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Press the CANCEL switch.

The system turns off when the ignition is
switched off.

NOTE

Cruise control will cancel at about 15 km/h (9
mph) below the preset speed (such as may
happen when climbing a long, steep grade).

Traction Control System
(TCS)

The Traction Control System (TCS)
enhances traction and safety by
controlling engine torque and braking.
When the TCS detects driving wheel
slippage, it lowers engine torque and
operates the brakes to prevent loss of
traction.

This means that on a slick surface, the
engine adjusts automatically to provide
optimum power to the drive wheels,
limiting wheel spin and loss of traction.

WARNING

Do not rely on the traction control
system as a substitute for safe driving:

The traction control system (TCS)
cannot compensate for unsafe and
reckless driving, excessive speed,
tailgating (following another vehicle
too closely), and hydroplaning
(reduced tire friction and road
contact because of water on the road
surface). You can still have an
accident.

Use snow tires or tire chains and drive
at reduced speeds when roads are
covered with ice and/or snow:

Driving without proper traction
devices on snow and/or ice-covered
roads is dangerous. The traction
control system (TCS) alone cannot
provide adequate traction and you
could still have an accident.

NOTE

To turn off the TCS, press the DSC OFF switch
(page 5-26).

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qTCS/DSC Indicator Light

This indicator light stays on for a few
seconds when the ignition is switched
ON. If the TCS or DSC is operating, the
indicator light flashes.

If the light stays on, the TCS or DSC may
have a malfunction and they may not
operate correctly. Take your vehicle to an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.

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In addition to the indicator light flashing, a
slight lugging sound will come from the
engine. This indicates that the TCS is
operating properly.

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On slippery surfaces, such as fresh snow, it
will be impossible to achieve high rpm
when the TCS is on.

Dynamic Stability Control
(DSC)

The Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
automatically controls braking and engine
torque in conjunction with systems such
as ABS and TCS to help control side slip
when driving on slippery surfaces, or
during sudden or evasive maneuvering,
enhancing vehicle safety.

Refer to ABS (page 5-8) and TCS (page
5-24).

DSC operation is possible at speeds
greater than 20 km/h (12 mph).

WARNING

Do not rely on the dynamic stability
control as a substitute for safe driving:

The dynamic stability control (DSC)
cannot compensate for unsafe and
reckless driving, excessive speed,
tailgating (following another vehicle
too closely), and hydroplaning
(reduced tire friction and road
contact because of water on the road
surface). You can still have an
accident.

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CAUTION

Ø The DSC may not operate correctly

unless the following are observed:

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Use tires of the correct size
specified for your Mazda on all
four wheels.

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Use tires of the same
manufacturer, brand and tread
pattern on all four wheels.

Ø

Do not mix worn tires.

Ø The DSC may not operate correctly

when tire chains are used or a
temporary spare tire is installed
because the tire diameter changes.

NOTE

After switching the ignition ON, a clicking
sound may be heard behind the dashboard.
This sound is the result of the DSC system self-
check operation and does not indicate an
abnormality.

qTCS/DSC Indicator Light

This indicator light stays on for a few
seconds when the ignition is switched
ON. If the TCS or DSC is operating, the
indicator light flashes.

If the light stays on, the TCS or DSC may
have a malfunction and they may not
operate correctly. Take your vehicle to an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.

qDSC OFF Indicator Light

This indicator light stays on for a few
seconds when the ignition is switched
ON.
It also illuminates when the DSC OFF
switch is pressed and TCS/DSC is
switched off (page 5-26).

If the light stays on when the TCS/DSC is
not switched off, take your vehicle to an
Authorized Mazda Dealer. The dynamic
stability control may have a malfunction.

qDSC OFF Switch

Press the DSC OFF switch to turn off the
TCS/DSC. The DSC OFF indicator light
illuminates.

Press the switch again to turn the TCS/
DSC back on. The DSC OFF indicator
light turns off.

