2002 MAZDA MODEL 626 light

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Interior Comfort
Form No. 8Q50-EA-01G
Climate Control System





Operating the Climate Control
System
Operate the climate control system with
the engine running.





Clearing the Air Inlet
Clear all obstructions like leaves, snow
and ice from the hood and the air inlet in
the cowling grille to improve the system
efficiency.





Foggy Windows
The windows may fog up easily in humid
weather. Use the climate control system to
defog the windows.
To help defog the windows, operate the
air conditioner to dehumidify the air.





Outside/Recirculated Air
Position
Use the outside air position in normal
conditions. The recirculated air position
can be used temporarily when driving on
dusty roads or for quick cooling of the
interior.





Parking in Direct Sunlight
If the vehicle has been parked in direct
sunlight during hot weather, open the
windows to let warm air escape, then run
the climate control system.





Not Using for a Long Period
Run the air conditioner at least once a
month to keep internal parts lubricated.





Check the Refrigerant before
Weather Gets Hot
Have the air conditioner checked before
the weather gets hot. Lack of refrigerant
may make the air conditioner less
efficient. Consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer for refrigerant inspection.
The optional air conditioner is filled with
R134a, a refrigerant that will not damage
the ozone layer.
If the air conditioner is low on refrigerant
or has a malfunction, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Operating Tips
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Mode selector switch
Press the mode selector switch to select
airflow mode (page 6-4).
Air conditioner switch
Press the switch to turn the air conditioner
on. An indicator light on the switch will
illuminate when the fan switch is on.
Press the switch once again to turn the air
conditioner off.Air intake selector switch
This switch controls the source of air
entering the vehicle.
The switch should be kept in the outside
air position under normal conditions.
Press the switch to alternate between the
two positions. The indicator light
illuminates when the recirculated air
position is selected.
Outside air position
This position is automatically selected
when the ignition switch is turned to the
ON position.
Use it for normal ventilation and heating.
The indicator light is out when the outside
air position is selected.
Recirculated air position
This position recirculates air within the
vehicle. Don
’t use the recirculated air
position for long periods when the vehicle
is stopped.
The indicator light is on when the
recirculated air position is selected.
NOTE
The air conditioner may not function
when the outside temperature
approaches 0 ° C (32 °F).
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5. Adjust the fan control dial and temperature control dial to maintain
maximum comfort.




Ventilation
1. Set the mode selector switch to the
position.
2. Set the air intake selector switch to the outside air position (indicator light off).
3. Set the temperature control dial to the desired position.
4. Set the fan control dial to the desired speed.






Windshield Defrosting and
Defogging
When using the air conditioner while
driving up long hills or in heavy traffic,
closely monitor the temperature gauge
(page 5-21).
The air conditioner may cause engine
overheating. If the gauge indicates
overheating, turn the air conditioner
off.
NOTE
• When maximum cooling is desired,
set the temperature control dial to
the extreme cold position and set
the air intake selector switch to the
recirculated air position, then set the
fan control dial to the position 4.
• If warmer air is desired at floor
level, set the mode selector switch
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).
CAUTION
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1. Set the mode selector switch to the position.
2. Set the temperature control dial to the desired position.
3. Set the fan control dial to the desired speed.




