A vehicle approaching from the
rear left and right side of your
vehicle makes a right or left turn
directly in front of your vehicle.
A vehicle overtakes your vehicle
while it is stopped.
Your vehicle is in an area where
strong radio waves or electrical
noise may occur such as near a
television tower or power plant.
In the following cases, the
i-ACTIVSENSE warning indication/
warning light turns on and operation
of the system is stopped. If the
i-ACTIVSENSE warning indication/
warning light remains illuminated,
have the vehicle inspected at an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible.
Some problem with the system
including the Blind Spot
Monitoring (BSM) warning
indicator lights has occurred.
A large deviation in the installation
position of a rear side radar sensor
on the vehicle has occurred.
There is a large accumulation of
snow or ice on the rear bumper
near a rear side radar sensor.
Driving on snow-covered roads for
long periods.
The temperature near the radar
sensors becomes extremely hot
due to driving for long periods on
slopes during the summer.
The battery voltage has decreased.Under the following conditions, the
rear side radar sensor cannot detect
approaching vehicles or it might be
difficult to detect them, and the
system may not operate normally.
The vehicle speed when reversing
is about 15 km/h (9 mph) or
faster.
The rear side radar sensor
detection area is obstructed by a
nearby wall or parked vehicle.
(Reverse the vehicle to a position
where the radar sensor detection
area is no longer obstructed.)
1. Your vehicle
A vehicle is approaching directly
from the rear of your vehicle.
1. Your vehicle
The vehicle is parked at an angle.
1. Your vehicle
Directly after the RCTA system
becomes operable using the
personalization feature.
Radio wave interference from a
radar sensor equipped on a nearby
parked vehicle.
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sides while you are driving in reverse,
you are notified of possible danger by
a warning sound and a warning
indication on the display.
Furthermore, if the possibility of a
collision increases, brake control is
performed to reduce damage in the
event of a collision.
WARNING
Always check the surrounding area
visually when reversing the vehicle:
The operation of the Rear Crossing
detection function has certain
limitations. Therefore, the function
might not operate or it might be
delayed even if there is a vehicle
passing through the rear of your
vehicle. Always make it your
responsibility as a driver to check the
rear.
Do not rely completely on the Rear
Crossing detection function:
The Rear Crossing detection function
operates on vehicles while you are
driving in reverse. It will not operate on
walls, pedestrians, or animals.
Operation conditions
The Rear Crossing detection function
operates when all of the following
conditions are met.
The engine is running.The SBS is on.(Automatic transmission)
The selector lever is in the R position.
(Manual transmission)
The shift lever is in the R position.
The vehicle speed is about 10 km/h
(6.2 mph) or slower.
The vehicle speed of an approaching
vehicle is about 3 km/h (2 mph) or
faster.
There is no problem with the DSC.
NOTE
When any of the following
conditions is met, the i-ACTIVSENSE
warning indication/warning light is
turned on and the system operation
is stopped. If the i-ACTIVSENSE
warning indication/warning light
remains on, have the vehicle
inspected by an Authorized Mazda
Dealer as soon as possible.
There is a problem with the
system.
A large deviation in the installation
position of a rear side radar sensor
on the vehicle has occurred.
Snow, ice, or mud is adhering
around a rear side radar sensor.
The temperature around a rear side
radar sensor is high.
Driving on snow-covered roads for
long periods.
The battery voltage has decreased.When any of the following
conditions is met, the Rear Crossing
detection function will not detect
approaching vehicles or they may bedifficult to detect.
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If the vehicle is driven during cold
temperatures and the camera
temperature decreases, the top view
and the side view may become
unclear. However, this does not
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 difficult
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 difficult 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.
The area around the vehicle is
dark.
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
flicker).
An object is close to a camera.
Because the 360°View Monitor
camera uses a special lens, the
distance displayed on the screendiffers from the actual distance.
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.
Only rear and rear wide 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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Under the following conditions, the
front radar sensor may not be able to
detect vehicles ahead or
obstructions.
The beginning and end of a curve.Roads with continuous curves.Narrow lane roads due to road
construction or lane closures.
The vehicle ahead enters the radar
sensor's blind spot.
The vehicle ahead is running
abnormally due to accident or
vehicle damage.
Roads with repeated up and down
slopes
Driving on poor roads or unpaved
roads.
The distance between your vehicle
and the vehicle ahead is extremely
short.
A vehicle suddenly comes close,
such as by cutting into your lane.
To prevent incorrect operation of the
system, use tires of the samespecified size, manufacturer, brand,
and tread pattern on all four wheels.
In addition, do not use tires with
significantly
different wear patterns
or tire pressures on the same vehicle
(Including the temporary spare tire).
If the battery power is weak, the
system may not operate correctly.
When driving on roads with little traffic and few vehicles ahead or
obstructions for the front radar
sensor to detect, “Safety and Driver
Support Systems Temporarily
Disabled. Front Radar Obscured.
Drive Safely” may be temporarily
displayed, however, this does not
indicate a problem.
The radar sensors are regulated by
the relevant radio wave laws of the
country in which the vehicle is
driven. If the vehicle is driven
abroad, authorization from the
country in which the vehicle is driven
may be required.
