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NOTE:

Do not rely completely on the BSM system and be sure to look over 

your shoulder before changing lanes:

• 

The BSM system can assist the driver in confirming the safety of the  

  surroundings, but is not a complete substitute. 
•  The driver is responsible for ensuring safe lane changes and other maneuvers. 
•  Always pay attention to the direction in which the vehicle is traveling and the  
  vehicle’s surroundings. 
•  The BSM system does not operate when the vehicle speed is lower than  
  about 20 mph (32 km/h).

Turning BSM System Off

To manually turn the BSM system off, push the BSM OFF 

switch on the dash. The BSM OFF indicator will illuminate in the 

instrument cluster when the BSM system is off. The BSM system 

will automatically turn on the next time the vehicle is started.

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Your Vehicle

Detection Areas

BLiND SPOT MONiTORiNg (BSM) SYSTEM

The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system is designed to assist the driver 
by monitoring the blind spots to the rear of the vehicle on both sides.

  •   If your vehicle speed is 20 mph (32 km/h) or more, the BSM will warn 

you of vehicles in the detection area by illuminating the BSM warning 
lights located on the left and right door mirrors.

  •   If you operate a turn signal in the direction of an illuminated BSM warning 

light, the system will also warn you with a beep and warning light flash.

  •   BSM sensors are located under the left and right rear bumper areas. 

The BSM system may not operate properly if the rear bumper gets 
too dirty, so keep the rear bumper area clean. 

Please refer to your Owner’s Manual for complete details.

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ADAPTiVE fRONT-LighTiNg SYSTEM (AfS)

The adaptive front-lighting system (AFS) automatically turns the headlight 
beam to the right or left in conjunction with the direction of the steering 
wheel. The AFS improves the direction of headlight illumination while 
cornering, and only works when the vehicle is moving.

Without AfS

Without AfS

With AfS

With AfS

Push AFS OFF to turn system off or on. When off, AFS OFF 
illuminates in the instrument panel.

NOTE:

• 

 With AFS, it is normal to see the headlights move and hear the sound of the  
headlight leveling motors at the front of the vehicle when the ignition is ON.

• 

 The system will need to be reset if the vehicle battery has been disconnected  
or the system fuse has been replaced. Please refer to your Owner’s Manual for  
easy to follow resetting instructions.

genuine Mazda Accessory 
Wheel Locks are available at 
your Authorized Mazda Dealer

Your aluminum wheels have a protective 
coating on them. Only use a mild soap or 
neutral detergent with a sponge or soft cloth 
to clean them. 

CAUTiON:

 Using a wire brush, polishing 

compound, solvent, or any type of abrasive 
cleaner may damage the protective coating.

ALUMiNUM WhEEL CARE

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