Distance-between-vehicles guide‐line
(at 80 km/h (50 mph) vehicle speed) Indication on display
Indication on multi-information display Indication on active driving dis‐
play
*1
Short (about 30 m (98 ft))
Extremely short (about 25 m (82 ft))
*1 Displays a pop-up image when the CANCEL switch is operated.
NOTE
The slower the vehicle speed, the shorter the distance between the vehicles.
When the ignition is switched to ACC or OFF, the set distance-between-vehicles is taken
over automatically even when the engine is started again.
The function is temporarily canceled.
Headway control function
When the following operations ar e performed, the CTS is temporarily canceled and the CTS
set indication (green) changes to the CTS main indication (whit e) at the same time.
The CANCEL switch is pressed one time.
The brake pedal is depressed.
(Automatic transmission vehicle)
The selector lever is in the P, N, or R position.
(Manual transmission vehicle)
The shift lever is in the R position.
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If a malfunction is detected or the
system temporarily stops the function
due to dirty sensors (such as radar
sensor or Forward Sensing Camera
(FSC)), the i-ACTIVSENSE warning
indication/warning light turns on and a
message is displayed on the
multi-information display and active
driving display.
On a manual transmission vehicle, the
engine stops if the clutch pedal is not
depressed when the vehicle is stopped by
the SBS brake operation.
If the vehicle is stopped by the SBS
brake operation and the brake pedal is
not depressed, the SBS brake is
automatically released after about 2
seconds.
▼ Collision Warning
When there is a possib
ility of a collision
with a vehicle ahead, the collision warning
sound is activated continuously and a
warning is displayed on the
multi-information display and the active
driving display.
Multi-information display
1. “BRAKE!” message is displayed
Active driving display
1. “BRAKE!” message is displayed
NOTE
The collision warning sound is activated
intermittently while the SBS brake or
brake assist (SBS brake assist) is
operating.
The operation distance and volume of
the collision warning can be changed.
Refer to the Settings section in the
Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.
▼ Stopping the Smart Brake Support
(SBS) System Operation
The SBS can be changed to inoperable.
(If only the SBS is turned off)
Refer to the Settings section in the
Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.
(If the SBS is turned off by operating
the i-ACTIVSENSE switch)
Refer to i-ACTIV
SENSE Switch on
page 4-85.
When turning off the SBS, the SBS OFF
indicator light turns on.
NOTE
If the engine is stopped with the SBS
turned off, the SBS becomes operational
when the engine is started the next time.
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Display switching
The displayed screen can be changed each time the 360°view moni tor switch is pressed.
1. Top view/Rear view
2. Top view/Rear wide view
NOTE
The top view/rear view and top view/rear wide view automatically display whether or not
the 360°View Monitor switch is turned on or off when shifting the shift lever/selector lever
to R position.
The top view/rear view and top view/rear wide view displays the previously displayed
screen.
The setting can be changed to display the top view/front view when shifting from reverse
to a forward gear without operating the 360°View Monitor switch to check the front of the
vehicle while parallel parking.
Refer to the Settings section in the Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.
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CAUTION
Heed the following precautions to assure
correct operation of each system.
Do not adhere stickers (including
transparent stickers) to the surface of the
radiator grille and front emblem in and
around the front radar sensor, and do
not replace the radiator grille and front
emblem with any product that is not a
genuine product designed for use with
the front radar sensor.
The front radar sensor includes a
function for detecting soiling of the radar
sensor's front surface and informing the
driver, however, depending on the
conditions, it may require time to detect
or it may not detect plastic shopping
bags, ice or snow. If this occurs, the
system may not operate correctly,
therefore always keep the front radar
sensor clean.
Do not install a grille guard.
If the front part of the vehicle has been
damaged in a vehicle accident, the
position of the front radar sensor may
have moved. Stop the system
immediately and always have the vehicle
inspected at an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
Do not use the front bumper to push
other vehicles or obstructions such as
when pulling out of a parking space.
Otherwise, the front radar sensor could
be hit and its position deviated.
Do not remove, disa ssemble, or modify
the front radar sensor.
