2019 MAZDA MODEL 6 lights

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 warning 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 warning 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)
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If the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) detects that the windshield is dirty or foggy, the
system functions related to the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) are temporarily stopped
and the following warning lights turn on. Ho wever, this does not indicate a problem.
Remove the dirt from the windshield or press the defroster switch and defog the
windshield.
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 there are recognizable cracks or damage caused by flying gravel or debris on the
windshield, always have the windshield replaced. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer
for replacement.
(With Advanced Smar t City Brake Support (Advanced SCBS))
The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) recognizes pedestrians when all of the following
conditions are met:
The height of a pedestrian is about 1 to 2 meters.
An outline such as the head, both shoulders, or the legs can be determined.
In the following cases, the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) may not be able to detect
target objects correctly:
Multiple pedestrians are walking, or there are groups of people.
A pedestrian is close to a separate object.
A pedestrian is crouching, lying, or slouching.
A pedestrian suddenly jumps into the road right in front of the vehicle.
A pedestrian opens an umbrella, or is carrying large baggage or articles.
A pedestrian is in a dark location such as during the night, or blends into the
background by wearing clothes matching the background color.
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5Interior Features
Use of various features for ride comfort, including air-conditioning and
audio system.
Climate Control System.................... 5-2 Operating Tips.............................. 5-2
Vent Operation.............................. 5-3
Fully Automatic Type................... 5-5
Before Using the Aud io System........ 5-9
Audio Control Switch ................... 5-9
AUX/USB mode.........................5-10
Antenna.......................................5-12
Audio Set.......................................... 5-13 Basic Operation Method............. 5-13
Home screen............................... 5-17
Settings....................................... 5-18
Operating the Radio....................5-19
Operating the Satellite Radio
*...........
.................................................... 5-23
How to use AUX m ode.............. 5-27
How to use USB mode ............... 5-28
How to use Apple CarPlay™
*...........
.................................................... 5-34
How to use Android Auto™
mode
*..........................................5-37
Bluetooth
®.................................. 5-41
Bluetooth
® Preparation.............. 5-44
Available Language.. .................. 5-46
Bluetooth
® Audio....................... 5-47
How to Use Pandora
®*............... 5-50
How to Use Aha™..................... 5-52
How to Use Stitche r™ Radio..... 5-55
Bluetooth
® Hands-Free.............. 5-57
Voice Recognition.................. .....5-66
Applications................................5-69
Troubleshooting.......................... 5-70
Appendix.......................................... 5-76 Things You Need to Know......... 5-76
Interior Equipment......................... 5-83 Sunvisors.................................... 5-83
Interior Lights............................. 5-84
Accessory Sockets...................... 5-88
USB Power Outlet
*.................... 5-89
Cup Holder................................. 5-90
Bottle Holder.............................. 5-91
Storage Compartments............... 5-92
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Interior Lights
NOTE
Do not leave the lights on for long periods
while the engine is turned off. Otherwise
the battery power could be depleted.
Overhead Lights
Ty p e A
Switch Posi‐tion Overhead Lights
Light off
Light is on when any door is openLight is on or off when the illumi‐
nated entry system is on
Light on
NOTE
The rear map lights also turn on and off
when the overhead light switch is
operated.
Ty p e B
Switch
Overhead Lights
(DOOR
OFF) The DOOR OFF switch can be
switched between the DOOR posi‐
tion and DOOR OFF position.
DOOR position
The lights turn on when any of the
doors is opened.
The lights turn on/off in conjunc‐
tion with the illuminated entry
system.
DOOR OFF position
The lights do not turn on even if
any of the doors is opened.
The lights do not turn on/off in
conjunction with the illuminated
entry system.
(ON/
OFF) Press the switch to turn it on. Press
the switch again to turn off the
lights.
Front Map Lights
Ty p e A
When the overhead light switch is in the
door or off position, press the lens to
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illuminate the front map lights, and then
press the lens again to turn them off.
NOTE
The front map lights will not turn off even
if the lens is pressed in the following
cases:
The overhead light switch is in the ON
position.
The overhead light switch is in the door
position with the door open.
The illuminated entry system is on.
Ty p e B
Press the switch to illuminate the front
map lights, and then pr ess the switch again
to turn them off.
NOTE
The front map lights will not turn off even
if the switch is pre ssed in the following
cases:
The overhead lights turn on by
operating the overhead ON/OFF switch
(
).
The overhead lights turn on in
conjunction with a door opening/
closing.
The illuminated entry system is on.
Rear Map Lights
Ty p e A
When the overhead li ght switch is in the
door or off position, press the lens to
illuminate a rear map light, and then press
the lens again to turn it off.
NOTE
Once the rear map lights have been
turned off, they will turn on and off
depending on the position to which the
overhead light is switched.
The rear map lights will not turn off
even if the lens is pressed in the
following cases:
The overhead light switch is ON.
The overhead light switch is in the
door position with the door open.
The illuminated entry system is on.
Ty p e B
Press the switch to illuminate the rear map
lights, and then press the switch again to
turn them off.
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NOTE
Once the rear map lights have been
turned off, they will turn on and off in
conjunction with the overhead light
operation.
The rear map lights will not turn off
even if the switch is pressed in the
following cases:
The overhead lights turn on by
operating the overhead ON/OFF
switch (
).
The overhead lights turn on in
conjunction with a door opening/
closing.
The illuminated entry system is on.
Trunk Light
The trunk light is on when the lid is open
and off when it's closed.
NOTE
To prevent the battery from being
discharged, do not leave the trunk open
for a long period when the engine is not
running.
Courtesy Lights
Turns on when any door is open or the
illuminated entry system is on.
Courtesy light
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Ambient Light*
An ambient light continuously turn on when the ignition is switched ON.
An ambient light dim when the parking lights or headlights are turned on.
Ambient light
NOTE
An ambient light turn on or off in conjunction with the illuminated entry system when the
ignition is switched OFF.
The ambient light illumination level can be changed while the parking lights or headlights
are turned on.
Refer to Vehicle Equipment on page 9-13.
▼ Illuminated Entry System
The overhead lights turn on when any of
the following operations is done with the
overhead light switch in the DOOR
position.
The courtesy lights and ambient lights turn
on regardless of the overhead light switch
position.
The driver's door is unlocked with the
ignition is switched OFF.
The ignition is sw
itched OFF with all
doors closed.
NOTE
The illumination tim e differs depending
on the operation.
Battery saver
If an interior light is left on with the
ignition switched OFF, the light is
turned off automatically after about 30
minutes to prevent battery depletion.
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The operation of the illuminated entry
system can be changed.
Refer to Vehicle Equipment on page
9-13.
(Type B)
The illumination entry system does not
operate in conjunction with the
overhead lights when the overhead
lights are turned on using the overhead
light ON/OFF switch.
Accessory Sockets
Only use genuine Mazda accessories or
the equivalent requiring no greater than
120 W (DC 12 V, 10 A).
The accessory sockets can be used
regardless of whether the ignition is on or
off.


CAUTION
To prevent accessory socket damage or
electrical failure, pay attention to the
following:
 Do not use accessories that require
more than 120 W (DC 12 V, 10 A).
 Do not use accessories that are not
genuine Mazda accessories or the
equivalent.
 Close the cover when the accessory
socket is not in use to prevent foreign
objects and liquids from getting into
the accessory socket.
 Correctly insert the plug into the
accessory socket.
 Do not insert the cigarette lighter into
the accessory socket.
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