2016 MAZDA MODEL CX-5 steering

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Drive Selection (Automatic Transaxle)
Drive selection is a system to switch the vehicle's drive mode. When the sport mode is
selected, vehicle's response against accelerator operation is enhanced. This provides
additional quick acceleration which may be needed to safely make maneuvers such as lane
changes, merging onto freeways, or passing other vehicles.
CAUTION
Do not use the sport mode when driving on slippery roads such as wet or snow-
covered roads. It may cause tire slipping.
NOTE
lWhen the sport mode is selected, driving at higher engine speeds increases and it may increase
fuel consumption. Mazda recommends to cancel the sport mode on normal driving.
lDrive mode cannot be switched in the following conditions:lABS/TCS/DSC is operatinglThe Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) system/cruise control is operating.lSteering wheel is being operated abruptly
qDrive Selection Switch
Press the drive selection switch to the
side (forward) to select the sport
mode.
Pull the drive selection switch to the
side (backward) to cancel the sport mode.
NOTElWhen the ignition is switched off, the sport
mode is canceled.
lDepending on the driving conditions when
sport mode is selected, the vehicle may
perform shift-down or slightly accelerate.
qSelect Mode Indication
When the sport mode is selected, the
select mode indication turns on in the
instrument cluster.
NOTE
If the mode cannot be switched to drive mode,
the select mode indication flashes to notify the
driver.
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Power Steering
lPower steering is only operable when
the engine is running. If the engine is
off or if the power steering system is
inoperable, you can still steer, but it
requires more physical effort.
If the steering feels stiffer than usual
during normal driving or the steering
vibrates, consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
lFor vehicles with the type A instrument
cluster, check the vehicle condition or
have the vehicle inspected at an
Authorized Mazda Dealer according to
the indication.
lA system malfunction or operation
conditions are indicated by a warning.
In addition, the buzzer may also
activate depending on the system
abnormality or operation condition.
Refer to Warning/Indicator Lights on
page 4-20.
Refer to Warning Sound is Activated
on page 7-34.
CAUTION
Never hold the steering wheel to the
extreme left or right for more than 5
seconds with the engine running.
This could damage the power
steering system.
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Adaptive Front Lighting
System (AFS)
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The adaptive front lighting system (AFS)
automatically adjusts the headlight beams
to the left or right in conjunction with the
operation of the steering wheel after the
headlights have been turned on and the
vehicle speed is about 2 km/h (2 mph) or
higher.
A system malfunction or operation
conditions are indicated by a warning.
Refer to Warning/Indicator Lights on page
4-20.
NOTE
The Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS)
function can be switched to operable/
inoperable using the personalization function.
Refer to Personalization Features on page
9-10.
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WARNING
Do not use the LDWS under the following conditions:
The system may not operate adequately according to the actual driving conditions,
resulting in an accident.
ØDriving on roads with tight curves.
ØDriving under bad weather conditions (rain, fog, and snow).
The functions of the LDWS have limitations:
Always stay on course using the steering wheel and drive with care. The system is
not designed to compensate for a driver's lack of caution and if you rely too much on
the LDWS it could lead to an accident. The driver is responsible for assuring lane
changes and other maneuvers. Always pay attention to the direction in which the
vehicle is traveling and the vehicle's surroundings.
CAUTION
Do not modify the suspension. If the vehicle height or the damping force of the
suspensions is changed, the LDWS may not operate correctly.
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NOTElIf your vehicle deviates from its traffic lane, the LDWS operates (warning sound and indicator
light). Steer the vehicle adequately to drive the vehicle to the center of the lane.
lWhen the turn signal lever is operated for a lane change, the LDWS warning is automatically
canceled. The LDWS warning becomes operable when the turn signal lever is returned and the
system detects the white or yellow lines.
lIf the steering wheel, accelerator pedal, or brake pedal is operated abruptly and the vehicle moves
close to a white or yellow line, the system determines that the driver is making a lane change and
the LDWS warning is automatically canceled.
lThe LDWS may not operate during the period immediately after the vehicle has deviated from its
lane and the LDWS has operated, or the vehicle deviates from its lane repeatedly within a short
period of time.
lThe LDWS does not operate if it does not detect the white or yellow lines of the traffic lane.lUnder the following conditions, the LDWS may not be able to detect white or yellow lines
correctly and the LDWS may not operate correctly.
lIf an object placed on the dashboard is reflected in the windshield and picked up by the
camera.
lHeavy luggage is loaded in the luggage compartment or on the rear seat and the vehicle is
inclined.
