2007 Mazda MAZDA3 Owner's Manual - Page 148

Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page147 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (147,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Press the switch again to turn the TCS/ DSC back on. The DSC OFF indicator light will go out. NOTE l Tire Pressure Monitoring System í The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) monitors the pressure for each tire. If tire pressure is too low in one or more tires, the system will inform the driver via the warning light in the instrument panel and by the warning beep sound. The tire pressure sensors installed on each wheel send tire pressure data by radio signal to the receiver unit in the vehicle. When DSC is on and you attempt to free the vehicle when it is stuck, or drive it out of freshly fallen snow, the TCS (part of the DSC system) will activate. Depressing the accelerator will not increase engine power and freeing the vehicle may be difficult. When this happens, turn off the TCS/ DSC. If the TCS/DSC is off when the engine is turned off, it automatically activates when the ignition switch is turned on. Leaving the TCS/DSC on will provide the best stability. l l Tire pressure sensors NOTE When the ambient temperature is low due to seasonal changes, tire temperatures are also lower. If the tire temperature lowers, the air pressure lowers as well, and the TPMS warning light illuminates more frequently. Inspect the tire pressure daily before driving, and check the tire pressures monthly with a tire pressure gauge. When checking the tire pressures, use of a digital tire pressure gauge is recommended. í Some models. 5-25 Form No.8V66-EA-06F