NHTSA ID Number: 10183661
Manufacturer Communication Number: SA-013-20d
TSB/Document Date: 2020-12-04
Summary
2020-2021 CX-30 SERVICE CAUTIONS FOR NEW AND REVISED FEATURES. The 2020 CX-30 has new and revised features that are different from previous models, and may be difficult to understand. This Service Alert provides valuable information to support potential dealer and customer concerns. Index: PDI fuse, Commander Switch Inoperative, Auxiliary Key, Connected Vehicle, Connected Vehicle Maintenance Mode, Mazda Connected Vehicle Viewer (MRVV), Off-Road Traction Assist, Apple CarPlay / Android Auto Install Kit, Blind Spot Monitoring System (BSM), Front Wiper Service Caution, i-ACTIVSENSE Switch, Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR), MAZDA CONNECT Power Function, MAZDA CONNECT Center Display View, In-Vehicle Digital Owner's Manual, Navigation System, SIRIUSXM Data Service, Power Door Locks, Transmitter Battery Saving Function, Keyless Entry Using Auxiliary Key, Rear Door Child Safety Locks Operation, Theft-Deterrent System, Link Seat & Climate Control Temperatures, Seat Warmer Inoperative, Electric Parking Brake (EPB), Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), Condition Based Maintenance, M-MDS (MDARS), Part Replacement, Web-based Training Courses.
Last Issued: 11/16/2020
i-ACTIVSENSE Switch
If none of the
systems are Stand-by Status:White
activated or
if there is a
problem with
the system,
the iACTIVSENSE
status
symbol
(warning/risk
avoidance
support
system)
(white) is
displayed.
See Owner's Manual- When
Driving - i-ACTIVSENSE - iACTIVSENSE
If any one of Activated Status: Green
the systems
is activated,
the iACTIVSENSE
status
symbol
(warning/risk
avoidance
support
system)
(green) is
displayed.
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CONSUMER NOTICE: The information and instructions in this bulletin are intended for use by skilled technicians. Mazda
technicians utilize the proper tools/
equipment and take training to correctly and safely maintain Mazda vehicles. These instructions should not be performed by “do-it-yourselfers.” Customers
should not assume this bulletin applies to their vehicle or that their vehicle will develop the described concern. To determine if the information applies,
customers should contact their nearest authorized Mazda dealership. Mazda North American Operations reserves the right to alter the specifications and
contents of this bulletin without obligation or advance notice. All rights reserved. No part of this bulletin may be reproduced in any form or by any means,
electronic or mechanical---including photocopying and recording and the use of any kind of information storage and retrieval system ---without permission in
writing.
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Service Alert No.: SA-013/20
Last Issued: 11/16/2020
If any system Warning Status: Amber
warning is
activated,
the iACTIVSENSE
status
symbol
(warning/
risk
avoidance
support
system)
(amber) is
displayed.
When the iACTIVSENSE
switch is
pressed, the
following
systems are
OFF and the OFF (Cancelled Status): I-ACTIVSENSE OFF INDICATOR
i-ACTIVSENSE IS ILLUMINATED
OFF indicator
illuminates.
1. Lane
Departur
e
Warning
System
(LDWS)
2. Blind
Spot
Monitori
ng (BSM)
3. Distance
Speed
Alert
(DSA)
4. Rear
Cross
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CONSUMER NOTICE: The information and instructions in this bulletin are intended for use by skilled technicians. Mazda technicians utilize the proper tools/
equipment and take training to correctly and safely maintain Mazda vehicles. These instructions should not be performed by “do-it-yourselfers.” Customers
should not assume this bulletin applies to their vehicle or that their vehicle will develop the described concern. To determine if the information applies,
customers should contact their nearest authorized Mazda dealership. Mazda North American Operations reserves the right to alter the specifications and
contents of this bulletin without obligation or advance notice. All rights reserved. No part of this bulletin may be reproduced in any form or by any means,
electronic or mechanical---including photocopying and recording and the use of any kind of information storage and retrieval system ---without permission in
writing.
