Mazda 3 Hatchback (2022 year). Manual in english — page 22

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If the position or angle of each camera changes due to tilting of the vehicle, the
image may appear distorted.

x

Lines on the road may appear distorted at the seams where each of the camera
images merge.

x

The screen area for each camera may appear bright/dark depending on the
illumination level around any of the cameras.

Viewing the screen

Display/Icon

Content

(1)

Tire icon

Indicates the tire direction. Moves in conjunction with
the steering wheel operation.

(2)

Projected vehicle path lines (yellow
& red)

Indicates the approximate projected path of the vehicle.
Moves in conjunction with the steering wheel operation.
a) Indicates the path where the edge of the rear bumper
is expected to travel.
b) Indicates the path where the outer side of the vehicle
is expected to travel.

(3)

Extended vehicle width lines (blue) These guide lines indicate the approximate width of the

vehicle.

(4)

Projected vehicle path distance
guide lines (yellow & red)

These guide lines indicate the approximate distance to a
point measured from the rear of the vehicle (from the
end of the bumper).

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The red line indicates the point about 0.5 m (19 in)
from the rear end of the bumper.

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The yellow lines indicate the points about 1.0 m (39
in) and 2.0 m (78 in) from the rear end of the bumper.

NOTE

The setting can be changed so that the projected vehicle path lines are not
displayed.
Refer to the Settings section in the Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.

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How to use the projected vehicle path line function

CAUTION

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The front of the vehicle swings out wide when turning the steering wheel while
reversing. Maintain sufficient distance between the vehicle and an obstruction.

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The parking sensor detection range has limitations. For example, obstructions
closing in from the side and objects short in height may not be detected. Always
confirm the safety around the vehicle visually when driving.
For details, refer to the parking sensor obstruction detection indication and
warning sound.
Refer to Parking Sensor System on page 4-248.

NOTE

x

Because there might be a difference between the image displayed on the screen,
such as indicated in the following, and the actual conditions when parking, always
check the safety at the rear of the vehicle and the surrounding area directly with
your eyes.

x

Even though the back end of the parking space (or garage) displayed on the
screen and distance guide lines appear parallel, they may not actually be
parallel.

x

When parking in a space with a division line on only one side of the parking
space, even though the division line and the vehicle width guide line appear
parallel, they may not actually be parallel.

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The following shows an example of vehicle parking with the steering wheel turned
to the left while backing up the vehicle. When backing into a parking space from
the opposite direction, the steering operation is reversed.

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1. Back the vehicle into the parking space by turning the steering wheel so that the

vehicle enters the center of the parking space.

1. (Screen display)
2. (Actual condition)

2. After the vehicle starts entering the parking space, stop and adjust the steering

wheel so that the distance between the vehicle width lines and the sides of the
parking space on the left and right are roughly equal, and then continue backing
up slowly.

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3. Once the vehicle width lines and the sides of the parking space on the left and

right are parallel, straighten the wheels and back the vehicle slowly into the
parking space. Continue checking the vehicle's surroundings and then stop the
vehicle in the best possible position. (If the parking space has division lines,
check whether the vehicle width guide lines are parallel to them.)

1. (Screen display)
2. (Actual condition)

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Top View/Rear Wide View

Use the top view/rear wide view to assist in checking the safety of the surrounding
area when accelerating from a stop, parking, or stopping the vehicle.

Range of displayed screen image

1. Target object

NOTE

x

In the top view screen, the areas in black at the front and rear of the vehicle image
and the seams where each of the camera images merge are blind spots.

x

Because images displayed in the top view screen are processed from each camera,
the top view screen may display in the following ways.

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Depending on the surrounding environment, the color of objects may be
displayed on the screen in a color different from the actual one.

x

Depending on the surrounding environment, it may take a few seconds for the
color of the screen display to adjust.

x

Obstructions displayed in the front view may not display on the top view screen.

x

If the position or angle of each camera changes due to tilting of the vehicle, the
image may appear distorted.

x

Lines on the road may appear distorted at the seams where each of the camera
images merge.

x

The screen area for each camera may appear bright/dark depending on the
illumination level around any of the cameras.

