low beam MAZDA MODEL CX-50 2023 User Guide

An object placed on the dashboard is reflected in the windshield and picked up
by the camera.
Heavy luggage is loaded in the luggage compartment or on the rear seat and the
vehicle is tilted.
The tire pressures are not adjusted to the specified pressure.Tires other than standard tires are equipped.The vehicle is driven on the ramp and surrounding area to or from a rest area or
a tollgate on a highway.
When surrounding brightness suddenly changes such as when entering or exiting
a tunnel.
The illumination of the headlights is weakened because of dirt or the optical axis
is deviated.
The windshield is dirty or foggy.The windshield and camera are fogged (water droplets).Strong light is directed at the front of the vehicle (such as backlight or high-beam
headlights of on-coming vehicles).
The vehicle is making a sharp turn.Strong light reflects off the road.A traffic sign is in a position which makes it difficult to reflect the light from the
vehicle's headlights, such as when the ve hicle is driven at night or in a tunnel.
The vehicle is driven under weather conditions such as rain, fog, or snow.The stored map data for the navigation system is not current.A traffic sign is obscured by mud or snow.A traffic sign is concealed by trees or a vehicle.A traffic sign is partially shaded.A traffic sign is bent or warped.A traffic sign is too low or too high.A traffic sign is too bright or too dark (including electronic traffic signs).A traffic sign is too big or too small.There is an object similar to the traffic sign being read (such as another traffic
sign or other signs resembling it).
The TSR can be set to invisible on the active driving display.
Refer to the Settings section in the Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.
▼Traffic Sign Display Indication
The following traffic signs are displayed
on the active driving display/
instrument cluster.
Speed limit signs
Do not enter signs
Stop signs
NOTE
Speed limit signs
When the vehicle speed is about 1
km/h (0.6 mph) or faster, the speed
limit sign is displayed when any one
of the following conditions are met.
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The functions of the LAS have
limitations. Always stay on course
using the steering wheel and drive
with care.
 Do not use the LAS under the
following circumstances, otherwise it
may result in an accident.
 The vehicle is driven on slippery
roads such as icy or snow-covered
roads, and unpaved roads.
 Tires of a
different
specified size
are used, such as a temporary
spare tire.
 Tires with
insufficient tread are
used.
 The tire pressures are not adjusted
to the
specified pressure.
 The vehicle is being used to tow a
camper or boat trailer.
 Tire chains are used.
 The vehicle is driven on roads with
lane lines other than white (yellow)
lines, such as an expressway.
CAUTION
Heed the following cautions so that
the LAS can operate normally.
Do not modify the vehicle's
suspensions.
 Always use tires of the specified type
and size for the front and rear
wheels. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer for tire replacement.
NOTE
The system may not operate normally
under the following conditions.
The white (yellow) lane lines are less
visible because of dirt or paint
flaking.
White (yellow) lane lines are less
visible because of bad weather (rain,
fog, or snow).
The vehicle is driven on a temporary
lane or section with a closed lane
resulting from construction where
there might be multiple white
(yellow) lane lines, or they are
interrupted.
The camera picks up an obscure line,
such as a temporary line being used
for construction, or because of
shade, unmelted snow, or groovesfilled with water.
The surrounding brightness suddenly
changes such as when entering or
exiting a tunnel.
Back-light is reflected off the road
surface.
The road surface is wet and shiny
after rain, or there are puddles on
the road.
The width of a lane is excessively
narrow.
The vehicle is driven on roads with
tight curves.
Heavy luggage is loaded in the
luggage compartment or on the rear
seat causing the vehicle to tilt.
The vehicle is driven through a fork in
the road or a junction.
The shade of a guardrail parallel to a
white (yellow) lane line is cast on the
road.
The illumination of the headlights is
weakened because of dirt or the
optical axis is deviated at night.
The road is excessively uneven.The vehicle is shaken after hitting a
road bump.
A vehicle in front of your vehicle is
running near a white (yellow) lane
line making it less visible.
The windshield is dirty or foggy.Strong light is directed from the front
of the vehicle (such as sunlight, or
headlights (high-beam) of
on-coming vehicles).
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▼System Operation
When the ignition is switched ON, the
i-ACTIVSENSE status symbol (warning/
risk avoidance support system) (white)
turns on and the system goes on
standby.
NOTE
If the i-ACTIVSENSE status symbol
(warning/risk avoidance support
system) (white) does not turn on, the
system is canceled using the
i-ACTIVSENSE OFF switch or the
personalization feature.
