2017 MAZDA MODEL CX-3 cruise control

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*Some models.
Adjustable Speed Limiter *
The adjustable speed limiter is a function to prevent the vehicle from being driven at a
vehicle speed faster than a set speed. The vehicle speed is controlled to kept it below the set
speed even if the accelerator pedal is depressed.
The adjustable speed limiter can be set between 30 km/h (20 mph) and 200 km/h (125 mph).
The vehicle speed may exceed the set speed when the vehicle is driven on a down slope,
however, the system noti¿ es the driver by À ashing the display and operating a warning
sound.
WARNING
Always turn off the system when changing drivers:
If the driver is changed and the new driver is unaware of the adjustable speed limiter
function, the vehicle may not accelerate when the driver depresses the accelerator
pedal, leading to an accident.
The system consists of the adjustable speed limiter display and the speed limiter switch on
the steering wheel.


Cruise control systemMazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) Active Driving Display Display in the instrument cluster
MODE switch
RES/+ switch
SET- switch
OFF/CAN switchCANCEL switch RES switch
OFF switch MODE
switch
SET- switch SET+ switch

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Adjustable Speed Limiter Display
The setting status of the adjustable speed limiter is displayed in the active driving display
(Type A instrument cluster *1 ) or the display in the instrument cluster (Type B instrument
cluster *1 ).
*1 To determine which instrument cluster is equipped on your Mazda, Refer to Meters and
Gauges on page 4-24 .

Stand-by display
Displays when the speed limiter switch is operated and the system is turned on.
Turns off when the system is turned off.


Active Driving Display Display in the instrument cluster

Setting display
With cruise control
Displays when the SET
switch is operated and the speed is set.
With Mazda Rader Cruise Control (MRCC)
Displays when the SET
or SET switch is operated and the speed is set.


Active Driving Display Display in the instrument cluster

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Speed Limiter Warning Beep
Indicated in instrument cluster
If the vehicle speed exceeds the set speed by about 3 km/h (2 mph) or more, a warning
sound operates continuously and the adjustable speed limiter display À ashes at the same
time. The warning sound operates and the display À ashes until the vehicle speed decreases
to the set speed or less.
Indicated in active driving display
If the vehicle speed exceeds the set speed by about 3 km/h (2 mph) or more, a warning
sound is activated continuously and the adjustable speed limiter display À ashes at the same
time. The indication stops À ashing and remains on if the vehicle speed continues to exceed
the set speed by about 3 km/h (2 mph) or more, and the indication and warning sound
remain on until the vehicle is driven at the set speed or less.
Verify the safety of the surrounding area and adjust the vehicle speed by applying the
brakes. Additionally, keep a safer distance from the vehicles behind you.


Active Driving Display Display in the instrument cluster

CAUTION
(With cruise control)
If the set speed is set lower than the current vehicle speed by pressing the SET
or RES /
switch, the warning beep is not activated for about 30 seconds even if the vehicle speed is
faster than the newly set speed by 3 km/h (2 mph). Be careful not to drive over the set
speed.
(With Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC))
If the set speed is set lower than the current vehicle speed by pressing the SET
or RES
switch, the warning beep is not activated for about 30 seconds even if the vehicle speed is
faster than the newly set speed by 3 km/h (2 mph). Be careful not to drive over the set
speed.

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NOTE
When the system is temporarily cancelled by depressing the accelerator pedal fully, the
adjustable speed limiter display shows the cancel display. If the vehicle speed exceeds the
set speed by about 3 km/h (2 mph) or more while the cancel display is displayed, the set
speed display À ashes but the warning sound is not operated.
Activation/Deactivation
NOTE
When the ignition is switched off, the system status before it was turned off is maintained.
For example, if the ignition is switched off while the adjustable speed limiter is operating,
the system will be operable when the ignition is switched ON the next time.
Activation
Press the MODE switch to operate the system. The adjustable speed limiter screen is
displayed, and the adjustable speed limiter main indication (white) turns on.
NOTE
When the cruise control or Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) system becomes
operable after pressing the MODE switch, press the mode switch again to switch to the
adjustable speed limiter.
Deactivation
To deactivate the system, do the following operations:
When a cruising speed has been set (adjustable speed limiter set indication (white)/
indicator light (green) turns on)
Long-press the OFF/CAN switch or press the OFF/CAN switch 2 times. The adjustable
speed limiter screen is no longer displayed and the adjustable speed limiter set indication
(white)/indicator light (green) turns off.
When a cruising speed has not been set (adjustable speed limiter main indication
(white) turns on)
Press the OFF/CAN switch. The adjustable speed limiter screen is no longer displayed and
the adjustable speed limiter main indication (white) turns off.

