tow MAZDA CX90 2024 Owner's Manual

How to Use the High
Beam Control System (HBC)
NOTE
The distance in which the HBC can
detect objects varies depending on
the surrounding conditions.
The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)
may not be able to detect target
objects correctly, and the HBC may
not operate normally.
Refer to Forward Sensing Camera
(FSC) on page 5-127.
Using the HBC
Make sure that the light switch is in the
AUTO position.
The HBC determines the surrounding
conditions and operates automatically.
When the HBC operates, the HBC
indicator light (green)
in the
instrument cluster turns on.
Switching the headlights to high
beams
The HBC switches the headlights to
high beams when all of the following
conditions are met.
The vehicle speed is about 30 km/h
(19 mph) or faster.
The system does not detect a vehicle
ahead.
Switching the headlights to low
beams
The HBC switches the headlights to
low beams when any of the following
conditions is met.
The vehicle speed is less than about
20 km/h (12 mph).
When driving in areas with a
continuous line of street lamps or on
roads in well-lit cities and towns.
The system detects the headlights of
a vehicle ahead.
Canceling the HBC during operation
When the HBC is canceled, the HBC
indicator light (green)
in the
instrument cluster turns off.
Press the HBC switch again to make
the HBC operable.
NOTE
If the vehicle power is switched OFF
with the HBC turned off, the HBC
automatically turns on the next time
the vehicle power is switched ON.
Driving
High Beam Control System (HBC)
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the instrument cluster screen display (white)
is not displayed.

In addition, when the door in the
direction in which an approaching
vehicle is detected is opened, the
driver is notified of the danger by
flashing of the warning lights, the
warning sound, and the instrument
cluster warning indication (amber).
BSM warning light
Instrument cluster
NOTE
The Vehicle Exit Warning may not
operate normally if any of the
following conditions is met.
The rear side radar sensors cannot
detect an object.
Refer to Radar Sensors on page
5-131.
There is a parked vehicle near your
vehicle.
Moving objects are slow.The Vehicle Exit Warning is not
automatically turned off even if a
Mazda genuine trailer hitch is used.
If a trailer is towed or a bicycle
carrier is attached to the rear of the
vehicle, the radar signal may be
blocked and the Vehicle Exit Warning
may not operate correctly.
The Vehicle Exit Warning may
operate with stationary objects on
the road or the roadside (such as
guardrails, sidewalls, and parked
vehicles).
The brightness of the BSM warning
lights is linked to the panel light
control.
Refer to Dashboard Illumination on
page 5-35.
Tu r n i n g off the BSM and the Vehicle
Exit Warning
There are 2 ways to turn off the BSM
and the Vehicle Exit Warning.
Tu r n
off the BSM and the Vehicle Exit
Warning using Mazda Connect.
Refer to the Settings section in the
Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.
Tu r n off the BSM and the Vehicle Exit
Warning using the i-ACTIVSENSE
OFF switch.
Refer to How to Use the
i-ACTIVSENSE OFF switch on page
5-126.
Driving
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
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The vehicle is driven on slippery
roads such as icy roads,
snow-covered roads, and unpaved
roads.
 The vehicle is driven on a long
downslope.
 The vehicle is driven on a steep
slope.
 A two-wheeled vehicle such as a
motorcycle or bicycle is traveling
ahead.
Switch the MRCC off when it is not
being used.
Leaving the MRCC on when it is not in
use is dangerous as it could operate
unexpectedly, resulting in an accident.
Do not leave the vehicle while the
vehicle is stopped by the MRCC
control.
Getting out of the vehicle while the
stop hold control is operating is
dangerous as the vehicle may move
unexpectedly and result in an accident.
Before leaving the vehicle, switch the
MRCC off, shift the selector lever to
the P position, and apply the parking
brake.
CAUTION
 If the vehicle is towed or you are
towing something, switch the MRCC
off.
 Turn off the MRCC when the vehicle
is running on a chassis roller.
