i-ACTIVSENSE

i-ACTIVSENSE

i-ACTIVSENSE

i-ACTIVSENSE

i-ACTIVSENSE is a collective term covering a series of advanced safety and driver support systems which make use of cameras and sensors. The systems consist of active safety and pre-crash safety systems.

These systems are designed to assist the driver in safer driving by reducing the load on the driver and helping to avert collisions or reduce their severity. However, because each system has its limitations, always drive carefully and do not rely solely on the systems.

Active Safety Technology

Active Safety Technology supports safer driving by helping the driver to recognize potential hazards and avert accidents.

Driver awareness support systems

Nighttime visibility

Left/right side and rear side detection

Road sign recognition

Inter-vehicle distance recognition

Front obstruction detection when approaching a crosswalk

Rear obstruction detection when leaving a parking space

Full-surround recognition

Driver fatigue detection

Driver support systems

Inter-vehicle distance

Lane departure

Lane keeping

Inter-vehicle distance and lane keeping

i-ACTIVSENSE Status Symbol (Warning/Risk Avoidance Support System) (Some Models)

The system notifies the driver of any of the following system status using the color or OFF indication of the i-ACTIVSENSE status symbol (Warning/risk avoidance support system).

  • Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)

  • Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)

  • Distance & Speed Alert (DSA)

  • Front Cross Traffic Alert (FCTA)

  • Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)

  • Lane-keep Assist System (LAS)

i-ACTIVSENSE status symbol (warning/risk avoidance support system) (white)

System stand-by status

If none of the systems are activated or if there is a problem with the system, the i-ACTIVSENSE status symbol (warning/risk avoidance support system) (white) is displayed.

 

For example, even when the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) is operating normally, if the Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) has a problem, the i-ACTIVSENSE status symbol (warning/risk avoidance support system) (white) is displayed.

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i-ACTIVSENSE status symbol (warning/risk avoidance support system) (green)

System activated status

If any one of the systems is activated, the i-ACTIVSENSE status symbol (warning/risk avoidance support system) (green) is displayed.

 

Even if the i-ACTIVSENSE status symbol (warning/risk avoidance support system) (green) is displayed, systems which do not meet the operation conditions will not operate.

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i-ACTIVSENSE status symbol (warning/risk avoidance support system) (amber)

System warning status

If any system warning is activated, the i-ACTIVSENSE status symbol (warning/risk avoidance support system) (amber) is displayed.

i-ACTIVSENSE OFF symbol (warning/risk avoidance support system)

System OFF status

If all the systems are canceled using [Settings] in Mazda Connect or the i-ACTIVSENSE OFF switch, the i-ACTIVSENSE OFF symbol (Warning/risk avoidance support system) is displayed.

i-ACTIVSENSE OFF Switch (Some Models)

When the i-ACTIVSENSE OFF switch is pressed, the following systems are canceled and the i-ACTIVSENSE OFF symbol (Warning/risk avoidance support system) in the instrument cluster is displayed.

  • Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)

  • Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)

  • Distance & Speed Alert (DSA)

  • Front Cross Traffic Alert (FCTA)

  • Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)

  • Lane-keep Assist System (LAS)

If the i-ACTIVSENSE OFF switch is pressed again, the systems return to their original operation status and the i-ACTIVSENSE OFF symbol (Warning/risk avoidance support system) turns off.

i-ACTIVSENSE OFF switch

i-ACTIVSENSE OFF symbol (Warning/risk avoidance support system)

 

If the power switch is switched OFF while you have canceled the systems using the i-ACTIVSENSE OFF switch, the systems are automatically enabled the next time the power switch is switched ON. However, if the systems are canceled using [Settings] in Mazda Connect, the systems are not automatically enabled.

 

You can select systems which you want to cancel using [Settings] in Mazda Connect.

Refer to the Settings section in the Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.

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Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) (Some Models)

Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) (Some Models)

Front Radar Sensor (Some Models)

Front Radar Sensor (Some Models)

Front Radar Sensor

Your vehicle is equipped with a front radar sensor.

  1. Front radar sensor

 

The following systems also use the front radar sensor.

  • Distance & Speed Alert (DSA)

  • Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (MRCC with Stop & Go function)

  • Traffic Jam Assist (TJA)

  • Smart Brake Support (SBS) forward drive detection

The front radar sensor functions by detecting the radio waves reflected off a vehicle ahead or an obstruction sent from the radar sensor.

 

Heed the following precautions to assure correct operation of each system.

  • Do not apply a sticker (including a transparent one) to the front radar sensor cover or replace the front radar sensor cover with a product other than a genuine product.

  • The front radar sensor 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 front radar sensor clean.

  • If “Safety and Driver Support Systems Temporarily Disabled. Front Radar Obscured. Drive Safely” is displayed on the multi-information display of the instrument cluster, clean the area around the front radar sensor.

  • Do not install a grille guard.

  • If the front part of the vehicle has been damaged in a vehicle accident, the position of the front radar sensor may have moved. Stop the system immediately and always have the vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

  • Do not use the front bumper to push other vehicles or obstructions such as when pulling out of a parking space. Otherwise, the front radar sensor could be hit and its position deviated.

  • For repairs, replacement or paint work around the front radar sensor, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

  • Always use tires for all wheels that are of the specified size, and the same manufacturer, brand, and tread pattern. In addition, do not use tires with significantly different wear patterns on the same vehicle as the system may not operate normally.

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  • If the lead-acid battery power is weak, the system may not operate correctly.

  • When driving on roads with little traffic and few vehicles ahead or obstructions for the front radar sensor to detect, “Safety and Driver Support Systems Temporarily Disabled. Front Radar Obscured. Drive Safely” may be temporarily displayed, however, this does not indicate a problem.

  • 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.

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When the vehicle is driven on roads in which there is an elevated road on one side, the front radar sensor function may be restricted temporarily.

When any of the following conditions is met, the front radar sensor may not be able to detect vehicles ahead or obstructions correctly and each system may not operate normally.

  • The rear surface of a vehicle ahead does not reflect radio waves effectively (such as an unloaded trailer, a vehicle with a loading platform covered by a soft top, a vehicle with a hard plastic liftgate, and a round-shaped vehicle).

  • A vehicle ahead has limited areas that can reflect radio waves (such as a low profile vehicle).

  • Under bad weather conditions (rain, fog, and snow).

  • Front visibility is reduced (due to a vehicle ahead casting off water, snow, or sand).

  • Foreign matter (ice, snow, or dirt) is on the surface of the front radar sensor cover.

  • Your vehicle is tilted (such as when heavy luggage is in the luggage compartment or on the rear seat).

  • The vehicle is driven near facilities or objects emitting strong radio waves.

When any of the following conditions is met, the front radar sensor may detect vehicles in the opposite lane or surrounding obstructions, or it may not be able to detect vehicles ahead or obstructions, and each system may not operate normally.

  • The vehicle ahead enters the front radar sensor’s blind spot.

  • The distance to the vehicle ahead is extremely close.

  • The vehicle ahead is being driven in an unstable condition.

