i-ACTIVSENSE
Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS) (Some Models)
The adaptive front lighting system (AFS) automatically adjusts the headlight beams to the left or right in conjunction with the operation of the steering wheel after the headlights have been turned on.
A system malfunction or operation conditions are indicated by a warning.
Refer to Contact Authorized Mazda Dealer and Have Vehicle Inspected (Search).
The Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS) function can be switched to operable/inoperable using the personalization function.
Refer to Personalization Features (Search).
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.
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) Warning Indicator Light/Display Indicator/Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) Warning Beep
The BSM or Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) system notifies the driver of the presence of vehicles in adjacent lanes or at the rear of the vehicle using the BSM warning indicator light, the warning sound and the display indicator (BSM) while the systems are operational.
BSM warning indicator lights
The BSM warning indicator lights are equipped on the left and right door mirrors. The warning indicator lights turn on when a vehicle approaching from the rear in an adjacent lane is detected.
When the ignition is switched ON, the warning indicator light turns on momentarily and then turns off after a few seconds.
Forward driving (BSM operation)
The BSM detects vehicles approaching from the rear and turns on the BSM warning indicator lights equipped on the door mirrors according to the conditions. Additionally, while a BSM warning indicator light is illuminated, if the turn signal lever is operated to signal a turn in the direction in which the BSM warning indicator light is illuminated, the BSM warning indicator light flashes.
Reverse driving (Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) system operation)
The Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) system detects vehicles approaching from the left and right of your vehicle and flashes the BSM warning indicator lights.
Function for cancelling illumination dimmer
If the BSM warning indicator lights turn on when the parking lights are turned on, the brightness of the BSM warning indicator lights is dimmed.
If the BSM warning indicator lights are difficult to see due to glare from surrounding brightness when traveling on snow-covered roads or under foggy conditions, press the dimmer cancellation button to cancel the dimmer and increase the brightness of BSM warning indicator lights when they turn on.
Refer to Dashboard Illumination (Search), (Search).
Display indicator
The detected approaching vehicle and warning are displayed in the multi-information display and active driving display when the vehicle is moving forward (BSM operational).
The detected direction is displayed with a detection indicator (white) when an approaching vehicle is detected. In addition, if the turn signal lever is operated to signal a lane change while the vehicle is detected, the display changes the color (amber) of the warning indicator.
BSM warning beep
The BSM warning beep is activated simultaneously with the flashing of a BSM warning indicator light.
Traffic Sign Display Indication
The following traffic signs are displayed on the active driving display.
Speed limit signs
Do not enter signs
Stop signs
Speed limit signs
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When the vehicle speed is about 1 km/h (0.6 mph) or faster, the speed limit sign is displayed when any one of the following conditions are met.
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The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) recognizes a speed limit sign as a sign targeted for your vehicle and the vehicle passes it.
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The speed limit sign stored in the navigation system is read (if the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) does not recognize a speed limit sign).
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In the following cases, display of the speed limit sign stops.
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The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) recognizes the speed limit sign and the vehicle is driven for a certain distance after passing the sign.
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Each sensor determines that the vehicle has changed direction of travel.
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The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) recognizes a new speed limit sign which differs from the previous one (displays the new speed limit sign).
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The speed limit sign stored in the navigation system is not read within a certain period of time (if the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) does not recognize a speed limit sign, the speed limit sign stored in the navigation system is displayed).
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The vehicle speed exceeds the displayed speed limit sign by 30 km/h (19 mph) or more after a certain period of time has elapsed since the speed limit sign was displayed. (Except when there is information for the speed limit sign in the navigation system)
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Do not enter signs
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A do not enter sign is displayed when all of the following conditions are met.
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The vehicle speed is about 60 km/h (37 mph) or slower.
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The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) recognizes a do not enter sign as a sign targeted for your vehicle and the vehicle passes it.
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When the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) recognizes the do not enter sign and a certain period of time has elapsed since the vehicle passed the sign, display of the do not enter sign stops.
