2017 MAZDA MODEL CX-5 parking sensors

i-ACTIVSENSE
i-ACTIVSENSE is a collective term covering a series of advanced safety and driver support
systems which make use of a Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) and radar sensors. These
systems consist of active safety and pre-crash safety systems.
These systems are designed to assist the driver in safer drivin g by reducing the load on the
driver and helping to avert collisions or reduce their severity . However, because each system
has its limitations, always drive carefully and do not rely sol ely on the systems.
▼Active Safety Technology
Active Safety Technology supports safer driving by helping the
driver to recognise potential
hazards and avert accidents.
Driver awareness support systems
Nighttime visibility
Adaptive Front Lighting Sy stem (AFS)...................................................................page 4-108
Adaptive LED Headlights (ALH).............................................................................page 4-112
High Beam Control System (HBC)................................. ........................................ page 4-109
Left/right side and rear side detection
Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)........................... ................................... page 4-163
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)..................................................................................page 4-115
Road sign recognition
Traffic Sign Recognition Sys tem (TSR).................................................................. page 4-120
Inter-vehicle distance recognition
Distance Recognition Support System (DRSS)....................................................... page 4-127
Driver fatigue detection
Driver Attention Alert (DAA)................................... .............................................. page 4-131
Rear obstruction detection wh en leaving a parking space
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)................................ .............................................page 4-133
Driver support systems
Inter-vehicle distance
Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC).............................. ...................................... page 4-137
Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (MRCC with S top & Go function)
.............................................................................................................................. ....page 4-149
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Parking Sensor System*
The parking sensor system uses ultrasonic sensors to detect obstructions around the vehicle
while parking the vehicle in a garage or during parallel parkin g when the vehicle is driven at
a speed of about 10 km/h (6 mph) or less. The system is equippe d with an assist device to
notify the driver of the approximate distance from the vehicle to the surrounding obstruction
using a beep sound and obstruction detection indication
*.

Rear corner sensor
Front corner sensor
Rear sensor
Front sensor
WA R N I N G
Do not rely completely on the parking sensor system and be sure to confirm the safety around
your vehicle visually when driving.
This system can assist the driver in operat ing the vehicle in the forward and backward
directions while parking. The detection ranges of the sensors are limited, therefore, driving the
vehicle while relying only on the system may cause an accident. Always confirm the safety
around your vehicle visually when driving.
NOTE
•Do not install any accessories within the detection ranges of the sensors. It may affect the
system operation.
•Depending on the type of obstruction and the surrounding conditions, the detection range
of a sensor may narrow, or the sensors may not be able to detect obstructions.
•The system may not operate normally under the following conditions:
•Mud, ice, or snow is adhering to the sensor area (Returns to normal operation when
removed).
•The sensor area is frozen (Returns to normal operation when the ice is thawed).
•The sensor is covered by a hand.
•The sensor is excessively shocked.
•The vehicle is excessively tilted.
•Under extremely hot or cold weather conditions.
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•The vehicle is driven on bumps, inclines, gravel, or grass covered roads.
•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.
•The vehicle is driven in heavy rain or in road conditions causing water-splash.
•A commercially-available wing pole or an aerial for a radio transmitter is installed to
the vehicle.
•The vehicle is moving towards a tall or square curbstone.
•An obstruction is too close to the sensor.
•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.
•The following types of obstructions may not be detected:
•Thin objects such as wire or rope
•Things which absorb sonic waves easily such as cotton or snow
•Angular shaped objects
•Very tall objects, and those which are wide at the top
•Small, short objects
•Always have the system inspected at an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised
Mazda Repairer if any shock is applied to the bumpers, even in a minor accident. If the
sensors are deviated, they cannot detect obstructions.
•The system may have a malfunction if the b eep does not operate or the indicator light
does not illuminate when the park assist sensors switch is turned on. Consult an expert
repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
•The system may have a malfunction if the beep sound which indicates a system
malfunction is heard and the indicator light flashes. Consult an expert repairer, we
recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
•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.
•When installing a trailer hitch, consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised
Mazda Repairer.
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▼Sensor Detection Range
The sensors detect obstructions within the following range.

