2020 Mazda CX-3 Instrument Cluster and Display | How to use
The 2020 Mazda CX-3 features a sophisticated Instrument Cluster and Display system that seamlessly blends advanced technology and user-friendly functionality. This innovative feature is intended to improve the driving experience by providing drivers with important information in a clear and intuitive manner. In this guide, we will look at the key components of the 2020 Mazda CX-3’s instrument cluster and display, as well as how to get the most out of it. The instrument cluster is the focal point of the driver’s view, with a vibrant and customizable display that provides important information at a glance. The cluster displays a comprehensive overview of the vehicle’s status, including speed and fuel levels, navigation prompts, and safety alerts. The user-friendly interface allows drivers to easily access important information, resulting in a safer and more enjoyable driving experience.
2023 MAZDA CX-3 Specs, Price, Features, Mileage (Brochure)
Instrument Cluster and Display
Meters and Gauges
Instrument Cluster
Type A (With Multi-information Display)
Type C
(Analog Speed Meter Type (Without Tachometer)
- Speedometer.
- Odometer, Trip Meter and Trip Meter Selector
- Tachometer
- Fuel Gauge..
- Dashboard Illumination.
- Outside Temperature Display
- Cruise Control Set Vehicle Speed Display
- Trip Computer and INFO Switch
- Active Driving Display.
- Trip Computer and INFO Switch
- Speed Unit Selector
- Odometer, Trip Meter, Trip Computer and Trip Meter Selector
Speedometer
The speedometer indicates the speed of the vehicle.
NOTE
(Analog speedometer type)
If a few seconds have elapsed after switching the ignition off, the needle may deviate. However, this does not indicate a problem.
Speed Unit Selector (Digital
Speedometer)*
In some countries, you may have to change the speed units between km/h and mph.
Press the speed unit selector for 1.5 seconds or more.
The speed units for the speedometer will change between km/h and mph.
Odometer, Trip Meter and Trip Meter Selector
The display mode can be changed from odometer to trip meter A to trip meter B and then back to odometer by pressing the selector while one of them is displayed. The selected mode will be displayed.
Odometer
The odometer records the total distance the vehicle has been driven.
Trip meter
The trip meter can record the total distance of two trips. One is recorded in trip meter A, and the other is recorded in trip meter B.
For instance, trip meter A can record the distance from the point of origin, and trip meter B can record the distance from where the fuel tank is filled.
When trip meter A is selected, pressing the selector again within one second will change to trip meter B mode.
When trip meter A is selected, TRIP A will be displayed. When trip meter B is selected, TRIP B will be displayed.
The trip meter records the total distance the vehicle is driven until the meter is again reset. Return it to “0.0” by depressing and holding the selector for one second or more. Use this meter to measure trip distances and to compute fuel consumption.
NOTE
- (Vehicles with type B audio)
If TRIP A is reset using the trip meter when the function which synchronizes (resets) the fuel economy monitor and the trip meter (TRIP A) is on, the fuel economy data resets in conjunction with TRIP A. - Only the trip meters record tenths of kilometers (miles).
- The trip record will be erased when:
- The power supply is interrupted (blown fuse or the battery is disconnected).
- The vehicle is driven over 9999.9 km (mile).
Odometer, Trip Meter, Trip Computer and Trip Meter Selector*
The display mode can be changed between trip meter A and trip meter B by pressing the selector while one of them is displayed. The selected mode will be displayed.
NOTE
When the ignition is switched to ACC or off, the odometer or trip meters cannot be displayed, however, pressing the selector can inadvertently switch the trip meters or reset them during an approximate ten-minute period in the following cases:
- After the ignition is switched to off from ON.
- After the driver’s door is opened.
Odometer
The odometer records the total distance the vehicle has been driven.
Trip meter
- The trip meter can record the total distance of two trips. One is recorded in trip meter A, and the other is recorded in trip meter B.
- For instance, trip meter A can record the distance from the point of origin, and trip meter B can record the distance from where the fuel tank is filled.
- When trip meter A is selected, pressing the selector again within one second will change to trip meter B mode.
- When trip meter A is selected, TRIP A will be displayed. When trip meter B is selected, TRIP B will be displayed.
- The trip meter records the total distance the vehicle is driven until the meter is again reset.
- Return it to “0.0” by depressing and holding the selector for one second or more. Use this meter to measure trip distances and to compute fuel consumption.
NOTE
- (Vehicles with type B audio)
If the fuel economy data is reset using the fuel economy monitor, or trip A is reset using the trip meter when the function which synchronizes the fuel economy monitor and the trip meter is on, the fuel economy data and trip A are reset simultaneously.
Refer to Fuel Economy Monitor on. - Only the trip meters record tenths of kilometers (miles).
- The trip record will be erased when:
- The power supply is interrupted (blown fuse or the battery is disconnected).
