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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
Driver support systems
Inter-vehicle distance
Lane departure
Speed control
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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Adaptive LED Headlights (ALH)
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Driver Attention Alert (DAA)
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Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)
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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)
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 (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).
Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS) (Some Models)
The adaptive front lighting system (AFS) automatically adjusts the headlight beams to the left or right in conjunction with the operation of the steering wheel after the headlights have been turned on.
Headlights do not blind drivers approaching in the opposite direction no matter what side of the road you must drive your vehicle (left-hand or right-hand traffic). Therefore, it is not necessary to adjust the optical axis of the headlights when switching temporarily to driving on the opposite side of the road (left-hand or right-hand traffic).
Adaptive LED Headlights (ALH) (Some Models)
The Adaptive LED Headlights (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 Adaptive LED Headlights (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.
The headlight high-beam indicator light turns on while the high beams are on.
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 Adaptive LED Headlights (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 Adaptive LED Headlights (ALH) may not operate normally.
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Do not rely excessively on the Adaptive LED Headlights (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 Adaptive LED Headlights (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.
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 Adaptive LED Headlights (ALH) indicator light (green) in the instrument cluster turns on simultaneously.
The Adaptive LED Headlights (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 Adaptive LED Headlights (ALH) do not operate.
Refer to Personalisation Features (Search).
Manual Switching
Switching to low beams
Shift the lever to the low beam position.
The Adaptive LED Headlights (ALH) indicator light (green) turns off.
Switching to high beams
Turn the headlight switch to the 
position.
The Adaptive LED Headlights (ALH) indicator light (green) turns off and the is illuminated.
Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) (Some Models)
The LDWS alerts the driver that the vehicle may be deviating from its lane. If the white (yellow) lines on the traffic lane are detected using the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) and the system determines that the vehicle may be deviating from its lane, it notifies the driver by flashing the LDWS warning light and activating the LDWS warning beep, and by the multi-information display (vehicles with multi-information display) and the active driving display (vehicles with active driving display).
Refer to Forward Sensing Camera (Search).
Use the LDWS when you drive the vehicle on roads with white (yellow) lines.
If your vehicle is equipped with the Lane-keep Assist System (LAS), refer to the Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) & Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) (Search).
The warning light flashes when the system has a malfunction.
Refer to Warning Lights (Search).
Do not use the LDWS under the following conditions:
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).
The functions of the LDWS have limitations:
Always stay on course using the steering wheel and drive with care. The system is not designed to compensate for a driver’s lack of caution and if you rely too much on the LDWS it could lead to an accident. The driver is responsible for assuring lane changes and other manoeuvres. Always pay attention to the direction in which the vehicle is travelling and the vehicle’s surroundings.
Do not modify the suspension. If the vehicle height or the damping force of the suspensions is changed, the LDWS may not operate correctly.
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If your vehicle deviates from its traffic lane, the LDWS operates (warning sound and indicator light). Steer the vehicle adequately to drive the vehicle to the centre of the lane.
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When the direction indicator lever is operated for a lane change, the LDWS warning is automatically cancelled. The LDWS warning becomes operable when the direction indicator lever is returned and the system detects the white or yellow lines.
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If the steering wheel, accelerator pedal, or brake pedal is operated abruptly and the vehicle moves close to a white or yellow line, the system determines that the driver is making a lane change and the LDWS warning is automatically cancelled.
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The LDWS may not operate during the period immediately after the vehicle has deviated from its lane and the LDWS has operated, or the vehicle deviates from its lane repeatedly within a short period of time.
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The LDWS does not operate if it does not detect the white or yellow lines of the traffic lane.
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Under the following conditions, the LDWS may not be able to detect white or yellow lines correctly and the LDWS may not operate correctly.
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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 inclined.
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The tyre pressures are not adjusted to the specified pressure.
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When the vehicle is driven on the entry and exit to or from the rest area or tollgate of a highway.
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The white or yellow lines are less visible because of dirt or paint flaking.
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The vehicle ahead is running near a white or yellow line and the line is less visible.
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A white or yellow 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 due to construction.
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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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Back-light is reflecting from 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 or yellow line is on the road.
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The width of a lane is excessively narrow or wide.
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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 two or more adjacent white or yellow lines.
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There are various road markings or lane markings of various shapes near an intersection.
