MAZDA MODEL CX-9 2017 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.
   
 A tire pressure is adjusted.
 Tire rotation is performed.
 A tire or wheel is replaced.
 The battery is replaced or completely 
drained.
 
 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 driver's 
door frame (door open).
    Refer to Tires on page  9-9 .
   3.   Switch  the  ignition  ON.
   4.   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.
  Adjust the tire pressure on all four 
tires and initialize the system when 
the warning light is turned on. If the 
warning light turns on for a reason 
other than a fl  at tire, the tire pressure 
of all four tires may have decreased 
naturally.
  The system initialization will not be 
performed if the switch is pressed while 
the vehicle is being driven.
   
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Rear View Monitor
*Some models.
      Rear  View  Monitor * 
            The rear view monitor provides visual images of the rear of the vehicle when reversing.
  WARNING 
  Always drive carefully confi  rming the safety of the rear and the surrounding conditions 
by looking directly with your eyes:
  Reversing the vehicle by only looking at the screen is dangerous as it may cause an 
accident or a collision with an object. The rear view monitor is only a visual assist device 
when reversing the vehicle. The images on the screen may be diff  erent from the actual 
conditions.
   
  CAUTION 
 
  Do not use the rear view monitor under the following conditions: Using the rear view 
monitor under the following conditions is dangerous and could result in injury or vehicle 
damage or both.
   
  Icy or snow-covered roads.
  Tire chains or a temporary spare tire is installed.
  The liftgate is not fully closed.
  The vehicle is on a road incline.    
  When the display is cold, images may course across the monitor or the screen and may be 
dimmer than usual, which could cause diffi    culty in confi  rming the surrounding conditions 
of the vehicle. Always drive carefully confi  rming the safety of the rear and the surrounding 
conditions by looking directly with your eyes.
 
  Do not apply excessive force to the camera. The camera position and angle may deviate.
  Do not disassemble, modify, or remove it as it may no longer be waterproof.
  The camera cover is made of plastic. Do not apply degreasing agents, organic solvents, 
wax, or glass coating agents to the camera cover. If any are spilled on the cover, wipe off  
with a soft cloth immediately.
 
  Do not rub the camera cover forcefully with an abrasive or hard brush. The camera cover or 
lens may be scratched which might aff  ect the images.
     
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   NOTE
 
  If water, snow, or mud is stuck on the camera lens, wipe it off using a soft cloth. If it 
cannot be wiped off, use a mild detergent.
 
  If the camera temperature changes rapidly (Hot to cold, cold to hot), the rear view 
monitor may not operate correctly.
 
  When replacing the tires, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Replacing the tires could 
result in deviation of the guide lines which appear on the display.
 
  If the vehicle's front, side, or rear has been involved in a collision, the alignment of 
the rear view parking camera (location, installation angle) may have deviated. Always 
consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the vehicle inspected.
 
  If “No Video Signal Available” is indicated in the display, there could be a problem with 
the camera. Have your vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
     
         Rear View Parking Camera Location
           
Rear view parking camera
 
          Switching to the Rear View Monitor Display
            Shift the selector lever to reverse (R) with the ignition switched ON to switch the display to 
the rear view monitor display.
   NOTE
  When the selector lever is shifted from reverse (R) to another selector lever position, the 
screen returns to the previous display.
   
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          Displayable Range on the Screen
            The  images  on  the  screen  may  be  different  from  the  actual  conditions.
  
 
(Screen display)
Garnish
Bumper
(Actual view)
Object
 
   NOTE
 
  The displayable range varies depending on the vehicle and road conditions.
  The displayable range is limited. Objects under the bumper or around the bumper ends 
cannot be displayed.
 
  The distance appearing in the displayed image is different from the actual distance 
because the rear view parking camera is equipped with a specifi c lens.
  Some optionally installed vehicle accessories may be picked up by the camera. Do not 
install any optional parts that can interfere with the camera view, such as illuminating 
parts or parts made of refl ective material.
  It may be diffi cult to see the display under the following conditions, however, it does not 
indicate a malfunction.
   
  In darkened areas.
  When the temperature around the lens is high/low.
  When the camera is wet such as on a rainy day or during periods of high humidity.
  When foreign material such as mud is stuck around the camera.
  When the camera lens refl ects sunlight or headlight beams.    
  Image display may be delayed if the temperature around the camera is low.     
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          Viewing the Display
            Guide lines which indicate the width of the vehicle (yellow) are displayed on the screen as a 
reference to the approximate width of the vehicle in comparison to the width of the parking 
space you are about to back into.
  Use this display view for parking your vehicle in a parking space or garage.
 
b
a
 
   a)   Vehicle  width  guide  lines  (yellow)
    These guide lines serve as a reference to the approximate width of the vehicle.
   b)   Distance  guide  lines.
    These guide lines indicate the approximate distance to a point measured from the 
vehicle's rear (from the end of the bumper).
   
