Get When Driving -> ABS/TCS/DSC/Off-Road Traction Assist Guide for Mazda Cx-5 SUV 2023

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ABS/TCS/DSC/Off-Road Traction Assist

NOTE

Antilock Brake System



Braking distances may be longer on

(ABS)

loose surfaces (snow or gravel, for

example) which usually have a hard

foundation. A vehicle with a normal

braking system may require less

distance to stop under these conditions

because the tires will build up a wedge

of surface layer when the wheels skid.

The sound of the ABS operating may be

heard when starting the engine or

immediately after starting the vehicle,

however, it does not indicate a

The ABS control unit continuously

monitors the speed of each wheel. If one

wheel is about to lock up, the ABS

responds by automatically releasing and

reapplying that wheel's brake.



The driver will feel a slight vibration in

the brake pedal and may hear a chattering

noise from the brake system. This is

normal ABS system operation. Continue

to depress the brake pedal without

pumping the brakes.

malfunction.

The warning light turns on when the

system has a malfunction.

Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer and

Have Vehicle Inspected on page 7-25.

WARNING

Do not rely on ABS as a substitute for safe

driving:

The ABS cannot compensate for unsafe

and reckless driving, excessive speed,

tailgating (following another vehicle too

closely), driving on ice and snow, and

hydroplaning (reduced tire friction and

road contact because of water on the road

surface). You can still have an accident.

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NOTE

Traction Control System

To turn off the TCS, press the TCS OFF

switch (page 4-108).

(TCS)

The Traction Control System (TCS)

enhances traction and safety by controlling

engine torque and braking. When the TCS

detects driving wheel slippage, it lowers

engine torque and operates the brakes to

prevent loss of traction.

TCS/DSC Indicator Light

▼

This means that on a slick surface, the

engine adjusts automatically to provide

optimum power to the drive wheels,

limiting wheel spin and loss of traction.

The warning light turns on when the

system has a malfunction.

This indicator light stays on for a few

seconds when the ignition is switched ON.

If the TCS or DSC is operating, the

indicator light flashes.

If the light stays on, the TCS, DSC or the

brake assist system may have a

malfunction and they may not operate

correctly. Take your vehicle to an

Authorized Mazda Dealer.

Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer and

Have Vehicle Inspected on page 7-25.

WARNING

NOTE

Do not rely on the Traction Control System

(TCS) as a substitute for safe driving:

The Traction Control System (TCS) cannot

compensate for unsafe and reckless



In addition to the indicator light

flashing, a slight lugging sound will

come from the engine. This indicates

that the TCS/DSC is operating properly.

driving, excessive speed, tailgating



On slippery surfaces, such as fresh

(following another vehicle too closely), and

hydroplaning (reduced tire friction and

road contact because of water on the road

surface). You can still have an accident.

snow, it will be impossible to achieve

high rpm when the TCS is on.

TCS OFF Indicator Light^*

▼

Use snow tires or tire chains and drive at

reduced speeds when roads are covered

with ice and/or snow:

Driving without proper traction devices on

snow and/or ice-covered roads is

dangerous. The Traction Control System

(TCS) alone cannot provide adequate

traction and you could still have an

accident.

This indicator light stays on for a few

seconds when the ignition is switched ON.

It also illuminates when the TCS OFF

switch is pressed and TCS is switched off.

*Some models.

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

Refer to TCS OFF Switch on page 4-108.

If the TCS OFF switch is pressed and

held for 10 seconds or more, the TCS

OFF switch malfunction detection

function operates and the TCS system

activates automatically. The TCS OFF

indicator light turns off while the TCS

system is operative.

If the light remains illuminated and the

TCS is not switched off, take your vehicle

to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. The DSC

may have a malfunction.

TCS OFF Switch^*

▼

Press the TCS OFF switch to turn off the

TCS. The TCS OFF indicator light in the

instrument cluster will illuminate.

Press the switch again to turn the TCS

back on. The TCS OFF indicator light will

turn off.

NOTE



When the TCS is on and you attempt to

free the vehicle from being stuck, the

TCS will activate. Depressing the

accelerator will not increase engine

power and freeing the vehicle from

being stuck might be difficult. When this

happens, turn off the TCS.



If the TCS is off when the engine is

turned off, it automatically activates

when the ignition is switched ON.

Leaving the TCS on will provide the best



traction.