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Service Alert No.: SA-013/20
Last Issued: 11/16/2020
Traffic
Alert
(RCTA)
5. Lanekeep
Assist
System
(LAS)
To turn the
system back
to ON, press
the iACTIVSENSE
switch once.
NOTE:
1. When
the
ignition is
turned
OFF - ON,
iACTIVSE
NSE
switches
to ON.
2. If MRCC
is
activated
, iACTIVSE
NSE
switches
to ON.
3. When
MRCC is
deactivat
ed, iACTIVSE
NSE
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CONSUMER NOTICE: The information and instructions in this bulletin are intended for use by skilled technicians. Mazda technicians utilize the proper tools/
equipment and take training to correctly and safely maintain Mazda vehicles. These instructions should not be performed by “do-it-yourselfers.” Customers
should not assume this bulletin applies to their vehicle or that their vehicle will develop the described concern. To determine if the information applies,
customers should contact their nearest authorized Mazda dealership. Mazda North American Operations reserves the right to alter the specifications and
contents of this bulletin without obligation or advance notice. All rights reserved. No part of this bulletin may be reproduced in any form or by any means,
electronic or mechanical---including photocopying and recording and the use of any kind of information storage and retrieval system ---without permission in
writing.
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Last Issued: 11/16/2020
remains
ON.
4. The iACTIVSE
NSE
switch
does not
cancel
SBS. SBS
can be
deactivat
ed using
infotain
ment
system
settings.
Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR)* (2021 CX-30)
NOTE:
Year/Model TSR
Excessive
Speed
Warning
Display
Location
Note
Instrument
Cluster and
Active Driving
Display
- Requires
Navigation SD
Card
- Disabled by
Apple Carplay /
Android Auto
USB connection
2020 CX-30
2021 CX-30
See Owner's Manual - When
Driving - i-ACTIVSENSE - iACTIVSENSE - Traffic Sign
Recognition System (TSR)
MGSS:Traffic Sign Recognition
(TSR)
* Some models
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CONSUMER NOTICE: The information and instructions in this bulletin are intended for use by skilled technicians. Mazda technicians utilize the proper tools/
equipment and take training to correctly and safely maintain Mazda vehicles. These instructions should not be performed by “do-it-yourselfers.” Customers
should not assume this bulletin applies to their vehicle or that their vehicle will develop the described concern. To determine if the information applies,
customers should contact their nearest authorized Mazda dealership. Mazda North American Operations reserves the right to alter the specifications and
contents of this bulletin without obligation or advance notice. All rights reserved. No part of this bulletin may be reproduced in any form or by any means,
electronic or mechanical---including photocopying and recording and the use of any kind of information storage and retrieval system ---without permission in
writing.
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Service Alert No.: SA-013/20
Last Issued: 11/16/2020
Excessive Speed Warning *
NOTE:
1. Excessive Speed Warning function is only available with a dealer
installed in-vehicle navigation system accessory**.
2. Excessive Speed Warning function is displayed in the Instrument
Cluster and the Active Driving Display.
3. Excessive Speed Warning function is disabled when Apple
CarPlay™ or Android Auto™ is connected.
* Some models
Below the Speed Limit
Above the Speed Limit
See Owner's Manual - When
Driving - i-ACTIVSENSE - iACTIVSENSE - Excessive Speed
Warning
1. Active Driving Display
2. Instrument Cluster
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CONSUMER NOTICE: The information and instructions in this bulletin are intended for use by skilled technicians. Mazda technicians utilize the proper tools/
equipment and take training to correctly and safely maintain Mazda vehicles. These instructions should not be performed by “do-it-yourselfers.” Customers
should not assume this bulletin applies to their vehicle or that their vehicle will develop the described concern. To determine if the information applies,
customers should contact their nearest authorized Mazda dealership. Mazda North American Operations reserves the right to alter the specifications and
contents of this bulletin without obligation or advance notice. All rights reserved. No part of this bulletin may be reproduced in any form or by any means,
electronic or mechanical---including photocopying and recording and the use of any kind of information storage and retrieval system ---without permission in
writing.
