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*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 veh\
icle 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 accord\
ing to the vehicle
speed, a notification 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
notifies 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 traffic 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 th\
e 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 traveling 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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Indication on Display
The Distance Recognition Support System (DRSS) operation status is indicated in the active
driving display or multi-information display. Regarding malfunctions, check the vehicle
conditions or have it inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer according to the content of
the displayed message.
Refer to Warning/Indicator Lights on page 4-32.
NOTE
 When 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 Dis\
tance Recognition
Support System (DRSS) operable, the system will be operable when the i\
gnition is
switched ON the next time.
 The Distance Recognition Support System (DRSS) can be turned on/off an\
d the system's
sensitivity can be changed.
Refer to Personalization Features on page 9-10.
Vehicle ahead
display V ehicle ahead
display
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Distance-between-vehicles guidelines*1
Indication on displayDistance between
vehicles guidelines
(During travel at about 40 km/h (25 mph) Distance between
vehicles guidelines
(During travel at about 80 km/h (50 mph)
Multi-information display
Active driving display
—About 25 m (82 ft) About 50 m (164 ft)
—About 20 m (66 ft) About 40 m (131 ft)
—About 15 m (49 ft) About 30 m (98 ft)
—About 10 m (33 ft) About 20 m (66 ft)
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Indication on displayDistance between
vehicles guidelines
(During travel at about 40 km/h (25 mph) Distance between
vehicles guidelines
(During travel at about 80 km/h (50 mph)
Multi-information display
Active driving display
Flashes in white*2
Illuminated in
amberAbout 10 m (32 ft) or
lessAbout 20 m (65 ft) or
less
*1 The distance between vehicles differs depending on vehicle speed.
*2 Indication when the distance setting for notifying the driver that the vehicle approaches a vehicle ahead is Near.
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*Some models.
Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC)*
The Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) system is designed to maintain headway control*1
according to the vehicle speed using a radar sensor (front) to detect \
the distance to a vehicle
ahead, and by presetting the vehicle speed between 30 km/h (19 mph) an\
d 145 km/h (90
mph), the driver is freed from having to constantly use the accelerator\
or brake pedals.
*1 Headway Control: Control of the distance between your vehicle and the ve\
hicle ahead
detected by the Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) system.
Additionally, if your vehicle starts closing in on the vehicle ahead because, for ex\
ample, the
vehicle ahead brakes suddenly, a warning sound and a warning indication in the display are
activated simultaneously to alert you to maintain a sufficient distance between the vehicles.
Use the Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) system on expressways and other highways
which do not require a lot of repeated acceleration and deceleration.
WARNING
Do not rely completely on the Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) system and always
drive carefully:
The Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) system is designed to reduce load on the driver,
and although it maintains a constant vehicle speed, or specifically, it maintains a constant
distance between your vehicle and the detected vehicle ahead according to the vehicle
speed, the system has detection limitations depending on the type of vehicle ahead and its
conditions, the weather conditions, and the road conditions. Additionally, the system may
be unable to decelerate sufficiently to avoid hitting the vehicle ahead if the vehicle ahead
applies the brakes suddenly or another vehicle cuts into the driving lane, which could result in
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.
Do not use the Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) system in the following locations.
Otherwise, it could lead to an accident:
 Roads with sharp curves and where vehicle traffic is heavy and there is insufficient
space between vehicles. Roads where frequent and repetitive acceleration and
deceleration occur (Driving under these conditions using the Mazda Radar Cruise
Control (MRCC) system is not possible).
 When entering and exiting interchanges, service areas, and parking areas of highways
(If you exit a highway while headway control is in use, the vehicle ahead will no longer
be tracked and your vehicle may accelerate to the set speed).
 Slippery roads such as ice or snow-bound roads (The tires could spin causing you to
lose vehicle control).
 Long descending slopes (to maintain distance between vehicles, the system automatically
and continuously applies the brakes which could result in the loss of brake power).
For the purposes of safety, switch the Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) system off
when it is not being used.
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 While the Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) system is in use, it does not cancel
even if the selector lever is operated and any intended engine braking w\
ill not occur. If
deceleration is required, lower the vehicle speed setting or depress the brake pedal.
 The brake lights are illuminated while the Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC)
automatic braking is operating.
 If there is a problem with the Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) system, a message is
displayed in the multi-information display. Check the center display to verify the problem
and then have your vehicle inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Refer to Message Indicated on Display on page 7-33.
 The headway control operation can be canceled and the system can be switched to only
cruise control. Refer to Cruise Control Function on page 4-123.
Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) Display Indication
The setting status and operation conditions of the Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC)
system are indicated in the multi-information display and the active dri\
ving display.
MRCC Distance
between v ehicle
display
MRCC Set v ehicle speed
V
ehicle ahead display
MRCC Set
vehicle speed
MRCC Distance
between v ehicle
displayV ehicle ahead display
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Close Proximity Warning
If your vehicle rapidly closes in on the vehicle ahead because the vehic\
le applies the brakes
suddenly while you are traveling in headway control, the warning sound a\
ctivates and
the brake warning is indicated in the display. Always verify the safety of the surrounding
area and depress the brake pedal while keeping a safer distance from the\
vehicle ahead.
Additionally, always keep a safer distance from the vehicles behind you.
Multi-information Display
Active Driving Displa
y
Setting the System
CANCEL switchRES switch
OFF switch
switch switchMODE switch
SET
- switch
SET+ switch
When the MODE switch is pressed, the Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) main
indication (white) turns on and the vehicle speed and the distance bet\
ween vehicles while in
headway control can be set.
NOTE

When the ignition is switched to ACC or OFF while the Mazda Radar Cruise Control
(MRCC) is ON, the Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) remains ON automatically.
 When the MODE switch is pressed while the Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC)
system is turned on, the system switches to the cruise control function.
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How to Set the Speed
1. Adjust the vehicle speed to the desired setting using the accelerator pe\
dal.
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) set indication (green) is indicated simultaneously.
Travel status Multi-information display Active driving 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 control is not possible if the vehicle ahead is driving faster than the set s\
peed.
Adjust the system to the desired vehicle speed using the accelerator pedal.
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