2021 MAZDA MODEL 6 Owners Manual

Three-dimensional object 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 screen is different f rom 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
WARNING
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 must be done while the selector leve r is in reverse (R).
There are four settings which ca n be adjusted including, brightness, contrast, tint, and color.
When adjusting, pay sufficient attention to the vehicle surroun dings.
1. Select the
icon on the screen to display the tabs.
2. Select the desired tab item.
3. Adjust the brightness, contras t, 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.
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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 lo w 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.

Front sensor
Front corner sensor Rear sensor
Rear corner 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 opera ting 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 th e 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 norma lly 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 beep does not operate or the indicator light
does not illuminate when the parking sensor 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 i ndicator light flashes. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
The beeper which indicates a system malf unction 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.
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▼Sensor Detection Range
The sensors detect obstruction
s within the following range.

Front ultrasonic sensor detection range
Front corner ultrasonic sensor detection range Rear ultrasonic sensor detection range
Rear corner ultrasonic sensor detection range
B
A
D
C A: About 55 cm (About 21.6 in)
B: About 55 cm (About 21.6 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
Front ultrasonic sensor/Front ul‐ trasonic corner sensor Rear ultrasonic sensor/Rear ultra‐
sonic corner sensor
Green
Front ultrasonic sensor:
Approx. 100―60 cm (39.3―23.6 in) Rear ultrasonic sensor:
Approx. 150―60 cm (59.0―23.6 in)
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DisplayDistance between vehicle and obstruction
Front ultrasonic sensor/Front ul‐ trasonic corner sensor Rear ultrasonic sensor/Rear ultra‐
sonic corner sensor
Yellow
Front ultrasonic sensor:
Approx. 60―45 cm (23.6―17.7 in) Front corner ultrasonic sensor:
Approx. 55―38 cm (21.6―14.9 in) Rear ultrasonic sensor:
Approx. 60―45 cm (23.6―17.7 in) Rear corner ultrasonic sensor:
Approx. 55―38 cm (21.6―14.9 in)
Amber
Front ultrasonic sensor:
Approx. 45―35 cm (17.7―13.7 in)
Front corner ultrasonic sensor:
Approx. 38―25 cm (14.9―9.8 in) Rear ultrasonic sensor:
Approx. 45―35 cm (17.7―13.7 in)
Rear corner ultrasonic sensor:
Approx. 38―25 cm (14.9―9.8 in)
Red
Front ultrasonic sensor:
Within approx. 35 cm (13.7 in)
Front corner ultrasonic sensor: Within approx. 25 cm (9.8 in) Rear ultrasonic sensor:
Within approx. 35 cm (13.7 in)
Rear corner ultrasonic sensor:Within approx. 25 cm (9.8 in)
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▼Parking 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 ultrasonic sensors/front corner ultrasonic
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.
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▼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.
As the vehicle approaches closer to an obstruction, the zone in the gauge closer to the
vehicle illuminates.

Rear ultrasonic sensor
Left front corner
ultrasonic sensor
Left rear corner
ultrasonic sensor
Right front corner
ultrasonic sensor
Right rear corner
ultrasonic sensor
Front ultrasonic sensor
NOTE
The detection indicator can switch
between display and non-display.
Refer to the Settings section in the Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.
When the detection indicator is set to “Display”, even with the 360° view monitor not
displayed, if a front ultrasonic sensor or a front corner ultrasonic sensor detects an
obstruction, the 360° view monitor switches automatically to display. When an obstruction
is no longer detected, the display switches to the display before the obstruction was
detected. However, while the 360° view monito r is displayed, it continues to display no
matter if an obstruction is detected or not.
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.
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Detection IndicatorSolution
System mal‐ function
The system may have a malfunction. Have the
vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Deal‐
er as soon as possible.
Frost/soiling
Foreign matter may be on the sensor area corre‐
sponding to the obstructio n 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 Ultrasonic Sensor, Rear Ultrasonic Sensor
Distance detec‐
tion area Distance between vehicle and obstruction
Beeper sound*1Front ultrasonic sensorRear ultrasonic 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
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