Mazda CX-5 Owners Manual: Turning the Engine Off
WARNING
Do not stop the engine while the vehicle is moving:
Stopping the engine while the vehicle is moving for any reason other than in an emergency is dangerous.
Stopping the engine while the vehicle is moving will result in reduced braking ability due to the loss of power braking, which could cause an accident and serious injury.
1. Stop the vehicle completely.
2. (Manual transaxle)
Shift into neutral.
(Automatic transaxle)
Shift the shift lever to the P position.
3. Press the push button start to turn off the engine. The ignition position is off.
CAUTION
When leaving the vehicle, make sure the push button start is pressed to off.
NOTE
• The electrical fan in the engine compartment could turn on for a few minutes after the ignition is switched from ON to OFF, whether or not the A/C is on or off, to cool the engine compartment quickly.
• When the push button start is pressed to off from ON, the KEY indicator light (green) flashes for approximately 30 seconds indicating that the remaining battery power of the key is low. Replace with a new battery before the key becomes unusable.
Refer to Replace electrical battery .
• (Automatic transaxle)
If the engine is turned off while the shift lever is in a position other than P, the ignition switches to ACC.
Emergency Engine Stop
Continuously pressing the push button start while the engine is running or the vehicle being driven, or quickly pressing it any number of times will turn the engine off immediately. The ignition position will be ACC.
Starting the Engine
WARNING
Radio waves from the key may affect medical devices such as pacemakers: Before
using the key near people who use medical devices, ask the medical device manufacturer
or your physician if ...
Other materials:
Rear Window Glass Installation
WARNING:
Using a utility knife with bare hands can cause injury. Always wear gloves
when using a utility knife.
CAUTION:
Proper installation of the glass may be difficult if sealant is cracked or
the glass is pushed out by air pressure when a door is opened/closed with al ...
Ambient Temperature Sensor [Full Auto Air Conditioner]
Purpose
The ambient temperature sensor detects the ambient temperature.
Function
The ambient temperature sensor converts the detected temperature to an electric
signal.
Construction
A thermistor-type ambient temperature sensor has been adopted.
The ambient ...
Engine Coolant
Inspecting Coolant Level
WARNING
Do not use a match or live flame in the engine compartment. DO NOT ADD COOLANT
WHEN THE ENGINE IS HOT:
A hot engine is dangerous. If the engine has been running, parts of the engine
compartment can become very hot. You could be burned.
Carefully inspect the e ...
