Mazda CX-5 - I-Stop Í

i-stop
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The i-stop function automatically stops the engine when the vehicle is stopped at a traffic
light or stuck in traffic, and then restarts the engine automatically to resume driving. The
system provides improved fuel economy, reduced exhaust gas emissions, and eliminates
idling noise while the engine is stopped.
Engine idle stopping and restarting
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The i-stop indicator light (green) turns on under the following conditions:
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When engine idling is stopped.
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(Except European model)
Engine idling stop condition s are met while the vehicle is being drive n.
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The i-stop indicator light (green) turns off when the engine is restarted.
Manual transaxle
1. Stop the vehicle by depressing the brake pedal and then the clutch pedal.
2. While depressing the clutch pedal, shift the shift lever to the neutral position. Engine
idling stops after the clutch pedal is released.
3. The engine restarts automatically when the clutch pedal is depressed.
Automatic transaxle
1. Engine idling stops when the brake pedal is depressed while the vehicle is driven
(except for driving in the R or M position second gear fixed mode) and the vehicle is
stopped.
2. The engine restarts automatically when the brake pedal is released with the selector
lever in the D or M position (not in second gear fixed mode).
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When Driving
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Some models.
Start/Stop Engine