i-ACTIVSENSE
i-ACTIVSENSE (Some Models)
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.
Active Safety Technology
Active Safety Technology supports safer driving by helping the driver to recognise potential hazards and avert accidents.
Driver awareness support systems
Nighttime visibility
Left/right side and rear side detection
Road sign recognition
Inter-vehicle distance recognition
Driver fatigue detection
Rear obstruction detection when leaving a parking space
Full-surround recognition
Driver support systems
Inter-vehicle distance
Lane departure
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
To Operate the System
The system switches the headlights to the high beams after the ignition is switched ON and the headlight switch is in the 
position. The ALH indicator light (green) in the instrument cluster turns on simultaneously.
The ALH determine that it is nighttime based on the brightness of the surrounding area.
The system cancels operation when the headlight switch is turned to a position other than , the headlights are manually switched to low beams, or the high beams are flashed on and off.
The system can be changed so that the ALH do not operate.
Refer to Personalisation Features (Search).
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) (Some Models)
The BSM is designed to assist the driver in checking the area to the rear of the vehicle on both sides during lane changes by notifying the driver of the presence of vehicles approaching from the rear in an adjacent lane.
The BSM detects vehicles approaching from the rear while travelling in the forward direction at a speed of 30 km/h (19 mph) or faster and notifies the driver by turning on the BSM warning indicator light and displaying the vehicle detection screen (vehicles with multi-information display and active driving display).
If the direction indicator lever is operated to signal a turn in the direction in which the BSM warning indicator light is illuminated while the approaching vehicle is detected, the BSM notifies the driver of possible danger by turning on the BSM warning indicator light, and by activating the warning sound and the warning screen indicator display (vehicles with multi-information display and active driving display).
The detection area on this system covers the driving lanes on both sides of the vehicle and from the rear part of the front doors to about 50 m (164 ft) behind the vehicle.
Always check the surrounding area visually before making an actual lane change:
The system is only designed to assist you in checking for vehicles at your rear when making a lane change. Due to certain limitations with the operation of this system, the BSM warning indicator light, the warning sound and the warning screen indicator display may not activate or they might be delayed even though a vehicle is in an adjacent driving lane. Always make it your responsibility as a driver to check the rear.
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The BSM will operate when all of the following conditions are met:
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The ignition is switched ON.
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The BSM OFF indicator light in the instrument cluster is turned off.
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The vehicle speed is about 30 km/h (19 mph) or faster.
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The BSM will not operate under the following circumstances.
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The vehicle speed falls below about 25 km/h (15 mph) even though the BSM OFF switch indicator light is turned off.
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The selector lever is shifted to R position and the vehicle is reversing.
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The turning radius is small (making a sharp turn, turning at intersections).
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In the following cases, the BSM OFF indicator light turns on and operation of the system is stopped. If the BSM OFF indicator light remains illuminated, have the vehicle inspected at an expert repairer (we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer) as soon as possible.
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Some problem with the system including the BSM warning indicator lights is detected.
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A large deviation in the installation position of a radar sensor (rear) on the vehicle has occurred.
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There is a large accumulation of snow or ice on the rear bumper near a radar sensor (rear). Remove any snow, ice or mud on the rear bumper.
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Driving on snow-covered roads for long periods.
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The temperature near the radar sensors (rear) becomes extremely hot due to driving for long periods on slopes during the summer.
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The battery voltage has decreased.
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Under the following conditions, the radar sensors (rear) cannot detect target objects or it may be difficult to detect them.
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A vehicle is in the detection area at the rear in an adjacent driving lane but it does not approach. The BSM determines the condition based on radar detection data.
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A vehicle is travelling alongside your vehicle at nearly the same speed for an extended period of time.
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Vehicles approaching in the opposite direction.
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A vehicle in an adjacent driving lane is attempting to pass your vehicle.
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A vehicle is in an adjacent lane on a road with extremely wide driving lanes. The detection area of the radar sensors (rear) is set at the road width of expressways.
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In the following case, the flashing of the BSM warning indicator light, and the activation of the warning sound and the warning screen indicator display may not occur or they may be delayed.
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A vehicle makes a lane change from a driving lane 2 lanes over to an adjacent lane.