For repairs, replacement or paint work
around the front radar sensor, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Do not modify the suspension. If the
suspension are modified, the vehicle's
posture could change and the front
radar sensor may not be able to correctly
detect a vehicle ahead or an obstruction.
NOTE
Under the following co nditions, the front
radar sensor may not be able to detect
vehicles ahead or obstructions correctly
and each system may not operate
normally.
The rear surface of a vehicle ahead
does not reflect radio waves
effectively, such as an unloaded
trailer or an automobile with a
loading platform covered by a soft
top, vehicles with a hard plastic
tailgate, and round-shaped vehicles.
Vehicles ahead with low vehicle height
and thus less area for reflecting radio
waves.
Visibility is reduced due to a vehicle
ahead casting off water, snow, or sand
from its tires and onto your
windshield.
The trunk/luggage compartment is
loaded with heavy objects or the rear
passenger seats are occupied.
Ice, snow, or soiling is on the front
surface of the front emblem.
During inclement weather such as
rain, snow, or sand storms.
When driving near facilities or objects
emitting strong radio waves.
Under the following co nditions, the front
radar sensor may not be able to detect
vehicles ahead or obstructions.
The beginning and end of a curve.
Roads with continuous curves.
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When the AUTO switch indicator light is
on, it indicates auto operation, and the
system will function automatically.
If any of the following switches are
operated while in auto control, the
AUTO switch indicator turns off.
Mode selector switch
Fan control switch
Windshield defroster switch
The functions for switches other than
those operated continue to operate in
auto control.
Power switch (System On/Off)
The climate control system turns on or off
by pressing the power switch.
Temperature control dial
This dial controls t emperature. Turn it
clockwise for hot and counterclockwise
for cold.
When the SYNC switch is on:
Turn the driver temperature control dial
to control the temperature throughout
the entire cabin.
When the SYNC switch is off:
Turn the driver or front passenger
temperature control dial to
independently control the temperature
on each side of the cabin.
NOTE
The climate control system changes to
the individual operation mode (SYNC
switch indicator light turns off) by
turning the front passenger temperature
control dial even when the SYNC switch
is on, which allows individual control of
the set temperature for the driver and
front passenger.
When you set the temperature to the
lower or upper limit, “Lo” or “Hi” is
displayed.
The temperature units for the
temperature setting display can be
changed in conjunction with the
temperature units for the outside
temperature display.
Refer to Outside Temperature Display
on page 4-19.
Fan control switch
The fan has 7 speeds. The selected speed
will be displayed.
Mode selector switch
The desired airflow mode can be selected
(page 5-4).
NOTE
With the airflow mode set to the
position and the temperature control
dial set at a medium temperature,
heated air is directed to the feet and air
at a comparably lower temperature will
flow through the central, left and right
vents.
To set the air vent to , press the
windshield defroster switch.
In the position, the outside air
position is automatically selected.
A/C switch
Pressing the A/C swit ch while the AUTO
switch is turned on w ill turn off the air
conditioner (cooling/dehumidifying
functions).
The on/off of the air conditioner switches
each time the A/C switch is pressed.
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No. MenuExplanation
(1) Information Fuel Efficiency Monitor:
Monitor fuel efficienc
y in real time and view fuel efficiency h istory.
SiriusXM Travel Link
*:
Access traffic information, weathe r, fuel prices, parking information and
sports scores.
Vehicle Status Monitor:
View important vehicle mainten ance messages, information, and i ntervals.
Owner's Manual
*:
Learn about Mazda features, safety information, maintenance, an d more.
(2) Entertainment FM
AM
SiriusXM
*
Pandora*
Bluetooth
USB1 Audio/USB2 Audio
USB1 Video/USB2 Video
(3) Notifications Displays no tifications from the vehicle.
(4) Communication By connecting your mobile device,
such as a Smartphone, to Mazda Connect
via Bluetooth
®, you can use the hands-free call and short message functions.
(5) Navigation The navigation system (vehicles
with navigation system) can be used when
the SD card for the navigation system is inserted.
