parking sensors MAZDA MODEL CX-9 2020 Owners Manual (in English)

i-ACTIVSENSE*
i-ACTIVSENSE is a collective term covering a series of advanced safety and driver support
systems which make use of a Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) and radar sensors. These
systems consist of active safety and pre-crash safety systems.
These systems are designed to assist the driver in safer driving by reducing the load on the
driver and helping to avert collisions or reduce their severity. However, because each system
has its limitations, always drive carefully and do not rely solely on the systems.
▼Active Safety Technology
Active Safety Technology supports safer driving by helping the driver to recognize potential
hazards and avert accidents.
Driver awareness support systems
Nighttime visibility
Adaptive Fron
t Lighting System (AFS)................................................................... page 4-117
High Beam Control System (HBC).......................................................................... page 4-118
Left/right side and rear side detection
Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)..... ......................................................... page 4-156
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)......................... ........................................................ page 4-121
Road sign recognition
Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR).................................................................. page 4-127
Inter-vehicle distance recognition
Distance Recognition Su pport System (DRSS)....................................................... page 4-133
Rear obstruction detection when leaving a parking space
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA).............................................................................page 4-137
Full-surround recognition
360°View Monitor................................................................................................... page 4-175
Driver support systems
Inter-vehicle distance
Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (MRCC with Stop & Go
function)................................................................................................................... pag e 4-141
Lane departure
Lane-keep Assist System (LAS)................... ........................................................... page 4-156
When Driving
i-ACTIVSENSE
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360° View Monitor*
The 360° View Monitor consists of the following functions which assist the driver in
checking the area surrounding the vehicle using various indications in the center display and
a warning sound while the vehicle is being driven at low speeds or while parking.
To p v i e w
The top view displays an image of the vehicl e from directly above on the center display
by combining the images taken from the 4 cameras set on all sides of the vehicle. The top
view displays on the right side of the screen when the front view or rear view screen is
being displayed. The top view assists the driver in checking the area surrounding the
vehicle when the vehicle is moving forward or in reverse.
Front view/front wide view
The image from the front of the vehi cle is displayed on the center display.
The view from the front assists the driver in checking the front of the vehicle by
displaying guide lines on the displayed image taken from the front of the vehicle.
Side view
The images taken from the front left and right sides of the vehicle are displayed on the
center display.
The side view assists the driver in checking the front sides of the vehicle by displaying
guide lines on the displayed image taken from the front left and right sides of the vehicle.
Rear view/rear wide view
The image from the rear of the vehicle is displayed on the center display.
The image from the rear assists the driver in checking the rear of the vehicle by displaying
guide lines on the displayed image taken from the rear of the vehicle.
Parking sensor
If there are any obstructions near the vehicle while the top view/side view is displayed, an
obstruction detection indication turns on around the bumper in the center display.
The parking sensors use ultrasonic sensors to detect obstructions around the vehicle when
the vehicle is driven at low speeds, such as during garage or parallel parking, and notifies
the driver of the approximate distance fro m the vehicle to the surrounding obstruction
using sound and an obstruction detection indication.
Refer to Parking Sensor System on page 4-229.
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
If there is the possibility of a collision with an approaching vehicle while the rear view/
rear wide view is displayed, a warning is displayed on the center display.
The Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) uses radar sensors (rear) to detect vehicles
approaching from the rear left and right sides of the vehicle, and it assists the driver in
checking the rear of the vehicle while reversing by flashing the Blind Spot Monitoring
(BSM) warning lights and activating the warning sound.
Refer to Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) on page 4-137.
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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 low speeds, such as during garage or parallel parking, and a
buzzer sound and detection indicator notify the driver of the approximate distance from the
vehicle to the surrounding obstruction.

Rear corner sensor
Front corner sensor
Rear sensor
Front sensorSome models.
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 operat ing 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 the 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 normally 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.
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The vehicle is driven on bumps, inclines, gravel, or grass covered roads.
Anything 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.
The vehicle is driven in heavy rain or in road conditions causing water-splash.
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.
An obstruction is too close to the sensor.
Obstructions under the bumper may not be detected. Obstructions that are lower than the
bumper or thin which may have been initially detected may no longer be detected as the
vehicle approaches more closely to the obstruction.
The following types of obstructions may not be detected:
Thin objects such as wire or rope
Things which absorb sonic waves easily such as cotton or snow
Angular shaped objects
Very tall objects, and those which are wide at the top
Small, short objects
Always 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.
(With front sensor and front corner sensor)
The system may have a malfunction if the b eep does not operate or the indicator light
does not illuminate when the park assist sensors switch is turned on. Consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
(Without front sensor and front corner sensor)
The system may have a malfunction if the beep does not operate. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
(With front sensor and front corner sensor)
The 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.
The 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.
When installing a trailer hitch, c onsult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
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▼Sensor Detection Range
The sensors detect obstructions
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 21.7 in)
B: About 55 cm (About 21.7 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
Without 360° view monitor With 360° viewmonitor Front Sensor
*/Front
Corner Sensor*Rear Sensor/Rear Corner Sensor
Without front sen-
sor and front cor- ner sensor With front sensor
and front 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)
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▼Park Assist Sensor System Operation
With front sensor and front corner sensor
The switch can be activated when the ignition is switched ON, the selector 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, the obstruction detection
indication is displayed in the audio screen, and the indicator light in the switch illuminates.

