Mazda 3 Owner's Manual page 189

When Driving
Forward Sensing Camera
CAUTION
Heed the following cautions to assure the correct operation of the Forward Sensing
Camera (FSC).
Do not remove the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) cover.
Do not place objects on the dashboard which refl ect light.
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.
Always keep the windshield glass around the camera clean by removing dirt or
fogging. Use the windshield defroster to remove fogging on the windshield.
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.
Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer regarding cleaning the interior side of the
windshield around the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC).
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.
Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer before performing repairs around the Forward
Sensing Camera (FSC).
The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) is installed to the windshield. Consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer for windshield repair and replacement.
When performing repairs around the rearview mirror, consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer regarding cleaning of the Forward Sensing
Camera (FSC) lens.
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.
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.
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