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When DSC is on and you attempt to free the
vehicle when it is stuck, or drive it out of
freshly fallen snow, the TCS (part of the
DSC system) will activate. Depressing the
accelerator will not increase engine power
and freeing the vehicle may be difficult.
When this happens, turn off the TCS/DSC.

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If the TCS/DSC is off when the engine is
turned off, it automatically activates when
the ignition is switched ON.

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Leaving the TCS/DSC on will provide the
best stability.

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Tire Pressure Monitoring System

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The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) monitors the pressure for each tire.
If tire pressure is too low in one or more tires, the system will inform the driver via the
warning light in the instrument panel and by the warning beep sound.

The tire pressure sensors installed on each wheel send tire pressure data by radio signal to
the receiver unit in the vehicle.

Tire pressure sensors

NOTE

When the ambient temperature is low due to seasonal changes, tire temperatures are also lower.
When the tire temperature decreases, the air pressure decreases as well. The TPMS warning light
may illuminate more frequently. Visually inspect the tires daily before driving, and check tire
pressures monthly with a tire pressure gauge. When checking tire pressures, use of a digital tire
pressure gauge is recommended.

TPMS does not alleviate your need to check the pressure and condition of all four tires
regularly.

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CAUTION

Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold
and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on
the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a
different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure
label, you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure
monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or
more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire
pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as
possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under-
inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation
also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle's handling
and stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is
the driver's responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation
has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure
telltale.
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate
when the system is not operating properly.
The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale.
When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one
minute and then remain continuously illuminated. This sequence will continue upon
subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists. When the
malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal
low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons,
including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle
that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS
malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to
ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to
continue to function properly.
To avoid false readings, the system samples for a little while before indicating a
problem. As a result it will not instantaneously register a rapid tire deflation or blow
out.

NOTE

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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qTire Pressure Monitoring System

Warning Light

This warning light illuminates for a few
seconds when the ignition is switched
ON.

Thereafter, the warning light illuminates
and a beep is heard when tire pressure is
too low in one or more tires, and flashes
when there is a system malfunction.

WARNING

If the tire pressure monitoring system
warning light illuminates or flashes, or
the tire pressure warning beep sound is
heard, decrease vehicle speed
immediately and avoid sudden
maneuvering and braking:

If the tire pressure monitoring system
warning light illuminates or flashes,
or the tire pressure warning beep
sound is heard, it is dangerous to
drive the vehicle at high speeds, or
perform sudden maneuvering or
braking. Vehicle drivability could
worsen and result in an accident.
To determine if you have a slow leak
or a flat, pull over to a safe position
where you can check the visual
condition of the tire and determine if
you have enough air to proceed to a
place where air may be added and
the system monitored again by an
Authorized Mazda Dealer or a tire
repair station.

Do not ignore the TPMS Warning Light:

Ignoring the TPMS warning light is
dangerous, even if you know why it is
illuminated. Have the problem taken
care of as soon as possible before it
develops into a more serious
situation that could lead to tire
failure and a dangerous accident.

Warning light illuminates/Warning
beep sounds

When the warning light illuminates, and
the warning beep sound is heard (about 3
seconds), tire pressure is too low in one or
more tires.

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Adjust the tire pressure to the correct tire
pressure. Refer to the specification charts
(page 10-6).

CAUTION

When replacing/repairing the tires or
wheels or both, have the work done
by an Authorized Mazda Dealer, or
the tire pressure sensors may be
damaged.

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Perform tire pressure adjustment when the
tires are cold. Tire pressure will vary
according to the tire temperature, therefore
let the vehicle stand for 1 hour or only drive
it 1.6 km (1 mile) or less before adjusting
the tire pressures. When pressure is
adjusted on hot tires to the cold inflation
pressure, the TPMS warning light/beep may
turn on after the tires cool and pressure
drops below specification.
Also, an illuminated TPMS warning light,
resulting from the tire air pressure dropping
due to cold ambient temperature, may turn
off if the ambient temperature rises. In this
case, it will also be necessary to adjust the
tire air pressures. If the TPMS warning
light illuminates due to a drop in tire air
pressure, make sure to check and adjust the
tire air pressures.

