i-ACTIVSENSE
i-ACTIVSENSE Status Symbol (Warning/Risk Avoidance Support System)
The system notifies the driver of any of the following system status using the colour or OFF indication of the i-ACTIVSENSE status symbol (Warning/risk avoidance support system).
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Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)
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Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
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Distance & Speed Alert (DSA)
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Front Cross Traffic Alert (FCTA)
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Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
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Lane-keep Assist System (LAS)
The status of the system turned on using the personalisation feature is displayed.
i-ACTIVSENSE status symbol (warning/risk avoidance support system) (white)

System stand-by status
If none of the systems are activated or if there is a problem with the system, the i-ACTIVSENSE status symbol (warning/risk avoidance support system) (white) is displayed.
For example, even when the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) is operating normally, if the Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) has a problem, the i-ACTIVSENSE status symbol (warning/risk avoidance support system) (white) is displayed.
i-ACTIVSENSE status symbol (warning/risk avoidance support system) (green)

System activated status
If any one of the systems is activated, the i-ACTIVSENSE status symbol (warning/risk avoidance support system) (green) is displayed.
Even if the i-ACTIVSENSE status symbol (warning/risk avoidance support system) (green) is displayed, systems which do not meet the operation conditions will not operate.
i-ACTIVSENSE status symbol (warning/risk avoidance support system) (amber)

System warning status
If any system warning is activated, the i-ACTIVSENSE status symbol (warning/risk avoidance support system) (amber) is displayed.
i-ACTIVSENSE OFF symbol (warning/risk avoidance support system)

System OFF status
If all the systems are cancelled using the personalisation features or the i-ACTIVSENSE switch, the i-ACTIVSENSE OFF symbol (Warning/risk avoidance support system) is displayed.
High Beam Control System (HBC) (Some Models)
High Beam Control System (HBC)
The HBC determines the conditions in front of the vehicle using the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) while driving in darkness to automatically switch the headlights between high and low beams.
Refer to Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) (Search).
While driving the vehicle at a speed of about 30 km/h (19 mph) or more, the headlights are switched to high beams when there are no vehicles ahead or approaching in the opposite direction.
The system switches the headlights to low beams when one of the following occurs:
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The system detects a vehicle or the headlights/lights of a vehicle approaching in the opposite direction.
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The vehicle is driven on roads lined with streetlamps or on roads in well-lit cities and towns.
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The vehicle is driven at less than about 20 km/h (12 mph).
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The headlight high-beam indicator light turns on while the high beams are on.

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Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)*1
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The recognition distance of the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) varies according to the surrounding conditions.
The warning light turns on when the system has a malfunction.
Refer to High Beam Control System (HBC) Warning Indication/Warning Light (Amber) (Search).
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Do not adjust the vehicle height, modify the headlight units, or remove the camera, otherwise the system will not operate normally.
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Do not rely excessively on the HBC and drive the vehicle while paying sufficient attention to safety. Switch the headlights between the high beams and low beams manually if necessary.
The timing in which the system switches the headlights changes under the following conditions. If the system does not switch the headlights appropriately, manually switch between high and low beams according to the visibility as well as road and traffic conditions.
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When there are 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 turn or hilly terrain.
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When the headlights/rear lamps of vehicles in front of you 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 in front of you spraying water from its tyres onto your windscreen.
Manual Switching
Switching to low beams
Switch the headlight switch to the position, or press the ALH switch.
The ALH indicator light (green) turns off.

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ALH switch
If the ALH is turned off using the ALH switch, press the ALH switch again to turn the ALH back on.
Switching to high beams
Shift the lever to the high beam position.
The ALH indicator light (green) turns off and the headlight high-beam indicator light is illuminated.
Cancelling the System
The LDWS can be set to inoperable.
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(If only the LDWS is turned off)
Refer to the Settings section in the Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.
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(If the LDWS is turned off by operating the i-ACTIVSENSE switch)
Refer to i-ACTIVSENSE Switch (Search).
If the ignition is switched OFF while you have cancelled the system using the i-ACTIVSENSE switch, the system is automatically enabled the next time the ignition is switched ON. However, if the system is cancelled using the personalisation features, the system is not automatically enabled.
Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR)
The TSR helps prevent the driver from overlooking traffic signs, and provides support for safer driving by displaying traffic signs on the active driving display/instrument cluster which are recognised by the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) or recorded in the navigation system while the vehicle is driven.
The TSR displays the speed limit (including auxiliary signs) , do not enter, traffic stop, and passing prohibited (Some Models) signs.
If the vehicle speed exceeds the speed limit sign indicated in the active driving display/instrument cluster while the vehicle is driven, the system notifies the driver using the indication in the active driving display/instrument cluster and a warning sound.
Speed limit (including auxiliary signs) , do not enter and passing prohibited (Some Models) signs

