Mazda 3 Hatchback (2022 year). Manual in english

System malfunction

If there is a problem with the system,
the i-ACTIVSENSE status symbol
(warning/risk avoidance support
system) (white) and the i-ACTIVSENSE
warning indication/warning light on
the multi-information display turns on
and a message is indicated.
Refer to i-ACTIVSENSE Status Symbol
(Warning/Risk Avoidance Support
System) on page 4-98.

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Steering Wheel Operation Assist

When the system determines that the
vehicle might be deviating from its
lane, the steering wheel operation
assist operates.
The system notiﬁes the driver that it
provided steering wheel operation
assistance on the multi-information
display and the active driving display.

Multi-information display (Basic
display)

Multi-information display
(i-ACTIVSENSE display)

Active driving display

NOTE

When the driver operates the
steering wheel while the steering
wheel operation assist is operating,
the steering wheel operation
assistance is canceled.

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System Canceling

The LAS can be set to inoperable.

(If only the LAS is turned off)

Refer to the Settings section in the
Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.

(If the LAS is turned off by operating
the i-ACTIVSENSE OFF switch)

Refer to i-ACTIVSENSE OFF Switch
on page 4-100.

NOTE

If the ignition is switched OFF while
you have canceled the system using the
i-ACTIVSENSE OFF switch, the system
is automatically enabled the next time
the ignition is switched ON. However,
if the system is canceled using the
personalization features, the system is
not automatically enabled.

Smart Brake Support

(SBS)

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Smart Brake Support (SBS)

The SBS is a system designed to detect
target objects using sensors and
cameras equipped on the vehicle, and
to reduce damage in the event of a
collision by operating the brake control
if there is the possibility of your vehicle
colliding with a target object.
One part of the SBS functions when
you are driving forward and the other
part functions when you are driving in
reverse.
Refer to Forward drive detection on
page 4-169.
Refer to Reverse drive detection on
page 4-171.

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Forward drive detection

When you are driving forward, the
following functions of the Smart Brake
Support (SBS) operate.

Forward detection function

WARNING

Do not rely completely on the SBS:

The SBS is only designed to reduce
damage in the event of a collision.
The system may not operate normally
depending on the target object,
weather conditions, or traffic
conditions. Over reliance on the
system leading to the accelerator pedal
or brake pedal being mistakenly
operated could result in an accident.

CAUTION

In the following cases, turn the SBS off
to prevent a mis-operation.

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The vehicle is being towed or towing
another vehicle.

The vehicle is driven on rough roads
such as in areas where there is grass
and foliage or off-road.
Refer to Stopping the Smart Brake
Support (SBS) System Operation on
page 4-177.

Forward detection function

The forward detection function is
designed to reduce damage in the
event of a collision with target objects
at the front.
The forward detection function detects
target objects (vehicles ahead,
pedestrians, and bicycles) using the
front radar sensor and the Forward
Sensing Camera (FSC). If there is a
possibility of your vehicle colliding with
a target object at the front, you are
notiﬁed of possible danger by a
warning sound and a warning
indication on the display.
Furthermore, if the possibility of a
collision increases, the brake control is
performed to reduce damage in the
event of a collision. In addition, when
the driver depresses the brake pedal,
the brakes are applied ﬁrmly and
quickly to assist.

(Vehicles with Driver Monitoring
(DM))

If the system determines that the driver
is not paying attention to the road, it
activates the collision warning earlier
than normal.

Operation conditions

The forward detection function
operates when all of the following
conditions are met.

The ignition is switched ON.

The SBS is on.

(Object is vehicle ahead)

The vehicle speed is about 4 km/h
(3 mph) or higher.

(Object is a pedestrian or bicycle)

The vehicle speed is between about
10 and 80 km/h (6.3 to 49 mph).

The DSC does not operate.

NOTE

When any of the following
conditions is met, the forward
detection function may not operate.

If there is the possibility of hitting
only a part of a vehicle or
obstruction ahead.

You are driving your vehicle at the
same speed as the vehicle ahead.

When the driver deliberately
performs driving operations
(accelerator operation, steering
wheel operation).

The accelerator pedal is depressed
abruptly.

The brake pedal is depressed.

The steering wheel is being
operated.

(Automatic transmission)

The selector lever is being shifted.

The turn signal lever is being
operated.

