i-ACTIVSENSE
i-ACTIVSENSE
i-ACTIVSENSE is a collective term covering a series of advanced safety and driver support systems which make use of a Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) and radar sensors. These 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.
Pre-Crash Safety Technology
Pre-crash safety technology is designed to assist the driver in averting collisions or reduce their severity in situations where they cannot be avoided.
Collision damage reduction in low vehicle speed range
Forward driving
Reverse driving
Collision damage reduction in medium/high speed range
Camera and Sensors
Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)
The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) detects lane indications and recognises headlights, tail lights and city lights during nighttime driving. In addition, it also detects the vehicle ahead, pedestrians, or obstructions. The following systems also use the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC).
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High Beam Control System (HBC)
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Adaptive LED Headlights (ALH)
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Driver Attention Alert (DAA)
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Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) & Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)
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Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR)
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Advanced Smart City Brake Support (Advanced SCBS)
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Smart City Brake Support [Forward] (SCBS F)
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Smart Brake Support (SBS)
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Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (MRCC with Stop & Go function)
The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) is installed at the top of the windscreen near the rearview mirror.
Refer to Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) (Search).
Radar sensor (front)
The radar sensor (front) functions by detecting the radio waves reflected off a vehicle ahead sent from the radar sensor. The following systems also use the radar sensor (front).
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Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (MRCC with Stop & Go function)
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Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC)
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Distance Recognition Support System (DRSS)
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Smart Brake Support (SBS)
The radar sensor (front) is mounted behind the radiator grille.
Refer to Radar Sensor (Front) (Search).
Radar sensors (rear)
The radar sensors (rear) function by detecting the radio waves reflected off a vehicle approaching from the rear or an obstruction sent from the radar sensors. The following systems also use the radar sensors (rear).
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Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
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Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
The radar sensors (rear) are installed inside the rear bumper, one each on the left and right sides.
Refer to Radar Sensors (Rear) (Search).
Ultrasonic sensors (rear)
The ultrasonic sensors (rear) function by detecting the ultrasonic waves reflected off obstructions at the rear sent from the ultrasonic sensors. The following systems also use the ultrasonic sensors (rear).
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Smart City Brake Support [Reverse] (SCBS R)
The ultrasonic sensors (rear) are mounted in the rear bumper.
Refer to Ultrasonic Sensors (Rear) (Search).
Front camera/side cameras/rear view camera
The front camera, side cameras, and rear camera shoot images of the area surrounding the vehicle. The 360° View Monitor uses each camera.
Cameras are installed to the front bumper, door mirrors, and liftgate.
Refer to Front Camera/Side Cameras/Rear Camera (Search).
Manual Switching
Switching to low beams
Shift the lever to the low beam position.
The HBC indicator light (green) turns off.
Switching to high beams
Turn the headlight switch to the position.
The HBC indicator light (green) turns off and the is illuminated.
Adaptive LED Headlights (ALH) (Some Models)
The ALH are a system which uses the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) to determine the situation of a vehicle ahead or a vehicle approaching in the opposite direction while driving at night to automatically switch the illumination range of the headlights, the illuminated area, or the illumination brightness.
Refer to Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) (Search).
The ALH are controlled between high and low beams as follows to assure the driver’s visibility without dazzling a vehicle ahead or a vehicle approaching in the opposite direction.
Glare-Free High Beam
This feature dims only the high-beam light shone on the vehicle ahead.
The high beams will dim while driving at a speed of about 40 km/h (25 mph) or faster. When the vehicle speed is less than about 30 km/h (18 mph), the beams switch to the low beams.

Wide-Range Low Beam
This feature extends the illumination range of the light cast by the low beams while driving at a speed less than about 40 km/h (25 mph).

Highway Mode
This feature shifts the illumination angle of the light cast by the headlights upward while driving on highways.

The distance in which the ALH can detect objects varies depending on the surrounding conditions.
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Do not modify the suspensions or headlight units, or remove the camera. Otherwise, the ALH may not operate normally.
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Do not rely excessively on the ALH and drive the vehicle while paying sufficient attention to safety. Switch the headlights between the high beams and low beams manually if necessary.
Under the following conditions, the ALH may not operate normally. Manually switch between the high and low beams according to the visibility, and the road and traffic conditions.
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When there are other sources of light in the area such as street lamps, illuminated signboards, and traffic signals.
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When there are reflective objects in the surrounding area such as reflective plates and signs.
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When visibility is reduced under rain, snow and foggy conditions.
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When driving on roads with sharp curves or undulations.
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When the headlights/rear lamps of vehicles ahead or in the opposite lane are dim or not illuminated.
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When there is insufficient darkness such as at dawn or dusk.
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When the luggage compartment is loaded with heavy objects or the rear passenger seats are occupied.
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When visibility is reduced due to a vehicle ahead spraying water from its tyres onto your windscreen.
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) Warning Indicator Lights/Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) Warning Beep
The BSM or Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) 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 (vehicles with instrument cluster (Type A/B) and active driving display) (BSM) 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 ignition is switched ON, the warning indicator light turns on momentarily and then turns off after a few seconds.
Forward driving (BSM operation)
The BSM detects vehicles approaching from the rear and turns on the BSM warning indicator lights equipped on the door mirrors according to the conditions. Additionally, while a BSM warning indicator light is illuminated, if the direction indicator lever is operated to signal a turn in the direction in which the BSM warning indicator light is illuminated, the BSM warning indicator light flashes.
Reverse driving (Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) system operation)
The Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) system detects a vehicle approaching from the rear of the vehicle and flashes the BSM warning indicator lights.
Function for cancelling illumination dimmer
If the BSM warning indicator lights turn on when the position 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 travelling 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 Instrument Panel Illumination (Search), (Search), (Search).
Display indicator (Vehicles with multi-information display and active driving display)
The detected approaching vehicle and warning are displayed in the multi-information display and active driving display when the vehicle is moving forward (BSM operational).