  • A vehicle suddenly comes close such as by cutting into your lane.

  • The vehicle is entering or exiting a curve.

  • The vehicle is driven on a continuously curving road.

  • The vehicle is driven on roads with repeated up and downslopes.

  • The vehicle is driven on roads with narrow lanes.

  • The vehicle is driven on poor roads or unpaved roads.

Front Side Radar Sensor (Some Models)

Front Side Radar Sensor (Some Models)

Front Side Radar Sensor

Your vehicle is equipped with front side radar sensor.

  1. Front side radar sensor

 

The following systems also use the front side radar sensor.

  • Front Cross Traffic Alert (FCTA)

The front side radar sensor function by detecting the radio waves reflected off a vehicle approaching from the front or an obstruction sent from the radar sensor.

 

Heed the following precautions to assure correct operation of each system.

  • Always keep the surface of the front bumper near the front side radar sensors clean so that they operate normally. Also, do not apply items such as stickers.

    Refer to Exterior Care (Search).

  • If the front 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.

  • Vehicles are shipped with the direction of the front side radar sensor adjusted for each vehicle to a loaded vehicle condition so that the front side radar sensor detect approaching vehicles correctly. If the direction of the front side radar sensor has deviated for some reason, have the vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

  • For repairs or replacement of the front side radar sensor, or bumper repairs, paintwork, and replacement near the radar sensors, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

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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.

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When any of the following conditions is met, the detection ability of the front side radar sensors may decrease and each system may not operate normally.

  • Under bad weather conditions (rain, fog, and snow).

  • The front bumper around a front side radar sensor is deformed.

  • Foreign matter (such as ice, snow, and mud) is adhering to the front bumper around a front side radar sensor.

The front side radar sensors may not detect the following target objects.

  • Small motorcycles

  • Bicycles

  • Pedestrians

  • Animals

  • Shopping carts

  • Stationary objects on the road or roadside

  • Vehicles with shapes that may not reflect radar waves (such as unloaded trailers with low vehicle heights and sports cars).

Rear Side Radar Sensor (Some Models)

Rear Side Radar Sensor (Some Models)

Rear Ultrasonic Sensor (Some Models)

Rear Ultrasonic Sensor (Some Models)

Front Camera/Side Cameras/Rear Camera (Some Models)

Front Camera/Side Cameras/Rear Camera (Some Models)

High Beam Control System (HBC) (Some Models)

High Beam Control System (HBC)

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.

 

  • Do not adjust the vehicle height, modify the headlight units, or remove the camera, otherwise the system will not operate normally.

  • 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.

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  • The distance in which the HBC can detect objects varies depending on the surrounding conditions.

  • The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) may not be able to detect target objects correctly, and the system may not operate normally.

    Refer to Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) (Search).

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The system switches the headlights to low beams when one of the following occurs:

  • The vehicle is driven at less than about 20 km/h (12 mph).

  • The system detects a vehicle or the headlights/lights of a vehicle approaching in the opposite direction.

  • The vehicle is driven on roads lined with streetlamps or on roads in well-lit cities and towns.

  • The headlight high-beam indicator light turns on while the high beams are on.

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.

To Operate the System

The HBC operates to switch the headlights automatically between high and low beams after the power switch is switched ON and the headlight switch is in the AUTO and low 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.

 

 

Operation of the HBC function can be disabled.

Refer to the Settings section in the Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.

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Manual Switching

Switching to low beams

Switch the headlight switch to the position, or press the high beam control switch.

The HBC indicator light (green) turns off.

  1. High beam control switch

 

If the HBC is turned off using the high beam control switch, press the high beam control switch again to turn the HBC back on.

Switching to high beams

Shift the lever to the high beam position.

The HBC indicator light (green) turns off and the headlight high-beam indicator light is illuminated.

Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) (Some Models)

Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)

The LDWS notifies the driver that the vehicle might be deviating from its lane.

The LDWS detects white (yellow) lines using the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC). If your vehicle may be deviating from its lane, the lane departure warning notifies the driver.

 

Use the LDWS when you drive the vehicle on roads with white (yellow) lines.

 

Do not rely completely on the LDWS and always drive carefully:

  • The LDWS is not designed to compensate for a driver’s lack of caution and relying too much on the system could lead to an accident.

  • The functions of the LDWS have limitations. Always stay on course using the steering wheel.

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Heed the following cautions so that the LDWS can operate normally.

  • Do not modify the vehicle's suspensions.

  • 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 any of the following conditions is met, the LDWS may not operate normally.

  • A condition under which the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) cannot detect a target object is met.

    Refer to Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) (Search).

  • The visibility of white (yellow) lines is poor (due to paint flaking or dirt, or being hidden by vehicles ahead).

  • There are multiple white (yellow) lines or they are interrupted.

  • A misleading line on the road is picked up (such as temporary line for construction, shadow, lingering snow, or grooves filled with water).

  • The shade of a guardrail parallel to a white (yellow) line is on the road.

  • The width of a lane is excessively narrow.

  • The vehicle is shaken after hitting a road bump.

  • The vehicle is driven on a section with a closed lane or temporary lane due to construction.

  • The vehicle is driven on a forked road or junction.

  • The vehicle is driven through an intersection or a roundabout.

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Lane Departure Warning

If the system determines that the vehicle may deviate from its lane, a warning (beep sound, steering wheel vibration) is activated and the direction in which the system determines that the vehicle may deviate is indicated on the multi-information display and the active driving display.

Multi-information display

Active driving display

 

  • The LDWS settings can be changed.

    Refer to the Settings section in the Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.

  • You may not be able to hear the LDWS warning sound depending on the surrounding conditions such as outside noise.

  • If you set the LDWS to vibrate the steering wheel, you may not feel the vibrations depending on the road surface conditions.

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Canceling the System

The LDWS can be set to inoperable.

  • (If only the LDWS is turned off)

    Refer to the Settings section in the Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.

  • (If the LDWS is turned off by operating the i-ACTIVSENSE OFF switch)

    Refer to i-ACTIVSENSE OFF Switch (Search).

 

If the power switch is switched OFF while you have canceled the system using the i-ACTIVSENSE OFF switch, the system is automatically enabled the next time the power switch is switched ON. However, if the system is canceled using [Settings] in Mazda Connect, the system is not automatically enabled.

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Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) (Some Models)

Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)

The BSM is designed to assist the driver in checking the area to the rear of the vehicle on both sides during lane changes by notifying the driver of the presence of vehicles approaching from the rear in an adjacent lane.

BSM operation

The BSM detects vehicles approaching from the rear while traveling in the forward direction at a speed of 10 km/h (6.3 mph) or faster and notifies the driver by turning on the BSM warning indicator light and displaying the vehicle detection screen.

If the turn signal lever is operated to signal a turn in the direction in which the BSM warning indicator light is illuminated while the approaching vehicle is detected, the BSM notifies the driver of possible danger flashing on the BSM warning indicator light, and by activating the warning sound and the warning screen indicator display.