Warnings and messages, such as a
dirty windshield, related to the
Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) or
front radar sensor are being
displayed on the multi-information
display.

When any of the following
conditions is met, the forward
detection function may operate.

There is an object in the road at
the entrance to a curve (including
guardrails and snow banks).

Passing an approaching vehicle
while rounding a curve.

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When crossing a narrow bridge,
going under a low overhang, or
passing through a narrow gate, a
car washing machine, or tunnel.

When passing through a toll gate.

When entering an underground
parking area.

There is a metal object, bump, or a
protruding object on the road.

If you suddenly come close to a
vehicle ahead.

An animal, wall, or standing tree is
detected.

While the system is operating, the
driver is notiﬁed by the
multi-information display and the
active driving display.

If a malfunction is detected or the
system temporarily stops the
function due to dirt on the sensors or
cameras, the i-ACTIVSENSE warning
light turns on and a message is
displayed on the multi-information
display.

(Manual transmission)

On a manual transmission vehicle,
the engine stops if the clutch pedal is
not depressed when the vehicle is
stopped by the SBS brake operation.

If the vehicle is stopped by the SBS
brake operation and the brake pedal
is not depressed, the SBS brake is
automatically released after about 2
seconds.

Collision warning

If there is the possibility of your vehicle
colliding with a target object at the
front, the warning sound is activated
continuously and a warning is
displayed on the multi-information
display and the active driving display.

Multi-information display

1. “BRAKE!” message is displayed

Active driving display

1. “BRAKE!” message is displayed

NOTE

During brake control and brake assist
operation, the collision warning
sound is activated intermittently.

The operation distance and volume
of the collision warning can be
changed.
Refer to the Settings section in the
Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.

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Reverse drive detection

When you are driving in reverse, the
following functions of the Smart Brake
Support (SBS) operate.

Rearward detection function

Rear crossing

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WARNING

Do not rely completely on the SBS:

The SBS is only designed to reduce
damage in the event of a collision.
Over reliance on the system leading to
the accelerator pedal or brake pedal
being mistakenly operated could result
in an accident.

Heed the following cautions so that
the SBS can operate normally:

Do not apply stickers (including
transparent stickers) to the areas
around the rear side radar sensors
and the rear ultrasonic sensors.
Otherwise, a rear side radar sensor
and a rear ultrasonic sensor may not
be able to detect vehicles and
obstructions correctly which could
result in an accident.

Do not disassemble the rear side
radar sensors and rear ultrasonic
sensors.

If you recognize scratches around the
rear side radar sensors and rear
ultrasonic sensors, stop using the SBS
immediately and always have the
vehicle inspected by an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
Refer to Stopping the Smart Brake
Support (SBS) System Operation on
page 4-177.

Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer
for rear bumper removal/
installation.

Do not modify the suspension:

If the vehicle height or inclination is
changed, the SBS may not operate
correctly because it cannot detect
obstructions correctly.

Do not hit the rear side radar sensors
and rear ultrasonic sensors forcefully:

When washing the vehicle, do not
spray highly pressurized water against
the rear side radar sensors and the rear
ultrasonic sensors, or rub them
strongly. In addition, do not hit the rear
bumper forcefully when loading and
unloading cargo. Otherwise, the
system will be unable to detect
obstructions correctly and the SBS may
not operate normally.

CAUTION

In the following cases, turn the SBS
off to prevent a mis-operation.

A trailer is pulled or an accessory
such as a bicycle carrier is installed
to the rear of the vehicle.

The vehicle is driven on rough
roads such as in areas where there
is grass and foliage or off-road.
Refer to Stopping the Smart Brake
Support (SBS) System Operation
on page 4-177.

Always use tires for all wheels that
are of the speciﬁed size, and the
same manufacture, brand, and tread
pattern. In addition, do not use tires
with signiﬁcantly different wear
patterns on the same vehicle. If such
improper tires are used, the SBS may
not operate normally.

Rearward detection function

The rearward detection function is
designed to reduce damage in the
event of a collision with a target object
when reversing.
The rearward detection function
detects obstructions using the rear
ultrasonic sensors. In addition, if there
is the possibility of your vehicle
colliding with a target object at the rear
while you are driving in reverse, you
are notiﬁed of possible danger by a

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warning sound and a warning
indication on the display.
Furthermore, if the possibility of a
collision increases, brake control is
performed to reduce damage in the
event of a collision.

