Mazda CX-3: Fully Automatic Type / Control Switches

Mazda CX-3 (2015-2026) Owner's Manual / Interior Features / Climate Control System / 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 Mazda CX-3. Control Switches 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 Mazda CX-3. Control Switches or Mazda CX-3. Control Switches position, the air conditioner is automatically turned on and the outside air position is automatically selected to defrost the windshield. In the Mazda CX-3. Control Switches or Mazda CX-3. Control Switches 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 Mazda CX-3. Control Switches position in cold or rainy weather: Using the Mazda CX-3. Control Switches 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.

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    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...

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