BULLETIN NOTES
This service alert supersedes the previously issued service alert listed below. The changes are noted in Red text.
Previous Service Alert

Date(s) Issued:

SA-012/21

03/15/21, 02/22/21, 02/08/21 and 02/02/21

SA-007/20

11/30/20,10/19/20, 09/29/20, 08/03/20, 06/16/20, 05/22/20,
05/18/20, 04/14/20, 04/06/20, 03/11/20, 03/06/20, 02/27/20
, 02/18/20 and 01/10/20

SA-054/19

12/17/19 and 12/06/19

APPLICABLE MODEL(S)/VINS
2019-2021 Mazda3
2020-2021 CX-30
2021 CX-5
2021 CX-9
DESCRIPTION
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Index
General Questions
Setup and Getting Started
Registration / Enrollment
WI-FI General Information
WI-FI How-To
WI-FI Trial Period
Interacting With The App
Service Issues
Troubleshooting
Reception Level Inspection
Dealer Processes
Conditions for Remote Engine Start Will Not Function
Conditions for Remote Engine Start Function Will turn engine OFF
Educational Videos
Resources
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General Questions
FAQ

Answer

Like a personal assistant for your Mazda, access your vehicle's health
report, remotely start your engine, lock and unlock the doors and more
What is included
through the MyMazda app on your mobile device. All complimentary for the
in Connected Services? first three (3) years of ownership. The vehicle can also be equippped with
in-car Wi-Fi capabilities and provide access to emergency services
like automatic 911 dialing and roadside assistance.

Connected Services utilizes a built-in cellular data connection between the vehicle and the
MyMazda smartphone app, offering remote access to a variety of great features, including:
• Monitoring your vehicle status from nearly anywhere
• Remotely starting your vehicle from much farther away than key-fob-activated remote
start systems
• Using Vehicle Finder to more easily find your vehicle; especially helpful when parked in
a large, crowded parking lot.

What benefits come with
Connected Services?

On which vehicles is
Connected Services
available?

Connected Vehicle Services are available on the applicable models shown at the beginning of
this Service Alert.
Other models to feature Connected Services have yet to be announced.

How do I know my
Mazda supports
Connected Services?

Applicable models (all trims) support Connected Services. Signal strength can be checked on
the Mazda Connect center display.
On the Mazda Connect home screen, go to "Navigation" or "Entertainment" and look for the
telematics icon at the bottom right of the screen.

Is Connected Services
available on manual
transmission vehicles?

Yes, Connected Services features are available on manual transmission vehicles.
However, the remote engine start/stop feature is not available for manual transmission
vehicles.

When will the
free Connected
Services and Wi-Fi trial
periods be activated?

At time of RDR.
In the case of an RDR reversal, Mazda's systems will identify the final retail sales date for that
VIN and restart the clock for the 3-year free trial.

When can I get
Connected Service for
my 2019 Mazda3?

Available 10/16/2020. After CSP06 completion, Connected Service can be activated via the
MyMazda app after entering the VIN and reading the entire disclaimer before checking "I
Agree".

Setup and Getting Started
FAQ

Answer

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Is it mandatory to enroll in
Connected Services?

No, it is an optional service. However, if you do
want to use Connected Services features,
enrollment via the MyMazda app is required.

How can I opt out
of Connected Services?

If you are enrolled in Connected Services, you
may unsubscribe at any time via the MyMazda
app, using the following directions:
1. Go to “hamburger menu” (i.e., three vertical
lines icon) on the top right of the app screen
2. Tap MyMazda
3. Tap My Vehicle
4. Tap on “more options menu” (i.e., three
vertical dots icon) on the top right of the app
screen
5. Tap on “Unsubscribe Connected Services”
6. Confirm pop-up warning message

Is there a subscription
fee for Connected
Services?

Yes. While Connected Services is complimentary for the initial three (3) years from the
original vehicle purchase date (i.e., RDR date), there is a fee after the 3 years.
The subscription fee after the complimentary period has yet to be determined.
Connected Services collects a variety of data, including:
Information at registration:
• Personal information
Name
Address
Phone Number
Email
• Vehicle Information
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
Year & Model
Current Mileage
Miles Driven per Day
Driving Condition
Preferred Dealer
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What data does Connected
Services collect?

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Data transmitted from vehicle:
• Event of an Accident
Location of accident
Status of vehicle
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• Vehicle Warning Events
Location where vehicle warning was issued
Status of vehicle
• Vehicle Status
When the vehicle is turned off, the vehicle sends out status
information including fuel level, oil condition and warning lights
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Smartphone Device:
• IMEI (device ID) at login for security purposes
For more information:
Connected Services Terms & Conditions
Connected Services Privacy Policy
CV Important Notice (Secondary Driver)
Personal information is collected at the time of MyMazda app registration, including name,
address, telephone number, email address and VIN. For more information on the data
How does
collected by Connected Services, please refer to the Connected Services Terms &
Connected Services collect Conditions and Privacy Policy.
customer data?
Connected Services Terms & Conditions
Connected Services Privacy Policy
CV Important Notice (Secondary Driver)

What does Mazda do with
data collected
by Connected Services?