WARNING

Always check the surrounding area
visually when reversing the vehicle:

The operation of the rearward
detection function has certain
limitations. Therefore, the function
might not operate or it might be
delayed even if there is a target object
at the rear of your vehicle. Always
make it your responsibility as a driver
to check the rear.

Operation conditions

The rearward detection function
operates when all of the following
conditions are met.

The engine is running.

The SBS is on.

(Automatic transmission)

The selector lever is in the R position.

(Manual transmission)

The shift lever is in the R position.

The vehicle speed is about 2 km/h
(2 mph) to 8 km/h (4 mph).

There is no problem with the DSC.

NOTE

When any of the following
conditions is met, the rearward
detection function may not operate.

Directly after the engine starts.

The height of the obstruction is
low such as low walls or trucks
with low loading platforms.

The height of the obstruction is
high such as trucks with high
loading platforms.

The obstruction is not as large as a
vehicle or wall.

The obstruction is thin such as a
signpost.

The surface of the obstruction is
not pointed vertically relative to
your vehicle.

The obstruction is soft such as a
hanging curtain or snow stuck to a
vehicle.

The obstruction is shaped
irregularly.

The obstruction is extremely close.

When any of the following
conditions is met, the rearward
detection function may not operate
normally.

Snow, ice, or mud adheres to the
area around a rear ultrasonic
sensor.

The vehicle posture is unstable due
to sudden operation of the steering
wheel, accelerator pedal, or brake
pedal.

There is another obstruction near
one obstruction.

During inclement weather such as
rain, fog, and snow.

High or low humidity.

High or low temperatures.

Strong winds.

The path of travel is not ﬂat.

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Heavy luggage is loaded in the
luggage compartment or on the
rear seat and the vehicle is tilted.

Objects such as a wireless antenna,
fog light, or illuminated license
plate is installed near a rear
ultrasonic sensor.

The orientation of a rear ultrasonic
sensor has deviated for reasons
such as a collision.

The vehicle is affected by other
sound waves such as the horn,
engine noise, or rear ultrasonic
sensor of another vehicle.

When any of the following
conditions is met, the rearward
detection function may operate.

Reversing towards a steep
ascending slope.

There are grating, wheel blocks, a
road curb, or a bump.

There is a hanging curtain or
railroad crossing gate.

Reversing near objects such as
foliage, barriers, vehicles, walls, or
fences.

The vehicle is driven on rough
roads such as in areas where there
is grass and foliage or off-road.

When reversing through low gates,
narrow gates, car washing
machines, tunnels, or into a
mechanical parking garage.

A towing bar is installed or a trailer
is connected.

(Manual transmission)

On a manual transmission vehicle,
the engine stops if the clutch pedal is
not depressed when the vehicle is
stopped by the SBS brake operation.

If the vehicle is stopped by the SBS
brake operation and the brake pedal
is not depressed, the SBS brake is
automatically released after about 2
seconds.

Collision warning

If there is the possibility of your vehicle
colliding with a vehicle approaching
from the rear on the left or right, or
from the rear while you are driving in
reverse, a warning sound is activated
continuously and a warning is
displayed on the multi-information
display and the active driving display.

Multi-information display

1. “BRAKE!” message is displayed

Active driving display

1. “BRAKE!” message is displayed

NOTE

During brake control, the collision
warning sound is activated
intermittently.

Rear crossing

The Rear Crossing detection function is
designed to reduce the damage in the
event of a collision with a vehicle
approaching from the rear sides while
driving in reverse.
The Rear Crossing detection function
detects approaching vehicles using the
rear side radar sensors. If there is the
possibility of your vehicle colliding with
a vehicle approaching from the rear

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sides while you are driving in reverse,
you are notiﬁed of possible danger by
a warning sound and a warning
indication on the display.
Furthermore, if the possibility of a
collision increases, brake control is
performed to reduce damage in the
event of a collision.

WARNING

Always check the surrounding area
visually when reversing the vehicle:

The operation of the Rear Crossing
detection function has certain
limitations. Therefore, the function
might not operate or it might be
delayed even if there is a vehicle
passing through the rear of your
vehicle. Always make it your
responsibility as a driver to check the
rear.

Do not rely completely on the Rear
Crossing detection function:

The Rear Crossing detection function
operates on vehicles while you are
driving in reverse. It will not operate on
walls, pedestrians, or animals.

