The latest Mazdas come equipped with technology that constantly monitors your vehicle's health and alerts you of malfunctions through the dashboard light. In this guide, we'll dive into the specifics of what these Mazda dashboard lights indicate when they become illuminated.
What are Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights?
Warning and indicator lights in your Mazda are found in the instrument gauge cluster and are easily spotted while driving. When your Mazda's warning lights come on, it is best to identify the cause and resolve it.
Mazda Dashboard Lights Color Coding
To make life easier, color coding of the Mazda dashboard lights makes for quicker and more intuitive communication to the driver of the problem at hand.
Green
Green is never used as a warning light, so there is no need for you to panic, as any green symbol light is there to assure you that all your Mazda's features are hard at work, keeping you and your passengers safe.
Yellow
Yellow Mazda warning lights are used to communicate to the driver that some caution is advised. Drivers seeing a yellow warning light should in general have the issue addressed at their earliest convenience.
Red
Any red warning light generally indicates a serious issue with your car. You should act quickly if a red warning light does ever light up on your Mazda's dashboard. An engine overheating, low engine oil pressure or a braking system problem could cause this.
Drivers need to immediately stop and contact a Mazda service expert for an inspection appointment.
White
A white indicator light is used by Mazda to indicate the functioning of the cruise control or the transmission gear selected.
Blue
Typically, a blue indicator light is employed to illuminate the "on" indicator for high beam headlamps, alerting the driver that the headlights are set to high beam.
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Common Mazda Dashboard Warning Lights
We will briefly share what each of these various Mazda dashboard lights means to you.
Blind Spot Warning
When another vehicle enters your blind spot, the system will provide an alert on your exterior mirrors and sometimes on the dashboard as well.
Emergency Brake Engaged
The parking brake or emergency brake is applied, so be sure to disengage it before continuing to drive.
Collision Mitigation Braking System
The system is now activated and ready to react to the possibility of an imminent collision.
All-Wheel Drive
The all-wheel-drive system is active, with the drive being sent to all four wheels.
Door Ajar
One or more of your vehicle's doors are open and should be securely shut before driving off.
Anti-Lock Brake System
An alert on the dashboard will be sent when there's a problem with your ABS system.
System Notification
Drivers must look at their vehicle's information display, located either in the gauge cluster or infotainment screen, for additional information related to this notification.
Adaptive Cruise Control
The system is engaged and activated, and drivers should drive with the same caution as normal.
Low Oil Pressure
Check that your engine oil level is within the recommended range. It may also be an issue with your oil pressure sensor. Stop the vehicle when safe to do so and contact roadside assistance to have your vehicle towed to a Mazda dealership.
Check Engine Light
This orange light appears when the onboard diagnostics system has detected a problem with your vehicle's fuel, ignition, emissions, or exhaust systems.
Daytime Running Lights
This is an indicator to advise that the DRLs aren't functioning properly.
Charging System
This warning light in red alerts the driver to a fault or failure within the charging system leading to a possible breakdown due to a loss of electrical power. Pull over in a safe place and contact your roadside assistance provider.
Vehicle Stability Assist System
The system is engaged due to a loss of traction, or there's a potential problem with this system if the warning light remains visible on your dashboard for an extended period of time.
Road Departure Mitigation
This Mazda dashboard light comes on when the system senses that your vehicle has left the road surface and has taken corrective action.Â
Smart Entry System
Your Mazda's smart entry system has had a problem, possibly a low/dead battery in your key fob, causing trouble connecting with your vehicle. If it's not just a battery problem, it's advisable to consult your dealer for further diagnosis.
Maintenance Reminder
This symbol means that it's time to schedule an appointment for routine services like an oil change or tire rotation.
High Coolant Temperature
A red warning light advising that your Mazda is overheating. Turn your vehicle off and pull over as soon as it's safe to do so.
Seat Belt Reminder
This warning light remains lit until you buckle up.
Electric Power Steering
Your Mazda power steering system is not functioning correctly and requires attention.
Trunk Open
The trunk is open. Do not drive off before closing it.
Cruise Control
Indicates that the cruise control is engaged.
Lane Keeping Assist System
This warning light alerts you when you stray from your intended lane, and the system takes corrective action.
Automatic High Beam Headlights
The indicator light advises that the high-beam headlights have been automatically turned on.
Fog Lights On
An indicator light that your fog lamps are onÂ
Auto Idle Stop
This light indicates that the engine shut-off system is working as it should.
Washer Fluid Level Low
You're running low on windshield washer fluid, and it's time to top it up.
Brake System Failure
When this red warning light appears, it means there is a serious issue with the brakes . Pull over immediately and seek roadside assistance to have your vehicle towed to the nearest authorized Mazda repair facility.
Turn Signals
Green arrow symbols light up when your turn signals are on.
Exterior Lights
Your Mazda exterior lights are on; best turn them off if not needed to prevent draining the battery.
Low Coolant Temperature
Select Mazda models display this when your vehicle's engine is started for the first time showing that the coolant temperature has not reached operating temperature.
Low Fuel
Lights up when your gas is running low.
Supplemental Restraint System
This indicates a possible malfunction with the airbags. Correct this problem immediately, as you are at risk if they do not deploy in an accident.
Fixing Mazda Dashboard Lights
If any of the Mazda dashboard lights turn on/flash, the system may have malfunctioned, or there may be a serious mechanical issue. If the problem cannot be resolved by the driver, it is advisable to contact an authorized Mazda service facility to avoid any safety risks and mechanical failures.
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Schedule Your Service with Central Mazda
Contact Central Mazda in Plainfield, CT, your go to Mazda dealership if anything should go wrong with your Mazda or when you need to schedule any regular maintenance.
Schedule an appointment with our service center for the most convenient service experience by our factory trained technicians who know your Mazda best.