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Driving on steep slopes.
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Crossing the summit of a hill or mountain pass.
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When there is a difference in the height between your driving lane and the adjacent lane.
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Directly after the BSM system becomes operable by changing the setting.
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If the road width is extremely narrow, vehicles 2 lanes over may be detected. The detection area of the radar sensors (rear) is set according to the road width of expressways.
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The BSM warning indicator light may turn on and the vehicle detection screen may be displayed in the display in reaction to stationary objects (guardrails, tunnels, sidewalls, and parked vehicles) on the road or the roadside.
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A BSM warning indicator light may flash or the warning beep and the warning screen indicator display may be activated several times when making a turn at a city intersection.
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Turn off the BSM while pulling a trailer or while an accessory such as a bicycle carrier is installed to the rear of the vehicle. Otherwise, the radar’s radio waves will be blocked causing the system to not operate normally.
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In the following cases, it may be difficult to view the illumination/flashing of the BSM warning indicator lights equipped on the door mirrors.
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Snow or ice is adhering to the door mirrors.
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The front door glass is fogged or covered in snow, frost or dirt.
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The system switches to the Rear Cross Traffic Alert function when the selector lever is shifted to the reverse (R) position.
Refer to Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) (Search).
Traffic Sign Display Indication
The following traffic signs are displayed on the active driving display/instrument cluster.
Speed limit signs (including auxiliary signs)
If the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) cannot classify an auxiliary sign (such as time restrictions, turning restrictions, end of section) correctly, the following screen is displayed.
Inclement weather speed limit sign
Do not enter signs
Passing prohibited sign
The TSR can display a passing prohibited sign and a speed limit sign at the same time.
If the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) cannot correctly recognise a traffic sign while the vehicle is driven, the following screen is displayed.
Speed limit signs (including auxiliary signs)
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When the vehicle speed is about 1 km/h (0.6 mph) or faster, the speed limit sign is displayed when any one of the following conditions are met.
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The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) recognises a speed limit sign as a sign targeted for your vehicle and the vehicle passes it.
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The speed limit sign stored in the navigation system is read (if the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) does not recognise a speed limit sign).
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Inclement weather speed limit signs are displayed when all of the following conditions are met.
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The vehicle speed is about 1 km/h (0.6 mph) or more.
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The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) recognises an inclement weather speed limit sign as a sign targeted for your vehicle and the vehicle passes it.
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The inclement weather speed limit sign is lower than the currently displayed speed limit sign.
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The windscreen wipers are operated.
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In the following cases, display of the speed limit sign stops.
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The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) recognises the speed limit sign and the vehicle is driven for a certain distance after passing the sign.
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Each sensor determines that the vehicle has changed direction of travel. (The display of a speed limit sign does not stop even if the vehicle changes lanes while a "ZONE" auxiliary sign is displayed.)
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The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) recognises a new speed limit sign which differs from the previous one (displays the new speed limit sign).
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The speed limit sign stored in the navigation system is not read within a certain period of time (if the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) does not recognise a speed limit sign, the speed limit sign stored in the navigation system is displayed).
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The vehicle speed exceeds the displayed speed limit sign by 30 km/h (19 mph) or more after a certain period of time has elapsed since the speed limit sign was displayed. (Except when there is information for the speed limit sign in the navigation system)
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Do not enter signs
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A do not enter sign is displayed when all of the following conditions are met.
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The vehicle speed is about 80 km/h (50 mph) or slower.
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The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) recognises a do not enter sign as a sign targeted for your vehicle and the vehicle passes it.
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A speed limit sign with an auxiliary sign is not recognised.
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When the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) recognises the do not enter sign and a certain period of time has elapsed since the vehicle passed the sign, display of the do not enter sign stops.
Passing prohibited sign
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A passing prohibited sign is displayed when all of the following conditions are met.
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The vehicle speed is about 1 km/h (0.6 mph) or more.
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The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) recognises a passing prohibited sign as a sign targeted for your vehicle and the vehicle passes it.
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A speed limit sign with an auxiliary sign is not recognised.
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In the following cases, the display of the passing prohibited sign stops.
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The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) recognises a passing prohibited sign and you drive a certain distance after passing the sign.
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You have changed vehicle lanes.