The detection area on this system covers the driving lanes on both sides of the vehicle and from the rear part of the front doors to about 50 m (164 ft) behind the vehicle.

  1. Your vehicle

  2. Detection areas

 

Always check the surrounding area visually before making an actual lane change:

The system is only designed to assist you in checking for vehicles at your rear when making a lane change. Due to certain limitations with the operation of this system, the BSM warning indicator light, the warning sound and the warning screen indicator display may not activate or they might be delayed even though a vehicle is in an adjacent driving lane. Always make it your responsibility as a driver to check the rear.

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  • The BSM will operate when all of the following conditions are met:

    • The power switch is switched ON.

    • The i-ACTIVSENSE warning indication/warning light in the instrument cluster is turned off.

    • The vehicle speed is about 10 km/h (6.3 mph) or faster.

  • The BSM will not operate under the following circumstances.

    • The vehicle speed falls below about 10 km/h (6.3 mph) even though the i-ACTIVSENSE warning indication/warning light is turned off.

    • The selector lever is shifted to reverse (R) and the vehicle is reversing.

    • The turning radius is small (making a sharp turn, turning at intersections).

  • In the following cases, the i-ACTIVSENSE warning indication/warning light turns on and operation of the system is stopped. If the i-ACTIVSENSE warning indication/warning light remains illuminated, have the vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.

    • Some problem with the system including the BSM warning indicator lights is detected.

    • A large deviation in the installation position of a rear side radar sensor on the vehicle has occurred.

    • There is a large accumulation of snow or ice on the rear bumper near a rear side radar sensor. Remove any snow, ice or mud on the rear bumper.

    • Driving on snow-covered roads for long periods.

    • The temperature near the rear side radar sensor becomes extremely hot due to driving for long periods on slopes during the summer.

    • The lead-acid battery voltage has decreased.

  • Under the following conditions, the rear side radar sensor cannot detect target objects or it may be difficult to detect them.

    • The rear bumper around the rear side radar sensor is deformed.

    • Radio wave interference from a radar sensor equipped on a nearby vehicle.

    • The approaching vehicle is any of the following shapes.

      1. The size of the vehicle body is extremely small.

      2. The vehicle height is extremely low or high.

      3. A special type of vehicle with a complex shape.

    • A vehicle is in the detection area at the rear in an adjacent driving lane but it does not approach. The BSM determines the condition based on radar detection data.

    • A vehicle is traveling alongside your vehicle at nearly the same speed for an extended period of time.

    • Vehicles approaching in the opposite direction.

    • A vehicle in an adjacent driving lane is attempting to pass your vehicle.

    • A vehicle is in an adjacent lane on a road with extremely wide driving lanes. The detection area of the rear side radar sensor is set at the road width of expressways.

  • In the following case, the flashing of the BSM warning indicator light, and the activation of the warning sound and the warning screen indicator display may not occur or they may be delayed.

    • A vehicle makes a lane change from a driving lane two lanes over to an adjacent lane.

    • Driving on steep slopes.

    • Crossing the summit of a hill or mountain pass.

    • When there is a difference in the height between your driving lane and the adjacent lane.

    • Directly after the BSM system becomes operable by changing the setting.

  • If the road width is extremely narrow, vehicles two lanes over may be detected. The detection area of the rear side radar sensor is set according to the road width of expressways.

  • The BSM warning indicator light may turn on and the vehicle detection screen may be displayed in the display in reaction to stationary objects (guardrails, tunnels, sidewalls, and parked vehicles) on the road or the roadside.

    Objects such as guardrails and concrete walls running alongside the vehicle.

     

    Places where the width between guardrails or walls on each side of the vehicle narrows.

     

    The walls at the entrance and exits of tunnels, turnouts.

  • A BSM warning indicator light may flash or the warning beep may be activated several times when making a turn at a city intersection.

  • Turn off the BSM while pulling a trailer or while an accessory such as a bicycle carrier is installed to the rear of the vehicle. Otherwise, the radar’s radio waves will be blocked causing the system to not operate normally.

  • In the following cases, it may be difficult to view the illumination/flashing of the BSM warning indicator lights equipped on the door mirrors.

    • Snow or ice is adhering to the door mirrors.

    • The front door glass is fogged or covered in snow, frost or dirt.

  • The rear side radar sensor of the BSM may be regulated under the radio wave related laws of the country where the vehicle is driven. If this system is used abroad, it may be necessary to turn off the system.

    Refer to Rear Side Radar Sensor (Search).

  • The system switches to the Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) function when the selector lever is shifted to the reverse (R) position.

    Refer to Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) (Search).

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Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR) (Some Models)

Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR) (Some Models)

Distance & Speed Alert (DSA) (Some Models)

Distance & Speed Alert (DSA)

The DSA is designed to assist your driving using the display indications so that the distance between your vehicle and a vehicle ahead can be maintained appropriately.

 

Do not rely completely on the DSA and always drive carefully:

The DSA may not be able to detect a vehicle ahead depending on the type of vehicle ahead and its conditions, the weather conditions, and the road conditions. In addition, the system is not for maintaining the distance between your vehicle and a vehicle ahead. If you neglect to operate the accelerator and brake pedals correctly, it could lead to an accident.

Always check the surrounding conditions and depress the brake pedal or accelerator pedal while keeping a safe distance from a vehicle ahead or a vehicle following behind you.

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Operation conditions

The DSA operates when all of the following conditions are met.

  • The power switch is switched ON.

  • The DSA is on.

  • The selector lever is in a position other than R.

  • The vehicle speed is about 30 km/h (19 mph) or faster.

  • i-ACTIVSENSE status symbol (warning/risk avoidance support system) (green) is displayed.

  • The vehicle ahead is a vehicle with four wheels.

 

  • The DSA may also operate in the presence of motorcycles and bicycles.

  • The DSA does not operate with the following objects.

    • On-coming vehicles

    • Pedestrians

    • Stationary objects (such as stopped vehicles, obstructions)

  • If a vehicle ahead is traveling at an extremely low speed, the system may not detect it correctly.

  • The DSA can be set to inoperable. However, when the power switch is switched OFF while the DSA is canceled, the DSA is automatically enabled the next time the power switch is switched ON.

    Refer to the Settings section in the Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.

    Refer to i-ACTIVSENSE OFF Switch (Search).

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Driver Attention Alert (DAA) (Some Models)

Driver Attention Alert (DAA)

The DAA is a system which detects driver fatigue and decreased attentiveness, and encourages the driver to take a rest.

When the vehicle is driven inside traffic lane lines at about 65 to 140 km/h (41 to 86 mph), the DAA estimates the amount of accumulated fatigue and decreased attentiveness of the driver based on the information from the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) and other vehicle information, and encourages the driver to take a rest using an indication on the multi-information display and a warning sound.

Use the DAA on expressways or highways.

Refer to Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) (Search).

 

Do not rely completely on DAA and always drive carefully:

The DAA detects driver fatigue and decreased attentiveness and encourages the driver to take a rest, however, it is not designed to prevent the vehicle from straying. If you rely too much on the DAA it could lead to an accident. Drive carefully and operate the steering wheel appropriately.

