2015 MAZDA MODEL 5 Owners Manual

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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.
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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: About 50 cm (About 20 in)
B: About 150 cm (About 59.1 in)
A
B
qPark Assist Sensor System Operation
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.
Indicator light
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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Sensor detection condition
The system can be used when the ignition is switched ON and the Park Assist Sensor
Switch has been turned on.
The system will then operate when the shift lever is placed in reverse (R).
The sensors detect obstructions under the following conditions:
SensorCondition
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.
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.
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qParking Sensor Warning Beep
Obstruction detection sound
The beeper sounds as follows while the system is operating.
Rear Sensor
Distance between vehicle and obstruction Beeper sound
*1Rear Sensor
Approx. 150 ―60 cm (59.0 ―24.0 in)
Slow intermittent sound
Approx. 60 ―45 cm (23 ―18 in)
Medium intermittent sound
Approx. 45 ―35 cm (17 ―14 in)
Fast intermittent sound
Within approx. 35 cm (14 in)
Continuous sound
*1 The speed of the intermittent sound increases as the vehicle approaches the obstruction.
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Rear Corner SensorDistance between vehicle and obstruction Beeper sound
*1Rear Corner Sensor
Approx. 50 ―37 cm (19 ―15 in)
Medium intermittent sound
Approx. 37 ―25 cm (14.0 ―9.9 in)
Fast intermittent sound
Within approx. 25 cm (9.8 in)
Continuous sound
*1 The speed of the intermittent sound increases as the vehicle approaches the obstruction.
Parking sensor malfunction sound
In the following cases, a problem with the system may be indicated.
Condition Action
lThe beep sound is not heard
even if the shift lever is shifted
to the reverse (R).
lBeep sound is heard and the
indicator light in the parking
sensor switch flashes.The system may have a malfunction. Have the vehicle inspected at an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
The intermittent sound of the
buzzer is heard five times. Remove any foreign material from the sensor area. If the system does not
recover, have the vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
NOTE
The beep sound 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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Meters and Gauges
Speedometer ...................................................................................................... page 5-41
Odometer, Trip Meter and Trip Meter Selector .................................................. page 5-41
Tachometer ........................................................................................................ page 5-42
Fuel Gauge ........................................................................................................ page 5-42
Dashboard Illumination ..................................................................................... page 5-43
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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.
Trip meter
Trip meter selector
Odometer
Trip meter B
Press the selector
Press the selector
Trip meter A
Odometer
Odometer
NOTE
When the ignition is switched to ACC or the
ignition is switched off, the odometer or trip
meters cannot be displayed, however, pressing
the selector button can inadvertently switch the
trip meters or reset them during an
approximate ten-minute period in the following
cases:
lAfter the ignition is switched to ACC or the
ignition is switched off from ON.
lAfter the driver's door is opened.
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.
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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.
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).
q Tachometer
The tachometer shows engine speed in
thousands of revolutions per minute
(rpm).
CAUTION
Do not run the engine with the
tachometer needle in the RED ZONE.
This may cause severe engine
damage.
Red zone
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.
Full
1/4 Full
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