Buckle up, close the driver's door, release the parking brake, press AUTO HOLD and wait for the active HOLD indicator before taking your foot off the pedal.
Check that your vehicle has it.
Verified in the 2025 CX-70 manual and scoped to the cataloged 3.3-liter mild-hybrid trims, separate from plug-in-hybrid charging and drive-mode guides.
- Retail trim / version
- 3.3 Turbo Preferred, 3.3 Turbo Premium, 3.3 Turbo Premium Plus, 3.3 Turbo S Premium, 3.3 Turbo S Premium Plus
Does the documented scope match your car?
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Published availability and qualifications
Verified in the 2025 CX-70 manual and scoped to the cataloged 3.3-liter mild-hybrid trims, separate from plug-in-hybrid charging and drive-mode guides.
Know what kind of control to look for.
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Step by step.
- 01
Start the hybrid system, fasten the driver's seat belt, close the driver's door and release the parking brake.
- 02
Press AUTO HOLD and verify standby indication.
- 03
Bring the CX-70 to a complete stop with the brake and wait for active HOLD indication.
- 04
Lift off the brake only after HOLD is active and continue watching surrounding traffic.
- 05
Press the accelerator to release or use the switch to cancel standby when no longer needed.
Important limits
- AUTOHOLD is a temporary brake aid and never replaces the parking brake.
- Do not depend on it on steep or slippery surfaces.
- The electric parking brake may apply after a long hold of about ten minutes or when the power system is switched off.
Quick checks.
- ✓If standby does not engage, buckle the driver, close the door and release the parking brake.
- ✓If active HOLD does not appear, keep the brake applied.
- ✓If a brake warning remains, cancel the feature and seek qualified service.
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2025 Mazda CX-70 Digital Owner's Manual — AUTOHOLD
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