Driving
Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC)
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The vehicle is driven on slippery
roads such as icy roads,
snow-covered roads, and unpaved
roads.
 The vehicle is driven on a long
downslope.
 The vehicle is driven on a steep
slope.
 A two-wheeled vehicle such as a
motorcycle or bicycle is traveling
ahead.
 The vehicle is being towed or towing
another vehicle.
 Proximity warnings activate
frequently.
 Under bad weather conditions (rain,
fog , and snow).
 Tires other than the
specified size are
used, such as when tire chains or
temporary spare tires are used.
 The tire pressures are not adjusted to
the appropriate pressure.
 Tires with insufficient tread are used.
Switch the CTS off when it is not
being used.
Leaving the CTS on when it is not in
use is dangerous as it could operate
unexpectedly, resulting in an accident.
Do not leave the vehicle while the
vehicle is stopped by the CTS control.
Getting out of the vehicle while the
stop hold control is operating is
dangerous as the vehicle may move
unexpectedly and result in an accident.
Before leaving the vehicle, switch the
CTS off, shift the selector lever to the P
position, and apply the parking brake.CAUTION
 Heed the following cautions so that
the CTS can operate normally.
 Do not modify the suspensions.
 Always use wheels of the
specified
size for the front and rear wheels.
Consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer for tire replacement.
 Turn off the CTS when the vehicle is
running on a chassis roller.
Driving
Cruising &
Tra ffi c Support (CTS)
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Lane-keep Assist System(LAS)
*
The LAS is a system to help the driver
stay within the vehicle lane if the
vehicle might be deviating.
If your vehicle may be deviating from
the vehicle lane, the LAS provides
steering assistance to avoid departure
from the lane.
Warnings and Cautions
for Using the Lane-keep Assist System (LAS)
WARNING
Do not rely completely on the LAS.
The LAS is not an automated driving
system. Over reliance on the system
could lead to an accident.
 The functions of the LAS have
limitations. Do not rely completely
on the system and always stay on
course using the steering wheel.
Do not use the LAS under the
following conditions. Otherwise, it
may result in an accident.
 The vehicle is driven on slippery
roads such as icy roads,
snow-covered roads, and unpaved
roads.
 Tires other than the specified size are
used, such as when tire chains or
temporary spare tires are used.
 Tires with insufficient tread are used.
 The tire pressures are not adjusted to
the specified pressure.
 The vehicle is towing a camping
trailer or boat trailer.
 The vehicle is driven on roads other
than expressways or highways with
white (yellow) lines.
CAUTION
Heed the following cautions so that
the LAS can operate normally.
 Do not modify the vehicle's
suspensions.
Driving
Lane-keep Assist System (LAS)
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1. “BRAKE!”

Active driving display
1. “BRAKE!”
NOTE
If any of the following conditions is
met, the Turn-Across Traffic may not
operate normally.
The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)
cannot detect target objects.
Refer to Forward Sensing Camera
(FSC) on page 5-127.
The front radar sensor cannot
detect target objects.
Refer to Radar Sensors on page
5-131.
The vehicle approaching in the
opposite direction is a
two-wheeled vehicle or a bicycle.
All of or only a part of a vehicle
approaching in the opposite
direction is hidden and it cannot
be recognized.
The speed of the on-coming
vehicle is too slow or too fast.
Turning at a large intersection with
two lanes or more on one side.
The accelerator pedal or brake
pedal is being operated.
The steering wheel is being
operated in the straight-ahead
position.
T h e Tu r n -A c ro s s Tra ffi c m ay n o t
operate depending on the country
where the vehicle is driven.
If any of the following conditions is
met, the Turn-Across Tra ffi c may
operate.
The steering wheel is turned
towards the on-coming traffic lane
with a vehicle approaching in the
opposite direction.
Turning right after or right before
an oncoming vehicle passes.
The direction of movement of a
vehicle approaching in the
opposite direction cannot be
predicted due to sudden right/left
turning or sudden deceleration.