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When the System Operates
If the LDWS OFF indicator light in the instrument cluster turns off when the ignition is switched ON, the system goes on standby.
If the LDWS OFF indicator light in the instrument cluster turns on when the ignition is switched ON, press the LDWS OFF switch so that the system goes on standby.
Drive the vehicle in the centre of the vehicle lane while the system is on standby. The system becomes operational when all of the following conditions are met.
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The vehicle is driven in the centre of the driving lane with the white or yellow lines on the left and right sides, or on either side.
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The vehicle speed is about 70 km/h (44 mph) or faster.
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The vehicle is driven on a straight road or road with gentle curves.
The LDWS does not operate in the following cases:
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The system cannot detect white or yellow lines.
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The vehicle speed is less than about 65 km/h (40 mph).
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The vehicle is making a sharp turn.
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The vehicle is making a curve at an inadequate speed.
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The LDWS does not operate until the system detects a white or yellow line on either the left or right.
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When the system detects a white or yellow line on one side only, the system will activate the warning only when the vehicle deviates on the side where the white or yellow line is 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 Personalisation Features (Search).
Vehicle lane display
The vehicle lane lines (stand-by) are indicated in the multi-information display when the LDWS goes on standby.
When the LDWS detects white (yellow) lines on both the left and right sides and becomes operational, the vehicle lane lines (stand-by) are indicated in the multi-information display.
Auto cancel
In the following cases, the LDWS cancels automatically and the LDWS warning light in the instrument cluster turns on.
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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.
(Vehicles with multi-information display)
The vehicle lane lines (stand-by) are indicated in the multi-information display when the LDWS is automatically cancelled.
Auto cancel warning
When the following operations are performed, the LDWS determines that the driver intends to make a lane change and the LDWS warning is cancelled automatically. The LDWS is enabled automatically after the driver performs the operation.
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The steering wheel is operated abruptly.
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The brake pedal is depressed abruptly.
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The accelerator pedal is depressed abruptly.
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The direction indicator lever is operated (after the direction indicator lever is returned, the LDWS may not operate for about 3 seconds which is the period of time required to make a lane correction).
After about 60 seconds have elapsed with the direction indicator lever left operating, the LDWS warning may operate if the vehicle is close to a white or yellow line.
Cancelling the System
Press the LDWS OFF switch to cancel the LDWS. The LDWS OFF indicator light turns on.
(Vehicles with multi-information display)
The vehicle lane lines are no longer indicated in the multi-information display when the LDWS is cancelled.
(Vehicles with active driving display)
The vehicle lane lines are no longer indicated in the active driving display when the LDWS is cancelled.
(European models)
When the ignition is switched OFF, the LDWS becomes operational the next time the ignition switched ON.
(Except European models)
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.
LDWS Warning
If the system determines that there is the possibility of a lane departure, the LDWS warning beep activates and the LDWS warning light flashes. Operate the steering wheel appropriately and steer the vehicle to the centre of the lane.
For vehicles equipped with the multi-information display, the direction which the system determined that the vehicle may be deviating from its lane is indicated in the multi-information display.
For vehicles equipped with the active driving display, the colour of the lane line in the direction which the system determined that the vehicle may be deviating from its lane changes from white to amber and the vehicle lane line flashes.
Indication on display
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If the LDWS warning sound is set to rumble*1, the sound will be heard from the vehicle speaker on the side which the system determined the vehicle may be deviating from its lane.
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It may be difficult to hear the LDWS warning beep depending on the surrounding conditions such as outside noise.
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The volume of the LDWS warning sound can be changed.
Refer to Personalisation Features (Search).
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The type of warning sound (rumble*1/beep) on the LDWS can be changed.
Refer to Personalisation Features (Search).
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A rumble strip is a series of grooves in the road pavement surface positioned at specific intervals, and when the vehicle passes over it a vibration and rumble sound is produced which alerts the driver that the vehicle is departing from the lane.
The rumble sound is a reproduction of the sound which occurs when a vehicle passes over a rumble strip.
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) (Some Models)
The Blind Spot Monitoring (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 Blind Spot Monitoring (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 Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning indicator light and displaying the vehicle detection screen (vehicles with active driving display).
