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.

Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) (Some Models)

Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) (Some Models)

Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)

Your vehicle is equipped with a Forward Sensing Camera (FSC).

  1. Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)

 

The following systems also use the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC).

  • High Beam Control System (HBC)

  • Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)

  • Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR)

  • Distance & Speed Alert (DSA)

  • Driver Attention Alert (DAA)

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

  • Traffic Jam Assist (TJA)

  • Lane-keep Assist System (LAS)

  • Emergency Lane Keeping (ELK)

  • Smart Brake Support (SBS) forward drive detection

The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) determines the conditions ahead of the vehicle while traveling at night and detects traffic lanes. The distance in which the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) can detect objects varies depending on the surrounding conditions.

 

Do not modify the suspension:

If the vehicle height or inclination is changed, the system will not be able to correctly detect vehicles ahead. This will result in the system not operating normally or mistakenly operating, which could cause a serious accident.

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

  • Do not hit or apply strong force to the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) or the area around it. If the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) is severely hit or if there are cracks or damage caused by flying gravel or debris in the area around it, stop using the following systems and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

    • HBC

    • LDWS

    • TSR

    • DSA

    • DAA

    • MRCC with Stop & Go function

    • TJA

    • LAS

    • ELK

    • SBS forward drive detection

  • The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) is installed to the windshield. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for windshield repair and replacement.

  • Do not remove the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) cover.

  • Be careful not to scratch the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) lens or allow it to get dirty.

  • The direction in which the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) is pointed has been finely adjusted. Do not change the installation position of the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) or remove it. Otherwise, it could result in damage or malfunction.

  • Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer regarding cleaning of the camera lens.

  • Do not place objects on the dashboard which reflect light.

  • Do not apply accessories, stickers or film to the windshield near the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC).

    If the area in front of the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) lens is obstructed, it will cause the system to not operate correctly. Consequently, each system may not operate normally which could lead to an unexpected accident.

  • Always keep the windshield glass around the camera clean by removing dirt or fogging. Use the windshield defroster to remove fogging on the windshield.

  • The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) includes a function for detecting a soiled windshield and informing the driver, however, depending on the conditions, it may not detect plastic shopping bags, ice or snow on the windshield. In such cases, the system cannot accurately determine a vehicle ahead and may not be able to operate normally. Always drive carefully and pay attention to the road ahead.

  • When cleaning the windshield, do not allow glass cleaners or similar cleaning fluids to get on the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) lens. In addition, do not touch the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) lens.

  • Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer regarding cleaning the interior side of the windshield around the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC).

  • If there are recognizable cracks or damage caused by flying gravel or debris on the windshield, always have the windshield replaced. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for replacement.

  • Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer before performing repairs around the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC).

  • When performing repairs around the rearview mirror, 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 Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) cannot operate normally due to rain, backlight, or fog, the system functions related to the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) are temporarily stopped and the following warning lights turn on. However, this does not indicate a malfunction.

    • HBC warning indication/warning light (amber)

    • i-ACTIVSENSE warning indication/warning light

  • If the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) cannot operate normally due to high temperatures, the system functions related to the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) are temporarily stopped and the following warning lights turn on. However, this does not indicate a malfunction. Cool down the area around the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) such as by turning on the air conditioner.

    • HBC warning indication/warning light (amber)

    • i-ACTIVSENSE warning indication/warning light

  • If the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) detects that the windshield is dirty or foggy, the system functions related to the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) are temporarily stopped and the following warning lights turn on. However, this does not indicate a problem. Remove the dirt from the windshield or press the defroster switch and defog the windshield.

    • HBC warning indication/warning light (amber)

    • i-ACTIVSENSE warning indication/warning light

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Detection of pedestrians

The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) detects pedestrians when all of the following conditions are met.

  • The height of a pedestrian is about 1 to 2 m (3 to 6.5 ft).

  • The outline of a pedestrian is recognized such as the head, both shoulders, or the feet.

The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) may not be able to detect pedestrians when any of the following conditions is met.

  • There are multiple pedestrians.

  • A pedestrian is close to a separate object.

  • A pedestrian is crouching, lying, or slouching.

  • A pedestrian suddenly jumps into the road.

  • A pedestrian is holding something (such as an open umbrella or large baggage).

  • A pedestrian blends into the background (such as in a dark location at night or by wearing clothes matching the background color).

Detection of objects

When any of the following conditions is met, the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) may not be able to detect target objects correctly, and each system may not operate normally.

