2023 MAZDA CX9 sensor

▼Obstruction Detection Indication
The position of a sensor which has detected an obstruction is i
ndicated. The gauge
illuminates in different areas d epending 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.

With 360° view monitorWithout 360° view monitor
Left front corner
ultrasonic
sensor Right front
corner ultrasonic
sensor
Rear ultrasonic
sensor Rear ultrasonic
sensor
Left rear corner
ultrasonic
sensor Left front corner
ultrasonic
sensor
Left rear corner
ultrasonic
sensor
Right rear
corner ultrasonic
sensor Right front
corner ultrasonic
sensor
Right rear
corner ultrasonic
sensor
Front ultrasonic
sensor
Front ultrasonic
sensor
Some models
NOTE
The detection indicator can switch between display and non-display.
Refer to the Settings section in the Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.
(Vehicles with 360° View Monitor)
When the detection indicator is set to “Dis
play”, 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 moni tor is displayed, it continues to display no
matter if an obstruction is detected or not.
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System problem notification
If a problem occurs, the driver is notified of the problem by the following indications.
Detection Indicator
Solution
Without 360° view monitor
With 360° view moni‐tor
Without front ultra‐
sonic sensor and front corner ultrasonic sen‐
sor With front ultrasonic
sensor and front cor‐
ner ultrasonic sensor
Discon‐ nection
The system may have a
malfunction. Have the ve‐
hicle inspected at an Au‐
thorized Mazda Dealer as
soon as possible.
System mal‐
function
The system may have a
malfunction. Have the ve‐
hicle inspected at an Au‐
thorized Mazda Dealer as
soon as possible.
Frost/
soiling
Foreign matter may be on
the sensor area corre‐
sponding to the obstruc‐
tion detection indication
shown. If the system does
not recover, have the vehi‐
cle inspected at an Author‐
ized Mazda Dealer.
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▼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 sensor*Rear 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
Middle distance Approx. 45―35 cm (17.7―13.7
in)
Approx. 45―35 cm (17.7―13.7in)
Fast intermittent
sound
Close distance Within approx. 35 cm (13.7 in)
Within approx. 35 cm (13.7 in)
Continuous sound
*1 The rate at which the interm
ittent sound beeps increases as the vehicle approaches the obstruction.
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Front Corner Ultrasonic Sensor*, Rear Corner Ultrasonic Sensor
Distance detection areaDistance between vehicle and obstruction
Beeper sound*1Front corner ultrasonic*/Rear corner ultrasonic
sensor
Far distance Approx. 55―38 cm (21.6―14.9 in)
Medium intermittent sound
Middle distance Approx. 38―25 cm (14.9―9.8 in)
Fast intermittent sound
Close distance Within approx. 25 cm (9.8 in)
Continuous sound
*1 The rate at which the intermitte
nt sound beeps increases as the vehicle approaches the obstruction.
NOTE
If an obstruction is detected in a zone for 6 seconds or more, the beep sound is stopped
(except for the close-distance zone). If the same obstruction is detected in another zone, the
corresponding beep sound is heard.
When Driving
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▼When Warning Indicator/Beep is Activated
The system notifies the driver
of an abnormality by activating the beep sound and the
indicator light.
Indicator/Beep How to check
The indicator light flashes when
the parking sensor switch is
pressed at a vehicle speed of 10
km/h (6 mph) or less. The system may have a malfunctio
n. Have the vehicle inspected at an Author‐
ized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
The beep sound is not heard. The system may have a malfunctio
n. Have the vehicle inspected at an Author‐
ized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
The intermittent sound of the
buzzer is heard 5 times. Remove any foreign material from the sensor area. If the system
does not re‐
cover, have the vehicle inspect ed at an Authorized Mazda Dealer .
A certain obstruction detection
indicator is continuously dis‐
played. Refer to Obstruction Detection Indication on page 4-282.
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azda Connect (Type A))
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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 a pproximate 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 operat ing 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 the 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 normally 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.
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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 b eep 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 indicator light flashes. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
The beeper which indicates a system malfunction 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, c onsult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
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▼Sensor Detection Range
The sensors detect obstructions 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
Without 360° view moni‐ tor With 360° view monitor Front ultrasonic sensor
*/
Front corner ultrasonic
sensor
*
Rear ultrasonic sensor/Rear corner ultrasonic
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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