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.

Camera and Sensors

i-ACTIVSENSE uses the following detection systems.

Vehicle front

  1. Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)

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

  2. Front camera

    Refer to Front Camera/Side Cameras/Rear Camera (Search).

  3. Side cameras

    Refer to Front Camera/Side Cameras/Rear Camera (Search).

  4. Front side radar sensor

    Refer to Front Side Radar Sensor (Search).

  5. Front radar sensor

    Refer to Front Radar Sensor (Search).

Vehicle rear

  1. Rear camera

    Refer to Front Camera/Side Cameras/Rear Camera (Search).

  2. Rear ultrasonic sensor

    Refer to Rear Ultrasonic Sensor (Search).

  3. Rear side radar sensor

    Refer to Rear Side Radar Sensor (Search).

Inside of vehicle

  1. Driver monitoring camera

    Refer to Driver Monitoring Camera (Search).

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.

Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) (Some Models)

Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) (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)

Rear Side Radar Sensor (Some Models)

Rear Side Radar Sensor (Some Models)

Rear Side Radar Sensor

Your vehicle is equipped with rear side radar sensor.

  1. Rear side radar sensor

 

The following systems also use the rear side radar sensor.

  • Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)

  • Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)

  • Smart Brake Support (SBS) reverse drive detection

  • Emergency Lane Keeping (ELK)

The rear side radar sensors emit radio waves and detect the radio waves reflected off a vehicle approaching from the rear or an obstruction.

 

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

  • Always keep the surface of the rear bumper near the rear side radar sensors clean so that they 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.

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

  • For repairs or replacement of the rear 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 rear side radar sensors may decrease and each system may not operate normally.

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

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

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

The rear 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 Ultrasonic Sensor (Some Models)

Rear Ultrasonic Sensor

Your vehicle is equipped with rear ultrasonic sensor.

  1. Rear ultrasonic sensor

 

The following systems also use the rear ultrasonic sensor.

  • Smart brake support (SBS) reverse drive detection

The rear ultrasonic sensors function by emitting ultrasonic waves which are reflected off obstructions at the rear and the returning ultrasonic waves are picked up by the rear ultrasonic sensors.

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

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

Driver Monitoring Camera (Some Models)

Driver Monitoring Camera

Your vehicle is equipped with a driver monitoring camera.

  1. Driver monitoring camera

 

The driver monitoring camera is used by the following system.

  • Driver Monitoring (DM)

The driver monitoring camera detects changes in the driver's facial features and estimates the amount of accumulated fatigue and sleepiness of the driver.

 

  • DM and the earlier collision warning may not operate normally under the following conditions.

    • The driver monitoring camera is covered with something.

    • You are driving the vehicle while leaning on the steering wheel.

    • You are wearing glasses or sunglasses.

    • A cap or hat you are wearing partially blocks the driver monitoring camera's view of your eyes, you have long bangs partially covering your eyes, or a part of your face is invisible due to a face mask.

    • The lighting conditions change significantly (such as backlight, light from the side, or direct light from the setting sun, and the headlights of on-coming vehicles).

    • You are driving the vehicle with your head excessively tilted to one side or the other.

    • You are moving around extensively.

    • Your face or your eyes frequently turn in direction other than straight ahead (direction of travel).

    • Your line of sight moves or directly after it has moved.

    • There is a large difference between your line of sight and the direction your face is pointed.

    • You are driving the vehicle with your head largely tilted to one side.

    • Free/open source software information

      This product includes free/open sources. Information about the licensing and source code is available at the following URL.

      http://www.embedded-carmultimedia.jp/RTOS/License/oss/DMS_0201/

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Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS) (Some Models)

Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS) (Some Models)

Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS)

The adaptive front lighting system (AFS) automatically adjusts the headlight beams to the left or right in conjunction with the operation of the steering wheel after the headlights have been turned on and the vehicle speed is about 2 km/h (2 mph) or higher.

A system malfunction or operation conditions are indicated by a warning.

Refer to Exterior Light Warning Indication/Warning Light (Search).

 

The Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS) can be switched to on/off using the personalization function.