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Sign recognised
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Sign displayed
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Active driving display indication
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Instrument cluster
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Basic display
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i-ACTIVSENSE display
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Recognized speed limit indication colour changes.
Stop sign

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Sign recognised and displayed at same time
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Active driving display indication
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Instrument cluster
Always check the traffic signs visually while driving.
The TSR helps prevent the driver from overlooking traffic signs and provides support for safer 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 actual traffic signs. Otherwise, it could result in an accident.
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The 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 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. (Some Models)
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The TSR does not operate if there is a malfunction in the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC).
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Under the following conditions, the 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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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 TSR can be set to invisible on the active driving display.
Refer to the Settings section in the Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.
Excessive Speed Warning
If the vehicle speed exceeds the speed limit sign displayed in the active driving display/instrument cluster, the area around the speed limit sign flashes in amber and the warning sound is activated at the same time. 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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Vehicle is doing 90 km/h when 80 km/h speed limit sign is recognised.
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Vehicle continues to do 90 km/h after 80 km/h speed limit sign is passed.
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Active driving display indication
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Instrument cluster
The excessive speed warning is initially set to visual only. If you want to activate the excessive speed warning, change the setting in the personalisation features. In addition, the warning pattern and the warning activation timing differ depending on the setting contents.
Refer to the Settings section in the Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.
Speed Limit Sign Alert setting
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Off: The excessive speed warning is not activated.
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Visual: The area around the speed limit sign displayed in the display flashes 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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Visual + Audible: The area around the speed limit sign displayed in the display flashes in amber and the warning sound is activated at the same time. If the vehicle speed continues to exceed the displayed speed limit sign, the indication stops flashing and remains on. The warning sound is activated continuously until the vehicle speed decreases below the speed limit sign.
Speed Limit Sign Threshold setting
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+ 0: If the vehicle speed exceeds the speed limit sign displayed in the display, the excessive speed warning is activated.
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+ 5: If the vehicle speed exceeds the speed limit sign displayed in the display by 5 km/h (3 mph), the excessive speed warning is activated.
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+ 10: If the vehicle speed exceeds the speed limit sign displayed in the display by 10 km/h (5 mph), the excessive speed warning 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 vehicle speed is lower than the updated indication.
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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 Excessive Speed Warning (Search).
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If the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) or data recorded in the navigation system incorrectly recognises the actual speed limit sign at a lower speed, the excessive speed alarm is activated even if the vehicle is driven at the legal speed.
Driver Attention Alert (DAA)
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 (41 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 order to drive safely.
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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 (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 after 60 minutes have passed since the driver began driving vehicle.
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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 (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 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 vehicle is making a curve.
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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 (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 15 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 DAA has displayed the first message encouraging rest, it does not display the next one until 60 minutes have passed.
Driver Monitoring (DM) (Some Models)
Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC)
The MRCC system is designed to maintain headway control*1 with a vehicle ahead according to your vehicle's speed using a front radar sensor to detect the distance to the vehicle ahead and a preset vehicle speed without you having to use the accelerator or brake pedals.
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Headway Control: Control of the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead detected by the MRCC system.
Additionally, if your vehicle starts closing in on the vehicle ahead such as if the vehicle ahead brakes suddenly, a warning sound and a warning indication in the display are activated simultaneously to alert you to maintain a sufficient distance between the vehicles.
Also refer to the following before using the MRCC.
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Front radar sensor (Search)
Do not rely completely on the MRCC:
The MRCC system has detection limitations depending on the type of vehicle ahead and its conditions, the weather conditions, and the road conditions. Additionally, the system may be unable to decelerate sufficiently to avoid hitting the vehicle ahead if the vehicle ahead applies the brakes suddenly or another vehicle cuts into the driving lane, which could result in an accident.
Always drive carefully and verify the surrounding conditions and depress the brake pedal or accelerator pedal while keeping a safe distance from vehicles ahead or on-coming vehicles.
Do not use the MRCC system in the following locations. Using the MRCC system at the following locations may result in an unexpected accident:
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General roads other than highways (Driving under these conditions using the MRCC system is not possible.)
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Roads with sharp curves and where vehicle traffic is heavy with insufficient space between vehicles, or roads where frequent and repetitive acceleration and deceleration occur (Driving under these conditions using the MRCC is not possible).
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When entering and exiting interchanges, service areas, and parking areas of highways (If you exit a highway while headway control is in use, the vehicle ahead will no longer be tracked and your vehicle may accelerate to the set speed).
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Slippery roads such as ice or snow-bound roads (Tyres could spin causing you to lose vehicle control, or the stop hold control may not operate.)
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Long, descending slopes (to maintain distance between vehicles, the system automatically and continuously applies the brakes which could result in the loss of brake power.)
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Slopes with a steep gradient (The vehicle ahead may not be detected correctly.)
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Two-wheeled vehicles such as motorcycles or bicycles are ahead.
For safety purposes, switch the MRCC system off when it is not being used.
Leaving the MRCC system turned on when it is not in use is dangerous as it could operate unexpectedly, resulting in an accident.
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Turn the system off when the vehicle is running on a chassis roller.
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If your vehicle is towed or you are towing something, switch the MRCC system off to prevent an unexpected operation.
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The MRCC system does not detect the following as physical objects.
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Vehicles approaching in the opposite direction
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Pedestrians
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Stationary objects (stopped vehicles, obstructions)
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If a vehicle ahead is travelling at an extremely low speed, the system may not detect it correctly.
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If there is a structure on the road or an object (such as a monorail) at a low height off the ground in front of the vehicle, the system may operate. Therefore, do not use the MRCC.
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Do not use the MRCC system under conditions in which close proximity warnings are frequently activated.
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During headway control travel, the system accelerates and decelerates your vehicle in conjunction with the speed of the vehicle ahead. However, if it is necessary to accelerate for a lane change or if the vehicle ahead brakes suddenly causing you to close in on the vehicle rapidly, accelerate using the accelerator pedal or decelerate using the brake pedal depending on the conditions.
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While the MRCC system is in use, it does not cancel even if the selector lever (automatic transmission)/shift lever (manual transmission) is operated and any intended engine braking will not occur. If deceleration is required, lower the vehicle speed setting or depress the brake pedal.
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While braking by the MRCC control is operating, you might hear an operation sound, however, this does not indicate a problem.
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The brake lights turn on while braking by the MRCC control is operating, however, they may not turn on while the vehicle is on a down slope at the set vehicle speed or travelling at a constant speed and following a vehicle ahead.
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Stop the headway control function to switch the system to the cruise control function.
Refer to the Settings section in the Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.
Activation/Deactivation
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 ISA is operating, the system will be operable when the ignition is switched ON the next time.
Activation
Press the LIM switch to activation the system. The ISA screen is displayed, and the ISA standby indication displays in white.
Deactivation
Press the LIM switch again to deactivation the system. The ISA screen is no longer displayed and the ISA indication does not display.
Smart Brake Support [Rear] (SBS-R) (Some Models)
Collision Warning
Stopping the Smart Brake Support [Rear] (SBS-R) System Operation
The SBS-R can be changed to inoperable.
Refer to the Settings section in the Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.
When the SBS-R is cancelled, the SBS OFF indicator light turns on.