  • The height of the vehicle ahead is low.

  • You are driving your vehicle at the same speed as the vehicle ahead.

  • The headlights of your vehicle are not turned on during the night or in a tunnel.

When any of the following conditions is met, the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) may not be able to detect target objects, and each system may not operate normally.

  • The target object enters the blind spot of the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC).

  • A person or object bursts onto the road from the shoulder or cuts right in front of you.

  • The distance between your vehicle and the target object is extremely close.

  • You change the course and approach a target object.

  • A vehicle ahead has a special shape (such as a vehicle carrier).

  • A vehicle ahead is a truck with a low loading platform.

  • A vehicle ahead has an extremely low or high profile.

  • A vehicle ahead is outside the illumination range of the headlights.

  • A vehicle ahead is not equipped with taillights.

  • The taillights of a vehicle ahead are dim or turned off.

  • The headlights of an on-coming vehicle are dim or turned off.

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

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

  • Strong light is directed at the front of your vehicle (such as backlight and high-beam headlights).

  • There is an object which emits a lot of light.

  • The surrounding area is dark (such as during the night, early evening, or early morning, or in a tunnel or indoor parking lot).

  • There are light sources in the surrounding area (such as streetlamps, illuminated signboards, and traffic signals).

  • There are objects which reflect light (such as reflective plates and signs) in the surrounding area.

  • The surrounding brightness suddenly changes (such as when entering or exiting a tunnel).

  • The brightness of the headlights of your vehicle is insufficient (such as the illumination is weakened due to a dirty lens or the optical axis is deviated).

  • Tires other than the specified size are used on your vehicle (such as when tire chains or temporary spare tires are used).

  • The tires on your vehicle have significantly different wear.

  • Foreign matter is stuck to the windshield (such as ice, fog, snow, frost, raindrops, dirt, or a piece of plastic).

  • The windshield is dirty or fogged.

  • The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) is blocked by an obstruction, causing poor forward visibility (such as when roof rails are installed to the vehicle and a long object is loaded).

  • The windshield washer is being used.

  • The windshield wipers are not being used when it is raining.

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

  • Your vehicle is towing another vehicle.

  • The vehicle is making a sharp curve, or ascending or descending a steep slope.

  • The vehicle is driven on roads with sharp curves or undulations.

  • The vehicle is driven on uneven roads.

  • The vehicle is driven next to walls with no patterning (including fences and longitudinally striped walls).

  • There are water puddles on the road.

  • The road surface is shiny.

Front Radar Sensor (Some Models)

Front Radar Sensor (Some Models)

Front Side Radar Sensor (Some Models)

Front 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).

Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS) (Some Models)

Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS) (Some Models)

High Beam Control System (HBC) (Some Models)

High Beam Control System (HBC) (Some Models)

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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Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR) (Some Models)

Excessive Speed Warning

If the vehicle speed exceeds the speed limit sign displayed in the active driving display/instrument cluster, the area around the speed limit sign flashes in amber and the warning sound is activated at the same time. If the vehicle speed continues to exceed the displayed speed limit sign, the indication stops flashing and remains on. Check the surrounding conditions and adjust the vehicle speed to the legal speed using the appropriate operation such as depressing the brake pedal.

  1. Vehicle is doing 55 mph when 50 mph speed limit sign is recognized.

  2. Vehicle continues to do 55 mph after 50 mph speed limit sign is recognized.

  3. Active driving display indication

  4. Instrument cluster

 

The excessive speed warning is initially set to inoperable. If you want to activate the excessive speed warning, change the setting in the personalization features. In addition, the warning pattern and the warning activation timing differ depending on the setting contents.

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

Speed Limit Sign Alert setting

  • Off: The excessive speed warning is not activated.

  • Visual: The area around the speed limit sign displayed in the display flashes in amber, and if the vehicle speed continues to exceed the displayed speed limit sign, the indication stops flashing and remains on.

  • Visual + Audible: The area around the speed limit sign displayed in the display flashes in amber and the warning sound is activated at the same time. If the vehicle speed continues to exceed the displayed speed limit sign, the indication stops flashing and remains on. The warning sound is activated continuously until the vehicle speed decreases below the speed limit sign.

Speed Limit Sign Threshold setting

  • + 0 km/h (+ 0 mph): If the vehicle speed exceeds the speed limit sign displayed in the display, the excessive speed warning is activated.

