If Trouble Arises

When Liftgate Cannot be Opened

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When Liftgate Cannot be Opened

If the battery is dead, the liftgate cannot be unlocked and opened.

In this case, the liftgate can be unlocked by taking care of the dead battery situation.

If the liftgate cannot be unlocked even if the dead battery situation has been resolved, the electrical system may have a malfunction.

In this case, the liftgate can be opened using the following procedure as an emergency measure.

1. Wrap the end of a flathead screwdriver in a cloth and remove the cover on the interior surface of the liftgate using it.

When Liftgate Cannot be Opened

2. (Without power liftgate) Turn the lever to the right to unlock the liftgate.

When Liftgate Cannot be Opened

(With power liftgate) Push the liftgate while pressing the lever down.

When Liftgate Cannot be Opened

After performing this emergency measure, have the vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.

Active Driving Display Does Not Operate

If the Active Driving Display Does Not Operate

If the active driving display does not operate, switch the ignition off and then restart the engine. If the active driving display does not operate even with the engine restarted, have the vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

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