Stop sign
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A stop sign is displayed when all of the following conditions are met:
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The vehicle speed is about 30 km/h (19 mph) or slower.
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The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) recognizes a stop sign as a sign targeted for your vehicle.
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When a certain period of time has elapsed since the stop sign was displayed, display of the stop sign stops.
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.
Stop Hold Control
While in headway control using the MRCC with Stop & Go function system, your vehicle will stop when a vehicle ahead stops. When the vehicle is stopped and the stop hold control operates, the MRCC with Stop & Go function indicator light turns on.
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If the MRCC with Stop & Go function system is canceled during stop hold control, the vehicle is held in its stopped position. The stop hold control can be canceled by performing one the following actions.
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Press the accelerator pedal and resume driving the vehicle.
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While forcefully depressing the brake, switch the MRCC with Stop & Go function system off.
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The parking brake is automatically applied and the vehicle is held in its stopped position when 10 minutes have elapsed since the stop hold control operated. At this time, the MRCC with Stop & Go function system is canceled.
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The brake lights turn on during stop hold control.
To resume driving
After the vehicle ahead starts moving while your vehicle is stopped under stop hold control, press the RES switch or depress the accelerator pedal to cancel the stop hold control and resume driving.
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When you resume driving by pressing the RES switch, your vehicle does not start moving until the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead lengthens to the specified distance or farther.
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If the MRCC with Stop & Go function is temporarily canceled during stop hold control, you cannot resume driving by pressing the RES switch when there are no vehicles in front of your vehicle. Depress the accelerator pedal and resume driving the vehicle.
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If the vehicle ahead starts moving within 3 seconds after your vehicle is stopped by the stop hold control, headway control will resume even if you do not resume driving your vehicle, such as by depressing the accelerator pedal.
Resume driving information
If you do not resume driving within a few seconds after the vehicle ahead starts moving, the multi-information display vehicle-ahead indication flashes to urge the driver to resume driving.
Cruise Control Function
While this function is operating, the headway control operation is canceled and only the cruise control function operates.
The vehicle speed can be set more than about 25 km/h (16 mph).
Use the cruise control function on expressways and other highways which do not require a lot of repeated acceleration and deceleration.
Do not use the cruise control function in the following locations:
Otherwise, it could lead to an accident.
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Roads with sharp curves and where vehicle traffic is heavy and there is insufficient space between vehicles. (Driving under these conditions using the cruise control function is not possible)
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Steep down slopes (Set speed may be exceeded because sufficient engine braking cannot be applied)
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Slippery roads such as ice or snow-bound roads (Tires could spin causing you to lose vehicle control)
Always drive carefully:
The warnings and brake control will not operate after the headway control function is canceled and the system is switched to only the cruise control function. Depress the brake pedal to decelerate according to the surrounding conditions while keeping a safer distance from the vehicle ahead and always driving carefully.
Switching to cruise control function
When the MODE switch is pressed until the system switches to the cruise main indication (white) while the MRCC with Stop & Go function system is turned on, the system switches to the cruise control function.
When the system switches to the cruise control function, the indicator and multi-information display notify the driver as follows:
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The MRCC with Stop & Go function set indication (green) or the MRCC with Stop & Go function main indication (white) is turned off, and the cruise main indication (white) is turned on.
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A message is displayed in the multi-information display.
Always turn off the cruise control function when it is not in use:
Leaving the cruise control function turned on when it is not in use is dangerous as it could operate unexpectedly, resulting in an accident.
How to set the speed
Adjust the system to the desired vehicle speed using the accelerator pedal.
When the SET
or SET
switch is pressed, the cruise set indication (green) is turned on and headway control begins.
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The system may not be able to maintain the set speed constantly depending on driving conditions such as steep up or down slopes.
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The speed will continue increasing while the SET
switch is pressed and held. The speed will continue decreasing while the SET switch is pressed and held.