If the direction indicator lever is operated to signal a turn in the direction in which the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning indicator light is illuminated while the approaching vehicle is detected, the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) notifies the driver of possible danger by turning on the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning indicator light, and by activating the warning sound and the warning screen indicator display (vehicles with 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 Blind Spot Monitoring (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 Blind Spot Monitoring (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 Blind Spot Monitoring (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 Blind Spot Monitoring (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 Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) OFF switch indicator light is turned off.
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The shift lever (manual transaxle)/selector lever (automatic transaxle) is shifted to reverse (R) and the vehicle is reversing.
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In the following cases, the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning indication/warning light turns on and operation of the system is stopped. If the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning indication/warning 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 Blind Spot Monitoring (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 Blind Spot Monitoring (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 Blind Spot Monitoring (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 two 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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The turning radius is small (making a sharp turn, turning at intersections).
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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 pressing the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) OFF switch and the system becomes operable.
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If the road width is extremely narrow, vehicles two 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 Blind Spot Monitoring (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 Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning indicator light may flash or the warning beep may be activated several times when making a turn at a city intersection.
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Turn off the Blind Spot Monitoring (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 Blind Spot Monitoring (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 shift lever (manual transaxle) or the selector lever (automatic transaxle) is shifted to the reverse (R) position.
Refer to Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) (Search).
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) Warning Indicator Lights/Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) Warning Beep
The Blind Spot Monitoring (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 Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning indicator light, the warning sound and the display indicator (vehicles with active driving display) while the systems are operational.
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning indicator lights
The Blind Spot Monitoring (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 (Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) operation)
The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) detects vehicles approaching from the rear and turns on the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning indicator lights equipped on the door mirrors according to the conditions. Additionally, while a Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning indicator light is illuminated, if the direction indicator lever is operated to signal a turn in the direction in which the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning indicator light is illuminated, the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning indicator light flashes.
Reverse driving (Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) system operation)
The Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) system detects vehicles approaching from the left and right of your vehicle and flashes the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning indicator lights.
Function for cancelling illumination dimmer
If the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning indicator lights turn on when the position lights are turned on, the brightness of the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning indicator lights is dimmed.
If the Blind Spot Monitoring (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 Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning indicator lights when they turn on.
Refer to Instrument Panel Illumination (Search).
Display indicator (Vehicles with active driving display)
The detected approaching vehicle and warning are displayed in the active driving display when the vehicle is moving forward (Blind Spot Monitoring (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.
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning beep
The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning beep is activated simultaneously with the flashing of a Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning indicator light.
Cancelling Operation of Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) systems are turned off and the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) OFF indicator light in the instrument cluster turns on.
Vehicles with Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) switch
When the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) switch is pressed, the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) systems are turned off and the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) OFF indicator light in the instrument cluster turns on.
If the switch is pressed again, the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) systems become operable and the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) OFF indicator light turns off.
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 Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) systems are operable, the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) systems remain operable the next time the ignition is switched ON.
Vehicles without Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) switch
The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system can be set to inoperable.
Refer to Personalisation Features (Search).
When the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) is set to inoperable, the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) systems are turned off and the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) OFF indicator light in the instrument cluster turns on.
If the engine is stopped while the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) is turned off, the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) becomes operable the next time the engine is started.
Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR) (Some Models)
The Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR) helps prevent the driver from overlooking traffic signs, and provides support for safe driving by displaying traffic signs on the active driving display which are recognised by the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) or recorded in the navigation system while the vehicle is driven.
If the vehicle speed exceeds the speed limit sign indicated in the active driving display while the vehicle is driven, the system notifies the driver using the indication in the active driving display and a warning sound.
The Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR) displays the speed limit (including auxiliary signs) and do not enter signs.
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The Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR) is not supported in some countries or regions. For information concerning the supported countries or regions, consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
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The Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR) operates only if the navigation system SD card (Mazda genuine) is inserted in the SD card slot. Consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer for details.
Always check the traffic signs visually while driving.
The Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR) helps prevent the driver from overlooking traffic signs and provides support for safe driving. Depending on the weather conditions or problems with traffic signs, a traffic sign may not be recognised or a traffic sign different from the actual traffic sign may be displayed. Always make it your responsibility as a driver to check the traffic signs. Otherwise, it could result in an unexpected accident.
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The Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR) does not operate if there is a malfunction in the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC).
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Under the following conditions, the Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR) may not operate normally.
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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 standard tyres are equipped.
