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Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)*
Your vehicle is equipped with a Forward Sensing Camera (FSC). The Forward Sensing
Camera (FSC) is positioned near t he rearview mirror and used by the following systems.
High Beam Control System (HBC)
Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) & Lane Departure Warning System ( LDWS)
Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR)
Advanced Smart City Brake Support (Advanced SCBS)
Smart City Brake Support (SCBS)
Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (MRCC with Stop & Go function)
Smart Brake Support (SBS)
Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)
The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) determines the conditions ahea d of the vehicle while
traveling at night and detects traffic lanes. The distance in w hich the Forward Sensing
Camera (FSC) can detect objects v aries depending on the surrounding conditions.
WA R N I N G
Do not modify the suspension:
If the vehicle height or inclination is changed, the system will not be able to correctly detect
vehicles ahead. This will result in the system not operating normally or mistakenly operating,
which could cause a serious accident.
CAUTION
Do not apply accessories, stickers or film to the windshield near the Forward Sensing
Camera (FSC).
If the area in front of the Forward Sensing Cam era (FSC) lens is obstructed, it will cause the
system to not operate correctly. Consequently, each system may not operate normally
which could lead to an unexpected accident.
When Driving
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Do not disassemble or modify th e Forward Sensing Camera (FSC).
Disassembly or modification of the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) will cause a malfunction
or mistaken operation. Consequently, each sy stem may not operate normally which could
lead to an unexpected accident.
Heed the following cautions to assure the co rrect operation of the Forward Sensing Camera
(FSC).
Be careful not to scratch the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) lens or allow it to get dirty.
Do not remove the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) cover.
Do not place objects on the dashboard which reflect light.
Always keep the windshield glass around th e camera clean by removing dirt or fogging.
Use the windshield defroster to remove fogging on the windshield.
Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer regardi ng cleaning the interior side of the
windshield around the Forw ard Sensing Camera (FSC).
Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer before performing repairs around the Forward
Sensing Camera (FSC).
The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) is installe d to the windshield. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer for windshield repair and replacement.
When cleaning the windshield, do not allow glass cleaners or similar cleaning fluids to
get on the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) le ns. In addition, do not touch the Forward
Sensing Camera (FSC) lens.
When performing repairs around the rearvi ew mirror, consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer regarding cleaning of the camera lens.
Do not hit or apply strong force to the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) or the area around
it. If the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) is severely hit or if there are cracks or damage
caused by flying gravel or debris in the area around it, stop using the following systems
and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
High Beam Control System (HBC)
Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) & Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)
Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR)
Advanced Smart City Brake Support (Advanced SCBS)
Smart City Brake Support (SCBS)
Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (MRCC with Stop & Go function)
Smart Brake Support (SBS)
The direction in which the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) is pointed has been
finely
adjusted. Do not change the installation position of the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) or
remove it. Otherwise, it could result in damage or malfunction.
Always use tires for all wheels that are of the specified size, and the same manufacturer,
brand, and tread pattern. In addition, do not use tires with significantly different wear
patterns on the same vehicle as the system may not operate normally.
When Driving
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▼Viewing the Display
Guide lines which indicate the wid
th of the vehicle (yellow) are displayed on the screen as a
reference to the approximate width of the vehicle in comparison to the width of the parking
space you are about to back into.
Use this display view for parking your vehicle in a parking spa ce or garage.
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a
a) Vehicle width guide lines (yellow)
These guide lines serve as a reference to the approximate width of the vehicle.
b) Distance guide lines. These guide lines indicate the approximate distance to a point measured from the
vehicle's rear (from the end of the bumper).
The red and yellow lines indicate the points about 50 cm (19 in ) for the red line and
100 cm (39.3 in) for the yellow l ines from the rear bumper (at the center point of each
of the lines).
CAUTION
The guide lines on the screen are fixed lines. They are not synced to the driver's turning of the
steering wheel. Always be careful and check the area to the vehicle's rear and the surrounding
area directly with your eyes while backing up.
▼ Rear View Monitor Operation
The operation of the rear view monitor when reversing the vehic
le varies depending on the
traffic, road, and vehicle conditions. The amount of steering a nd the timing also varies
depending on conditions, so conf irm the surrounding conditions directly with your eyes and
steer the vehicle in accordance with the conditions.