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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
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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) |
 Illuminated in amber*2 |
 Illuminated in amber*2 |
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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) (Some Models)
The DAA is a system which detects driver fatigue and decreased attentiveness, and encourages the driver to take a rest.
When the vehicle is driven inside traffic lane lines at about 65 to 140 km/h (40 to 86 mph), the DAA estimates the amount of accumulated fatigue and decreased attentiveness of the driver based on the information from the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) and other vehicle information, and encourages the driver to take a rest using an indication on the multi-information display and a warning sound.
Use the DAA on expressways or highways.
Refer to Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) (Search).
Do not rely completely on DAA and always drive carefully:
The DAA detects driver fatigue and decreased attentiveness and encourages the driver to take a rest, however, it is not designed to prevent the vehicle from straying. If you rely too much on the DAA it could lead to an accident. Drive carefully and operate the steering wheel appropriately.
In addition, the system may not be able to detect driver fatigue and decreased attentiveness correctly depending on the traffic and driving conditions. The driver must take sufficient rest in consideration of safer driving.
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The DAA operates when all of the following conditions are met.
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The vehicle speed is about 65 to 140 km/h (40 to 86 mph).
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The system detects white (yellow) lane lines.
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The system has completed learning of the driver’s driving data.
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The DAA does not operate under the following conditions.
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The vehicle speed is less than about 65 km/h (40 mph).
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The vehicle speed exceeds about 140 km/h (86 mph)
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The vehicle is making a sharp turn.
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The vehicle is changing lanes.
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The system cannot detect white (yellow) lane lines.
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The DAA may not operate normally under the following conditions.
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White (yellow) lane lines are less visible because of dirt or fading/patchiness.
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The vehicle is jolted or swayed continuously by strong winds or rough roads.
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The vehicle is driven aggressively.
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When making frequent lane changes.
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The DAA detects driver fatigue and decreased attentiveness based on the driving data when the vehicle is driven at about 65 to 140 km/h (40 to 86 mph) for about 20 minutes. The driving data will be reset under the following conditions.
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The vehicle is stopped for 15 minutes or longer.
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The vehicle is driven at less than about 65 km/h (40 mph) for about 30 minutes.
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The ignition is switched off.
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After the DAA has displayed the first message encouraging rest, it does not display the next one until 45 minutes have passed.
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.
Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) & Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) (Some Models)
The LAS & LDWS alerts the driver that the vehicle may be deviating from its lane and it provides steering assistance to help the driver stay within the vehicle lanes.
The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) detects the white lines (yellow lines) of the vehicle lane in which the vehicle is travelling and if the system determines that the vehicle may deviate from its lane, it operates the electric power steering to assist the driver's steering operation. The system also alerts the driver by activating a lane departure warning sound, vibrating the steering wheel, and indicating an alert in the display. Use the system when you drive the vehicle on roads with white (yellow) lines such as expressways and highways.
Refer to Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) (Search).
The steering wheel operation of the LAS & LDWS has “Late” and “Early” steering assist timing settings.
For the “Late” setting, the system assists the driver's steering operation if there is the possibility of the vehicle deviating from its lane.
For the “Early” setting, the system assists the driver's steering operation constantly so that the vehicle stays near the centre of the vehicle lane.
“Late” and “Early” timing can be changed (timing at which steering operation assist is provided) by changing the setting.
Refer to Personalisation Features (Search).
Do not rely completely on the LAS & LDWS:
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The LAS & LDWS is not an automatic driving system. In addition, the system is not designed to compensate for a driver's lack of caution, and over-reliance on the system could lead to an accident.
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The detection ability of the LAS & LDWS is limited. Always stay on course using the steering wheel and drive with care.
Do not use the LAS & LDWS in the following cases:
The system may not operate adequately according to the actual driving conditions, resulting in an accident.
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Driving on roads with tight curves.
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Driving under bad weather conditions (rain, fog, and snow).
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Slippery roads such as ice or snow-bound roads.
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Roads with heavy traffic and insufficient distance between vehicles.
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Roads with no white (yellow) lane lines.
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Narrow roads resulting from road construction or lane closures.
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The vehicle is driven on a temporary lane or section with a closed lane resulting from road construction where there may be multiple white (yellow) lane lines or they are interrupted.