How to increase the set speed
The set speed can be increased using the following operations:
To increase speed using the SET switch
Press and hold the SET switch and release the switch at the desired speed.
The set speed can be adjusted incrementally (1 km/h (1 mph) increments) by pressing the switch and releasing it immediately. For example, if the switch is pressed 4 times, the set speed increases by about 4 km/h (4 mph).
To increase speed using accelerator pedal
Depress the accelerator pedal and press the SET or SET switch at the desired speed.
If the switch is not operated, the system returns to the set speed after you release your foot from the accelerator pedal.
How to Decrease the Set Speed
Press the SET switch continuously and release the switch at the desired speed.
The set speed can be adjusted incrementally (1 km/h (1 mph) increments) by pressing the switch and releasing it immediately. For example, if the switch is pressed 4 times, the set vehicle speed decreases by about 4 km/h (4 mph).
Canceling the function
When the cruise control function is canceled and the RES switch is pressed while the vehicle speed is 25 km/h (16 mph) or faster, the speed returns to the original set speed.
Canceling using OFF/CANCEL switch
When the OFF/CANCEL switch is pressed once, the cruise control function is cancelled.
Automatically cancel
The cruise control function is canceled automatically in the following cases.
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The brake pedal is depressed.
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The parking brake is applied.
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The selector lever is shifted to P or N position.
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If the vehicle speed decreases by about 15 km/h (9.4 mph) or more than the set speed, the cruise control function may be canceled.
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When the vehicle speed is less than 21 km/h (13 mph), the cruise control function is canceled. In this case, the vehicle speed will not return to the original set speed even if the vehicle is accelerated to 25 km/h (16 mph) or higher and the RES switch is pressed. Reset the cruise control function.
Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) & Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) (Some Models)
The LAS & LDWS alerts the driver that the vehicle may be deviating from its lane and it provides steering assistance to help the driver stay within the vehicle lanes.
The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) detects the white lines (yellow lines) of the vehicle lane in which the vehicle is traveling and if the system determines that the vehicle may deviate from its lane, it operates the electric power steering to assist the driver's steering operation. The system also alerts the driver by activating a lane departure warning sound, vibrating the steering wheel, and indicating an alert in the display. Use the system when you drive the vehicle on roads with white (yellow) lines such as expressways and highways.
Refer to Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) (Search).
Do not rely completely on the LAS & LDWS:
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The LAS & LDWS is not an automatic driving system. In addition, the system is not designed to compensate for a driver's lack of caution, and over-reliance on the system could lead to an accident.
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The detection ability of the LAS & LDWS is limited. Always stay on course using the steering wheel and drive with care.
Do not use the LAS & LDWS in the following cases:
The system may not operate adequately according to the actual driving conditions, resulting in an accident.
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Driving on roads with tight curves.
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Driving under bad weather conditions (rain, fog, and snow).
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Slippery roads such as ice or snow-bound roads.
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Roads with heavy traffic and insufficient distance between vehicles.
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Roads with no white (yellow) lane lines.
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Narrow roads resulting from road construction or lane closures.
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The vehicle is driven on a temporary lane or section with a closed lane resulting from road construction where there may be multiple white (yellow) lane lines or they are interrupted.
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Vehicle is driven on roads other than expressways and highways.
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The tire pressures are not adjusted to the specified pressure.
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Tires of a different specified size are used, such as an emergency spare tire.
Heed the following cautions so that the LAS & LDWS can operate 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 turn signal lever is operated for a lane change, the LAS & LDWS is automatically disabled. The LAS & LDWS becomes operational again when the turn signal lever is returned and the system detects white (yellow) lane lines while the vehicle is being driven normally within its vehicle lane.
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If the steering wheel, accelerator pedal, or brake pedal is operated abruptly and the vehicle moves close to a white (yellow) line, the system determines that the driver is making a lane change and the LAS & LDWS operation is temporarily canceled. The LAS & LDWS becomes operational again when the system detects white (yellow) lane lines while the vehicle is being driven normally within its vehicle lane.
