Mazda 3 Sedan 2023 Rear View Monitor User Manual

Introduction

The Mazda 3 Sedan 2023 is a stylish and svelte little automobile that marries sophisticated technology with attractive aesthetics. This model’s Rear View Monitor, which improves safety and convenience while driving, is one of its standout features. A modern technology called the Rear View Monitor makes use of a high-resolution camera installed on the back of the car. The camera activates and broadcasts a live video feed to the vehicle’s display screen when the driver shifts into reverse, giving them a clear and thorough view of the area behind the vehicle.

The driver is considerably helped by this function when parking because it makes it simpler to manoeuvre through confined areas and avoid obstacles. The Rear View Monitor provides the driver with a clear vision of their surroundings, lowering the chance of accidents and adding to their sense of security, whether they are parallel parking on a busy street or navigating in a packed parking lot. The Mazda 3 Sedan’s dashboard-integrated display screen guarantees that the driver can see the rear view clearly, removing the need for frequent head turns or relying entirely on mirrors. Additionally, there are useful visual cues on the screen that support accurate distance estimation and vehicle alignment.

Rear View Monitor

The rear view monitor provides visual images of the rear of the vehicle when reversing.

WARNING
Always drive carefully confirming the safety of the rear and the surrounding conditions by looking directly with your eyes:
Reversing the vehicle by only looking at the screen is dangerous as it may cause an accident or a collision with an object. The rear view monitor is only a visual assist device when reversing the vehicle. The images on the screen may be different from the actual conditions.

CAUTION

• Do not use the rear view monitor under the following conditions: Using the rear view monitor under the following conditions is dangerous and could result in injury or vehicle damage or both.
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• Icy or snow-covered roads.
• Tire chains or a temporary spare tire is installed.
• The vehicle is on a road incline.
• Bumpy roads.
• When the display is cold, images may course across the monitor or the screen and may be dimmer than usual, which could cause difficulty in confirming the surrounding conditions of the vehicle. Always drive carefully confirming the safety of the rear and the surrounding conditions by looking directly with your eyes.
• Do not apply excessive force to the camera. The camera position and angle may deviate.
• Do not disassemble, modify, or remove it as it may no longer be waterproof.
• The camera cover is made of plastic. Do not apply degreasing agents, organic solvents, wax, or glass coating agents to the camera cover. If any are spilled on the cover, wipe off with a soft cloth immediately.
• Do not rub the camera cover forcefully with an abrasive or hard brush. The camera cover or lens may be scratched which might 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.

NOTE

• If water, snow, or mud is stuck on the camera lens, wipe it off using a soft cloth. If it cannot be wiped off, use a mild detergent.
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•  If the camera temperature changes rapidly (Hot to cold, cold to hot), the rear view monitor may not operate correctly.
• When replacing the tires, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Replacing the tires could result in deviation of the guide lines which appear on the display.
• If the vehicle’s front, side, or rear has been involved in a collision, the alignment of the rear view parking camera (location, installation angle) may have deviated. Always consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the vehicle inspected.
•  If “No camera signal.” is indicated in the display, there could be a problem with the camera. Have your vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
• (Predicted vehicle path assist lines display type)
  If force is applied to the steering wheel, the guide lines may not display. Loosen your grip on the steering wheel to allow the guide lines to display.

Rear View Parking Camera Location
4–Door

1. Rear view parking camera

1. Rear view parking camera

Switching to the Rear View Monitor Display
Shift the shift lever (manual transmission) or the selector lever (automatic transmission) to reverse (R) position with the ignition switched ON to switch the display to the rear view monitor display.

NOTE
When the shift lever (manual transmission) or the selector lever (automatic transmission) is shifted from reverse (R) position to another shift lever (manual transmission) or the selector lever (automatic transmission) position, the screen returns to the previous display.

Displayable Range on the Screen
The images on the screen may be different from the actual conditions.

