rear MAZDA MODEL 6 2020 Owner's Manual (in English)

▼Variance Between Actual Road C
onditions 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 follow ing 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.
Variance
Object
When there is a steep grade behind the vehicle
When there is a steep upgrade (downgrade) behind the vehicle, t he object displayed on the
screen appears farther (downgrade: closer) than the actual dist ance.
A
AB
B
Appears
farther 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 screenAppears
closer than
actual
distance
When Driving
Rear View Monitor
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Three-dimensional object on vehicle rear
Because the distance guide lines are displayed based on a flat surface, the distance to the
three-dimensional object displayed on the screen is different f rom 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
WA R N I N G
Always adjust the picture quality of the rear view monitor while the vehicle is stopped:
Do not adjust the picture quality of the rear vi
ew 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 dist ract your attention from the vehicle operation
which could lead to an accident.
Picture quality adjustment must be done while the shift lever/s elector lever is in reverse (R).
There are four settings which ca n be adjusted including, brightness, contrast, tint, and color.
When adjusting, pay sufficient attention to the vehicle surroun dings.
1. Select the
icon on the screen to display the tabs.
2. Select the desired tab item.
3. Adjust the brightness, contras t, 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.
When Driving
Rear View Monitor
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Parking Sensor System*
The parking sensors use ultrasonic sensors which detect obstructions around the vehicle
when the vehicle is driven at lo w speeds, such as during garage or parallel parking, and a
buzzer sound and detection indicator notify the driver of the a pproximate distance from the
vehicle to the surrounding obstruction.

Front sensor
Front corner sensor Rear sensor
Rear corner sensor
WA R N I N G
Do not rely completely on the parking sensor system and be sure to confirm the safety around
your vehicle visually when driving:
This system can assist the driver in opera ting the vehicle in the forward and backward
directions while parking. The detection ranges of the sensors are limited, therefore, driving the
vehicle while relying only on the system may cause an accident. Always confirm the safety
around your vehicle visually when driving.
NOTE
Do not install any accessories within the detection ranges of the sensors. It may affect the
system operation.
Depending on the type of obstruction and th e surrounding conditions, the detection range
of a sensor may narrow, or the sensors may not be able to detect obstructions.
The system may not operate norma lly under the following conditions:
Mud, ice, or snow is adhering to the sensor area (Returns to normal operation when
removed).
The sensor area is frozen (Returns to normal operation when the ice is thawed).
The sensor is covered by a hand.
The sensor is excessively shocked.
The vehicle is excessively tilted.
Under extremely hot or cold weather conditions.
The vehicle is driven on bumps, inclines, gravel, or grass covered roads.
When Driving
Parking Sensor System
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▼Sensor Detection Range
The sensors detect obstruction
s within the following range.

Front sensor detection range
Front corner sensor detection range Rear sensor detection range
Rear corner sensor detection range
B
A
D
C A: About 55 cm (About 21.6 in)
B: About 55 cm (About 21.6 in)
C: About 100 cm (About 39.3 in)
D: About 150 cm (About 59.0 in)
Viewing distance display
Display
Distance between vehicle and obstruction
Front Sensor/Front Corner Sensor Rear Sensor/Rear Corner Sensor
Green
Front sensor:
Approx. 100―60 cm (39.3―23.6 in) Rear sensor:
Approx. 150―60 cm (59.0―23.6 in)
When Driving
Parking Sensor System
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DisplayDistance between vehicle and obstruction
Front Sensor/Front Corner Sensor Rear Sensor/Rear Corner Sensor
Yellow
Front sensor:
Approx. 60―45 cm (23.6―17.7 in) Front corner sensor:
Approx. 55―38 cm (21.7―15.0 in) Rear sensor:
Approx. 60―45 cm (23.6―17.7 in) Rear corner sensor:
Approx. 55―38 cm (21.7―15.0 in)
Amber
Front sensor:
Approx. 45―35 cm (17.7―13.7 in)
Front corner sensor:
Approx. 38―25 cm (15.0―9.8 in) Rear sensor:
Approx. 45―35 cm (17.7―13.7 in)
Rear corner sensor:
Approx. 38―25 cm (15.0―9.8 in)
Red
Front sensor:
Within approx. 35 cm (13.7 in)
Front corner sensor:
Within approx. 25 cm (9.8 in) Rear sensor:
Within approx. 35 cm (13.7 in)
Rear corner sensor:
Within approx. 25 cm (9.8 in)
When Driving
Parking Sensor System
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As the vehicle approaches closer to an obstruction, the zone in the gauge closer to the
vehicle illuminates.