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When the ignition is switched OFF while the SBS-R is cancelled, the SBS-R is automatically enabled the next time the ignition is switched ON.
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When the SBS-R is cancelled, the Smart Brake Support [Rear Crossing] (SBS-RC) is also cancelled.
360° View Monitor
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 turns on around the bumper in the centre display.
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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Front Cross Traffic Alert (FCTA)
If there is the possibility of a collision with an approaching vehicle while the front view/front wide view/side view is displayed, a warning is displayed on the centre display.
The Front Cross Traffic Alert (FCTA) is designed to assist the driver in checking both sides of the vehicle when the vehicle starts to drive at an intersection.
Refer to Front Cross Traffic Alert (FCTA) (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 rear side radar sensor 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

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Cameras
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Ultrasonic sensors
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Front/Rear side radar sensors
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 or rear doors are 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/rear bumper, and door mirrors forcefully. The camera position or installation angle may shift.
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The cameras are waterproof. 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/rear 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 tyres 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 camera lens is touched or there is any dirt on it, it could affect the screen image. Wipe the lens using a soft cloth.
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If the area where the camera is installed, such as the front/rear bumper 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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The surroundings are illuminated by vehicle lights, fluorescent lights, or LED lights (display may flicker).
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Extremely small dark or white dots appear on the screen (dots may flicker).
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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.
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Free/open source software information
This product includes free/open sources. Information about the licensing and source code is available at the following URL.