i-ACTIVSENSE
High Beam Control System (HBC) (Some Models)
The HBC determines the conditions in front of the vehicle using the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) while driving in darkness to automatically switch the headlights between high and low beams.
Refer to Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) (Search).
While driving the vehicle at a speed of about 30 km/h (19 mph) or more, the headlights are switched to high beams when there are no vehicles ahead or approaching in the opposite direction.
The system switches the headlights to low beams when one of the following occurs:
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The system detects a vehicle or the headlights/lights of a vehicle approaching in the opposite direction.
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The vehicle is driven on roads lined with streetlamps or on roads in well-lit cities and towns.
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The vehicle is driven at less than about 20 km/h (12 mph).
The warning light turns on when the system has a malfunction.
Refer to Contact Authorized Mazda Dealer and Have Vehicle Inspected (Search).
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Do not adjust the vehicle height, modify the headlight units, or remove the camera, otherwise the system will not operate normally.
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Do not rely excessively on the HBC and drive the vehicle while paying sufficient attention to safety. Switch the headlights between the high beams and low beams manually if necessary.
The timing in which the system switches the headlights changes under the following conditions. If the system does not switch the headlights appropriately, manually switch between high and low beams according to the visibility as well as road and traffic conditions.
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When there are sources of light in the area such as street lamps, illuminated signboards, and traffic signals.
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When there are reflective objects in the surrounding area such as reflective plates and signs.
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When visibility is reduced under rain, snow and foggy conditions.
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When driving on roads with sharp turn or hilly terrain.
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When the headlights/rear lamps of vehicles in front of you or in the opposite lane are dim or not illuminated.
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When there is sufficient darkness such as at dawn or dusk.
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When the luggage compartment is loaded with heavy objects or the rear passenger seats are occupied.
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When visibility is reduced due to a vehicle in front of you spraying water from its tires onto your windshield.
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) (Some Models)
The RCTA system is designed to assist the driver in checking the area to the rear of the vehicle on both sides while the vehicle is reversing by alerting the driver to the presence of vehicles approaching the rear of the vehicle.
The RCTA system detects vehicles approaching from the rear left and right sides of the vehicle, and the rear of the vehicle while the vehicle is being reversed out of a parking space, and notifies the driver of possible danger using the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning indicator lights and the warning buzzer.
RCTA operation
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The RCTA system operates when the selector lever is shifted to the reverse (R) position.
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If there is the possibility of a collision with an approaching vehicle, the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning indicator lights flashes and the warning beep is activated simultaneously.
(With rear view monitor)
The RCTA warning indication in the rearview monitor also synchronizes with the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning indicator light on the door mirrors.
(With 360° view monitor)
The RCTA warning indication in the 360° view monitor also synchronizes with the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning indicator light on the door mirrors.
Always check the surrounding area visually before actually putting the vehicle in reverse:
The system is only designed to assist you in checking for vehicles at the rear when putting the vehicle in reverse. Due to certain limitations with the operation of this system, the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning indicator lights may not flash or it might be delayed even though a vehicle is behind your vehicle. Always make it your responsibility as a driver to check the rear.
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In the following cases, the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) OFF Indicator Light turns on and operation of the system is stopped. If the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) OFF Indicator Light remains illuminated, have the vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
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Some problem with the system including the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning indicator lights has occurred.
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A large deviation in the installation position of a radar sensor (rear) on the vehicle has occurred.
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There is a large accumulation of snow or ice on the rear bumper near a radar sensor (rear).
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Driving on snow-covered roads for long periods.
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The temperature near the radar sensors becomes extremely hot due to driving for long periods on slopes during the summer.
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The battery voltage has decreased.
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Under the following conditions, the radar sensors (rear) cannot detect target objects or it may be difficult to detect them.
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The vehicle speed when reversing is about 10 km/h (6 mph) or faster.
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The radar sensor (rear) detection area is obstructed by a nearby wall or parked vehicle. (Reverse the vehicle to a position where the radar sensor detection area is no longer obstructed.)
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A vehicle is approaching directly from the rear of your vehicle.
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The vehicle is parked on a slant.
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Directly after the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system becomes operable using the personalization feature.
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Radio wave interference from a radar sensor equipped on a nearby parked vehicle.
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In the following cases, it may be difficult to view the illumination/flashing of the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning indicator lights equipped on the door mirrors.
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Snow or ice adheres to the door mirrors.
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The front door glass is fogged or covered in snow, frost or dirt.
