2018 MAZDA MODEL CX-9 park assist

Interior Equipment (View A)
ƒDoor-lock knob..................................................................................................... page 3-20
„ Turn and lane-change sig nal..................................................................................page 4-54
… Lighting control.....................................................................................................page 4-49
† Wiper and washer lever......................................... ................................................ page 4-55
‡ TCS OFF switch....................................................................................................page 4-74
ˆ Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) & Lane Departure Warning System ( LDWS) OFF
switch.................................................................................................................. page 4 -126
‰ Parking sensor switch .......................................... ............................................... page 4-174
Š Power liftgate switch.......................................... ................................................... page 3-24
‹ Outside mirror switch.......................................... ..................................................page 3-35
ΠDoor-lock switch................................................................................................... page 3-17
 Power window lock switch................................................................................... page 3-39
Ž Power window switches........................................................................................ page 3-39
Pictorial Index
Interior Overview
1-2The equipment and installatio n position varies by vehicle
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i-ACTIV AWD................................. 4-81i-ACTIV AWD Operation
*.........4-81
Power Steering................................. 4-83 Power Steering............................4-83
i-ACTIVSENSE............................... 4-84 i-ACTIVSENSE
*........................4-84
Adaptive Front Lighting System
(AFS)
*........................................ 4-87
High Beam Control System
(HBC)
*........................................4-88
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
*.........
.................................................... 4-91
Traffic Sign Recognition System
(TSR)
*........................................ 4-97
Distance Recognition Support
System (DRSS)
*....................... 4-104
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
*.....
.................................................. 4-107
Mazda Radar Cruise Control with
Stop & Go function (MRCC with
Stop & Go function)
*................4-110
Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) &
Lane Departure Warning System
(LDWS)
*.................................. 4-123
Advanced Smart City Brake Support
(Advanced SCBS)
*...................4-134
Smart City Brake Support
(SCBS)
*.................................... 4-138
Smart Brake Support (SBS)
*.... 4-142
Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)
*......
.................................................. 4-145
Radar Sensor (Front)
*.............. 4-150
Radar Sensors (Rear)
*.............. 4-153
Cruise Control............................... 4-155 Cruise Control
*.........................4-155
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System.............................................4-160 Tire Pressure Monitoring System
*.....
.................................................. 4-160
Rear View Monitor....................... 4-164 Rear View Monitor
*................. 4-164
Parking Sensor System................. 4-172 Parking Sensor System
*........... 4-172
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EPB automatic release
If the accelerator pedal is depressed with
the EPB applied and all of the following
conditions met, the parking brake is
released automatically.
•The engine is running.
•The driver's door is closed.
•The driver's seat belt is fastened.
•Selector lever is in the D, M, or R
position
NOTE
If something such as the driver's foot
contacts the accelerator pedal with the
engine running and the EPB applied, the
parking brake may be released
automatically. If you do not intend to drive
immediately, shift the selector lever to the
P or N position.
▼ Warning Light
The warning light turns on when the
system has a malfunction.
Refer to Warning Indication/Warning
Lights on page 4-32.
▼Brake Pad Wear Indicator
When the disc brake pads become worn,
the built-in wear indicators contact the
disc plates. This caus
es a screeching noise
to warn that the pads should be replaced.
When you hear this noise, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible.
WA R N I N G
Do not drive with worn disc pads:
Driving with worn disc pads is dangerous.
The brakes could fail and cause a serious
accident. As soon as you hear a screeching
noise consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
▼ Brake Assist
During emergency braking situations
when it is necessary to depress the brake
pedal with greater force, the brake assist
system provides braking assistance, thus
enhancing braking performance.

When the brake pedal is depressed hard or
depressed more quickly, the brakes apply
more firmly.
When Driving
Brake
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NOTE
•When the brake pedal is depressed hard
or depressed more quickly, the pedal
will feel softer but the brakes will apply
more firmly. This is a normal effect of
the brake assist operation and does not
indicate a malfunction.
•When the brake pedal is depressed hard
or depressed more quickly, a motor/
pump operation noise may be heard.
This is a normal effect of the brake
assist and does not indicate a
malfunction.
•The brake assist equipment does not
supersede the functionality of the
vehicle's main braking system.
Hill Launch Assist (HLA)
HLAis a function which assists the driver
in accelerating from a stop while on a
slope. When the driver releases the brake
pedal and depresses the accelerator pedal
while on a slope, the function prevents the
vehicle from rolling. The braking force is
maintained automatically after the brake
pedal is released on a steep grade.
HLAoperates on a downward slope when
the selector lever i s in the reverse (R)
position, and on an upward slope when the
selector lever is in a forward gear.
