Mazda 2014 Automobile User Manual


 
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qBSM Warning Light
The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system alerts the driver to the presence of another
vehicle in an adjacent lane using the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning lights and the
warning beep while the system is operational.
The warning light is equipped on the left and right door mirrors.
This warning light illuminates for a few seconds when the ignition is switched ON.
Driving forward
If the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system detects a vehicle in the detection area while the
vehicle is driven at a speed of about 10 km/h (6.2mph) or more, the Blind Spot Monitoring
(BSM) warning light illuminates on the side of the vehicle where the rear on-coming
vehicle is detected. Awarning indicator light flashes when the turn signal lever is operated
to the side where the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning lights is illuminated to alert
the driver.
Reversing
If vehicles approach from the rear on the left and right, the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
warning lights on both sides flash.
NOTE
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If ice or snow adhere to the outer mirror surface, the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning light
may not be visible.
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If the door window glass is tinted, it may affect the visibility of the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
warning light, making it difficult to confirm the illumination of the light.
When Driving
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) System
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