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Turn off the RCTA system while pulling a trailer or while an accessory such as a bicycle carrier is installed to the rear of the vehicle. Otherwise, the radio waves emitted by the radar will be blocked causing the system to not operate normally.
Close Proximity Warning
If your vehicle rapidly closes in on the vehicle ahead because the vehicle ahead applies the brakes suddenly while you are traveling in headway control, the warning sound activates and the brake warning is indicated in the display. Always verify the safety of the surrounding area and depress the brake pedal while keeping a safer distance from the vehicle ahead. Additionally, keep a safer distance from the vehicles behind you.
In the following cases, the warnings and brakes may not operate even if your vehicle starts closing in on the vehicle ahead.
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You are driving your vehicle at the same speed as the vehicle ahead.
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Directly after the MRCC with Stop & Go function system has been set.
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Directly after the accelerator pedal is released.
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Another vehicle cuts into the driving lane.
360° View Monitor (Some Models)
The 360° View Monitor consists of the following functions which assist the driver in checking the area surrounding the vehicle using various indications in the center display and a warning sound while the vehicle is being driven at low speeds or while parking.
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Top view
The top view displays an image of the vehicle from directly above on the center display by combining the images taken from the 4 cameras set on all sides of the vehicle. The top view displays on the right side of the screen when the front view or rear view screen is being displayed. The top view assists the driver in checking the area surrounding the vehicle when the vehicle is moving forward or in reverse.
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Front view/front wide view
The image from the front of the vehicle is displayed on the center display.
The view from the front assists the driver in checking the front of the vehicle by displaying guide lines on the displayed image taken from the front of the vehicle.
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Side view
The images taken from the front left and right sides of the vehicle are displayed on the center display.
The side view assists the driver in checking the front sides of the vehicle by displaying guide lines on the displayed image taken from the front left and right sides of the vehicle.
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Rear view/rear wide view
The image from the rear of the vehicle is displayed on the center display.
The image from the rear assists the driver in checking the rear of the vehicle by displaying guide lines on the displayed image taken from the rear of the vehicle.
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Parking sensor
If there are any obstructions near the vehicle while the top view/side view is displayed, an obstruction detection indication turns on around the bumper in the center display.
The parking sensors use ultrasonic sensors to detect obstructions around the vehicle when the vehicle is driven at low speeds, such as during garage or parallel parking, and notifies the driver of the approximate distance from the vehicle to the surrounding obstruction using sound and an obstruction detection indication.
Refer to Parking Sensor System (Search).
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Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
If there is the possibility of a collision with an approaching vehicle while the rear view/rear wide view is displayed, a warning is displayed on the center display.
The Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) uses radar sensors (rear) to detect vehicles approaching from the rear left and right sides of the vehicle, and it assists the driver in checking the rear of the vehicle while reversing by flashing the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning lights and activating the warning sound.
Refer to Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) (Search).
360°View Monitor Range
Always confirm the safety of the area around the vehicle with the mirrors and directly with your eyes when driving.
The 360°View Monitor is an auxiliary device which assists the driver in checking the safety of the area around the vehicle.
The shooting range of the cameras and detection range of the sensors are limited. For example, the areas in black at the front and rear of the vehicle image and the seams where each of the camera images merge are blind spots where an obstruction may not be visible. In addition, the extended vehicle width lines and projected vehicle path lines are only to be used as references, and the images on the screen may differ from the actual conditions.
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Do not use the 360°View Monitor under any of the following conditions.
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Icy or snow-covered roads.
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Tire chains or a temporary spare tire is installed.
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The front doors or the liftgate is not fully closed.
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The vehicle is on a road incline.
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The door mirrors are retracted.
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Do not hit the front/rear camera, front bumper, and door mirrors forcefully. The camera position or installation angle may shift.
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The cameras are of a waterproof structure. Do not disassemble, modify, or remove a camera.
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The camera cover is made of hard plastic, therefore do not apply oil film remover, organic solvents, wax, or coating agents. If any such agent gets on the camera cover, wipe it off using a soft cloth immediately.
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Do not rub the camera lens forcefully, or clean it with an abrasive or hard brush. Otherwise, it could scratch the camera lens and negatively affect the images.
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Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for repair, painting, or replacement of the front/rear camera, front bumper and door mirrors.
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Heed the following cautions to assure that the 360°View Monitor operates normally.
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Do not modify the suspensions.
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Always use wheels of the specified type and size for the front and rear wheels. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for tire replacement.