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Viewing the screen

Display/Icon

Content

(1)

Extended vehicle width lines and
distance guide lines (blue & red)

These guide lines indicate the approximate width of the
vehicle and distance to a point measured from the rear
of the vehicle (from the end of the bumper).

x

The red lines indicate the points up to about 0.5 m
(19 in) from the rear end of the bumper.

NOTE

The top view/rear wide view screen displays the image at the rear of the vehicle at a
wide angle and corrects the image to help detect approaching obstructions from the
side. Therefore, it differs from the actual view.

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Margin of Error Between Road Surface on Screen and Actual Road Surface

There might be some margin of error between the road surface appearing on the
screen and the actual road surface. A margin of error in the perceived distance could
lead to an accident, therefore be aware of the following conditions which can more
easily produce errors in the perceived distance.

The vehicle tilts due to weight of passengers and cargo.

If the vehicle is tilted, obstructions picked up by a camera can appear farther or
closer than the actual distance from the vehicle.

Front camera

1. Obstruction
2. Margin of error

Side camera

1. Obstruction
2. Margin of error

Rear camera

1. Obstruction
2. Margin of error

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There is a steep up or down grade in the road at the front or rear of the vehicle

If there is a steep up or down grade in the road at the front or rear of the vehicle,
obstructions picked up by the camera can appear farther or closer than the actual
distance from the vehicle.

Front camera

1. Appears further than actual distance
2. Distance of obstruction being viewed on screen
3. Actual distance of obstruction from vehicle
4. Actual obstruction
5. Obstruction appearing on screen
6. Appears closer than actual distance

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Side camera

1. Appears further than actual distance
2. Distance of obstruction being viewed on screen
3. Actual distance of obstruction from vehicle
4. Actual obstruction
5. Obstruction appearing on screen
6. Appears closer than actual distance

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Rear camera

1. Appears further than actual distance
2. Distance of obstruction being viewed on screen
3. Actual distance of obstruction from vehicle
4. Obstruction appearing on screen
5. Actual obstruction
6. Appears closer than actual distance

NOTE

If the vehicle is on a slope, obstructions taken by the camera can appear farther or
closer than the actual distance from the vehicle.

Three-dimensional object at vehicle front or rear

Because the vehicle front end guide lines (side camera) or the distance guide lines
(rear camera) are displayed based on a flat surface, the distance to the
three-dimensional object displayed on the screen is different from the actual
distance.

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Side camera

1. (Screen display)
2. (Actual condition)

Rear camera

1. (Screen display)
2. (Actual condition)
3. Sensed distance on screen A>B>C
4. Actual distance B>C=A

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System Problem Indication

Center display indication

Cause

Action to be taken

“No camera signal.” is displayed

The control unit might be damaged. Have your vehicle inspected

by an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.

Screen is pitch-black and blank

The camera might be damaged.

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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.

x

High Beam Control System (HBC)

x

Lane Departure Warning System
(LDWS)

x

Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR)

x

Distance & Speed Alert (DSA)

x

Driver Attention Alert (DAA)

x

Mazda Radar Cruise Control
(MRCC)

x

Mazda Radar Cruise Control with
Stop & Go function (MRCC with
Stop & Go function)

x

Lane-keep Assist System (LAS)

x

Traffic Jam Assist (TJA)

x

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

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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.

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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.

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Heed the following cautions to
assure the correct operation of the
Forward Sensing Camera (FSC).

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Be careful not to scratch the
Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)
lens or allow it to get dirty.

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*Some models.

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Do not remove the Forward
Sensing Camera (FSC) cover.

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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.

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Consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer regarding cleaning the
interior side of the windshield
around the Forward Sensing
Camera (FSC).

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Consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer before performing repairs
around the Forward Sensing
Camera (FSC).

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The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)
is installed to the windshield.
Consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer for windshield repair and
replacement.

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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.

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When performing repairs around
the rearview mirror, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.

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Consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer regarding cleaning of the
camera lens.

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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.