The detected direction is displayed with a detection indicator (white) when an approaching vehicle is detected. In addition, if the direction indicator lever is operated to signal a lane change while the vehicle is detected, the display changes the colour (amber) of the warning indicator.
BSM warning beep
The BSM warning beep is activated simultaneously with the flashing of a BSM warning indicator light.
Cancelling Operation of Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
The BSM system can be set to inoperable.
Refer to Personalisation Features (Search).
When the BSM is set to inoperable, the BSM and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) systems are turned off and the BSM OFF indicator light in the instrument cluster turns on.

When the ignition is switched OFF, the system status before it was turned off is maintained. For example, if the ignition is switched OFF while the BSM and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) systems are operational, the BSM and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) systems remain operational the next time the ignition is switched ON.
Distance Recognition Support System (DRSS) (Some Models)
The DRSS measures the distance between your vehicle and a vehicle ahead using a radar sensor (front) while the vehicle speed is about 30 km/h (19 mph) or faster, and if your vehicle approaches a vehicle ahead more closely than what is appropriate for maintaining distance between the vehicles according to the vehicle speed, a notification in the active driving display is indicated to advise you to keep a safe distance from the vehicle ahead.
Do not rely completely on the DRSS and always drive carefully:
The ability to detect a vehicle ahead is limited depending on the type of vehicle ahead, the weather conditions, and the traffic conditions. Therefore, if the accelerator and brake pedals are not operated correctly it could lead to an accident. Always verify the safety of the surrounding area and depress the brake pedal or accelerator pedal while keeping a safer distance from vehicles ahead or on-coming vehicles.
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The DRSS operates when all of the following conditions are met:
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The ignition is switched ON.
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The DRSS is on.
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The selector lever is in a position other than reverse (R).
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The vehicle speed is 30 km/h or faster (19 mph or faster).
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The objects which activate the system are 4-wheeled vehicles.
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The DRSS may also operate in the presence of motorcycles and bicycles.
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The DRSS may not operate normally under the following conditions:
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The Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) has a malfunction.
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The vehicle ahead is travelling at an extremely slow speed.
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The system does not operate with the following objects:
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Vehicles approaching in the opposite direction.
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Stationary objects (stopped vehicles, obstructions)
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Indication on Display
The DRSS operation status is indicated in the active driving display or multi-information display. Regarding malfunctions, check the vehicle conditions or have it inspected by an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer according to the content of the displayed message.
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When the ignition is switched off, the operation status before the system was turned off is maintained. For example, if the ignition is switched off with the DRSS operable, the system will be operable when the ignition is switched ON the next time.
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The DRSS can be turned on/off and the system's sensitivity can be changed.
Refer to Personalisation Features (Search).

Distance-between-vehicles guidelines*1
Indication on display |
Distance between vehicles guidelines (During travel at about 40 km/h (25 mph) |
Distance between vehicles guidelines (During travel at about 80 km/h (50 mph) |
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Multi-information display |
Active driving display |
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Instrument cluster (Type A) |
Instrument cluster (Type B) |
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About 25 m (82 ft) |
About 50 m (164 ft) |
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About 20 m (66 ft) |
About 40 m (131 ft) |
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About 15 m (49 ft) |
About 30 m (98 ft) |
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About 10 m (33 ft) |
About 20 m (66 ft) |
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About 10 m (32 ft) or less |
About 20 m (65 ft) or less |
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The distance between vehicles differs depending on vehicle speed.
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Indication when the distance setting for notifying the driver that the vehicle approaches a vehicle ahead is Near.
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.

Cancelling Driver Attention Alert (DAA)
The DAA can be set to not activate.
Refer to Personalisation Features (Search).
Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) (Manual Transaxle) (Some Models)
The MRCC system is designed to maintain headway control*1 with a vehicle ahead according to your vehicle's speed using a radar sensor (front) to detect the distance to the vehicle ahead and a preset vehicle speed without you having to use the accelerator or brake pedals.
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Headway Control: Control of the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead detected by the MRCC system.
Additionally, if your vehicle starts closing in on the vehicle ahead such as if the vehicle ahead brakes suddenly, a warning sound and a warning indication in the display are activated simultaneously to alert you to maintain a sufficient distance between the vehicles.
Also refer to the following before using the MRCC.
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Radar sensor (front) (Search)
Do not rely completely on the MRCC:
The MRCC system has detection limitations depending on the type of vehicle ahead and its conditions, the weather conditions, and the road conditions. Additionally, the system may be unable to decelerate sufficiently to avoid hitting the vehicle ahead if the vehicle ahead applies the brakes suddenly or another vehicle cuts into the driving lane, which could result in an accident.
Always drive carefully and verify the surrounding conditions and depress the brake pedal or accelerator pedal while keeping a safer distance from vehicles ahead or on-coming vehicles.
Do not use the MRCC system in the following locations, using the MRCC system at the following locations may result in an unexpected accident:
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General roads other than highways (Driving under these conditions using the MRCC system is not possible.)
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Roads with sharp curves and where vehicle traffic is heavy and there is insufficient space between vehicles.
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Roads where frequent and repetitive acceleration and deceleration occur (Driving under these conditions using the MRCC system is not possible).
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When entering and exiting interchanges, service areas, and parking areas of highways (If you exit a highway while headway control is in use, the vehicle ahead will no longer be tracked and your vehicle may accelerate to the set speed).
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Slippery roads such as ice or snow-bound roads (Tyres could spin causing you to lose vehicle control, or the stop hold control may not operate.)
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Long, descending slopes (to maintain distance between vehicles, the system automatically and continuously applies the brakes which could result in the loss of brake power.)
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Slopes with a steep gradient (The vehicle ahead may not be detected correctly, your vehicle may slide while stopped by the stop hold control, and it may accelerate suddenly after it starts moving.)
For safety purposes, switch the MRCC system off when it is not being used.
If your vehicle is towed or you are towing something, switch the MRCC system off to prevent a miss-operation.
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The MRCC system does not detect the following as physical objects.
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Vehicles approaching in the opposite direction
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Pedestrians
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Stationary objects (stopped vehicles, obstructions)
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If a vehicle ahead is travelling at an extremely low speed, the system may not detect it correctly.
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During headway control travel, do not set the system for detection of two-wheeled vehicles such as motorcycles and bicycles.
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Do not use the MRCC system under conditions in which close proximity warnings are frequently activated.
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During headway control travel, the system accelerates and decelerates your vehicle in conjunction with the speed of the vehicle ahead. However, if it is necessary to accelerate for a lane change or if the vehicle ahead brakes suddenly causing you to close in on the vehicle rapidly, accelerate using the accelerator pedal or decelerate using the brake pedal depending on the conditions.
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While the MRCC system is in use, it does not cancel even if the shift lever is operated and any intended engine braking will not occur. If deceleration is required, lower the vehicle speed setting or depress the brake pedal.
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The sound of the automatic brakes operating may be heard, however, it does not indicate a problem.
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The brake lights turn on while the MRCC automatic braking is operating, however, they may not turn on while the vehicle is on a downslope at the set vehicle speed or travelling at a constant speed and following a vehicle ahead.
Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) Display Indication
The MRCC setting status and operation conditions are indicated on the multi-information display and the active driving display.