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Vehicle is driven on roads other than expressways and highways.
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The tyre pressures are not adjusted to the specified pressure.
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Tyres of a different specified size are used, such as an emergency spare tyre.
Heed the following cautions so that the LAS & LDWS can operate normally.
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Do not modify the suspensions.
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Always use wheels of the specified type and size for the front and rear wheels. Consult an expert repairer (we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer) for tyre replacement.
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When the direction indicator lever is operated for a lane change, the LAS & LDWS is automatically disabled. The LAS & LDWS becomes operational again when the direction indicator lever is returned and the system detects white (yellow) lane lines while the vehicle is being driven normally within its vehicle lane.
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If the steering wheel, accelerator pedal, or brake pedal is operated abruptly and the vehicle moves close to a white (yellow) line, the system determines that the driver is making a lane change and the LAS & LDWS operation is temporarily cancelled. The LAS & LDWS becomes operational again when the system detects white (yellow) lane lines while the vehicle is being driven normally within its vehicle lane.
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If the vehicle deviates from its lane repeatedly within a short period of time, the LAS & LDWS may not operate.
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When white (yellow) lane lines are not detected, the LAS & LDWS does not operate.
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Under the following conditions, the LAS & LDWS may not be able to detect white (yellow) lane lines correctly and it may not operate normally.
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If an object placed on the instrument panel is reflected in the windscreen and picked up by the camera.
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Heavy luggage is loaded in the luggage compartment or on the rear seat and the vehicle is tilted.
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The tyre pressures are not adjusted to the specified pressure.
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Tyres other than conventional tyres are equipped.
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Vehicle is driven on an intersection or junction, or on a forked road.
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The white (yellow) lane lines are less visible because of dirt or fading/patchiness.
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A vehicle in front of your vehicle is running near a white (yellow) lane line making it less visible.
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A white (yellow) lane line is less visible because of bad weather (rain, fog, or snow).
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The vehicle is driven on a temporary lane or section with a closed lane resulting from construction where there may be multiple white (yellow) lane lines or they are interrupted.
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A misleading line is picked up on the road such as a temporary line for construction, or because of shade, lingering snow, or grooves filled with water.
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The surrounding brightness suddenly changes such as when entering or exiting a tunnel.
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The illumination of the headlights is weakened because of dirt or the optical axis is deviated.
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The windscreen is dirty or foggy.
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The windscreen, camera is fogged (water droplets).
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Back-light is reflected off the road surface.
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The road surface is wet and shiny after rain, or there are puddles on the road.
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The shade of a guardrail parallel to a white (yellow) lane line is cast on the road.
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The width of the driving lane is narrow or wide.
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Driving on roads with tight curves.
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The road is excessively uneven.
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The vehicle is shaken after hitting a road bump.
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There are 2 or more adjacent white (yellow) lane lines.
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There are various road markings or lane markings of various shapes near an intersection.
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Stopping the Smart City Brake Support [Reverse] (SCBS R) System Operation
The SCBS R system can be temporarily deactivated.
Refer to Personalisation Features (Search).
When the SCBS R system is turned off, the Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) OFF indicator light turns on.
When the engine is restarted, the system becomes operational.
When the SCBS R system is set to inoperable, Advanced Smart City Brake Support (Advanced SCBS) and the Smart Brake Support (SBS) are also set to inoperable.
360° View Monitor (Some Models)
The 360° View Monitor consists of the following functions which assist the driver in checking the area surrounding the vehicle using various indications in the centre display and a warning sound while the vehicle is being driven at low speeds or while parking.
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Top view
The top view displays an image of the vehicle from directly above on the centre display by combining the images taken from the 4 cameras set on all sides of the vehicle. The top view displays on the right side (left-hand drive)/left side (right-hand drive) of the screen when the front view or rear view screen is being displayed. The top view assists the driver in checking the area surrounding the vehicle when the vehicle is moving forward or in reverse.
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Front view/front wide view
The image from the front of the vehicle is displayed on the centre display.
The view from the front assists the driver in checking the front of the vehicle by displaying guide lines on the displayed image taken from the front of the vehicle.
