2017 MAZDA MODEL 2 wheel

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Drive Selection
*Some models.
Drive Selection *
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. Use the sport mode
when higher vehicle response is required such as merging onto expressway or accelerating
to overtake.
CAUTION
Do not use the sport mode when driving on slippery roads such as wet or snow-covered
roads. It may cause tyre slipping.
NOTE
  When 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.
  Drive mode cannot be switched in the following conditions: 



 ABS/TCS/DSC is operating



 Steering wheel is being operated abruptly

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Power Steering
Power Steering
 












 Power 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 expert repairer,
we recommend an Authorised Mazda
Repairer.
 


 The warning light noti¿ es the driver
of system abnormalities and operation
conditions.
  In addition, the buzzer may also activate
depending on the system abnormality or
operation condition.
  Refer to Warning Lights on page
4-38 .
  Refer to Power Steering Warning Buzzer
on page 7-53 .

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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i-ACTIVSENSE
*Some models.
Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) *
The LDWS system noti¿ es the driver that the vehicle may be deviating from its lane.
The system detects the white or yellow lines on the traf¿ c lane using the Forward Sensing
Camera (FSC) and if it determines that the vehicle may be deviating from its lane, it noti¿ es
the driver using the active driving display (vehicles with active driving display), and by
À ashing the LDWS warning light and activating the LDWS warning beep.
Use the LDWS when you drive the vehicle on roads with white or yellow lines.
Refer to Forward Sensing Camera on page 4-170 .


Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)

The warning light illuminates when the system has a malfunction.
Refer to Warning Lights on page 4-38 .
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.
 
 Driving on roads with tight curves. 
 Driving 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 manoeuvres. Always pay attention to the direction in which the vehicle is
travelling and the vehicle’s surroundings.

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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.
NOTE
  If your vehicle deviates from its traf¿ c lane, the LDWS operates (warning sound and
indicator light). Steer the vehicle adequately to drive the vehicle to the centre of the
lane.
  When the direction indicator lever is operated for a lane change, the LDWS warning
is automatically cancelled. The LDWS warning becomes operable when the direction
indicator lever is returned and the system detects the white or yellow lines.
  If 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 cancelled.
  The 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.
  The LDWS does not operate if it does not detect the white or yellow lines of the traf¿ c
lane.

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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 cancelled
automatically. The LDWS is enabled
automatically after the driver performs the
operation.
 


 The steering wheel is operated abruptly.



 The brake pedal is depressed abruptly.



 The accelerator pedal is depressed
abruptly.
 


 The direction indicator lever is operated
(after the direction indicator 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 direction indicator lever left
operating, the LDWS warning may
operate if the vehicle is close to a white
or yellow line.
Cancelling The System
Press the LDWS OFF switch to cancel the
LDWS. The LDWS OFF indicator light
turns on.


LDWS Warning
If the system determines that there is the
possibility of a lane departure, the LDWS
warning beep activates and the LDWS
warning light À ashes. Operate the steering
wheel appropriately and steer the vehicle
to the centre of the lane.
For vehicles equipped with the active
driving display, if there is the possibility of
a lane departure, the system indicates the
direction it determines that the vehicle is
deviating in the active driving display.
Indication on display

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i-ACTIVSENSE
*Some models.
Distance Recognition Support System (DRSS) *
The Distance Recognition Support System (DRSS) measures the distance between your
vehicle and a vehicle ahead using a radar sensor (front) while the vehicle speed is about
30 km/h (19 mph) or faster, and if your vehicle approaches a vehicle ahead more closely
than what is appropriate for maintaining distance between the vehicles according to the
vehicle speed, a noti¿ cation in the active driving display is indicated to advise you to keep a
safe distance from the vehicle ahead.
WARNING
Do not rely completely on the Distance Recognition Support System (DRSS) and always
drive carefully:
The Distance Recognition Support System (DRSS) provides advice for safer driving and
noti¿ es the driver of a recommended, safer distance to maintain with a vehicle ahead.
The ability to detect a vehicle ahead is limited depending on the type of vehicle ahead,
the weather conditions, and the traf¿ c conditions. Therefore, if the accelerator and
brake pedals are not operated correctly it could lead to an accident. Always verify the
safety of the surrounding area and depress the brake pedal or accelerator pedal while
keeping a safer distance from vehicles ahead or on-coming vehicles.
NOTE
  The Distance Recognition Support System (DRSS) operates when all of the following
conditions are met:
 


 The ignition is switched ON.