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If the vehicle deviates from its lane repeatedly within a short period of time, the LAS & LDWS may not operate.
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When white (yellow) lane lines are not detected, the LAS & LDWS does not operate.
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Under the following conditions, the LAS & LDWS may not be able to detect white (yellow) lane lines correctly and it may not operate normally.
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If an object placed on the dashboard is reflected in the windshield and picked up by the camera.
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Heavy luggage is loaded in the luggage compartment or on the rear seat and the vehicle is tilted.
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The tire pressures are not adjusted to the specified pressure.
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Tires other than conventional tires are equipped.
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Vehicle is driven on an intersection or junction, or on a forked road.
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The white (yellow) lane lines are less visible because of dirt or fading/patchiness.
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A vehicle in front of your vehicle is running near a white (yellow) lane line making it less visible.
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A white (yellow) lane line is less visible because of bad weather (rain, fog, or snow).
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The vehicle is driven on a temporary lane or section with a closed lane resulting from construction where there may be multiple white (yellow) lane lines or they are interrupted.
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A misleading line is picked up on the road such as a temporary line for construction, or because of shade, lingering snow, or grooves filled with water.
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The surrounding brightness suddenly changes such as when entering or exiting a tunnel.
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The illumination of the headlights is weakened because of dirt or the optical axis is deviated.
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The windshield is dirty or foggy.
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The windshield, camera is fogged (water droplets).
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Back-light is reflected off the road surface.
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The road surface is wet and shiny after rain, or there are puddles on the road.
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The shade of a guardrail parallel to a white (yellow) lane line is cast on the road.
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The width of the driving lane is narrow or wide.
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Driving on roads with tight curves.
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The road is excessively uneven.
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The vehicle is shaken after hitting a road bump.
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There are 2 or more adjacent white (yellow) lane lines.
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There are various road markings or lane markings of various shapes near an intersection.
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System Operation
Make sure that the LAS & LDWS OFF switch indicator light is turned off. When the LAS & LDWS OFF switch indicator light is turned on, press the switch and make sure that the switch indicator light turns off.
The LAS & LDWS indication (gray) is displayed in the multi-information display, and the system goes on stand-by.
Drive the vehicle in the center of the vehicle lane while the system is on standby. When all of the following conditions are met, the LAS & LDWS indication (white) is displayed in the multi-information display, and the system becomes operational.
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The engine is running.
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The vehicle speed is about 60 km/h (37 mph) or faster.
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The system detects white (yellow) lane lines on both the right and left sides.
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The driver is operating the steering wheel.
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The driving lane is neither narrow nor wide.
The LAS & LDWS indication is gray when the system detects only a white (yellow) line on either the left or right, and the indication changes to white when the system detects white (yellow) lines on both the left and right sides.
The LAS & LDWS goes on stand-by status in the following cases:
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The system cannot detect white (yellow) lane lines.
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The vehicle speed is less than about 60 km/h (37 mph).
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The ABS/TCS is operating.
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The TCS is turned off.
(If the TCS is turned off while the system is operational, a warning beep is heard and the system goes on standby.)
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The vehicle is making a sharp curve.
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The brake pedal is depressed.
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The steering wheel is operated abruptly.
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The width of a lane is excessively narrow or wide.
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The LAS & LDWS does not operate until the system detects white (yellow) lane lines on either the left or right.
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When the system detects a white (yellow) lane line on one side only, the system will not operate the steering wheel operation assist and the warning for the lane line on the side that is not being detected. The steering wheel operation assist and the warning is only for a lane deviation on the side that is being detected.
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If the driver takes his or her hands off the steering wheel (not holding the steering wheel), the warning sound is activated and an alert is indicated in the multi-information display or the active driving display.