  • + 5 km/h (+ 3 mph): If the vehicle speed exceeds the speed limit sign displayed in the display by 5 km/h (3 mph), the excessive speed warning is activated.

  • + 10 km/h (+ 5 mph): If the vehicle speed exceeds the speed limit sign displayed in the display by 10 km/h (5 mph), the excessive speed warning is activated.

 

  • In the following cases, the excessive speed warning stops operating.

    • The vehicle speed is less than the speed of the displayed speed limit sign. (If the activation timing for the excessive speed warning is changed in the personalization features, the excessive speed warning stops operating when the vehicle speed is less than the changed vehicle speed.

    • A speed limit sign indication has been updated and the vehicle speed is lower than the updated indication.

    • Display of the speed limit sign stops.

  • The warning indication is displayed at the same time the excessive speed warning sound is activated if the vehicle speed exceeds the speed indicated on the speed limit sign.

    Refer to Excessive Speed Warning (Search).

  • If the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) or data recorded in the navigation system incorrectly recognizes the actual speed limit sign at a lower speed, the excessive speed alarm is activated even if the vehicle is driven at the legal speed.

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Distance & Speed Alert (DSA) (Some Models)

Distance & Speed Alert (DSA) (Some Models)

Driver Attention Alert (DAA) (Some Models)

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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Driver Attention Alert (DAA) Display

When the system detects driver fatigue or decreased attentiveness, it activates the warning sound and displays an alert in the multi-information display.

  1. “Time for a Break” message is displayed

Canceling Driver Attention Alert (DAA)

The DAA can be set to inoperable.

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

Driver Monitoring (DM) (Some Models)

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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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)

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)

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)

Steering Assist Limit Warning

If the steering assist function cannot keep the vehicle within the lane lines, a warning sound is activated and the lane line of the direction reaching the limit is displayed on the multi-information display to urge you to operate the steering wheel.

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.

Stop Hold Control

While in headway control using the Traffic Jam Assist (TJA), your vehicle will stop when a vehicle ahead stops. When the vehicle is stopped and the stop hold control operates, the TJA indicator light turns on.

 

The parking brake is automatically applied and the vehicle is held in its stopped position when 10 minutes or longer have passed since the stop hold control operated. When this occurs, the TJA is temporarily canceled.

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Resuming driving

While in stop hold control, if the vehicle ahead starts moving and the distance from the vehicle increases, the stop hold control will be canceled and your vehicle will resume driving by performing any of the following operations.

  • Press the RES switch.

  • Depress the accelerator pedal.

 

If the vehicle ahead starts moving within three seconds after your vehicle is stopped, the headway control will continue even if you do not resume driving your vehicle.

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Resume driving information

If you do not resume driving within a few seconds after the vehicle ahead starts moving during stop hold control, the vehicle-ahead indication on the multi-information display flashes to urge you to resume driving. If you still do not resume driving after the indicator light flashes, a sound is activated to urge you to resume driving.

Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) (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).

Emergency Lane Keeping (ELK) (Some Models)

Emergency Lane Keeping (ELK) (Some Models)

Road Keep Assist

The Road Keep Assist function assists the driver in avoiding a departure from the road while driving.

The Road Keep Assist function recognizes the outside of the road using the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC). If your vehicle may be deviating from the road, it provides steering assistance to avoid departure from the road.

When the steering wheel operation assist operates, display indications alert the driver of the possibility of a road departure. Furthermore, if the possibility of a road departure increases, a warning sound and display indications alert the driver of the danger.

 

Do not rely completely on the Road Keep Assist function and always drive carefully:

  • The Road Keep Assist function has limitations. Do not rely completely on the system and always stay on course using the steering wheel.

  • The Road Keep Assist function is not an autonomous 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.

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

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

  • Tires other than the specified size are used, such as when tire chains or temporary spare tires are used.

  • The vehicle is towing a camping trailer or boat trailer.

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Operation conditions

The Road Keep Assist function becomes operational when all of the following conditions are met.

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

  • The vehicle is driven on a straight road or gentle curve.

  • The function recognizes the outside of the road by detecting target objects (such as gravel, grass, street gutters, road curbs, guardrails, or walls).

 

  • The Road Keep Assist function may not operate normally when any of the following conditions is met.

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

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

    • The target objects are difficult to detect (due to low road curb, no contrast between the inside and outside of the road, or being hidden by vehicles ahead).

    • A misleading line (such as temporary line for construction, shadow, lingering snow, or grooves filled with water) is recognized as a target object.

    • The road width is narrow.