If there is a problem with the MRCC system, a message is displayed on the multi-information display. Check the centre display to verify the problem and then have your vehicle inspected by an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
Refer to Message Indicated on Display (Search).
Close Proximity Warning
If your vehicle rapidly closes in on the vehicle ahead because the vehicle ahead applies the brakes suddenly while you are travelling in headway control, the warning sound activates and the brake warning is indicated in the display. Always verify the safety of the surrounding area and depress the brake pedal while keeping a safer distance from the vehicle ahead. Additionally, keep a safer distance from the vehicles behind you.

In the following cases, the warnings and brakes may not operate even if your vehicle starts closing in on the vehicle ahead.
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You are driving your vehicle at the same speed as the vehicle ahead.
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Directly after the MRCC system has been set.
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Directly after the accelerator pedal is released.
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Another vehicle cuts into the driving lane.
Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (MRCC with Stop & Go function) (Automatic Transaxle) (Some Models)
The MRCC with Stop & Go function system is designed to maintain headway control*1 with a vehicle ahead according to your vehicle's speed using a radar sensor (front) to detect the distance to the vehicle ahead and a preset vehicle speed without you having to use the accelerator or brake pedals.
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Headway Control: Control of the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead detected by the Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) system.
Additionally, if your vehicle starts closing in on the vehicle ahead such as if the vehicle ahead brakes suddenly, a warning sound and a warning indication in the display are activated simultaneously to alert you to maintain a sufficient distance between the vehicles.
If the vehicle ahead stops while you are following behind it, your vehicle will stop and be held stopped automatically (stop hold control), and headway control will resume when you resume driving the vehicle such as by pressing the RES switch.
Also refer to the following before using the MRCC with Stop & Go function.
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i-stop (Search)
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AUTOHOLD (Search)
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Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) (Search)
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Radar sensor (front) (Search)
Do not rely completely on the MRCC with Stop & Go function:
The MRCC with Stop & Go function system has detection limitations depending on the type of vehicle ahead and its conditions, the weather conditions, and the road conditions. Additionally, the system may be unable to decelerate sufficiently to avoid hitting the vehicle ahead if the vehicle ahead applies the brakes suddenly or another vehicle cuts into the driving lane, which could result in an accident.
Always drive carefully and verify the surrounding conditions and depress the brake pedal or accelerator pedal while keeping a safer distance from vehicles ahead or on-coming vehicles.
Do not use the MRCC with Stop & Go function system in the following locations, using the MRCC with Stop & Go function system at the following locations may result in an unexpected accident:
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General roads other than highways (Driving under these conditions using the MRCC with Stop & Go function system is not possible.)
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Roads with sharp curves and where vehicle traffic is heavy and there is insufficient space between vehicles.
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Roads where frequent and repetitive acceleration and deceleration occur (Driving under these conditions using the MRCC with Stop & Go function system is not possible).
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When entering and exiting interchanges, service areas, and parking areas of highways (If you exit a highway while headway control is in use, the vehicle ahead will no longer be tracked and your vehicle may accelerate to the set speed).
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Slippery roads such as ice or snow-bound roads (Tyres could spin causing you to lose vehicle control, or the stop hold control may not operate.)
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Long, descending slopes (to maintain distance between vehicles, the system automatically and continuously applies the brakes which could result in the loss of brake power.)
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Slopes with a steep gradient (The vehicle ahead may not be detected correctly, your vehicle may slide while stopped by the stop hold control, and it may accelerate suddenly after it starts moving.)
For safety purposes, switch the MRCC with Stop & Go function system off when it is not being used.
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 getting out of the vehicle, switch the MRCC with Stop & Go function system off, shift the selector lever to the P position, and apply the parking brake.
If your vehicle is towed or you are towing something, switch the MRCC with Stop & Go function system off to prevent a mis-operation.
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The MRCC with Stop & Go function system does not detect the following as physical objects.
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Vehicles approaching in the opposite direction
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Pedestrians
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Stationary objects (stopped vehicles, obstructions)
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If a vehicle ahead is travelling at an extremely low speed, the system may not detect it correctly.
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During headway control travel, do not set the system for detection of two-wheeled vehicles such as motorcycles and bicycles.
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Do not use the MRCC with Stop & Go function system under conditions in which close proximity warnings are frequently activated.
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During headway control travel, the system accelerates and decelerates your vehicle in conjunction with the speed of the vehicle ahead. However, if it is necessary to accelerate for a lane change or if the vehicle ahead brakes suddenly causing you to close in on the vehicle rapidly, accelerate using the accelerator pedal or decelerate using the brake pedal depending on the conditions.
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While the MRCC with Stop & Go function system is in use, it does not cancel even if the selector lever is operated and any intended engine braking does not occur. If deceleration is required, lower the set speed or depress the brake pedal.
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The sound of the automatic brakes operating may be heard, however, it does not indicate a problem.
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The brake lights turn on while the MRCC with Stop & Go function automatic braking is operating, however, they may not turn on while the vehicle is on a downslope at the set vehicle speed or travelling at a constant speed and following a vehicle ahead.
Close Proximity Warning
If your vehicle rapidly closes in on the vehicle ahead because the vehicle ahead applies the brakes suddenly while you are travelling in headway control, the warning sound activates and the brake warning is indicated in the display. Always verify the safety of the surrounding area and depress the brake pedal while keeping a safer distance from the vehicle ahead. Additionally, keep a safer distance from the vehicles behind you.