 The Distance Recognition Support System (DRSS) is on.



 The selector lever is in a position other than reverse (R).



 The vehicle speed is 30 km/h or faster (19 mph or faster).


 The objects which activate the system are 4-wheeled vehicles. 
 The Distance Recognition Support System (DRSS) may also operate in the presence of
motorcycles and bicycles.
  The Distance Recognition Support System (DRSS) system may not operate normally
under the following conditions:
 


 The Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) has a malfunction.



 The vehicle ahead is travelling at an extremely slow speed. 

 The system does not operate with the following objects: 



 Vehicles approaching in the opposite direction.



 Stationary objects (stopped vehicles, obstructions)

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i-ACTIVSENSE
*Some models.
Driver Attention Alert (DAA) *
The Driver Attention Alert (DAA) is a system which detects driver fatigue and decreased
attentiveness, and encourages the driver to take a rest.
When the vehicle is driven inside traf¿ c lane lines at about 65 to 140 km/h (41 to 86 mph),
the Driver Attention Alert (DAA) estimates the amount of accumulated fatigue and
decreased attentiveness of the driver based on the information from the Forward Sensing
Camera (FSC) and other vehicle information, and encourages the driver to take a rest using
an indication on the active driving display and a warning sound.
Use the Driver Attention Alert (DAA) on expressways or highways.
Refer to Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) on page 4-170 .


WARNING
Do not rely completely on Driver Attention Alert (DAA) and always drive carefully:
The Driver Attention Alert (DAA) detects driver fatigue and decreased attentiveness and
encourages the driver to take a rest, however, it is not designed to prevent the vehicle
from straying. If you rely too much on the Driver Attention Alert (DAA) it could lead to
an accident. Drive carefully and operate the steering wheel appropriately.
In addition, the system may not be able to detect driver fatigue and decreased
attentiveness correctly depending on the traf¿ c and driving conditions. The driver must
take suf¿ cient rest in consideration of safer driving.

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NOTE
  The Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) system operates when all of the following
conditions are met.
 


 The vehicle speed is as follows: 



 (European models) 
 About 30 km/h (19 mph) to 200 km/h (124 mph)



 (Except European models)

 About 30 km/h (19 mph) to 145 km/h (90 mph) 



 The Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) system is turned on.



 The parking brake is not applied.



 The Smart Brake Support (SBS) is not malfunctioning.



 The Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) is operating normally.



 All doors are closed.



 The driver's seat belt is fastened. 
 (Manual transaxle) 



 The shift lever is in a position other than reverse (R) or neutral (N).



 The clutch pedal is not depressed. 
 (Automatic transaxle) 



 The selector lever is in the drive (D) position or manual (M) position (manual
mode).
 
 In the following cases, the warnings may not activate even if your vehicle starts
closing in on the vehicle ahead.
 


 You are driving at the same speed as the vehicle ahead.



 Directly after the Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) system has been set.



 When the accelerator pedal is depressed or directly after the accelerator pedal is
released.
 


 Another vehicle cuts into the driving lane. 

 The following are not detected as physical objects. 



 Vehicles approaching in the opposite direction



 Pedestrians



 Stationary objects (stopped vehicles, obstructions) 

 If a vehicle ahead is travelling at an extremely low speed, the system may not detect it
correctly.
  During headway control travel, do not set the system on two-wheeled vehicles such as
motorcycles and bicycles.
  Do not use the Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) system under conditions in
which the close proximity warnings are frequently activated.