2021 MAZDA MODEL 3 HATCHBACK Owners Manual

The method for parking/stopping
the vehicle using the 360°View
Monitor di ffers depending on the
road circumstances/conditions and
the vehicle conditions. When and
how much you turn the steering
wheel will di ffer depending on the
situation, , therefore always check
the vehicle surroundings directly with
your eyes while using the system.
Also, before using the system, always
make sure that the vehicle can be
parked/stopped in the parking/
stopping space.
NOTE
If there are water droplets, snow, or
mud on the camera lens, wipe it off
using a soft cloth. If the camera lens
is especially dirty, wash it off with
mild detergent.
If the camera lens is touched or there
is any dirt on it, it could a ffect the
screen image. Wipe the lens using a
soft cloth.
If the area where the camera is
installed, such as the front/rear
bumper or door mirrors, has been
damaged in a vehicle accident, the
camera (position, installation angle)
may have shifted. Always consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer to have
the vehicle inspected.
If the camera is subjected to
excessive changes in temperature
such as by pouring hot water on the
camera during cold weather, the
360°View Monitor may not operate
normally.
If the vehicle is driven during cold
temperatures and the camera
temperature decreases, the top view
and the side view may become
u n c l ea r. H o we v e r, t h i s d o e s n o t
indicate a problem. If the vehicle is
stopped for a while and the camera
temperature increases, the top view
and the side view will return to the
normal condition.
If the battery voltage is low, the
screen might be temporarily di fficult
to view, however, this does not
indicate a problem.
The 360°View Monitor has
limitations. Objects under the
bumper or near both ends of the
bumper cannot be displayed.
Obstructions above the upper image
range of the camera are not
displayed.
Under the following conditions, the
screen might be di fficult to view,
however this does not indicate a
problem.
The temperature near the lens is
high/low.
Rainy conditions, water droplets
on the camera, or high humidity.
Mud or foreign matter near the
camera.
Extremely bright light such as
sunlight or headlights hitting the
camera lens directly.
The surroundings are illuminated
by vehicle lights, fluorescent lights,
or LED lights (display may flicker).
Extremely small dark or white dots
appear on the screen (dots may
fl icker).
Because the 360°View Monitor
camera uses a special lens, the
distance displayed on the screen
di ffers from the actual distance.
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Obstructions displayed on the screen
may appear differently than in
actuality. (Obstructions may appear
fallen, larger, or longer than they
actually are.)
Do not apply stickers to a camera or
the area around it. In addition, do
not install accessories or an
illuminated number/character
license plate to the area around a
camera. Otherwise, the camera may
not correctly display the surrounding
conditions.
Images displayed on the monitor
from the 360° view monitor camera
are reversed images (mirror images).
Free/open source software
information
This product includes free/open
sources. Information about the
licensing and source code is available
at the following URL.
https://www.denso.com/
global/en/opensource/svss/
mazda/
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▼Types of Images Displayed on the Screen
Top view/Front view
Displays the image of the area around the vehicle and the vehicle front.
1. Top view screen
2. Front view screen
3. “Check surroundings for sa
fety.” message is displayed

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Top view/Front wide view
Displays the image of the area around the vehicle and the front of the vehicle
(wide-area).
1. Top view screen
2. Front wide view screen
3. “Check surroundings for safety.” message is displayed

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Side view
Displays the image of the left and right sides of the vehicle.
1. Left side view screen
2. Right side view screen
3. “Check surroundings for safety.” message is displayed

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To p v i e w/ R e a r v i e w
Displays the image of the area around the vehicle and the rear of the vehicle.
1. Top view screen
2. Rear view screen
3. “Check surroundings for safety.” message is displayed

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Top view/Rear wide view
Displays the image of the area around the vehicle and the rear of the vehicle
(wide-area).
1. Top view screen
2. Rear wide view screen
3. “Check surroundings for safety.” message is displayed
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▼How to Use the System
Top view/Front view, Top view/Front wide view, Side view
Indication
Images are displayed on the screen when the 360°View Monitor switch is pressed
with all of the foll
owing conditions met.
The ignition is switched ON.The shift lever/selector lever is in a position other than R.

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