Mazda CX-5 Owners Manual: Power Steering
Power Steering
• Power steering is only operable when the engine is running. If the engine is off or if the power steering system is inoperable, you can still steer, but it requires more physical effort.
If the steering feels stiffer than usual during normal driving or the steering vibrates, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
•A system malfunction or operation conditions are indicated by a warning.
Refer to Warning/Indicator Lights on .
CAUTION
Never hold the steering wheel to the extreme left or right for more than 5 seconds with the engine running.
This could damage the power steering system.
AWD
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Operation
• AWD provides excellent drivability
on snow-covered and ice-packed roads, sand and mud, as well as on steep slopes and
other slippery surfaces.
• A system ...
Cruise Control
Cruise Control
With cruise control, you can set and automatically maintain any speed of more
than about 25 km/h (16 mph).
WARNING
Do not use the cruise control under the following conditions: Usi ...
Other materials:
Oil Seal (Coupling Component) Replacement
1. Drain the differential oil into a container.
2. Remove the coupling component..
3. Remove the oil seal from the differential carrier using a screwdriver or similar
tool.
4. Apply differential oil to the new oil seal lip.
5. Install the new oil seal to the differential carrier using the ...
Plug Hole Plate Removal/Installation
CAUTION:
If the rubber on only one side of the plug hole plate front is lifted up,
it could damage the adapter at the location shown in the figure. When removing
the plug hole plate, lift up the rubbers at the same time.
Removal
1. Pull up the front part of the plug hole p ...
Rear Combination Light
Purpose
The rear combination lights are used to signal the following conditions to
vehicles/people at the rear.
Rear turn lights: Signals a left or right turn of the vehicle.
Brake lights: Signals a vehicle stop.
Taillights: Signals the presence of the ve ...
