2015 MAZDA MODEL CX-3 cruise control

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NOTE
For example, the set vehicle speed is
changed by pressing the SET switch
four times as follows:
(European models)
The vehicle speed accelerates or
decelerates by 4 km/h (4 mph).
(Except European models)
The vehicle speed accelerates or
decelerates by 20 km/h (20 mph).
To accelerate using the accelerator
pedal
Depress the accelerator pedal and press
and release the SET
or SET switch at
the desired speed. If a switch cannot be
operated, the system returns to the set
speed when you release your foot from the
accelerator pedal.
CAUTION
The warnings and brake control do not
operate while the accelerator pedal is
depressed.
NOTE
  When accelerating using the SET
switch while in headway control, the
set vehicle speed can be adjusted but
acceleration is not possible. If there
is no longer a vehicle ahead,
acceleration continues until reaching
the set vehicle speed. Check the set
vehicle speed by viewing the set
vehicle speed display in the active
driving display.
  When depressing the accelerator
pedal, the inter-vehicle distance
display in the active driving display
changes to the white-line display.
  The minimum settable speed is 30
km/h (19 mph). If the set vehicle
speed reaches 30 km/h (19 mph)
using the switch operation, constant
speed travel is maintained at about
30 km/h (19 mph) even if the SET
switch is pressed. The Mazda Radar
Cruise Control (MRCC) system is
not cancelled.
To Deactivate
With adjustable speed limiter
The Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC)
is cancelled when the ON/OFF switch is
pressed.
Without adjustable speed limiter
The Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC)
is cancelled when the OFF switch is
pressed.
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When the system is temporarily
cancelled
In the following cases, the Mazda Radar
Cruise Control (MRCC) system is
temporarily cancelled. The Mazda Radar
Cruise Control (MRCC) indicator light
(green) turns off simultaneously.
 


 The CANCEL switch is pressed.



 The brake pedal is depressed.



 The parking brake is applied.



(Automatic transaxle)
 The selector lever is shifted to park (P),
neutral (N) or reverse (R).
 


(Manual transaxle)
 The shift lever is in the reverse (R)
position .
 


 In the following cases, the beep sounds
one time.
 

 
 The vehicle speed decreases to less
than 25 km (16 mph).
 

 
 The DSC has operated.


 
 The TCS has operated for a certain
period of time.
 

 
 The Smart City Brake Support (SCBS)
has operated.
 

 
 The Smart Brake Support (SBS) has
operated.
 

 
 When travelling on a down slope for a
long period of time.
 

 
 There is a problem with the system.

(Manual transaxle)



 
 The shift lever is shifted to neutral (N)
for a certain period of time.
 

 
 The clutch is depressed for a certain
period of time.
 

 
 The engine stalls.
NOTE

 The Mazda Radar Cruise Control
(MRCC) system may be cancelled
during rain, fog, snow or other
inclement weather conditions, or the
front surface of the radiator grille is
dirty.
  If you have temporarily cancelled
the Mazda Radar Cruise Control
(MRCC), you can return to your
previously set speed by pressing
the RES switch and after all of the
operation conditions have been met.
  If the OFF switch is pressed to cancel
the Mazda Radar Cruise Control
(MRCC), the system does not return
to the previously set speed even if the
RES switch is pressed.
Shift-up/Shift-down Request
Display (Manual Transaxle)
The shift-up or shift-down request display
in the active driving display may be
displayed while the Mazda Radar Cruise
Control (MRCC) system is operating.
When this occurs, shift gears because the
gear position is not appropriate.
Request Indication on display
Shift up
Shift down
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NOTE
  If the gears are not shifted up even
though the shift-up request indication
is displayed, load will be applied
to the engine and the Mazda Radar
Cruise Control (MRCC) system may
be automatically cancelled or engine
damage could occur.
  If the gears are not shifted down
even though the shift-down request
indication is displayed, the Mazda
Radar Cruise Control (MRCC)
system may be automatically
cancelled or engine stalling could
occur.
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Adjustable Speed Limiter *
The adjustable speed limiter is a function to prevent the vehicle from being driven at a
vehicle speed faster than a set speed. The vehicle speed is controlled to kept it below the set
speed even if the accelerator pedal is depressed.
The adjustable speed limiter can be set between 30 km/h (20 mph) and 200 km/h (125 mph).
The vehicle speed may exceed the set speed when the vehicle is driven on a down slope,
however, the system notifi es the driver by fl ashing the display and operating a warning
sound.
WARNING
Always turn off the system when changing drivers:
If the driver is changed and the new driver is unaware of the adjustable speed limiter
function, the vehicle may not accelerate when the driver depresses the accelerator
pedal, leading to an accident.
The system consists of the adjustable speed limiter display and the speed limiter switch on
the steering wheel.
CANCEL switch
Speed limiter switchSpeed limiter switch RESUME switch Cruise Control SystemMazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC)
SET+/SET- switchCANCEL switch
RESUME switch
SET+/SET- switch
Active Driving Display Display in the instrument cluster
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NOTE
The system does not operate when the cruise control/Mazda Radar Cruise Control
(MRCC) is on.
The system is temporarily cancelled when the vehicle is accelerated by depressing the
accelerator pedal strongly, however, it resumes when the vehicle speed decreases to the
set speed or less.
The vehicle speed may exceed the set speed on a down slope.
Temporarily Cancelling the System
The system is temporarily cancelled (stand-by status) when any of the following operations
is done while the adjustable speed limiter is displayed.
 