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Please note that the TPMS is not a
substitute for proper tire
maintenance, and it is the driver's
responsibility to maintain correct tire
pressure, even if under-inflation has
not reached the level to trigger
illumination of the TPMS low tire
pressure telltale.
Your vehicle has also been equipped
with a TPMS malfunction indicator to
indicate when the system is not
operating properly.
The TPMS malfunction indicator is
combined with the low tire pressure
telltale. When the system detects a
malfunction, the telltale will flash for
approximately one minute and then
remain continuously illuminated.
This sequence will continue upon
subsequent vehicle start-ups as long
as the malfunction exists. When the
malfunction indicator is illuminated,
the system may not be able to detect
or signal low tire pressure as
intended. TPMS malfunctions may
occur for a variety of reasons,
including the installation of
replacement or alternate tires or
wheels on the vehicle that prevent
the TPMS from functioning properly.
Always check the TPMS malfunction
telltale after replacing one or more
tires or wheels on your vehicle to
ensure that the replacement or
alternate tires and wheels allow the
TPMS to continue to function
properly.
To avoid false readings, the system
samples for a little while before
indicating a problem. As a result it
will not instantaneously register a
rapid tire deflation or blow out.▼ If there is a problem with the Tire
Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS)
If the TPMS warning light flashes, there
may be a problem with the system.
Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer
to have the system inspected.
Refer to Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS) Warning Indication/
Warning Light (Flashing) on page
7-33.
In the following cases, the system
cannot recognize the tire pressures
correctly and the TPMS warning light
may
flash.
There is equipment or a device
nearby emitting radio signals the
same as a tire pressure sensor.
A metallic object such as a
non-genuine electronic device is
installed near the center of the
dashboard (obstructs the radio
signals from the tire pressure sensors
to the receiver).
A device such as one of the following
is used in the cabin.
Electronic devices such as a
computer.
Converter devices such as a
DC-AC converter.
There is a large accumulation of
snow or ice around the vehicle tires.
The battery in a tire pressure sensor
is dead.
A wheel not equipped with a tire
pressure sensor is used.
Tires employing steel in the sidewall
of the tire are installed.
Tire chains are used.
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Operating Tips
▼Operating Tips
Operate the climate control system
with the engine running.
To prevent the battery from being
discharged, do not leave the fan
control switch on for a long period of
time with the ignition switched ON
when the engine is not running.
Clear all obstructions such as leaves,
snow and ice from the hood and the
air inlet in the cowl grille to improve
the system efficiency.
Use the climate control system to
defog the windows and dehumidify
the air.
The recirculate mode should be used
when driving through tunnels or
while in a
traffic jam, or when you
would like to shut off outside air for
quick cooling of the interior.
Use the outside air position for
ventilation or windshield defrosting.
If the vehicle has been parked in
direct sunlight during hot weather,
open the windows to let warm air
escape, then run the climate control
system.
Run the air conditioner about 10
minutes at least once a month to
keep internal parts lubricated.
Have the air conditioner checked
before the weather gets hot. Lack of
refrigerant may make the air
conditioner less efficient.
The refrigerant specifications are
indicated on a label attached to the
inside of the engine compartment. If
the wrong type of refrigerant is used,
it could result in a serious
malfunction of the air conditioner.
Consult a professional, government certified repairer for the inspection
or repair because a special device is
required for the air conditioner
maintenance.
For details, consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
1. Label
Interior Features
Climate Control System
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Do not adjust a mobile device or a similar product while driving the vehicle:
Adjusting a mobile device or a similar produ ct while driving the vehicle is dangerous
as it could distract your attention from the vehicle operation which could lead to a
serious accident. Always adjust a mobile device or a similar product while the
vehicle is stopped.
CAUTION
For the purposes of safe driving, adjust the audio volume to a level that allows you
to hear sounds outside of the vehicle including car horns and particularly emergency
vehicle sirens.
NOTE
Do not use Mazda Connect for a long ti me with the engine stopped. Otherwise,
the battery power could be depleted.
If a mobile phone or CB radio is used in or near the vehicle, it could cause noise to
occur from the audio system. However, this does not indicate a problem.
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Sunvisors
▼Sunvisors
Lower the sunvisor to block sunlight
from the front.
To block sunlight from the side, lower
and unhook the sunvisor, and then
swing it to the side.
▼
Side Extension Sunvisors*
The visor extender extends the
sunvisor's range of sun shading.
To u s e , p u l l i t o u t .
CAUTION
When moving the sunvisor, retract the
visor extender to it
s original position.
Otherwise, the visor extender could hit
the rearview mirror.
▼ Va n i t y M i r ro rs
To use the vanity mirror, lower the
sunvisor.
If your vehicle is equipped with a
vanity mirror light, it will illuminate
when you open the cover.
The vanity mirror will only illuminate in
the tilt range shown in the figure.
1. Vanity mirror light
2. On
3. Off
NOTE
If a vanity mirror light is left on with the
ignition switched OFF, the light is
turned off automatically to prevent the
battery from being discharged.
The vanity mirror light can be turned
on again by doing any of the following
operations:
Opening/closing any door.Unlocking any door.Switching the ignition to ACC or ON.Switching an overhead light/front
map light on.
Interior Features
Interior Equipment
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