2023 MAZDA CX3 Owners Manual

Do not rub the camera lens
forcefully, or clean it with an abrasive
or hard brush. Otherwise, it could
scratch the camera lens and
negatively affect the images.
 If a camera lens is severely damaged
by flying gravel, have the camera
replaced. For camera replacement,
consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
 Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer
for repair, painting , or replacement
of the front/rear camera, front
bumper, liftgate and door mirrors.
 Heed the following cautions to
assure that the 360°View Monitor
operates normally.
 Do not modify the vehicle
suspensions or lower/raise the
vehicle body, or both.
 Always use tires of the specified
type and size for the front and rear
wheels. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer for tire replacement.
 When the display is cold, images
may leave trails or the screen might
be darker than usual, making it
difficult to check the vehicle
surroundings. Always confirm the
safety at the front and around the
vehicle visually when driving.
 The method for parking/stopping
the vehicle using the 360°View
Monitor differs depending on the
road circumstances/conditions and
the vehicle conditions. When and
how much you turn the steering
wheel will
differ 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 affect the
screen image. Wipe the lens using a
soft cloth.
If the area where the camera is
installed, such as the front bumper,
liftgate 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 ve 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 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.
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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 screen
differs 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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▼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 safety.” 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 sa fety.” 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

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 selector lever is in a position other than R.

Display switching
The displayed screen can be changed each time the 360°view monitor switch is
pressed.
1. Top view/Front view
2. Top view/Front wide view
3. Side view
4. Home screen
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NOTE
When the selector lever is in R position, the displayed screen does not switch to
the top view/front view, top view/front wide view, or the side view.
Display of the top view/front view, top view/front wide view, or the side view
stops even with the display conditions met if any of the following conditions
occurs.
When a switch around the commander knob is pressed.The selector lever is shifted to P position (displayed when the selector lever is in
a position other than P).
(Displayed when vehicle speed is less than 15 km/h (9.3 mph))
4 minutes and 30 seconds have passed.The vehicle speed is about 15 km/h (9.3 mph) or faster.(Displayed when the vehicle speed is about 15 km/h (9.3 mph) or faster)
The vehicle speed is about 15 km/h (9.3 mph) or faster after 8 seconds have
passed since pressing th e 360°View Monitor switch.
4 minutes and 22 seconds have passed from the point when the vehicle speed
was less than 15 km/h (9.3 mph) after 8 seconds have passed since pressing
the 360°View Monitor switch.
The 360°View Monitor settings can be changed as follows.
Refer to the Settings section in the Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.
Automatic display of the 360°View Monito r when the ultrasonic sensor detects
an obstruction.
Automatic display of the 360°View Monito r when the ignition is switched ON.Screen priority level when the system launches.
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