2013 MAZDA MODEL CX-9 Owners Manual (in English)

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NOTElDo not install any accessories within the detection ranges of the sensors. It may affect the system
operation.
lDepending on the type of obstruction and the surrounding conditions, the detection range of a
sensor may narrow, or the sensors may not be able to detect obstructions.
lThe system may not operate normally under the following conditions:lMud, ice, or snow is adhering to the sensor area (Returns to normal operation when removed).lThe sensor area is frozen (Returns to normal operation when the ice is thawed).lThe sensor is covered by a hand.lThe sensor is excessively shocked.lThe vehicle is excessively tilted.lUnder extremely hot or cold weather conditions.lThe vehicle is driven on bumps, inclines, gravel, or grass covered roads.lAnything which generates ultrasound is near the vehicle, such as another vehicle's horn, the
engine sound of a motorcycle, the air brake sound of a large-sized vehicle, or another vehicle's
sensors.
lThe vehicle is driven in heavy rain or in road conditions causing water-splash.lA commercially-available fender pole or an antenna for a radio transmitter is installed to the
vehicle.
lThe vehicle is moving towards a tall or square curbstone.lAn obstruction is too close to the sensor.lObstructions under the bumper may not be detected. Obstructions that are lower than the bumper
or thin which may have been initially detected but are no longer detected as the vehicle
approaches more closely.
lThe following types obstructions may not be detected:lThin objects such as wire or ropelThings which absorb sonic waves easily such as cotton or snowlAngular shaped objectslVery tall objects, and those which are wide at the toplSmall, short objectslAlways have the system inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer if any shock is applied to the
bumpers, even in a minor accident. If the sensors are deviated, they cannot detect obstructions.
lThe system may have a malfunction if the beep does not operate or the indicator light does not
illuminate when the park assist sensors switch is turned on. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
lThe system may have a malfunction if the beep sound which indicates a system malfunction is
heard and the indicator light flashes. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
lThe beeper which indicates a system malfunction may not be heard if the ambient temperature is
extremely cold, or mud, ice, or snow adheres to the sensor area. Remove any foreign material
from the sensor area.
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qSensor Detection Range
The sensors detect obstructions within the following range.
Rear sensor detection range Rear corner sensor detection range
AUnit: cm (in)
BA: About 150 (About 59.1)
B: About 150 (About 59.1)
qPark Assist Sensors Switch
The switch can be used when the ignition is switched ON, the shift lever is in any position
except reverse (R), and the vehicle speed is about 10 km/h (6 mph) or less.
When the parking sensor switch is pressed, a beep sound is heard and the indicator light in
the switch illuminates.
The system is cancelled under the following conditions:lThe vehicle speed is 10 km/h (6 mph) or more.lThe parking sensor switch is pressed while the parking sensor is in operation.
NOTE
If the system is cancelled, it will not restore automatically even when the vehicle speed is decreased to
10 km/h or less.
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Operation Conditions
The system can be used when the ignition is switched ON.
The sensors detect obstructions under the following conditions:
Sensor Condition
Rear Sensor The shift lever is in reverse (R).
Rear Corner Sensor The shift lever is in reverse (R), and the vehicle speed is about 10 km/h (6 mph) or less.
qParking Sensor Warning Beep
The beeper sounds as follows while the system is operating.
Distance between vehicle and obstruction
Beeper sound*1Rear Sensor Rear Corner Sensor
Approx. 150―100 cm (59.0―39.3 in)
Approx. 150―100 cm (59.0―39.3 in)
Slow intermittent sound
Approx. 100―50 cm (39.3―19 in)
Approx. 100―50 cm (39.3―19 in)
Medium intermittent
sound
Approx. 50―30 cm (19―11 in)
Approx. 50―30 cm (19―11 in)
Fast intermittent sound
Within approx. 30 cm (11 in)
Within approx. 30 cm (11 in)
Continuous sound
*1 The speed of the intermittent sound increases as the vehicle approaches the obstruction.
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qWhen Warning Beep is Activated
The system notifies the driver of an abnormality by activating the beep sound.
