Mazda 3 Owners Manual: Control Switches

AUTO switch

By pressing the AUTO switch the following functions will be automatically controlled in accordance with the selected set temperature:

• Airflow temperature
• Amount of airflow
• Selection of airflow mode
• Outside/Recirculated air selection
• Air conditioner operation

NOTE AUTO switch indicator light

• When on, it indicates auto operation, and the system will function automatically.
• If any of the following switches are operated while in auto control, the AUTO switch indicator turns off.

• Mode selector switch
• Fan control switch
• Windshield defroster switch
• The functions for switches other than those operated in the above continue to operate in auto control.

OFF switch

Pressing the OFF switch shuts off the climate control system.

Temperature control dial

This dial controls temperature. Turn it clockwise for hot and counterclockwise for cold.

• When the DUAL switch is off: Turn the driver temperature control dial to control the temperature throughout the entire cabin.
• When the DUAL switch is on: Turn the driver or front passenger temperature control dial to independently control the temperature on each side of the cabin.

NOTE

• The climate control system changes to the individual operation mode ( DUAL switch indicator light illuminated) by turning the front passenger temperature control dial even when the DUAL switch is off, which allows individual control of the set temperature for the driver and front passenger.
• The temperature units for the temperature setting display can be changed in conjunction with the temperature units for the outside temperature display. Refer to Outside Temperature Display on .

Fan control switch

The fan has seven speeds. The selected speed will be displayed.

Mode selector switch

The desired airflow mode can be selected .

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.
• To set the air vent to , press the
  windshield defroster switch.
• 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

Pressing the A/C switch while the AUTO switch is turned on will turn off the air conditioning (cooling/dehumidifying functions).

The air conditioning can be turned on and off by pressing the A/C switch while the fan control switch is on.

NOTE

• The air conditioning operates when the A/C switch is pressed even if the fan is off.
• 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 ( )

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 ( )

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.

DUAL switch

Use the DUAL switch to change the mode between the individual operation (driver and passenger) and interconnection (simultaneous) modes.

Individual operation mode (indicator light illuminated)

The set temperature can be controlled individually for the driver and front passenger.

Interconnection mode (indicator light turned off)

The set temperature for the driver and front passenger is controlled simultaneously.

Windshield defroster switch

Press the switch to defrost the windshield and front door windows.