2025 Mazda CX-70 Warning Lights and Indicator Owner’s Manual
The complete warning light and indicator system of the 2025 Mazda CX-70 informs drivers of critical vehicle status. Quick identification of warnings for low fuel, low tyre pressure and other system problems is ensured by simple and clear symbols. With a focus on security and comfort, the warning lights on the CX-70 increase assurance on every trip.
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Warning/Indicator Light Turns On
Warning Lights
If any warning/indicator light turns on/flashes, take appropriate action for each light.
WARNING
If the warning light/indicator light turns on or flashes, park the vehicle in a safe place immediately and take appropriate measures. Continuing to drive the vehicle while ignoring the illumination/flashing of the warning light/indicator light is dangerous because a problem may occur to a vehicle system, the engine may be damaged, or it could lead to an accident. The details for some warnings can be viewed on the center display or instrument cluster.
Checking Using the Center Display
- Select “Information” on the home screen.
- Select “Vehicle Status Monitor”.
- Select the applicable warning to view the warning details.
Checking Using the Instrument Cluster
Press the INFO switch on the steering switch to display the warning indication screen.
Brake System Warning Light
This warning has the following functions:
Warning light inspection
For an operation check, make sure that the light turns on when the vehicle power is switched on, and turns off a few seconds later or when the engine is started.
When the light turns on
The light turns on continuously if any one of the following occurs:
- Insufficient brake fluid
- Brake system (electronic brake force distribution system) has a problem
Park the vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
WARNING
Do not drive with the brake system warning light illuminated. Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the brakes inspected as soon as possible. Driving with the brake system warning light illuminated is dangerous. It indicates that your brakes may not work at all or that they could completely fail at any time. If this light remains illuminated, after checking that the parking brake is fully released, have the brakes inspected immediately. If the brake system warning light and the ABS warning light 
turn on at the same time, stop the vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer. The rear wheels could lock more quickly in an emergency stop than under normal circumstances which could result in an accident.
CAUTION
- In addition, the effectiveness of the braking may diminish so you may need to depress the brake pedal more strongly than normal to stop the vehicle.
- The brake warning light may turn on when the engine is started. In this case, park the vehicle in a safe location and release the brake pedal.
Charging System Warning Light
The light turns on if the charging system has a problem. Park the vehicle in a safe place immediately.
WARNING
Do not continue driving with the charging system warning light turned on: Otherwise, the engine may stop, which could result in an accident.
Hybrid System Warning Light
The light turns on if the hybrid system has a problem.
Engine Oil Warning Light
The light turns on when the engine oil pressure decreases.
CAUTION
Do not drive the vehicle with the engine oil warning light turned on. Driving the vehicle with decreased engine oil pressure may cause engine damage.
High Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
The light turns on if the engine coolant temperature has increased excessively. Check the contents of the message displayed and take the necessary action.
CAUTION
Do not drive the vehicle with the high engine coolant temperature warning light turned on. Driving the vehicle with the engine not cooled down may cause engine damage.
Electric Power Steering Warning Light
The warning light turns on if the electric power steering has a malfunction. If the warning light turns on, stop the vehicle in a safe place and switch the vehicle power OFF. There is no problem if the warning light turns off when the engine is restarted after some time has passed.
NOTE
- If the warning light turns on, the electric power steering will not operate normally. In this case, the steering wheel can still be operated, however, the operation may feel heavy compared to normal.
- Repeatedly jerking the steering wheel left and right while the vehicle is stopped or moving extremely slowly will cause the power steering system to go into protective mode which will make the steering feel heavy, but this does not indicate a problem. If this occurs, park the vehicle safely and do not operate the steering wheel. The system will return to normal after a few minutes.
Shift System Warning Light
The light turns on if the shift system has a problem. Park the vehicle in a safe place immediately. Always apply the parking brake when parking or stopping the vehicle, as it may not be possible to hold the vehicle in a stopped position even with the selector lever in the P position. In addition, the engine may not start again if it is stopped.
ABS Warning Light
The light remains on if the system has a problem.
WARNING
If the brake system warning light and the ABS warning 
light turn on at the same time, stop the vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer. The rear wheels could lock more quickly in an emergency stop than under normal circumstances which could result in an accident.
Master Warning Light
The light turns on if the system has a problem. Check the contents of the message displayed on the center display or in the instrument cluster and take the necessary action.
Brake Control System Warning Light
The light turns on if the system has a problem.
Electric Parking Brake (EPB) Indicator Light
The light turns on when applying the parking brake and it turns off when releasing the parking brake.
Parking brake warning/Indicator light inspection
The light illuminates when the parking brake is applied with the vehicle power switched to START or ON. It turns off when the parking brake is released.
