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How to Set the Speed
1. Adjust the vehicle speed to the desired
setting using the accelerator pedal.
2. Headway control begins when the
SET or SET switch is pressed. The
set speed and the inter-vehicle distance
display filled with white lines are
displayed. The Mazda Radar Cruise
Control (MRCC) indicator light (green)
is indicated simultaneously.
Travel status Display
During travel at constant
speed
During travel under headway control
NOTE
 If a vehicle ahead is detected while
traveling at a constant speed, the
vehicle-ahead indication is displayed
and headway control is performed.
Additionally, when a vehicle ahead is
no longer detected, the vehicle-ahead
indication turns off and the system
switches back to travel at constant
speed.
 Headway contr ol is not possible if
the vehicle ahead is driving faster
than the set speed. Adjust the system
to the desired vehicle speed using the
accelerator pedal.
How to Set the Distance Between
Vehicles During Headway Control
The distance between vehicles is set to a
shorter distance each time the
switch is
pressed. The distance between vehicles is
set to a longer distance by pressing the

switch. The distance-between-vehicles can
be set to 4 levels; Long, medium, short,
and extremely short distance.
Distance-between- vehicles guideline
(at 80 km/h (50 mph) vehicle speed) Indication on display
Long (about 50 m (164
ft))
Medium (about 40 m (131 ft))
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To Deactivate
The Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC)
is canceled when the OFF switch is
pressed.
When the system is temporarily
canceled
In the following cases, the Mazda Radar
Cruise Control (MRCC) system is
temporarily canceled and the “MRCC
Cancelled” indication is displayed in
the display in the instrument cluster.
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 ”MRCC
Cancelled” indication is displayed and
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. When traveling 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.
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CAUTION
 When driving off-road in areas where there is grass or forage, it is recommended that the
Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) system be turned off. Always use tires for all wheels that are of the specified size, and the same manufacturer,
brand, and tread pattern. In addition, do not use tires with significantly different wear
patterns on the same vehicle as the Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) system may not
operate normally.
 The laser sensor (front) includes a function for detecting a soiled windshield and informing
the driver, however, depending on the conditions, it may not detect plastic shopping bags,
ice or snow on the windshield. In such cases, the system cannot accurately determine a
vehicle ahead and may not be able to operate normally. Always drive carefully and pay
attention to the road ahead.
NOTE
 The Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) system will not operate if the dri\
ver is deliberately
performing driving operations (accelerator pedal and steering wheel). The Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) system will operate under the foll\
owing conditions.
 The engine is running. The Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) warning light (amber) does not i\
lluminate. The vehicle speed is between about 4 to 30 km/h (2 to 18 mph). The Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) system is not turned off. The DSC operation is not turned off using the DSC OFF switch. The DSC is not malfunctioning.
 The Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) detects a vehicle ahead by emittin\
g a near-infrared
laser beam and receiving the beam reflected off the reflector of the vehicle ahead, and
then using it for the measurement. Consequently, the Smart City Brake Support (SCBS)
may not operate under the following conditions:
 Reflection of the laser is poor due to the shape of the vehicle ahead. The vehicle ahead is significantly dirty. Under bad weather condition, such as rain, fog and snow . The window washer is being used or the windshield wipers ar e not used when it's
raining. The windshield is dirty. The steering wheel is turned completely left or right, or the vehicle is\
accelerated
rapidly and comes close to the vehicle ahead. Trucks with low loading platforms and vehicles with an extremely low or high profile. Vehicles with certain shapes such as a vehicle carrier.
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*Some models.
 Under the following conditions, the Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) sy\
stem may not
operate normally.
 Heavy luggage is loaded in the luggage compartment or on the rear seat. If there is the possibility of partial contact with a vehicle ahead. When driving on continuously curving roads, and entering and exiting exits. Elongated luggage or cargo is loaded onto installed roof rails and covers the laser
sensor (front). Exhaust gas from the vehicle in front, sand, snow, and water vapor rising from
manholes and grating, and water splashed into the air. When towing a malfunctioning vehicle.
 In the following cases, the laser sensor (fr ont) may inadvertently determine that there is a
vehicle ahead and the Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) system may opera\
te.
 Objects on the road at the entrance to a curve. Vehicles passing in the opposite lane while making a curve. Metal objects, bumps, or pr otruding objects on the road. When passing through a toll gate. When passing under a vinyl curtain or flag. Plastic objects such as pylons. Two-wheeled vehicles, pedestrians, animals or standing trees. Vehicle is driven with some of the tires having significant wear.
 When the system operates, the user is notified by the flashing Sm art City Brake Support
(SCBS) indicator light (red) and the active driving display*. The Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) warning light (amber) turns on w\
hen the system
has a malfunction.
