Mazda CX-3: Basic Operation Method / Commander switch operation

Mazda CX-3 (2015-2026) Owner's Manual / Interior Features / Audio Set [Type B (touchscreen)] / Basic Operation Method / Commander switch operation

NOTE

For safety reasons, some operations are disabled while the vehicle is being driven. Volume dial operation

Mazda CX-3. Commander switch operation

Press the volume dial to mute and pause. However, while an audio source which cannot be paused such as FM radio is playing, only mute is available. Press the volume dial again to resume the audio.

Turn the volume dial to adjust the volume. The volume increases by turning the dial clockwise, and decreases by turning it counterclockwise.

Switches around commander knob

Mazda CX-3. Commander switch operation

The following operations can be done by pressing the switches around the commander knob.

Mazda CX-3. Commander switch operation  : Displays the home screen.

Mazda CX-3. Commander switch operation : Displays the Entertainment screen.

Mazda CX-3. Commander switch operation : Displays the Navigation screen (Only navigation-equipped vehicles). For operation of the Navigation screen, refer to the navigation system manual. If the SD card for the navigation system is not inserted, the compass indicating the direction in which the vehicle is moving is displayed.

Mazda CX-3. Commander switch operation : Displays the Favorites screen. Long-press to store particular items in Favorites. (Radio, phonebook and destination of the navigation system can be programmed.)

Mazda CX-3. Commander switch operation : Returns to previous screen.

Commander knob operation

Mazda CX-3. Commander switch operation

(Selection of icons on screen)

  1. Tilt or turn the commander knob and move the cursor to the desired icon.
  2. Press the commander knob and select the icon.

NOTE

Long-press operation of the commander knob is also possible for some functions.

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