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Side view
The images taken from the front left and right sides of the vehicle are displayed on the centre display.
The side view assists the driver in checking the front sides of the vehicle by displaying guide lines on the displayed image taken from the front left and right sides of the vehicle.
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Rear view/rear wide view
The image from the rear of the vehicle is displayed on the centre display.
The image from the rear assists the driver in checking the rear of the vehicle by displaying guide lines on the displayed image taken from the rear of the vehicle.
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Parking sensor
If there are any obstructions near the vehicle while the top view/side view is displayed, an obstruction detection indication on the centre display turns on.
The parking sensors use ultrasonic sensors to detect obstructions around the vehicle when the vehicle is driven at low speeds, such as during garage or parallel parking, and notifies the driver of the approximate distance from the vehicle to the surrounding obstruction using sound and an obstruction detection indication.
Refer to Parking Sensor System (Search).
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Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
If there is the possibility of a collision with an approaching vehicle while the rear view/rear wide view is displayed, a warning is displayed on the centre display.
The Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) uses radar sensors (rear) to detect vehicles approaching from the rear left and right sides of the vehicle, and it assists the driver in checking the rear of the vehicle while reversing by flashing the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning lights and activating the warning sound.
Refer to Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) (Search).
360°View Monitor Range
Always confirm the safety of the area around the vehicle with the mirrors and directly with your eyes when driving.
The 360°View Monitor is an auxiliary device which assists the driver in checking the safety of the area around the vehicle.
The shooting range of the cameras and detection range of the sensors are limited. For example, the areas in black at the front and rear of the vehicle image and the seams where each of the camera images merge are blind spots where an obstruction may not be visible. In addition, the extended vehicle width lines and projected vehicle path lines are only to be used as references, and the images on the screen may differ from the actual conditions.
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Do not use the 360°View Monitor under any of the following conditions.
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Icy or snow-covered roads.
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Tyre chains or a temporary spare tyre is installed.
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The front doors or the liftgate is not fully closed.
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The vehicle is on a road incline.
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The door mirrors are retracted.
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Do not hit the front/rear camera, front bumper, and door mirrors forcefully. The camera position or installation angle may shift.
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The cameras are of a waterproof structure. Do not disassemble, modify, or remove a camera.
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The camera cover is made of hard plastic, therefore do not apply oil film remover, organic solvents, wax, or coating agents. If any such agent gets on the camera cover, wipe it off using a soft cloth immediately.
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Do not rub the camera lens forcefully, or clean it with an abrasive or hard brush. Otherwise, it could scratch the camera lens and negatively affect the images.
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Consult an expert repairer (we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer) for repair, painting, or replacement of the front/rear camera, front bumper and door mirrors.
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Heed the following cautions to assure that the 360°View Monitor operates normally.
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Do not modify the vehicle suspensions or lower/raise the vehicle body, or both.
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Always use wheels of the specified type and size for the front and rear wheels. Consult an expert repairer (we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer) for tyre replacement.
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When the display is cold, images may leave trails or the screen might be darker than usual, making it difficult to check the vehicle surroundings. Always confirm the safety at the front and around the vehicle visually when driving.
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The method for parking/stopping the vehicle using the 360°View Monitor differs depending on the road circumstances/conditions and the vehicle conditions. When and how much you turn the steering wheel will differ depending on the situation, , therefore always check the vehicle surroundings directly with your eyes while using the system.
Also, before using the system, always make sure that the vehicle can be parked/stopped in the parking/stopping space.
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If there are water droplets, snow, or mud on the camera lens, wipe it off using a soft cloth. If the camera lens is especially dirty, wash it off with mild detergent.
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If the area where the camera is installed, such as the liftgate or door mirrors, has been damaged in a vehicle accident, the camera (position, installation angle) may have shifted. Always consult an expert repairer (we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer) to have the vehicle inspected.
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If the camera is subjected to excessive changes in temperature such as by pouring hot water on the camera during cold weather, the 360°View Monitor may not operate normally.
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If the battery voltage is low, the screen might be temporarily difficult to view, however, this does not indicate a problem.
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The 360°View Monitor has limitations. Objects under the bumper or near both ends of the bumper cannot be displayed.
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Obstructions above the upper image range of the camera are not displayed.
