Fasten the belt, close the driver's door, release the parking brake, press AUTO HOLD, and wait for the active HOLD indicator before lifting off the brake.
Check that your vehicle has it.
Verified in the 2025 Mazda3 manual for models fitted with the AUTO HOLD switch; check the console control rather than assuming equipment from body style alone.
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Published availability and qualifications
Verified in the 2025 Mazda3 manual for models fitted with the AUTO HOLD switch; check the console control rather than assuming equipment from body style alone.
- 2025 U.S. Mazda3 Sedan and Hatchback gasoline models equipped with the AUTO HOLD switch
Know what kind of control to look for.
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Step by step.
- 01
Start the engine, fasten the driver's belt, close the driver's door and release the parking brake.
- 02
Press AUTO HOLD and confirm standby is indicated.
- 03
Brake to a complete stop and wait for the active HOLD indication.
- 04
Only then lift your foot from the brake while continuing to monitor traffic.
- 05
Press the accelerator to release the hold or cancel AUTOHOLD standby when no longer wanted.
Important limits
- AUTOHOLD is not a parking brake and does not remove the driver's responsibility to control the vehicle.
- Do not rely on it on steep grades or slippery surfaces.
- The electric parking brake may engage automatically after about ten minutes or when the engine is turned off.
Quick checks.
- ✓If standby is unavailable, buckle the driver, close the driver's door and release the parking brake.
- ✓If HOLD does not become active, keep the brake pedal pressed.
- ✓If a warning remains, discontinue the feature and have the braking system checked.
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2025 Mazda3 Digital Owner's Manual — AUTOHOLD
Relevant section or page: AUTOHOLD — How to Use AUTOHOLD. We use the written official source to determine the steps and applicability shown above.
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