i-ACTIVSENSE
Camera and Sensors
Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)
The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) detects lane indications and recognizes headlights, taillights and city lights during nighttime driving. In addition, it also detects the vehicle ahead, pedestrians, or obstructions. The following systems also use the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC).
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High Beam Control System (HBC)
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Driver Attention Alert (DAA)
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Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) & Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)
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Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR)
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Advanced Smart City Brake Support (Advanced SCBS)
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Smart City Brake Support [Forward] (SCBS F)
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Smart Brake Support (SBS)
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Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (MRCC with Stop & Go function)
The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) is installed at the top of the windshield near the rearview mirror.
Refer to Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) (Search).
Radar sensor (front)
The radar sensor (front) functions by detecting the radio waves reflected off a vehicle ahead sent from the radar sensor. The following systems also use the radar sensor (front).
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Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (MRCC with Stop & Go function)
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Distance Recognition Support System (DRSS)
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Smart Brake Support (SBS)
The radar sensor (front) is mounted behind the radiator grille.
Refer to Radar Sensor (Front) (Search).
Radar sensors (rear)
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 sensors. 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) are installed inside the rear bumper, one each on the left and right sides.
Refer to Radar Sensors (Rear) (Search).
Ultrasonic sensors (rear)
The ultrasonic sensors (rear) function by detecting the ultrasonic waves reflected off obstructions at the rear sent from the ultrasonic sensors. The following systems also use the ultrasonic sensors (rear).
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Smart City Brake Support [Reverse] (SCBS R)
The ultrasonic sensors (rear) are mounted in the rear bumper.
Refer to Ultrasonic Sensors (Rear) (Search).
Front camera/side cameras/rear view camera
The front camera, side cameras, and rear camera shoot images of the area surrounding the vehicle. The 360° View Monitor uses each camera.
Cameras are installed to the front bumper, door mirrors, and liftgate.
Refer to Front Camera/Side Cameras/Rear Camera (Search).
To Operate the System
The HBC operates to switch the headlights automatically between high and low beams after the ignition is switched ON and the headlight switch is in the AUTO and high beam position.
The HBC determines that it is dark based on the brightness of the surrounding area. At the same time, the HBC indicator light (green) in the instrument cluster illuminates.
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When the vehicle speed is about 30 km/h (19 mph) or more, the headlights automatically switch to high beams when there are no vehicles ahead or approaching in the opposite direction.
When the vehicle speed is less than about 20 km/h (12 mph), the HBC switches the headlights to low beams.
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The low beams may not switch to high beams when cornering.
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Operation of the HBC function can be disabled. Refer to the Settings section in the Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.
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.
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 15 km/h (9 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 at an angle.
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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.
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.
System Canceling
When the LAS & LDWS is turned off, press the LAS & LDWS OFF switch.
The LAS & LDWS OFF indicator light turns on.
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In the following cases, the LAS & LDWS is canceled automatically and the LAS & LDWS OFF indicator light turns on. Have your vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
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There is a malfunction in the power steering.
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There is a malfunction in the TCS.
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There is a malfunction in the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC).
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When the ignition is switched OFF, the system status before it was turned off is maintained. For example, if the ignition is switched OFF with the lane-keep system operable, the system will be operable when the ignition is switched ON the next time.
When the LAS & LDWS is turned off, the vehicle lane line indication in the multi-information display and the active driving display turn off.
Smart City Brake Support [Forward] (SCBS F) (Some Models)
The SCBS F system alerts the driver of a possible collision using an indication in the display and a warning sound when the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) detects a vehicle ahead and determines that a collision with a vehicle ahead is unavoidable while the vehicle is being driven at a vehicle speed of about 4 to 80 km/h (2 to 50 mph). In addition, the system reduces damage in the event of a collision by operating the brake control (Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) brake) when the system determines that a collision is unavoidable while the vehicle is being driven at a vehicle speed of about 4 to 30 km/h (2 to 18 mph). It may also be possible to avoid a collision if the relative speed between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you is less than about 20 km/h (12 mph). In addition, when the driver depresses the brake pedal while the system is in the operation range at about 4 to 30 km/h (2 to 18 mph), the brakes are applied firmly and quickly to assist. (Brake Assist (Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) brake assist))
Do not rely completely on the SCBS F system:
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The SCBS F system is only designed to reduce damage in the event of a collision. Over reliance on the system leading to the accelerator pedal or brake pedal being mistakenly operated could result in an accident.