Rear sensor
Left front
corner sensor
Left rear
corner sensor
Right front
corner sensor
Right rear
corner sensor
Front sensor
NOTE
The detection indicator can switch
between display and non-display.
Refer to Safety Equipment on page 9-12.
System problem notification
If a problem occurs, the driver is notified of the problem by t he following indications.
Detection IndicatorSolution
Disconnection
The system may have a malfunction. Have the
vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Deal‐
er as soon as possible.
System mal‐ function
The system may have a malfunction. Have the
vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Deal‐
er as soon as possible.
When Driving
Parking Sensor System
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Detection IndicatorSolution
Frost/soiling
Foreign matter may be on the sensor area corre‐
sponding to the obstructio n detection indication
shown. If the system doe s not recover, have the
vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Deal‐
er.
▼ Parking Sensor Warning Beep
The beeper sounds as follows while the system is operating.
Front Sensor, Rear Sensor
Distance Detec‐
tion area Distance between vehicle and obstruction
Beeper sound*1Front SensorRear Sensor
Farthest distance Approx. 100―60 cm (39.3―23.6
in)
Approx. 150―60 cm (59.0―23.6in)
Slow intermittent
sound
Far distance Approx. 60―45 cm (23.6―17.7
in)
Approx. 60―45 cm (23.6―17.7in)
Medium intermit‐
tent sound
Middle distance Approx. 45―35 cm (17.7―13.7
in)
Approx. 45―35 cm (17.7―13.7in)
Fast intermittent
sound
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Distance Detec‐tion area Distance between vehicle and obstruction
Beeper sound*1Front SensorRear Sensor
Close distance Within approx. 35 cm (13.7 in)
Within approx. 35 cm (13.7 in)
Continuous sound
*1 The rate at which the intermitte
nt sound beeps increases as the vehicle approaches the obstruction.
Front Corner Sensor , Rear Corner Sensor
Distance Detection area Distance between vehicle and obstruction
Beeper sound*1Front/Rear Corner Sensor
Far distance Approx. 55―38 cm (21.7―15.0 in)
Medium intermittent sound
Middle distance Approx. 38―25 cm (15.0―9.8 in)
Fast intermittent sound
Close distance Within approx. 25 cm (9.8 in)
Continuous sound
*1 The rate at which the intermitte
nt sound beeps increases as the vehicle approaches the obstruction.
NOTE
If an obstruction is detected in a zone for 6 seconds or more, the beep sound is stopped
(except for the close-distance zone). If the same obstruction is detected in another zone, the
corresponding beep sound is heard.
When Driving
Parking Sensor System
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Vent Operation
▼Adjusting the Vents
Directing airflow
To adjust the direction of airflow, move
the adjustment knob.
NOTE
When using the air conditioner under
humid ambient temperature conditions,
the system may blow fog from the vents.
This is not a sign of trouble but a result
of humid air being suddenly cooled.
The air vents can be fully opened and
closed by operating the dial.
Side Vents
Knob
Open
Close
Dial
Center Vents
Open
Close Dial
Knob
Rear Vents*
KnobDial
Close
Open
Interior Features
Climate Control System
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▼Selecting the Airflow Mode
Dashboard Vents
Dashboard and Floor Vents
Floor Vents Defroster and Floor Vents
Defroster Vents
* With rear vents
NOTE
The location airflow exits the air vents an d the airflow amount may change depending on
the open or close status of the air vents.
Interior Features
Climate Control System
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