Operation conditions

The Rear Crossing detection function
operates when all of the following
conditions are met.

The engine is running.

The SBS is on.

(Automatic transmission)

The selector lever is in the R position.

(Manual transmission)

The shift lever is in the R position.

The vehicle speed is about 10 km/h
(6.2 mph) or slower.

The vehicle speed of an approaching
vehicle is about 3 km/h (2 mph) or
faster.

There is no problem with the DSC.

NOTE

When any of the following
conditions is met, the i-ACTIVSENSE
warning indication/warning light is
turned on and the system operation
is stopped. If the i-ACTIVSENSE
warning indication/warning light
remains on, have the vehicle
inspected by an Authorized Mazda
Dealer as soon as possible.

There is a problem with the
system.

A large deviation in the installation
position of a rear side radar sensor
on the vehicle has occurred.

Snow, ice, or mud is adhering
around a rear side radar sensor.

The temperature around a rear side
radar sensor is high.

Driving on snow-covered roads for
long periods.

The battery voltage has decreased.

When any of the following
conditions is met, the Rear Crossing
detection function will not detect
approaching vehicles or they may be
difficult to detect.

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The rear side radar sensor
detection area is obstructed by a
nearby wall or parked vehicle.
(Reverse the vehicle to a position
where the radar sensor detection
area is no longer obstructed.)

1. Your vehicle

A vehicle is approaching directly
from the rear of your vehicle.

1. Your vehicle

The vehicle is parked on a slant.

1. Your vehicle

A vehicle is approaching from the
opposite direction on a steep
gradient.

1. Your vehicle

Directly after the engine starts.

Just after the SBS operation has
been enabled using [Settings] in
Mazda Connect.

Radio wave interference from a
radar sensor equipped on a vehicle
parked nearby.

When any of the following
conditions is met, the Rear Crossing
may operate.

There is a hanging curtain or
railroad crossing gate.

Reversing near objects such as
foliage, barriers, vehicles, walls, or
fences.

The vehicle is driven on rough
roads such as in areas where there
is grass and foliage or off-road.

When reversing through low gates,
narrow gates, car washing
machines, or tunnels.

A towing bar is installed or a trailer
is connected.

(Manual transmission)

On a manual transmission vehicle,
the engine stops if the clutch pedal is
not depressed when the vehicle is
stopped by the SBS brake operation.

If the vehicle is stopped by the SBS
brake operation and the brake pedal
is not depressed, the SBS brake is
automatically released after about 2
seconds.

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Collision warning

Multi-information display

1. “BRAKE!” message is displayed

Active driving display

1. “BRAKE!” message is displayed

NOTE

During brake control, the collision
warning sound is activated
intermittently.

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Stopping the Smart Brake Support
(SBS) System Operation

The SBS can be changed to inoperable.

Refer to the Settings section in the
Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.

When the SBS is canceled, the SBS OFF
indicator light turns on.

NOTE

When the ignition is switched OFF
while the SBS forward drive detection
is canceled, the SBS forward drive
detection is automatically enabled the
next time the ignition is switched ON.

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360° View Monitor

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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.

Top view

The top view displays an image of
the vehicle 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
vehicle 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 from the
vehicle to the surrounding
obstruction using sound and an
obstruction detection indication.
Refer to Parking Sensor System on
page 4-248.

Front Cross Traffic Alert (FCTA)

If there is the possibility of a collision
with an approaching vehicle while
the front view/front wide view/side
view is displayed, a warning is
displayed on the center display.
The Front Cross Traffic Alert (FCTA) is
designed to assist the driver in
checking both sides of the vehicle
when the vehicle starts to drive at an
intersection.
Refer to Front Cross Traffic Alert
(FCTA) on page 4-124.

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*Some models.

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 rear side radar sensor 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 4-127.

360°View Monitor Range

1. Cameras
2. Ultrasonic sensors
3. Front/Rear side radar sensors

WARNING

Always conﬁrm the safety of the area
around the vehicle with the mirrors
and directly with your eyes when
driving:

The 360°View Monitor is an auxiliary
device which assists the driver in
checking the safety of the area around
the vehicle.
The shooting range of the cameras and
detection range of the sensors are
limited. For example, 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 where an obstruction may not be
visible. In addition, the extended
vehicle width lines and projected
vehicle path lines are only to be used
as references, and the images on the
screen may differ from the actual
conditions.