1. (Screen display)
2. (Actual view)
3. Bumper
4. “Check surroundings for safety.” message is displayed
5. Object

NOTE

• The displayable range varies depending on the vehicle and road conditions.
• 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.
• The displayable range is limited. Objects under the bumper or around the bumper ends cannot be displayed.
• The distance appearing in the displayed image is different from the actual distance because the rear view parking camera is equipped with a specific lens.
• Images displayed on the monitor from the rear view parking camera are reversed images (mirror images).
• Some optionally installed vehicle accessories may be picked up by the camera. Do not install any optional parts that can interfere with the camera view, such as illuminating parts or parts made of reflective material.
• It may be difficult to see the display under the following conditions, however, it does not indicate a malfunction.
• In darkened areas.
• When the temperature around the lens is high/low.
• When the camera is wet such as on a rainy day or during periods of high humidity.
• When foreign material such as mud is stuck around the camera.
• When the camera lens reflects sunlight or headlight beams.
• 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.
• Image display may be delayed if the temperature around the camera is low.

Viewing the Display
Predicted vehicle path assist lines display type

The projected path guidance mode displays the predicted path of the vehicle after you turn the steering wheel.
Use this mode for parking your vehicle in a parking space or garage.

• Projected vehicle path (yellow)
  These lines are displayed as a reference for the projected path of the vehicle. The lines displaying the projected vehicle path change after you turn the steering wheel.
• Extended vehicle width lines (blue)
  These lines indicate the vehicle’s extended width. These lines are not displayed when the vehicle’s wheels are in the straight-ahead position.
• Distance guide lines (red)
• These lines indicate the approximate distance to a point measured from the vehicle’s rear (from the end of the bumper). The blue line indicates the point about 0.5 m (19 in) from the rear bumper. The red and yellow lines, which change position after you turn the steering wheel, indicate the points about 0.5 m (19 in) for the red line and 1.0 m (39 in) and 2.0 m (78 in) for the yellow lines from the rear bumper (at the center point of each of the lines). A degree of error occurs when the wheels are not in the straight-ahead position. In the above illustration, the right side of the vehicle is in a position closer to the actual distance displayed by the distance guide lines (red: about 0.5 m (19 in) point, yellow: about 1.0 m (39 in), and yellow: about 2.0 m (78 in) point behind the rear bumper), whereas the left side is in a position farther away.

CAUTION

The indicated position of the guide lines on the display changes depending on the vehicle conditions (such as the number of occupants/cargo load) and the road conditions (such as a steep gradient to the rear of the vehicle). Always check the area to the vehicle’s rear and the surrounding area directly with your eyes while backing up.

Fixed assist lines display type
Guide lines which indicate the width of the vehicle are displayed on the screen as a reference to the approximate width of the vehicle in comparison to the width of the parking space you are about to back into. Use this display view for parking your vehicle in a parking space or garage.

• Vehicle width guide lines Guide lines serve as a reference to the approximate width of the vehicle.
• Distance guide lines
  These guide lines indicate the approximate distance to a point measured from the vehicle’s rear (from the end of the bumper). The red line indicates the point about 0.5 m (19 in) from the rear bumper.
• The yellow lines indicate the points about 1.0 m (39 in) and 2.0 m (78 in) from the rear bumper.

CAUTION
The guide lines on the screen are fixed lines. They are not synced to the driver’s turning of the steering wheel. Always be careful and check the area to the vehicle’s rear and the surrounding area directly with your eyes while backing up.

Rear View Monitor Operation
The operation of the rear view monitor when reversing the vehicle varies depending on the traffic, road, and vehicle conditions. The amount of steering and the timing also varies depending on conditions, so confirm the surrounding conditions directly with your eyes and steer the vehicle in accordance with the conditions.
Be well aware of the above cautions prior to using the rear view monitor.
Predicted vehicle path assist lines display type

NOTE
The following shows an example of vehicle parking in which the steering wheel is turned to the right when backing up the vehicle. The operation is reversed when backing up the vehicle from the opposite direction.

1. Shift the shift lever (manual transmission) or the selector lever (automatic transmission) to reverse (R) position to switch the display to the rear view monitor display.
2. Before backing the vehicle into the parking space, turn the steering wheel while referring to the projected vehicle path display so that the vehicle enters the center of the parking space.
   
