2019 MAZDA MODEL CX-5 Owners Manual (in English)

Parking Sensor System*
The parking sensors use ultrasonic sensors which detect obstructions around the vehicle
when the vehicle is driven at low speeds, such as during garage or parallel parking, and a
buzzer sound and detection indicator notify the driver of the a pproximate distance from the
vehicle to the surrounding obstruction.

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.
The vehicle is driven on bumps, inclines, gravel, or grass covered roads.
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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 fender pole or an antenna 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 may no longer be detected as the
vehicle approaches more closely to the obstruction.
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 Authorized Mazda Dealer 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
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
The system may have a malfunction if the beep sound which indicates a system
malfunction is heard and the indicator light flashes. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
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, c onsult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
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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)
Viewing distance display
Display
Distance between vehicle and obstruction
Front Sensor/Front Corner Sensor Rear Sensor/Rear Corner Sensor
Green
Front sensor:
Approx. 100―60 cm (39.3―23.6 in) Rear sensor:
Approx. 150―60 cm (59.0―23.6 in)
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DisplayDistance between vehicle and obstruction
Front Sensor/Front Corner Sensor Rear Sensor/Rear Corner Sensor
Yellow
Front sensor:
Approx. 60―45 cm (23.6―17.7 in) Front corner sensor:
Approx. 55―38 cm (21.7―15.0 in) Rear sensor:
Approx. 60―45 cm (23.6―17.7 in) Rear corner sensor:
Approx. 55―38 cm (21.7―15.0 in)
Amber
Front sensor:
Approx. 45―35 cm (17.7―13.7 in)
Front corner sensor:
Approx. 38―25 cm (15.0―9.8 in) Rear sensor:
Approx. 45―35 cm (17.7―13.7 in)
Rear corner sensor:
Approx. 38―25 cm (15.0―9.8 in)
Red
Front sensor:
Within approx. 35 cm (13.7 in)
Front corner sensor:
Within approx. 25 cm (9.8 in) Rear sensor:
Within approx. 35 cm (13.7 in)
Rear corner sensor:
Within approx. 25 cm (9.8 in)
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▼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.
NOTE
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 depending on the distance to an obstruction detected by the
sensor.
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As the vehicle approaches closer to an obstruction, the zone in the gauge closer to the
vehicle illuminates.

Rear sensor
Left front
corner sensor
Left rear
corner sensor
Right front
corner sensor
Right rear
corner sensor
Front sensor
NOTE
The detection indicator can switch between display and non-display.
Refer to Personalization Features on page 9-12.
System problem notification
If a problem occurs, the driver is notified of the problem by t
he following indications.
Detection IndicatorSolution
Disconnection
The system may have a malfunction. Have the
vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Deal‐
er as soon as possible.
System mal‐ function
The system may have a malfunction. Have the
vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Deal‐
er as soon as possible.
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Detection IndicatorSolution
Frost/soiling
Foreign matter may be on the sensor area corre‐
sponding to the obstruction detection indication
shown. If the system doe s not recover, have the
vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Deal‐
er.
▼ Parking Sensor Warning Beep
The beeper sounds as follows while the system is operating.
Front Sensor, Rear Sensor
Distance Detec‐
tion area Distance between vehicle and obstruction
Beeper sound*1Front SensorRear Sensor
Farthest distance Approx. 100―60 cm (39.3―23.6
in)
Approx. 150―60 cm (59.0―23.6in)
Slow intermittent
sound
Far distance Approx. 60―45 cm (23.6―17.7
in)
Approx. 60―45 cm (23.6―17.7in)
Medium intermit‐
tent sound
Middle distance Approx. 45―35 cm (17.7―13.7
in)
Approx. 45―35 cm (17.7―13.7in)
Fast intermittent
sound
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Distance Detec‐tion area Distance between vehicle and obstruction
Beeper sound*1Front SensorRear Sensor
Close distance Within approx. 35 cm (13.7 in)
Within approx. 35 cm (13.7 in)
Continuous sound
*1 The rate at which the interm
ittent sound beeps increases as the vehicle approaches the obstruction.
Front Corner Sensor, Rear Corner Sensor
Distance Detection areaDistance between vehicle and obstruction
Beeper sound*1Front/Rear Corner Sensor
Far distance Approx. 55―38 cm (21.7―15.0 in)
Medium intermittent sound
Middle distance Approx. 38―25 cm (15.0―9.8 in)
Fast intermittent sound
Close distance Within approx. 25 cm (9.8 in)
Continuous sound
*1 The rate at which the interm
ittent sound beeps increases as the vehicle approaches the obstruction.
NOTE
If an obstruction is detected in a zone for 6 seconds or more, the beep sound is stopped
(except for the close-distance zone). If the same obstruction is detected in another zone, the
corresponding beep sound is heard.
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