Aiming Procedure

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Empty the vehicle by having all occupants leave the vehicle and remove all the cargo except for the spare tire, jack and tools.
Adjust the air pressure of each tire to the specified value. (See WHEEL AND TIRE SPECIFICATION .)
Move the vehicle to level ground.
CAUTION:
- If the setting surface height and angle between the vehicle and the target differs, correct FSC aiming cannot be done. Perform the FSC aiming with the vehicle and target setting surface on level ground.
Fig 1: Moving Vehicle To Level Ground
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Verify that there are no obstructions such as metal objects in the shaded areas shown in the figure.
CAUTION:
- If the FSC aiming is performed with obstructions such as white and black patterned objects or reflective metal in the shaded areas, the FSC will determine such obstructions as targets and the FSC aiming procedure will not be performed correctly. Move all obstructions away from the shaded areas, and when performing the aiming, do not have personnel standing in the shaded areas.
Fig 2: Identifying FSC Aiming With Obstructions White And Black Pattern In Shaded Areas
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Perform the DTC inspection for the FSC using the M-MDS and verify that no DTCs other than B115E:54 are displayed. (See DTC INSPECTION [FORWARD SENSING CAMERA (FSC)] .)
NOTE:
- Because DTC B115E:54 is output if aiming is not performed, continue to perform the FSC aiming only if DTC B115E:54 is output. (See DTC TABLE [FORWARD SENSING CAMERA (FSC)] .)
Adjust the SST (plum-bob) so that it is aligned with the center of the brand emblem, determine the center position at the front of the vehicle, and mark the center position (point A) on the floor surface.

Fig 3: Adjusting SST (Plum-Bob) With Center Of Brand Emblem
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
NOTE:
- The center of the brand emblem indicates the center position of the vehicle.
Adjust the SST (plum-bob) so that it is aligned with the center of the brand emblem, determine the center position at the rear of the vehicle, and mark the center position (point B) on the floor surface.

Fig 4: Adjusting SST (Plum-Bob) With Center Of Brand Emblem
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NOTE:
- The center of the brand emblem indicates the center position of the vehicle.
Secure the end of the leveling line over point B.
NOTE:
- Use a commercially-available leveling line.
Fig 5: Identifying End Of Leveling Line Over Point B
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Pull the unsecured end of the leveling line over the vehicle and to the front and adjust it so that it passes over point A.
Mark the line (position A) at the point 50 cm {20 in} from point A and in the direction forward of the vehicle.

Fig 6: Identifying Vehicle Mark Line Points (Forward)
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Mark the points (points D and E) 35 cm {14 in} from point C on the line which runs perpendicular to the vehicle center line.

Fig 7: Identifying Vehicle Center Line Mark Points
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Pull the connected points D, C and E lines (target setting line).
Print out 2 sheets of the following target paper without using scaling.
NOTE:
- If the target sheets cannot be printed, follow the dimensions shown in Step 15 to make target sheets.
Fig 8: Identifying Target Sheet Point
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Cut the printed target sheets along the dotted line and line up the two sheets at their respective center marks as shown in the figure, and then affix cellophane tape to the back of the target.
CAUTION:
- When taping the two target sheets together, if cellophane tape is affixed to the front of the target sheets it could reflect light and adversely affect the aiming accuracy. When taping the two target sheets together, affix the cellophane tape to the back of the target pattern.
Fig 9: Cutting Printed Target Sheets Along Dotted Line And Line Up Sheets
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Verify that the taped-together target is of the dimensions shown in the figure.

Fig 10: Identifying Printed Target Sheets Dimensions
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Affix double-sided adhesive tape to the back of the target.
CAUTION:
- When affixing the target, if tape is affixed to the front of the target it could reflect light and adversely affect the aiming accuracy. When affixing the target, affix the double-sided adhesive tape to the back of the target, and then affix it to the board.
Align the target to the height shown in the figure, and affix it to a board.
NOTE:
- Use a wooden board which does not reflect light to affix the target.
Fig 11: Aligning Target To Height
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Align the center of the target with point C using the SST (plum bob).

Fig 12: Aligning Center Of Target With Point C Using SST (Plum Bob)
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Align so that the board and the target setting line are level with the center of point C.
Connect the M-MDS (IDS) to DLC-2.
After the vehicle is identified, select the following items from the initial screen of the M-MDS.
- "Electrical"
- "FSC Aiming"

Input the following values according to the instructions on the M-MDS screen.

Item		Value
Item		mm	in
Input height from the ground to the wheel house.	Front Left	803	31 5/8
	Front Right	803	31 5/8
	Rear Left	806	31 6/8
	Rear Right	806	31 6/8
Input the distance from the target to the front wheel center.		-1, 432	56 3/8
Input the distance from the lens center to the vehicle center.		-22	-7/8
Input the distance from the ground to the target center.		1, 270	50

Perform the FSC aiming procedure according to the directions on the M-MDS.
Verify the M-MDS display.
- If "Procedure successful" is displayed
  - FSC aiming completed
- If "Procedure unsuccessful" is displayed
  - Perform an inspection according to the following chart for the error code procedure.
  - If an error code other than the error codes in the following chart is displayed, verify the following and re-perform the FSC aiming if there is no malfunction, as there could be a communication error between the FSC and the diagnostic tester.
    - Is the battery positive voltage for the vehicle 8 V or more?
    - Is the ignition switched ON (engine off or on)?

