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.
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.
The vehicle speed is about 70 km/h (44 mph) or faster.
The vehicle is driven on a straight road or road with gentle curves.
The LDWS does not operate in the following cases:
The system cannot detect white or yellow lines.
The vehicle speed is less than about 65 km/h (40 mph).
The vehicle is making a sharp turn.
The vehicle is making a curve at an inadequate speed.
The LDWS does not operate until the system detects a white or yellow line on either the left or right.
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.
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.
The temperature inside the camera is high or low.
The windscreen around the camera is foggy.
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.
The steering wheel is operated abruptly.
The brake pedal is depressed abruptly.
The accelerator pedal is depressed abruptly.
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.
The Smart City Brake Support [Reverse] (SCBS R) is a system which is designed to reduce damage in the event of a collision by operating the brake control (SCBS brake) when the system’s ultrasonic sensors detect an obstruction at the rear of the vehicle while driving at a speed of about 2 to 8 km/h (2 to 4 mph) and the system determines that a collision is unavoidable.
Do not rely completely on the Smart City Brake Support [Reverse] (SCBS R) system:
The Smart City Brake Support [Reverse] (SCBS R) system is only designed to reduce damage in the event of a collision. Over reliance on the system leading to the accelerator pedal or brake pedal being mistakenly operated could result in an accident.
To assure the correct operation of the Smart City Brake Support [Reverse] (SCBS R), heed the following cautions.
Do not apply a sticker to an ultrasonic sensor (rear) (including transparent stickers). Otherwise, the ultrasonic sensor (rear) may not be able to detect vehicles or obstructions which could result in an accident.
Do not disassemble an ultrasonic sensor (rear).
If cracks or damage caused by flying gravel or debris is visible around an ultrasonic sensor (rear), stop using the Smart City Brake Support [Reverse] (SCBS R) system immediately and have your vehicle inspected by an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer. If the vehicle continues to be driven with cracks or scratch marks left around an ultrasonic sensor, the system may operate unnecessarily and cause an unexpected accident.
Refer to Stopping the Smart City Brake Support [Reverse] (SCBS R) System Operation (Search).
Consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer for rear bumper replacement.
Do not modify the suspension:
If the vehicle height or inclination is changed, the Smart City Brake Support [Reverse] (SCBS R) system may not operate correctly because it cannot detect obstructions correctly.
Do not apply a strong force to an ultrasonic sensor (rear):
When washing the vehicle, do not spray highly pressurised water against an ultrasonic sensor (rear), or rub it strongly. In addition, do not hit the rear bumper forcefully when loading and unloading cargo Otherwise, the sensors may not detect obstructions correctly which could cause the Smart City Brake Support [Reverse] (SCBS R) system to not operate normally, or it could operate unnecessarily.
When driving off-road in areas where there is grass or foliage, it is recommended that the Smart City Brake Support [Reverse] (SCBS R) system be turned off.
Always use tyres of the specified size and the same manufacturer, brand, and tread pattern on all 4 wheels. In addition, do not use tyres with significantly different wear patterns on the same vehicle. Do not use tyres with significantly different wear patterns on the same vehicle. Otherwise, the Smart City Brake Support [Reverse] (SCBS R) system may not operate normally.
If ice or snow is stuck on the ultrasonic sensors (rear) they may not be able to detect obstructions correctly depending on the conditions. In such cases, the system may not be able to perform controls correctly. Always drive carefully and pay attention to the rear of the vehicle.
The vehicle posture changes depending on the accelerator pedal, brake pedal and steering wheel operations, which could make it difficult for the system to recognise an obstruction, or it could facilitate unnecessary detection. In such cases, the Smart City Brake Support [Reverse] (SCBS R) may or may not operate.
The Smart City Brake Support [Reverse] (SCBS R) system will operate under the following conditions.
The engine is running.
The change lever (manual transaxle vehicle) or the selector lever (automatic transaxle vehicle) is in the R (reverse) position.
“Reverse Smart City Brake Support Malfunction” is not displayed in the multi-information display.
The vehicle speed is between about 2 to 8 km/h (2 to 4 mph).
The Smart City Brake Support [Reverse] (SCBS R) is not turned off.
The DSC is not malfunctioning.
The Smart City Brake Support [Reverse] (SCBS R) operates using ultrasonic sensors (rear) which detect obstructions at the rear by emitting ultrasonic waves and then receiving the returning waves reflected off the obstructions.
In the following cases, the ultrasonic sensors (rear) cannot detect obstructions and the Smart City Brake Support [Reverse] (SCBS R) may not operate.
The height of the obstruction is low such as low walls or trucks with low loading platforms.
The height of the obstruction is high such as trucks with high loading platforms.
The obstruction is small.
The obstruction is thin such as a signpost.
The obstruction is positioned away from the centre of the vehicle.
The surface of the obstruction is not pointed vertically relative to the vehicle.
The obstruction is soft such as a hanging curtain or snow stuck to a vehicle.
The obstruction is shaped irregularly.
The obstruction is extremely close.
In the following cases, the ultrasonic sensors (rear) cannot detect obstructions correctly and the Smart City Brake Support [Reverse] (SCBS R) may not operate.
Something is stuck on the bumper near an ultrasonic sensor (rear).
The steering wheel is turned sharply, or the brake or accelerator pedal is operated.
There is another obstruction near one obstruction.
During inclement weather such as rain, fog and snow.
High or low humidity.
High or low temperatures
Strong winds.
The path of travel is not flat.
Heavy luggage is loaded in the luggage compartment or on the rear seat.
Objects such as a wireless aerial, fog light, or illuminated number plate is installed near an ultrasonic sensor (rear).
The orientation of an ultrasonic sensor (rear) has deviated for reasons such as a collision.
The vehicle is affected by other sound waves such as the horn, engine noise, ultrasonic sensor of another vehicle.
In the following cases, an ultrasonic sensor (rear) may detect something as a target obstruction which could cause the Smart City Brake Support [Reverse] (SCBS R) system to operate.
Driving on a steep slope.
Wheel blocks.
Hanging curtains, gate poles such as at toll gates and railroad crossing.
When travelling near objects such as foliage, barriers, vehicles, walls, and fences along a road.
When driving off-road in areas where there is grass and forage.
When passing through low gates, narrow gates, car washing machines, and tunnels.
A towing bar is installed or a trailer is connected.
(Manual transaxle)
If the vehicle is stopped by the SCBS operation and the clutch pedal is not depressed, the engine stops.
When the system operates, the user is notified by the multi-information display.
The Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) warning indication (amber) turns on when the system has a malfunction.
Refer to Warning Lights (Search).
If the Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) is operating, the indicator light (red) flashes.
“SCBS Automatic Brake” is indicated in the multi-information display or the active driving display after the SCBS brakes is operated.
The collision warning beep sounds intermittently while the SCBS brake is operating.
If the vehicle is stopped by the SCBS operation and the brake pedal is not depressed, the warning beep sounds one time after about 2 seconds and the SCBS brake is automatically released.
The Smart City Brake Support [Reverse] (SCBS R) system can be temporarily deactivated.
When the Smart City Brake Support [Reverse] (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 DSC OFF switch is pressed to stop the DSC operation, the Smart City Brake Support [Reverse] (SCBS R) system operation also stops and the Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) OFF indicator light turns on.
Without SCBS OFF switch
Refer to Personalisation Features (Search).
With SCBS OFF switch
Press the SCBS OFF switch to turn off the system. The Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) OFF indicator light in the instrument cluster will illuminate.
Press the switch again to turn the system back on. The Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) OFF indicator light will turn off.