CAUTION

Do not use the 360°View Monitor
under any of the following
conditions.

Icy or snow-covered roads.

Tire chains or a temporary spare
tire is installed.

The front or rear doors are not fully
closed.

The vehicle is on a road incline.

Bumpy roads.

The door mirrors are retracted.

Do not hit the front/rear camera,
front/rear bumper, and door mirrors
forcefully. The camera position or
installation angle may shift.

The cameras are waterproof. Do not
disassemble, modify, or remove a
camera.

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The camera cover is made of hard
plastic, therefore do not apply oil
ﬁlm remover, organic solvents, wax,
or coating agents. If any such agent
gets on the camera cover, wipe it off
using a soft cloth immediately.

Do not rub the camera lens
forcefully, or clean it with an abrasive
or hard brush. Otherwise, it could
scratch the camera lens and
negatively affect the images.

If a camera lens is severely damaged
by ﬂying gravel, have the camera
replaced. For camera replacement,
consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer
for repair, painting, or replacement
of the front/rear camera, front/rear
bumper and door mirrors.

Heed the following cautions to
assure that the 360°View Monitor
operates normally.

Do not modify the vehicle
suspensions or lower/raise the
vehicle body, or both.

Always use tires of the speciﬁed
type and size for the front and rear
wheels. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer for tire replacement.

When the display is cold, images
may leave trails or the screen might
be darker than usual, making it
difficult to check the vehicle
surroundings. Always conﬁrm the
safety at the front and around the
vehicle visually when driving.

The method for parking/stopping
the vehicle using the 360°View
Monitor differs depending on the
road circumstances/conditions and
the vehicle conditions. When and
how much you turn the steering
wheel will differ depending on the
situation, therefore always check the
vehicle surroundings directly with
your eyes while using the system.
Also, before using the system, always
make sure that the vehicle can be
parked/stopped in the parking/
stopping space.

NOTE

If there are water droplets, snow, or
mud on the camera lens, wipe it off
using a soft cloth. If the camera lens
is especially dirty, wash it off with
mild detergent.

If the camera lens is touched or there
is any dirt on it, it could affect the
screen image. Wipe the lens using a
soft cloth.

If the area where the camera is
installed, such as the front/rear
bumper or door mirrors, has been
damaged in a vehicle accident, the
camera (position, installation angle)
may have shifted. Always consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer to have
the vehicle inspected.

If the camera is subjected to
excessive changes in temperature
such as by pouring hot water on the
camera during cold weather, the
360°View Monitor may not operate
normally.

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If the vehicle is driven during cold
temperatures and the camera
temperature decreases, the top view
and the side view may become
unclear. However, this does not
indicate a problem. If the vehicle is
stopped for a while and the camera
temperature increases, the top view
and the side view will return to the
normal condition.

If the battery voltage is low, the
screen might be temporarily difficult
to view, however, this does not
indicate a problem.

The 360°View Monitor has
limitations. Objects under the
bumper or near both ends of the
bumper cannot be displayed.

Obstructions above the upper image
range of the camera are not
displayed.

Under the following conditions, the
screen might be difficult to view,
however this does not indicate a
problem.

The temperature near the lens is
high/low.

Rainy conditions, water droplets
on the camera, or high humidity.

Mud or foreign matter near the
camera.

The area around the vehicle is
dark.

Extremely bright light such as
sunlight or headlights hitting the
camera lens directly.

The surroundings are illuminated
by vehicle lights, ﬂuorescent lights,
or LED lights (display may ﬂicker).

Extremely small dark or white dots
appear on the screen (dots may
ﬂicker).

An object is close to a camera.

Because the 360°View Monitor
camera uses a special lens, the
distance displayed on the screen
differs from the actual distance.

Obstructions displayed on the screen
may appear differently than in
actuality. (Obstructions may appear
fallen, larger, or longer than they
actually are.)

Do not apply stickers to a camera or
the area around it. In addition, do
not install accessories or an
illuminated number/character
license plate to the area around a
camera. Otherwise, the camera may
not correctly display the surrounding
conditions.

Only rear and rear wide images
displayed on the monitor from the
360° view monitor camera are
reversed images (mirror images).

Free/open source software
information

This product includes free/open
sources. Information about the
licensing and source code is available
at the following URL.
https://www.denso.com/
global/en/opensource/svss/
mazda/

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