In the following cases, the warnings and brakes may not operate even if your vehicle starts closing in on the vehicle ahead.
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You are driving your vehicle at the same speed as the vehicle ahead.
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Directly after the MRCC with Stop & Go function system has been set.
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Directly after the accelerator pedal is released.
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Another vehicle cuts into the driving lane.
Setting the System
The MRCC with Stop & Go function system operates when all of the following conditions are met.
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The vehicle speed is as follows:
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(European models)
About 0 km/h (0 mph) to 200 km/h (124 mph)
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(Except European models)
About 0 km/h (0 mph) to 145 km/h (90 mph)
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The MRCC with Stop & Go function is turned on.
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The brake pedal is not depressed.
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The parking brake is released (Electric Parking Brake (EPB) indicator light is turned off).
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There is no problem with the DSC.
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All the doors are closed.
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The driver's seat belt is fastened.
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The selector lever is in the drive (D) position or manual (M) position (manual mode).
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In the following cases, the MRCC with Stop & Go function system is cancelled when the vehicle is travelling at 30 km/h (19 mph) or less and “Mazda Radar Cruise Control disabled under 30 km/h” is displayed in the multi-information display.
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The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) cannot detect target objects (There is problem with the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) or windscreen is dirty).
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There is a problem with the stop hold control function.
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There is a problem with the Electric Parking Brake (EPB).
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It may not be possible to set the MRCC with Stop & Go function system directly after starting the engine, while the DSC operation is being checked.
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(With Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) system)
It is not possible to set the MRCC with Stop & Go function system while the vehicle speed is limited by the Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) system.
Turning on the system

When the MODE switch is pressed once, the MRCC with Stop & Go function system turns on, and the MRCC with Stop & Go function main indication (white) turns on and the vehicle speed and the distance between the vehicles while in headway control can be set.