Turning on
If the light remains on even with the electric parking brake (EPB) switch turned off, the system may have malfunction. Have the vehicle inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Flashing
The light flashes if the system has a problem. If the light remains flashing even if the electric parking brake (EPB) switch is pressed, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
Check Engine Warning Light
WARNING
Do not disconnect the lead-acid battery cables when the check engine warning light is turned on/flashing. The engine may be damaged when reconnecting the lead-acid battery cables, which could result in a fire. The light turns on if the engine has a problem while it is running. Park the vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer. If any of the following problems occur, the check engine warning light turns on.
- There is a problem with the engine control system
- There is a problem with the emission control system
- There is a problem with the transmission control system
- There is a problem with the M Hybrid Boost
- The fuel tank level is very low or approaching empty.
- The fuel-filler cap is missing or not tightened securely
If the check engine warning light remains turned on/flashing, do not drive at high speed and have the vehicle inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
i-stop Warning Light (Amber)
After the engine is started, the light turns on/flashes continuously if the system has a problem. Have the vehicle inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Automatic Transmission Warning Light
The light turns on if the system has a problem.
CAUTION
Do not drive the vehicle with the automatic transmission warning light turned on. If the vehicle continues to be driven while the automatic transmission warning light is turned on, the transmission could be damaged.
AWD Warning Light
The light turns on if the system has a problem or if the tire sizes do not match. Check the contents of the message displayed and take the necessary action.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning Light (Flashing)
The light flashes if there is a malfunction in the system.
WARNING
- Do not drive the vehicle at high speeds if the TPMS warning light turns on or flashes:
Driving the vehicle at high speeds while the TPMS warning light is turned on or flashing is dangerous because the brake performance and the steering wheel operability will be reduced. If the vehicle is driven at high speeds or the brakes are suddenly applied, it could lead to an accident. Gradually apply the brakes to lower the vehicle’s speed. - Do not ignore the TPMS warning light when it is turned on or flashing:
Continuing to drive the vehicle while ignoring the illumination/flashing of the TPMS warning light is dangerous because a tire may burst which could lead to an accident. Take appropriate measures as soon as possible.
TCS/DSC Indicator Light (Turns on)
There may be a problem with the DSC, TCS, or Hill Launch Assist (HLA) under the following conditions.
- The light does not turn on or remains on even if the vehicle power is switched ON.
- It turns on while driving the vehicle.
Air Bag/Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Light
A problem in the system might be indicated under the following conditions.
- Does not turn on even if the vehicle power is switched ON.
- Remains turned-on/flashing.
WARNING
Never tamper with the air bag/pretensioner systems and always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform all servicing and repairs. Self-servicing or tampering with the systems is dangerous. An air bag/ pretensioner could accidentally activate or become disabled causing serious injury or death.
KEY Warning Light (Red)
The light turns on if the system has a problem or if the key is out of the operation range. Check the contents of the message displayed and take the necessary action.
Security Indicator Light
If the security indicator light turns on/ flashes while driving, do not stop the engine (leave it operating) and have the vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. If you stop the engine , you may not be able to start it again. If the engine cannot be started, switch the vehicle power OFF, place the key in another position within the operation range, and then restart the engine. Check the security indicator light and if it does not turn off, such as it remains on or flashes, switch the vehicle power OFF, wait for a while, and then restart the engine.
High Beam Control System (HBC) Warning Light (Amber)
The light turns on if the system has a problem.
i-ACTIVSENSE Warning Light
The light turns on if any i-ACTIVSENSE-related system has a problem. Check the contents of the message displayed and take the necessary action.
Exterior Lights Warning Light
The light turns on if the exterior lights (not including the license plate lights) has a problem.
CAUTION
Do not drive the vehicle while an exterior light has malfunctioned. Poor visibility, and not being able to signal braking and turns may cause an accident. In addition, if the vehicle is driven with the lights not turned on, it may conflict with laws and regulations due to poor maintenance.
Low Fuel Warning Light
The light turns on/flashes when the remaining fuel in the tank is near empty. When the light flashes, a warning sound is activated. Refuel immediately.
NOTE
The light illumination timing may vary because fuel inside the fuel tank moves around according to the driving conditions and the vehicle posture.
Check Fuel Cap Warning Light
If the check fuel cap warning light illuminates while driving, the fuel-filler cap may not be installed properly. Stop the engine and reinstall the fuel-filler cap.
Engine Oil Level Warning Light
This warning light indicates that the engine oil level is around the MINmark.
CAUTION
Do not continue to drive the vehicle with the engine oil level warning light turned on. If the vehicle continues to be driven with an insufficient amount of engine oil, it could cause damage to the engine. Add 1 L (0.26 US gal, 0.22 Imp gal) of engine oil (page 9-18).
Seat Belt Warning Light
- (Front Seat)
- (Except Mexico)
The warning light flashes for about 6 seconds if the driver or front passenger’s seat is occupied and the seat belt is not fastened with the vehicle power switched ON. If the driver or front passenger’s seat belt is unfastened (only when the front passenger’s seat is occupied) and if the vehicle is driven at about 20 km/h (12 mph) or faster, or about 10 km/h (6 mph) or faster for a continuous 30 seconds, with the seat belt unfastened, the warning light flashes for a certain period. After a short time, the warning light stops flashing, but remains illuminated. In addition, when the warning light flashes, a warning sound is activated. Wear the seat belt.
