MAZDA MODEL CX-9 2013 Owners Manual (in English)

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lThe detectability of the radar sensors has its limitations. The BSM system may not operate
properly under the following conditions:
lIce, snow, or soil adheres to the rear bumper surface around the radar sensors.lDuring adverse weather conditions such as rain or snow, or under conditions where water is
sprayed.
lThe rear bumper area around the radar sensors is blocked by foreign material (such as
stickers or a bicycle carrier).
lThe radar sensors may not detect all types of vehicles around your vehicle, especially the
following types of vehicles:
lMotorcycleslVehicles with body shapes that radar may not reflect such as a flatbed trailer with no cargo.lVehicles with lower body height such as sports cars.lHave the radar sensors inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer if any shock is applied to the
rear bumper, even in a minor accident. If the vehicle is driven with a damaged radar sensor, the
system may not operate properly resulting in an accident.
lFor repairs or paintwork around the radar sensors, or replacement of the bumper, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
lThe radar sensors of the BSM system may be regulated under the radio wave related laws of the
country where the vehicle is driven. The sensors in this system are approved for use in the U.S.A.
(including territories), Canada, and Mexico. If a vehicle with a BSM system is driven in a country
other than the U.S.A., Canada, or Mexico, the system has to be turned off using the BSM OFF
switch.
lThe detection area of the system has been determined based on the lane width of general
freeways. Therefore on a road with a narrower lane width, the system may detect vehicles on a
lane next to the adjacent lane and operate the warning light/beep. On a road with wider lane
width, the system may not detect vehicles on the adjacent lane and may not operate the warning
light/beep.
lOperation of the warning light/beep may be delayed or the system may not operate the warning
light/beep under the following conditions:
lThe vehicle accelerates from a standing-start with a vehicle alongside.lA vehicle moves from a lane two lanes over to the adjacent lane.lThe difference in vehicle speed between your vehicle and another vehicle is larger when
passing or being passed, and the vehicle passes the detection area within a short period of
time.
lOn a steep incline, or when there is a difference in height between lanes.lImmediately after the system has been activated by pressing the BSM OFF switch again after it
has been turned off (BSM OFF indicator light in instrument panel illuminates) by pressing the
switch.
lAlthough the system may detect objects on the road side such as parked vehicles or guardrails and
operate the warning light/beep, it does not indicate a malfunction.
lIf the vehicle is driven on a road with less traffic and few vehicles that the radar sensors can
detect, the system may pause (The BSM OFF indicator light in the instrument panel flashes).
However, it does not indicate a malfunction.
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lThe following conditions may affect the visibility of the BSM warning lights on the outside mirror,
making it difficult to confirm the illumination of the lights:
lIce or snow adheres to the surface of the outside mirrors.lThe door window glass is tinted.
qBSM Warning Light/Beep
BSM warning light
Equipped on the left and right door
mirrors.
This warning light illuminates for a few
seconds when the ignition is switched
ON.
If the BSM system detects a vehicle in the
detection area while the vehicle is driven
at a speed of about 32 km/h (20 mph) or
more, the BSM warning light illuminates
on the side of the vehicle where the rear
on-coming vehicle is detected.
NOTE
lIf ice or snow adhere to the outer mirror
surface, the BSM warning light may not be
visible.
lIf the door window glass is tinted, it may
affect the visibility of the BSM warning
light, making it difficult to confirm the
illumination of the light.
BSM warning beep
The warning beep operates when the turn
signal lever is operated to the side where
the BSM warning light is illuminated.
NOTE
The system can be personalized so that the
BSM warning beep does not operate. Refer to
Personalization Features on page 10-8.
qBSM OFF Indicator Light
This indicator light illuminates for a few
seconds when the ignition is switched
ON.
The BSM OFF indicator light illuminates
when the BSM system is turned off by
pressing the BSM OFF switch.
The indicator light flashes if the BSM
system has a malfunction. Consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
NOTE
If the vehicle is driven on a road with less
traffic and few vehicles that the radar sensors
can detect, the system may pause (The BSM
OFF indicator light in the instrument panel
flashes). However, it does not indicate a
malfunction.
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qBSM OFF Switch
When the BSM switch is pressed, the
BSM system turns off and the BSM OFF
indicator light illuminates.
Press the BSM OFF switch again to turn
on the BSM system. The BSM OFF
indicator light turns off.
NOTE
lThe system may not operate normally when
towing a trailer. Turn off the system by
operating the BSM OFF switch when
towing a trailer.
lIf the ignition is switched off with the BSM
system turned off, the system becomes
operable automatically when the ignition is
switched ON.
qCare of Radar Sensors
The radar sensors are equipped inside the
rear bumper.
Radar sensors
Always keep the bumper surface near the
radar sensor area clean so that the BSM
system operates normally. Refer to the
Exterior Care (page 8-58).
NOTE
lThe BSM OFF indicator light flashes if the
radar sensors cannot operate normally. If
the light remains flashing after cleaning the
bumper surface near the radar sensor area,
consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
lFor repairs or paintwork around the radar
sensors, or replacement of the bumper,
consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
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qSafety Certification
Radiation Hazard
This BSM (blind spot monitoring) device emits intentional electromagnetic radiation in the
24 GHz to 25 GHz frequency range. The total radiated average power over the entire
bandwidth is below_
14 dBm (40 µW). The active emitting antenna surface is 72 cm
2;
therefore the radiated power density in front of the BSM device is 0.55 µW/cm2. This
value is far below the legal human exposure protection limit of 1 mW/cm2(MPE) in
Europe and US.