Beep How to check
The beep sound is not heard.The system may have a malfunction. Have the vehicle inspected at an Authorized
Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
1 consecutive beep Corner Left Sensor
Remove any foreign material from the sensor area. If
the system does not recover, have the vehicle
inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 2 consecutive beeps Left Sensor
3 consecutive beeps Right Sensor
4 consecutive beeps Corner Right Sensor
Corner right sensor Corner left sensor
Right sensor Left sensor
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Meters and Gauges
Speedometer ...................................................................................................... page 5-46
Odometer, Trip Meter and Trip Meter Selector .................................................. page 5-46
Tachometer ........................................................................................................ page 5-47
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge .................................................................. page 5-47
Fuel Gauge ........................................................................................................ page 5-48
Dashboard Illumination ..................................................................................... page 5-48
NOTE
When the ignition is switched ON, the dashboard gauges illuminate.
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qSpeedometer
The speedometer indicates the speed of
the vehicle.
qOdometer, Trip Meter and Trip
Meter Selector
The display mode can be changed
between trip meter A and trip meter B by
pressing the selector while one of them is
displayed. The selected mode will be
displayed.
Selector
Odometer
Trip meter
Press the selector Press the selector Trip meter A
Odometer
Trip meter B
Odometer
Odometer
The odometer records the total distance
the vehicle has been driven.
Trip meter
The trip meter can record the total
distance of two trips. One is recorded in
trip meter A, and the other is recorded in
trip meter B.
For instance, trip meter A can record the
distance from the point of origin, and trip
meter B can record the distance from
where the fuel tank is filled.
When trip meter A is selected, pressing
the selector again within one second will
change to trip meter B mode.
When trip meter A is selected, TRIP A
will be displayed. When trip meter B is
selected, TRIP B will be displayed.
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The trip meter records the total distance
the vehicle is driven until the meter is
again reset. Return it to“0.0”by holding
the selector depressed for 1 second or
more. Use this meter to measure trip
distances and to compute fuel
consumption.
NOTE
lOnly the trip meters record tenths of
kilometers (miles).
lThe trip record will be erased when:lThe power supply is interrupted (blown
fuse or the battery is disconnected).
lThe vehicle is driven over 999.9 km
(mile).
qTachometer
The tachometer shows engine speed in
thousands of revolutions per minute
(rpm).
Red zone
CAUTION
Do not run the engine with the
tachometer needle in the RED ZONE.
This may cause severe engine
damage.
qEngine Coolant Temperature Gauge
The engine coolant temperature gauge
shows the temperature of the engine
coolant.
If the needle is near H, it indicates
overheating.
CAUTION
Driving with an overheated engine
can cause serious engine damage
(page 7-16).
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qFuel Gauge
The fuel gauge shows approximately how
much fuel is remaining in the tank when
the ignition is switched ON.
We recommend keeping the tank over 1/4
full. When the low fuel warning light
illuminates or when the needle is near E,
refuel as soon as possible.
Full
Approx. 1/4 FullLow fuel
warning light
NOTElAfter refueling, it may require some time for
the needle to stabilize. In addition, the
needle may deviate while driving on a slope
or curve since the fuel moves in the tank.
lThe direction of the arrow () next to the
low fuel warning light indicates that the
fuel-filler lid is on the left side of the
vehicle.
qDashboard Illumination
Rotate the knob to adjust the brightness of
the instrument cluster and other
illuminations in the dashboard.
NOTE
lThe brightness of dashboard illuminations
can be adjusted when the headlight switch
is in the
orposition.lWhen the dashboard illumination
brightness cannot be adjusted any more, a
beep sound will be heard.
Dim
Bright
Canceling the illumination dimmer
(Black-out meter and dashboard
illuminations)
When the headlight switch is in the
orposition, the illumination of the
instrument cluster and the information
display dims.
When driving on snowy or foggy roads,
or in other situations when the instrument
cluster or information display's visibility
is reduced due to glare from surrounding
brightness, cancel the illumination
dimmer and increase the illumination
intensity.
To cancel the illumination dimmer, press
the dashboard illumination knob.
NOTE
lThis symbol () indicates the knob to
adjust the brightness of the dashboard
illumination.
lIf the illumination dimmer is cancelled, the
instrument cluster and the information
display will not dim when the headlight
switch is turned to the
orposition
again. Press the dashboard illumination
knob to activate the illumination dimmer.
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