warning MAZDA MODEL 3 HATCHBACK 2014 Owners Manual (in English)

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Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Initialization
In the following cases, system
initialization must be performed so that the
system operates normally.
 


y A tire pressure is adjusted.



y Tire rotation is performed.



y A tire or wheel is replaced.



y The battery is replaced or completely
drained.
 


y The tire pressure monitoring system
warning light is illuminated.
Initialization method
1. Park the car in a safe place and fi rmly
apply the parking brake.
2. Let the tires cool, then adjust the tire
pressure of all four (4) tires to the
specifi ed pressure indicated on the tire
pressure label located on the door jamb
of the driver's door (door open).
Refer to Tires on page 9-10 .
3. Switch the ignition ON.
4. While the vehicle is parked, press
and hold the tire pressure monitoring
system set switch and verify that
the tire pressure monitoring system
warning light in the instrument cluster
fl ashes twice and a beep sound is heard
once.
CAUTION
If the system initialization is performed
without adjusting the tire pressure,
the system cannot detect the normal
tire pressure and it may not illuminate
the tire pressure monitoring system
warning light even if a tire pressure is
low, or it may illuminate the light even
if the pressures are normal.
The system initialization will not be
performed if the switch is pressed while
the vehicle is being driven.
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When Driving
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) System
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) System
The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system is designed to assist the driver by monitoring
blind spots on both sides of the vehicle to the rear in certain situations such as when
changing lanes on roads and freeways or reversing the vehicle from a parking garage.
The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) System consists of the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
and Rear Cross Traffi c Alert (RCTA).
WARNING
Do not rely completely on the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system. Always look over
your shoulder before changing lanes or reversing the vehicle from a parking garage:
The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system can assist the driver in confi rming the safety of
the surroundings but is not a complete substitute. The driver is responsible for assuring
lane changes and other maneuvers. Always pay attention to the direction in which the
vehicle is traveling and the vehicle's surroundings.
NOTE
 


y The detectability of the radar sensors has its limitations. The Blind Spot Monitoring
(BSM) System may not operate properly under the following conditions:
 


y Ice, snow, or soil adheres to the rear bumper surface around the radar sensors.



y During adverse weather conditions such as rain or snow, or under conditions where
water is sprayed.
 


y The rear bumper area around the radar sensors is blocked by foreign material (such as
stickers or a bicycle carrier).
 


y The radar sensors do not detect human, animal, shopping cart, bicycle, or static objects
such as fences.
 


y The radar sensors may not detect all types of vehicles around your vehicle, especially the
following types of vehicles:
 


y Motorcycles



y Vehicles with body shapes that radar may not refl ect such as a fl atbed trailer with no
cargo.
 


y Vehicles with lower body height such as sports cars.




y Although the system may detect objects on the road side such as parked vehicles or
guardrails and operate the warning light/beep, it does not indicate a malfunction.
 


y If the vehicle is driven on a road with less traffi c and few vehicles that the radar sensors
can detect, the system may pause (the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) OFF indicator light
in the instrument cluster fl ashes). However, it does not indicate a malfunction.
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Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) System
 


y The following conditions may affect the visibility of the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
warning lights on the outside mirror, making it diffi cult to confi rm the illumination of the
lights:
 


y Ice or snow adheres to the surface of the outside mirrors.



y The door window glass is tinted.




y The radar sensors are equipped inside the rear bumper (page 4-114 ).



y Have the radar sensors inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer if any shock is applied
to the rear bumper, even in a minor accident. If the vehicle is driven with a damaged
radar sensor, the system may not operate properly resulting in an accident.
 


y For repairs or paintwork around the radar sensors, or replacement of the bumper,
consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
 


y The radar sensors of the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system may be regulated under
the radio wave related laws of the country where the vehicle is driven. The sensors in this
system are approved for use in the U.S.A. (including territories), Canada, and Mexico.
If a vehicle with a Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system is driven in a country other
than the U.S.A., Canada, or Mexico, the system has to be turned off using the Blind Spot
Monitoring (BSM) OFF switch.
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system monitors the detection areas on both sides of
the vehicle to the rear and when there are vehicles in the detection area it notifi es the driver
by illuminating the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning light while the vehicle speed is
about 10 km/h (6.2 mph) or faster and driving forward.
If the turn signal lever is operated to the side the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning
light is illuminated, the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning light fl ashes and the system
warns the driver of the vehicle in the detection area using a BSM warning beep sound.
Detection areas
Your vehicle
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Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) System
NOTE
 


y The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) does not operate when the vehicle speed is lower than
about 10 km/h (6.2 mph).
 