The brakes are released by the brake
co n t ro l o f t h e Tu r n -A c ro s s Tra ffi c a s
soon as the danger of a collision
passes.
When Front Crossing is Operating
*
The Front Crossing operates when all
of the following conditions are met.
The vehicle is traveling straight at a
speed of about 5 km/h to 20 km/h
(3 mph to 12 mph).
The DSC/TCS is not operating.When an approaching vehicle is
traveling straight in a direction
perpendicular to your vehicle.
The approaching vehicle is traveling
at a constant speed within the range
of about 20 km/h to 60 km/h (12
mph to 37 mph).
The system determines that there is a
possibility of a collision with a
vehicle approaching from the front.
NOTE
Front Crossing may not operate
normally if any of the following
conditions is met.
If the front side radar sensors
cannot detect any target objects,
Front Crossing may not operate
correctly.
Refer to Radar Sensors on page
5-131.
Driving
Smart Brake Support (SBS)
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Cruise Control*
Cruise control reduces the load on the
driver by driving the vehicle at a
constant speed. The vehicle is driven at
the preset speed and maintaining a
constant vehicle speed without the
driver having to depress the accelerator
or brake pedal.
Warnings and Cautionsfor Using the Cruise Control
WARNING
Do not rely completely on the cruise
control.
The functions of the cruise control have
limitations. Always drive carefully by
checking the safety of your
surroundings and depressing the brake
or accelerator pedal.
Do not use the cruise control under
the following conditions. Otherwise,
it may result in an accident.
The vehicle is driven on roads other
than highways.
 The vehicle is driven on roads with
sharp curves or with heavy
traffic
where sufficient distances between
vehicles cannot be kept.
 The vehicle is driven on slippery
roads such as icy or snow-covered
roads, and unpaved roads.
 The vehicle is driven on a long
downslope.
 The vehicle is driven on a steep
slope.
Turn off the cruise control when not in
use.
Leaving the cruise control turned on
when it is not in use is dangerous as it
could operate unexpectedly, resulting
in an accident.
CAUTION
 Turn off the cruise control when
being towed or when towing
another vehicle.
Driving
Cruise Control
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Interior Lights......................... 7-41Illuminated Entry System.......7-41
How to Use the Illuminated Entry
System................................ 7-41
How to Use the Overhead
Lights.................................. 7-42
How to Use the Map Lights..........
.......................................... 7-43
How to Use the Door Courtesy
Lights.................................. 7-44
How to Use the Luggage
Compartment Lights............ 7-44
How to Use the Ambient
Lights.................................. 7-45
Accessory Sockets................... 7-46 Accessory Sockets................ 7-46
Warnings and Cautions When
Using the Accessory Socket ..........
.......................................... 7-46
How to Use the Accessory
Socket.................................7-47
AC Power Outlet (120 V/150
W)...................................... 7-47
Warnings and Cautions When
Using the AC Power Outlet (120
V/150 W)........................... 7-48
How to Use the AC Power Outlet
(120 V/150 W)................... 7-49
AC Power Outlet (120 V/1,500
W)...................................... 7-50
Warnings and Cautions When
Using the AC Power Outlet (120
V/1,500 W)........................ 7-50
How to Use the AC Power Outlet
(120 V/1,500 W).................7-51
USB Power Outlet................ 7-52
Warnings and Cautions When
Using the USB Power
Outlet................................. 7-53How to Use the USB Power
Outlet................................. 7-53
Wireless Charger (Qi).............. 7-54 Wireless Charger (Qi)........... 7-54
Warnings and Cautions When
Using the Wireless Charger
(Qi).................................... 7-54
How to Use the Wireless Charger
(Qi).................................... 7-56
Convenient Ways to Use the
Wireless Charger (Qi)........... 7-57
Assist Grip..............................7-58 Warnings and Cautions When
Using the Assist Grips........... 7-58
How to Use the Assist
Grips.................................. 7-58
Towing (U.S.A. and Canada)..... 7-59 Towing................................ 7-59
Warnings and Cautions for Using
the Towing.......................... 7-60
How to Use the Towing........ 7-62
HomeLink Wireless Control
System...................................7-68 HomeLink Wireless Control
System................................ 7-68
Warning and Cautions for Using
the HomeLink Wireless Control
System................................ 7-68
How to Use the HomeLink
Wireless Control System....... 7-69
Accessories............................ 7-73 Warnings and Cautions For Using
the Accessories.................... 7-73
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When using the Wireless Charger
(Qi) to store items on, turn off the
Wireless Charger (Qi).