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Under the following conditions, the screen might be difficult to view, however this does not indicate a problem.
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The temperature near the lens is high/low.
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Rainy conditions, water droplets on the camera, or high humidity.
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Mud or foreign matter near the camera.
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Extremely bright light such as sunlight or headlights hitting the camera lens directly.
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Because the 360°View Monitor camera uses a special lens, the distance displayed on the screen differs from the actual distance.
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Obstructions displayed on the screen may appear differently than in actuality. (Obstructions may appear fallen, larger, or longer than they actually are.)
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Do not apply stickers to a camera or the area around it. In addition, do not install accessories or an illuminated number/character number plate to the area around a camera. Otherwise, the camera may not correctly display the surrounding conditions.
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).
How to Use the System
Top view/Front view, Front wide view, Side view
Indication
Images are displayed on the screen when the 360°View Monitor switch is pressed with all of the following conditions met.
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The ignition is switched ON.
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The selector lever is in a position other than R.
Display switching
You can change the displayed screen by pressing the commander knob or by touching the switch camera icon on the screen while the top view/front view, front wide view, or the side view is displayed.
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When the selector lever is in R position, the displayed screen does not switch to the top view/front view, front wide view, or the side view.
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Display of the top view/front view, front wide view, or the side view stops even with the display conditions met if any of the following conditions occurs.
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When a switch around the commander knob is pressed.
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The selector lever is shifted to P position (displayed when the selector lever is in a position other than P).
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(Displayed when vehicle speed is less than 15 km/h (9.3 mph))
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4 minutes and 30 seconds have passed.
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The vehicle speed is about 15 km/h (9.3 mph) or faster.
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(Displayed when the vehicle speed is about 15 km/h (9.3 mph) or faster)
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The vehicle speed is about 15 km/h (9.3 mph) or faster after 8 seconds have passed since pressing the 360°View Monitor switch.
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Four minutes and 22 seconds have passed from the point when the vehicle speed was less than 15 km/h (9.3 mph) after 8 seconds have passed since pressing the 360° View Monitor switch.
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The 360°View Monitor displays the previously displayed screen.
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The 360° View Monitor settings can be changed as follows.
Refer to Personalisation Features (Search).
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Automatic display of the 360°View Monitor when the ultrasonic senor detects an obstruction.
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Automatic display of the 360°View Monitor when the ignition is switched ON.
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Top view/Rear view, Rear wide view
The top view/rear view, rear wide view displays when all of the following conditions are met.
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The ignition is switched ON.
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Selector lever is in R position.
Display switching
The displayed screen can be switched by pressing the commander knob or by touching the switch camera icon on the screen while the top view/rear view, rear wide view is displayed.
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The top view/rear view and rear wide view automatically display whether or not the 360° View Monitor switch is turned on or off when shifting the selector lever to R position.
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The setting can be changed to display the top view/front view when shifting from reverse to a forward gear without operating the 360°View Monitor switch to check the front of the vehicle while parallel parking.
Refer to Personalisation Features (Search).
Screen operation/icon
Always stop the vehicle when adjusting the 360°View Monitor image quality.
Do not adjust the 360°View Monitor image quality while driving. If you adjust the 360° View Monitor image quality (such as brightness, contrast, tone, and colour density) while driving, it could lead to an unexpected accident.
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Display/Icon |
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View status icon |
Indicates which image is displayed among the front view/front wide view/side view/rear view/rear wide view. |
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Parking sensor status icon |
Indicates that the parking sensor has a problem or it is switched off. |
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Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) status icon |
Indicates that the radar sensor (rear) has a problem or it is turned off. |
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Switch camera icon |
Each time the screen is touched, the display screen switches. |
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Setting icon |
The image quality for the 360°View Monitor can be adjusted. |
Top View/Front View
Use the top view/front view to assist in checking the safety of the surrounding area when accelerating from a stop, parking, or stopping the vehicle.
Display range
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In the top view screen, the areas in black at the front and rear of the vehicle image and the seams where each of the camera images merge are blind spots.
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Because images displayed in the top view screen are processed from each camera, the top view screen may display in the following ways.
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If an image containing an object with a conspicuous colour is picked up by any of the cameras, the whole screen may be affected and it may display in that colour.