In addition, the system may not be able to detect driver fatigue and decreased attentiveness correctly depending on the traffic and driving conditions. The driver must take sufficient rest in order to drive safely.

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  • The DAA operates when all of the following conditions are met.

    • The vehicle speed is about 65 to 140 km/h (41 to 86 mph).

    • The system detects white (yellow) lane lines.

    • The system has completed learning of the driver’s driving data after 60 minutes have passed since the driver began driving vehicle.

  • The DAA does not operate under the following conditions.

    • The vehicle speed is less than about 65 km/h (41 mph).

    • The vehicle speed exceeds about 140 km/h (86 mph).

    • The vehicle is making a sharp turn.

    • The vehicle is changing lanes.

    • The system cannot detect white (yellow) lane lines.

  • The DAA may not operate normally under the following conditions.

    • White (yellow) lane lines are less visible because of dirt or fading/patchiness.

    • The vehicle is jolted or swayed continuously by strong winds or rough roads.

    • The vehicle is driven aggressively.

    • When making frequent lane changes.

    • The vehicle is making a curve.

  • The DAA detects driver fatigue and decreased attentiveness based on the driving data when the vehicle is driven at about 65 to 140 km/h (41 to 86 mph) for about 20 minutes. The driving data will be reset under the following conditions.

    • The vehicle is stopped for 15 minutes or longer.

    • The vehicle is driven at less than about 65 km/h (41 mph) for about 30 minutes.

    • The power switch is switched off.

  • After the DAA has displayed the first message encouraging rest, it does not display the next one until 60 minutes have passed.

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Canceling Driver Attention Alert (DAA)

The DAA can be set to inoperable.

Refer to the Settings section in the Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.

Front Cross Traffic Alert (FCTA) (Some Models)

Front Cross Traffic Alert (FCTA) (Some Models)

Front Cross Traffic Alert (FCTA)

The FCTA is designed to assist the driver in checking both sides of the vehicle when the vehicle starts to drive at an intersection.

The FCTA detects vehicles approaching from the blind spots on the front left and right sides of the vehicle when the vehicle starts to drive at an intersection, and notifies the driver of possible danger using the warning indication on the display and the warning sound.

  1. Your vehicle

 

Always check the surrounding area visually when the vehicle starts to drive at an intersection:

Due to certain limitations with the operation of this system, the warning indication on the display or the warning sound might be delayed even though there is a vehicle approaching from a blind spot. Always make it your responsibility as a driver to check the left and right sides.

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Operation conditions

The system operates when all of the following conditions are met:

  • When your vehicle is driven at less than about 10 km/h (6 mph).

  • The selector lever is in the D position.

  • When a vehicle approaches from the front side of your vehicle at a vehicle speed of about 5 km/h (3 mph) or faster.

FCTA operation

When your vehicle is stopped

When a vehicle is approaching, the system notifies the driver that a vehicle is approaching on the following display (white arrow).

Multi-information display

Active driving display (vehicles with active driving display)

360°view monitor (vehicles with 360°view monitor)

When your vehicle is being driven

If there is a possibility of a collision with an approaching vehicle, a warning indication is displayed on the following display (amber arrow) and the warning sound is activated at the same time.

Multi-information display

Active driving display (vehicles with active driving display)

360°view monitor (vehicles with 360°view monitor)

 

  • The system may operate under the following conditions even if a vehicle is not approaching.

    • An object that reflects the radio waves of the radar such as a parked vehicle, guardrail, or wall is directly next to your vehicle.

    • Vehicles are stopped in the area around your vehicle such as during heavy traffic.

    • A vehicle approaching from the front or side of your vehicle slows down.

    • A vehicle approaching from the front or left side of your vehicle makes a right or left turn directly in front of your vehicle.

    • A vehicle or pedestrian moves in the parking lot or on the sidewalk in the area surrounding your vehicle.

    • After making a left or right turn, an on-coming vehicle is present.

    • When passing an on-coming vehicle.

    • A vehicle overtakes your vehicle while it is stopped.

    • Your vehicle is in an area where strong radio waves or electrical noise may occur such as near a television tower or power plant.

  • Under the following conditions, the front side radar sensor cannot detect approaching vehicles or it might be difficult to detect them, and the system may not operate normally.

    • The front side radar sensor detection area is obstructed by a nearby wall or vehicle.

    • Directly after the system becomes operable.

    • Radio wave interference from a radar sensor equipped on a nearby vehicle.

    • The approaching vehicle has any of the following shapes.

      1. The size of the vehicle body is extremely small.

      2. The vehicle height is extremely low or high.

      3. A special type of vehicle with a complex shape

    • A vehicle suddenly enters the detection area from the front or side of your vehicle.

    • A vehicle that has stopped suddenly starts to move.

    • Multiple objects move at the same time.

    • The vehicle is driven in bad weather conditions such as heavy rain, fog, snow, or sand storms.

    • The vehicle is driven on a sharp curve or on bumpy roads.

    • An object that reflects the radio waves of the radar such as a parked vehicle, guardrail, or wall is directly next to your vehicle.

    • A vehicle approaches while turning (Such as roundabout)

    • The vehicle is driven at an extremely slow speed.

  • In the following cases, the system turns on the i-ACTIVSENSE warning indication/warning light and operation of the system is stopped. If the i-ACTIVSENSE warning indication/warning light remains on, have the vehicle inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.

    • Some problem with the system has occurred.

    • The front side radar sensor installation position is greatly deviated.

    • There is a large accumulation of snow or ice on the front bumper near a front side radar sensor.

    • The temperature near the radar sensors becomes extremely hot due to driving for a long time on slopes during the summer.

    • The lead-acid battery voltage has decreased.

    • The front side radar sensor of the FCTA may be regulated under the radio wave related laws of the country where the vehicle is driven. If this system is used abroad, it may be necessary to turn off the system.

      Refer to Front Side Radar Sensor (Search).

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Canceling Operation of Front Cross Traffic Alert (FCTA)

The FCTA can be set to inoperable.

  • (If only the FCTA is turned off)

    Refer to the Settings section in the Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.

  • (If the FCTA is turned off by operating the i-ACTIVSENSE OFF switch)

    Refer to i-ACTIVSENSE OFF Switch (Search).

 

If the power switch is switched OFF while you have canceled the system using the i-ACTIVSENSE OFF switch, the system is automatically enabled the next time the power switch is switched ON. However, if the system is canceled using [Settings] in Mazda Connect, the system is not automatically enabled.

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Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) (Some Models)

Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)

The RCTA system is designed to assist the driver in checking the area to the rear left and right sides of your vehicle while your vehicle is reversing by alerting the driver to the presence of vehicles approaching the rear of your vehicle.

The RCTA system detects vehicles approaching from the rear left and right sides of your vehicle and the rear of your vehicle while your 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.

  1. Your vehicle

  2. Detection areas

 

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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RCTA operation

  1. The RCTA system operates when the selector lever is shifted to the reverse (R) position.

  2. 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.