In addition, the MRCC with Stop & Go function system display indication is displayed on the multi-information display and the active driving display at the same time.
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If the ignition is switched off while the MRCC with Stop & Go function system is operating, the system will be operable when the ignition is switched ON the next time.
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(European models)
The MRCC with Stop & Go function can switch to the Adjustable Speed Limiter (ASL).
Refer to Adjustable Speed Limiter (ASL) (Search).
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(Except European models)
The MRCC with Stop & Go function can switch to the cruise control function.
Refer to Cruise Control Function (Search).
How to set the speed
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Adjust the vehicle speed to the desired setting using the accelerator pedal.
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Headway control begins when the SET
or SET
switch is pressed.
The set speed and the inter-vehicle distance display filled with white lines is displayed. The MRCC with Stop & Go function main indication (white) switches to the MRCC with Stop & Go function set indication (green) at the same time.
Travel status |
Indication on multi-information display |
Indication on active driving display |
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If a vehicle ahead is detected while travelling at a constant speed, the vehicle-ahead indication is displayed and headway control is performed. Additionally, when a vehicle ahead is no longer detected, the vehicle-ahead indication turns off and the system switches back to travel at constant speed.
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The lowest possible speed which can be set on the MRCC with Stop & Go function system is 30 km/h (19 mph).
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Headway control is not possible if the vehicle ahead is driving faster than your vehicle's set speed. Adjust the system to the desired vehicle speed using the accelerator pedal.
How to set the distance-between-vehicles during headway control
The distance-between-vehicles is set to a shorter distance by pressing the switch. The distance-between-vehicles is set to a longer distance by pressing the
switch. The distance-between-vehicles can be set to 4 levels; Long, medium, short, and extremely short distance.
Distance-between-vehicles guideline (at 80 km/h (50 mph) vehicle speed) |
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Indication on active driving display*1 |
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Long (about 50 m (164 ft)) |
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Medium (about 40 m (131 ft)) |
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Short (about 30 m (98 ft)) |
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Extremely short (about 25 m (82 ft)) |
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Displays a pop-up image in the active driving display only when the driver operates the switch.
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The distance-between-vehicles differs depending on the vehicle speed, and the slower the vehicle speed, the shorter the distance.
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When the ignition is switched to ACC or OFF and then the engine is started again, the system automatically sets the distance-between-vehicles to the previous setting.
How to change the set vehicle speed
To accelerate/decelerate using the SET switch
When you press the SET switch, the vehicle accelerates and when you press the SET
switch, it decelerates.
European models |
Except European models |
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Short press |
1 km/h (1 mph) |
5 km/h (5 mph) |
Long press |
10 km/h (5 mph) |
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For example, the set vehicle speed is changed by pressing the SET switch 4 times as follows:
(European models)
The vehicle speed accelerates or decelerates by 4 km/h (4 mph).
(Except European models)
The vehicle speed accelerates or decelerates by 20 km/h (20 mph).
To increase speed using accelerator pedal
Depress the accelerator pedal and press and release the SET switch or SET
switch at the desired speed. If the switch is not operated, the system returns to the set speed after you release your foot from the accelerator pedal.
The warnings and brake control do not operate while the accelerator pedal is depressed.
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The setting speed can be changed by operating the SET
switch or SET
switch during stop hold control.
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When accelerating using the SET
switch while in headway control, the set vehicle speed can be adjusted but acceleration is not possible. If there is no longer a vehicle ahead, acceleration continues until reaching the set vehicle speed. For the set vehicle speed, check the set vehicle speed indication in the display.
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When depressing the accelerator pedal, the inter-vehicle distance indication in the display changes to the white-line indication.
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(European models)
When switching to a passing lane and operating the direction indicator, the system provides more acceleration automatically if it determines that more acceleration is required. Drive while being careful of the road ahead because you could approach the vehicle ahead too closely.
Cancelling the system
When the following operations are performed, the MRCC with Stop & Go function system is cancelled, and the MRCC with Stop & Go function set indication (green) switches to the MRCC with Stop & Go function main indication (white) at the same time.
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The OFF/CANCEL switch is pressed.
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The brake pedal is depressed.
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The parking brake is applied.
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The selector lever is in the P (Park), N (Neutral), or R (Reverse) position.
Under the following conditions, the MRCC with Stop & Go function cancel indication is displayed in the multi-information display and a single beep sound is heard.
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The DSC has operated.
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The Smart Brake Support (SBS) has operated.
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The Smart City Brake Support [Forward] (SCBS F) or Advanced Smart City Brake Support (Advanced SCBS) has operated.
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When travelling on a downslope for a long period of time.
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There is a problem with the system.
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The engine has stalled.
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Any of the doors is opened.
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The driver's seat belt is unfastened.
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The parking brake is automatically applied during stop hold control.
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The radar sensor (front) cannot detect target objects (during rain, fog, snow or other inclement weather conditions, or when the radiator grille is dirty).
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(With Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) system)
The vehicle speed is limited by the Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) system.
Resuming control
If the MRCC with Stop & Go function system is cancelled, you can resume control at the previously set speed by pressing the RES switch and after all of the operation conditions have been met.
If the set speed is not indicated in the display, the control does not resume even if the RES switch is pressed.
Turning off the system
Press the OFF/CANCEL switch 2 times while the MRCC with Stop & Go function system is operating to switch off the system.
Cruise Control Function
While this function is operating, the headway control operation is cancelled and only the cruise control function operates.
The vehicle speed can be set more than about 25 km/h (16 mph).
Use the cruise control function on expressways and other highways which do not require a lot of repeated acceleration and deceleration.
Do not use the cruise control function in the following locations:
Otherwise, it could lead to an accident.
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Roads with sharp curves and where vehicle traffic is heavy and there is insufficient space between vehicles. (Driving under these conditions using the cruise control function is not possible)
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Steep down slopes (Set speed may be exceeded because sufficient engine braking cannot be applied)
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Slippery roads such as ice or snow-bound roads (Tyres could spin causing you to lose vehicle control)
Always drive carefully:
The warnings and brake control will not operate after the headway control function is cancelled and the system is switched to only the cruise control function. Depress the brake pedal to decelerate according to the surrounding conditions while keeping a safer distance from the vehicle ahead and always driving carefully.
Switching to cruise control function
When the MODE switch is pressed until the system switches to the cruise main indication (white) while the MRCC with Stop & Go function system is turned on, the system switches to the cruise control function.
When the system switches to the cruise control function, the indicator and multi-information display notify the driver as follows:
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The MRCC with Stop & Go function set indication (green) or the MRCC with Stop & Go function main indication (white) is turned off, and the cruise main indication (white) is turned on.
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A message is displayed in the multi-information display.
Always turn off the cruise control function when it is not in use:
Leaving the cruise control function turned on when it is not in use is dangerous as it could operate unexpectedly, resulting in an accident.
How to set the speed
Adjust the system to the desired vehicle speed using the accelerator pedal.
When the SET or SET
switch is pressed, the cruise set indication (green) is turned on and headway control begins.
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The system may not be able to maintain the set speed constantly depending on driving conditions such as steep up or down slopes.
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The speed will continue increasing while the SET
switch is pressed and held. The speed will continue decreasing while the SET
switch is pressed and held.
How to increase the set speed
The set speed can be increased using the following operations:
To increase speed using the SET switch
Press and hold the SET switch and release the switch at the desired speed.
The set speed can be adjusted incrementally (1 km/h (1 mph) increments) by pressing the switch and releasing it immediately. For example, if the switch is pressed 4 times, the set speed increases by about 4 km/h (4 mph).
To increase speed using accelerator pedal
Depress the accelerator pedal and press the SET or SET
switch at the desired speed.
If the switch is not operated, the system returns to the set speed after you release your foot from the accelerator pedal.
How to Decrease the Set Speed
Press the SET switch continuously and release the switch at the desired speed.
The set speed can be adjusted incrementally (1 km/h (1 mph) increments) by pressing the switch and releasing it immediately. For example, if the switch is pressed 4 times, the set vehicle speed decreases by about 4 km/h (4 mph).
Cancelling the function
When the cruise control function is cancelled and the RES switch is pressed while the vehicle speed is 25 km/h (16 mph) or faster, the speed returns to the original set speed.
Cancelling using OFF/CANCEL switch
When the OFF/CANCEL switch is pressed once, the cruise control function is cancelled.
Automatically cancel
The cruise control function is cancelled automatically in the following cases.
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The brake pedal is depressed.
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The parking brake is applied.
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The selector lever is shifted to P or N position.
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If the vehicle speed decreases by about 15 km/h (9.4 mph) or more than the set speed, the cruise control function may be cancelled.
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When the vehicle speed is less than 21 km/h (13 mph), the cruise control function is cancelled. In this case, the vehicle speed will not return to the original set speed even if the vehicle is accelerated to 25 km/h (16 mph) or higher and the RES switch is pressed. Reset the cruise control function.
System Operation
Make sure that the LAS & LDWS OFF indicator light in the instrument cluster is turned off. When the LAS & LDWS OFF indicator light is turned on, press the switch and make sure that the indicator light turns off.

The LAS & LDWS indication (gray) is displayed in the multi-information display, and the system goes on stand-by.

Drive the vehicle in the centre of the vehicle lane while the system is on standby. When all of the following conditions are met, the LAS & LDWS indication (white) is displayed in the multi-information display, and the system becomes operational.

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The engine is running.
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The vehicle speed is about 60 km/h (37 mph) or faster.
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The system detects white (yellow) lane lines on both the right and left sides.
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The driver is operating the steering wheel.
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The driving lane is neither narrow nor wide.
The LAS & LDWS indication is grey when the system detects only a white (yellow) line on either the left or right, and the indication changes to white when the system detects white (yellow) lines on both the left and right sides.