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Obstructions displayed in the front view may not display on the top view screen.
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If the position or angle of each camera changes due to tilting of the vehicle, the image may appear distorted.
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Lines on the road may appear distorted at the seams where each of the camera images merge.
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The entire screen may appear bright/dark depending on the illumination level around any of the cameras.
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Viewing the screen
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Display/Icon |
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Parking sensor view |
Displays the parking sensor detection condition when the parking sensor is activated. For details, refer to the parking sensor obstruction detection indication and warning sound. Refer to Parking Sensor System (Search). |
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Tyre icon |
Indicates the tyre direction. Moves in conjunction with the steering wheel operation. |
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Projected vehicle path lines (amber) |
Indicates the approximate projected path of the vehicle. Moves in conjunction with the steering wheel operation. a) Indicates the path where the edge of the front bumper is expected to travel. b) Indicates the path where the inner side of the vehicle is expected to travel. |
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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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Projected vehicle path distance guide lines (red/amber) |
Indicates the distance (from front end of bumper) in front of the vehicle.
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The parking sensor detection range has limitations. For example, obstructions closing in from the side and objects short in height may not be detected. Always confirm the safety around the vehicle visually when driving.
For details, refer to the parking sensor obstruction detection indication and warning sound.
Refer to Parking Sensor System (Search).
The setting can be changed so that the projected vehicle path lines are not displayed.
Refer to Personalisation Features (Search).
How to use the projected vehicle path line function
Make sure that there are no obstructions within the projected vehicle path lines.
Drive the vehicle forward while turning the steering wheel so that no obstructions come within the projected vehicle path lines.
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.
Side View
Use the side view to assist in checking the safety of the surrounding area when accelerating from a stop, parking, or stopping the vehicle.
Display range
Viewing the screen
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Display/Icon |
Content |
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Parking sensor view |
Displays the parking sensor detection condition when the parking sensor is activated. For details, refer to the parking sensor obstruction detection indication and warning sound. Refer to Parking Sensor System (Search). |
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Projected vehicle path lines (amber) |
Indicates the approximate projected path of the vehicle. Moves in conjunction with the steering wheel operation. The projected vehicle path lines (amber) indicate the path the inner side of the vehicle is expected to travel. |
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Vehicle parallel guide lines (blue) |
Indicates the approximate vehicle width including the door mirrors. |
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Vehicle front end guide lines (blue) |
Indicates the point about 0.25 m (9.8 in) from the front edge of the vehicle (front edge of the bumper). |
The setting can be changed so that the projected vehicle path lines are not displayed.
Refer to Personalisation Features (Search).
How to use the projected vehicle path line function
Make sure that there are no obstructions within the projected vehicle path lines.
Turn the steering wheel so that the projected vehicle path lines travel inside of the obstruction (A), and drive the vehicle forward until it passes the obstruction.
If the projected vehicle path lines are on an obstruction (B) or outside of the obstruction (C), the vehicle may contact the obstruction when turning the vehicle sharply.
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The parking sensor detection range has limitations. For example, obstructions closing in from the side and objects short in height may not be detected. Always confirm the safety around the vehicle visually when driving.
For details, refer to the parking sensor obstruction detection indication and warning sound.
Refer to Parking Sensor System (Search).
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Do not turn the steering wheel any more until the vehicle has passed the obstruction, even if the obstruction is not visible on the side view image. If the steering wheel is turned even more, the vehicle may contact the obstruction if it is turned sharply.
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Because there might be a difference between the image displayed on the screen and the actual conditions, always check the safety of the surrounding area using the mirrors and directly with your eyes when driving.
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Even though the object displayed on the screen, such as a road curb or a division line of a parking space, and the vehicle parallel guide lines appear parallel, they may not actually be parallel.
Top View/Rear View
Use the top view/rear view to assist in checking the safety of the surrounding area when accelerating from a stop, parking, or stopping the vehicle.
Range of displayed screen image
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In the top view screen, the areas in black at the front and rear of the vehicle image and the seams where each of the camera images merge are blind spots.
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Because images displayed in the top view screen are processed from each camera, the top view screen may display in the following ways.