Operation conditions
When all of the following conditions
are met, the i-ACTIVSENSE status
symbol (warning/risk avoidance
support system) on the
multi-information display changes
from white to green and the system
becomes operational.
The vehicle speed is about 64 km/h
(40 mph) or faster.
The system detects white (yellow)
lane lines.
NOTE
When the system does not detect a
white (yellow) lane line on one side
only, the system does not operate on
the side that is not being detected.
When temporarily canceling the
system
The LAS goes on standby in the
following cases: The LAS operation is
automatically restored when the
system's operation conditions are met.
The system cannot detect white
(yellow) lane lines.
The vehicle speed is less than about
56 km/h (35 mph).
The turn signal lever is operated.The accelerator pedal is depressed
abruptly.
The TCS/DSC is operating.The TCS/DSC is turned off.The steering wheel is operated.The brake pedal is operated.
The function is temporarily stopped.
The LAS stops functioning in the
following cases:
The temperature in the forward
sensing camera (FSC) is too high or
too low.
The windshield around the forward
sensing camera (FSC) is foggy.
The windshield around the forward
sensing camera (FSC) is blocked by
an obstruction, causing poor forward
visibility.
Strong light (such as sunlight, or
headlights (high-beam) of
on-coming vehicles) is directed at
the forward sensing camera (FSC).
System malfunction
If there is a problem with the system,
the i-ACTIVSENSE status symbol
(warning/risk avoidance support
system) (white) and the i-ACTIVSENSE
warning indication/warning light on
the multi-information display turns on
and a message is indicated.
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Forward Sensing Camera(FSC)
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▼Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)
Your vehicle is equipped with a
Forward Sensing Camera (FSC). The
Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) is
positioned near the rearview mirror
and used by the following systems.
High Beam Control System (HBC)Lane Departure Warning System
(LDWS)
Tra ffi c
Sign Recognition System (TSR)Distance & Speed Alert (DSA)Driver Attention Alert (DAA)Mazda Radar Cruise Control with
Stop & Go function (MRCC with
Stop & Go function)
Lane-keep Assist System (LAS)Tra ffi c Jam Assist (TJA)Emergency Lane Keeping (ELK)Smart Brake Support (SBS) forward
drive detection
1. Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)

The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)
determines the conditions ahead of
the vehicle while traveling at night and
detects traffic lanes. The distance in
which the Forward Sensing Camera
(FSC) can detect objects varies
depending on the surrounding
conditions.
WARNING
Do not modify the suspension:
If the vehicle height or inclination is
changed, the system will not be able to
correctly detect vehicles ahead. This
will result in the system not operating
normally or mistakenly operating,
which could cause a serious accident.
CAUTION

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.
Consequently, each system may not
operate normally which could lead
to an unexpected accident.
 Do not disassemble or modify the
Forward Sensing Camera (FSC).
Disassembly or modification of the
Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) will
cause a malfunction or mistaken
operation. Consequently, each
system may not operate normally
which could lead to an unexpected
accident.
 Heed the following cautions to
assure the correct operation of the
Forward Sensing Camera (FSC).
 Be careful not to scratch the
Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)
lens or allow it to get dirty.
 Do not remove the Forward
Sensing Camera (FSC) cover.
 Do not place objects on the
dashboard which reflect light.
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Always keep the windshield glass
around the camera clean by
removing dirt or fogging. Use the
windshield defroster to remove
fogging on the windshield.
 Consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer regarding cleaning the
interior side of the windshield
around the Forward Sensing
Camera (FSC).
 Consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer before performing repairs
around the Forward Sensing
Camera (FSC).
 The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)
is installed to the windshield.
Consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer for windshield repair and
replacement.
 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.
 When performing repairs around
the rearview mirror, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
 Consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer regarding cleaning of the
camera lens.
 Do not hit or apply strong force to
the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)
or the area around it. If the
Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) is
severely hit or if there are cracks or
damage caused by flying gravel or
debris in the area around it, stop
using the following systems and
consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
High Beam Control System
(HBC)
 Lane Departure Warning System
(LDWS)Traffic Sign Recognition System
(TSR)
 Distance & Speed Alert (DSA)
 Driver Attention Alert (DAA)
 Mazda Radar Cruise Control
with Stop & Go function (MRCC
with Stop & Go function)
 Lane-keep Assist System (LAS)
 Traffic Jam Assist (TJA)
 Emergency Lane Keeping (ELK)
 Smart Brake Support (SBS)
forward drive detection
 The direction in which the Forward
Sensing Camera (FSC) is pointed
has been finely adjusted. Do not
change the installation position of
the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)
or remove it. Otherwise, it could
result in damage or malfunction.