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The SCBS F is a system which operates in response to a vehicle ahead. The system may not be able to detect or react to 2-wheeled vehicles or pedestrians.
In the following cases, turn the system off to prevent a mis-operation:
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The vehicle is being towed or when towing another vehicle.
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The vehicle is on a chassis roller.
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When driving on rough roads such as in areas of dense grass or off-road.
Refer to Stopping the Smart City Brake Support [Forward] (SCBS F) system Operation (Search) on how to turn off the SCBS F system.
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The SCBS F system will operate under the following conditions.
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The engine is running.
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The Smart Brake Support/Smart City Brake Support (SBS/SCBS) system warning indication/warning light (amber) does not illuminate.
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(Rear-end collision warning)
The vehicle speed is about 4 to 80 km/h (2 to 50 mph).
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(Brake control (Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) brake))
The vehicle speed is about 4 to 30 km/h (2 to 18 mph).
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The SCBS F system is not turned off.
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Under the following conditions, the SCBS F system may not operate normally:
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The SCBS F system will not operate if the driver is deliberately performing driving operations (accelerator pedal and steering wheel).
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If there is the possibility of partial contact with a vehicle ahead.
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The vehicle is driven on a slippery road surface such as wet roads or icy or snow-bound roads.
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The braking performance is adversely affected due to cold temperatures or wet brakes.
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The vehicle is driven at the same speed as the vehicle ahead.
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The accelerator pedal is depressed.
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The brake pedal is depressed.
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The steering wheel is being operated.
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The selector lever is being operated.
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In the following cases, the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) determines that there is a vehicle ahead and the SCBS F may operate.
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Objects on the road at the entrance to a curve.
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Vehicles passing in the opposite lane while making a curve.
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Metal objects, bumps, or protruding objects on the road.
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When passing through a toll gate.
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When passing through low gates, narrow gates, car washing machines, or tunnels.
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If you suddenly come close to a vehicle ahead.
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2-wheeled vehicles, pedestrians, animals or standing trees.
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Vehicle is driven with some of the tires having significant wear.
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Stopping the Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) System Operation
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.
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
360° View Monitor
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 rear side radar sensor 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 or rear doors are 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, liftgate, and door mirrors forcefully. The camera position or installation angle may shift.
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The cameras are waterproof. 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, liftgate 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 vehicle suspensions or lower/raise the vehicle body, or both.
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Always use tires 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 camera lens is touched or there is any dirt on it, it could affect the screen image. Wipe the lens using a soft cloth.
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If the area where the camera is installed, such as the front bumper, 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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The surroundings are illuminated by vehicle lights, fluorescent lights, or LED lights (display may flicker).
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Extremely small dark or white dots appear on the screen (dots may flicker).
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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.
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Images displayed on the monitor from the 360° view monitor camera are reversed images (mirror images).
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Free/open source software information
This product includes free/open sources. Information about the licensing and source code is available at the following URL.
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 screen area for each camera 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 screen area for each camera 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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Tire icon |
Indicates the tire direction. Moves in conjunction with the steering wheel operation. |
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Projected vehicle path lines (yellow & red) |
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 rear bumper is 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 (blue) |
These guide lines indicate the approximate width of the vehicle. |
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Projected vehicle path distance guide lines (yellow & red) |
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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The setting can be changed so that the projected vehicle path lines are not displayed.
Refer to the Settings section in the Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.
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.)
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 system (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.