Be well aware of the above cautions prior to using the rear vie w monitor.
NOTE
Images displayed on the monitor from the rear view parking camera are reversed images
(mirror images).
When Driving
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Sunvisors
When you need a sunvisor, lower it for use
in front or swing it to the side.
Sunvisor
▼Side Extension Sunvisors*
The visor extender extends the sunvisor's
range of sun shading.
To use, pull it out.
CAUTION
When moving the sunvisor, retract the visor
extender to its original position. Otherwise,
the visor extender could hit the rearview
mirror.
▼Va n i t y M i r r o r s
To use the vanity mirror, lower the
sunvisor.
If your vehicle is equipped with a vanity
mirror light, it will illuminate when you
open the cover.
To prevent the battery from being
discharged, the vanity mirror will only
illuminate in the tilt range shown in the
figure.
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on
Interior Features
Interior Equipment
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Light Bulbs
Front turn signal lights
Headlights (High/Low beam)/
Daytime running lights Parking lights
Overhead lights/
Front map lights Side turn signal lights Courtesy lights
Vanity mirror lights
Ambient lights
Rear map lights
Trunk light
High-mount brake light
License plate lights
Front side-marker lights
Daytime running lights/
Parking lights
Brake lights/Taillights Rear side-marker lights
Rear turn signal lights
Taillights (Trunk lid side) Taillights
Reverse lights
Some models.
Courtesy lights
Ambient lights
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4. Turn the screw counterclockwise andremove it, and then partially peel back
the mudguard.
5. Turn the socket and bulb assemblycounterclockwise and remove it.
6. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
7. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of the removal procedure.
▼Replacing Interior Light Bulbs
Overhead lights/Front map lights (LED
type), Rear map lights (LED type),
Vanity mirror lights (LED type)*,
Courtesy lights, Trunk lights (LED
type), Ambient Lights*
The LED bulb cannot be replaced as a
single unit because it is an integrated unit.
The LED bulb has to be replaced with the
unit. We recommend an Authorized
Mazda Dealer when the replacement is
necessary.
Overhead lights/Front map lights (Bulb
type), Rear map lights (Bulb type),
Vanity mirror lights (Bulb type)*
1. Wrap a small flathead screwdriver with
a soft cloth to prev ent damage to the
lens, and then remove the lens by
carefully prying on t he edge of the lens
with the flathead screwdriver.
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Owner Maintenance
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Vanity mirror lights*
3. Install the new bulb in the reverseorder of the removal procedure.
Trunk light (Bulb type)
1. Press both sides of the lens cap to remove it.
2. Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out.
3. Install the new bulb in the reverseorder of the removal procedure.
Fuses
Your vehicle's electrical system is
protected by fuses.
If any lights, accessories, or controls do
not work, inspect the appropriate circuit
protector. If a fuse has blown, the inside
element will be melted.
If the same fuse blows again, avoid using
that system and consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
▼ Fuse Replacement
Replacing the fuses on the vehicle's left
side
If the electrical system does not work, first
inspect the fuses on the vehicle's left side.
1. Make sure the ignition is switched off,
and other switches are off.
2. Open the fuse panel cover.
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Owner Maintenance
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Fuse block (Left side)
DESCRIPTIONFUSE
RATING PROTECTED COMPONENT
1 P.SEAT D 30 A Power seat
*
2 P.SEAT P1 30 APower seat*
3 R.SEAT W1 20 ASeat warmer*
4 P.WINDOW2 25 A Power windows
5 SRS2/ESCL 15 A ―
6 D.LOCK25 A Power door locks
7 SEAT WARM 20 A Seat warmer
*
8 SUNROOF 10 AMoonroof*
9 R.OUTLET1 15 A ―
10 MIRROR 7.5 A Power control mirror
11 AT IND 7.5 A AT shift indicator
12 INTERIOR1 15 A For protection of various circuits
13 INTERIOR2 10 A Overhead light
14 R.OUTLET2 15 A Accessory sockets
15 USB 7.5 A USB power outlet
16 SCR3 15 A ―
Maintenance and Care
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