    Rear view monitor (vehicles 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.

    360°view monitor (vehicles 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.

Function for canceling 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).

 

  • The system may operate under the following conditions even if a vehicle is not approaching.

    • An object that reflects the radio waves of the radar such as a parked vehicle, guardrail, or wall is directly next to your vehicle.

    • A vehicle approaching from the rear left and right side of your vehicle slows down.

    • A vehicle approaching from the rear left and right side of your vehicle makes a right or left turn directly in front of your vehicle.

    • A vehicle overtakes your vehicle while it is stopped.

    • Your vehicle is in an area where strong radio waves or electrical noise may occur such as near a television tower or power plant.

  • In the following cases, the i-ACTIVSENSE warning indication/warning light turns on and operation of the system is stopped. If the i-ACTIVSENSE warning indication/warning light remains illuminated, have the vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.

    • Some problem with the system including the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning indicator lights has occurred.

    • A large deviation in the installation position of a rear side radar sensor on the vehicle has occurred.

    • There is a large accumulation of snow or ice on the rear bumper near a rear side radar sensor.

    • Driving on snow-covered roads for long periods.

    • The temperature near the radar sensors becomes extremely hot due to driving for long periods on slopes during the summer.

    • The lead-acid battery voltage has decreased.

  • Under the following conditions, the rear side radar sensor cannot detect approaching vehicles or it might be difficult to detect them, and the system may not operate normally.

    • The vehicle speed when reversing is about 15 km/h (9 mph) or faster.

    • The rear side radar sensor 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.)

      1. Your vehicle

         

    • A vehicle is approaching directly from the rear of your vehicle.

      1. Your vehicle

         

    • The vehicle is parked at an angle.

      1. Your vehicle

         

    • Directly after the RCTA system becomes operable using [Settings] in Mazda Connect.

    • Radio wave interference from a radar sensor equipped on a nearby parked vehicle.

  • 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.

    • Snow or ice adheres to the door mirrors.

    • The front door glass is fogged or covered in snow, frost or dirt.

  • 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.

  • The rear side radar sensor of the RCTA may be regulated under the radio wave related laws of the country where the vehicle is driven. If this system is used abroad, it may be necessary to turn off the system.

    Refer to Rear Side Radar Sensor (Search).

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Canceling Operation of Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)

The RCTA can be set to inoperable.

  • (If only the RCTA is turned off)

    Refer to the Settings section in the Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.

  • (If the RCTA is turned off by operating the i-ACTIVSENSE OFF switch)

    Refer to i-ACTIVSENSE OFF Switch (Search).

 

If the power switch is switched OFF while you have canceled the system using the i-ACTIVSENSE OFF switch, the system is automatically enabled the next time the power switch is switched ON. However, if the system is canceled using [Settings] in Mazda Connect, the system is not automatically enabled.

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Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (MRCC with Stop & Go function) (Some Models)

Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (MRCC with Stop & Go function) (Some Models)

Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (MRCC with Stop & Go function)

The MRCC with Stop & Go function is a system designed to enable constant-speed driving at a set speed and headway control to maintain a constant distance with a vehicle ahead according to your vehicle speed. The system automatically accelerates, decelerates, and stops your vehicle without you having to depress the accelerator or brake pedal.

 

Also refer to the following information before using the MRCC with Stop & Go function.

  • Refer to Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) (Search).

  • Refer to Front Radar Sensor (Search).

 

Do not rely completely on the MRCC with Stop & Go function and always drive carefully:

The MRCC with Stop & Go function may not be able to detect a vehicle ahead depending on the type of vehicle and its conditions, the weather conditions, and the road conditions. Additionally, the system might be unable to decelerate sufficiently if the vehicle ahead applies the brakes suddenly or another vehicle cuts into your lane, which could result in an accident.

Always check the surrounding conditions and depress the brake pedal or accelerator pedal while keeping a safe distance from a vehicle ahead or a vehicle following behind you.

Do not use the system under the following conditions. Otherwise, it may result in an accident:

  • The vehicle is driven on roads other than highways.

  • The vehicle is driven on roads with sharp curves or with heavy traffic where sufficient distances between vehicles cannot be kept.

  • The vehicle is driven on roads where acceleration and deceleration are frequently repeated.

  • The vehicle is exiting the main lane on an expressway to enter an interchange, a rest area, or a parking area.

  • The vehicle is driven on slippery roads such as icy roads, snow-covered roads, and unpaved roads.

  • The vehicle is driven on a long downslope.

  • The vehicle is driven on a steep slope.

  • A two-wheeled vehicle such as a motorcycle or bicycle is traveling ahead.

  • The vehicle is being towed.

  • Proximity warnings activate frequently.

Switch the MRCC with Stop & Go function off when it is not being used.

Leaving the MRCC with Stop & Go function on when it is not in use is dangerous as it could operate unexpectedly, resulting in an accident.

Do not get out of the vehicle while the stop hold control is operating.

Getting out of the vehicle while the stop hold control is operating is dangerous as the vehicle may move unexpectedly and result in an accident. Before leaving the vehicle, switch the MRCC with Stop & Go function off, shift the selector lever to the P position, and apply the parking brake.

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  • The MRCC with Stop & Go function does not operate with the following objects.

    • On-coming vehicles

    • Pedestrians

    • Stationary objects (such as stopped vehicles, obstructions)

  • If a vehicle ahead is traveling at an extremely low speed, the system may not detect it correctly.

  • A brake operation sound may be heard by the MRCC with Stop & Go function control, however it does not indicate a problem.

  • The brake lights turn on while the brakes and stop hold control are operating by the MRCC with Stop & Go function control.

  • If the distance between vehicles control is disabled using [Settings] in Mazda Connect, the MRCC with Stop & Go function switches to cruise control.

    Refer to the Settings section in the Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.

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Close Proximity Warning

If your vehicle approaches a vehicle ahead while in headway control using the Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (MRCC with Stop & Go function), a warning sound is activated and a brake warning is displayed on the multi-information display. Check the surrounding conditions and keep a safe distance from the vehicle ahead.

  1. “Depress Brake Pedal” message is displayed

 

  • While the accelerator pedal is being depressed, the warnings and brake control do not operate even if your vehicle approaches the vehicle ahead.

  • In the following cases, the warnings and brakes may not operate even if your vehicle approaches the vehicle ahead.

    • Your vehicle is being driven at the same speed as the vehicle ahead.

    • Immediately after the MRCC with Stop & Go function is set.

    • Immediately after the accelerator pedal is released.

    • Another vehicle cuts into the driving lane.

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Traffic Jam Assist (TJA) (Some Models)

Traffic Jam Assist (TJA) (Some Models)

Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) (Some Models)

Lane-keep Assist System (LAS)

The LAS provides steering assistance to help the driver stay within the vehicle lane if the vehicle might be deviating.

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 displaying an alert on the multi-information display and the active driving display.

 

Use the system when you drive the vehicle on roads with white (yellow) lines such as expressways and highways.

 

Do not rely completely on the LAS:

  • The LAS is not an automated 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.

