2016 MAZDA MODEL CX-9 sensor

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When Driving
Parking Sensor System
 


y The system may not operate normally under the following conditions: 



y Mud, ice, or snow is adhering to the sensor area (Returns to normal operation when
removed).
 


y The sensor area is frozen (Returns to normal operation when the ice is thawed).



y The sensor is covered by a hand.



y The sensor is excessively shocked.



y The vehicle is excessively tilted.



y Under extremely hot or cold weather conditions.



y The vehicle is driven on bumps, inclines, gravel, or grass covered roads.



y Anything 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.
 


y The vehicle is driven in heavy rain or in road conditions causing water-splash.



y A commercially-available fender pole or an antenna for a radio transmitter is installed
to the vehicle.
 


y The vehicle is moving towards a tall or square curbstone.



y An obstruction is too close to the sensor. 



y Obstructions 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.
 


y The following types of obstructions may not be detected: 



y Thin objects such as wire or rope



y Things which absorb sonic waves easily such as cotton or snow



y Angular shaped objects



y Very tall objects, and those which are wide at the top



y Small, short objects 



y Always 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.
 


y The 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.
 


y The system may have a malfunction if the beep sound which indicates a system
malfunction is heard and the indicator light À ashes. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.




y The 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.
 


y When installing a trailer hitch, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
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When Driving
Parking Sensor System
Sensor Detection Range
The sensors detect obstructions within the following range.


Rear sensor detection range Rear corner sensor detection rangeB AA: About 55 cm (About 21.6 in)
B: About 150 cm (About 59.0 in)
Park Assist Sensor System Operation
When the parking sensor switch is pressed with the ignition switched ON, the buzzer sounds
and the indicator light turns on.
When the ignition is switched ON with the parking sensor activated, the buzzer sounds and
the indicator light turns on.
Press the parking sensor switch again to stop operation.


Indicator light

Sensor detection condition
The system can be used when the ignition is switched ON and the park sensor switch has
been turned on.

Sensor Condition
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.

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When Driving
Parking Sensor System
Obstruction Detection Indication
The position of a sensor which has detected an obstruction is indicated. The gauge
illuminates in different areas depending on the distance to an obstruction detected by the
sensor.
As the vehicle approaches closer to an obstruction, the zone in the gauge closer to the
vehicle illuminates.


Right corner
sensor gauge Left corner
sensor gauge
Rear sensor gauge

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When Driving
Parking Sensor System
System problem noti¿ cation
If any of the problems indicated in the table occurs, the driver is noti¿ ed of the problem
depending on the type of system as shown.

Disconnection Solution
Disconnection

The system may have a malfunction. Have the
vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer as
soon as possible.
System
malfunction

The system may have a malfunction. Have the
vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer as
soon as possible.
Frost/soiling

Foreign matter may be on the sensor area
corresponding to the obstruction detection
indication shown. If the system does not recover,
have the vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.

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When Driving
Parking Sensor System
Parking Sensor Warning Beep
The beeper sounds as follows while the system is operating.

Rear Sensor
Distance detection area Distance between vehicle and obstruction Beeper sound *1
Farthest distance Approx. 150—60 cm (59.0—23.6 in)

Slow intermittent sound
Far distance Approx. 60—45 cm (23.6—17.7 in)

Medium intermittent sound
Middle distance Approx. 45—35 cm (17.7—13.7 in)

Fast intermittent sound
Close distance Within approx. 35 cm (13.7 in)

Continuous sound
*1 The rate at which the intermittent sound beeps increases as the vehicle approaches the obstruction.


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When Driving
Parking Sensor System
Rear Corner Sensor
Distance detection area Distance between vehicle and obstruction Beeper sound *1
Far distance Approx. 55—38 cm (21.6—14.9 in)

Medium intermittent sound
Middle distance Approx. 38—25 cm (14.9—9.8 in)

Fast intermittent sound
Close distance Within approx. 25 cm (9.8 in)

Continuous sound
*1 The rate at which the intermittent sound beeps increases as the vehicle approaches the obstruction.


N O T E
If an obstruction is detected in a zone for 6 seconds or more, the beep sound is stopped
(except for the close-distance zone). If the same obstruction is detected in another zone, the
corresponding beep sound is heard.

When Warning Indicator/Beep is Activated
The system noti¿ es the driver of an abnormality by activating the beep sound and the
indicator light.

Indicator/Beep How to check
The indicator light À ashes when
the parking sensor switch is
pressed. The system may have a malfunction. Have the vehicle inspected at an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
The beep sound is not heard. 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 ¿ ve times. Remove any foreign material from the sensor area. If the system does not
recover, have the vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

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Interior Features
Climate Control System
Windshield Defrosting and
Defogging
Press the windshield defroster switch.
In this position, the outside air position
is automatically selected, and the air
conditioner automatically turns on. The
air conditioner will directly dehumidify
the air to the front windshield and side
windows on page 5-4 .
AirÀ ow amount will be increased.
WARNING
Set the temperature control to the hot
or warm position when defogging
(
position):
Using the
position with the
temperature control set to the cold
position is dangerous as it will cause
the outside of the windshield to fog up.
Your vision will be hampered, which
could lead to a serious accident.

N O T E
Use the temperature control dial to
increase the air À ow temperature and
defog the windshield more quickly.

Sunlight/Interior Temperature
Sensor
Sunlight sensor
Do not place objects on the sunlight
sensor. Otherwise, the interior temperature
may not adjust correctly.

Sunlight sensor

Interior temperature sensor
Do not cover the interior temperature
sensor. Otherwise, the interior temperature
may not adjust correctly.

Interior temperature sensor

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Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
Wiper Blades
CAUTION
 


¾ Hot waxes applied by automatic car
washers have been known to aff ect the
wiper's ability to clean windows.
 


¾ To prevent damage to the wiper blades,
do not use gasoline, kerosene, paint
thinner, or other solvents on or near
them.
 


¾ When the wiper lever is in the AUTO
position and the ignition is switched ON,
the wipers may move automatically in
the following cases:
 


¾ If the windshield above the rain
sensor is touched.
 


¾ If the windshield above the rain
sensor is wiped with a cloth.
 


¾ If the windshield is struck with a hand
or other object.
 


¾ If the rain sensor is struck with a hand
or other object from inside the vehicle.
  Be careful not to pinch hands or fi ngers
as it may cause injury, or damage the
wipers. When washing or servicing the
vehicle, make sure the wiper lever is in
the OFF position.

Contamination of either the windshield or
the blades with foreign matter can reduce
wiper effectiveness. Common sources are
insects, tree sap, and hot wax treatments
used by some commercial car washes.

If the blades are not wiping properly,
clean the window and blades with a good
cleaner or mild detergent; then rinse
thoroughly with clean water. Repeat if
necessary.
Replacing Windshield Wiper
Blades
When the wipers no longer clean well, the
blades are probably worn or cracked.
Replace them.
CAUTION
 
¾ To prevent damage to the wiper arms
and other components, do not try to
sweep the wiper arm by hand.
 ¾ Do not bend the blade rubber
unnecessarily when replacing it.
Otherwise, the metal stiff ener in the
blade may deform and the windshield
wiper operation may be adversely
aff e c t e d .

N O T E
When raising both windshield wiper arms,
raise the driver's side wiper arm ¿ rst.
When lowering the wiper arms, slowly
lower the wiper arm from the passenger's
side ¿ rst while supporting it with your
hand. Forcefully lowering the wiper arms
could damage the wiper arm and blade,
and may scratch or crack the windshield.

1. Raise the wiper arm.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the windshield
let the wiper arm down easily, do not
let it slap down on the windshield.

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