Error code	Detection condition
01	Target set position or input value is incorrect
02	Visibility where aiming is performed is bright or dark, target soiled
03	Target is not detected
04	Target moves during aiming
05	Input vehicle value exceeds specification
06	Aiming result is required during aiming
08	Aiming result is required for FSC with aiming not completed
FF	Aiming cannot be performed due to communication error

ERROR CODE DESCRIPTION (01/05)

Step	Inspection	Action
1	VERIFY VEHICLE HEIGHT INPUT VALUE Verify the vehicle height indicated in Step 22 for aiming with the input value. Is the value input correctly?	Yes	Go to the next step.
1		No	Input the vehicle height indicated in Step 22 for aiming, then go to the next step.
2	VERIFY TARGET POSITION Verify the following: Are the vehicle and target set on level ground? Is the target set to the position indicated in the procedure? Are the board and the target set line parallel and is the height at the center of the target correct? Is the target produced as indicated in the procedure? Is there any dirt, cracks, damage, or wrinkling on the target and board? Is there any malfunction?	Yes	Repair the target for malfunction and go to the next step.
2		No	Go to the next step.
3	PERFORM FSC AIMING Perform the FSC aiming. Is the FSC aiming completed normally?	Yes	FSC aiming is completed.
3		No	Error code 01 or 05 is displayed Go to the next step. Code other than error cord 01 or 05 is displayed Go to the procedure for the displayed error code.
4	PERFORM FSC AIMING AT ACTUAL MEASURED VALUE OF VEHICLE HEIGHT Measure the vehicle height according to the actual measurement procedure for the wheel house height. (See WHEEL HOUSE HEIGHT MEASUREMENT PROCEDURE .) Input the actual measured value and perform the FSC aiming. Is the FSC aiming completed normally?	Yes	The FSC aiming is completed.
4		No	Go to the next step.
5	VERIFY DTC Perform the DTC inspection for the FSC. Is the DTC displayed?	Yes	Go to the applicable DTC inspection. (See DTC TABLE [FORWARD SENSING CAMERA (FSC)] .) After the diagnostic procedure is completed, perform the FSC aiming.
5		No	Re-perform the FSC aiming, and replace the FSC if the FSC aiming is not completed normally. (See FORWARD SENSING CAMERA (FSC) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)

ERROR CODE DESCRIPTION (02/03/04)

Step	Inspection	Action
1	VERIFY TARGET AND TARGET SETTING ENVIRONMENT Verify the following: Is there any dirt or damage on the windshield, FSC lens, and FSC cover? Does direct sunlight penetrate the camera or target surroundings? Is the camera or target surroundings shadowed? Is there any dirt, cracks, damage, or wrinkling on the target and board? Is the target produced in white and black? Is there any obstruction or moving object within the shaded area indicated in Step 4 for aiming? Is the target produced as indicated in the procedure? Does the target move during aiming? Is there any malfunction?	Yes	Repair the malfunctioning part and go to the next step.
1		No	Go to the next step.
2	PERFORM FSC AIMING Perform the FSC aiming. Is the FSC aiming completed normally?	Yes	The FSC aiming is completed.
2		No	Error code 02 or 03 or 04 is displayed Go to the next step. Code other than error code 02 or 03 or 04 is displayed Go to the procedure for the displayed error code.
3	PERFORM FSC AIMING WITH ACTUAL MEASURED VALUE OF VEHICLE HEIGHT Measure the vehicle height according to the actual measurement procedure for the wheel house height. (See WHEEL HOUSE HEIGHT MEASUREMENT PROCEDURE .) Input the actually measured value and perform the FSC aiming. Is the FSC aiming completed normally?	Yes	The FSC aiming is completed.
3		No	Go to the next step.
4	VERIFY DTC Perform the DTC inspection for the FSC. Is the DTC displayed?	Yes	Go to the applicable DTC inspection. (See DTC TABLE [FORWARD SENSING CAMERA (FSC)] .) After the diagnostic procedure is completed, perform the FSC aiming.
4		No	Re-perform the FSC aiming, and replace the FSC if the FSC aiming is not completed normally. (See FORWARD SENSING CAMERA (FSC) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)

ERROR CODE DESCRIPTION (06/08)

Step	Inspection	Action
1	PERFORM FSC AIMING Re-perform the FSC aiming. Is the FSC aiming completed normally?	Yes	The FSC aiming is completed.
1		No	Error code 06 or 08 is displayed Go to the next step. Code other than error code 06 or 08 is displayed Go to the procedure for the displayed error code.
2	VERIFY DTC Perform the DTC inspection for the FSC. Is the DTC displayed?	Yes	Go to the applicable DTC inspection. (See DTC TABLE [FORWARD SENSING CAMERA (FSC)] .) After the diagnostic procedure is completed, perform the FSC aiming.
2		No	Re-perform the FSC aiming, and replace the FSC if the FSC aiming is not completed normally. ((See FORWARD SENSING CAMERA (FSC) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)

ERROR CODE DESCRIPTION (FF)

Step	Inspection	Action
1	VERIFY DTC Perform the DTC inspection for the FSC. Is the DTC displayed?	Yes	Go to the applicable DTC inspection. (See DTC TABLE [FORWARD SENSING CAMERA (FSC)] .) After the diagnostic procedure is completed, perform the FSC aiming.
1		No	Re-perform the FSC aiming, and replace the FSC if the FSC aiming is not completed normally. (See FORWARD SENSING CAMERA (FSC) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)