2021 MAZDA MODEL CX-9 parking sensors

Parking Sensor System (Mazda Connect (Type B))*
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 ultrasonic sensor
Front corner ultrasonic sensor
Rear ultrasonic
sensor
Front ultrasonic 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 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.
When Driving
Parking Sensor System (Mazda Connect (Type B))
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Under extremely hot or cold weather conditions.
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.
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.
When installing a trailer hitch, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
When Driving
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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 restor e automatically even when the vehicle speed is
decreased to 10 km/h (6 mph) or less.
When the ignition is switched OFF, the syst em status before it was turned off is
maintained. For example, if th e 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 parking sensor switch has
been turned on.
The sensors detect obstructions under the following conditions:
Sensor Condition
Front Ultrasonic Sensor The selector lever is in any position exce
pt reverse (R), and the vehicle speed is
about 10 km/h (6 mph) or less.
Front Corner Ultrasonic
Sensor The vehicle speed is about 10 km/h (6 mph) or less.
Rear Ultrasonic Sensor The selector lever is in reverse (R).
Rear Corner Ultrasonic
Sensor The selector lever is in reverse (R), and the vehicle speed is ab
out 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.
The vehicle speed is 10 km/h (6 mph) or more. (Except rear sensor)
When Driving
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Index
Parking Sensor System (Mazda Connect
(Type B))......................................... 4-282
Power Liftgate................................... 3-22
Power Liftgate Warning Beep........... 7-49
Power Steering................................ 4-113
Power Steering Warning Buzzer....... 7-50
Power Windows................................ 3-39
R
Radar Sensors (Rear)...................... 4-243
Radar Sensor (Front).......................4-240
Rearview Mirror................................3-36
Rear Coat Hooks............................... 5-73
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA).... 4-139
Rear Door Child Safety Locks.......... 3-19
Rear View Monitor (Mazda Connect
(Type A))......................................... 4-256Displayable range on the
screen......................................... 4-258
Picture quality adjustmen.......... 4-262
Rear view monitor operation..... 4-259
Rear view parking camera
location...................................... 4-257
Switching to the rear view monitor
display........................................4-257
Variance between actual road
conditions and displayed
image......................................... 4-261
Viewing the display................... 4-259
Rear View Monitor (Mazda Connect
(Type B))......................................... 4-264 Displayable range on the
screen......................................... 4-266
Rear view monitor operation..... 4-267
Rear view parking camera
location...................................... 4-265
Switching to the rear view monitor
display........................................4-265
Variance between actual road
conditions and displayed
image......................................... 4-270
Viewing the display................... 4-267
Rear Window Defogger.................... 4-82
Rear Window Washer... .................... 4-81
Rear Window Wiper......................... 4-81
Recommended Oil.............................6-20
Recording of Vehicle Data................ 8-22
Recreational Towing......................... 3-65
Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign
Country.............................................. 8-18
Replacement
Fuse..............................................6-46
Key battery.................................. 6-32
Light bulbs...................................6-38
Tires............................................. 6-36
Wheel........................................... 6-37
Wiper........................................... 6-25
Request Switch Inoperable Warning
Beep (With the advanced keyless
function)............................................ 7-49
Rocking the Vehicle.......................... 3-51
S
Safety Defects, Reporting................. 8-14
Saving Fuel and Protection of the
Environment...................................... 3-49
Scheduled Maintenance...................... 6-4
Seat Driving position memory............ 2-10
Seats.................................................... 2-5 Front seat....................................... 2-5
Head restraint.............................. 2-28
Seat ventilation............................ 2-33
Seat warmer................................. 2-31
Second-row seat.......................... 2-15
Second-Row Seat (Captain Seat
Type)............................................ 2-22
Third-row seat............................. 2-26
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