Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Camera and Sensors
Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)
The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) detects lane indications and recognizes headlights, taillights and city lights during nighttime driving. In addition, it also detects the vehicle ahead, pedestrians, or obstructions. The following systems also use the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC).
- High Beam Control system (HBC)
- Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) & Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)
- Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR)
- Smart City Brake Support (SCBS)
- Smart Brake Support (SBS)
The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) is installed at the top of the windshield near the rearview mirror.
Refer to Forward Sensing Camera (FSC).
Radar sensor (front)
The radar sensor (front) functions by detecting the radio waves reflected off a vehicle ahead sent from the radar sensor. The following systems also use the radar sensor (front).
- Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC)
- Distance Recognition Support System (DRSS)
- Smart Brake Support (SBS)
The radar sensor (front) is mounted behind the radiator grille.
Refer to Radar Sensor (Front).
Radar sensors (rear)
The radar sensors (rear) function by detecting the radio waves reflected off a vehicle approaching from the rear or an obstruction sent from the radar sensors. The following systems also use the radar sensors (rear).
- Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
The radar sensors (rear) are installed inside the rear bumper, one each on the left and right sides.
Refer to Radar Sensors (Rear).
i-ACTIVSENSE (Some models)
i-ACTIVSENSE is a collective term covering a series of advanced safety and driver
support systems which make use of a Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) and radar sensors.
These systems consist of activ ...
Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS) (Some models)
The adaptive front lighting system (AFS) automatically adjusts the headlight
beams to the left or right in conjunction with the operation of the steering wheel
after the headlights have been turne ...
Other materials:
Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Indication on Display
The Distance Recognition Support System (DRSS) operation status is indicated
in the active driving display or multi-information display. Regarding malfunctions,
check the vehicle conditions or have it inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer
according to the content of the displayed message.
R ...
Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Lights-On Reminder
The lights-on reminder is operable when the time setting*1 of the auto headlight
off function is off.
If lights are on and the ignition is switched to ACC or off, a continuous beep
sound will be heard when the driver's door is opened.
*1 If the light switch is left on, the auto headlight off f ...