 Always use tires for all wheels that
are of the specified size, and the
same manufacturer, brand, and tread
pattern. In addition, do not use tires
with
significantly
different wear
patterns on the same vehicle as the
system may not operate normally.
 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, ice or snow on the
windshield. In such cases, the system
cannot accurately determine a
vehicle ahead and may not be able
to operate normally. Always drive
carefully and pay attention to the
road ahead.
NOTE
In the following cases, the Forward
Sensing Camera (FSC) cannot detect
target objects correctly, and each
system may be unable to operate
normally.
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The height of the vehicle ahead is
low.
You drive your vehicle at the same
speed as the vehicle ahead.
Headlights are not turned on
during the night or when going
through a tunnel.
In the following cases, the Forward
Sensing Camera (FSC) may not be
able to detect target objects
correctly.
Under bad weather condition,
such as rain, fog and snow.
The window washer is being used
or the windshield wipers are not
used when it's raining.
Ice, fog , snow, frost, rainfall, dirt,
or foreign matter such as a plastic
bag is stuck on the windshield.
Trucks with low loading platforms
and vehicles with an extremely low
or high profile.
When driving next to walls with no
patterning (including fences and
longitudinally striped walls).
The taillights of the vehicle ahead
are turned off.
A vehicle is outside the
illumination range of the
headlights.
The vehicle is making a sharp turn,
or ascending or descending a steep
slope.
Entering or exiting a tunnel.Heavy luggage is loaded causing
the vehicle to tilt.
Strong light is shone at the front of
the vehicle (back light or
high-beam light from on-coming
vehicles).
There are many light emitters on
the vehicle ahead.
When the vehicle ahead is not
equipped with taillights or the
taillights are turned off at
nighttime.
Elongated luggage or cargo is
loaded onto installed roof rails and
covers the Forward Sensing
Camera (FSC).
Exhaust gas from the vehicle in
front, sand, snow, and water vapor
rising from manholes and grating,
and water splashed into the air.
When towing a malfunctioning
vehicle.
The vehicle is driven with tires
having significantly different wear.
The vehicle is driven on down
slopes or bumpy roads.
There are water puddles on the
road.
The surroundings are dark such as
during the night, early evening , or
early morning , or in a tunnel or
indoor parking lot.
The illumination brightness of the
headlights is reduced or the
headlight illumination is weakened
due to dirt or a deviated optical
axis.
The target object enters the blind
spot of the Forward Sensing
Camera (FSC).
A person or object bursts onto the
road from the shoulder or cuts
right in front of you.
You change lanes and approach a
vehicle ahead.
When driving extremely close to
the target object.
Tire chains or a temporary spare
tire is installed.
The vehicle ahead has a special
shape. For example, a vehicle
towing a trailer house or a boat, or
a vehicle carrier carrying a vehicle
with its front pointed rearward.
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If the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)
cannot operate normally due to rain,
backlight, or fog, the system
functions related to the Forward
Sensing Camera (FSC) are
temporarily stopped and the
following warning lights turn on.
However, this does not indicate a
malfunction.
High Beam Control System (HBC)
warning indication/warning light
(amber)
i-ACTIVSENSE warning indication/
warning light
If the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)
cannot operate normally due to high
temperatures, the system functions
related to the Forward Sensing
Camera (FSC) are temporarily
stopped and the following warning
lights turn on. However, this does
not indicate a malfunction. Cool
down the area around the Forward
Sensing Camera (FSC) such as by
turning on the air conditioner.
High Beam Control System (HBC)
warning indication/warning light
(amber)
i-ACTIVSENSE warning indication/
warning light
If the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)
detects that the windshield is dirty or
foggy, the system functions related to
the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)
are temporarily stopped and the
following warning lights turn on.
However, this does not indicate a
problem. Remove the dirt from the
windshield or press the defroster
switch and defog the windshield.
High Beam Control System (HBC)
warning indication/warning light
(amber)
i-ACTIVSENSE warning indication/
warning light
If there are recognizable cracks or
damage caused by flying gravel or
debris on the windshield, always
have the windshield replaced.
Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer
for replacement.
The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)
recognizes pedestrians when all of
the following conditions are met:
The height of a pedestrian is about
1 to 2 meters.
An outline such as the head, both
shoulders, or the legs can be
determined.
In the following cases, the Forward
Sensing Camera (FSC) may not be
able to detect target objects
correctly:
Multiple pedestrians are walking,
or there are groups of people.
A pedestrian is close to a separate
object.
A pedestrian is crouching , lying , or
slouching.