Dehumidifying (With Air
Conditioner)
Operate the air conditioner in cool or cold
weather to help defog the windshield and
side windows.
1. Set the mode selector switch to the
desired position.
2. Set the air intake selector switch to the outside air position (indicator light off).
3. Set the temperature control dial to the desired position.
4. Set the fan control dial to the desired speed.
5. Turn on the air conditioner.
Foggy Windshield:Using the position with the
temperature control set to the cold
position will cause the outside of the
glass to fog up. Your vision will be
hampered, which could lead to a
serious accident. Set the temperature
control to the hot or warm position
when using the position.
NOTE
• For maximum defrosting, set the
temperature control dial to the
extreme hot position and the fan
control dial to position 4.
• If warm air is desired at the floor,
set the mode selector switch to the
position.
• In the or position, the
outside air is automatically selected.
The air intake selector switch
cannot be changed to the
recirculated air position.
WARNING
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Interior Comfort
Audio System
Form No. 8Q50-EA-01G
Signals from an FM transmitter are
similar to beams of light because they do
not bend around corners, but they do
reflect. Unlike AM signals, FM signals
cannot travel beyond the horizon.
Therefore, FM stations cannot be received
at the great distances possible with AM
reception.
Atmospheric conditions can also affect
FM reception. High humidity will cause
poor reception. However, cloudy days
may provide better reception than clear
days.
Multipath noise
Since FM signals can be reflected by
obstructions, it is possible to receive both
the direct signal and the reflected signal at
the same time. This causes a slight delay
in reception and may be heard as a broken
sound or a distortion. This problem may
also be encountered when in close
proximity to the transmitter.Flutter/Skip noise
Signals from an FM transmitter move in
straight lines and become weak in valleys
between tall buildings, mountains, and
other obstacles. When a vehicle passes
through such an area, the reception
conditions may change suddenly,
resulting in annoying noise.
Wea k si gn a l no i s e
In suburban areas, broadcast signals
become weak because of distance from
the transmitter. Reception in such fringe
areas is characterized by sound breakup.
Ionosphere
100—200 km (60—120 miles)
FM wave
FM wave AM wave
Direct
Reflected wave
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•If the cassette tape is loose, it may
produce poor sound or performance
during playback. Use a pencil or
something similar to remove any slack.
• Only cassette tapes that play no longer
than 90 minutes should be used.
Cassette tape exceeding 90 minutes are
thin and may easily break.
• Do not leave a cassette tape in the tape
player slot when not in use. Remove it
completely to permit the slot door to
close and to protect the mechanism
from dust.
• Store cassette tape away from extreme
heat, magnetic fields, and direct
sunlight. Protect the exposed cassette
tape from dirt and damage. Store
cassette tapes in their original cases or
other protective cases.
• Insert only cassette tapes into the slot.
If objects other than cassette tapes are
inserted, they may damage the player.




Operating Tips for Mini Disc
(MD) Player
• The MD player has been designed to
play MDs bearing the identification
logo as shown. No other MDs can be
played.
• When inserting the MD, make sure the
MD label is facing up, and the MD is
oriented to the insertion slot in the
direction of the arrow. If not inserted
correctly, the MD will be ejected, or
may remain stuck in the MD deck.
• Do not touch the internal part of the
MD. If the MD shutter is slid open for
no reason, it may be broken.
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•Store MDs in their cases and away
from direct sunlight.
• Do not insert fingers or foreign objects
in the MD insertion slot as it could
damage the MD deck.





Operating Tips for CD Player/In-
Dash CD Changer
Condensation phenomenon
Immediately after turning on the heater
when the vehicle is cold, the CD or optical
components (prism and lens) in the CD
player/changer may become clouded with
condensation. At this time, the CD will
eject immediately when placed in the unit.
A clouded CD can be corrected simply by
wiping it with a soft cloth. Clouded
optical components will clear naturally in
about an hour. Wait for normal operation
to return before attempting to use the unit.
Handling the CD player/In-dash CD
changer
The following precautions should be
observed.
• Do not spill any liquid on the audio
system. •
Do not insert any objects, other than
CDs, into the slot.
• The CD revolves at high speed within
the unit. Defective (cracked or badly
bent) CDs should never be used.
• Do not use non-conventional discs such
as heart-shaped, octagonal discs, etc.
The CD player/changer could be
damaged.
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•A new CD may have rough edges on its
inner and outer perimeters. If a disc
with rough edges is used, proper
setting will not be possible and the CD
player/changer will not play the CD.
Remove the rough edges in advance by
using a ball-point pen or pencil as
shown below. To remove the rough
edges, rub the side of the pen or pencil
against the inner and outer perimeter of
the CD.
• When driving over uneven surfaces, the
sound will jump.
• The CD player/changer has been
designed to play CDs bearing the
identification logo as shown. No other
discs can be played. •
Be sure never to touch the signal
surface when handling the CDs. Pick
up a CD by grasping the outer edge or
the edge of the hole and the outer edge.
• Do not stick paper or tape on the CD.
Avoid scratching the reverse side (the
side without a label).
• Dust, finger smudges, and dirt can
decrease the amount of light reflected
from the signal surface, thus affecting
sound quality. If the CD should
become soiled, gently wipe it with a
soft cloth from the center of the CD to
the edge.
• Do not use record sprays, antistatic
agents, or household spray cleaners.
Volatile chemicals such as benzine and
thinner can also damage the surface of
the CD and must not be used. Anything
that can damage, warp, or fog plastic
should never be used to clean CDs.
• CDs, like traditional audio records, are
made of plastic. To avoid warping,
keep the CDs in their cases and do not
store them where they will be exposed
to direct sunlight.
• The CD player/changer ejects the CD if
the CD is inserted upside down. Also
dirty and/or defective CDs may be
ejected.
• 8 cm (3 in) CDs and CD accessories
(e.g. 8 cm disc adapter) cannot be used
in the CD player/changer.
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