tow MAZDA CX90 2024 User Guide

Using temporarily
Set the lever to the MIST position.
The windshield wipers operate while
the lever is in the MIST position.
Set the lever to the MIST position and
immediately release it to operate the
windshield wipers only once.
Stopping the Windshield Wipers
The windshield wipers stop.
Using the Windshield Washer
While the windshield wipers move out
of their stowed positions to the point
where they start reversing back, the
washer fluid is sprayed and the wipers
operate several times.
NOTE
If you pull the wiper lever while the
windshield wipers are reversing back to
their stowed positions, the next time
the washer fluid is sprayed is during the
next cycle.
Driving
Windshield Wiper/Washer Switch
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Trailer Stability Control(TSC)
The TSC is a system that increases the
stability of the vehicle during towing.
When vehicle sway occurs during
towing, the TSC controls the output of
the brakes and the hybrid system to
suppress swaying.
Warning and Cautions forUsing the Trailer Stability Control (TSC)
WARNING
Do not rely solely on the Trailer
Stability Control (TSC).
Vehicle stability can be limited even if
the Trailer Stability Control (TSC) is
operating. Drive carefully to prevent
accidents. In particular, if the
TCS/DSC indicator light is flashing ,
drive the vehicle carefully as it is in a
less stable condition and could sway
more easily. Drive with caution and in
accordance with the road, vehicle and
trailer conditions.
CAUTION
 The Trailer Stability Control (TSC)
may not operate correctly unless the
following are observed:
 Use tires of the correct size
specified for your Mazda on all
four wheels.
 Use tires of the same
manufacturer, brand and tread
pattern on all four wheels.
 Do not mix worn tires.
 The Trailer Stability Control (TSC)
may not operate correctly when tire
chains are used or a temporary spare
tire is installed because the tire
diameter changes.
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Trailer Stability Control (TSC)
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How to Use the TrailerStability Control (TSC)
Drive the vehicle at a speed of 65
km/h (40 mph) or faster.
The TSC is operable.
When the TSC operates, the TCS/DSC
operation indicator light
flashes.
NOTE
The Trailer Stability Control (TSC)
does not operate if there is a
malfunction in the TCS/DSC (the
TCS/DSC operation indicator light
turns on).When the Trailer Stability Control
(TSC) is operating, the brake lights
may turn on.
For information regarding trailer
towing , refer to Towing on page
7-59.
Driving
Trailer Stability Control (TSC)
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Mazda intelligent DriveSelect (Mi-Drive)
Mi-Drive is a system that switches the
drive modes depending on the driving
conditions, road conditions and
vehicle conditions. The Mi-Drive has
the following driving modes.
TOWING Mode
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The vehicle is driven with both engine
and motor power to optimize its
power performance. This mode
reduces the loss of driving
performance due to increased weight
when towing a trailer and improves the
vehicle stability.
SPORT Mode
The vehicle is driven with both engine
and motor power to optimize its
maneuverability performance. This
mode increases vehicle response when
the accelerator pedal is depressed and
accelerates powerfully.
NORMAL Mode
The vehicle is driven so that the engine
and motor are efficiently controlled to
optimize fuel efficiency. If necessary,
the motor can be used as a generator
to charge the high voltage battery. In
addition, when the accelerator pedal is
depressed, the vehicle accelerates
using both engine and motor power.
When the vehicle is driven in NORMAL
mode only by motor power, the EV
drive indicator light
in the
instrument cluster turns on.
EV Mode
The vehicle is driven by motor power
using the electrical power stored in the
high voltage battery.
OFF-ROAD Mode
The vehicle is driven with both engine
and motor power to optimize its
power performance. This mode
prevents the drive wheels from
spinning during off-road driving and
improves the running performance.
Driving
Mazda intelligent Drive Select (Mi-Drive)
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Warning and Cautions forUsing the Mazda
intelligent Drive Select
(Mi-Drive)
WARNING
Do not rely completely on the
Mi-Drive system.
Vehicle stability is limited even when
Mi-Drive is activated. Always drive the
vehicle safely. Do not drive the vehicle
recklessly, otherwise it may result in an
accident.
Do not use OFF-ROAD mode when
driving on a paved road.
Use Off-road mode when driving on
slippery roads such as muddy, sandy,
or deep-snowy road s. During normal
driving, use normal mode.
CAUTION
 Do not use the sport mode when
driving on slippery roads such as wet
or snow-covered roads. It may cause
tire slipping.
 Heed the following cautions so that
the system can operate normally.