A pedestrian suddenly jumps into
the road right in front of the
vehicle.
A pedestrian opens an umbrella, or
is carrying large baggage or
articles.
A pedestrian is in a dark location
such as during the night, or blends
into the background by wearing
clothes matching the background
color.
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Images displayed on the monitor from the rear view parking camera are reversed
images (mirror images).
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 reflective material.
It may be difficult 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 reflects sunlight or headlight beams.The surroundings are illuminated by vehi
cle lights, fluorescent lights, or LED
lights (display may flicker).
Extremely small dark or white dots appear on the screen (dots may flicker).An object is close to a camera.Image display may be delayed if the te mperature around the camera is low.
▼Viewing the Display
Guide lines which indicate the width of the vehicle 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.
a) Vehicle width guide lines
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 line indicates the point about 0.5 m (19 in) from the rear bumper.
The yellow lines indicate the points abou t 1.0 m (39 in) and 2.0 m (78 in) from
the rear bumper.
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▼Replacing a Wheel
WARNING
Always use wheels of the correct size
on your vehicle:
Using a wrong-sized wheel is
dangerous. Braking and handling could
be affected, leading to loss of control
and an accident.
CAUTION
A wrong-sized wheel may adversely
affect:

Tire fit
 Wheel and bearing life
 Ground clearance
 Snow-chain clearance
 Speedometer calibration
 Headlight aim
 Bumper height
 Tire Pressure Monitoring System
NOTE
When replacing a wheel, make sure
the new one is the same as the
original factory wheel in diameter,
rim width, and offset (inset/outset).
For details, contact an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.

Proper tire balancing provides the best
riding comfort and helps reduce tread
wear. Out-of-balance tires can cause
vibration and uneven wear, such as
cupping and flat spots.
Light Bulbs
▼ Light Bulbs
Front
1. Side turn signal lights*
2. Front side-marker lights
3. Headlights (High/Low beam)/
Daytime running lights
4. Front turn signal lights/Parking lights
Rear
1. High-mount brake light
2. Rear side-marker lights
3. Brake lights/Taillights
4. Rear turn signal lights
5. Taillights
*
6. Reverse lights
7. License plate lights
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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Index
F
FlasherHazard warning.................... 4-61
Headlights............................4-49
Flat Tire Changing a flat tire................. 7-5
Mounting the spare tire.......... 7-9
Removing a flat tire................ 7-6
Floor Mat................................. 3-48
Fluids Brake/Clutch........................6-20
Classification.......................... 9-4
Washer................................ 6-21
Foot Brake................................ 4-67
Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) ..........
.............................................. 4-189
Front Camera/Side Cameras/Rear
Camera.................................. 4-197
Front Radar Sensor.................. 4-193
Fuel Filler lid and cap...................3-29
Requirements....................... 3-27
Tank capacity......................... 9-5
Fuses........................................ 6-35 Panel description.................. 6-38
Replacement........................ 6-35
G
Gauges..................................... 4-18
Glove Compartment..................5-50
H
Hazardous Driving.....................3-47
Hazard Warning Flasher............. 4-61
HeadlightsComing home light...............4-52
Flashing................................4-52
High-low beam.................... 4-52
Leaving home light............... 4-52
Leveling................................4-53
Head Restraint.......................... 2-15
High Beam Control System
(HBC)....................................... 4-93 High Beam Control System (HBC)
indicator light (green)........... 4-94
Hill Launch Assist (HLA)............. 4-77
HomeLink Wireless Control
System...................................... 4-62
Hood Release........................... 6-12
Horn........................................ 4-61
I
If a Warning Light Turns On or
Flashes......................................7-20
If the Active Driving Display Does Not
Operate.................................... 7-42
Ignition Not Switched Off (STOP)
Warning Beep........................... 7-37
Ignition Switch............................ 4-4
Illuminated Entry System............ 5-40
Immobilizer System................... 3-42
Inspecting Brake/Clutch Fluid
Level.........................................6-20
Inspecting Coolan t Level............ 6-19
Inspecting Engine Oil Level.........6-18
Inspecting Washer Fluid Level..... 6-21
Instrument Cluster..................... 4-18 Average fuel economy...........4-26
Compass display.................. 4-27
Current fuel economy........... 4-26
Dashboard illumination........ 4-24
Distance-to-empty................4-25
Engine coolant temperature
gauge...................................4-22
Fuel gauge........................... 4-23
Indication/indicator lights..... 4-31
i-ACTIVSENSE display........... 4-27
Mazda intelligent Drive Select
(Mi-Drive) Display................ 4-26
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