If the steering wheel is held lightly, or depending on the road conditions, the system may detect that you have released the steering wheel (not holding the steering wheel) even if you are holding it, and display a message in the multi-information display or the active driving display.
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The timing at which the lane departure warning is activated and the steering wheel operation assist is performed varies.
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The following settings for the LAS & LDWS can be changed. Refer to Personalization Features (Search).
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Steering operation assist operational/non-operational
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Cancel sensitivity (likelihood of steering assist)
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Vehicle lane line display
When the LAS & LDWS becomes operational while on standby, the vehicle lane lines are displayed in the multi-information display and the active driving display. In the vehicle lane lines display indicating the operation status, the color of the vehicle lane lines being detected changes to white.
(Stand-by status)
(Operational status)
Auto cancel
In the following cases, the LAS & LDWS is automatically canceled, the LAS & LDWS warning indication (amber) turns on, and an alert is displayed. When the LAS & LDWS become operational, the system turns back on automatically.
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The temperature inside the camera is high or low.
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The windshield around the camera is foggy.
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The windshield around the camera is blocked by an obstruction, causing poor forward visibility.
Auto cancel of warning/steering assist
When the following operations are performed, the LAS & LDWS operation is canceled automatically. The LAS & LDWS resumes automatically after the operation.
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The steering wheel is operated abruptly.
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The brake pedal is operated.
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The accelerator pedal is operated.
(To cancel the automatic sensitivity cancel function, deselect “Cancel sensitivity” in the personalization features setting.)
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The turn signal lever is operated.
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The vehicle crosses a lane line.
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After the operation, the LAS & LDWS operation may not operate for a period of 5 seconds at the most until the lane lines are detected.
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Under the following conditions, the LAS & LDWS cancels the warning/steering assist automatically.
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The driver takes his/her hands off the steering wheel.
(The LAS & LDWS is designed to assist the driver's steering operation and it will resume operation automatically when the driver holds the steering wheel.)
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The TCS OFF switch is pressed to cancel the TCS.
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Steering operation assist OFF (non-operational)
The steering operation assist for the LAS & LDWS can be changed to non-operational (OFF).
Refer to Setting Change (Personalization Features) (Search).
When the steering operation assist has been changed to inoperable (OFF), only the lane departure warning is operational.
System operation
Make sure that the LAS & LDWS OFF switch indicator light is turned off. When the LAS & LDWS OFF switch indicator light turns on, press the switch and make sure that the switch indicator light turns off.
Drive the vehicle in the center of the driving lane while the LAS & LDWS OFF switch indicator light is turned off.
The system becomes operational when all of the following conditions are met.
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The system detects white (yellow) lane lines on both the right and left sides or on either side.
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The vehicle speed is about 60 km/h (37 mph) or faster.
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The vehicle is driven on a straight road or road with gentle curves.
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The engine is running.
The LAS & LDWS goes on stand-by status in the following cases:
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The system cannot detect white (yellow) lane lines.
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The vehicle speed is less than about 60 km/h (37 mph).
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The vehicle is making a sharp curve.
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The vehicle is making a curve at an inappropriate speed.
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The LAS & LDWS remains on stand-by until it detects white (yellow) lines on both the left and right sides, or on either side.
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When the system detects a white (yellow) lane line on one side only, the system will not activate warnings for the lane line on the side that is not being detected.
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The distance and warning sensitivity (likelihood of a warning) which the system uses to determine the possibility of a lane departure can be changed.
Refer to Setting Change (Personalization Features) (Search).
Vehicle lane line display
When the LAS & LDWS becomes operational while on standby, the vehicle lane lines are displayed in the multi-information display. The system changes to operational status display when the system detects a white (yellow) line on either the left or right.
(Stand-by status)
(Operational status)
Auto cancel
In the following cases, the LAS & LDWS is automatically canceled, the LAS & LDWS warning indication (amber) turns on, and an alert is displayed. When the LAS & LDWS become operational, the system turns back on automatically.