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If an image containing an object with a conspicuous colour is picked up by any of the cameras, the whole screen may be affected and it may display in that colour.
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Obstructions displayed in the rear view may not display on the top view screen.
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If the position or angle of each camera changes due to tilting of the vehicle, the image may appear distorted.
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Lines on the road may appear distorted at the seams where each of the camera images merge.
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The entire screen may appear bright/dark depending on the illumination level around any of the cameras.
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Viewing the screen
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Display/Icon |
Content |
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Parking sensor view |
Displays the parking sensor detection condition when the parking sensor is activated. For details, refer to the parking sensor obstruction detection indication and warning sound. Refer to Parking Sensor System (Search). |
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Tyre icon |
Indicates the tyre direction. Moves in conjunction with the steering wheel operation. |
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Projected vehicle path lines (amber) |
Indicates the approximate projected path of the vehicle. Moves in conjunction with the steering wheel operation. a) Indicates the path where the rear wheels are expected to travel. b) Indicates the path where the outer side of the vehicle is expected to travel. |
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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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Projected vehicle path distance guide lines (red/amber) |
These guide lines indicate the approximate 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). |
The setting can be changed so that the projected vehicle path lines are not displayed.
Refer to Personalisation Features (Search).
How to use the projected vehicle path line function
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The front of the vehicle swings out wide when turning the steering wheel while reversing. Maintain sufficient distance between the vehicle and an obstruction.
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The parking sensor detection range has limitations. For example, obstructions closing in from the side and objects short in height may not be detected. Always confirm the safety around the vehicle visually when driving.
For details, refer to the parking sensor obstruction detection indication and warning sound.
Refer to Parking Sensor System (Search).
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Because there might be a difference between the image displayed on the screen, such as indicated in the following, and the actual conditions when parking, always check the safety at the rear of the vehicle and the surrounding area directly with your eyes.
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Even though the back end of the parking space (or garage) displayed on the screen and distance guide lines appear parallel, they may not actually be parallel.
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When parking in a space with a division line on only one side of the parking space, even though the division line and the vehicle width guide line appear parallel, they may not actually be parallel.
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The following shows an example of vehicle parking with the steering wheel turned to the left while backing up the vehicle. When backing into a parking space from the opposite direction, the steering operation is reversed.
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Back the vehicle into the parking space by turning the steering wheel so that the vehicle enters the centre of the parking space.
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After the vehicle starts entering the parking space, stop and adjust the steering wheel so that the distance between the vehicle width lines and the sides of the parking space on the left and right are roughly equal, and then continue backing up slowly.
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Once the vehicle width lines and the sides of the parking space on the left and right are parallel, straighten the wheels and back the vehicle slowly into the parking space. Continue checking the vehicle's surroundings and then stop the vehicle in the best possible position. (If the parking space has division lines, check whether the vehicle width guide lines are parallel to them.)
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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Display/Icon |
Content |
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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.
Margin of Error Between Road Surface on Screen and Actual Road Surface
There might be some margin of error between the road surface appearing on the screen and the actual road surface. A margin of error in the perceived distance could lead to an accident, therefore be aware of the following conditions which can more easily produce errors in the perceived distance.
The vehicle tilts due to weight of passengers and cargo.
If the vehicle is tilted, obstructions picked up by a camera can appear farther or closer than the actual distance from the vehicle.
Front camera
Side camera
Rear camera
There is a steep up or down grade in the road at the front or rear of the vehicle
If there is a steep up or down grade in the road at the front or rear of the vehicle, obstructions picked up by the camera can appear farther or closer than the actual distance from the vehicle.
Front camera
Side camera
Rear camera
If the vehicle is on a slope, obstructions taken by the camera can appear farther or closer than the actual distance from the vehicle.
Three-dimensional object at vehicle front or rear
Because the vehicle front end guide lines (side camera) or the distance guide lines (rear camera) are displayed based on a flat surface, the distance to the three-dimensional object displayed on the screen is different from the actual distance.
Side camera
Rear camera
System Problem Indication
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Centre display indication |
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“No image signal reception” is displayed |
The control unit might be damaged. |
Have your vehicle inspected by an expert repairer (we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer). |
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Screen is pitch-black and blank |
The camera might be damaged. |
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