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The vehicle is driven on the ramp and surrounding area to or from a rest area or a tollgate on a highway.
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When 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 and camera are fogged (water droplets).
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Strong light is directed at the front of the vehicle (such as backlight or high-beam headlights of on-coming vehicles).
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The vehicle is making a sharp turn.
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Strong light reflects off the road.
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A traffic sign is in a position which makes it difficult to reflect the light from the vehicle's headlights, such as when the vehicle is driven at night or in a tunnel.
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The vehicle is driven under weather conditions such as rain, fog, or snow.
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The stored map data for the navigation system is not current.
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The camera cannot capture a traffic sign's image.
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A traffic sign is obscured by mud or snow.
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A traffic sign is concealed by trees or a vehicle.
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A traffic sign is partially shaded.
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A traffic sign is bent or warped.
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A traffic sign is too low or too high.
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A traffic sign is too bright or too dark (including electronic traffic signs).
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A traffic sign is too big or too small.
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There is an object similar to the traffic sign being read (such as another traffic sign or other signs resembling it).
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The Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR) can be set to inoperable.
Refer to Personalisation Features (Search).
Traffic Sign Display Indication
The following traffic signs are displayed on the active driving display.
Speed limit signs (including auxiliary signs)
Inclement weather speed limit sign
Do not enter signs
The above indications are some examples.
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.
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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In the following case, the display of the do not enter sign stops.
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The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) recognises the do not enter sign and a certain period of time has elapsed*1 since the vehicle passed the sign.
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The time count is temporarily stopped when the vehicle is stopped at a traffic signal or stop sign. The time count resumes when the vehicle restarts driving.
Excessive Speed Warning
If the vehicle speed exceeds the speed limit sign displayed on the active driving display, the warning sound is activated and the area around the speed limit sign displayed on the active driving display flashes 3 times in amber, and if the vehicle speed continues to exceed the displayed speed limit sign, the indication stops flashing and remains on. Check the surrounding conditions and adjust the vehicle speed to the legal speed using the appropriate operation such as depressing the brake pedal.
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The excessive speed warning is initially set to inoperable. If you want to activate the excessive speed warning, change the setting in the personalisation features.
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Off: The excessive speed warning is not activated.
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Warning display only: The area around the speed limit sign flashes 3 times in amber, and if the vehicle speed continues to exceed the displayed speed limit sign, the indication stops flashing and remains on.
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Warning display
warning sound: The area around the speed limit sign flashes 3 times in amber, and if the vehicle speed continues to exceed the displayed speed limit sign, the indication stops flashing and remains on and the warning sound is activated.
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In the following cases, the excessive speed warning stops operating.
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The vehicle speed is less than the speed of the displayed speed limit sign. (If the activation timing for the excessive speed warning is changed in the personalisation features, the excessive speed warning stops operating when the vehicle speed is less than the changed vehicle speed.
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A speed limit sign indication has been updated and the conditions for activating the excessive speed warning are not met.
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Display of the speed limit sign stops.
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The warning indication is displayed at the same time the excessive speed warning sound is activated if the vehicle speed exceeds the speed indicated on the speed limit sign.
Refer to Warning Sound is Activated (Search).
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The Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR) can recognise a speed limit sign with an auxiliary sign and display it, but it cannot determine the indication on the auxiliary sign (such as time restrictions, turning restrictions, end of section). Therefore, the excessive speed warning is activated when the vehicle speed exceeds the displayed speed limit sign even if the conditions indicated on the auxiliary sign do not apply to the vehicle.
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If the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) displays a speed limit sign which was recognised incorrectly, the excessive speed alarm is activated even if the vehicle is driven at the legal speed.
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The following settings can be changed for the excessive speed warning.
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Warning sound and indication pattern
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Timing at which the warning is activated
Refer to Personalisation Features (Search).
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Distance Recognition Support System (DRSS) (Some Models)
The Distance Recognition Support System (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 Distance Recognition Support System (DRSS) and always drive carefully:
The Distance Recognition Support System (DRSS) provides advice for safer driving and notifies the driver of a recommended, safer distance to maintain with a vehicle ahead. 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 Distance Recognition Support System (DRSS) operates when all of the following conditions are met:
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The ignition is switched ON.
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The Distance Recognition Support System (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 Distance Recognition Support System (DRSS) may also operate in the presence of motorcycles and bicycles.