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North American Operations, U.S.A.
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Service Alert No.: SA-013/20
Last Issued: 11/16/2020
3. Basic Display
4. i-ACTIVSENSE Display
5. Speed Limit Indication
MAZDA CONNECT Excessive Speed Warning Customer Settings
1. Speed Limit Settings
1. OFF
2. Visual
3. Visual + Audible
2. Speed Limit Threshold Settings
1. 0 mph
2. +5 mph
3. +10 mph
** SD Card maps may contain information about the speed limits of
the roads. The navigation system is able to warn driver if they exceed
the current limit. This information may not be available in some areas
or may not be fully correct for all roads on the map.
Traffic Jam Assist (TJA)* (2021 CX-30 only)
When lane lines are detected, the function assists the driver in
keeping the vehicle within the lane lines. If lane lines are not
detected, the function provides the driver driving assistance in
keeping the vehicle along the motion path with the vehicle ahead.
Steering assist function operates below 35 mph.
See Owner's Manual - When
Driving - i-ACTIVSENSE - iACTIVSENSE -Traffic Jam Assist
MGSS: TRAFFIC JAM ASSIST (TJA)
TJA Set
Switch
A: TJA Switch
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CONSUMER NOTICE: The information and instructions in this bulletin are intended for use by skilled technicians. Mazda technicians utilize the proper tools/
equipment and take training to correctly and safely maintain Mazda vehicles. These instructions should not be performed by “do-it-yourselfers.” Customers
should not assume this bulletin applies to their vehicle or that their vehicle will develop the described concern. To determine if the information applies,
customers should contact their nearest authorized Mazda dealership. Mazda
North American Operations reserves the right to alter the specifications and
contents of this bulletin without obligation or advance notice. All rights reserved. No part of this bulletin may be reproduced in any form or by any means,
electronic or mechanical---including photocopying and recording and the use of any kind of information storage and retrieval system ---without permission in
writing.
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Service Alert No.: SA-013/20
Last Issued: 11/16/2020
TJA
system
is on
standby
A: Vehicle ahead display
B: TJA vehicle speed set
Vehicle
ahead is
detecte
d
Steering
Assist
Limit
Warning
*Some models
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CONSUMER NOTICE: The information and instructions in this bulletin are intended for use by skilled technicians. Mazda technicians utilize the proper tools/
equipment and take training to correctly and safely maintain Mazda vehicles. These instructions should not be performed by “do-it-yourselfers.” Customers
should not assume this bulletin applies to their vehicle or that their vehicle will develop the described concern. To determine if the information applies,
customers should contact their nearest authorized Mazda dealership. Mazda North American Operations reserves the right to alter the specifications and
contents of this bulletin without obligation or advance notice. All rights reserved. No part of this bulletin may be reproduced in any form or by any means,
electronic or mechanical---including photocopying and recording and the use of any kind of information storage and retrieval system ---without permission in
writing.
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North American Operations, U.S.A.
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Service Alert No.: SA-013/20
Last Issued: 11/16/2020
MAZDA CONNECT New Power Off Function
See Owner's Manual Interior Features Mazda Connect
1. Audio Mute - Short press the volume knob (Press again to cancel)
2. Power Off - Press and hold the volume knob (Press and hold again
MGSS: ENTERTAINMENT
to Power ON)
SYSTEM
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CONSUMER NOTICE: The information and instructions in this bulletin are intended for use by skilled technicians. Mazda technicians utilize the proper tools/
equipment and take training to correctly and safely maintain Mazda vehicles. These instructions should not be performed by “do-it-yourselfers.” Customers
should not assume this bulletin applies to their vehicle or that their vehicle will develop the described concern. To determine if the information applies,
customers should contact their nearest authorized Mazda dealership. Mazda North American Operations reserves the right to alter the specifications and
contents of this bulletin without obligation or advance notice. All rights reserved. No part of this bulletin may be reproduced in any form or by any means,
electronic or mechanical---including photocopying and recording and the use of any kind of information storage and retrieval system ---without permission in
writing.