The LAS & LDWS goes on stand-by status in the following cases:
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The system cannot detect white (yellow) lane lines.
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The vehicle speed is less than about 60 km/h (37 mph).
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The ABS/TCS is operating.
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The TCS is turned off.
(If the TCS is turned off while the system is operational, a warning beep is heard and the system goes on standby.)
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The vehicle is making a sharp curve.
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The brake pedal is depressed.
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The steering wheel is operated abruptly.
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The width of a lane is excessively narrow or wide.
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(When the timing of the steering assist is set to “Late”)
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The LAS & LDWS does not operate until the system detects white (yellow) lane lines on either the left or right.
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When the system detects a white (yellow) lane line on one side only, the system will not operate the steering wheel operation assist and the warning for the lane line on the side that is not being detected. The steering wheel operation assist and the warning is only for a lane deviation on the side that is being detected.
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(When the timing of the steering assist is set to “Early”)
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When the steering assist timing is set to “Early”, the LAS & LDWS does not operate until the system detects white (yellow) lane lines on the left and right. The steering wheel operation assist timing operates under the “Late” condition only when the system detects a white (yellow) line on either the left or right.
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The steering wheel operation assist is performed so that the vehicle remains near the centre of the driving lane, however, depending on conditions such as the road curvature, road slope and undulations, and vehicle speed, the system may not be able to keep the vehicle near the centre of the driving lane.
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If the driver takes his or her hands off the steering wheel (not holding the steering wheel), the warning sound is activated and an alert is indicated in the multi-information display or the active driving display.
If the steering wheel is held lightly, or depending on the road conditions, the system may detect that you have released the steering wheel (not holding the steering wheel) even if you are holding it, and display a message in the multi-information display or the active driving display.
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The timing at which the lane departure warning is activated and the steering wheel operation assist is performed varies.
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The following settings for the LAS & LDWS can be changed. Refer to Personalisation Features (Search).
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Steering operation assist operational/non-operational
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Cancel sensitivity (likelihood of steering assist)
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Vehicle lane line display
When the LAS & LDWS becomes operational while on standby, the vehicle lane lines are displayed in the multi-information display and the active driving display. In the vehicle lane lines display indicating the operation status, the colour of the vehicle lane lines being detected changes to white.
(Stand-by status)

(Operational status)

Auto cancel
In the following cases, the LAS & LDWS is automatically cancelled, the LAS & LDWS warning indication (amber) turns on, and an alert is displayed. When the LAS & LDWS become operational, the system turns back on automatically.
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The temperature inside the camera is high or low.
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The windscreen around the camera is foggy.
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The windscreen around the camera is blocked by an obstruction, causing poor forward visibility.
Auto cancel of warning/steering assist
When the following operations are performed, the LAS & LDWS operation is cancelled automatically. The LAS & LDWS resumes automatically after the operation.
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The steering wheel is operated abruptly.
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The brake pedal is operated.
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The accelerator pedal is operated.
(To cancel the automatic sensitivity cancel function, deselect “Cancel sensitivity” in the personalisation features setting.)
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The direction indicator lever is operated.
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The vehicle crosses a lane line.
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After the operation, the LAS & LDWS operation may not operate for a period of 5 seconds at the most until the lane lines are detected.
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Under the following conditions, the LAS & LDWS cancels the warning/steering assist automatically.
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The driver takes his/her hands off the steering wheel.
(The LAS & LDWS is designed to assist the driver's steering operation and it will resume operation automatically when the driver holds the steering wheel.)
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The TCS OFF switch is pressed to cancel the TCS.
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Steering operation assist OFF (non-operational)
The steering operation assist for the LAS & LDWS can be changed to non-operational (OFF).
Refer to Setting Change (Personalisation Features) (Search).
When the steering operation assist has been changed to inoperable (OFF), only the lane departure warning is operational.
System operation
Make sure that the LAS & LDWS OFF indicator light in the instrument cluster is turned off. When the LAS & LDWS OFF indicator light turns on, press the switch and make sure that the indicator light turns off.

Drive the vehicle in the centre of the driving lane while the LAS & LDWS OFF indicator light in the instrument cluster is turned off.
The system becomes operational when all of the following conditions are met.
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The system detects white (yellow) lane lines on both the right and left sides or on either side.
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The vehicle speed is about 60 km/h (37 mph) or faster.
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The vehicle is driven on a straight road or road with gentle curves.
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The engine is running.
The LAS & LDWS goes on stand-by status in the following cases:
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The system cannot detect white (yellow) lane lines.
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The vehicle speed is less than about 60 km/h (37 mph).
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The vehicle is making a sharp curve.
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The vehicle is making a curve at an inappropriate speed.
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The LAS & LDWS remains on stand-by until it detects white (yellow) lines on both the left and right sides, or on either side.
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When the system detects a white (yellow) lane line on one side only, the system will not activate warnings for the lane line on the side that is not being detected.
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The distance and warning sensitivity (likelihood of a warning) which the system uses to determine the possibility of a lane departure can be changed.
Refer to Setting Change (Personalisation Features) (Search).
Vehicle lane line display
When the LAS & LDWS becomes operational while on standby, the vehicle lane lines are displayed in the multi-information display. The system changes to operational status display when the system detects a white (yellow) line on either the left or right.
(Stand-by status)

(Operational status)

Auto cancel
In the following cases, the LAS & LDWS is automatically cancelled, the LAS & LDWS warning indication (amber) turns on, and an alert is displayed. When the LAS & LDWS become operational, the system turns back on automatically.
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The temperature inside the camera is high or low.
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The windscreen around the camera is foggy.
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The windscreen around the camera is blocked by an obstruction, causing poor forward visibility.
(Auto cancel of warnings)
When the following operations are performed, the LAS & LDWS determines that the driver intends to make a lane change and the system operation is cancelled automatically. The LAS & LDWS resumes automatically after the operation.
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The steering wheel is operated abruptly.
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The brake pedal is depressed.
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The accelerator pedal is depressed.
(To cancel the automatic sensitivity cancel function, deselect “Warning sensitivity” in the personalisation features setting.)
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The direction indicator lever is operated.
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The vehicle crosses a lane line.
System Cancelling
When the LAS & LDWS is turned off, press the LAS & LDWS OFF switch.

The LAS & LDWS OFF indicator light turns on.

