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Radar Sensor (Front)

Your vehicle is equipped with a radar sensor (front).
The following systems also use the radar sensor (front).

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Distance Recognition Support System (DRSS)

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Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC)

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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.
The radar sensor (front) is mounted behind the front emblem.

Radar sensor (front)

If the Smart Brake Support/Smart City Brake Support (SBS/SCBS) Warning Light (amber)
is illuminated, the area around the radar sensor may be dirty. Refer to “Warning Guidance”
in the center display (Type B audio).
Refer to If a Warning Light Turns On or Flashes on page 7-25.

CAUTION

Heed the following precautions to assure correct operation of each system.

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Do not adhere stickers (including transparent stickers) to the surface of the radiator grille
and front emblem in and around the radar sensor (front), and do not replace the radiator
grille and front emblem with any product that is not a genuine product designed for use
with the radar sensor (front).

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The radar sensor (front) includes a function for detecting soiling of the radar sensor's front
surface and informing the driver, however, depending on the conditions, it may require time
to detect or it may not detect plastic shopping bags, ice or snow. If this occurs, the system
may not operate correctly, therefore always keep the radar sensor (front) clean.

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Do not install a grille guard.

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If the front part of the vehicle has been damaged in a vehicle accident, the position of the
radar sensor (front) may have moved. Stop the system immediately and always have the
vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

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