lThe tire pressures are not adjusted to the specified pressure.lWhen the vehicle is driven on the entry and exit to or from the rest area or tollgate of a
highway.
lThe white or yellow lines are less visible because of dirt or paint flaking.lThe vehicle ahead is running near a white or yellow line and the line is less visible.lA white or yellow line is less visible because of bad weather (rain, fog, or snow).lA misleading line is picked up on the road such as a temporary line for construction, or
because of shade, lingering snow, or grooves filled with water.
lThe surrounding brightness suddenly changes such as when entering or exiting a tunnel.lThe illumination of the headlights is weakened because of dirt or the optical axis is deviated.lThe windshield is dirty or foggy.lBack-light is reflecting from the road surface.lThe road surface is wet and shiny after rain, or there are puddles on the road.lThe shade of a guardrail parallel to a white or yellow line is on the road.lThe width of a lane is excessively narrow or wide.lThe road is excessively uneven.lThe vehicle is shaken after hitting a road bump.lThere are two or more adjacent white or yellow lines.lThere are various road markings or lane markings of various shapes near an intersection.
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NOTElThe LDWS does not operate until the
system detects a white or yellow line on
either the left or right.
lWhen the system detects a white or yellow
line on one side only, the system will
activate the warning only when the vehicle
deviates on the side where the white or
yellow line is being detected.
lThe distance and warning sensitivity
(likelihood of a warning) which the system
uses to determine the possibility of a lane
departure can be changed.
Refer to Personalization Features on page
9-10.
Auto cancel
In the following cases, the LDWS cancels
automatically.
lThe temperature inside the camera is
high or low.
lThe windshield around the camera is
foggy.
lThe windshield around the camera is
blocked by an obstruction, causing
poor forward visibility.
When the LDWS cancels automatically,
the instrument cluster displays as follows.
Vehicle with type A instrument cluster
The lane indication (border line) is
indicated in the display.
The LDWS is enabled automatically when
operation conditions are met, and the lane
indication is indicated in the display.
Vehicle with type B instrument cluster
The LDWS warning light in the
instrument cluster turns on.
The LDWS warning light turns off when
the LDWS is operable.
Auto cancel warning
When the following operations are
performed, the LDWS determines that the
driver intends to make a lane change and
the LDWS warning is canceled
automatically. The LDWS is enabled
automatically after the driver performs the
operation.
lThe steering wheel is operated
abruptly.
lThe brake pedal is depressed abruptly.lThe accelerator pedal is depressed
abruptly.
lThe turn signal lever is operated (after
the turn signal lever is returned, the
LDWS may not operate for about 3
seconds which is the period of time
required to make a lane correction).
NOTE
After about 60 seconds have elapsed with the
turn signal lever left operating, the LDWS
warning may operate if the vehicle is close to a
white or yellow line.
qCanceling the System
Press the LDWS switch to cancel the
LDWS. The LDWS OFF indication/
indicator light turns on.
The lane indication displayed in the type
A instrument cluster turns off.
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qLDWS Warning
If the system determines that there is the
possibility of a lane departure, the LDWS
warning beep activates and the LDWS
warning light flashes. (vehicle with type B
instrument cluster)
Vehicles with type A instrument cluster, if
there is the possibility of a lane departure,
the system indicates the direction it
determines that the vehicle is deviating in
the multi-information display.
Operate the steering wheel appropriately
and steer the vehicle to the center of the
lane.
Indication on display
NOTElIf the LDWS warning sound is set to
rumble, the sound will be heard from the
vehicle speaker on the side which the
system determined the vehicle may be
deviating from its lane.
lIt may be difficult to hear the LDWS
warning beep depending on the
surrounding conditions such as outside
noise.
lThe type of warning sound and the volume
can be changed.
Refer to Personalization Features on page
9-10.
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qIndication on Display
The Distance Recognition Support System (DRSS) operation status is displayed in the
multi-information display in the instrument cluster.
Problems are indicated in the center display (Type B audio). If there is a problem, take
appropriate action according to the displayed message.
Refer to Warning/Indicator Lights on page 4-20.
NOTE
lWhen the ignition is switched off, the operation status before the system was turned off is
maintained. For example, if the ignition is switched off with the Distance Recognition Support
System (DRSS) operable, the system will be operable when the ignition is switched ON the next
time.
lThe Distance Recognition Support System (DRSS) can be turned on/off and the system's sensitivity
can be changed using the INFO button on the steering switch.
Refer to Personalization Features on page 9-10.
Vehicle ahead
display
Distance between
vehicle display
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