Mazda 3 Owners Manual: Adjusting the Vents
Directing airflow
To adjust the direction of airflow, move the adjustment knob.
NOTE
- When using the air conditioner under
humid ambient temperature conditions,
the system may blow fog from the vents.
This is not a sign of trouble but a result of humid air being suddenly cooled.
- The air vents can be fully opened and closed by operating the dial.
Side Vents
Center Vents
Vent Operation
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Selecting the Airflow Mode
Dashboard Vents
Defroster and Floor Vents
Dashboard and Floor Vents
Defroster Vents
Floor Vents
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Other materials:
Headliner Removal/Installation
1. Shift to the D (ATX) or 4th gear (MTX) position. (4SD)
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
3. Remove the rain sensor cover. (Vehicles with auto light/wiper system).
4. Disconnect the rain sensor connector. (Vehicles with auto light/wiper system)
5. Partially peel back the seaming ...
Variable Swirl Solenoid Valve Inspection [Mzr 2.3 Disi Turbo]
Airflow Inspection
1. Remove the battery cover..
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
3. Remove the variable swirl solenoid valve..
4. Inspect the airflow between the ports under the following conditions.
If not as specified, replace the variable swirl solenoid valve..
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PCM Inspection [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
Using M-MDS
NOTE:
PIDs for the following parts are not available on this model. Go to the appropriate
part inspection page.
CMP sensor
Main relay
1. Connect the M-MDS to the DLC-2.
2. Switch the ignition to ON.
3. Measure the PID value.
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