 Do not place any metal object
between the charging area and the
mobile device. Also, do not apply
items such as a metallic sticker to the
Wireless Charger (Qi).
 When charging, do not place any
item other than the mobile device to
be charged on the Wireless Charger
(Qi). In addition, do not place any
metal object, IC card, coin, or
magnetic item near the charging
area.
 Remove dust or dirt from the
charging area before use.
 Do not apply strong force or impact
to the Wireless Charger (Qi) or get it
wet.
 Use only mobile devices which
support the Wireless Charger (Qi).
CAUTION
While a mobile device is placed on
the charging area, keep the vehicle
key away from the Wireless Charger
(Qi). The vehicle key may not be
detected due to radio wave
interference by the Wireless Charger
(Qi).
 Charging may not operate normally
under the following conditions:
 The mobile device is fully charged.
 There is foreign matter between
the mobile device and the charging
area.
 The temperature of the mobile
device is high.
 The mobile device is placed with
the charging side facing upward.
 The mobile device is placed in a
position extremely deviating from
the center of the charging area.
Your vehicle is in an area where
strong radio waves or electrical
noise occur such as near a
television tower, power plant, or
airport.
 The Near Field Communication
(NFC) function setting of the
mobile device is on (depends on
the model of the mobile device).
 Keep the following items away from
the charging area. Otherwise the
data stored on the mobile device
could be erased or the device could
malfunction.
 Magnetic items such as magnets,
magnetic cards, and magnetic
recording media.
 High precision devices such as
wristwatches.
 Before using the Wireless Charger
(Qi), make sure to back up the data
stored on the mobile device. The
data on the mobile device could be
deleted.
 Do not wipe the Wireless Charger
(Qi) using oil, alcohol, or thinner, or
spray hairspray or insecticide onto it.
Otherwise, it could cause damage or
cracking.
 Do not leave mobile devices in the
cabin. The temperature inside the
cabin may become very hot, causing
the devices to malfunction.
Other Equipment
Wireless Charger (Qi)
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To w i n g
Your Mazda was designed and built
primarily to carry passengers and
cargo.
If you tow a trailer, follow these
instructions because driver and
passenger safety depends on proper
equipment and safe driving habits.
Towing a trailer will affect handling,
braking , durability, performance, and
economy.
Never overload vehicle or trailer.
Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer if
you need further details.
NOTE
Your vehicle is equipped with a
Trailer Stability Control (TSC)
mechanism, which enhances vehicle
stability when towing a trailer.
Refer to Trailer Stability Control
(TSC) on page 5-90.
When towing a trailer, do not use the
following safety systems (If a Mazda
genuine trailer hitch is used, these
systems are automatically turned off
when the trailer's electrical
connector is connected):
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)Smart Brake Support (SBS) reverse
drive detection
Parking Sensor System (Rear)Emergency Lane Keeping (ELK)
Blind Spot Assist
Emergency Lane Keeping (ELK)
Head-on traffic avoidance assist
Turn off the aforementioned safety
systems when towing a trailer
without a genuine Mazda trailer
hitch.
Your vehicle is equipped with a
Mazda intelligent Drive Select
(Mi-Drive) towing mode which
enhances vehicle stability when
towing a trailer.
Refer to Mazda intelligent Drive
Select (Mi-Drive) on page 5-96.
Other Equipment
Towing (U.S.A. and Canada)
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