If the SD card for the navigation system is not inserted, the c ompass indicat‐
ing the direction in which the v ehicle is moving is displayed. The compass
may not indicate the correct bear ing when the vehicle is stopped or traveling
at a slow speed.
For the navigation system operation, refer to the navigation sy stem manual.
(6) Settings You can change the settings for
the Mazda Connect screen, sound settings,
and the vehicle functions.
In-Vehicle Displays:
Configures settings and content for all in-vehicle displays.
Sound Settings:
Configures the in-vehicle listening experience.
Safety Settings:
Configures safety and driver assistance features.
Vehicle Settings:
Configures vehicle convenience features.
Connectivity Settings:
Configures Bluetooth and other device connectivity settings.
System Settings:
Configures language, time, and other general settings.
(7) Apple CarPlay You can use Apple CarPlay™ by con
necting an iPhone® compatible with
Apple CarPlay™ to the USB slot.
(8) Android Auto You can use Android Auto™ by connecting an Android™ Smartphone
com‐
patible with Android Auto™ to the USB slot.
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The shape of the switches varies depending on the vehicle model.
No. Item Explanation
1
Commander knob (selection):
Rotate or slide the commander knob to select the functions you want to use.
2
Commander knob (select):
Press the commander knob to select the function you want to use .
3
Entertainment button:
The audio source screen last used is displayed.
(During Apple CarPlay™ or Android Auto™ music playback)
Displays the Apple CarPlay™ or Android Auto™ playback screen.
4
Vo l u m e k n o b :
Vo l u m e a d j u s t m e n t
Adjust the volume by turning the volume knob.
If you adjust the volume during a voice guidance, the volume of the voice
guidance changes.
If you adjust the volume while making a hands-free call, the co nversation
volume changes.
Press the volume knob to mute t he audio. Press the knob again to cancel.
Power off
Press and hold the volume knob to turn the Mazda Connect power off.
NOTE
If you press the volume knob to mute an audio source which can be paused,
such as Apple CarPlay™, USB audio, or Bluetooth® audio, while it is
playing, the song playback pauses. Press the volume knob again to cancel the
mute and the pause at the same time.
Selecting a radio station
You can call up radio stations r egistered to your favorites by sliding the vol‐
ume knob left/right while listeni ng to FM/AM radio. The radio s tations
change each time you s lide the volume knob.
In addition, press and hold the volume knob until you hear a beep to start au‐
tomatic station selection. It st ops when a radio broadcast is t uned in.
Cuing
Music and video files can be cued by operating the button while SiriusXM
®,
audio, or video is playing.
Slide the volume knob to the righ t to cue to the beginning of the next song
and slide it to the left to cue to the beginning of the previou s song. (The order
of the songs is in the order of the selected file list.)
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The shape of the switches differs depending on the vehicle model.
No. Item Explanation
1
Volume adjustment button:
Press the (+) or (-) butto n to adjust the volume.
If you adjust the volume during a voice guidance, the volume of the voice
guidance changes.
If you adjust the volume while making a hands-free call, the co nversation
volume changes.
2
Seek Switch:
Selecting a radio station
You can call up radio stations r egistered to your favorites by pressing the seek
switch while listening to FM/AM radio. The radio stations change each time
you press the switch.
In addition, press and hold the seek switch until you hear a be ep to start auto‐
matic station selection. It stop s when a radio broadcast is tun ed in.
Cuing
Music and video files can be cued by operating the button while SiriusXM
®,
audio, or video is playing.
Press the (
) to cue to the beginning of the next song and press the
(
) to cue to the beginning of the previous song. (The order of t he songs
is in the order of the selected file list.)
3 SOURCE SOURCE button:
The audio source can be switched each time the button is presse
d.
In addition, when the button is p ressed and held, the audio currently being
played is turned off and the audi o source selection screen is displayed.
(During Apple CarPlay™ or Android Auto™ playback)
Press and hold the SOURCE button to turn off the audio currentl y being
played.
4
Hang-up button*1:
(During a call)
Press the button to end the call.
(While receiving a call)
Press the button to refuse a call.
5
Talk/Pick-up button*1:
(While receiving a call)
Press the button to answer the call.
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