Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Tire Pressure Warning Alarm
Purpose
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The tire pressure warning alarm warns the user that a tire pressure has decreased or notifies the user that the tire pressure warning alarm has been reset.
Function
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If the instrument cluster receives a tire pressure warning alarm request signal sent from the DSC HU/CM via the CAN signal, the tire pressure warning alarm is sounded.
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The tire pressure warning alarm sound pattern is as follows: For the conditions in which each alarm pattern sounds, refer to TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS).
Tire pressure monitoring system operating
Tire pressure monitoring system initialization
Construction
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The tire pressure warning alarm sounds using the buzzer built into the instrument cluster.
Operation
1. The instrument cluster receives (1) the tire pressure warning alarm request signal from the DSC HU/CM.
2. The instrument cluster microcomputer turns the transistor on (2) based on the tire pressure warning alarm request signal.
3. When the transistor turns on, the ground circuit of the alarm is established and the alarm sounds (3).
Fail-safe
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Function not equipped.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light
Purpose, Function
The tire pressure monitoring system warning light notifies the driver that
it was determined that a tire pressure has decreased below the specified value
based on the ...
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Towing
Towing Description
Proper lifting and towing are necessary to prevent damage to the vehicle.
Government and local laws must be followed.
A towed vehicle usually should have its drive wheels (front wheels) off the
ground. If excessive damage or other conditions prevent this, use ...
Hazardous Driving
WARNING
Be extremely careful if it is necessary to downshift on slippery surfaces: Downshifting
into lower gear while driving on slippery surfaces is dangerous. The sudden change
in tire speed could cause the tires to skid.
This could lead to loss of vehicle control and an accident.
When driv ...
Awd Warning Light
Purpose, Function
Warns the driver of a AWD system malfunction.
Construction
The AWD warning light is built into the instrument cluster.
Operation
If the self-diagnostic function stores a DTC, the warning light illuminates
to alert the driver of the malfunct ...