 Always use tires of the
specified
size, same manufacturer, brand,
and pattern (tread pattern) for the
front and rear wheels.
 Do not use tires with significantly
different wear patterns on the
same vehicle.
 Drive carefully when using tire
chains. Because the diameter of the
tires
differs, the system may not
operate normally.
How to Use the Mazda
intelligent Drive Select (Mi-Drive)
1. Push the Mi-Drive switch forwardor pull it toward you.
2. While checking the list displayed inthe instrument cluster, push the
Mi-Drive switch forward or pull it
toward you to select a drive mode.
When the drive mode is set, the
display in the instrument cluster
changes.
(TOWING Mode)
*
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Mazda intelligent Drive Select (Mi-Drive)
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(SPORT Mode)
(NORMAL Mode)
(EV Mode)
(OFF-ROAD Mode)
NOTE
TOWING mode can be selected only
when electrically connected to the
trailer using a Mazda genuine trailer
hitch. In addition, it may take some
time until the connection is detected
and TOWING mode is displayed.
Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer
for details.
Depending on driving conditions
when selecting TOWING mode/
SPORT mode/OFF-ROAD mode, the
vehicle may perform shift-down or
accelerate slightly.
When SPORT mode/OFF-ROAD
mode is selected, driving the vehicle
at higher engine speeds increases
and fuel economy may worsen.
Canceling SPORT mode/OFF-ROAD
mode during normal driving is
recommended.
When setting the Mazda Radar
Cruise Control (MRCC) while driving
in SPORT mode, the mode is
switched to NORMAL mode. In
addition, while the MRCC is being
used, the mode cannot be switched
to SPORT mode.
Switching to EV mode may not be
possible depending on the driving
operations, driving conditions, and
high voltage battery condition.
When the system determines that
the engine needs to be started while
the vehicle is being driven in EV
mode, the mode is switched to
NORMAL mode.
The remaining distance-to-full
discharge for EV mode may
decrease, even when the vehicle is
being driven in a mode other than
EV mode.
The maximum speed in EV mode is
140 km/h (86 mph).
The drive mode cannot be switched
in the following cases.
The Antilock Brake System (ABS) is
operating.
The Traction Control System (TCS)
is operating.
The Dynamic Stability Control
(DSC) is operating.
The steering wheel is being
operated abruptly.
The driving mode in which the
display in the instrument cluster is
grayed out cannot be selected.
When the vehicle power is switched
OFF, the mode returns to NORMAL
mode. However, TOWING mode
before switching the vehicle power
OFF is maintained only when the
trailer is connected in TOWING
mode.
Driving
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2. Attach the 2 hooks of the storage bag to each of the 2 luggage hooks on the right
side of the luggage compartment, and tightly secure the storage bag. At this
time, make sure that the logo on the storage bag is facing toward the center of
the luggage compartment.
CAUTION
Be careful when handling the storage bag because the hooks on the storage bag
have sharp areas. If your hands or fingers touch the sharp areas, your hands or
fingers could be injured.
NOTE
When the storage bag hooks and the luggage hooks hit against each other, they
make noise. If the noise distracts your attention while driving , wrap the included
sheet around the areas the hooks make contact.
Charge port
1. Charging indicator
2. Charge port
3. Charging port cap
4. Charging port lid
Driving
Charging
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Do not apply accessories, stickers, or
film to the windshield near the
Forward Sensing Camera (FSC). If the
area in front of the Forward Sensing
Camera (FSC) lens is obstructed, it
will cause the system to not operate
correctly even if it is transparent.
 Always keep the windshield glass
around the Forward Sensing Camera
(FSC) clean by removing dirt or
fogging. If the windshield is fogged,
press the windshield defroster
switch.
 The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)
includes a function for detecting a
soiled windshield and informing the
driver, however, depending on the
conditions, it may not detect plastic
shopping bags, water or snow on the
windshield. In such cases, the system
cannot accurately determine a
vehicle or obstruction in front and
may not be able to operate normally.
Always drive carefully and pay
attention to the road ahead.
 When cleaning the windshield, do
not allow glass cleaners or similar
cleaning fluids to get on the Forward
Sensing Camera (FSC) lens. In
addition, do not touch the Forward
Sensing Camera (FSC) lens.
 Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer
regarding cleaning the interior side of
the windshield around the Forward
Sensing Camera (FSC).
 If there are cracks or damage caused
by flying gravel or debris on the
windshield, always have the
windshield replaced. Consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer before
replacing the windshield.
 Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer
before doing repairs around the
Forward Sensing Camera (FSC).When doing repairs around the
rearview mirror, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
 Always use tires of the specified size
and the same manufacturer, brand,
and tread pattern on all 4 wheels. In
addition, do not use tires with
significantly different wear patterns
or tire pressures on the same vehicle
(including temporary spare tire).
NOTE
If the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)
does not function normally due to
fog or the vehicle being driven
towards the sun, the functions
related to the Forward Sensing
Camera (FSC) are temporarily
stopped. In this case, the following
warning indications turn on.
However, this does not indicate a
problem.
HBC warning indicationi-ACTIVSENSE warning indicationSBS OFF indicationIf the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)
does not function normally due to
high temperatures, the functions
related to the Forward Sensing
Camera (FSC) are temporarily
stopped. In this case, the following
warning indications turn on.
However, this does not indicate a
problem. Cool down the area
around the Forward Sensing Camera
(FSC) such as by turning on the air
conditioner.
HBC warning indicationi-ACTIVSENSE warning indicationSBS OFF indication
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The target object is extremely
small.
The target object is extremely low/
high.
A vehicle approaches while
turning.
A vehicle that has stopped
suddenly starts to move.
Multiple objects move at the same
time.
The bumper around a front side
radar sensor is deformed.
Foreign matter is adhering to the
bumper around a front side radar
sensor.
The temperature near a front side
radar sensor is extremely hot.
The front side radar sensors may not
detect the following target objects.
Animals.Pedestrians.Bicycles and small motorcycles
moving at a low speed.
Shopping carts.Stationary objects on the road or
roadside.
Vehicles with shapes that may not
reflect radar waves.
Rear side radar sensors
The following systems utilize rear side
radar sensors.
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) Vehicle
Exit Warning
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)Smart Brake Support (SBS) Rear
Crossing
Emergency Lane Keeping (ELK) Blind
Spot Assist
NOTE
When any of the following
conditions is met, the rear side radar
sensors may not be able to detect
target objects.
During inclement weather.The vehicle is driven on a sharp
curve or on bumpy roads.
Radar sensor from an adjacent
vehicle causes radio wave
interference.
The detection range of a front side
radar sensor is obstructed by an
adjacent wall or vehicle, or the
radar is reflected.
A vehicle suddenly enters the
detection range from the front or
side of your vehicle.
The target object is extremely
small.
The target object is extremely low/
high.
A vehicle approaches while
turning.
A vehicle that has stopped
suddenly starts to move.
Multiple objects move at the same
time.
The bumper around a rear side
radar sensor is deformed.
Foreign matter is adhering to the
bumper around a rear side radar
sensor.
The temperature near a rear side
radar sensor is extremely hot.
When towing a trailer.The rear side radar sensors may not
detect the following target objects.
Animals.Pe de st r ia ns .Bicycles and small motorcycles
moving at a low speed.
Shopping carts.Stationary objects on the road or
roadside.
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Target object is thin such as wire,
rope, or poles.
Target object absorbs waves easily
such as cotton or snow.
Target object has an angular shape.Target object is tall and wide at the
upper part.
Target object height is low.There are multiple target objects.Target objects are too close to the
sensors.
Ice, snow, or mud is adhering to
the sensor area.
Heavy rainfall or pressurized water
is applied to the sensor area.
The sensor areas are frozen.You cover the sensor with your
hand.
The area around the sensor has
received a strong impact.
The vehicle is excessively tilted.Under extremely hot or cold
weather.
Approached by an object that
generates ultrasonic waves, such as
the horn of another vehicle, the
engine noise of a motorcycle, the
air brake noise of a large vehicle,
or the sensor of another vehicle.
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, or a steep
grade.
The vehicle is moving towards an
uneven wall or stairs.
The vehicle is driven in a place with
low ceilings.
The vehicle is driven on bumpy
roads, inclines, gravel roads, dense
grass, or grating.
The ultrasonic sensor does not detect
target objects directly beneath the
bumper. Even if target objects which
are located at a position lower than
an ultrasonic sensor have been
detected, the ultrasonic sensor may
suddenly stop detecting as the
vehicle approaches the target object.
Front ultrasonic sensors
The following systems utilize front
ultrasonic sensors.
Pa r k i n g S e n s o r
Rear ultrasonic sensors
The following systems utilize rear
ultrasonic sensors.
Smart Brake Support (SBS) reverse
drive detection
Pa r k i n g S e n s o r
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