    • The vehicle is shaken after hitting a road bump.

  • When the ELK OFF indicator light is on, the system is canceled according to a Mazda Connect setting.

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

  • When the system detects target objects on one side only, the system does not operate to avoid a road departure in the direction of the side that is not being detected.

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Temporary cancellation of the function

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

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

  • Target objects cannot be detected.

  • The turn signal lever is operated.

  • The accelerator pedal is depressed abruptly.

  • The brake pedal is depressed.

  • The steering wheel is operated abruptly.

  • The TCS/DSC is operating.

  • The TCS/DSC is turned off.

Cancellation of the function

The Road Keep Assist function is canceled when any of the following conditions is met.

  • The temperature in the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) is high or 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.

  • There is a problem with the system.

System problem

If there is a problem with the system, the i-ACTIVSENSE warning indication/warning light turns on and a message is indicated.

Refer to i-ACTIVSENSE Warning Indication/Warning Light (Search).

Steering wheel operation assist

If your vehicle may be deviating from the road, the steering wheel operation assist operates.

While the steering wheel operation assist is operating, the system notifies the driver on the multi-information display and the active driving display that it is assisting the steering wheel operation.

Multi-information display (Basic display)

Multi-information display (i-ACTIVSENSE display)

Active driving display

 

  • If the driver operates the steering wheel while the steering wheel operation assist is operating, the steering wheel operation assist 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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Road departure warning

If the possibility of a road departure increases, the direction to which the steering wheel needs to be turned to avoid a road departure is displayed on the multi-information display and the active driving display, together with a warning sound.

Multi-information display

Active driving display

Smart Brake Support (SBS) (Some Models)

Forward drive detection

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

  • Forward detection function

 

Do not rely completely on the SBS:

The SBS is only designed to reduce damage in the event of a collision.

The system may not operate normally depending on the target object, weather conditions, or traffic conditions. Over reliance on the system leading to the accelerator pedal or brake pedal being mistakenly operated could result in an accident.

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

  • The vehicle is being towed.

  • 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).

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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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Forward detection function

The forward detection function is designed to reduce damage in the event of a collision with target objects at the front.

The forward detection function detects target objects (vehicles ahead, pedestrians, and bicycles) using the front radar sensor and the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC). If there is a possibility of your vehicle colliding with a target object at the front, 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, the brake control is performed to reduce damage in the event of a collision. In addition, when the driver depresses the brake pedal, the brakes are applied firmly and quickly to assist.

 

(Vehicles with Driver Monitoring (DM))

If the system determines that the driver is not paying attention to the road, it activates the collision warning earlier than normal.

Operation conditions

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

  • The power switch is switched ON.

  • The SBS is on.

  • (Object is vehicle ahead)

    The vehicle speed is about 4 km/h (3 mph) or higher.

  • (Object is a pedestrian or bicycle)

    The vehicle speed is between about 10 and 80 km/h (6.3 to 49 mph).

  • The DSC does not operate.

 

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

    • If there is the possibility of hitting only a part of a vehicle or obstruction ahead.

    • You are driving your vehicle at the same speed as the vehicle ahead.

    • When the driver deliberately performs driving operations (accelerator operation, steering wheel operation).

    • The accelerator pedal is depressed abruptly.

    • The brake pedal is depressed.

    • The steering wheel is being operated.

    • The selector lever is being shifted.

    • The turn signal lever is being operated.

    • Warnings and messages, such as a dirty windshield, related to the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) or front radar sensor are being displayed on the multi-information display.

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

    • There is an object in the road at the entrance to a curve (including guardrails and snow banks).

    • Passing an approaching vehicle while rounding a curve.

    • When crossing a narrow bridge, going under a low overhang, or passing through a narrow gate, a car washing machine, or tunnel.

    • When passing through a toll gate.

    • When entering an underground parking area.

    • There is a metal object, bump, or a protruding object on the road.

    • If you suddenly come close to a vehicle ahead.

    • An animal, wall, or standing tree is detected.

  • While the system is operating, the driver is notified by the multi-information display and the active driving display.

  • If a malfunction is detected or the system temporarily stops the function due to dirt on the sensors or cameras, the i-ACTIVSENSE warning light turns on and a message is displayed on the multi-information display.

  • 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 target object at the front, the 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 and brake assist operation, the collision warning sound is activated intermittently.

  • The operation distance and volume of the collision warning can be changed.

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

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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

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/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

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Display/Icon

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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