 The red and yellow lines indicate the points about 50 cm (19 in) for the red line and 
100 cm (39.3 in) for the yellow lines from the rear bumper (at the center point of each 
of the lines).
    
    CAUTION 
  The guide lines on the screen are fi  xed lines. They are not synced to the driver's turning 
of the steering wheel. Always be careful and check the area to the vehicle's rear and the 
surrounding area directly with your eyes while backing up.
   
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          Rear View Monitor Operation
            The operation of the rear view monitor when reversing the vehicle varies depending on 
the traffi c, road, and vehicle conditions. The amount of steering and the timing also varies 
depending on conditions, so confi rm the surrounding conditions directly with your eyes and 
steer the vehicle in accordance with the conditions.
  Be well aware of the above cautions prior to using the rear view monitor.
   NOTE
  Images displayed on the monitor from the rear view parking camera are reversed images 
(mirror images).
   
1.  Shift the selector lever to reverse (R) to switch the display to the rear view monitor 
display.    
   2.   Confi rming the surrounding conditions, reverse the vehicle.
   
 
(Display condition) (Vehicle condition)
 
   3.   After your vehicle begins entering the parking space, continue backing up slowly so that 
the distance between the vehicle width lines and the sides of the parking space on the left 
and right are roughly equal.
   4.   Continue to adjust the steering wheel until the vehicle width guide lines are parallel to 
the left and right sides of the parking space.
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   5.   Once they are parallel, straighten the wheels and back your vehicle slowly into the 
parking space. Continue checking the vehicle's surroundings and then stop the vehicle 
in the best possible position. (If the parking space has division lines, check whether the 
vehicle width guide lines are parallel to them.)
   
 
(Display condition) (Vehicle condition)
 
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6.  When the selector lever is shifted from reverse (R) to another selector lever position, the 
screen returns to the previous display.    
   NOTE
  Because there may be a difference between the displayed image, such as indicated below, 
and the actual conditions when parking, always verify the safety at the rear of the vehicle 
and the surrounding area directly with your eyes.
   
  In the image of the parking space (or garage) displayed on the screen, the back end and 
distance guide lines may appear aligned in the monitor, but they may not actually be 
aligned on the ground.
 
  When parking in a space with a division line on only one side of the parking space, the 
division line and the vehicle width guide line appear aligned in the monitor, but they may 
not actually be aligned on the ground.    
  
 
      
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            Variance Between Actual Road Conditions and Displayed Image
            Some variance occurs between the actual road and the displayed road. Such variance in 
distance perspective could lead to an accident. Note the following conditions that may cause 
a variance in distance perspective.
  When the vehicle is tilted due to the weight of passengers and load
    When the vehicle rear is lowered, the object displayed on the screen appears farther than the 
actual distance.
 
VarianceObject 
  When there is a steep grade behind the vehicle
    When there is a steep upgrade (downgrade) behind the vehicle, the object displayed on the 
screen appears farther (downgrade: closer) than the actual distance.
 
Appears 
farther than 
actual 
distanceAppears 
closer than 
actual 
distance
Object at actual 
position Object at actual position
Object on screen
A: Distance between the vehicle and object displayed on the screen.
B: Actual distance between the vehicle and object.Object on screen
A AB
B
 
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  Three-dimensional object on vehicle rear
    Because the distance guide lines are displayed based on a fl at surface, the distance to the 
three-dimensional object displayed on the screen is different from the actual distance.
 
A
A
C B
CB
(Actual distance) B>C=A
Sensed distance on screen A>B>C(Screen display)
(Actual condition)
 
          Picture  Quality  Adjustment
            WARNING 
  Always adjust the picture quality of the rear view monitor while the vehicle is stopped:
  Do not adjust the picture quality of the rear view monitor while driving the vehicle. 
Adjusting the picture quality of the rear view monitor such as brightness, contrast, color, 
and tint while driving the vehicle is dangerous as it could distract your attention from the 
vehicle operation which could lead to an accident.
   
  Picture quality adjustment can be done while the selector lever is in reverse (R).
  There are four settings which can be adjusted including, brightness, contrast, tint, and color. 
When adjusting, pay suffi cient attention to the vehicle surroundings.
  
   1.   Select  the     icon on the screen to display the tabs.
   2.   Select  the  desired  tab  item.
   3.   Adjust the brightness, contrast, tint, and color using the slider.
    If you need to reset, press the reset button.
   4.   Select  the   
  icon on the screen to close the tab.    
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