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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:

NOTE AUTO switch indicator light

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.

NOTE

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

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

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.

Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control
Climate control information is displayed on the display. ...

Operation of Automatic Air Conditioning
Press the AUTO switch. Selection of the airflow mode, air intake selector and amount of airflow will be automatically controlled. Use the temperature control dial to select a desired temp ...

Other materials:

Map Light Bulb Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.. 2. Insert a tape-wrapped fastener remover into the service hole and pry with the screwdriver in the direction shown by the arrow to remove the lens. 3. Remove the map light bulb. 4. Install in the reverse order of removal. ...

Windshield Defrosting and Defogging
Set the mode selector dial to the position. Set the temperature control dial to the desired position. Set the fan control dial to the desired speed. If dehumidified heating is desired, turn on the air conditioner. WARNING Do not defog the windshield using the pos ...

Liftgate Latch Switch Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.. 2. Remove the following parts: a. Liftgate upper trim. b. Liftgate side trim. c. Liftgate lower trim. d. Liftgate latch and lock actuator. 3. Press the latch in using a flathead screwdriver to inspect the latch lever condition. 4. Verify ...

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