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The temperature inside the camera is high or low.
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The windshield around the camera is foggy.
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The windshield around the camera is blocked by an obstruction, causing poor forward visibility.
(Auto cancel of warnings)
When the following operations are performed, the LAS & LDWS determines that the driver intends to make a lane change and the system operation is canceled automatically. The LAS & LDWS resumes automatically after the operation.
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The steering wheel is operated abruptly.
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The brake pedal is depressed.
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The accelerator pedal is depressed.
(To cancel the automatic sensitivity cancel function, deselect “Warning sensitivity” in the personalization features setting.)
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The turn signal lever is operated.
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The vehicle crosses a lane line.
System Canceling
Lane Departure Warning
If the system determines that the vehicle may deviate from its lane, the lane departure warning (beep sound, rumble sound*1, or steering wheel vibration) is activated and the direction in which the system determines that the vehicle may deviate is indicated in the multi-information display and the active driving display.
If the system determines that the vehicle may deviate from its lane, the color of the lane line on the side being detected by the system changes from white to amber, and flashes.
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If you have set the lane departure warning sound to the beep sound/rumble sound*1 setting, the warning sound may not be heard depending on the surrounding noise conditions.
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If you have set the lane departure warning system to the steering wheel vibrations setting, the vibration may not be felt depending on the road surface conditions.
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When the setting for the steering operation assist is changed to operational, the warnings can be set to activate/not activate. (When the setting for the steering operation assist is changed to non-operational, the warnings cannot be set to not activate.)
Refer to Setting Change (Personalization Features) (Search).
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The LAS & LDWS can be changed to the following settings regardless of whether the steering operation assist has been set to operational/non-operational. Always check the setting status when driving the vehicle and make setting changes if necessary.
Refer to Setting Change (Personalization Features) (Search).
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Steering wheel vibration: Strong/weak
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Warning sound volume
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Types of warnings (steering wheel vibration/beep sound/rumble sound*1)
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A rumble strip is a series of grooves in the road pavement surface positioned at specific intervals, and when the vehicle passes over it a vibration and rumble sound is produced which alerts the driver that the vehicle is departing from the lane.
The rumble sound is a reproduction of the sound which occurs when a vehicle passes over a rumble strip.
Stopping the Advanced Smart City Brake Support (Advanced SCBS) System Operation
The Advanced SCBS system can be temporarily deactivated.
Refer to Personalization Features (Search).
When the Advanced SCBS system is turned off, the Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) OFF indicator light turns on.
When the engine is restarted, the system becomes operational.
When the Advanced SCBS system is set to inoperable, the Smart Brake Support (SBS) are also set to inoperable.
Automatic Brake Operation Display
The automatic brake operation display is indicated on the multi-information display after the SCBS is operated.
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The collision warning beep sounds intermittently while the SCBS brake or brake assist (SCBS brake assist) is operating.
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If the vehicle is stopped by the SCBS operation and the brake pedal is not depressed, the warning beep sounds 1 time after about 2 seconds and the SCBS brake is automatically released.
Stopping the Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) System Operation
The SCBS system can be temporarily deactivated.
Refer to Personalization Features (Search).
When the SCBS system is turned off, the Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) OFF indicator light turns on.
When the engine is restarted, the system becomes operational.
When the SCBS system is set to inoperable, the Smart Brake Support (SBS) are also set to inoperable.
Collision Warning
If there is the possibility of a collision with a vehicle ahead, the beep sounds continuously and a warning is indicated in the multi-information display and the active driving display.
Stopping The Smart Brake Support (SBS) System Operation
The SBS system can be temporarily deactivated.
Refer to Personalization Features (Search).
When the SBS system is turned off, the SBS OFF indicator light turns on.
When the engine is restarted, the system becomes operational.
If the SBS system operation is turned off, the Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) system operation is turned off simultaneously.
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.