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

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High Beam Control System (HBC) (Some Models)

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) (Some Models)

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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Distance & Speed Alert (DSA) (Some Models)

Vehicle Ahead Close Proximity Warning

When the distance between your vehicle and a vehicle ahead is close, the i-ACTIVSENSE status symbol (Warning/risk avoidance support system) changes from green to amber and the warning indication is displayed on the multi-information display.

Check the surrounding conditions and keep a safe distance from the vehicle ahead.

Driver Monitoring (DM) (Some Models)

Driver Monitoring (DM)

The DM is a system which detects driver fatigue and sleepiness, and encourages the driver to take a rest.

While driving the vehicle at about 5 km/h (3 mph) or faster, the DM detects changes in the driver's facial features using the driver monitoring camera. The system then estimates the amount of accumulated fatigue and sleepiness of the driver and encourages the driver to take a rest using a warning indication in the instrument cluster and a warning sound.

Two types of warning indication patterns are set for notifying the driver based on the estimated amount of accumulated fatigue and sleepiness of the driver.

  • Fatigue and sleepiness are detected: Warning pattern (caution)

  • Much more fatigue and sleepiness are detected: Warning pattern (warning)

 

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

The DM is a system which detects driver fatigue and sleepiness, and encourages the driver to take a rest. This is not designed to prevent driver fatigue and sleepiness, and over-reliance on the system could lead to an accident. Drive carefully and turn the steering wheel appropriately.

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

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Operation conditions

The DM begins monitoring after 20 minutes have passed since the driver began driving the vehicle and when the vehicle speed is about 5 km/h (3 mph) or faster.

 

  • If the vehicle speed decreases to less than about 5 km/h (3 mph) while the DM is monitoring, the DM stops monitoring for 6 minutes even if the vehicle speed returns to about 5 km/h (3 mph) or faster.

  • If the driver monitoring camera does not recognize the driver correctly, the DM may not monitor correctly.

    Refer to Driver Monitoring Camera (Search).

  • After the DM has displayed the first message encouraging the driver to take a rest, it does not display it again during the following periods.

    • After displaying the warning pattern (caution), the next warning pattern (caution) is not displayed until 45 minutes have passed.

    • After displaying the warning pattern (warning), the next warning pattern (warning) is not displayed until 15 minutes have passed.

    • After displaying the warning pattern (warning), the next warning pattern (caution) is not displayed until 45 minutes have passed.

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Driver Monitoring (DM) Display

When the Driver Monitoring (DM) detects driver fatigue or sleepiness, it activates the warning sound and displays an alert in the instrument cluster.

Warning pattern (caution) (white)

  1. “Time for a Break” message is displayed

 

Warning pattern (warning) (amber)

  1. “Time for a Break” message is displayed

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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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)

Setting the System

Operation switch

  1. CANCEL switch

  2. RES switch

  3. MRCC switch

Operation conditions

The MRCC with Stop & Go function operates when all of the following conditions are met.

  • The MRCC with Stop & Go function is on.

  • The selector lever is in the D position.

  • The parking brake is released.

  • All the doors are closed.

  • The driver's seat belt is fastened.

  • Vehicle speed is 0 to 140 km/h (0 to 87 mph)

 

  • In the following cases, the MRCC with Stop & Go function system is canceled when the vehicle is traveling at 30 km/h (20 mph) or less and “Mazda Radar Cruise Control Disabled Under 30 km/h” is displayed in the multi-information display.

    • The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) cannot detect target objects.

    • There is a problem with the stop hold control function.

    • There is a problem with the Electric Parking Brake (EPB).

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Setting the vehicle speed

  1. Press the MRCC switch to turn the system on.

  2. Accelerate the vehicle until it reaches the desired speed using the accelerator pedal and press the RES switch up (SET+) or down (SET-) to set the speed.

 

  • When the system is turned on, the MRCC standby indication (white) turns on and the MRCC display indications are displayed on the multi-information display and the active driving display.

  • When the vehicle speed is set, the set vehicle speed is displayed on the displays and the MRCC standby indication (white) changes to the MRCC set indication (green).

  • The minimum speed setting is 30 km/h (19 mph).

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Travel status

Indication on multi-information display

Indication on active driving display

During travel at constant speed

During travel under headway control

Setting the distance between vehicles

The distance between vehicles is set to a shorter distance by pressing the CANCEL switch down, and to a longer distance by pressing the CANCEL switch up. The distance between vehicles can be set to 4 levels: Long, medium, short, and extremely short distance.