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When the display is cold, images may leave trails or the screen might be darker than usual, making it difficult to check the vehicle surroundings. Always confirm the safety at the front and around the vehicle visually when driving.
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The method for parking/stopping the vehicle using the 360°View Monitor differs depending on the road circumstances/conditions and the vehicle conditions. When and how much you turn the steering wheel will differ depending on the situation, , therefore always check the vehicle surroundings directly with your eyes while using the system.
Also, before using the system, always make sure that the vehicle can be parked/stopped in the parking/stopping space.
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If there are water droplets, snow, or mud on the camera lens, wipe it off using a soft cloth. If the camera lens is especially dirty, wash it off with mild detergent.
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If the area where the camera is installed, such as the liftgate or door mirrors, has been damaged in a vehicle accident, the camera (position, installation angle) may have shifted. Always consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the vehicle inspected.
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If the camera is subjected to excessive changes in temperature such as by pouring hot water on the camera during cold weather, the 360°View Monitor may not operate normally.
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If the battery voltage is low, the screen might be temporarily difficult to view, however, this does not indicate a problem.
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The 360°View Monitor has limitations. Objects under the bumper or near both ends of the bumper cannot be displayed.
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Obstructions above the upper image range of the camera are not displayed.
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Under the following conditions, the screen might be difficult to view, however this does not indicate a problem.
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The temperature near the lens is high/low.
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Rainy conditions, water droplets on the camera, or high humidity.
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Mud or foreign matter near the camera.
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Extremely bright light such as sunlight or headlights hitting the camera lens directly.
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Because the 360°View Monitor camera uses a special lens, the distance displayed on the screen differs from the actual distance.
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Obstructions displayed on the screen may appear differently than in actuality. (Obstructions may appear fallen, larger, or longer than they actually are.)
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Do not apply stickers to a camera or the area around it. In addition, do not install accessories or an illuminated number/character license plate to the area around a camera. Otherwise, the camera may not correctly display the surrounding conditions.
How to Use the System
Top view/Front view, Front wide view, Side view
Indication
Images are displayed on the screen when the 360°View Monitor switch is pressed with all of the following conditions met.
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The ignition is switched ON.
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The selector lever is in a position other than R.
Display switching
You can change the displayed screen by pressing the commander knob or by touching the switch camera icon on the screen while the top view/front view, front wide view, or the side view is displayed.
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When the selector lever is in R position, the displayed screen does not switch to the top view/front view, front wide view, or the side view.
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Display of the top view/front view, front wide view, or the side view stops even with the display conditions met if any of the following conditions occurs.
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When a switch around the commander knob is pressed.
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The selector lever is shifted to P position (displayed when the selector lever is in a position other than P).
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(Displayed when vehicle speed is less than 15 km/h (9.3 mph))
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4 minutes and 30 seconds have passed.
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The vehicle speed is about 15 km/h (9.3 mph) or faster.
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(Displayed when the vehicle speed is about 15 km/h (9.3 mph) or faster)
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The vehicle speed is about 15 km/h (9.3 mph) or faster after 8 seconds have passed since pressing the 360°View Monitor switch.
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Four minutes and 22 seconds have passed from the point when the vehicle speed was less than 15 km/h (9.3 mph) after 8 seconds have passed since pressing the 360° View Monitor switch.
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The 360°View Monitor displays the previously displayed screen.
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The 360° View Monitor settings can be changed as follows.
Refer to Personalization Features (Search).
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Automatic display of the 360°View Monitor when the ultrasonic senor detects an obstruction.
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Automatic display of the 360°View Monitor when the ignition is switched ON.
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Top view/Rear view, Rear wide view
The top view/rear view, rear wide view displays when all of the following conditions are met.
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The ignition is switched ON.
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Selector lever is in R position.
Display switching
The displayed screen can be switched by pressing the commander knob or by touching the switch camera icon on the screen while the top view/rear view, rear wide view is displayed.
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The top view/rear view and rear wide view automatically display whether or not the 360° View Monitor switch is turned on or off when shifting the selector lever to R position.
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The setting can be changed to display the top view/front view when shifting from reverse to a forward gear without operating the 360°View Monitor switch to check the front of the vehicle while parallel parking.
Refer to Personalization Features (Search).
Screen operation/icon
Always stop the vehicle when adjusting the 360°View Monitor image quality.
Do not adjust the 360°View Monitor image quality while driving. If you adjust the 360° View Monitor image quality (such as brightness, contrast, tone, and color density) while driving, it could lead to an unexpected accident.