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After adjusting the tire air pressures, it may
require some time for the TPMS warning
light to turn off. If the TPMS warning light
remains illuminated, drive the vehicle at a
speed of at least 25 km/h (16 mph) for 10
minutes, and then verify that it turns off.

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Tires lose air naturally over time and the
TPMS cannot tell if the tires are getting too
soft over time or you have a flat. However,
when you find one low tire in a set of four-
that is an indication of trouble; you should
have someone drive the vehicle slowly
forward so you can inspect any low tire for
cuts and any metal objects sticking through
tread or sidewall. Put a few drops of water
in the valve stem to see if it bubbles
indicating a bad valve. Leaks need to be
addressed by more than simply refilling the
trouble tire as leaks are dangerous - take it
to an Authorized Mazda Dealer which has
all the equipment to fix tires, TPMS systems
and order the best replacement tire for your
vehicle.

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If the warning light illuminates again even
after the tire pressures are adjusted, there
may be a tire puncture. Replace the
punctured tire with the temporary spare
tire (page 7-7).

NOTE

A tire pressure sensor is not installed to the
temporary spare tire. The warning light will
flash continuously while the temporary spare
tire is being used.

Warning light flashes

When the warning light flashes, there may
be a system malfunction. Consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.

qSystem Error Activation

When the warning light flashes, there may
be a system malfunction. Consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
A system error activation may occur in
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When there is equipment or a device
near the vehicle using the same radio
frequency as that of the tire pressure
sensors.

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When using the following devices in
the vehicle that may cause radio
interference with the receiver unit.

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A digital device such as a personal
computer.

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A current converter device such as a
DC-AC converter.

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When excess snow or ice adheres to
the vehicle, especially around the
wheels.

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When the tire pressure sensor batteries
are exhausted.

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When using a wheel with no tire
pressure sensor installed.

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When using tires with steel wire
reinforcement in the side walls.

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When using tire chains.

qTires and Wheels

CAUTION

When inspecting or adjusting the tire
air pressures, do not apply excessive
force to the stem part of the wheel
unit. The stem part could be
damaged.

Changing tires and wheels

The following procedure allows the
TPMS to recognize a tire pressure sensor's
unique ID signal code whenever tires or
wheels are changed, such as changing to
and from winter tires.

NOTE

Each tire pressure sensor has a unique ID
signal code. The signal code must be
registered with the TPMS before it can work.
The easiest way to do it is to have an
Authorized Mazda Dealer change your tire and
complete ID signal code registration.

When having tires changed at an
Authorized Mazda Dealer

When an Authorized Mazda Dealer
changes your vehicle's tires, they will
complete the tire pressure sensor ID signal
code registration.

When changing tires yourself

If you or someone else changes tires, you
or someone else can also undertake the
steps for the TPMS to complete the ID
signal code registration.

1. After tires have been changed, switch

the ignition ON, then back to ACC or
OFF.

2. Wait for about 15 minutes.

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3. After about 15 minutes, drive the

vehicle at a speed of at least 25 km/h
(16 mph) for 10 minutes and the tire
pressure sensor ID signal code will be
registered automatically.

NOTE

If the vehicle is driven within about 15 minutes
of changing tires, the tire pressure monitoring
system warning light will flash because the
sensor ID signal code would not have been
registered. If this happens, park the vehicle for
about 15 minutes, after which the sensor ID
signal code will register upon driving the
vehicle for 10 minutes.

Replacing tires and wheels

CAUTION

Ø When replacing/repairing the tires

or wheels or both, have the work
done by an Authorized Mazda
Dealer, or the tire pressure sensors
may be damaged.

Ø The wheels equipped on your

Mazda are specially designed for
installation of the tire pressure
sensors. Do not use non-genuine
wheels, otherwise it may not be
possible to install the tire pressure
sensors.