Indicator light
NOTE
If the system is cancelled, it will not restore automatically even when the vehicle speed is
decreased to 10 km/h (6 mph) or less.
When the ignition is switched OFF, the system status before it was turned off is
maintained. For example, if the ignition is switched OFF while the parking sensor is
activated, the system will be activated when the ignition is switched ON the next time.
Sensor detection condition
The system can be used when the ignition is switched ON and the Park Assist Sensor
Switch has been turned on.
The sensors detect obstructions under the following conditions:
Sensor Condition
Front Sensor The selector lever is in any position ex
cept reverse (R), and the vehicle speed is
about 10 km/h (6 mph) or less.
Front Corner Sensor The vehicle speed is about 10 km/h (6 mph) or less.
Rear Sensor The selector lever is in reverse (R).
Rear Corner Sensor The selector lever is in reverse (R), and
the vehicle speed is about 10 km/h (6 mph)
or less.
The system is cancelled under the following conditions:
The parking sensor switch is pressed while the parking sensor is in operation.
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The vehicle speed is 10 km/h (6 mph) or more. (Except rear sensor)
Without front sensor and front corner sensor
When the ignition is swit ched ON and the selector lever is shifted to the reverse (R), the
beep sound activates and the system is enabled for use.
The sensors detect obstructions under the following conditions:
Sensor Condition
Rear Sensor The selector lever is in reverse (R).
Rear Corner Sensor The selector lever is in reverse (R), and the vehicle speed is ab
out 10 km/h (6 mph)
or less.
▼ Obstruction Detection Indication
The position of a sensor which has detected an obstruction is indicated. The gauge
illuminates in different areas depending on the distance to an obstruction detected by the
sensor.
As the vehicle approaches closer to an obstruction, the zone in the gauge closer to the
vehicle illuminates.

With 360° view monitorWithout 360° view monitor
Left front
corner sensor Right front
corner sensor
Rear sensor Rear sensor
Left rear
corner sensor Left front
corner sensor
Left rear
corner sensor
Right rear
corner sensor Right front
corner sensor
Right rear
corner sensor
Front sensor
Front sensor
Some models
NOTE
The detection indicator can switch between display and non-display.
Refer to Personalization Features on page 9-9.
System problem notification
If a problem occurs, the driver is notified of the problem by the following indications.
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Index
P
Parking Sensor System................... 4-229
Personalization Features..................... 9-9
Power Liftgate................................... 3-22
Power Liftgate Warning Beep........... 7-49
Power Steering................................ 4-113
Power Steering Warning Buzzer....... 7-50
Power Windows................................ 3-39
R
Radar Sensors (Rear)...................... 4-209
Radar Sensor (Front).......................4-206
Rearview Mirror................................3-36
Rear Coat Hooks............................. 5-108
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA).... 4-137
Rear Door Child Safety Locks.......... 3-20
Rear View Monitor......................... 4-221 Displayable range on the
screen......................................... 4-223
Picture quality adjustment......... 4-227
Rear view monitor operation..... 4-224
Rear view parking camera
location...................................... 4-222
Switching to the rear view monitor
display........................................4-222
Variance between actual road
conditions and displayed
Image......................................... 4-226
Viewing the display................... 4-224
Rear Window Defogger.................... 4-78
Rear Window Washer... .................... 4-78
Rear Window Wiper......................... 4-78
Recommended Oil.............................6-22
Recording of Vehicle Data................ 8-22
Recreational Towing......................... 3-65
Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign
Country.............................................. 8-18
Replacement Fuse..............................................6-50
Key battery.................................. 6-34
Light bulbs...................................6-42
Tires............................................. 6-39
Wheel........................................... 6-41
Wiper........................................... 6-27
Request Switch Inoperable Warning
Beep (With the advanced keyless
function)............................................ 7-49
Rocking the Vehicle.......................... 3-51
S
Safety Defects, Reporting................. 8-14
Saving Fuel and Protection of the
Environment...................................... 3-49
Scheduled Maintenance...................... 6-4
Seat Driving position memory............ 2-11
Seats.................................................... 2-5 Front seat....................................... 2-5
Head restraint.............................. 2-28
Seat ventilation............................ 2-33
Seat warmer................................. 2-31
Second-row seat.......................... 2-15
Second-Row Seat (Captain Seat
Type)............................................ 2-22
Third-row seat............................. 2-26
Seat Belt System............................... 2-38 Automatic locking....................... 2-37
Emergency locking...................... 2-37
Extender....................................... 2-42
Pregnant women.......................... 2-37
Seat belt precautions................... 2-35
3-point type................................. 2-38
Seat Belt Warning Beep.................... 7-47
Second-Row Seat....... ....................... 2-15
Second-Row Seat (Captain Seat
Type)..................................................2-22
Security System Immobilizer system..................... 3-45
Theft-deterrent system.................3-47
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