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Service Alert No.: SA-013/20
Last Issued: 11/16/2020
MAZDA CONNECT Center Display View
The rear-view monitor does not utilize all of the center display space.
Function
Display
Rear View
Monitor
MAZDA
CONNECT FM
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CONSUMER NOTICE: The information and instructions in this bulletin are intended for use by skilled technicians. Mazda technicians utilize the proper tools/
equipment and take training to correctly and safely maintain Mazda vehicles. These instructions should not be performed by “do-it-yourselfers.” Customers
should not assume this bulletin applies to their vehicle or that their vehicle will develop the described concern. To determine if the information applies,
customers should contact their nearest authorized Mazda dealership. Mazda North American Operations reserves the right to alter the specifications and
contents of this bulletin without obligation or advance notice. All rights reserved. No part of this bulletin may be reproduced in any form or by any means,
electronic or mechanical---including photocopying and recording and the use of any kind of information storage and retrieval system ---without permission in
writing.
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Service Alert No.: SA-013/20
Last Issued: 11/16/2020
In-Vehicle Digital Owner's Manual
The in-vehicle digital OM can be displayed on the center display while
the vehicle is stopped. Customer can search descriptions and watch
videos of vehicle features and functions by operating the commander
switch.
NOTE:
1. The digital owner's manual must be installed during PDI. Due to
printing deadlines and later updates to the digital manual, the
content of the digital manual may differ from the printed manual.
1. DO NOT use the same file as Mazda3. Check MGSS and
retrieve the correct file for the CX-30.
2. USB memory flash drive FAT16 or FAT32 format is required for
installation.
3. The vehicle's infotainment system will only accept file names
[contents.tar] and [contents.sig]. File names with additional
suffixes will not be accepted.
4. The infotainment system may inadvertently be powered OFF if
the diagnostic assist function buttons are not pressed correctly.
Simply press and hold the volume knob to power back ON.
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CONSUMER NOTICE: The information and instructions in this bulletin are intended for use by skilled technicians. Mazda technicians utilize the proper tools/
equipment and take training to correctly and safely maintain Mazda vehicles. These instructions should not be performed by “do-it-yourselfers.” Customers
should not assume this bulletin applies to their vehicle or that their vehicle will develop the described concern. To determine if the information applies,
customers should contact their nearest authorized Mazda dealership. Mazda North American Operations reserves the right to alter the specifications and
contents of this bulletin without obligation or advance notice. All rights reserved. No part of this bulletin may be reproduced in any form or by any means,
electronic or mechanical---including photocopying and recording and the use of any kind of information storage and retrieval system ---without permission in
writing.
© 2020 Mazda
North American Operations, U.S.A.
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Service Alert No.: SA-013/20
Last Issued: 11/16/2020
Navigation System
The 2020 CX-30 7th generation (Gen 7) infotainment system is not
equipped with factory installed navigation system, however, it is
available as a dealer installed accessory.
NOTE: Gen 6.5 Navi SD card with part number prefix BHP1 (CX-3)
installed in the Gen 7 2020 CX-30 will not function.
Gen 7
Gen 7
Gen 6.5
---
P/N prefix BDTS
P/N prefix BDGF
Interchangeable
P/N prefix BHP1
SIRIUSXM Data Service No Free Trial (Preferred Package and above)
1. Only available as a paid subscription.
2. SiriusXM Traffic Plus feature requires in-vehicle navigation SD
card.
3. The 2020 CX-30 is not equipped with a factory installed navigation
system, however, it is available as a dealer installed accessory.
See Owner's Manual - Interior
Features - Mazda Connect Appendix
SA-007/19 - SIRIUSXM DATA
SERVICES
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