The distance between vehicles increases or decreases depending on the vehicle speed.

Distance-between-vehicles guideline

(at 80 km/h (50 mph) vehicle speed)

Indication on multi-information display

Indication on active driving display*1

Long (about 50 m (164 ft))

Medium (about 40 m (131 ft))

Short (about 30 m (98 ft))

Extremely short (about 25 m (82 ft))

  1. Displays a pop-up image in the active driving display only when the driver operates the switch.

Changing the set vehicle speed

How to change the set vehicle speed using the RES switch

When the RES switch is pressed up (SET+), the vehicle accelerates, and when the RES switch is pressed down (SET-), the vehicle decelerates.

  • Press and release immediately: 1 km/h (1 mph)

  • Press and hold: 10 km/h (5 mph)

How to change the set vehicle speed using the accelerator pedal

Depress the accelerator pedal until the vehicle speed reaches the desired speed, then press the RES switch up (SET+) or down (SET-) and release the switch.

Temporary cancellation

If any of the following conditions is met, the MRCC with Stop & Go function is canceled temporarily.

  • The MRCC with Stop & Go function operation conditions are not met.

  • The CANCEL switch is pressed.

  • The brake pedal is depressed.

  • The front radar sensors cannot detect target objects.

  • The DSC has operated.

  • The Smart Brake Support (SBS) has operated.

  • The frequency of the braking operation by the MRCC with Stop & Go function is high.

  • There is a problem in the system.

Resuming the control

If the MRCC with Stop & Go function is temporarily canceled, it will resume operation at the previously set speed by pressing the RES switch after all of the operation conditions have been met again.

Turning off the system

When the MRCC switch is pressed while the MRCC is operating, the MRCC turns off.

Traffic Jam Assist (TJA) (Some Models)

Traffic Jam Assist (TJA) Display Indication

The TJA setting status and operation conditions are indicated on the multi-information display and the active driving display.

Multi-information display (Basic display)

  1. Vehicle ahead display

  2. TJA set vehicle speed

Multi-information display (i-ACTIVSENSE display)

  1. Vehicle ahead display

  2. TJA set vehicle speed

Active driving display

  1. Vehicle ahead display

  2. TJA set vehicle speed

Steering assist function display

When the steering assist function operates, the steering assist operation display on the display changes from white to green.

  1. Steering assist operation display

 

You can check if the steering assist function is following the lane lines or it is following vehicles ahead, on the multi-information display.

Inactive

Active (vehicle ahead)

Active (lane line)

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If there is a problem with the TJA, a message is displayed on the display. Check the details of the problem and then have your vehicle inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

Refer to If a Warning Light Turns On or Flashes (Search).

Close Proximity Warning

If your vehicle approaches the vehicle ahead while traveling under headway control using the Traffic Jam Assist (TJA), a warning sound is activated and a brake warning is indicated 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 Traffic Jam Assist (TJA) is set.

    • Immediately after the accelerator pedal is released.

    • Another vehicle cuts into the driving lane.

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Setting the System

Operation switch

  1. CANCEL switch

  2. RES switch

  3. TJA switch

Operation conditions

Headway control function

The headway control operates when all of the following conditions are met.

  • The TJA is on.

  • The selector lever is in the D position.

  • The parking brake is released.

  • All the doors are closed.

  • The driver's seat belt is fastened.

  • Vehicle speed is 0 to 140 km/h (0 to 87 mph)

Steering assist function

The steering assist function operates when all of the following conditions are met.

  • The headway control function is operating.

  • The vehicle is being driven at a speed of less than about 56 km/h (35 mph).

  • When driving near the center of the lane and the white (yellow) lane lines on both sides are detected clearly, or a vehicle ahead is detected clearly in front of your vehicle.

  • The steering wheel is not turned sharply.

  • The turn signal lever is not operated.

 

  • The steering operation assist is performed so that the vehicle remains near the center of the driving lane, however, depending on conditions such as the road curvature, road slope and undulations, and vehicle speed, the function might not be able to keep the vehicle near the center of the driving lane.

  • Under the following conditions, the TJA cannot be used when the vehicle speed is 30 km/h (20 mph) or slower.

