Buckle up, close the driver's door, release the parking brake, select AUTO HOLD, and keep the brake pressed until the active HOLD indicator confirms engagement.
Check that your vehicle has it.
Verified in the 2025 CX-50 manual and scoped to the U.S. gasoline trims listed; this record does not merge in the catalog's separate Hybrid powertrain.
- Retail trim / version
- 2.5 S Select, 2.5 S Preferred, 2.5 S Premium, 2.5 Turbo Meridian Edition, 2.5 Turbo Premium, 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus
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Published availability and qualifications
Verified in the 2025 CX-50 manual and scoped to the U.S. gasoline trims listed; this record does not merge in the catalog's separate Hybrid powertrain.
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Step by step.
- 01
With the engine operating, fasten the driver's belt, close the driver's door and release the parking brake.
- 02
Press AUTO HOLD and verify its standby indicator.
- 03
Stop completely with the brake pedal and wait for the active HOLD indication.
- 04
Remove your foot from the brake only after that active indication appears and continue watching traffic.
- 05
Press the accelerator to release the hold, or cancel standby with the AUTO HOLD switch when appropriate.
Important limits
- AUTOHOLD does not replace active braking or the parking brake.
- Do not rely on it on steep or slippery surfaces where tire grip may be insufficient.
- The electric parking brake may apply after about ten minutes of holding or when the engine is switched off.
Quick checks.
- ✓If standby is unavailable, close the driver's door, buckle the belt and release the parking brake.
- ✓If the active indicator does not illuminate, keep the brake pedal depressed.
- ✓If a brake-system warning persists, cancel the function and seek qualified service.
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2025 Mazda CX-50 Digital Owner's Manual — AUTOHOLD
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