towing MAZDA CX90 2024 User Guide

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.
Driving
Radar Sensors
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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)
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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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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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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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Warnings and Cautionsfor Using the Towing
WARNING
Always keep tow loads within
specified limits as indicated in the
Trailer Towing-Load Table:
Attempting to tow loads greater than
those specified is dangerous as it may
cause serious handling and
performance problems that could
result in personal injury or vehicle
damage, or both.
Load your trailer with the weight
about 60 % toward the front and
40 % toward the rear:
Loading the trailer with more weight in
the rear than in the front is dangerous.
Doing so could cause you to lose
control. The trailer tongue load must
be 10 % ―15 % of the total trailer load
(sum of the weights of the trailer and
cargo).
Always have the total trailer weight
and tongue load determined prior to
departure:
Attempting to tow loads without
determining the total trailer weight and
tongue load is dangerous. Trailer sway
from crosswinds, rough roads or other
causes could result in loss of control
and a serious accident.
Always make sure the trailer hitch is
securely attached before departure:
An unsecured trailer hitch is dangerous
as it causes greater trailer sway from
crosswinds, rough roads or other
causes, resulting in loss of control and
a serious accident.
Examine all trailer-hitch mounting
bolts regularly and tighten any that are
loose. If the hitch is removed, seal any
open mounting holes to prevent
exhaust, dust, water, dirt and other
foreign elements from filtering in,
possibly endangering personal safety
and damaging your vehicle.
Do not install a hitch that stiffens the
bumper as it will reduce the bumper's
performance.
Make sure there are no exhaust gas
leaks into the passenger compartment
if any mounting bolts are connected
to the body:
Modifying your vehicle exhaust system
is dangerous. Exhaust gas entering the
vehicle could cause loss of
consciousness or even death.
When mounting the trailer hitch, make
no modifications to the vehicle exhaust
system.
Never use the temporary spare tire
when towing:
Using the temporary spare tire on your
vehicle when towing a trailer is
dangerous as it could result in tire
failure, loss of control, and injury to
vehicle occupants.
Make sure the safety chain is securely
attached to both the trailer and the
vehicle prior to departure:
Towing a trailer without using a safety
chain securely attached to both the
trailer and the vehicle is dangerous. If
damage occurs to the coupling unit or
hitch ball, the trailer could wander into
another lane and cause a collision.
Other Equipment
Towing (U.S.A. and Canada)
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Do not connect a hydraulic
trailer-brake system to your vehicle's
brake system:
Connecting a hydraulic trailer-brake
system directly to the vehicle brake
system is dangerous and will result in
inadequate braking and possible injury.
Always use lower gears to reduce
speed:
Holding the brake pedal down too
long or too frequently is dangerous as
it could cause the brakes to overheat
and lose power, resulting in loss of
control and a serious accident. Use
lower gears to help reduce speed. Pull
off the road and allow brakes to cool
down whenever braking performance
feels reduced.
CAUTION
Do not tow a trailer during the first
1,000 km (600 miles) of your new
Mazda. If you do, you may damage
the engine, transmission, differential,
wheel bearings, and other
power-train components.
 Be aware of the towing load weight
differences when towing at high
altitudes. For altitudes exceeding
1,000 meter (3,280 ft 10 in), always
reduce the towing load by 10 % for
every 1,000 meter (3,280 ft 10 in)
increase in altitude from the load
indicated under the maximum
GCWR heading in the trailer
towing-load table. If the determined
maximum total towing load weight is
exceeded, the engine and other
power-train parts may be damaged.
 The total trailer weight and tongue
load can be determined by weighing
the trailer on platform scales at a
highway weight station or a trucking
company.
Make all hitch adjustments with
actual loads. Do not load and
unload vehicle while adjusting hitch.
This action will change the vehicle
height.
 Do not use an axle-mounted hitch.
This may damage the axle and
related parts.
 If the vehicle exceeds 100 km/h (62
mph) with a trailer in tow, the
vehicle could be damaged.
 Do not connect a trailer lighting
system directly to the lighting system
of your Mazda. This may damage
your vehicle's electrical system and
lighting systems. Have a recreational
vehicle dealer or trailer rental agency
connect the system, and inspect the
brake lights and turn signals yourself
before each trip.
Other Equipment
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How to Use the Towing
NOTE
The three main causes of vehicle-trailer accidents are driver error, excessive speed,
and improper trailer loading.
Trailer towing causes higher fuel consumption.The extra weight of the trailer may strain the engine on hot days and on long or
steep upgrades. If the temperature gauge indicates overheating, turn off the air
conditioner, drive safely to the side of the road, park off the right-of-way and wait
for engine to cool.
Verify that your Mazda maintains a near-normal attitude when a loaded or
unloaded trailer is connected. Do not drive if it has an abnormal front-up or
front-down position. Inspect for incorrec t tongue load, worn suspension parts,
and trailer overloading.
Make sure the trailer is properly loaded and the cargo is secure to prevent it from
shifting.
Make sure the mirrors conform to all govern ment regulations. If they do not, install
required rear view mirrors appropriate for towing purposes.
Trailer towing-load table
Because vehicle weights vary, adjustments must be made to meet the requirements
in this table.
(U.S.A.)
Limitation items Limit values
19 inch wheel ve- hicle 21 inch wheel ve-
hicle
MAX. TTW
1,588 kg (3,500 lb)
MAX. GCWR
4,150 kg (9,148 lb)
MAX. GAWR
Front 1,320 kg (2,910 lb) 1,313 kg (2,895 lb)
Rear 1,855 kg (4,090 lb) 1,797 kg (3,962 lb)
MAX. GVWR
3,109 kg (6,854 lb)
Other Equipment
Towing (U.S.A. and Canada)
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