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High Beam Control System
(HBC)

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Lane Departure Warning System
(LDWS)

¾

Traffic Sign Recognition System
(TSR)

¾

Distance & Speed Alert (DSA)

¾

Driver Attention Alert (DAA)

¾

Mazda Radar Cruise Control
(MRCC)

¾

Mazda Radar Cruise Control
with Stop & Go function (MRCC
with Stop & Go function)

¾

Lane-keep Assist System (LAS)

¾

Traffic Jam Assist (TJA)

¾

Smart Brake Support (SBS)
forward drive detection

¾

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.

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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.

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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.

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NOTE

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In the following cases, the Forward
Sensing Camera (FSC) cannot detect
target objects correctly, and each
system may be unable to operate
normally.

x

The height of the vehicle ahead is
low.

x

You drive your vehicle at the same
speed as the vehicle ahead.

x

Headlights are not turned on
during the night or when going
through a tunnel.

x

In the following cases, the Forward
Sensing Camera (FSC) may not be
able to detect target objects
correctly.

x

Under bad weather condition,
such as rain, fog and snow.

x

The window washer is being used
or the windshield wipers are not
used when it's raining.

x

Ice, fog, snow, frost, rainfall, dirt,
or foreign matter such as a plastic
bag is stuck on the windshield.

x

Trucks with low loading platforms
and vehicles with an extremely low
or high profile.

x

When driving next to walls with no
patterning (including fences and
longitudinally striped walls).

x

The taillights of the vehicle ahead
are turned off.

x

A vehicle is outside the
illumination range of the
headlights.

x

The vehicle is making a sharp turn,
or ascending or descending a steep
slope.

x

Entering or exiting a tunnel.

x

Heavy luggage is loaded causing
the vehicle to tilt.

x

Strong light is shone at the front of
the vehicle (back light or
high-beam light from on-coming
vehicles).

x

There are many light emitters on
the vehicle ahead.

x

When the vehicle ahead is not
equipped with taillights or the
taillights are turned off at
nighttime.

x

Elongated luggage or cargo is
loaded onto installed roof rails and
covers the Forward Sensing
Camera (FSC).

x

Exhaust gas from the vehicle in
front, sand, snow, and water vapor
rising from manholes and grating,
and water splashed into the air.

x

When towing a malfunctioning
vehicle.

x

The vehicle is driven with tires
having significantly different wear.

x

The vehicle is driven on down
slopes or bumpy roads.

x

There are water puddles on the
road.

x

The surroundings are dark such as
during the night, early evening, or
early morning, or in a tunnel or
indoor parking lot.

x

The illumination brightness of the
headlights is reduced or the
headlight illumination is weakened
due to dirt or a deviated optical
axis.

x

The target object enters the blind
spot of the Forward Sensing
Camera (FSC).

x

A person or object bursts onto the
road from the shoulder or cuts
right in front of you.

x

You change lanes and approach a
vehicle ahead.

x

When driving extremely close to
the target object.

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x

Tire chains or a temporary spare
tire is installed.

x

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.

x

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.

x

High Beam Control System (HBC)
warning indication/warning light
(amber)

x

i-ACTIVSENSE warning indication/
warning light

x

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.

x

High Beam Control System (HBC)
warning indication/warning light
(amber)

x

i-ACTIVSENSE warning indication/
warning light

x

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.

x

High Beam Control System (HBC)
warning indication/warning light
(amber)

x

i-ACTIVSENSE warning indication/
warning light

x

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.

x

The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)
recognizes pedestrians when all of
the following conditions are met:

x

The height of a pedestrian is about
1 to 2 meters.

x

An outline such as the head, both
shoulders, or the legs can be
determined.

x

In the following cases, the Forward
Sensing Camera (FSC) may not be
able to detect target objects
correctly:

x

Multiple pedestrians are walking,
or there are groups of people.

x

A pedestrian is close to a separate
object.

x

A pedestrian is crouching, lying, or
slouching.

x

A pedestrian suddenly jumps into
the road right in front of the
vehicle.

x

A pedestrian opens an umbrella, or
is carrying large baggage or
articles.

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