Mazda 2: i-ELOOP
i-ELOOP is a regenerative braking system. When you depress the brake pedal or
use
engine braking, the kinetic energy that occurs is converted to electrical energy
by the power
generator and the converted electrical energy is stored in the storage device.
The stored
electricity is used as power to charge the battery and the vehicle's electrical
devices.
- A variable voltage alternator is incorporated in the power generator
which converts
the kinetic energy to electricity and can generate electricity effi ciently
according to the
vehicle conditions.
- A capacitor is incorporated in the storage device used for storing the
generated electricity,
which can store large amounts of electricity instantly and be utilized
quickly.
- A DC-DC converter is incorporated which steps down the stored
electricity to voltage
useable by the vehicle's electrical devices.
CAUTION
High-current electricity fl ows through the following parts, therefore do
not touch them.
- Variable voltage alternator
- DC-DC converter
- Capacitor
NOTE
- A difference in the fuel economy may occur depending on how the
vehicle's electrical
devices are used.
- If the capacitor is to be disposed of, always consult an expert
repairer, we recommend
an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
For details, go to the following URL.
http://www.mazda.com/csr/environment/recycling
i-ELOOP Indicator Light/Control
Status Display
The driver is notifi ed of the i-ELOOP
power generating status and the vehicle
conditions by the i-ELOOP indicator light
(green) and the control status display.
i-ELOOP Indicator Light (Green)
(vehicle without type C/type D audio)
The light turns on during power
generation.
Control status display (vehicles with
type C/type D audio)
The i-ELOOP power generating status is
displayed in the centre display.
Refer to Control Status Display on page
4-90 .
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For vehicles with type C/type D audio, the Control Status, Fuel Consumption,
and
Effectiveness are switched and displayed by operating each icon in the display.
In addition, after completing a t
Drive selection is a system to switch the vehicle's drive mode. When the
sport mode is
selected, vehicle's response against accelerator operation is enhanced. Use the
sport mode
when higher vehi
Power steering is only operable when
the engine is running. If the engine is
off or if the power steering system is
inoperable, you can still steer, but it
requires more physical effort.
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i-stop OFF switch
Headlight Levelling switch
System Malfunction Location
Detection Condition
WARNING:
Detection conditions are for understanding the DTC outline before
performing an
inspection. Performing an inspection according to only the detection
conditions may
cause injury due to an operating error, or damage the system. When
p
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