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View status icon |
Indicates which image is displayed among the front view/front wide view/side view/rear view/rear wide view. |
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Parking sensor status icon |
Indicates that the parking sensor has a problem or it is switched off. |
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Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) status icon |
Indicates that the radar sensor (rear) has a problem or it is turned off. |
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Switch camera icon |
Each time the screen is touched, the display screen switches. |
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Setting icon |
The image quality for the 360°View Monitor can be adjusted. |
Top View/Front View
Use the top view/front view to assist in checking the safety of the surrounding area when accelerating from a stop, parking, or stopping the vehicle.
Display range
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In the top view screen, the areas in black at the front and rear of the vehicle image and the seams where each of the camera images merge are blind spots.
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Because images displayed in the top view screen are processed from each camera, the top view screen may display in the following ways.
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If an image containing an object with a conspicuous color is picked up by any of the cameras, the whole screen may be affected and it may display in that color.
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Obstructions displayed in the front view may not display on the top view screen.
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If the position or angle of each camera changes due to tilting of the vehicle, the image may appear distorted.
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Lines on the road may appear distorted at the seams where each of the camera images merge.
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The entire screen may appear bright/dark depending on the illumination level around any of the cameras.
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Viewing the screen
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Parking sensor view |
Displays the parking sensor detection condition when the parking sensor is activated. For details, refer to the parking sensor obstruction detection indication and warning sound. Refer to Parking Sensor System (Search). |
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Tire icon |
Indicates the tire direction. Moves in conjunction with the steering wheel operation. |
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Projected vehicle path lines (amber) |
Indicates the approximate projected path of the vehicle. Moves in conjunction with the steering wheel operation. a) Indicates the path where the edge of the front bumper is expected to travel. b) Indicates the path where the inner side of the vehicle is expected to travel. |
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Extended vehicle width lines and distance guide lines (red/blue) |
Indicates the approximate width of the vehicle and the distance (from front end of bumper) in front of the vehicle.
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Projected vehicle path distance guide lines (red/amber) |
Indicates the distance (from front end of bumper) in front of the vehicle.
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The parking sensor detection range has limitations. For example, obstructions closing in from the side and objects short in height may not be detected. Always confirm the safety around the vehicle visually when driving.
For details, refer to the parking sensor obstruction detection indication and warning sound.
Refer to Parking Sensor System (Search).
The setting can be changed so that the projected vehicle path lines are not displayed.
Refer to Personalization Features (Search).
How to use the projected vehicle path line function
Make sure that there are no obstructions within the projected vehicle path lines.
Drive the vehicle forward while turning the steering wheel so that no obstructions come within the projected vehicle path lines.
Front Wide View
Use the front wide view to assist in checking the safety of the surrounding area when accelerating from a stop or entering a T-shaped intersection and intersection.
Display range
Viewing the screen
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Extended vehicle width lines and distance guide lines (red/blue) |
Indicates the approximate width of the vehicle and the distance (from front end of bumper) in front of the vehicle.
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The parking sensor obstruction detection indication does not display. Switch the screen display to the top view/front view or side view display if the parking sensor warning sound is activated.
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The front wide view screen displays the image in front of the vehicle at a wide angle and corrects the image to help detect approaching obstructions from the side. Therefore, it differs from the actual view.
Side View
Use the side view to assist in checking the safety of the surrounding area when accelerating from a stop, parking, or stopping the vehicle.
Display range
Viewing the screen
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Parking sensor view |
Displays the parking sensor detection condition when the parking sensor is activated. For details, refer to the parking sensor obstruction detection indication and warning sound. Refer to Parking Sensor System (Search). |
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Projected vehicle path lines (amber) |
Indicates the approximate projected path of the vehicle. Moves in conjunction with the steering wheel operation. The projected vehicle path lines (amber) indicate the path the inner side of the vehicle is expected to travel. |
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Vehicle parallel guide lines (blue) |
Indicates the approximate vehicle width including the door mirrors. |
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Vehicle front end guide lines (blue) |
Indicates the point about 0.25 m (9.8 in) from the front edge of the vehicle (front edge of the bumper). |
The setting can be changed so that the projected vehicle path lines are not displayed.
Refer to Personalization Features (Search).
How to use the projected vehicle path line function
Make sure that there are no obstructions within the projected vehicle path lines.
Turn the steering wheel so that the projected vehicle path lines travel inside of the obstruction (A), and drive the vehicle forward until it passes the obstruction.