  • The functions of the LAS have limitations. Always stay on course using the steering wheel and drive with care.

  • Do not use the LAS under the following circumstances, otherwise it may result in an accident.

    • The vehicle is driven on slippery roads such as icy or snow-covered roads, and unpaved roads.

    • Tires of a different specified size are used, such as a temporary spare tire.

    • Tires with insufficient tread are used.

    • The tire pressures are not adjusted to the specified pressure.

    • The vehicle is being used to tow a camper or boat trailer.

    • Tire chains are used.

    • The vehicle is driven on roads with lane lines other than white (yellow) lines, such as an expressway.

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The system may not operate normally under the following conditions.

  • A condition under which the forward sensing camera (FSC) cannot detect a target object is met.

    Refer to Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) (Search).

  • The visibility of white (yellow) lines is poor (due to paint flaking or dirt, or being hidden by vehicles ahead).

  • There are multiple white (yellow) lines or they are interrupted.

  • A misleading line on the road is picked up (such as temporary line for construction, shadow, lingering snow, or grooves filled with water).

  • The width of a lane is excessively narrow.

  • The vehicle is shaken after hitting a road bump.

  • The vehicle is driven on a section with a closed lane or temporary lane due to construction.

  • The vehicle is driven on a forked road or junction.

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System Operation

Operation conditions

The Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) becomes operational when all of the following conditions are met.

  • The vehicle speed is about 64 km/h (40 mph) or faster.

  • The system detects white (yellow) lane lines.

 

When the system does not detect a white (yellow) lane line on one side only, the system does not operate on the side that is not being detected.

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When temporarily canceling the system

The LAS goes on stand-by when any of the following conditions is met. The LAS is automatically restored when its operation conditions are met.

  • The system cannot detect white (yellow) lane lines.

  • The vehicle speed is less than about 56 km/h (35 mph).

  • The turn signal lever is operated.

  • The accelerator pedal is depressed abruptly.

  • The TCS/DSC is operating.

  • The TCS is turned off.

  • The steering wheel is operated.

  • The brake pedal is operated.

The function is temporarily stopped.

The LAS stops functioning in the following cases:

  • The temperature in the forward sensing camera (FSC) is too high or too low.

  • The windshield around the forward sensing camera (FSC) is foggy.

  • The windshield around the forward sensing camera (FSC) is blocked by an obstruction, causing poor forward visibility.

  • Strong light (such as sunlight, or headlights (high-beam) of on-coming vehicles) is directed at the forward sensing camera (FSC).

Smart Brake Support (SBS) (Some Models)

Smart Brake Support (SBS)

The SBS is a system designed to detect target objects using sensors and cameras equipped on the vehicle, and to reduce damage in the event of a collision by operating the brake control if there is the possibility of your vehicle colliding with a target object.

One part of the SBS functions when you are driving forward and the other part functions when you are driving in reverse.

Refer to Forward drive detection (Search).

Refer to Reverse drive detection (Search).

Reverse drive detection (Some Models)

When you are driving in reverse, the following functions of the Smart Brake Support (SBS) operate.

  • Rearward detection function

  • Rear crossing

 

Do not rely completely on the SBS:

The SBS 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.

Heed the following cautions so that the SBS can operate normally:

  • Do not apply stickers (including transparent stickers) to the areas around the rear side radar sensors and the rear ultrasonic sensors. Otherwise, a rear side radar sensor and a rear ultrasonic sensor may not be able to detect vehicles and obstructions correctly which could result in an accident.

  • Do not disassemble the rear side radar sensors and rear ultrasonic sensors.

  • If you recognize scratches around the rear side radar sensors and rear ultrasonic sensors, stop using the SBS immediately and always have the vehicle inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

    Refer to Stopping the Smart Brake Support (SBS) System Operation (Search).

  • Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for rear bumper removal/installation.

Do not modify the suspension:

If the vehicle height or inclination is changed, the SBS may not operate correctly because it cannot detect obstructions correctly.

Do not hit the rear side radar sensors and rear ultrasonic sensors forcefully:

When washing the vehicle, do not spray highly pressurized water against the rear side radar sensors and the rear ultrasonic sensors, or rub them strongly. In addition, do not hit the rear bumper forcefully when loading and unloading cargo. Otherwise, the system will be unable to detect obstructions correctly and the SBS may not operate normally.

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  • In the following cases, turn the SBS off to prevent a mis-operation.

    • A trailer is pulled or an accessory such as a bicycle carrier is installed to the rear of the vehicle.

    • The vehicle is driven on rough roads such as in areas where there is grass and foliage or off-road.

      Refer to Stopping the Smart Brake Support (SBS) System Operation (Search).

  • Always use tires for all wheels that are of the specified size, and the same manufacture, brand, and tread pattern. In addition, do not use tires with significantly different wear patterns on the same vehicle. If such improper tires are used, the SBS may not operate normally.

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During the SBS brake control, the brake pedal may move rearward or become stiff. The brakes are operating, but continue to depress the brake pedal.

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Rearward detection function

The rearward detection function is designed to reduce damage in the event of a collision with a target object when reversing.

The rearward detection function detects obstructions using the rear ultrasonic sensors. In addition, if there is the possibility of your vehicle colliding with a target object at the rear while you are driving in reverse, you are notified of possible danger by a warning sound and a warning indication on the display.

Furthermore, if the possibility of a collision increases, brake control is performed to reduce damage in the event of a collision.

 

Always check the surrounding area visually when reversing the vehicle:

The operation of the rearward detection function has certain limitations. Therefore, the function might not operate or it might be delayed even if there is a target object at the rear of your vehicle. Always make it your responsibility as a driver to check the rear.

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Operation conditions

The rearward detection function operates when all of the following conditions are met.

  • The EV system is operating.

  • The SBS is on.

  • The selector lever is in the R position.

  • The vehicle speed is about 2 km/h (2 mph) to 8 km/h (4 mph).

  • There is no problem with the DSC.

  • The Electric Parking Brake (EPB) is not operating.

 

  • When any of the following conditions is met, the rearward detection function may not operate.

    • Directly after the EV system starts.

    • The height of the obstruction is low such as low walls or trucks with low loading platforms.

    • The height of the obstruction is high such as trucks with high loading platforms.

    • The obstruction is not as large as a vehicle or wall.

    • The obstruction is thin such as a signpost.

    • The surface of the obstruction is not pointed vertically relative to your vehicle.

    • The obstruction is soft such as a hanging curtain or snow stuck to a vehicle.

    • The obstruction is shaped irregularly.

    • The obstruction is extremely close.

  • When any of the following conditions is met, the rearward detection function may not operate normally.

    • Snow, ice, or mud adheres to the area around a rear ultrasonic sensor.

    • The vehicle posture is unstable due to sudden operation of the steering wheel, accelerator pedal, or brake pedal.

    • There is another obstruction near one obstruction.

    • During inclement weather such as rain, fog, and snow.

    • High or low humidity.

    • High or low temperatures.

    • Strong winds.

    • The path of travel is not flat.