3.  (Display condition)
4. (Vehicle condition)
5. Continue to adjust the steering wheel until the vehicle width guide lines are parallel to the left and right sides of the parking space.
6. Once they are parallel, straighten the wheels and back your vehicle slowly into the parking space. Continue checking the vehicle’s surroundings and then stop the vehicle in the best possible position. (If the parking space has division lines, check whether the vehicle width guide lines are parallel to them.)

1.  (Display condition)
2.  (Vehicle condition)
3. When the shift lever (manual transmission) or the selector lever (automatic transmission) is shifted from reverse (R) position to another shift lever (manual transmission) or the selector lever (automatic transmission) position, the screen returns to the previous display.

NOTE
Because there may be a difference between the displayed image, such as indicated below, and the actual conditions when parking, always verify the safety at the rear of the vehicle and the surrounding area directly with your eyes.

• In the image of the parking space (or garage) displayed on the screen, the back end and distance guide lines may appear aligned in the monitor, but they may not actually be aligned on the ground.

When parking in a space with a division line on only one side of the parking space, the division line and the vehicle width guide line appear aligned in the monitor, but they may not actually be aligned on the ground.
Fixed assist lines display type

• NOTE
  Images displayed on the monitor from the rear view parking camera are reversed images (mirror images).

1.  Shift the shift lever (manual transmission) or the selector lever (automatic transmission) to reverse (R) position to switch the display to the rear view monitor display.
2.  Confirming the surrounding conditions, reverse the vehicle.
3. After your vehicle begins entering the parking space, continue backing up slowly so that the distance between the vehicle width lines and the sides of the parking space on the left and right are roughly equal.
   
4. (Display condition)
5.  (Vehicle condition)
6. Continue to adjust the steering wheel until the vehicle width guide lines are parallel to the left and right sides of the parking space.
7. Once they are parallel, straighten the wheels and back your vehicle slowly into the parking space. Continue checking the vehicle’s surroundings and then stop the vehicle in the best possible position. (If the parking space has division lines, check whether the vehicle width guide lines are parallel to them.)
   
8. (Display condition)
9.  (Vehicle condition)
10. When the shift lever (manual transmission) or the selector lever (automatic transmission) is shifted from reverse (R) position to another shift lever (manual transmission) or the selector lever (automatic transmission) position, the screen returns to the previous display.

NOTE
Because there may be a difference between the displayed image, such as indicated below, and the actual conditions when parking, always verify the safety at the rear of the vehicle and the surrounding area directly with your eyes.

• In the image of the parking space (or garage) displayed on the screen, the back end and distance guide lines may appear aligned in the monitor, but they may not actually be aligned on the ground.
• When parking in a space with a division line on only one side of the parking space, the division line and the vehicle width guide line appear aligned in the monitor, but they may not actually be aligned on the ground.
  Variance Between Actual Road Conditions and Displayed Image
• Some variance occurs between the actual road and the displayed road. Such variance in distance perspective could lead to an accident. Note the following conditions that may cause a variance in distance perspective. When the vehicle is tilted due to the weight of passengers and load When the vehicle rear is lowered, the object displayed on the screen appears farther than the actual distance.
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1.  Object
2. Variance
3.  Object on screen

When there is a steep grade behind the vehicle
When there is a steep upgrade (downgrade) behind the vehicle, the object displayed on the screen appears farther (downgrade: closer) than the actual distance.

1. Appears farther than actual distance
2.  Appears closer than actual distance
3. Distance between the vehicle and object displayed on the screen.
4. Actual distance between the vehicle and object.
5.  Object at actual position
6. Object on screen

Three-dimensional object on vehicle rear
Because the distance guide lines are displayed based on a flat surface, the distance to the three-dimensional object displayed on the screen is different from the actual distance.

1.  (Screen display)
2.  (Actual condition)
3.  Sensed distance on screen A>B>C
4. Actual distance B>C=A

(Predicted vehicle path assist lines display type)
When reversing near a three-dimensional object When reversing near an overhanging object, the vehicle may hit the object even if the anticipated course line does not contact the object on the screen. The position of the object displayed on the screen is different from the actual position because the anticipated course lines on the screen are displayed based on a horizontal road surface. When backing up near an overhanging object, confirm the rear and surrounding conditions directly with your eyes.

1. (Screen display)
2.  (Actual view)

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