2020 MAZDA MODEL CX-9 Owners Manual (in English)

When there is a steep grade behind the vehicle
When there is a steep upgrade (downgrade) behind the vehicle, the object displayed on the
screen appears farther (downgrade: closer) than the actual distance.
Appears
farther than
actual
distanceAppears
closer than
actual
distance
Object at actual
position
Object at actual position
Object on screen
A: Distance between the vehicle and object displayed on the screen.
B: Actual distance between the vehicle and object. Object on screen
A
AB
B
Three-dimensional obje ct on vehicle rear
Because the distance guide lines are displayed based on a flat surface, the distance to the
three-dimensional object displayed on the scr een is different from the actual distance.
A
A
C B
CB
(Actual distance) B>C=A
Sensed distance on screen A>B>C (Screen display)
(Actual condition)
▼Picture Quality Adjustment
WA R N I N G
Always adjust the picture quality of the rear view monitor while the vehicle is stopped:
Do not adjust the picture quality of the rear vi
ew monitor while driving the vehicle. Adjusting
the picture quality of the rear view monitor such as brightness, contrast, color, and tint while
driving the vehicle is dangerous as it could dist ract your attention from the vehicle operation
which could lead to an accident.
Picture quality adjustment can be done while the selector lever is in reverse (R).
When Driving
Rear View Monitor
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There are 4 settings which can be adjusted including, brightness, contrast, tint, and color.
When adjusting, pay sufficient attention to the vehicle surroundings.
1. Select the
icon on the screen to display the tabs.
2. Select the desired tab item.
3. Adjust the brightness, contrast, tint, and color using the slider.
If you need to reset, press the reset button.
4. Select the
icon on the screen to close the tab.
When Driving
Rear View Monitor
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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 approximate distance from the
vehicle to the surrounding obstruction.

Rear corner sensor
Front corner sensor
Rear sensor
Front sensorSome models.
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.
When Driving
Parking Sensor System
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The vehicle is driven on bumps, inclines, gravel, or grass covered roads.
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.
(With front sensor and front corner sensor)
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.
(Without front sensor and front corner sensor)
The system may have a malfunction if the beep does not operate. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
(With front sensor and front corner sensor)
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.
When Driving
Parking Sensor System
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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 59.0 in)
Viewing distance display
Display
Distance between vehicle and obstruction
Without 360° view monitor With 360° viewmonitor Front Sensor
*/Front
Corner Sensor*Rear Sensor/Rear Corner Sensor
Without front sen-
sor and front cor- ner sensor With front sensor
and front 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)
When Driving
Parking Sensor System
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DisplayDistance between vehicle and obstruction
Without 360° view monitor With 360° viewmonitor Front Sensor
*/Front
Corner Sensor*Rear Sensor/Rear Corner Sensor
Without front sen-
sor and front cor- ner sensor With front sensor
and front 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)
When Driving
Parking Sensor System
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▼Park Assist Sensor System Operation
With front sensor and front corner sensor
The switch can be activated when the ignition is switched ON, the selector lever is in any
position except reverse (R), and the vehicle
speed is about 10 km/h (6 mph) or less.
When the parking sensor switch is pressed, a beep sound is heard, the obstruction detection
indication is displayed in the audio screen, and the indicator light in the switch illuminates.

Indicator light
NOTE
If the system is cancelled, it will not restore automatically even when the vehicle speed is
decreased to 10 km/h (6 mph) or less.
When the ignition is switched OFF, the system status before it was turned off is
maintained. For example, if the ignition is switched OFF while the parking sensor is
activated, the system will be activated when the ignition is switched ON the next time.
Sensor detection condition
The system can be used when the ignition is switched ON and the Park Assist Sensor
Switch has been turned on.
The sensors detect obstructions under the following conditions:
Sensor Condition
Front Sensor The selector lever is in any position ex
cept reverse (R), and the vehicle speed is
about 10 km/h (6 mph) or less.
Front Corner Sensor The vehicle speed is about 10 km/h (6 mph) or less.
Rear Sensor The selector lever is in reverse (R).
Rear Corner Sensor The selector lever is in reverse (R), and
the vehicle speed is about 10 km/h (6 mph)
or less.
The system is cancelled under the following conditions:
The parking sensor switch is pressed while the parking sensor is in operation.
When Driving
Parking Sensor System
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The vehicle speed is 10 km/h (6 mph) or more. (Except rear sensor)
Without front sensor and front corner sensor
When the ignition is swit ched ON and the selector lever is shifted to the reverse (R), the
beep sound activates and the system is enabled for use.
The sensors detect obstructions under the following conditions:
Sensor Condition
Rear Sensor The selector lever is in reverse (R).
Rear Corner Sensor The selector lever is in reverse (R), and the vehicle speed is ab
out 10 km/h (6 mph)
or less.
▼ Obstruction Detection Indication
The position of a sensor which has detected an obstruction is indicated. The gauge
illuminates in different areas depending on the distance to an obstruction detected by the
sensor.
As the vehicle approaches closer to an obstruction, the zone in the gauge closer to the
vehicle illuminates.

With 360° view monitorWithout 360° view monitor
Left front
corner sensor Right front
corner sensor
Rear sensor Rear sensor
Left rear
corner sensor Left front
corner sensor
Left rear
corner sensor
Right rear
corner sensor Right front
corner sensor
Right rear
corner sensor
Front sensor
Front sensor
Some models
NOTE
The detection indicator can switch between display and non-display.
Refer to Personalization Features on page 9-9.
System problem notification
If a problem occurs, the driver is notified of the problem by the following indications.
When Driving
Parking Sensor System
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