- The vehicle is driven over 9999.9 km (mile).
Trip Computer
The following information can be selected by pressing the selector with the ignition switched ON.
- Approximate distance you can travel on the available fuel
- Current fuel economy
If you have any problems with your trip computer, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Distance-to-empty mode
This mode displays the approximate distance you can travel on the remaining fuel based on the fuel economy.
The distance-to-empty will be calculated and displayed every second.
NOTE
- Even though the distance-to-empty display may indicate a sufficient amount of remaining driving distance before refuelling is required, refuel as soon as possible if the fuel level is very low or the low fuel warning light illuminates.
- The display may not change unless you add more than approximately 9 L (2.3 US gal, 1.9 Imp gal) of fuel.
- The distance-to-empty is the approximate remaining distance the vehicle can be driven until all the graduation marks in the fuel gauge indicating the remaining fuel supply disappear.
If there is no past fuel economy information such as after first purchasing your vehicle or the information is deleted when the battery cables are disconnected, the actual distance-to empty/range may differ from the amount indicated.
Current fuel economy mode
This mode displays the current fuel economy by calculating the amount of fuel consumption and the distance traveled. Current fuel economy will be calculated and displayed every 2 seconds.
When you’ve slowed to about 5 km/h (3 mph), – – – L/100 km (- – – mpg) will be displayed.
Tachometer*
The tachometer shows engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute (rpm).
CAUTION
Do not run the engine with the tachometer needle in the RED ZONE.
This may cause severe engine damage.
Type A
NOTE
When the tachometer needle enters the STRIPED ZONE, this indicates to the driver that the gears should be shifted before entering the RED ZONE.
Fuel Gauge
The fuel gauge shows approximately how much fuel is remaining in the tank when the ignition is switched ON. We recommend keeping the tank over 1/4 full.
If the low fuel warning light illuminates or the fuel level is very low, refuel as soon as possible.
If inconsistency in engine performance or stalling occurs due to low fuel level conditions, refuel the vehicle as soon as
possible and add at least 10 L (2.7 US gal, 2.2 Imp gal) of fuel.
NOTE
- After refueling, it may require some time for the indicator to stabilize. In addition, the indicator may deviate while driving on a slope or curve since the fuel moves in the tank.
- The display indicating a quarter or less remaining fuel has more segments to show the remaining fuel level in greater detail.
- The direction of the arrow ( ) indicates
that the fuel-filler lid is on the left side
of the vehicle.
Dashboard Illumination
(Without auto-light control)
When the position lights are turned on with the ignition switched ON, the brightness of the dashboard illumination is dimmed.
(With auto-light control)
When the position lights are turned on with the ignition switched ON, the brightness of the dashboard illumination is dimmed. However, when the light sensor detects that the surrounding area is bright such as when the position lights are turned on in the daytime, the dashboard illumination does not dim.
NOTE
- (With auto-light control)
When the ignition is switched ON in the early evening or at dusk, the dashboard illumination is dimmed for several seconds until the light sensor detects the brightness of the surrounding area, however, the dimmer may cancel after the brightness is detected.
- When the position lights are turned on, the position lights indicator light in the instrument cluster turns on.
The brightness of the instrument cluster and dashboard illuminations can be adjusted by rotating the knob.
- The brightness decreases by rotating the knob to the left. A beep sound will be heard when the knob has been rotated to the maximum dim position.
- The brightness increases by rotating the knob to the right.
Dim
Function for cancelling illumination dimmer
The illumination dimmer can be canceled by rotating the dashboard illumination knob to the right until a beep sound is heard while the instrument cluster is dimmed with the ignition switched ON. If the instrument cluster’s visibility is reduced due to glare from surrounding brightness, cancel the illumination dimmer.
NOTE
- When the illumination dimmer is cancelled, the instrument cluster cannot be dimmed even if the position lights are turned on.
- When the illumination dimmer is cancelled, the screen in the centre display switches to a constant display of the daytime screen.
Outside Temperature Display
When the ignition is switched ON, the outside temperature is displayed.
NOTE
- Under the following conditions, the outside temperature display may differ from the actual outside temperature depending on the surroundings and vehicle conditions:
- Significantly cold or hot temperatures.
- Sudden changes in outside temperature.
- The vehicle is parked.
- The vehicle is driven at low speeds.
Changing the Temperature Unit of the Outside Temperature Display (Vehicles with Type B audio)
The outside temperature unit can be switched between Celsius and Fahrenheit. Settings can be changed by operating the center display screen.
NOTE
When the temperature unit indicated in the outside temperature display is changed, the temperature unit indicated in the engine coolant gauge display changes in conjunction with it.
Cruise Control Set Vehicle Speed Display*
The vehicle speed preset using the cruise control is displayed.