    • Heavy luggage is loaded in the luggage compartment or on the rear seat and the vehicle is tilted.

    • Objects such as a wireless antenna, fog light, or illuminated license plate is installed near a rear ultrasonic sensor.

    • The orientation of a rear ultrasonic sensor has deviated for reasons such as a collision.

    • The vehicle is affected by other sound waves such as the horn, engine noise, or rear ultrasonic sensor of another vehicle.

  • When any of the following conditions is met, the rearward detection function may operate.

    • Reversing towards a steep ascending slope.

    • There are grating, wheel blocks, a road curb, or a bump.

    • There is a hanging curtain or railroad crossing gate.

    • Reversing near objects such as foliage, barriers, vehicles, walls, or fences.

    • The vehicle is driven on rough roads such as in areas where there is grass and foliage or off-road.

    • When reversing through low gates, narrow gates, car washing machines, tunnels, or into a mechanical parking garage.

    • A towing bar is installed or a trailer is connected.

  • If the system performs brake control and the vehicle is stopped, the system will continue to hold the brakes for a brief time unless there is an operation performed by the driver.

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Collision warning

If there is the possibility of your vehicle colliding with a vehicle approaching from the rear on the left or right, or from the rear while you are driving in reverse, a warning sound is activated continuously and a warning is displayed on the multi-information display and the active driving display.

Multi-information display

  1. “BRAKE!” message is displayed

 

Active driving display

  1. “BRAKE!” message is displayed

 

During brake control, the collision warning sound is activated intermittently.

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Rear crossing

The Rear Crossing detection function is designed to reduce the damage in the event of a collision with a vehicle approaching from the rear sides while driving in reverse.

The Rear Crossing detection function detects approaching vehicles using the rear side radar sensors. If there is the possibility of your vehicle colliding with a vehicle approaching from the rear sides while you are driving in reverse, you are notified of possible danger by a warning sound and a warning indication on the display.

Furthermore, if the possibility of a collision increases, brake control is performed to reduce damage in the event of a collision.

 

Always check the surrounding area visually when reversing the vehicle:

The operation of the Rear Crossing detection function has certain limitations. Therefore, the function might not operate or it might be delayed even if there is a vehicle passing through the rear of your vehicle. Always make it your responsibility as a driver to check the rear.

Do not rely completely on the Rear Crossing detection function:

The Rear Crossing detection function operates on vehicles while you are driving in reverse. It will not operate on walls, pedestrians, or animals.

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Operation conditions

The Rear Crossing detection function operates when all of the following conditions are met.

  • The EV system is operating.

  • The SBS is on.

  • The selector lever is in the R position.

  • The vehicle speed is about 10 km/h (6.2 mph) or slower.

  • The vehicle speed of an approaching vehicle is about 3 km/h (2 mph) or faster.

  • There is no problem with the DSC.

 

  • When any of the following conditions is met, the i-ACTIVSENSE warning indication/warning light is turned on and the system operation is stopped. If the i-ACTIVSENSE warning indication/warning light remains on, have the vehicle inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.

    • There is a problem with the system.

    • A large deviation in the installation position of a rear side radar sensor on the vehicle has occurred.

    • Snow, ice, or mud is adhering around a rear side radar sensor.

    • The temperature around a rear side radar sensor is high.

    • Driving on snow-covered roads for long periods.

    • The lead-acid battery voltage has decreased.

  • When any of the following conditions is met, the Rear Crossing detection function will not detect approaching vehicles or they may be difficult to detect.

    • The rear side radar sensor 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.)

      1. Your vehicle

         

    • A vehicle is approaching directly from the rear of your vehicle.

      1. Your vehicle

         

    • The vehicle is parked on a slant.

      1. Your vehicle

         

    • A vehicle is approaching from the opposite direction on a steep gradient.

      1. Your vehicle

         

    • Directly after the EV system starts.

    • Just after the SBS operation has been enabled using [Settings] in Mazda Connect.

    • Radio wave interference from a radar sensor equipped on a vehicle parked nearby.

  • When any of the following conditions is met, the Rear Crossing may operate.

    • There is a hanging curtain or railroad crossing gate.

    • Reversing near objects such as foliage, barriers, vehicles, walls, or fences.

    • The vehicle is driven on rough roads such as in areas where there is grass and foliage or off-road.

    • When reversing through low gates, narrow gates, car washing machines, or tunnels.

    • A towing bar is installed or a trailer is connected.

  • If the system performs brake control and the vehicle is stopped, the system will continue to hold the brakes for a brief time unless there is an operation performed by the driver.

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Collision warning

If there is the possibility of your vehicle colliding with a vehicle approaching from the rear on the left or right, or from the rear while you are driving in reverse, a warning sound is activated continuously and a warning is displayed on the multi-information display and the active driving display.

Multi-information display

  1. “BRAKE!” message is displayed

 

Active driving display

  1. “BRAKE!” message is displayed

 

During brake control, the collision warning sound is activated intermittently.

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Stopping the Smart Brake Support (SBS) System Operation

The SBS can be changed to inoperable.

Refer to the Settings section in the Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.

 

When the SBS is canceled, the SBS OFF indicator light turns on.

 

When the power switch is switched OFF while the SBS forward drive detection is canceled, the SBS forward drive detection is automatically enabled the next time the power switch is switched ON.

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360° View Monitor (Some Models)

360° View Monitor (Some Models)

How to Use the System

Top view/Front view, Top 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.

  • The power switch is switched ON.

  • The selector lever is in a position other than R.

 

Display switching

The displayed screen can be changed each time the 360° View Monitor switch is pressed.

  1. Top view/Front view

  2. Top view/Front wide view

  3. Side view

  4. Home screen

 

  • When the selector lever is in R position, the displayed screen does not switch to the top view/front view, top view/front wide view, or the side view.

  • Display of the top view/front view, top view/front wide view, or the side view stops even with the display conditions met if any of the following conditions occurs.

    • When a switch around the commander knob is pressed.

    • The selector lever is shifted to P position (displayed when the selector lever is in a position other than P).

    • (Displayed when vehicle speed is less than 15 km/h (9.3 mph))

      • 4 minutes and 30 seconds have passed.

      • The vehicle speed is about 15 km/h (9.3 mph) or faster.

    • (Displayed when the vehicle speed is about 15 km/h (9.3 mph) or faster)

      • 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.

      • 4 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.

  • The 360° View Monitor settings can be changed as follows.

    Refer to the Settings section in the Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.

    • Automatic display of the 360° View Monitor when the ultrasonic sensor detects an obstruction.

    • Automatic display of the 360° View Monitor when the power switch is switched ON.

    • Screen priority level when the system launches.

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Top view/Rear view, Top view/Rear wide view

The top view/rear view, top view/rear wide view displays when all of the following conditions are met.

  • The power switch is switched ON.

  • Selector lever is in R position.

Display switching

The displayed screen can be changed each time the 360° View Monitor switch is pressed.

  1. Top view/Rear view

  2. Top view/Rear wide view

 

  • The top view/rear view and top view/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.