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NOTE
When the MODE switch is pressed while the adjustable speed limiter is operating, the
system switches to the cruise control or Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) system.
Setting the System
WARNING
Always verify the safety of the surrounding area when setting the adjustable speed
limiter:
If the speed is set lower than the current vehicle speed, the vehicle speed is decreased
to the set speed. Verify the safety of the surrounding area and keep a safer distance
between vehicles ahead and behind you.
1. Press the MODE switch to turn the system on.
2. (With cruise control)
Press the SET
to set the speed. When the current vehicle speed is 30 km/h (20 mph) or
more, the speed is set to the current vehicle speed. When the current vehicle speed is less
than 30 km/h (20 mph), the speed is set to 30 km/h (20 mph).
(With Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC))
Press the SET
or SET to set the speed. When the current vehicle speed is 30 km/h
(20 mph) or more, the speed is set to the current vehicle speed. When the current vehicle
speed is less than 30 km/h (20 mph), the speed is set to 30 km/h (20 mph).
3. (With cruise control)
To increase the set speed, press the RES
switch continuously. The set speed can be
adjusted in 10 km/h (5 mph) increments. The set speed can also be adjusted in about
1 km/h (1 mph) increments by pressing the RES
switch momentary. For example, the
set speed increases about 4 km/h (4 mph) by pressing the RES
switch 4 times.
(With Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC))
To increase the set speed, press the SET
switch continuously. The set speed can be
adjusted in 10 km/h (5 mph) increments. The set speed can also be adjusted in about
1 km/h (1 mph) increments by pressing the SET
switch momentary. For example, the
set speed increases about 4 km/h (4 mph) by pressing the SET
switch 4 times.
4. To decrease the set speed, press the SET
switch continuously. The set speed can be
adjusted in 10 km/h (5 mph) decrements. The set speed can also be adjusted in about
1 km/h (1 mph) increments by pressing the SET
switch momentary. For example, the
set speed decreases about 4 km/h (4 mph) by pressing the SET
switch 4 times.

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NOTE
  (With cruise control)  When the vehicle set speed is displayed in the instrument cluster, press the RES /
switch to set the displayed vehicle speed.
 (With Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC))  When the vehicle set speed is displayed in the instrument cluster, press the RES switch
to set the displayed vehicle speed.
  The system is temporarily cancelled when the vehicle is accelerated by depressing the
accelerator pedal strongly, however, it resumes when the vehicle speed decreases to the
set speed or less.
  The vehicle speed may exceed the set speed on a down slope.
Temporarily Cancelling the System
The system is temporarily cancelled (stand-by status) when any of the following operations
is done while the adjustable speed limiter is displayed.
 


 OFF/CAN switch is pressed



 Accelerator pedal is strongly depressed

With cruise control
Press the RES /
switch to resume the operation at the previous set speed. The adjustable
speed limiter display remains displayed.
With Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC)
Press the RES switch to resume the operation at the previous set speed. The adjustable speed
limiter display remains displayed.
NOTE
  (With cruise control)  The set speed can be set by pressing the SET switch while the system is in stand-by
status.
 (With Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC))  The set speed can be set by pressing the SET or SET switch while the system is in
stand-by status.
  The adjustable speed limiter is not cancelled by depressing the brake pedal.

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*Some models.
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)



 Distance Recognition Support System (DRSS)



 Smart Brake Support (SBS)
The radar sensor (front) functions by detecting the radio waves reÀ ected off a vehicle ahead
or an obstruction sent from the radar sensor.
The radar sensor (front) is mounted behind the front emblem.

Radar sensor (front)

If the Smart Brake Support/Smart City Brake Support (SBS/SCBS) Warning Light (amber)
is illuminated, the area around the radar sensor may be dirty. Refer to “Warning Guidance”
in the centre display (Type B audio).
Refer to If a Warning Light Turns On or Flashes on page 7-49 .

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Cruise Control
*Some models.
Cruise Control *
With cruise control, you can set and automatically maintain any speed of more than about
25 km/h (16 mph).
WARNING
Do not use the cruise control under the following conditions:
Using the cruise control under the following conditions is dangerous and could result
in loss of vehicle control.
 
 Hilly terrain 
 Steep inclines 
 Heavy or unsteady traf¿ c 
 Slippery or winding roads 
 Similar restrictions that require inconsistent speed
Cruise Control Switch

ON switch
RES/+ switch Without Adjustable Speed
Limiter
SET- switch
OFF/CAN
switch MODE switch
RES/+ switch With Adjustable Speed
LimiterSET- switch
OFF/CAN
switch