y The detection area of the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) has been determined based on
the lane width of general freeways. Therefore on a road with a narrower lane width, the
system may detect vehicles on a lane next to the adjacent lane and operate the warning
light/beep. On a road with wider lane width, the system may not detect vehicles on the
adjacent lane and may not operate the warning light/beep.
 


y Under the following conditions, the system may be unable to detect vehicles, or detection
may be delayed.
 


y The vehicle accelerates from a standing-start with a vehicle alongside.



y A vehicle moves from a lane two lanes over to the adjacent lane.



y The difference in vehicle speed between your vehicle and another vehicle is larger
when passing or being passed, and the vehicle passes the detection area within a short
period of time.
 


y On a steep incline, or when there is a difference in height between lanes.



y Immediately after the system has been activated by pressing the Blind Spot Monitoring
(BSM) OFF switch again after it has been turned off (Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
OFF indicator light in instrument cluster illuminates) by pressing the switch.
 


y(Automatic transaxle vehicles)
 The shift lever is shifted to the R position, or directly after being shifted from the R
position.
 


y The system may not operate normally when towing a trailer. Turn off the system by
operating the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) OFF switch when towing a trailer.
 


y The system switches to the Rear Cross Traffi c Alert function when the shift lever (Manual
transaxle) or the selector lever (Automatic transaxle) is shifted to the R position.
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Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) System
Rear Cross Traffi c Alert (RCTA)
When reversing the vehicle from a parking garage, vehicles approaching both sides of the
vehicle are detected to alert the driver of a possible collision by fl ashing the Blind Spot
Monitoring (BSM) warning light and activating the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning
beep sound.
Detection areas
Your vehicle
Rear Cross Traffi c Alert (RCTA) system operation
1. The Rear Cross Traffi c Alert (RCTA) system operates when the shift lever (manual
transaxle) or the selector lever (automatic transaxle) is shifted to the R position.
2. If a vehicle approaches which may hit you, the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system
warning light fl ashes and the Blind Spot Monitoring system (BSM) warning beep sounds
at the same time.
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Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) System
BSM Warning Light
The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system alerts the driver to the presence of another
vehicle in an adjacent lane using the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning lights and the
warning beep while the system is operational.
The warning light is equipped on the left and right door mirrors.
This warning light illuminates for a few seconds when the ignition is switched ON.
Driving forward
If the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system detects a vehicle in the detection area while the
vehicle is driven at a speed of about 10 km/h (6.2mph) or more, the Blind Spot Monitoring
(BSM) warning light illuminates on the side of the vehicle where the rear on-coming vehicle
is detected. A warning indicator light fl ashes when the turn signal lever is operated to the
side where the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning lights is illuminated to alert the
driver.
Reversing
If vehicles approach from the rear on the left and right, the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
warning lights on both sides fl ash.
NOTE




y If ice or snow adhere to the outer mirror surface, the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
warning light may not be visible.
 


y If the door window glass is tinted, it may affect the visibility of the Blind Spot Monitoring
(BSM) warning light, making it diffi cult to confi rm the illumination of the light.
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Forward Obstruction Warning (FOW)
Forward Obstruction Warning (FOW)
Forward Obstruction Warning (FOW) is a system which alerts the driver of a possible
collision using an indicator and warning sound in the instrument cluster while the vehicle
is being driven at about 15 km/h or faster (10 mph or faster) and the system's radar sensor
determines that your vehicle may hit a vehicle or obstruction ahead.
WARNING
Do not rely completely on the Forward Obstruction Warning (FOW) system and always
drive carefully:
Forward Obstruction Warning (FOW) is only designed to reduce damage in the event of
a collision. The ability to detect an obstruction is limited depending on the obstruction,
weather conditions, or traffi c conditions. Therefore, if the accelerator pedal or brake
pedal is mistakenly operated it could result in an accident. Always verify the safety of the
surrounding area and depress the brake pedal or accelerator pedal while keeping a safe
distance from vehicles ahead or on-coming vehicles.
NOTE
 


y The Forward Obstruction Warning (FOW) system operates when all of the following
conditions are met:
 


y The ignition is switched ON.