WA R N I N G
Do not rely completely on HLA:
HLA is an auxiliary device for accelerating
from a stop on a slope. The system only
operates for about two seconds and
therefore, relying only on the system, when
accelerating from a stop is dangerous
because the vehicle may move (roll)
unexpectedly and cause an accident.
The vehicle could roll depending on the
vehicle's load or if it is towing something.
Always confirm the safety around the
vehicle before starting to drive the vehicle.
NOTE
•HLA does not operate on a gentle slope.
In addition, the gradient of the slope on
which the system will operate changes
depending on the vehicle's load.
•HLA does not operate if the parking
brake is applied, or if the vehicle has not
stopped completely.
•HLA is operating, the brake pedal may
feel stiff and vibrate, however, this does
not indicate a malfunction.
When Driving
Brake
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i-ACTIVSENSE*
i-ACTIVSENSE is a collective term covering a series of advanced safety and driver support
systems which make use of a Forw ard Sensing Camera (FSC) and radar sensors. These
systems consist of active safety and pre-crash safety systems.
These systems are designed to ass ist the driver in safer driving by reducing the load on the
driver and helping to avert col lisions 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 recognize potential
hazards and avert accidents.
Driver awareness support systems
Nighttime visibility
Adaptive Front Lighting Sy stem (AFS)..................................................................... page 4-87
High Beam Control System (HBC)................................. ........................................... page 4-88
Left/right side and rear side detection
Lane Departure Warning Sys tem (LDWS).............................................................. page 4-123
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)................................................................................... page 4-91
Road sign recognition
Traffic Sign Recogn ition System (TSR).......................... .......................................... page 4-97
Inter-vehicle distance recognition
Distance Recognition Support System (DRSS)....................................................... page 4-104
Rear obstruction detection wh en leaving a parking space
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)................................ .............................................page 4-107
Driver support systems
Inter-vehicle distance
Mazda Radar Cruise Control with S top & Go function (MRCC with Stop & Go function)
.................................................................................................................................. page 4-110
Lane departure
Lane-keep Assist System (LAS).................................. ............................................ page 4-123
When Driving
i-ACTIVSENSE
4-84*Some models.
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Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)*
The RCTA system is designed to assist the driver in checking the area to the rear of the
vehicle on both sides while the vehicle is reversing by alertin g the driver to the presence of
vehicles approaching the rear of the vehicle.
The RCTA system detects vehicles approaching from the left and right sides of the vehicle,
and the rear of the vehicle while the vehicle is being reversed out of a parking space, and
notifies the driver of possible danger using the Blind Spot Mon itoring (BSM) warning
indicator lights and the warning buzzer.
Detection areas
Your vehicle
RCTA operation
1. The RCTA system operates when the selector lever is shifted t o the reverse (R) position.
2. If there is the po ssibility of a collision with an approachin g vehicle, the Blind Spot
Monitoring (BSM) warning indicator lights flashes and the warni ng beep is activated
simultaneously.
When Driving
i-ACTIVSENSE
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•The surroundings are dark such as during the night, early evening, or early morning, or
in a tunnel or indoor parking lot.
•The illumination brightness of the headlights is reduced or the headlight illumination is
weakened due to dirt or a deviated optical axis.
•The target object enters the blind spot of the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC).
•A person or object bursts onto the road from the shoulder or cuts right in front of you.
•You change lanes and approach a vehicle ahead.
•When driving extremely close to the target object.
•Tire chains or a temporary spare tire is installed.
•The vehicle ahead has a special shape. For example, a vehicle towing a trailer house or
a boat, or a vehicle carrier carrying a vehicle with its front pointed rearward.
•If the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) cannot operate normally due to backlight or fog,
the system functions related to the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) are temporarily
stopped and the following warn ing lights turn on. However, this does not indicate a
malfunction.
•High Beam Control System (HBC) warning light (amber)
•Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) & Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) warning
indication
•Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (MRCC with Stop & Go
function) warning indication
•Smart Brake Support/Smart City Brake Support (SBS/SCBS) warning indication/
warning light (amber)
•If the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) cannot operate normally due to high temperatures,
the system functions related to the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) are temporarily
stopped and the following warn ing lights turn on. However, this does not indicate a
malfunction. Cool down the area around the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) such as by
turning on the air conditioner.
•High Beam Control System (HBC) warning light (amber)
•Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) & Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) warning
indication
•Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (MRCC with Stop & Go
function) warning indication
•Smart Brake Support/Smart City Brake Support (SBS/SCBS) warning indication/
warning light (amber)
When Driving
i-ACTIVSENSE
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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 g arage or during parallel parking 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 approxima te 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 sensorSome models.
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 opera ting 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 th e 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 norma lly 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.
When Driving
Parking Sensor System
4-172*Some models.
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