Parking Sensor System
Parking Sensor System (Some Models)
The parking sensor system uses ultrasonic sensors to detect obstructions around the vehicle while parking the vehicle in a garage or during parallel parking when the vehicle is driven at a speed of about 10 km/h (6 mph) or less. The system is equipped with an assist device to notify the driver of the approximate distance from the vehicle to the surrounding obstruction using a beep sound and obstruction detection indication (Some Models).
Do not rely completely on the parking sensor system and be sure to confirm the safety around your vehicle visually when driving.
This system can assist the driver in operating the vehicle in the forward and backward directions while parking. The detection ranges of the sensors are limited, therefore, driving the vehicle while relying only on the system may cause an accident. Always confirm the safety around your vehicle visually when driving.
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Do not install any accessories within the detection ranges of the sensors. It may affect the system operation.
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Depending on the type of obstruction and the surrounding conditions, the detection range of a sensor may narrow, or the sensors may not be able to detect obstructions.
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The system may not operate normally under the following conditions:
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Mud, ice, or snow is adhering to the sensor area (Returns to normal operation when removed).
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The sensor area is frozen (Returns to normal operation when the ice is thawed).
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The sensor is covered by a hand.
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The sensor is excessively shocked.
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The vehicle is excessively tilted.
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Under extremely hot or cold weather conditions.
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The vehicle is driven on bumps, inclines, gravel, or grass covered roads.
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Anything which generates ultrasound is near the vehicle, such as another vehicle's horn, the engine sound of a motorcycle, the air brake sound of a large-sized vehicle, or another vehicle's sensors.
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The vehicle is driven in heavy rain or in road conditions causing water-splash.
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A commercially-available wing pole or an aerial for a radio transmitter is installed to the vehicle.
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The vehicle is moving towards a tall or square curbstone.
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An obstruction is too close to the sensor.
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Obstructions under the bumper may not be detected. Obstructions that are lower than the bumper or thin which may have been initially detected but are no longer detected as the vehicle approaches more closely.
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The following types of obstructions may not be detected:
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Thin objects such as wire or rope
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Things which absorb sonic waves easily such as cotton or snow
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Angular shaped objects
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Very tall objects, and those which are wide at the top
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Small, short objects
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Always have the system inspected at an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer if any shock is applied to the bumpers, even in a minor accident. If the sensors are deviated, they cannot detect obstructions.
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The system may have a malfunction if the beep does not operate or the indicator light does not illuminate when the park assist sensors switch is turned on. Consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
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The system may have a malfunction if the beep sound which indicates a system malfunction is heard and the indicator light flashes. Consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
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The beeper which indicates a system malfunction may not be heard if the ambient temperature is extremely cold, or mud, ice, or snow adheres to the sensor area. Remove any foreign material from the sensor area.
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When installing a trailer hitch, consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
Sensor Detection Range
The sensors detect obstructions within the following range.
Park Assist Sensor System Operation
When the parking sensor switch is pressed with the ignition switched ON, the buzzer sounds and the indicator light turns on.
When the ignition is switched ON with the parking sensor activated, the indicator light turns on.
Press the switch again to stop the operation.
Operation conditions
The parking sensor system can be used when all of the following conditions are met:
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The ignition is switched ON.
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The parking sensor switch is turned on.
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(Automatic transaxle vehicle)
The detection indicator and buzzer of the front sensors/front corner sensors do not operate when the selector lever is in the P position.
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The detection indicator and buzzer sound do not activate when the parking brake is applied.
Obstruction Detection Indication
The position of a sensor which has detected an obstruction is indicated. The gauge illuminates in different areas depending on the distance to an obstruction detected by the sensor.
As the vehicle approaches closer to an obstruction, the zone in the gauge closer to the vehicle illuminates.
The detection indicator can switch between display and non-display.
Refer to Personalisation Features (Search).
System problem notification
If any of the problems indicated in the table occurs, the driver is notified of the problem depending on the type of system as shown.
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Detection Indicator |
Solution |
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Disconnection |
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The system may have a malfunction. Have the vehicle inspected at an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer as soon as possible. |
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System malfunction |
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The system may have a malfunction. Have the vehicle inspected at an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer as soon as possible. |
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Frost/soiling |
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Foreign matter may be on the sensor area corresponding to the obstruction detection indication shown. If the system does not recover, have the vehicle inspected at an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer. |
Parking Sensor Warning Beep
The beeper sounds as follows while the system is operating.
Front Sensor, Rear Sensor
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Distance Detection area |
Distance between vehicle and obstruction |
Beeper sound*1 |
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Front Sensor |
Rear Sensor |
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Farthest distance |
Approx. 100―60 cm (39.3―23.6 in)  |
Approx. 150―60 cm (59.0―23.6 in)  |
Slow intermittent sound |
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Far distance |
Approx. 60―45 cm (23.6―17.7 in)  |
Approx. 60―45 cm (23.6―17.7 in)  |
Medium intermittent sound |
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Middle distance |
Approx. 45―35 cm (17.7―13.7 in)  |
Approx. 45―35 cm (17.7―13.7 in)  |
Fast intermittent sound |
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Close distance |
Within approx. 35 cm (13.7 in)  |
Within approx. 35 cm (13.7 in)  |
Continuous sound |
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The rate at which the intermittent sound beeps increases as the vehicle approaches the obstruction.
Front Corner Sensor, Rear Corner Sensor
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Distance Detection area |
Distance between vehicle and obstruction |
Beeper sound*1 |
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Front/Rear Corner Sensor |
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Far distance |
Approx. 50―38 cm (19.0―14.9 in)  |
Medium intermittent sound |
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Middle distance |
Approx. 38―25 cm (14.9―9.8 in)  |
Fast intermittent sound |
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Close distance |
Within approx. 25 cm (9.8 in)  |
Continuous sound |
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The rate at which the intermittent sound beeps increases as the vehicle approaches the obstruction.
If an obstruction is detected in a zone for 6 seconds or more, the beep sound is stopped (except for the close-distance zone). If the same obstruction is detected in another zone, the corresponding beep sound is heard.