    • The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) cannot detect target objects.

    • There is a problem with the Electric Parking Brake (EPB).

    • There is a problem with the stop hold control function.

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Setting the vehicle speed

  1. Press the TJA switch to turn the system on.

  2. Accelerate the vehicle until it reaches the desired speed using the accelerator pedal and press the RES switch up (SET+) or down (SET-) to set the speed.

 

  • When the system is turned on, the TJA standby indication (white) turns on and the TJA display indication is displayed on the multi-information display and the active driving display.

  • When the vehicle speed is set, the set vehicle speed is displayed on the displays and the TJA standby indication (white) changes to the TJA set indication (green)

  • The minimum speed setting is 30 km/h (19 mph).

  • When the TJA switch is pressed while the Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (MRCC with Stop & Go function) system is operating, the MRCC with Stop & Go function switches to the TJA. In addition, when the MRCC switch is pressed while the TJA is operating, the TJA switches to the MRCC with Stop & Go function.

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Setting the distance between vehicles

The distance between vehicles is set to a shorter distance by pressing the CANCEL switch down, and to a longer distance by pressing the CANCEL switch up. The distance between vehicles can be set to 4 levels: Long, medium, short, and extremely short distance.

The distance between vehicles increases or decreases depending on the vehicle speed.

Distance-between-vehicles guideline

(at 80 km/h (50 mph) vehicle speed)

Indication on display

Indication on multi-information display

Indication on active driving display*1

Long (about 50 m (164 ft))

Medium (about 40 m (131 ft))

Short (about 30 m (98 ft))

Extremely short (about 25 m (82 ft))

  1. Displays a pop-up image when the CANCEL switch is operated.

Changing the set vehicle speed

How to change the set vehicle speed using the RES switch

When the RES switch is pressed up (SET+), the vehicle accelerates, and when the RES switch is pressed down (SET-), the vehicle decelerates.

  • Press and release immediately: 1 km/h (1 mph)

  • Press and hold: 10 km/h (5 mph)

How to change the set vehicle speed using the accelerator pedal

Depress the accelerator pedal until the vehicle speed reaches the desired speed, then press the RES switch up (SET+) or down (SET-) and release the switch.

Temporary cancellation

Headway control function

If any of the following conditions is met, the headway control function is temporarily canceled.

  • The headway control function operation conditions are not met.

  • The CANCEL switch is pressed.

  • The brake pedal is depressed.

  • The front radar sensors cannot detect target objects.

  • The DSC has operated.

  • The Smart Brake Support (SBS) has operated.

  • The frequency of the braking operation by the TJA is high.

  • There is a problem in the system.

Steering assist function

If any of the following conditions is met, the steering assist function is temporarily canceled.

  • The headway control function is canceled.

  • White (yellow) lane lines cannot be detected or a vehicle ahead cannot be recognized.

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

  • The Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) has operated.

  • The Blind Spot Assist has operated.

  • The Road Keep Assist has operated.

  • The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) cannot be used.

  • The accelerator pedal is depressed.

  • The turn signal lever is operated.

  • The steering wheel is operated abruptly

  • The driver takes his/her hands off the steering wheel.

  • The vehicle is making a sharp curve.

  • The vehicle crosses a lane line.

  • The width of the vehicle lane is narrow or wide.

  • There is a problem in the system.

 

  • If you are not holding the steering wheel properly, the warning sound is activated and warnings are displayed on the multi-information display and the active driving display.

    Multi-information display

    Active driving display

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Resuming the control

If the TJA is temporarily canceled, it will resume operation at the previously set speed by pressing the RES switch after all of the operation conditions have been met again.

Turning off the system

When the TJA switch is pressed while the TJA is operating, the TJA turns off.

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

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

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).

Steering Wheel Operation Assist

When the system determines that the vehicle might be deviating from its lane, the steering wheel operation assist operates.

The system notifies the driver that it provided steering wheel operation assistance on the multi-information display and the active driving display.

Multi-information display (Basic display)

Multi-information display (i-ACTIVSENSE display)

Active driving display

 

  • When the driver operates the steering wheel while the steering wheel operation assist is operating, the steering wheel operation assistance is canceled.

