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When Driving

i-ACTIVSENSE

CAUTION

Heed the following cautions to assure the correct operation of the Forward Sensing 

Camera (FSC).

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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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 Do not apply accessories, stickers or film to the windshield near the Forward 

Sensing Camera (FSC). If there are objects in front of the Forward Sensing Camera 

(FSC) lens, even a transparent sticker, they will cause the system to not operate 

correctly.

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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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 When cleaning the windshield, do not allow glass cleaners or similar cleaning 

agent to get on the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) lens. In addition, do not touch 

the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) lens.

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

dirty. Also, do no take the camera apart. Otherwise, it could result in damage or 

malfunction.

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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 performing repairs around the rearview mirror, consult an Authorized Mazda 

Dealer.

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 Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer regarding cleaning of the Forward Sensing 

Camera (FSC) lens.

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 Do not hit or apply strong force to the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) or the area 

around it. If strong force is applied, stop using the Lane Departure Warning System 

(LDWS) and the High Beam Control System (HBC), and consult an Authorized 

Mazda Dealer.

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 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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