Refer to Warning Lights on page 4-21.
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Smart City Brake Support (SCBS)
Indicator Light (Red)
If the Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) is
operating, the indicator light (red) flashes.
Stopping the Smart City Brake
Support (SCBS) System Operation
The Smart City Brake Support (SCBS)
system can be temporarily deactivated.
Refer to Personalization Features on page
9-12.
When the Smart City Brake Support
(SCBS) system is turned off, the Smart
City Brake Support (SCBS) OFF indicator
light turns on.
When the engine is restarted, the system
becomes operational.
NOTE
When the DSC OFF switch is pressed to
stop the DSC operation, the Smart City
Brake Support (SCBS) system operation
also stops and the Smart City Brake
Support (SCBS) OFF indicator light turns
on.
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CAUTION
Heed the following cautions to assure the correct operation of the Forward Sensing
Camera (FSC).
 Do not remove the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) cover. Do not place objects on the dashboard which reflect light. Do not apply accessories, stickers or film to the windshield nea r the Forward
Sensing Camera (FSC). If there are objects in front of the Forward Sensing Camera
(FSC) lens, even a transparent sticker, they will cause the system to not operate
correctly.
 Always keep the windshield glass around the camera clean by removing dirt or
fogging. Use the windshield defroster to remove fogging on the windshield. When cleaning the windshield, do not allow glass cleaners or similar cle\
aning
agent to get on the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) lens. In addition, do not touch
the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) lens.
 Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer regarding cleaning the interior side of the
windshield around the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC). Be careful not to scratch the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) lens or allow it to get
dirty. Also, do no take the camera apart. Otherwise, it could result in damage or
malfunction.
 Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer before performing repairs around the
Forward Sensing Camera (FSC). The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) is installed to the windshield. Consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer for windshield repair and replacement. When performing r epairs around the rearview mirror, consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer regarding cleaning of the Forward Sensing
Camera (FSC) lens. Do not hit or apply str ong force to the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) or the area
around it. If strong force is applied, stop using the Lane Departure Warning System
(LDWS) and the High Beam Control System (HBC), and consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
 The direction in which the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) is pointed has been
finely adjusted. Do not change the installation position of the Forward Sensing
Camera (FSC) or remove it. Otherwise, it could result in damage or malfunction.
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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) Forward Obstruction Warning (FOW)
The radar sensor (front) functions by detecting the radio waves reflected off a vehicle ahead
or an obstruction sent from the radar sensor (front).
The radar sensor (front) is mounted behind the front emblem.
Radar sensor (front)
If the Forward Obstruction Warning (FOW) warning light (amber) is illuminated, the area
around the radar sensor (front) may be dirty. Refer to “Warning Guidance” in the center
display (Type B audio).
Refer to If a Warning Light Turns On or Flashes on page 7-24.
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NOTE
 In the following cases, the radar sensor (front) may not be able to detect vehicles ahead
or obstructions.
 The rear surface of a vehicle ahead does not reflect radio waves effectively, such as
an unloaded trailer or an automobile with a loading platform covered by a soft top,
vehicles with a hard plastic tailgate, and round-shaped vehicles.
 Vehicles ahead with low vehicle height and thus less area for reflecting radio waves. Visibility is reduced due to a vehicle ahead casting off water, snow, or sand from its
tires and onto your windshield. The trunk/luggage compartment is loaded with heavy objects or the r ear passenger
seats are occupied. Ice, snow, or soiling is on the front surface of the front emblem. During inclement weather such as rain, snow, or sand storms. When driving near facilities or objects emitting str ong radio waves.
 In the following cases, the radar sensor (front) may detect vehicles in the opposite lane or
surrounding obstructions, or it may not be able to detect vehicles ahead or \
obstructions.
 The beginning and end of a curve. Roads with continuous curves. Narrow lane roads due to road construction or lane closures. The vehicle ahead enters the radar sensor's blind spot. The vehicle ahead is running abnormally due to accident or vehicle damag\
e.  Roads with repeated up and down slopes Driving on poor r oads or unpaved roads. The distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead is extr emely short. A vehicle suddenly comes close such as by cutting into the lane.
 To prevent incorrect operation of the system, use tires of the same specified size,
manufacturer, brand, and tread pattern on all four wheels. In addition, do not use tires
with significantly different wear patterns or tire pressures on the same vehicle. (Including
the temporary spare tire)
 If the battery power is weak, the system may not operate correctly. When driving on roads with little traffic and few vehicles ahead or obstructions for the
radar sensor (front) to detect, Forward Obstruction Warning/Smart City Brake Support
(FOW/SCBS) warning light (amber) temporarily illuminates, however, this does not
indicate a problem.
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