Mazda 3 Owners Manual: Cooling (With air conditioner)
- Set the mode selector dial to the
position. - Set the temperature control dial to the cold position.
- Set the fan control dial to the desired speed.
- Turn on the air conditioner by pressing the A/C switch.
- After cooling begins, adjust the fan control dial and temperature control dial as needed to maintain maximum comfort.
| CAUTION
If the air conditioner is used while driving up long hills or in heavy
traffi c, monitor the engine coolant temperature warning light to see if
it is illuminated or fl ashing . The air conditioner may cause engine overheating. If the warning light is illuminated or fl ashing, turn the air conditioning off . |
NOTE
- When maximum cooling is desired, set the temperature control dial to the extreme cold position and set the air intake selector to the recirculated air position, then turn the fan control dial fully clockwise.
- If warmer air is desired at floor level,
set the mode selector dial at the
position and adjust the temperature control dial to maintain maximum comfort. - The air to the floor is warmer than air to the face (except when the temperature control dial is set at the extreme hot or cold position).
Ventilation
- Set the mode selector dial to the
position. - Set the air intake selector to the outside air position.
- Set the temperature control dial to the desired position.
- Set the fan control dial to the desired speed.
Heating
Set the mode selector dial to the
position.
Set the air intake selector to the outside
air position.
Set the temperature control dial to the
hot position.
Set the fan control dial to ...
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 desire ...
Other materials:
Bass Box Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Disconnect the connector..
3. Verify the resistance between bass-box terminals.
If not within the specification, replace the bass-box.
Resistance
0.9—1.1 ohms
...
Passenger Compartment Temperature Sensor Removal/Installation [Full Auto Air
Conditioner]
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Front scuff plate.
b. Front side trim.
c. Dashboard under cover.
d. Upper panel.
e. Shift lever knob (MTX).
f. Selector lever knob (ATX).
g. Shift panel.
h. Side wall.
i. Console.
j. Hood release lever ...
Rear Trailing Link Removal/Installation
CAUTION:
Performing the following procedures without first removing the ABS wheel-speed
sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the wiring harness if it is pulled
by mistake. Before performing the following procedures, disconnect the ABS wheel-speed
sensor wiring harness connec ...