2014 MAZDA MODEL CX-9 Owners Manual (in English)

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NOTE
Under the following conditions, the system may be unable to detect vehicles, or detection may be
delayed.
lThe vehicle is reversed at a speed of 12 km/h or fasterlThe radar is obstructed by objects such as a large vehicle parked adjacently or by a wall.
(Reverse vehicle to position in which radar is not obstructed.)
Your vehicle
lA vehicle approaches from straight behind
Your vehicle
lThe vehicle is parked at a highly acute angle
Your vehicle
lImmediately after the system has been activated by pressing the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
OFF switch again after it has been turned off (Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) OFF indicator light
in instrument panel illuminates) by pressing the switch.
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qBSM Warning Light/Beep
BSM warning light
Equipped on the left and right door
mirrors.
This warning light illuminates for a few
seconds when the ignition is switched
ON.
Driving forward
If the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
system detects a vehicle in the detection
area while the vehicle is driven at a speed
of about 10 km/h (6.2mph) or more, the
BSM warning light illuminates on the side
of the vehicle where the rear on-coming
vehicle is detected. A warning indicator
light flashes when the turn signal lever is
operated to the side where the BSM
warning lights is illuminated to alert the
driver.
Reversing
If vehicles approach from the rear on the
left and right, the BSM warning lights on
both sides flash. NOTE
lIf ice or snow adhere to the outer mirror
surface, the BSM warning light may not be
visible.
lIf the door window glass is tinted, it may
affect the visibility of the BSM warning
light, making it difficult to confirm the
illumination of the light.
BSM warning beep
Driving forward
The warning beep operates when the turn
signal lever is operated to the side where
the BSM warning light is illuminated.
NOTE
The system can be personalized so that the
BSM warning beep does not operate. Refer to
Personalization Features on page 10-8.
Reversing
If vehicles approach from the rear on the
left and right, the BSM warning beep
operates.
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BSM OFF Indicator Light
This indicator light illuminates for a few
seconds when the ignition is switched
ON.
The BSM OFF indicator light illuminates
when the BSM system is turned off by
pressing the BSM OFF switch.
The indicator light flashes if the BSM
system has a malfunction. Consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
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NOTE
If the vehicle is driven on a road with less
traffic and few vehicles that the radar sensors
can detect, the system may pause (The BSM
OFF indicator light in the instrument panel
flashes). However, it does not indicate a
malfunction.
qBSM OFF Switch
When the BSM switch is pressed, the
BSM system turns off and the BSM OFF
indicator light illuminates.
Press the BSM OFF switch again to turn
on the BSM system. The BSM OFF
indicator light turns off.
NOTE
lThe system may not operate normally when
towing a trailer. Turn off the system by
operating the BSM OFF switch when
towing a trailer.
lIf the ignition is switched off with the BSM
system turned off, the system becomes
operable automatically when the ignition is
switched ON.
qCare of Radar Sensors
The radar sensors are equipped inside the
rear bumper.
Radar sensors
Always keep the bumper surface near the
radar sensor area clean so that the BSM
system operates normally. Refer to the
Exterior Care (page 8-56).
NOTE
lThe BSM OFF indicator light flashes if the
radar sensors cannot operate normally. If
the light remains flashing after cleaning the
bumper surface near the radar sensor area,
consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
lFor repairs or paintwork around the radar
sensors, or replacement of the bumper,
consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
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qSafety Certification
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NOTE
During printing time of this user manual the approvals listed above are granted.
WARNING
Change or modifications not expressively approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the use's authority to operate the equipment.
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Parking Sensor System
The parking sensor system uses ultrasonic sensors to detect obstructions around the vehicle
while parking the vehicle in a garage or during parallel parking when the vehicle is driven
at a speed of about 10 km/h (6 mph) or less. The system is equipped with an assist device
to notify the driver of the approximate distance from the vehicle to the surrounding
obstruction using a beep sound.
Rear sensor
Rear corner sensor
WARNING
Do not rely completely on the parking sensor system and be sure to confirm the
safety around your vehicle visually when driving.
This system can assist the driver in operating the vehicle in the forward and
backward directions while parking. The detection ranges of the sensors are limited,
therefore, driving the vehicle while relying only on the system may cause an accident.
Always confirm the safety around your vehicle visually when driving.
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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
A
Unit: cm (in)
B A: About 150 (About 59.1)
B: About 150 (About 59.1)
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Park Assist Sensors Switch
The switch can be activated 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.
NOTE
If the system is cancelled, it will not restore automatically even when the vehicle speed is decreased to
10 km/h (6 mph) or less.
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