Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Tcs/DSC Indicator Light
Purpose/Function
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The TCS/DSC indicator light, built into the instrument cluster, informs the driver of the following vehicle conditions.
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TCS is operating. (Drive wheel is slipping.)
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DSC is operating. (Vehicle side-slip condition.)
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Roll over mitigation (ROM) is operating.
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DSC system malfunction.
Operation
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When the DSC system and CAN lines are normal, the TCS/DSC indicator light illuminates for approx. 3.0 s when the ignition is switched to ON to check the light function. When the system is malfunctioning, the TCS/DSC indicator light remains illuminated.
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When the TCS, DSC or roll over mitigation (ROM) are non-operational, operational and malfunctioning, the TCS/DSC indicator light operates according to the following table.
TCS/DSC indicator light operation
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Item |
TCS/DSC indicator light |
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TCS, DSC, and roll over mitigation (ROM) not operating
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Not illuminated |
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TCS operating
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Flashes (0.5 s intervals) |
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DSC operating
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Roll over mitigation (ROM) operating
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DSC system malfunction
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Illuminated |
Fail-safe
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Function not equipped.
Tcs Off Switch, Tcs Off Indicator Light
Purpose/Function
The TCS OFF switch, located on the dashboard, allows for optionally enabling/disabling
the TCS control at driver discretion.
The TCS OFF indicator light, built ...
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light
Purpose, Function
The tire pressure monitoring system warning light notifies the driver that
it was determined that a tire pressure has decreased below the specified value
based on the in ...
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Pressure Sensor [Two Step Deployment Control System]
Purpose
The pressure sensor determines at an earlier stage whether to detonate the
air bag on the side of the vehicle (around front door) receiving an impact.
This is for improved accuracy of the side air bag operation (deployment).
Function
When the vehicle is involved in ...
Oil Pump Removal/Installation
WARNING:
Hot engines and engine oil can cause severe burns. Turn off the engine and
wait until it and the engine oil have cooled.
A vehicle that is lifted but not securely supported on safety stands is dangerous.
It can slip or fall, causing death or serious injury. Never work ...
Thermostat
Purpose, Function
When the engine coolant temperature is low, the thermostat blocks the engine
coolant passage between the radiator and engine. As a result, because engine
coolant cycles without passing through the radiator, warming is promoted.
Construction
The thermostat ...