Be sure to have the tire pressure sensors
installed whenever tires or wheels are
replaced.
When having a tire or wheel or both
replaced, the following types of tire
pressure sensor installations are possible.

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The tire pressure sensor is removed
from the old wheel and installed to the
new one.

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The same tire pressure sensor is used
with the same wheel. Only the tire is
replaced.

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A new tire pressure sensor is installed
to a new wheel.

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The tire pressure sensor ID signal code
must be registered when a new tire pressure
sensor is purchased. For purchase of a tire
pressure sensor and registration of the tire
pressure sensor ID signal code, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.

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When reinstalling a previously removed tire
pressure sensor to a wheel, replace the
grommet (seal between valve body/sensor
and wheel) for the tire pressure sensor.

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Parking Sensor System

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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 corner sensor

Rear 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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NOTE

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Do not install any accessories within the detection ranges of the sensors. It may affect the system
operation.

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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.

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The system may not operate normally under the following conditions:

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Mud, ice, or snow is adhering to the sensor area (Returns to normal operation when removed).

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The sensor area is frozen (Returns to normal operation when the ice is thawed).

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The sensor is covered by a hand.

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The sensor is excessively shocked.

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The vehicle is excessively tilted.

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Under extremely hot or cold weather conditions.

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The vehicle is driven on bumps, inclines, gravel, or grass covered roads.

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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.

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The vehicle is driven in heavy rain or in road conditions causing water-splash.

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A commercially-available fender pole or an antenna for a radio transmitter is installed to the
vehicle.

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The vehicle is moving towards a tall or square curbstone.

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An obstruction is too close to the sensor.

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Obstructions 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.

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The following types obstructions may not be detected:

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Thin objects such as wire or rope

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Things which absorb sonic waves easily such as cotton or snow

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Angular shaped objects

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Very tall objects, and those which are wide at the top

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Small, short objects

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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.

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The 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.

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qSensor Detection Range

The sensors detect obstructions within the following range.

Rear sensor detection range

Rear corner sensor detection range

A: About 50 cm (About 20 in)
B: About 150 cm (About 59.1 in)

A

B

qPark Assist Sensor System Operation

The switch can be activated 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.

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.

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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 system will then operate when the shift lever is placed in reverse (R).
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.

The system is cancelled under the following conditions:

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The vehicle speed is 10 km/h (6 mph) or more.

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The parking sensor switch is pressed while the parking sensor is in operation.

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qParking Sensor Warning Beep

Obstruction detection sound

The beeper sounds as follows while the system is operating.

Rear Sensor

Distance between vehicle and obstruction

Beeper sound

*1

Rear Sensor

Approx. 150

―60 cm (59.0―24.0 in)

Slow intermittent sound

Approx. 60

―45 cm (23―18 in)

Medium intermittent sound

Approx. 45

―35 cm (17―14 in)

Fast intermittent sound

Within approx. 35 cm (14 in)

Continuous sound

*1 The speed of the intermittent sound increases as the vehicle approaches the obstruction.

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Rear Corner Sensor

Distance between vehicle and obstruction

Beeper sound

*1

Rear Corner Sensor

Approx. 50

―37 cm (19―15 in)

Medium intermittent sound

Approx. 37

―25 cm (14.0―9.9 in)

Fast intermittent sound

Within approx. 25 cm (9.8 in)

Continuous sound

*1 The speed of the intermittent sound increases as the vehicle approaches the obstruction.

Parking sensor malfunction sound

In the following cases, a problem with the system may be indicated.

Condition

Action

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The beep sound is not heard
even if the shift lever is shifted
to the reverse (R).

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Beep sound is heard and the
indicator light in the parking
sensor switch flashes.

The system may have a malfunction. Have the vehicle inspected at an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.

The intermittent sound of the
buzzer is heard five times.

Remove any foreign material from the sensor area. If the system does not
recover, have the vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

NOTE

The beep sound 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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