Mazda CX-3: Fully Automatic Type / 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 conditioner (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 conditioner 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.
Rear window defogger switch
Press the rear window defogger switch to defrost the rear window. Refer to Rear Window Defogger.
Operation of Automatic Air
Conditioner
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 long periods in cold weather or
high humidity, the windshield may fog
up more easily...
Other information:
Mazda CX-3 (2015-2025) Owner's Manual: Personalization Features
The following personalization features can be set or changed by an Authorized Mazda Deal- er. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for details. Additionally, some of the personalization features can be changed by the customer depend- ing on the feature...
Mazda CX-3 (2015-2025) Owner's Manual: Sunlight/Temperature Sensor
Sunlight sensor Do not place objects on the sunlight sensor. Otherwise, the interior temperature may not adjust correctly. Interior temperature sensor Do not cover the interior temperature sensor. Otherwise, the interior temperature may not adjust correctly...
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Rearview Mirror
WARNING
Do not stack cargo or objects higher than the seatbacks:
Cargo stacked higher than the seatbacks is dangerous. It can block your view in the rearview mirror, which might cause you to hit another car when changing lanes.
Rearview mirror adjustment
Before driving, adjust the rearview mirror to center on the scene through the rear window.