  • When the steering wheel operation assist is performed several times within a certain period of time, the warning sound is activated.

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Smart Brake Support (SBS) (Some Models)

Smart Brake Support (SBS) (Some Models)

360° View Monitor (Some Models)

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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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).

  • Front Cross Traffic Alert (FCTA)

    If there is the possibility of a collision with an approaching vehicle while the front view/front wide view/side view is displayed, a warning is displayed on the center display.

    The Front Cross Traffic Alert (FCTA) is designed to assist the driver in checking both sides of the vehicle when the vehicle starts to drive at an intersection.

    Refer to Front Cross Traffic Alert (FCTA) (Search).

  • 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

  1. Cameras

  2. Ultrasonic sensors

  3. Front/Rear side radar sensors

 

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.

    • Icy or snow-covered roads.

    • Tire chains or a temporary spare tire is installed.

    • The front or rear doors are not fully closed.

    • The vehicle is on a road incline.

    • Bumpy roads.

    • The door mirrors are retracted.

  • Do not hit the front/rear camera, front bumper, liftgate, and door mirrors forcefully. The camera position or installation angle may shift.

  • The cameras are waterproof. Do not disassemble, modify, or remove a camera.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • If a camera lens is severely damaged by flying gravel, have the camera replaced. For camera replacement, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

  • Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for repair, painting, or replacement of the front/rear camera, front bumper, liftgate and door mirrors.

  • Heed the following cautions to assure that the 360° View Monitor operates normally.

    • Do not modify the vehicle suspensions or lower/raise the vehicle body, or both.

    • Always use tires of the specified type and size for the front and rear wheels. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for tire replacement.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • If the vehicle is driven during cold temperatures and the camera temperature decreases, the top view and the side view may become unclear. However, this does not indicate a problem. If the vehicle is stopped for a while and the camera temperature increases, the top view and the side view will return to the normal condition.

  • If the lead-acid battery voltage is low, the screen might be temporarily difficult to view, however, this does not indicate a problem.

  • The 360° View Monitor has limitations. Objects under the bumper or near both ends of the bumper cannot be displayed.

  • Obstructions above the upper image range of the camera are not displayed.

  • Under the following conditions, the screen might be difficult to view, however this does not indicate a problem.

    • The temperature near the lens is high/low.

    • Rainy conditions, water droplets on the camera, or high humidity.

    • Mud or foreign matter near the camera.

    • The area around the vehicle is dark.

    • Extremely bright light such as sunlight or headlights hitting the camera lens directly.

    • The surroundings are illuminated by vehicle lights, fluorescent lights, or LED lights (display may flicker).

    • Extremely small dark or white dots appear on the screen (dots may flicker).

    • An object is close to a camera.

  • Because the 360° View Monitor camera uses a special lens, the distance displayed on the screen differs from the actual distance.

  • Obstructions displayed on the screen may appear differently than in actuality. (Obstructions may appear fallen, larger, or longer than they actually are.)

  • 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.

  • Only rear and rear wide images displayed on the monitor from the 360° View Monitor camera are reversed images (mirror images).

  • Free/open source software information

    This product includes free/open sources. Information about the licensing and source code is available at the following URL.

    https://www.denso.com/global/en/opensource/svss/mazda/

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Types of Images Displayed on the Screen

Top view/Front view

Displays the image of the area around the vehicle and the vehicle front.

  1. Top view screen

  2. Front view screen

  3. “Check surroundings for safety.” message is displayed

 

Top view/Front wide view

Displays the image of the area around the vehicle and the front of the vehicle (wide-area).

  1. Top view screen

  2. Front wide view screen

  3. “Check surroundings for safety.” message is displayed

 

Side view

Displays the image of the left and right sides of the vehicle.

  1. Left side view screen

  2. Right side view screen

  3. “Check surroundings for safety.” message is displayed

 

Top view/Rear view

Displays the image of the area around the vehicle and the rear of the vehicle.

  1. Top view screen

  2. Rear view screen

  3. “Check surroundings for safety.” message is displayed

 

Top view/Rear wide view

Displays the image of the area around the vehicle and the rear of the vehicle (wide-area).

  1. Top view screen

  2. Rear wide view screen

  3. “Check surroundings for safety.” message is displayed

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/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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