Types of Images Displayed on the Screen
Top view/Front view
Displays the image of the area around the vehicle and the vehicle front.
Front wide view
Displays the image of the front of the vehicle (wide-area).
Side view
Displays the image of the left and right sides of the vehicle.
Top view/Rear view
Displays the image of the area around the vehicle and the rear of the vehicle.
Rear wide view
Displays the image of the rear of the vehicle (wide-area).
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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Content |
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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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Content |
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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.)
Rear Wide View
Use the rear wide 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
Viewing the screen
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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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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). |
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The parking sensor obstruction detection indication does not display. Switch the screen display to the top view/rear view display if the parking sensor warning sound is activated.
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The rear wide view screen displays the image at the rear 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.
Margin of Error Between Road Surface on Screen and Actual Road Surface
There might be some margin of error between the road surface appearing on the screen and the actual road surface. A margin of error in the perceived distance could lead to an accident, therefore be aware of the following conditions which can more easily produce errors in the perceived distance.
The vehicle tilts due to weight of passengers and cargo.
If the vehicle is tilted, obstructions picked up by a camera can appear farther or closer than the actual distance from the vehicle.
Front camera
Side camera
Rear camera
There is a steep up or down grade in the road at the front or rear of the vehicle
If there is a steep up or down grade in the road at the front or rear of the vehicle, obstructions picked up by the camera can appear farther or closer than the actual distance from the vehicle.
Front camera
Side camera
Rear camera
If the vehicle is on a slope, obstructions taken by the camera can appear farther or closer than the actual distance from the vehicle.
Three-dimensional object at vehicle front or rear
Because the vehicle front end guide lines (side camera) or the distance guide lines (rear camera) are displayed based on a flat surface, the distance to the three-dimensional object displayed on the screen is different from the actual distance.
Side camera
Rear camera
System Problem Indication
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Center display indication |
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“No image signal reception” is displayed |
The control unit might be damaged. |
Have your vehicle inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. |
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Screen is pitch-black and blank |
The camera might be damaged. |
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Radar Sensor (Front) (Some Models)
Your vehicle is equipped with a radar sensor (front).
The following systems also use the radar sensor (front).
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Distance Recognition Support System (DRSS)
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Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (MRCC with Stop & Go function)
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Smart Brake Support (SBS)
The radar sensor (front) functions by detecting the radio waves reflected off a vehicle ahead or an obstruction sent from the radar sensor.
The radar sensor (front) is mounted behind the front emblem.
If “Front Radar Sensor Blocked” is displayed in the multi-information display of the instrument cluster, clean the area around the radar sensor (front).
Heed the following precautions to assure correct operation of each system.
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Do not adhere stickers (including transparent stickers) to the surface of the radiator grille and front emblem in and around the radar sensor (front), and do not replace the radiator grille and front emblem with any product that is not a genuine product designed for use with the radar sensor (front).
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The radar sensor (front) includes a function for detecting soiling of the radar sensor's front surface and informing the driver, however, depending on the conditions, it may require time to detect or it may not detect plastic shopping bags, ice or snow. If this occurs, the system may not operate correctly, therefore always keep the radar sensor (front) clean.
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Do not install a grille guard.
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If the front part of the vehicle has been damaged in a vehicle accident, the position of the radar sensor (front) may have moved. Stop the system immediately and always have the vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
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Do not use the front bumper to push other vehicles or obstructions such as when pulling out of a parking space. Otherwise, the radar sensor (front) could be hit and its position deviated.
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Do not remove, disassemble, or modify the radar sensor (front).
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For repairs, replacement or paint work around the radar sensor (front), consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
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Do not modify the suspension. If the suspension are modified, the vehicle's posture could change and the radar sensor (front) may not be able to correctly detect a vehicle ahead or an obstruction.
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Under the following conditions, the radar sensor (front) may not be able to detect vehicles ahead or obstructions correctly and each system may not operate normally.