y The Forward Obstruction Warning (FOW) system is on.



y The vehicle speed is about 15 km/h (10 mph) or faster.



y The relative speed between your vehicle and the vehicle or obstruction ahead is about
15 km/h (10 mph) — 145 km/h (90 mph).
 


y The Forward Obstruction Warning (FOW) system may not operate under the following
conditions:
 


y If there is the possibility of hitting only a part of a vehicle or obstruction ahead.



y If the vehicle is accelerated rapidly and it comes close to a vehicle ahead.



y The DSC is malfunctioning.



y The vehicle is driven at the same speed as the vehicle ahead.



y The accelerator pedal is depressed.



y The brake pedal is depressed.



y The steering wheel is being operated.



y The selector lever is being operated.



y The turn signal is being used.
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Forward Obstruction Warning (FOW)
 


y Although the objects which activate the system are 4-wheeled vehicles, the radar sensor
could detect the following objects, determine them to be an obstruction, and operate the
Forward Obstruction Warning (FOW) system.
 


y Objects on the road at the entrance to a curve (including guardrails and snow banks).



y A vehicle appears in the opposite lane while cornering or rounding a curve.



y When crossing a narrow bridge.



y When passing under a low gate or through a tunnel or narrow gate.



y When entering an underground parking area.



y Metal objects, bumps, or protruding objects on the road.



y If you suddenly come close to a vehicle ahead.



y When driving in areas where there is high grass or forage.



y Two-wheeled vehicles such as motorbikes or bicycles.



y Pedestrians or non-metallic objects such as standing trees.




y When the system operates, the user is notifi ed by the fl ashing warning light and the active
driving display.
 


y The indicator light turns on when the system has a malfunction.
 (page 4-22 )
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Forward Obstruction Warning (FOW)
Forward Obstruction Warning
(FOW) Warning Light (Red)
If the Forward Obstruction Warning
(FOW) is operating, the warning light
fl ashes.
Collision Warning
If there is the possibility of a collision
with a vehicle or obstruction ahead, the
beep sounds continuously and a warning is
indicated in the display.
Stopping The Forward
Obstruction Warning (FOW)
System Operation
The Forward Obstruction Warning (FOW)
system can be deactivated.
Refer to Personalization Features on page
9-12 .
When the Forward Obstruction Warning
(FOW) system is turned off, the Forward
Obstruction Warning (FOW) OFF
indicator light turns on.
NOTE
If the Forward Obstruction Warning
(FOW) system operation is turned off, the
Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) system
operation is turned off simultaneously.
Radar Sensor Handling
The Forward Obstruction Warning (FOW)
radar sensor is installed on the backside of
the radiator grille.
Refer to Radar Sensor on page 4-65 .
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Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)
Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) *
The LDWS notifi es the driver that the vehicle may be deviating from its lane.
The system detects the white or yellow lines on the traffi c lane using the Forward Sensing
Camera (FSC). If it determines that the vehicle may be deviating from its lane, it notifi es
the driver by fl ashing the LDWS indicator light (green) and operating the LDWS warning
sound.
Refer to Forward Sensing Camera on page 4-63 .
Use the LDWS when you drive the vehicle on roads with white or yellow lines.
Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)
LDWS warning light (Amber)/
LDWS indicator light (Green)
The warning light fl ashes when the system has a malfunction.
Refer to Warning Lights on page 4-22 .
WARNING
Do not use the LDWS under the following conditions:
The system may not operate adequately according to the actual driving conditions,
resulting in an accident.
 


¾ Driving on roads with tight curves.



¾ Driving under bad weather conditions (rain, fog, and snow).

The functions of the LDWS have limitations:
Always stay on course using the steering wheel and drive with care. The system is not
designed to compensate for a driver’s lack of cautions and if you rely too much on the
LDWS it could lead to an accident. The driver is responsible for assuring lane changes and
other maneuvers. Always pay attention to the direction in which the vehicle is traveling
and the vehicle’s surroundings.
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