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The Distance Recognition Support System (DRSS) system 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 Distance Recognition Support System (DRSS) operation status is indicated in the active driving 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.
Refer to Warning/Indicator Lights (Search).
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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 Distance Recognition Support System (DRSS) operable, the system will be operable when the ignition is switched ON the next time.
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The Distance Recognition Support System (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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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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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.
The distance at which the distance-between-vehicles indication in the display flashes can be changed.
Refer to Personalisation Features (Search).
Driver Attention Alert (DAA) (Some Models)
The Driver Attention Alert (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 (41 to 86 mph), the Driver Attention Alert (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 active driving display and a warning sound.
Use the Driver Attention Alert (DAA) on expressways or highways.
Refer to Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) (Search).
Do not rely completely on Driver Attention Alert (DAA) and always drive carefully:
The Driver Attention Alert (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 Driver Attention Alert (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 Driver Attention Alert (DAA) operates when all of the following conditions are met.
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The vehicle speed is about 65 to 140 km/h (41 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 Driver Attention Alert (DAA) does not operate under the following conditions.
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The vehicle speed is less than about 65 km/h (41 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 Driver Attention Alert (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 Driver Attention Alert (DAA) detects driver fatigue and decreased attentiveness based on the driving data when the vehicle is driven at about 65 to 140 km/h (41 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 5 minutes or longer.
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The vehicle is driven at less than about 65 km/h (41 mph) for about 30 minutes.
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The ignition is switched off.
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After the Driver Attention Alert (DAA) has displayed the first message encouraging rest, it does not display the next one until 45 minutes have passed.
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 active driving display.
Cancelling Driver Attention Alert (DAA)
The Driver Attention Alert (DAA) can be set to not activate.
Refer to Personalisation Features (Search).
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) (Some Models)
The Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) system is designed to assist the driver in checking the area to the rear of the vehicle on both sides while the vehicle is reversing by alerting the driver to the presence of vehicles approaching the rear of the vehicle.
The Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) system detects vehicles approaching from the left and right sides of the vehicle while the vehicle is being reversed out of a parking space, and notifies the driver of possible danger using the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning indicator lights and the warning buzzer.
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) operation
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The Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) system operates when the shift lever (manual transaxle) or the selector lever (automatic transaxle) is shifted to the reverse (R) position.
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If there is the possibility of a collision with an approaching vehicle, the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning indicator lights flashes and the warning beep is activated simultaneously.
(With rear view monitor)
The Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) warning indication in the rearview monitor also synchronizes with the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning indicator light on the door mirrors.
Always check the surrounding area visually before actually putting the vehicle in reverse:
The system is only designed to assist you in checking for vehicles at the rear when putting the vehicle in reverse. Due to certain limitations with the operation of this system, the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning indicator lights may not flash or it might be delayed even though a vehicle is behind your vehicle. Always make it your responsibility as a driver to check the rear.
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In the following cases, the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning indication/warning light turns on and operation of the system is stopped. If the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning indication/warning light remains illuminated, have the vehicle inspected at an Authorised Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
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Some problem with the system including the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning indicator lights has occurred.
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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).
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Driving on snow-covered roads for long periods.
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The temperature near the radar sensors 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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The vehicle speed when reversing is about 10 km/h (6 mph) or faster.
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The radar sensor (rear) detection area is obstructed by a nearby wall or parked vehicle. (Reverse the vehicle to a position where the radar sensor detection area is no longer obstructed.)
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A vehicle is approaching directly from the rear of your vehicle.
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The vehicle is parked on a slant.
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(With Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) OFF switch)
Directly after pressing the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) OFF switch and the system becomes operable.
(Without Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) OFF switch)
Directly after the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system becomes operable.
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In the following cases, it may be difficult to view the illumination/flashing of the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning indicator lights equipped on the door mirrors.
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Snow or ice adheres 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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Turn off the Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) system while pulling a trailer or while an accessory such as a bicycle carrier is installed to the rear of the vehicle. Otherwise, the radio waves emitted by the radar will be blocked causing the system to not operate normally.
Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) Display Indication
The setting status and operation conditions of the Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) system are indicated in the active driving display.
Close Proximity Warning
If your vehicle rapidly closes in on the vehicle ahead because the vehicle 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, always keep a safer distance from the vehicles behind you.
