2020 MAZDA MODEL 6 park assist

▼Park Assist Sensor System Operation
When the parking sensor switch i
s 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 activated, 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 d epending on the distance to an obstruction detected by the
sensor.
When Driving
Parking Sensor System
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6. Slide the contact or move it using thecommander switch, then select
.
Changing contact name of your
favorites
1. Select the
icon on the home screen
to display the Communication screen.
2. Select
to display the favorites
list.
3. Select
.
4. Select
.
5. Select the contact to display the keyboard screen.
6. If a new name is input and
is
selected, the contact name is stored.
NOTE
If the contact is long-pressed when the
favorites list is displayed, the contact
information can be edited (deleted,
moved).
Telephone Number Input
NOTE
Practice this while parked until you are
confident you can do it while driving in a
non-taxing road situation. If you are not
completely comfortable, make all calls
from a safe parking position, and only
start driving when you can devote your
full attention to driving.
1. Select the
icon on the home screen
to display the Communication screen.
2. When
is pressed, the dial pad
is displayed.
3. Input the telephone number using the dial pad.
4. Select
to make the call.
Numeral or symbol entry
Use the dial pad.
Long-press the
to input +.
Select
to delete the currently input
value.
Long-press
to delete all input values.
Redial Function
Makes a call to the last person called
(latest person on outgoing call record)
from the mobile phone/vehicle.
1. Press the talk button.
2. Wait for the beep sound.
3. Say: “Redial”
Call back Function
Makes a call to the last person who called
your (latest person on incoming call
record) mobile phone/vehicle.
1. Press the talk button.
2. Wait for the beep sound.
3. Say: “Call back”
Automatic 911 dial ing (U.S.A./Canada
only)
If the vehicle is involved in a moderate to
severe collision, a call is made
automatically to 911 from the connected
device. The “Emergency Assistance Call”
setting must be on.
Refer to Communication Settings on page
5-65.
CAUTION
Though the system can be set to not call
911, doing so will defe at the purpose of the
system. Mazda recommends that the
Automatic 911 dialing system remain
activated.
Interior Features
Audio Set
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SignalWarning
Power Steering Mal‐
function Indication*
The message is displayed if the electric power steering has a m alfunction.
If the message is displayed, st op the vehicle in a safe place a nd do not operate the
steering wheel. There is no problem if the message in the displ ay turns off after a
while. Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer if the message is dis played continuously.
NOTE
If the message is displayed, the power steering will not operate normally. In this
case, the steering wheel can still be operated, however, the operation may feel
heavy compared to normal, or the stee ring wheel could vibrate when turning.
Repeatedly jerking the steering wheel left and right while the vehicle is stopped or
moving extremely slowly will cause the po wer steering system to go into protective
mode which will make the steering feel heavy, but this does not indicate a problem.
If this occurs, park the vehicle safely and wait several minutes for the system to
return to normal.
Power Steering Mal‐ function Indicator
Light
*
The light illuminates/flashes if the electric power steering ha s a malfunction.
If the light illuminates/flashes, stop the vehicle in a safe pl ace and do not operate the
steering wheel. There is no problem if the light turns off afte r a while. Contact an Au‐
thorized Mazda Dealer if the lig ht illuminates/flashes continuously.
NOTE
If the indicator light illuminates/flashes , the power steering will not operate nor ‐
mally. If this happens, th e steering wheel can still be operated, however, the opera ‐
tion may feel heavy compared to normal, or the steering wheel could vibrate when
turning.
Repeatedly jerking the steering wheel left and right while the vehicle is stopped or
moving extremely slowly will cause the po wer steering system to go into protective
mode which will make the steering feel heavy, but this does not indicate a problem.
If this occurs, park the vehicle safely and wait several minutes for the system to
return to normal.
▼ Contact Authorized Mazda Deal
er and Have Vehicle Inspected
If any of the following warning lights o r the indicator light turns on/flashes, the system may
have a malfunction. Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have your vehicle inspected.
SignalWarning
ABS Warning LightIf the ABS warning light stays
on while you're driving, the ABS control unit has detected
a system malfunction. If this occurs, your brakes will function normally as if the vehicle
had no ABS.
Should this happen, consult an A uthorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
NOTE
When the engine is jump-started to charge the battery, uneven rpm occurs and the ABS
warning light may illuminate. If this occurs, it is the result of the weak battery and does
not indicate an ABS malfunction.
Recharge the battery.
The brake assist system does not operate while the ABS warning light is illuminated.