  • The top view/rear view and top view/rear wide view displays the previously displayed screen.

  • 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 the Settings section in the Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.

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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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Display/Icon

Content

(1)

View status icon

Indicates which image is displayed among the front view/front wide view/side view/rear view/rear wide view.

(2)

Parking sensor status icon

Indicates that the parking sensor has a problem or it is switched off.

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

  1. Target object

 

  • 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.

  • Because images displayed in the top view screen are processed from each camera, the top view screen may display in the following ways.

    • Depending on the surrounding environment, the color of objects may be displayed on the screen in a color different from the actual one.

    • Depending on the surrounding environment, it may take a few seconds for the color of the screen display to adjust.

    • Obstructions displayed in the front view may not display on the top view screen.

    • If the position or angle of each camera changes due to tilting of the vehicle, the image may appear distorted.

    • Lines on the road may appear distorted at the seams where each of the camera images merge.

    • 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

 

Display/Icon

Content

(1)

Tire icon

Indicates the tire direction. Moves in conjunction with the steering wheel operation.

(2)

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 front bumper is expected to travel.

b) Indicates the path where the inner side of the vehicle is expected to travel.

(3)

Extended vehicle width lines (blue)

Indicates the approximate width of the vehicle.

(4)

Projected vehicle path distance guide lines (yellow & red)

Indicates the distance (from front end of bumper) in front of the vehicle.

  • The red line indicates the point about 0.5 m (19 in) from the front end of the bumper.

  • The yellow lines indicate the points about 1.0 m (39 in) and 2.0 m (78 in) from the front end of the bumper.

 

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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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.

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How to use the projected vehicle path line function

  1. (Screen display)

  2. (Actual condition)

 

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.

Top View/Front Wide View

Use the top view/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

  1. Target object

 

  • 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.

  • Because images displayed in the top view screen are processed from each camera, the top view screen may display in the following ways.

    • Depending on the surrounding environment, the color of objects may be displayed on the screen in a color different from the actual one.

    • Depending on the surrounding environment, it may take a few seconds for the color of the screen display to adjust.

    • Obstructions displayed in the front view may not display on the top view screen.

    • If the position or angle of each camera changes due to tilting of the vehicle, the image may appear distorted.

    • Lines on the road may appear distorted at the seams where each of the camera images merge.

    • 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

 

Display/Icon

Content

(1)

Extended vehicle width lines and distance guide lines (blue & red)

Indicates the approximate width of the vehicle and the distance (from front end of bumper) in front of the vehicle.

  • The red lines indicate the points up to about 0.5 m (19 in) from the front end of the bumper.

 

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.

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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

  1. Target object

Viewing the screen

 

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Content

(1)

Projected vehicle path lines (yellow)

Indicates the approximate projected path of the vehicle. Moves in conjunction with the steering wheel operation.

The projected vehicle path lines (yellow) indicate the path the inner side of the vehicle is expected to travel.

(2)

Vehicle parallel guide lines (blue)

Indicates the approximate vehicle width including the door mirrors.

(3)

Vehicle front end guide lines (blue)

Indicates the point about 0.25 m (9.84 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 the Settings section in the Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.

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How to use the projected vehicle path line function

  1. (Screen display)

  2. (Actual condition)

 

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.

 

  • 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).

  • 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.

  • 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.

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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

  1. Target object

 

  • 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.

  • Because images displayed in the top view screen are processed from each camera, the top view screen may display in the following ways.

    • Depending on the surrounding environment, the color of objects may be displayed on the screen in a color different from the actual one.

    • Depending on the surrounding environment, it may take a few seconds for the color of the screen display to adjust.

    • Obstructions displayed in the rear view may not display on the top view screen.

    • If the position or angle of each camera changes due to tilting of the vehicle, the image may appear distorted.

    • Lines on the road may appear distorted at the seams where each of the camera images merge.

    • 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

 

Display/Icon

Content

(1)

Tire icon

Indicates the tire direction. Moves in conjunction with the steering wheel operation.

(2)

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.

(3)

Extended vehicle width lines (blue)

These guide lines indicate the approximate width of the vehicle.

(4)

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).

  • The red line indicates the point about 0.5 m (19 in) from the rear end of the bumper.

  • The yellow lines indicate the points about 1.0 m (39 in) and 2.0 m (78 in) from the rear end of the bumper.

 

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.

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How to use the projected vehicle path line function

 

  • The front of the vehicle swings out wide when turning the steering wheel while reversing. Maintain sufficient distance between the vehicle and an obstruction.

  • 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.

    • 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.

    • 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.

  • 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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  1. Back the vehicle into the parking space by turning the steering wheel so that the vehicle enters the center of the parking space.

     

    1. (Screen display)

    2. (Actual condition)

  2. 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.

  3. 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.)

     

    1. (Screen display)

    2. (Actual condition)

Top View/Rear Wide View

Use the top view/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

  1. Target object

 

  • 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.

  • Because images displayed in the top view screen are processed from each camera, the top view screen may display in the following ways.

    • Depending on the surrounding environment, the color of objects may be displayed on the screen in a color different from the actual one.

    • Depending on the surrounding environment, it may take a few seconds for the color of the screen display to adjust.

    • Obstructions displayed in the front view may not display on the top view screen.

    • If the position or angle of each camera changes due to tilting of the vehicle, the image may appear distorted.

    • Lines on the road may appear distorted at the seams where each of the camera images merge.

    • 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

 

Display/Icon

Content

(1)

Extended vehicle width lines and distance guide lines (blue & red)

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).

  • The red lines indicate the points up to about 0.5 m (19 in) from the rear end of the bumper.

 

The top view/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.

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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

  1. Obstruction

  2. Margin of error

Side camera

  1. Obstruction

  2. Margin of error

Rear camera

  1. Obstruction

  2. Margin of error

 

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

  1. Appears further than actual distance

  2. Distance of obstruction being viewed on screen

  3. Actual distance of obstruction from vehicle

  4. Actual obstruction

  5. Obstruction appearing on screen

  6. Appears closer than actual distance

Side camera

  1. Appears further than actual distance

  2. Distance of obstruction being viewed on screen

  3. Actual distance of obstruction from vehicle

  4. Actual obstruction

  5. Obstruction appearing on screen

  6. Appears closer than actual distance

Rear camera

  1. Appears further than actual distance

  2. Distance of obstruction being viewed on screen

  3. Actual distance of obstruction from vehicle

  4. Obstruction appearing on screen

  5. Actual obstruction

  6. Appears closer than actual distance

 

If the vehicle is on a slope, obstructions taken by the camera can appear farther or closer than the actual distance from the vehicle.

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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

  1. (Screen display)

  2. (Actual condition)

Rear camera

  1. (Screen display)

  2. (Actual condition)

  3. Sensed distance on screen A>B>C

  4. Actual distance B>C=A

System Problem Indication

Center display indication

Cause

Action to be taken

“No camera signal.” is displayed

The control unit might be damaged.

Have your vehicle inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

Screen is pitch-black and blank

The camera might be damaged.

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