When Drivingi-ACTIVSENSEForward Sensing Camera (FSC) (Some Models)

Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) (Some Models)

Your vehicle is equipped with a Forward Sensing Camera (FSC). The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) is positioned near the rearview mirror and used by the following systems.

  • High Beam Control System (HBC)

  • Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)

  • Smart Brake Support (SBS)

The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) determines the conditions ahead of the vehicle while travelling 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 apply accessories, stickers or film to the windscreen 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.

  • Do not disassemble or modify the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC).

    Disassembly or modification of the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) will cause a malfunction or mistaken operation. Consequently, each system may not operate normally which could lead to an unexpected accident.

  • Heed the following cautions to assure the correct operation of the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC).

    • The direction of the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) has been finely adjusted, therefore do not change the installation position or remove the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC).

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

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

    • Do not place objects on the instrument panel which reflect light.

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

    • Consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer regarding cleaning the interior side of the windscreen around the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC).

    • Consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer before performing repairs around the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC).

    • The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) is installed to the windscreen. Consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer for windscreen repair and replacement.

    • When performing repairs around the rearview mirror, consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.

    • Do not hit or apply strong force to the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) or the area around it. If strong force is applied, stop using the Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS), the High Beam Control System (HBC), and the Smart Brake Support (SBS) and consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.

    • 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.

Close Caution

 

  • In the following cases, the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) cannot detect target objects correctly, and each system may be unable to operate normally.

    • The height of the vehicle ahead is low.

    • You drive your vehicle at the same speed as the vehicle ahead.

    • Headlights are not turned on during the night or when going through a tunnel.

  • In the following cases, the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) may not be able to detect target objects correctly.

    • When driving next to walls with no patterning (including fences and longitudinally striped walls).

    • The tail lights of the vehicle ahead are turned off.

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

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

    • Entering or exiting a tunnel.

    • Heavy luggage is loaded causing the vehicle to tilt.

    • Strong light is shone at the front of the vehicle (back light or high-beam light from on-coming vehicles).

    • There are many light emitters on the vehicle ahead.

    • When the vehicle ahead is not equipped with tail lights or the tail lights are turned off at nighttime.

    • The vehicle ahead has a special shape.

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