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
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SignalWarning
Selective Catalytic
Reduction (SCR)
Warning Light
*
If the light turns on
The amount of Diesel Exhaust Flui d (DEF) is low or too much was added. Check the mes‐
sage indicated on the display a nd consult an Authorized Mazda D ealer.
NOTE
If the vehicle continues to be driven while the SCR warning light is turned on, the vehi ‐
cle's speed may be restricted.
If the light is flashing
There is a problem with the SCR sy stem or the remaining amount of DEF is extremely
low. Check the message indicated on the display and have the vehicle inspected by an Au‐
thorized Mazda Dealer.
CAUTION
If the vehicle continues to be driven while th e SCR warning light is flashing, the vehicle may
stop running. If the SCR warnin g light flashes, have the vehicle inspected immediately at an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Automatic Trans‐
axle Warning Indi‐ cation/Warning
Light
*
The indication/light illuminates when the transaxle has a problem.
CAUTION
If the automatic transaxle warning indication/ light illuminates, the transaxle has an electri‐
cal problem. Continuing to drive your Mazda in this condition could cause damage to your
transaxle. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
AWD Warning Indi‐
cation*
“4WD System Malfunction” is displayed
The indication is displayed under the following conditions. The system may have a mal‐
function. Have the vehicle checked at an Authorized Mazda Deale r.
When there is a malfunction in the AWD system.When there is a large difference between the tire size of the front and rear wheels.
“4WD System High Load” is displayed
The indication is displayed unde r the following conditions. Park the vehicle in a safe place
and check that the warning indi cation light turns off, and then drive the vehicle. Contact
an Authorized Mazda Dealer if th e indication is continuously displayed.
When the differential oil temp erature is excessively high.When there is a large difference between the front and rear whe el rotation, such as
when trying to remove the vehicle from mud.
(Turns on)
TCS/DSC Indicator Light If the light stays on, the TCS, DSC or the brake assist system may have a malfunction and
they may not operate correctly.
Take your vehicle to an Authori zed Mazda Dealer.
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
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Function and how it can be changed (underlined item is initial setting)
The type of Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) & Lane Depar‐
ture Warning System (LDWS) warning can be changed. Vi b r a t i o n
/Beep/Rumbl.
The warning intensi‐
ty/volume of the sys‐
tem can be changed. Vibration High/Low
Rumbl.
High/Mid/Low
Beep High/Low
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) (page 4-127)
The system can be changed so that Blind Spot Monitoring
(BSM) does not operate.
*1On/Off
Warning beep volume
*2High/Low/Off
Distance Recognition Support System (DRSS) (page 4-141)
The system can be changed so that Distance Recognition
Support System (DRSS) does not operate.
*1On/Off
The distance at which the vehic le ahead and your vehicle in‐
dicated in the display flashe s in white can be changed. Far/Med./Near
Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR)*3 (page 4-133)
The Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR) can be set to
inoperable.
*1On/Off
The warning pattern of the ex cessive speed warning can be
changed. Off
/Visual/Audio & Visual
The activation timing for th e excessive speed warning can
be changed. +0 km/h (+0 mph)
/+5 km/h (+5 mph)/+10 km/h
(+10 mph)
360°View Monitor (page 4-183)
Setting can be changed so that the 360° view monitor is au‐
tomatically displayed when th e ignition is switched to ON. On/Off
Setting can be changed so that
the display of the estimated
forward line of progress is not displayed. On/Off
Setting can be changed so that the top view/front view dis‐
played while the vehicle is m oving in the forward direction
after reversing is not displayed. On
/Off
Parking sensor system (page 4-246)
Display
*4/non-display On/Off
*1 Though these systems can be tur
ned Off, doing so will defeat the purpose of the system and Mazda
recommends that these systems remain On.
*2 Only the volume of the warning beep during Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) operation ca n be changed. The
volume of the warning beep during Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCT A) operation cannot be changed.
*3 This system functions only when the navigation system is funct ioning.*4 When the ultrasonic sensors detect an obstruction, the contents indicated on the center display switches to the
360°View Monitor.