Front sensor detection range
Front corner sensor detection range Rear sensor detection range
Rear corner sensor detection range
B
A
D
C A: About 55 cm (About 21.7 in)
B: About 55 cm (About 21.7 in)
C: About 100 cm (About 39.3 in)
D: About 150 cm (About 59.1 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 activa ted, the indicator light turns
on.
Press the switch again to stop the operation.
Indicator light
Operation conditions
The parking sensor system can be used when all of the following conditions are met:
•The ignition is switched ON.
•The parking sensor switch is turned on.
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NOTE
•(Automatic transaxle vehicle)
The detection indicator and buzzer of the front sensors/front corner sensors do not
operate when the selector lever is in the P position.
•The detection indicator and buzzer sound do not activate when the parking brake is
applied.
▼Obstruction Detection Indication
The position of a sensor which has detected an obstruction is i
ndicated. The gauge
illuminates in different areas d epending 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.

Front left corner
sensor gauge Front right corner
sensor gauge
Rear right corner
sensor gauge
Rear left corner
sensor gauge Front sensor gauge
Rear sensor gauge
NOTE
The detection indicator can switch between display and non-display.
Refer to Personalisation Features on page 9-12.
System problem notification
If any of the pr oblems indicated in the table occurs, the driver is notified of the problem
depending on the type of system as shown.
Detection Indicator Solution
Disconnection
The system may have a ma lfunction. Have the ve-
hicle inspected at an expert repairer, we recom-
mend an Authorised Mazda Repairer as soon as
possible.
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Index
Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge........................................... 4-33
Fuel gauge................................... 4-34
Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) &
Lane Departure Warning System
(LDWS) Display..........................4-38
Maintenance monitor...................4-36
Mazda Radar Cruise Control with
Stop & Go function (MRCC with
Stop & Go function) System
Display......................................... 4-37
Mazda Radar Cruise Control
(MRCC) display.......................... 4-37
Odometer and trip meter............. 4-33
Outside temperatur e display........ 4-35
Vehicle Speed Alarm................... 4-38
Warning (Display Indication)...... 4-38
O
Odometer and Trip Meter................. 4-24
Outside Mirrors................................. 3-36
Outside Temperature Display............4-27
Outside temperature warning beep....7-65
Overhead Console........................... 5-148
Overhead Light............................... 5-142
Overhead Lights......... ..................... 5-142
Overheating....................................... 7-37
Owner Maintenance Closing the bonnet.......................6-23
Engine compartment overview.... 6-24
Key battery replacement..............6-41
Opening the bonnet..................... 6-22
Owner maintenance
precautions................................... 6-20
P
Parking Brake....................................4-81
Parking Sensor System................... 4-229
Park assist sensor system
operation.................................... 4-231
Sensor detection range.............. 4-231
Personalisation Features.................... 9-12
Power Liftgate................................... 3-21
Power Liftgate Warning Beep........... 7-65
Power Steering................................ 4-104
Power Steering Warning Buzzer....... 7-66
Power Windows................................ 3-40
R
Radar Sensors (Rear)...................... 4-204
Radar Sensor (Front).......................4-201
Rearview Mirror................................3-38
Rear Coat Hooks......... .................... 5-152
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA).... 4-133
Rear Door Child Safet y Locks.......... 3-18
Rear Fog Light.................................. 4-69
Rear Seat............................................. 2-9
Rear View Monitor......................... 4-217 Displayable range on the
screen......................................... 4-219
Picture quality adjustment......... 4-228
Rear view monitor operation..... 4-221
Rear view parking camera
location...................................... 4-218
Switching to the rear view monitor
display........................................4-218
Variance between actual road
conditions and displayed
image......................................... 4-226
Viewing the display................... 4-220
Rear window Rear Window Defogge r...............4-76
Rear Window Defogger.................... 4-76
Rear Window Washer... .................... 4-75
Rear Window Wiper......................... 4-75
Recommended Oil.............................6-25
Recording of Vehicle Data.................. 8-5
Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign
Country................................................ 8-2
Replacement
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