Declaration of compliance for 24 GHz blind spot radar
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NOTE
During printing time of this user manual the approvals listed above are granted. Further countries
may become available or actual certification identifiers may be subject to change or update.
WARNING
Changes or modifications not expressively approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
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Parking Sensor System
The parking sensor system uses ultrasonic sensors to detect obstructions around the vehicle
while parking the vehicle in a garage or during parallel parking when the vehicle is driven
at a speed of about 10 km/h (6 mph) or less. The system is equipped with an assist device
to notify the driver of the approximate distance from the vehicle to the surrounding
obstruction using a beep sound.
Rear sensor Rear corner sensor
WARNING
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 operating 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.
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NOTElDo not install any accessories within the detection ranges of the sensors. It may affect the system
operation.
lDepending on the type of obstruction and the surrounding conditions, the detection range of a
sensor may narrow, or the sensors may not be able to detect obstructions.
lThe system may not operate normally under the following conditions:lMud, ice, or snow is adhering to the sensor area (Returns to normal operation when removed).lThe sensor area is frozen (Returns to normal operation when the ice is thawed).lThe sensor is covered by a hand.lThe sensor is excessively shocked.lThe vehicle is excessively tilted.lUnder extremely hot or cold weather conditions.lThe vehicle is driven on bumps, inclines, gravel, or grass covered roads.lAnything which generates ultrasound is near the vehicle, such as another vehicle's horn, the
engine sound of a motorcycle, the air brake sound of a large-sized vehicle, or another vehicle's
sensors.
lThe vehicle is driven in heavy rain or in road conditions causing water-splash.lA commercially-available fender pole or an antenna for a radio transmitter is installed to the
vehicle.
lThe vehicle is moving towards a tall or square curbstone.lAn obstruction is too close to the sensor.lObstructions under the bumper may not be detected. Obstructions that are lower than the bumper
or thin which may have been initially detected but are no longer detected as the vehicle
approaches more closely.
lThe following types obstructions may not be detected:lThin objects such as wire or ropelThings which absorb sonic waves easily such as cotton or snowlAngular shaped objectslVery tall objects, and those which are wide at the toplSmall, short objectslAlways have the system inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer if any shock is applied to the
bumpers, even in a minor accident. If the sensors are deviated, they cannot detect obstructions.
lThe system may have a malfunction if the beep does not operate or the indicator light does not
illuminate when the park assist sensors switch is turned on. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
lThe system may have a malfunction if the beep sound which indicates a system malfunction is
heard and the indicator light flashes. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
lThe beeper which indicates a system malfunction may not be heard if the ambient temperature is
extremely cold, or mud, ice, or snow adheres to the sensor area. Remove any foreign material
from the sensor area.
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qSensor Detection Range
The sensors detect obstructions within the following range.
Rear sensor detection range Rear corner sensor detection range
AUnit: cm (in)
BA: About 150 (About 59.1)
B: About 150 (About 59.1)
qPark Assist Sensors Switch
The switch can be used when the ignition is switched ON, the shift lever is in any position
except reverse (R), and the vehicle speed is about 10 km/h (6 mph) or less.
When the parking sensor switch is pressed, a beep sound is heard and the indicator light in
the switch illuminates.
The system is cancelled under the following conditions:lThe vehicle speed is 10 km/h (6 mph) or more.lThe parking sensor switch is pressed while the parking sensor is in operation.
NOTE
If the system is cancelled, it will not restore automatically even when the vehicle speed is decreased to
10 km/h or less.
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Operation Conditions
The system can be used when the ignition is switched ON.
The sensors detect obstructions under the following conditions:
Sensor Condition
Rear Sensor The shift lever is in reverse (R).
Rear Corner Sensor The shift lever is in reverse (R), and the vehicle speed is about 10 km/h (6 mph) or less.
qParking Sensor Warning Beep
The beeper sounds as follows while the system is operating.
Distance between vehicle and obstruction
Beeper sound*1Rear Sensor Rear Corner Sensor
Approx. 150―100 cm (59.0―39.3 in)
Approx. 150―100 cm (59.0―39.3 in)
Slow intermittent sound
Approx. 100―50 cm (39.3―19 in)
Approx. 100―50 cm (39.3―19 in)
Medium intermittent
sound
Approx. 50―30 cm (19―11 in)
Approx. 50―30 cm (19―11 in)
Fast intermittent sound
Within approx. 30 cm (11 in)
Within approx. 30 cm (11 in)
Continuous sound
*1 The speed of the intermittent sound increases as the vehicle approaches the obstruction.
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qWhen Warning Beep is Activated
The system notifies the driver of an abnormality by activating the beep sound.
Beep How to check
The beep sound is not heard.The system may have a malfunction. Have the vehicle inspected at an Authorized
Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
1 consecutive beep Corner Left Sensor
Remove any foreign material from the sensor area. If
the system does not recover, have the vehicle
inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 2 consecutive beeps Left Sensor
3 consecutive beeps Right Sensor
4 consecutive beeps Corner Right Sensor
Corner right sensor Corner left sensor
Right sensor Left sensor
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