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In the following cases, the LAS & LDWS is cancelled automatically and the LAS & LDWS OFF indication is displayed in the multi-information display. Have your vehicle inspected at an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
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There is a malfunction in the power steering.
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There is a malfunction in the TCS.
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There is a malfunction in the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC).
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When the ignition is switched OFF, the system status before it was turned off is maintained. For example, if the ignition is switched OFF with the lane-keep system operable, the system will be operable when the ignition is switched ON the next time.
When the LAS & LDWS is turned off, the vehicle lane line indication in the multi-information display and the active driving display turn off.
Adjustable Speed Limiter (ASL) (Some Models)
The ASL is a function to prevent the vehicle from being driven at a vehicle speed faster than a set speed. The vehicle speed is controlled to kept it below the set speed even if the accelerator pedal is depressed.
The ASL can be set between 30 km/h (20 mph) and 200 km/h (125 mph). The vehicle speed may exceed the set speed when the vehicle is driven on a down slope, however, the system notifies the driver by flashing the display and operating a warning sound.
Always turn off the system when changing drivers:
If the driver is changed and the new driver is unaware of the ASL function, the vehicle may not accelerate when the driver depresses the accelerator pedal, leading to an accident.
The system consists of the ASL display and the speed limiter switch on the steering wheel.

Temporarily Cancelling the System
The system is temporarily cancelled (stand-by status) when any of the following operations is done while the ASL is displayed.
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OFF/CANCEL switch is pressed
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Accelerator pedal is strongly depressed
With cruise control
Press the RES/ switch to resume the operation at the previous set speed. The ASL display remains displayed.
With Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) or Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (MRCC with Stop & Go function)
Press the RES switch to resume the operation at the previous set speed. The ASL display remains displayed.
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(With cruise control)
The set speed can be set by pressing the SET/
switch while the system is in stand-by status.
(With Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) or Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (MRCC with Stop & Go function))
The set speed can be set by pressing the SET
or SET
switch while the system is in stand-by status.
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The ASL is not cancelled by depressing the brake pedal.
Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) Indicator Light (Red) (Some Models)
If the Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) is operating, the indicator light (red) flashes.

Collision Warning (Some Models)
If there is the possibility of a collision with a vehicle ahead, the beep sounds continuously and a warning is indicated in the multi-information display or the active driving display.

The operation distance and volume of the collision warning can be changed. Refer to Personalisation Features (Search).
Stopping the Smart City Brake Support [Forward] (SCBS F) System Operation
The SCBS F system can be temporarily deactivated.
When the SCBS F system is turned off, the Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) OFF indicator light turns on.

When the engine is restarted, the system becomes operational.
Without SCBS OFF switch
Refer to Personalisation Features (Search).
When the SCBS F system is set to inoperable, the Smart City Brake Support [Reverse] (SCBS R) system and the Smart Brake Support (SBS) are also set to inoperable.
With SCBS OFF switch
Press the SCBS OFF switch to turn off the system. The Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) OFF indicator light in the instrument cluster will illuminate.

Press the switch again to turn the system back on. The Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) OFF indicator light will turn off.
Smart City Brake Support [Reverse] (SCBS R) (Some Models)
The SCBS R is a system which is designed to reduce damage in the event of a collision by operating the brake control (SCBS brake) when the system’s ultrasonic sensors detect an obstruction at the rear of the vehicle while driving at a speed of about 2 to 8 km/h (2 to 4 mph) and the system determines that a collision is unavoidable.

Do not rely completely on the SCBS R system:
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The SCBS R system is only designed to reduce damage in the event of a collision. 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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To assure the correct operation of the SCBS R, heed the following cautions.
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Do not apply a sticker to an ultrasonic sensor (rear) (including transparent stickers). Otherwise, the ultrasonic sensor (rear) may not be able to detect vehicles or obstructions which could result in an accident.
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Do not disassemble an ultrasonic sensor (rear).
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If cracks or damage caused by flying gravel or debris is visible around an ultrasonic sensor (rear), stop using the SCBS R system immediately and have your vehicle inspected by an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer. If the vehicle continues to be driven with cracks or scratch marks left around an ultrasonic sensor, the system may operate unnecessarily and cause an unexpected accident.
Refer to Stopping the Smart City Brake Support [Reverse] (SCBS R) System Operation (Search).
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Consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer for rear bumper replacement.
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Do not modify the suspension:
If the vehicle height or inclination is changed, the SCBS R system may not operate correctly because it cannot detect obstructions correctly.
Do not apply a strong force to an ultrasonic sensor (rear):
When washing the vehicle, do not spray highly pressurised water against an ultrasonic sensor (rear), or rub it strongly. In addition, do not hit the rear bumper forcefully when loading and unloading cargo Otherwise, the sensors may not detect obstructions correctly which could cause the SCBS R system to not operate normally, or it could operate unnecessarily.
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When driving off-road in areas where there is grass or foliage, it is recommended that the SCBS R system be turned off.
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Always use tyres of the specified size and the same manufacturer, brand, and tread pattern on all 4 wheels. In addition, do not use tyres with significantly different wear patterns on the same vehicle. Otherwise, the SCBS R system may not operate normally.
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If ice or snow is stuck on the ultrasonic sensors (rear) they may not be able to detect obstructions correctly depending on the conditions. In such cases, the system may not be able to perform controls correctly. Always drive carefully and pay attention to the rear of the vehicle.
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The vehicle posture changes depending on the accelerator pedal, brake pedal and steering wheel operations, which could make it difficult for the system to recognise an obstruction, or it could facilitate unnecessary detection. In such cases, the SCBS R may or may not operate.
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The SCBS R system will operate under the following conditions.
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The engine is running.
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The change lever (manual transaxle vehicle) or the selector lever (automatic transaxle vehicle) is in the R (reverse) position.
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“Reverse Smart City Brake Support Malfunction” is not displayed in the multi-information display.
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The vehicle speed is between about 2 to 8 km/h (2 to 4 mph).
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The SCBS R is not turned off.
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The DSC is not malfunctioning.
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The SCBS R operates using ultrasonic sensors (rear) which detect obstructions at the rear by emitting ultrasonic waves and then receiving the returning waves reflected off the obstructions.
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In the following cases, the ultrasonic sensors (rear) cannot detect obstructions and the SCBS R may not operate.
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The height of the obstruction is low such as low walls or trucks with low loading platforms.
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The height of the obstruction is high such as trucks with high loading platforms.
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The obstruction is small.
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The obstruction is thin such as a signpost.
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The obstruction is positioned away from the centre of the vehicle.
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The surface of the obstruction is not pointed vertically relative to the vehicle.
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The obstruction is soft such as a hanging curtain or snow stuck to a vehicle.
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The obstruction is shaped irregularly.
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The obstruction is extremely close.
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In the following cases, the ultrasonic sensors (rear) cannot detect obstructions correctly and the SCBS R may not operate.
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Something is stuck on the bumper near an ultrasonic sensor (rear).
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The steering wheel is turned sharply, or the brake or accelerator pedal is operated.
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There is another obstruction near one obstruction.
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During inclement weather such as rain, fog and snow.
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High or low humidity.
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High or low temperatures
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Strong winds.
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The path of travel is not flat.
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Heavy luggage is loaded in the luggage compartment or on the rear seat.
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Objects such as a wireless aerial, fog light, or illuminated number plate is installed near an ultrasonic sensor (rear).
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The orientation of an ultrasonic sensor (rear) has deviated for reasons such as a collision.
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The vehicle is affected by other sound waves such as the horn, engine noise, ultrasonic sensor of another vehicle.
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In the following cases, an ultrasonic sensor (rear) may detect something as a target obstruction which could cause the SCBS R system to operate.
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Driving on a steep slope.
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Wheel blocks.
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Hanging curtains, gate poles such as at toll gates and railroad crossing.
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When travelling near objects such as foliage, barriers, vehicles, walls, and fences along a road.
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When driving off-road in areas where there is grass and forage.
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When passing through low gates, narrow gates, car washing machines, and tunnels.
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A towing bar is installed or a trailer is connected.
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(Manual transaxle)
If the vehicle is stopped by the Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) operation and the clutch pedal is not depressed, the engine stops.
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When the system operates, the user is notified by the multi-information display.
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The Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) warning indication (amber) turns on when the system has a malfunction.
Refer to Taking Action (Search).
Automatic Brake Operation Display
“SCBS Automatic Brake” is indicated in the multi-information display after the Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) brakes is operated.