 CANCEL switch is pressed



 Accelerator pedal is strongly depressed
Press the RESUME switch to resume the operation at the previous set speed. The adjustable
speed limiter display remains displayed.
NOTE
The set speed can be set by pressing the SET or SET switch while the system is in
stand-by status.
The adjustable speed limiter is not cancelled by depressing the brake pedal.
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Radar Sensor (Front) *
Your vehicle is equipped with a radar sensor (front).
The following systems also use the radar sensor (front).
 


 Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC)



 Distance Recognition Support System (DRSS)



 Smart Brake Support (SBS)
The radar sensor (front) functions by detecting the radio waves refl ected off a vehicle ahead
or an obstruction sent from the radar sensor.
The radar sensor (front) is mounted behind the front emblem.
Radar sensor (front)
If the Smart Brake Support/Smart City Brake Support (SBS/SCBS) Warning Light (amber)
is illuminated, the area around the radar sensor may be dirty. Refer to “Warning Guidance”
in the centre display (Type C/D audio).
Refer to If a Warning Light Turns On or Flashes on page 7-35 .
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Cruise Control
Cruise Control *
With cruise control, you can set and automatically maintain any speed of more than about
25 km/h (16 mph).
WARNING
Do not use the cruise control under the following conditions:
Using the cruise control under the following conditions is dangerous and could result
in loss of vehicle control.
 
 Hilly terrain 
 Steep inclines 
 Heavy or unsteady traffi c 
 Slippery or winding roads 
 Similar restrictions that require inconsistent speed
Cruise Control Switch
OFF switch ON switch Without Adjustable Speed Limiter With Adjustable Speed LimiterON/OFF switch
CANCEL switch RESUME switch
SET+/SET- switch
CANCEL switch
RESUME switch
SET+/SET- switch
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Cruise Main Indicator Light
(Amber)/Cruise Set Indicator
Light (Green)
The indicator light has two colours.
Cruise Main Indicator Light (Amber)
The indicator light illuminates amber
when the cruise control system is
activated.
Cruise Set Indicator Light (Green)
The indicator light illuminates green when
a cruising speed has been set.
Activation/Deactivation
With adjustable speed limiter
To activate the system, press the ON/OFF
switch. The cruise main indicator light
(amber) illuminates.
To deactivate the system, press the switch
again.
The cruise main indicator light (amber)
turns off.
Without adjustable speed limiter
To activate the system, press the ON
switch. The cruise main indicator light
(amber) illuminates.
To deactivate the system, press the OFF
switch.
The cruise main indicator light (amber)
turns off.
WARNING
Always turn off the cruise control
system when it is not in use:
Leaving the cruise control system in an
activation-ready state while the cruise
control is not in use is dangerous as
the cruise control could unexpectedly
activate if the activation button is
accidentally pressed, and result in loss
of vehicle control and an accident.
NOTE
When the ignition is switched OFF, the
system status before it was turned off is
maintained. For example, if the ignition
is switched OFF with the cruise control
system operable, the system will be
operable when the ignition is switched
ON the next time.
To Set Speed
1 . (With adjustable speed limiter)
Activate the cruise control system
by pressing the ON/OFF switch. The
cruise main indicator light (Amber)
illuminates.
(Without adjustable speed limiter)
Activate the cruise control system
by pressing the ON switch. The
cruise main indicator light (Amber)
illuminates.
2. Accelerate to the desired speed, which
must be more than 25 km/h (16 mph).
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