Trip Computer and INFO Switch*
The following information can be selected by pressing the INFO switch with the ignition switched ON.
- Distance-to-empty mode
- Average fuel economy mode
- Current fuel economy mode
- Average vehicle speed
If you have any problems with your trip computer, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Distance-to-empty mode
This mode displays the approximate distance you can travel on the remaining fuel based on the fuel economy.
The distance-to-empty will be calculated and displayed every second.
NOTE
- Even though the distance-to-empty display may indicate a sufficient amount of remaining driving distance before refuelling is required, refuel as soon as possible if the fuel level is very low or the low fuel warning light illuminates.
- The display may not change unless you add more than approximately 9 L (2.3 US gal, 1.9 Imp gal) of fuel.
- The distance to empty is the approximate remaining distance the vehicle can be driven until all the graduation marks in the fuel gauge
(indicating the remaining fuel supply) disappear. - If there is no past fuel economy information such as after first purchasing your vehicle or the information is deleted when the battery cables are disconnected, the actual distance-to empty/range may differ from the amount indicated.
Average fuel economy mode
This mode displays the average fuel economy by calculating the total travelled distance and the total fuel consumption since the vehicle was purchased or the past data was reset. The average fuel economy is calculated and displayed every minute.
To clear the data being displayed, press the INFO switch for more than 1.5 seconds or longer.
After resetting the data, – – – L/100 km
(- – – mpg) is displayed for one minute before the fuel economy is recalculated and displayed.
NOTE
(Vehicles with type B audio)
If TRIP A is reset using the trip meter when the function which synchronizes
(resets) the fuel economy monitor and the trip meter (TRIP A) is on, the displayed past data is reset.
Current fuel economy mode
This mode displays the current fuel economy by calculating the amount of fuel consumption and the distance travelled.
Current fuel economy will be calculated and displayed every 2 seconds.
When you’ve slowed to about 5 km/h (3 mph), – – – L/100 km (- – – mpg) will be displayed.
Average vehicle speed mode
This mode displays the average vehicle speed by calculating the distance and the time traveled since connecting the battery or resetting the data.
Average vehicle speed will be calculated and displayed every 10 seconds.
To clear the data being displayed, press the INFO switch for more than 1.5 seconds. After pressing the INFO switch, – – – km/h (- – – mph) will be displayed for about 1 minute before the vehicle speed is recalculated and displayed.
FAQs
To customize the information displayed on the instrument cluster, use the controls on the steering wheel. Navigate through the menu options to choose and customize the information you want to see, such as trip data, fuel efficiency, or navigation details.
The 2020 Mazda CX-3 may have different display themes. Refer to your vehicle’s user manual for instructions on changing the theme or color settings of the instrument cluster.
To reset the trip odometer on the instrument cluster, locate the reset button, which is usually located on the cluster or steering wheel. Push and hold the button to reset the trip odometer to zero.
The central display screen allows access to infotainment, connectivity, and vehicle settings. To navigate menus, select options, and customize settings, use the touchscreen or control knob (as applicable).
To connect your smartphone to the Mazda CX-3’s display for hands-free operation, enable Bluetooth on both the smartphone and the car’s infotainment system. To pair your device, follow the on-screen prompts. Once connected, you can make calls, listen to music, and navigate using the display.
Some vehicles have a night mode that adjusts the brightness and color of the instrument cluster to improve visibility at night. Check your user manual for instructions on how to enable night mode.
If your smartphone is Bluetooth-enabled, the Mazda CX-3 may support text message integration. Follow the on-screen instructions to view and respond to messages hands-free.
To access real-time traffic information on the navigation display, update your navigation system and subscribe to a real-time traffic service if supported by your vehicle. The system will then display traffic data and recommend alternate routes.
If the instrument cluster displays a warning light, refer to your owner’s manual to identify it and take the recommended actions. Some lights may indicate a minor problem, while others may necessitate immediate assistance from a professional.
For more information, navigate the settings menu or consult the user manual.
Access brightness settings in the display or vehicle settings menu. Adjust the brightness to your preference; some vehicles may also have an automatic brightness adjustment feature.
Depending on the model and configuration, the instrument cluster may include a digital speedometer option. Check the user manual or speak with your dealer to learn how to enable it.
If your Mazda CX-3 has a heads-up display, you may have the option to customize the information displayed. Instructions can be found in the user manual or the controls in the instrument cluster.
Check the Mazda website or contact your dealership for more information on software updates. Follow the instructions to ensure that your instrument cluster and display system have the most recent software.
If your central display freezes or malfunctions, restart the vehicle or reset the infotainment system. If the problem persists, consult your owner’s manual for troubleshooting advice or contact the Mazda service center for assistance.
Useful Links
View Full PDF: Mazda CX-3 2020 User Manual| Auto User Guide