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The collision warning beep sounds intermittently while the Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) brake is operating.
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If the vehicle is stopped by the Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) operation and the brake pedal is not depressed, the warning beep sounds one time after about 2 seconds and the Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) brake is automatically released.
Smart Brake Support (SBS) (Some Models)
The SBS system alerts the driver of a possible collision using a display and warning sound if the radar sensor (front) and the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) determine that there is the possibility of a collision with a vehicle ahead while the vehicle is being driven at about 15 km/h or faster (10 mph or faster). Furthermore, if the radar sensor (front) and the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) determines that a collision is unavoidable, the automatic 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. (Brake Assist (SBS brake assist))
Do not rely completely on the SBS system and always drive carefully:
The SBS is designed to reduce damage in the event of a collision, not avoid an accident. The ability to detect an obstruction is limited depending on the obstruction, weather conditions, or traffic conditions. Therefore, if the accelerator pedal or brake pedal is mistakenly operated it could result in an accident. Always verify the safety of the surrounding area and depress the brake pedal or accelerator pedal while keeping a safer distance from vehicles ahead or on-coming vehicles.
In the following cases, turn the system off to prevent a mis-operation:
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The vehicle is being towed or when towing another vehicle.
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The vehicle is on a chassis roller.
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When driving on rough roads such as in areas of dense grass or off-road.
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The SBS system operates when all of the following conditions are met:
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The ignition is switched ON.
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The SBS system is on.
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The vehicle speed is about 15 km/h or faster (10 mph or faster).
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The relative speed between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead is about 15 km/h or faster (10 mph or faster).
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The Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) is not operating.
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The SBS system may not operate under the following conditions:
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If the vehicle is accelerated rapidly and it comes close to a vehicle ahead.
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The vehicle is driven at the same speed as the vehicle ahead.
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The accelerator pedal is depressed.
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The brake pedal is depressed.
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The steering wheel is being operated.
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The selector lever is being operated.
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The direction indicator is being used.
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When the vehicle ahead is not equipped with tail lights or the tail lights are turned off.
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When warnings and messages, such as a dirty windscreen, related to the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) are being displayed in the multi-information display.
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Although the objects which activate the system are four-wheeled vehicles, the radar sensor (front) could detect the following objects, determine them to be an obstruction, and operate the SBS system.
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Objects on the road at the entrance to a curve (including guardrails and snow banks).
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A vehicle appears in the opposite lane while cornering or rounding a curve.
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When crossing a narrow bridge.
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When passing under a low gate or through a tunnel or narrow gate.
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When entering an underground parking area.
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Metal objects, bumps, or protruding objects on the road.
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If you suddenly come close to a vehicle ahead.
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When driving in areas where there is high grass or forage.
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Two-wheeled vehicles such as motorbikes or bicycles.
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Pedestrians or non-metallic objects such as standing trees.
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When the system operates, the user is notified by the multi-information display.
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The SBS warning indication (amber) turns on when the system has a malfunction.
Refer to Taking Action (Search).
Types of Images Displayed on the Screen
Top view/Front view
Displays the image of the area around the vehicle and the vehicle front.

Front wide view
Displays the image of the front of the vehicle (wide-area).

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

Top view/Rear view
Displays the image of the area around the vehicle and the rear of the vehicle.

Rear wide view
Displays the image of the rear of the vehicle (wide-area).

Front Wide View
Use the 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

Viewing the screen

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Extended vehicle width lines and distance guide lines (red/blue) |
Indicates the approximate width of the vehicle and the distance (from front end of bumper) in front of the vehicle.
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The parking sensor obstruction detection indication does not display. Switch the screen display to the top view/front view or side view display if the parking sensor warning sound is activated.
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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.
Rear Wide View
Use the 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

Viewing the screen

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Extended vehicle width lines and distance guide lines (red/blue) |
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).
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Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning lights |
Indicates when the Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) has operated. For details, refer to Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA). Refer to Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) (Search). |
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The parking sensor obstruction detection indication does not display. Switch the screen display to the top view/rear view display if the parking sensor warning sound is activated.
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The 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.