i-ACTIVSENSE

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.

 

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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.

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.

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.

 

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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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The BSM system notifies the driver of the presence of vehicles in adjacent lanes or at the rear of the vehicle using the BSM warning indicator light, the warning sound and the display indicator while the systems are operational.

BSM warning indicator lights

The BSM warning indicator lights are equipped on the left and right door mirrors. The warning indicator lights turn on when a vehicle approaching from the rear in an adjacent lane is detected.

When the power switch is switched ON, the warning indicator light turns on momentarily and then turns off after a few seconds.

Function for canceling illumination dimmer

If the BSM warning indicator lights turn on when the parking lights are turned on, the brightness of the BSM warning indicator lights is dimmed.

If the BSM warning indicator lights are difficult to see due to glare from surrounding brightness when traveling on snow-covered roads or under foggy conditions, press the dimmer cancellation button to cancel the dimmer and increase the brightness of BSM warning indicator lights when they turn on.

Refer to Dashboard Illumination (Search).

Display indicator

The detected approaching vehicle and warning are displayed in the multi-information display and active driving display.

Multi-information Display

Active Driving Display

The detected direction is displayed with a detection indicator (white) when an approaching vehicle is detected. In addition, if the turn signal lever is operated to signal a lane change while the vehicle is detected, the display changes the color (amber) of the warning indicator.

BSM warning beep

The BSM warning beep is activated simultaneously with the flashing of a BSM warning indicator light.

The DAA can be set to inoperable.

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

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

 

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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).