NOTE
- Placing heavy items on the front passenger’s seat may cause the front passenger’s seat belt warning function to operate depending on the weight of the item.
- To allow the sensor that detects an occupant to function properly, do not sit on the front passenger’s seat with a cushion or other object on it. The sensor may not function properly because the additional seat cushion could cause sensor interference.
- If a small child is seated on the front passenger’s seat, the warning light may not operate.
(Mexico)
The warning light turns on if the driver or front passenger’s seat is occupied and the seat belt is not fastened with the vehicle power switched ON. If the driver or front passenger’s seat belt is unfastened (only when the front passenger’s seat is occupied) and if the vehicle is driven at about 20 km/h (12 mph) or faster, the warning light flashes for a certain period. After a short time, the warning light stops flashing but remains illuminated. In addition, when the warning light flashes, a warning sound is activated. Wear the seat belt.
NOTE
- Placing heavy items on the front passenger’s seat may cause the front passenger’s seat belt warning function to operate depending on the weight of the item.
- To allow the sensor that detects an occupant to function properly, do not sit on the front passenger’s seat with a cushion or other object on it. The sensor may not function properly because the additional seat cushion could cause sensor interference.
- If a small child is seated on the front passenger’s seat, the warning light may not operate.
Seat Belt Warning Light (Rear Seat) (Red)
When the vehicle power is switched ON, the warning lights turn on if the seat belts are not fastened.*1 After the engine is started, the warning lights turn off after a short period of time. In addition, if a fastened seat belt is unfastened, the warning light flashes for a short period of time and then turns off. When the warning light flashes, a warning sound is activated. Wear the seat belt.
- 1 The warning light also turns on when the rear seat is unoccupied.
Rear Seat Alert Warning Light*
The warning light turns on continuously if the system has a problem. Have the vehicle inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Low Washer Fluid Amount Warning Light*
The light turns on if the amount of washer fluid is low when the vehicle power is switched ON. Add washer fluid.
Door-ajar Warning Light/ Liftgate-open Warning Light/Hood-open Warning Light
The light turns on if any door/liftgate/ hood is not closed securely. In addition, the warning sound is activated if any door/liftgate is not closed and the vehicle is driven. Close the door/liftgate/hood securely.
KEY Indicator Light (Green) (Flashing)
The light flashes if the battery power of the key is low when the vehicle power is switched from ON to OFF. Replace the key battery
Wrench Indicator Light
The wrench indication/indicator light is displayed/turns on under the following conditions.
- When the preset maintenance period has arrived.
CAUTION
- When the maintenance period arrives, have your vehicle inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. If maintenance is neglected, a decrease in vehicle performance may occur which could cause damage. Have your vehicle inspected before the maintenance period arrives.
- If the vehicle continues to be driven after the engine oil replacement period has passed, it could cause damage to the engine. Replace the engine oil before the maintenance period arrives.
NOTE
- The wrench indication/indicator light may display/turn on earlier than the preset period depending on vehicle usage conditions.
FAQs
The check engine light indicates potential issues with the engine’s performance or emissions system that require attention.
If the battery light turns on, it suggests a problem with the charging system. It’s advisable to have the electrical system inspected as soon as possible.
The tire pressure warning light illuminates when there’s a significant variance in tire pressure among the tires, signaling the need for inflation or possible puncture.
The ABS warning light indicates a malfunction in the anti-lock braking system, potentially affecting its ability to prevent wheel lock-up during braking.
If the oil pressure warning light flickers, it suggests low oil pressure, which can lead to engine damage. Immediately pull over, turn off the engine, and check the oil level.
The traction control warning light comes on when the system detects wheel slippage, signaling that traction control is actively working to maintain stability.
The airbag warning light suggests a malfunction in the airbag system, necessitating immediate inspection to ensure proper deployment in the event of a collision.
If the temperature warning light turns on, it signifies overheating. Safely pull over, turn off the engine, and allow it to cool before investigating the cause, which may include low coolant levels or a malfunctioning cooling system.
The fuel warning light alerts the driver to low fuel levels, prompting a visit to the nearest gas station to refuel.
The windshield washer fluid warning light activates when the washer fluid reservoir is low, reminding the driver to refill it for clear visibility.
The power steering warning light indicates a potential issue with the power steering system, such as low fluid levels or a malfunction, requiring immediate inspection.
If the brake system warning light comes on, it suggests a problem with the braking system, necessitating prompt attention to ensure safe braking performance.
The ESC warning light signals a malfunction in the electronic stability control system, which helps maintain vehicle stability during cornering or evasive maneuvers.
The engine oil level warning light alerts the driver to low engine oil levels, advising immediate action to prevent potential engine damage.
The glow plug indicator light indicates that the glow plugs are preheating the combustion chambers in a diesel engine, ensuring smooth starts in cold weather conditions.
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