Forward Sensing Camera (Fsc) - Mazda 3 Owner's Manual

Your vehicle is equipped with a Forward Sensing Camera (FSC). The Forward Sensing
Camera (FSC) is positioned near the rearview mirror and used by the following systems.
High Beam Control System (HBC)
Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)
The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) determines the conditions ahead of the vehicle while
travelling at night and detects traffi c lanes. The distance in which the Forward Sensing
Camera (FSC) can detect objects varies depending on the surrounding conditions.
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 instrument panel which refl ect light.
Do not apply accessories, stickers or fi lm to the windscreen 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 windscreen glass around the camera clean by removing dirt or
fogging. Use the windscreen defroster to remove fogging on the windscreen.
When cleaning the windscreen, 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 expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer regarding
cleaning the interior side of the windscreen 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 expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer before
performing repairs around the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC).

Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)

Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)
CAUTION
When Driving
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