Mazda 3 Owners Manual: Control Switches
Temperature control dial
This dial controls temperature. Turn it clockwise for hot and counterclockwise for cold.
Fan control dial
The fan has seven speeds.
AUTO position
The amount of airflow will be automatically controlled in accordance with the set temperature.
Except AUTO position
The airflow amount can be adjusted to the desired level by turning the dial.
0 position To turn off the system, set the dial to 0 position.
Mode selector dial
Turn the mode selector dial to select airflow mode (
AUTO position
The airflow mode automatically adjusts to the selected temperature.
Except AUTO position
The desired airflow position can be selected by turning the dial.
NOTE
- With the airflow mode set to the
position and the temperature control dial set at a medium temperature, heated air is directed to the feet and air at a comparably lower temperature will flow through the central, left and right vents. - When the fan control dial is ON, and the
mode selector dial is in the
or
position, the air conditioner is automatically turned on and the outside air position is automatically selected to defrost the windshield. In the
or
position, the outside air position cannot be changed to the recirculated air position.
A/C switch
The air conditioning (cooling/ dehumidifying functions) can be turned on or off by pressing the switch while the fan control dial is at a position other than 0.
The indicator light turns on while the air conditioning is operating.
NOTE The air conditioner may not function when the outside temperature approaches 0 °C (32 °F).
Air intake selector
Outside or recirculated air positions can be selected. Press the switch to select outside/ recirculated air positions.
Recirculated air position (indicator light illuminated)
Outside air is shut off. Use this position when going through tunnels, driving in congested traffic (high engine exhaust areas) or when quick cooling is desired.
Outside air position (indicator light turned off)
Outside air is allowed to enter the cabin. Use this mode for ventilation or windshield defrosting.
WARNING
Do not use the  position
in cold or rainy weather: Using the  position in cold
or rainy weather is dangerous as it will cause the windows to fog up. Your vision will be hampered, which could lead to a serious accident. |
Operation of Automatic Air
Conditioning
Set the mode selector dial to the AUTO
position.
Set the air intake selector to the outside
air position (indicator light turned off).
NOTE
If the recirculated air position is used
for l ...
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Security Setting (Type A)
If a passcode is set, the system cannot be
activated unless the passcode is input.
NOTE
Do this function only when parked. It is
too distracting to attempt while driving
and you may make too many errors to be
effective.
Passcode setting
Press the pick-up button or talk button
with a sho ...
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)
LTA functions
In the Subaru Solterra, when driving on roads with clearly visible lane
markings and with dynamic radar cruise control activated, the system uses a
front camera and radar sensors to detect lane boundaries as well as surrounding
and preceding vehicles. Based on this data, t ...
Fuel Filler Lid Opener Bezel Removal/Installation
1. Remove the screw.
2. Pull the fuel-filler lid opener bezel in the direction of the arrow (1) then
remove the tab.
3. Move the fuel-filler lid opener bezel in the direction of the arrow (2) shown
in the figure.
4. Remove the fuel-filler lid opener bezel.
5. Install in the rever ...