Anonymized information may be used for product quality, data analysis, research and
product development. For more information on the data collected by Connected Services,
refer to the Connected Services Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy. For more
information on the data collected by Connected Services, refer to the Connected Services
Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy.
Connected Services Terms & Conditions
Connected Services Privacy Policy
CV Important Notice (Secondary Driver)

All personal information and information that indirectly enables the customer identification
Will my data be
will be deleted. Anonymized information may be used for product quality, data analysis,
deleted when I
research, and product development. For example, data transmitted from your vehicle, such
unsubscribe
as Customer ID and VIN, will be stored and utilized by Mazda after being disconnected
from Connected Services?
from the customer information.

If I sell my Mazda, will the
next owner be able to see
my data?

No, the new vehicle owner will not be able to
view any of the previous owner’s data.

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Registration / Enrollment
FAQ

Answer

What if I’m already registered for If you’re already registered for a MyMazda account, you can simply enroll
a MyMazda account?
another eligible vehicle to take advantage of Connected Services.
How do I activate Connected
Services?

You can activate a Connected Services-equipped Mazda vehicle via the
MyMazda app. You will need to add your VIN and then read the entire disclaimer and
check "I Agree" or "I Disgree."

How do I enroll my vehicle in
Connected Services?

1. After registering for a MyMazda account, the
Select Vehicle screen will appear. Tap “Add
Vehicle” and follow the onscreen instructions to
add your vehicle.
2. To enroll in Connected Services, tap “Enroll” on
the “My Vehicles” screen.
3. On the Connected Services Enrollment screen,
tap Start to begin the enrollment process.

4. Switch the ignition ON in your Mazda vehicle.
5. Wait 30 seconds.
6. Tap Next.

7. Tap Request to receive authorization code on
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your vehicle’s Mazda Connect center display.

8. Enter the authorization code in the MyMazda
app, then tap Submit.
NOTE: If the authorization code was not received,
check the reception level strength on the mobile
device and vehicle. See Reception Level
Inspection. If weak, move to a location with good
strength and retry.
9. After enrollment is successfully processed and
the vehicle is connected, you will receive a push
notification.

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Simply take the following steps to enroll
another vehicle in Connected Services:
1. From the MENU, tap MyMazda
2. Tap My Vehicle
How do I enroll a new vehicle in
3. On the Action tab, tap Add Vehicle
Connected Services?
4. Tap Scan VIN and scan barcode with your
camera OR, if the barcode cannot be scanned, tap
Manually Enter VIN and enter the VIN
5. Tap VALIDATE

What should I do when I see a
“(400C04)” error message when
Wait several minutes and try again.
I try to enroll in Connected
Services?

Do I need an internet connection
Yes. The MyMazda app will not work without an internet connection.
to access Connected Services?

Yes, the code expires after 5 minutes. If it has
When pairing the MyMazda app expired, you can request a new authorization code
to a vehicle, does the
via the MyMazda app. Simply return to Connected
authorization code expire?
Services Enrollment, proceed to the step “Request
Authorization Code,” then tap “Request.”

What is the difference between
the two-way authorization
validation code and

While both codes are for security purposes, they work differently:
• Validation Code: Used for two-way authentication when you initially sign
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the authorization code?
into your MyMazda app account. This code is sent to the your smartphone
device via SMS. You will enter your validation code in to the MyMazda app
after receiving it via SMS during the app registration process.
• Authorization Code: Used to pair your MyMazda account to the vehicle. This
code is sent to the vehicle’s head-unit display. You will then enter
the authorization code in to the MyMazda app after confirming it on the
vehicle’s head-unit display during Connected Services enrollment.

What Connected
Services functions can be
accessed in Guest Mode?

You can SIMULATE Connected Services functions in Guest Mode (not connected
to a vehicle) by simply selecting "Guest Mode" from the MyMazda app login screen.
Then, select applicable vehicle to see how Connected Services features like Remote
Start and Vehicle Status look on the MyMazda app.
Guest Mode also provides helpful features, including dealer search,
recommended maintenance schedule, manuals and guides, Roadside Assistance and
a variety of other Menu options.
Register for a MyMazda account and enroll in Connected Services to experience
the full suite of features.

Can multiple users be registered No, additional users must use email addresses that are not currently used on
under the same email address? the MyMazda app and MyMazda Web.
Connected Services functions can easily be activated on applicable models via
the MyMazda app, even a loaner. If a customer utilizing the loaner activates
What about loaner vehicles?
their phone, after returning the loaner, the dealer (or next customer) can override at
Will the Connected
any time via MyMazda app.
Services functions be activated?
For security purposes, dealer processes will need to be in place to
terminate Connected Services from former driver when loaner vehicle is returned.

Can I register more than one
vehicle under the same Mazda
Connected Services account?

Yes, you can register up to five (5) vehicles under
the same account.

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How do I unsubscribe from
Connected Services?

If you are subscribed to Connected Services, you
may unsubscribe at any time via the MyMazda
app, using the following directions:
1. Go to “hamburger menu” (i.e., three vertical lines
icon) on the top right of the app screen
2. Tap MyMazda
3. Tap My Vehicle
4. Tap on “more options menu” (i.e., three vertical
dots icon) on the top right of the app screen
5. Tap on “Unsubscribe Connected Services”
6. Confirm pop-up warning message

When parting with a Mazda vehicle that used
Connected Services, but you are planning to use