*Some models.

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ABS/TCS/DSC/Off-Road Traction Assist

Use tires of the same manufacturer,

brand and tread pattern on all 4

wheels.

Do not mix worn tires.

The DSC may not operate correctly when

tire chains are used or a temporary spare

tire is installed because the tire diameter

changes.

Dynamic Stability Control

(DSC)

The Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)

automatically controls braking and engine

torque in conjunction with systems such as

ABS and TCS to help control side slip

when driving on slippery surfaces, or

during sudden or evasive maneuvering,

enhancing vehicle safety.

TCS/DSC Indicator Light

▼

Refer to ABS (page 4-106) and TCS (page

4-107).

DSC operation is possible at speeds

greater than 20 km/h (12 mph).

This indicator light stays on for a few

seconds when the ignition is switched ON.

If the TCS or DSC is operating, the

indicator light flashes.

The warning light turns on when the

system has a malfunction.

Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer and

Have Vehicle Inspected on page 7-25.

If the light stays on, the TCS, DSC or the

brake assist system may have a

malfunction and they may not operate

correctly. Take your vehicle to an

Authorized Mazda Dealer.

WARNING

Do not rely on the Dynamic Stability

Control as a substitute for safe driving:

The Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)

cannot compensate for unsafe and reckless

driving, excessive speed, tailgating

(following another vehicle too closely), and

hydroplaning (reduced tire friction and

road contact because of water on the road

surface). You can still have an accident.

CAUTION

The DSC may not operate correctly

unless the following are observed:

Use tires of the correct size speciﬁed for

your Mazda on all 4 wheels.

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ABS/TCS/DSC/Off-Road Traction Assist

If the vehicle is driven continuously with

Off-Road Traction Assist^*

the Oﬀ-Road Traction Assist on, the AWD

warning indication may be displayed.

(Vehicle equipped with Type C instrument

cluster)

If the vehicle is driven continuously with

the Oﬀ-Road Traction Assist on, the AWD

warning light may ﬂash.

When the vehicle tires become embedded

in mud, sand, or deep snow, the Off-Road

Traction Assist functions to prevent

drive-wheel spinning and to assist in

freeing tires that are stuck.

Do not drive over rough rocky roads and

river beds.

Refer to If a Warning Light Turns On or

Flashes on page 7-22.

WARNING

NOTE

The vehicle may vibrate or you might hear

an operation sound while the Off-Road

Traction Assist is operating or is

operational, however, this does not

indicate a problem.

Do not rely completely on the Oﬀ-Road

Traction Assist.

The Oﬀ-Road Traction Assist has

limitations. Always drive the vehicle safely

according to the road conditions. Do not

drive the vehicle recklessly, otherwise it

may result in an accident. In addition, do

not drive the vehicle under the following

conditions while the Oﬀ-Road Traction

Assist is operating. Otherwise, it could

negatively aﬀect the drivetrain parts which

could result in an accident.

Off-Road Traction Assist Indicator

Light

▼



When the ignition is switched ON, the

indicator light turns on and then turns

off after a few seconds.

When pressing the Off-Road Traction

Assist switch to operate the Off-Road

Traction Assist, the indicator light turns

on.

A problem in the system might be

indicated under the following

conditions. Have your vehicle inspected

by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

Vehicle is driven on paved roads.

Temporary spare tire or tires of a

diﬀerent speciﬁed size are used.

Tire chains are used.

CAUTION



The Oﬀ-Road Traction Assist is a function

to assist in freeing tires that are stuck.

When it is not necessary to use this

function, avoid driving the vehicle

continuously with the Oﬀ-Road Traction

Assist on.



The indicator light does not turn on

when the ignition is switched ON or it

remains on.

The indicator light turns on even

(Vehicle equipped with Type A/B



instrument cluster)

though the Off-Road Traction Assist

was not operated.

*Some models.

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Off-Road Traction Assist Switch

▼

When the switch is pressed after stopping

the vehicle, the Off-Road Traction Assist

becomes operational.

The Off-Road Traction Assist indicator

light in the instrument cluster turn on.

If the switch is pressed again, the

Off-Road Traction Assist is stopped and

the Off-Road Traction Assist indicator

light turn off.

NOTE

If the engine is stopped with the Off-Road

Traction Assist operational, the Off-Road

Traction Assist is stopped when the engine

is started the next time.

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