ACCELERATED WARM-UP SYSTEM (AWS)
Vehicle Starting:
Your vehicle is equipped with SKYACTIV combustion technology. This
technology includes
AWS
(Accelerated Warm-up System) for optimal
emission performance during cold starting conditions.
Cold Start (e.g., First start of the day on cold mornings):
Depress the brake (Automatic Trans.) or clutch (Manual Trans.), when the
key indicator light turns green
push the
START/STOP
button.
What you will notice:
On start-up, the engine speed and sound are
higher (1500 RPM) for 30 seconds to 1 minute to quickly bring the catalyst
to efficient operating temperature. The RPM will reduce to idle once the
temperature is achieved. This is normal engine operation under cold
start conditions.
NOTE:
You can drive the vehicle during AWS activation, no need to wait.
Normal Start (Emission components within optimal
temperature range):
Depress the brake (Automatic Trans.) or clutch (Manual Trans.), when the
key indicator light turns green
push the
START/STOP
button.
3
Key
STARTING THE ENGINE
While Carrying the Key…
• Start the engine
by pushing the START/STOP button, while
pushing the clutch pedal (manual transmission) or the brake pedal
(automatic transmission).
• Shut the engine OFF
by placing the vehicle in Park, then push the
START/STOP button.
• Activate Accessories (ACC)
by pushing the START/STOP button
once without pushing the clutch or brake pedal.
• To turn the ignition to the ON position,
push the START/STOP
button twice without pushing the clutch or brake pedal.
The key indicator light
in the instrument cluster will show
GREEN
(engine ready to start) when the key is detected and the clutch pedal (M/T)
or the brake pedal (A/T) is pushed. If the KEY warning light illuminates
RED
, or the START/STOP button indicator light flashes
AMbER
, this
could indicate a problem with the engine starting system and the inability
to start the engine or switch the ignition to ACC or ON. Have your vehicle
inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