Specifications
Personalization Features
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Index
A
Accessory Socket.............................. 5-88
Active driving display....................... 4-63
Active Driving Display..................... 4-63
Adaptive Front Lighting System
(AFS)............................................... 4-123
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and
Accessories........................................ 8-20
Advanced Key
Advanced keyless entry system... 3-10
Operational range........................ 3-11
Advanced Keyless Entry System...... 3-10
Advanced Smart City Brake Support
(Advanced SCBS)........................... 4-174 Collision warning.... .................. 4-176
Stopping the Advanced Smart City
Brake Support (Advanced SCBS)
system operation........................ 4-176
Air Bag Systems............................... 2-53
Air Bag/Seat Belt Pr etensioner System
Warning Beep.................................... 7-45
Antilock Brake System (ABS)........ 4-109
Armrest Box...................................... 5-93
Audio Control Switch Adjusting the Volume.................... 5-9
Seek Switch................................... 5-9
Audio Set Android Auto™........................... 5-37
Apple CarPlay™......................... 5-34
Applications................................. 5-69
AUX.............................................5-27
Bluetooth®.................................. 5-41
Radio............................................5-19
Satellite Radio........ ..................... 5-23
Settings........................................ 5-18
Troubleshooting.......... ................. 5-70
USB............................................. 5-28
Voice Recognition.... ................... 5-66
Audio System Antenna........................................5-12
Appendix..................................... 5-76
Audio Control Switch................... 5-9
Audio Set..................................... 5-13
AUX/USB mode..........................5-10
Before Using the Audio System.... 5-9
AUTOHOLD................................... 4-103
AUTOHOLD Warning Beep.............7-47
Automatic Transaxle......................... 4-68 Active Adaptive Shift (AAS)...... 4-70
Automatic transaxle controls....... 4-68
Direct mode................................. 4-76
Driving tips..................................4-76
Manual shift mode.......................4-71
Shift-lock system......................... 4-69
Transaxle ranges.......................... 4-69
B
Battery............................................... 6-42Maintenance.................................6-44
Replacement................................ 6-44
Specifications.................................9-4
Battery Runs Out.............................. 7-15 Jump-starting............................... 7-15
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)........ 4-127 Canceling operation of Blind Spot
Monitoring (BSM).....................4-132
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) Warning
Beep...................................................7-48
Bluetooth® Bluetooth® Audio....................... 5-47
Bluetooth® Hands-Free...............5-57
Bluetooth® Preparation............... 5-44
Body Lubrication.............................. 6-37
Bottle Holder..................................... 5-91
Brakes Brake assist................................ 4-102
Electric parking brake (EPB)...... 4-99
Foot brake....................................4-98
Pad wear indicator..................... 4-101
Parking brake...............................4-99
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Index
Outside mirrors............................ 3-29
Rearview mirror.......................... 3-31
Mirror Defogger.......... ...................... 4-88
Moonroof...........................................3-37
Multi-information Display (Type
A).......................................................4-15
Multi-information Display (Type
B)....................................................... 4-33
Multi-information Display (Type
C)....................................................... 4-51
O
Outside Mirrors................................. 3-29
Overhead Console............................. 5-92
Overhead Lights................................ 5-84
Overheating....................................... 7-20
Overloading....................................... 3-49
Owner Maintenance
Closing the hood......................... 6-22
Engine compartment overview.... 6-23
Key battery replacement..............6-44
Opening the hood.................. ...... 6-21
Owner maintenance
precautions................................... 6-19
P
Parking Brake....................................4-99
Parking Sensor System................... 4-242 Park assist sensor system
operation.................................... 4-246
Sensor detection range.............. 4-244
Personalization Features....................9-11
Power Steering................................ 4-119
Power Steering Warning Buzzer....... 7-48
Power Windows................................ 3-34
R
Radar Sensors (Rear)...................... 4-218
Radar Sensor (Front).......................4-215
Rearview Mirror................................3-31
Rear Coat Hooks............................... 5-95
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA).... 4-145
Rear Door Child Safet y Locks.......... 3-17
Rear Seat........................................... 2-15
Rear View Monitor......................... 4-234
Displayable range on the
screen......................................... 4-236
Picture quality adjustment......... 4-241
Rear view monitor operation..... 4-237
Rear view parking camera
location...................................... 4-235
Switching to the rear view monitor
display........................................4-235
Variance between actual road
conditions and displayed
image......................................... 4-240
Viewing the display................... 4-237
Rear Window Defogger.................... 4-87
Recommended Oil.............................6-25
Recording of Vehicle Data................ 8-23
Recreational Towing......................... 3-52
Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign
Country.............................................. 8-19
Replacement Fuse..............................................6-56
Key battery.................................. 6-44
Light bulbs...................................6-52
Tires............................................. 6-50
Wheel........................................... 6-51
Wiper........................................... 6-38
Request Switch Inoperable Warning
Beep (With the advanced keyless
function)............................................ 7-47
Rocking the Vehicle.......................... 3-46
S
Safety Defects, Reporting................. 8-15
Saving Fuel and Protection of the
Environment...................................... 3-44
Scheduled Maintenance...................... 6-4
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