Mazda CX-3: i-ACTIVSENSE / Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)(Some models)
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)
- Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR)
- Advanced Smart City Brake Support (Advanced SCBS)
- Smart City Brake Support (SCBS)
- Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (MRCC with Stop & Go
function)
- Smart Brake Support (SBS)
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.
- 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)
- Advanced Smart City Brake Support (Advanced SCBS)
- Smart City Brake Support (SCBS)
- Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (MRCC with
Stop & Go function)
- Smart Brake Support (SBS)
- 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.
- 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.
- If the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) cannot operate normally due to
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 light (amber)
- Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) warning light
- Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (MRCC with
Stop & Go
function) warning light
- Smart Brake Support/Smart City Brake Support (SBS/SCBS)
warning light (amber)
- 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 light (amber)
- Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) warning light
- Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (MRCC with
Stop & Go
function) warning light
- Smart Brake Support/Smart City Brake Support (SBS/SCBS)
warning light (amber)
- 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 light (amber)
- Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) warning light
- Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (MRCC with
Stop & Go
function) warning light
- Smart Brake Support/Smart City Brake Support (SBS/SCBS)
warning light (amber)
- 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.
- (With Advanced Smart City Brake Support (Advanced SCBS))
- 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.
The SBS system alerts the driver of a possible collision using a display and
warning sound
if the radar sensor (front) and the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) determine that
there is the
possibility of a collision with a vehicle ahead while the vehicle is being
driven at about 15
km/h or faster (10 mph or faster)...
Your vehicle is equipped with a radar sensor (front).
The following systems also use the radar sensor (front).
Distance Recognition Support System (DRSS)
Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function (MRCC with Stop & Go
function)
Smart Brake Support (SBS)
The radar sensor (front) functions by detecting the radio waves reflected off
a vehicle ahead
or an obstruction sent from the radar sensor...
Other information:
Mazda strongly urges the use of child-restraint systems for children small
enough to use
them.
You are required by law to use a child-restraint system for children in the
U.S. and Canada.
Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirements
regarding the safety
of children riding in your vehicle...
Cruise main indication (white)
The cruise main indication (white) is
displayed in the instrument cluster when
the cruise control system is activated.
Cruise set indication (white)/indicator light (green)
The cruise set indication (white) is
displayed in the instrument cluster and the
cruise set indicator light (green) turns on
when a cruising speed has been set...
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In this owner's manual, explanation of
child-restraint systems is provided for the
following three types of popular
child-restraint systems: infant seat, child
seat, booster seat.
NOTE
Installation position is determined by
the type of child-restraint system.
Always read the manufacturer's
instructions and this owner's manual
carefully.
Due to variations in the design of
child-restraint systems, vehicle seats
and seat belts, all child-restraint systems
may not fit all seating positions. Before
purchasing a child-restraint system, it
should be tested in the specific vehicle
seating position (or positions) where it
is intended to be used. If a previously
purchased child-restraint system does
not fit, you may need to purchase a
different one that will.
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