity, a rearview camera, and a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system. As drivers move up the trims, they can expect features like leather upholstery, a power liftgate, adaptive cruise control, and even a head-up display in the Grand Touring Reserve.

Features

Inside the 2018 Mazda CX-5, owners will find an intuitive layout that emphasizes comfort and functionality. Features such as dual-zone climate control, premium audio systems, and advanced safety technologies like Smart City Brake Support and Mazda Radar Cruise Control ensure a pleasurable driving experience. The interior is adorned with high-quality materials, providing a refined atmosphere that rivals many luxury vehicles in its class.

Owner's Manual

The owner's manual for the 2018 Mazda CX-5 serves as a comprehensive guide, covering essential maintenance schedules, vehicle features, and troubleshooting tips. It empowers owners to understand their SUV better, ensuring they maximize its performance and maintain its value through regular care and attention. This manual is an invaluable resource for both first-time and seasoned SUV owners.

User manual download

The Mazda Cx5 owner manual for the 2018 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2018 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.

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