If the projected vehicle path lines are on an obstruction (B) or outside of the obstruction (C), the vehicle may contact the obstruction when turning the vehicle sharply.
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The parking sensor detection range has limitations. For example, obstructions closing in from the side and objects short in height may not be detected. Always confirm the safety around the vehicle visually when driving.
For details, refer to the parking sensor obstruction detection indication and warning sound.
Refer to Parking Sensor System (Search).
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Do not turn the steering wheel any more until the vehicle has passed the obstruction, even if the obstruction is not visible on the side view image. If the steering wheel is turned even more, the vehicle may contact the obstruction if it is turned sharply.
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Because there might be a difference between the image displayed on the screen and the actual conditions, always check the safety of the surrounding area using the mirrors and directly with your eyes when driving.
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Even though the object displayed on the screen, such as a road curb or a division line of a parking space, and the vehicle parallel guide lines appear parallel, they may not actually be parallel.
Top View/Rear View
Use the top view/rear view to assist in checking the safety of the surrounding area when accelerating from a stop, parking, or stopping the vehicle.
Range of displayed screen image
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In the top view screen, the areas in black at the front and rear of the vehicle image and the seams where each of the camera images merge are blind spots.
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Because images displayed in the top view screen are processed from each camera, the top view screen may display in the following ways.
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If an image containing an object with a conspicuous color is picked up by any of the cameras, the whole screen may be affected and it may display in that color.
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Obstructions displayed in the rear view may not display on the top view screen.
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If the position or angle of each camera changes due to tilting of the vehicle, the image may appear distorted.
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Lines on the road may appear distorted at the seams where each of the camera images merge.
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The entire screen may appear bright/dark depending on the illumination level around any of the cameras.
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Viewing the screen
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Parking sensor view |
Displays the parking sensor detection condition when the parking sensor is activated. For details, refer to the parking sensor obstruction detection indication and warning sound. Refer to Parking Sensor System (Search). |
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Tire icon |
Indicates the tire direction. Moves in conjunction with the steering wheel operation. |
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Projected vehicle path lines (amber) |
Indicates the approximate projected path of the vehicle. Moves in conjunction with the steering wheel operation. a) Indicates the path where the rear wheels are expected to travel. b) Indicates the path where the outer side of the vehicle is expected to travel. |
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Extended vehicle width lines and distance guide lines (red/blue) |
These guide lines indicate the approximate width of the vehicle and distance to a point measured from the rear of the vehicle (from the end of the bumper).
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Projected vehicle path distance guide lines (red/amber) |
These guide lines indicate the approximate distance to a point measured from the rear of the vehicle (from the end of the bumper).
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Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning lights |
Indicates when the Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) has operated. For details, refer to Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA). Refer to Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) (Search). |
The setting can be changed so that the projected vehicle path lines are not displayed.
Refer to Personalization Features (Search).
How to use the projected vehicle path line function
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The front of the vehicle swings out wide when turning the steering wheel while reversing. Maintain sufficient distance between the vehicle and an obstruction.
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The parking sensor detection range has limitations. For example, obstructions closing in from the side and objects short in height may not be detected. Always confirm the safety around the vehicle visually when driving.
For details, refer to the parking sensor obstruction detection indication and warning sound.
Refer to Parking Sensor System (Search).
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Because there might be a difference between the image displayed on the screen, such as indicated in the following, and the actual conditions when parking, always check the safety at the rear of the vehicle and the surrounding area directly with your eyes.
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Even though the back end of the parking space (or garage) displayed on the screen and distance guide lines appear parallel, they may not actually be parallel.
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When parking in a space with a division line on only one side of the parking space, even though the division line and the vehicle width guide line appear parallel, they may not actually be parallel.
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The following shows an example of vehicle parking with the steering wheel turned to the left while backing up the vehicle. When backing into a parking space from the opposite direction, the steering operation is reversed.
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Back the vehicle into the parking space by turning the steering wheel so that the vehicle enters the center of the parking space.
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After the vehicle starts entering the parking space, stop and adjust the steering wheel so that the distance between the vehicle width lines and the sides of the parking space on the left and right are roughly equal, and then continue backing up slowly.
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Once the vehicle width lines and the sides of the parking space on the left and right are parallel, straighten the wheels and back the vehicle slowly into the parking space. Continue checking the vehicle's surroundings and then stop the vehicle in the best possible position. (If the parking space has division lines, check whether the vehicle width guide lines are parallel to them.)