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The rear surface of a vehicle ahead does not reflect radio waves effectively, such as an unloaded trailer or an automobile with a loading platform covered by a soft top, vehicles with a hard plastic tailgate, and round-shaped vehicles.
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Vehicles ahead with low vehicle height and thus less area for reflecting radio waves.
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Visibility is reduced due to a vehicle ahead casting off water, snow, or sand from its tires and onto your windshield.
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The luggage compartment is loaded with heavy objects or the rear passenger seats are occupied.
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Ice, snow, or soiling is on the front surface of the front emblem.
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During inclement weather such as rain, snow, or sand storms.
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When driving near facilities or objects emitting strong radio waves.
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Under the following conditions, the radar sensor (front) may not be able to detect vehicles ahead or obstructions.
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The beginning and end of a curve.
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Roads with continuous curves.
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Narrow lane roads due to road construction or lane closures.
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The vehicle ahead enters the radar sensor's blind spot.
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The vehicle ahead is running abnormally due to accident or vehicle damage.
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Roads with repeated up and down slopes
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Driving on poor roads or unpaved roads.
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The distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead is extremely short.
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A vehicle suddenly comes close such as by cutting into the lane.
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To prevent incorrect operation of the system, use tires of the same specified size, manufacturer, brand, and tread pattern on all four wheels. In addition, do not use tires with significantly different wear patterns or tire pressures on the same vehicle (Including the temporary spare tire).
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If the battery power is weak, the system may not operate correctly.
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When driving on roads with little traffic and few vehicles ahead or obstructions for the radar sensor (front) to detect, “Front Radar Sensor Blocked” may be temporarily displayed, however, this does not indicate a problem.
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The radar sensors are regulated by the relevant radio wave laws of the country in which the vehicle is driven. If the vehicle is driven abroad, authorization from the country in which the vehicle is driven may be required.
Radar Sensors (Rear) (Some Models)
Your vehicle is equipped with radar sensors (rear). The following systems also use the radar sensors (rear).
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Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
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Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
The radar sensors (rear) function by detecting the radio waves reflected off a vehicle approaching from the rear or an obstruction sent from the radar sensor.
The radar sensors (rear) are installed inside the rear bumper, one each on the left and right sides.
Always keep the surface of the rear bumper near the radar sensors (rear) clean so that the radar sensors (rear) operate normally. Also, do not apply items such as stickers.
Refer to Exterior Care (Search).
If the rear bumper receives a severe impact, the system may no longer operate normally. Stop the system immediately and have the vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
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The detection ability of the radar sensors (rear) has limitations. In the following cases, the detection ability may lower and the system may not operate normally.
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The rear bumper near the radar sensors (rear) has become deformed.
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Snow, ice or mud adheres to the radar sensors (rear) on the rear bumper.
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Under bad weather conditions such as rain, snow and fog.
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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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Stationary objects on a road or a road side such as small, two-wheeled vehicles, bicycles, pedestrians, animals, and shopping carts.
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Vehicle shapes which do not reflect radar waves well such as empty trailers with a low vehicle height and sports cars.
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Vehicles are shipped with the direction of the radar sensors (rear) adjusted for each vehicle to a loaded vehicle condition so that the radar sensors (rear) detect approaching vehicles correctly. If the direction of the radar sensors (rear) has deviated for some reason, have the vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
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For repairs or replacement of the radar sensors (rear), or bumper repairs, paintwork, and replacement near the radar sensors, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
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Turn off the 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.
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The radar sensors are regulated by the relevant radio wave laws of the country in which the vehicle is driven. If the vehicle is driven abroad, authorization from the country in which the vehicle is driven may be required.
Front Camera/Side Cameras/Rear Camera (Some Models)
Your vehicle is equipped with a front camera, side cameras, and a rear camera. The 360° View Monitor uses each camera.
The front camera, side cameras, and rear camera shoot images of the area surrounding the vehicle.
Each camera is installed to the following positions.
