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When Driving

Forward Sensing Camera

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 refl ect light.

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  Do not apply accessories, stickers or fi lm 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 fi nely 

adjusted. Do not change the installation position of the Forward Sensing Camera 
(FSC) or remove it. Otherwise, it could result in damage or malfunction.