2012 MAZDA MODEL CX-7 air conditioning

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To help ensure enjoyable and trouble-free operation of your Mazda, read this manual
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Keep this manual in the glove box as a handy reference for the safe and enjoyable use of your Mazda. Should you
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All specifications and descriptions are accurate at the time of printing. Because improvement is a constant goal at
Mazda, we reserve the right to make changes in specifications at any time without notice and without obligation.
Air Conditioning and the Environment
Your Mazda's genuine air conditioner is filled with HFC134a (R134a), a refrigerant that has been found not to
damage the earth's ozone layer. If the air conditioner does not operate properly, consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
Perchlorate
Certain components of this vehicle such as [air bag modules, seat belt pretensioners, lithium batteries, ...] may
contain Perchlorate Material–Special handling may apply for service or vehicle end of life disposal. See
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Please be aware that this manual applies to all models, equipment and options. As a result, you may find
some explanations for equipment not installed on your vehicle.
©2011 Mazda Motor Corporation
Printed in Japan Oct. 2011 (Print1)
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Table of Contents
Your Vehicle at a Glance
Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda.1
Essential Safety Equipment
Use of safety equipment, including seats, seat belt system, child-restraint
systems and SRS air bags.2
Knowing Your Mazda
Explanation of basic operations and controls; opening/closing and adjustment
of various parts.3
Before Driving Your Mazda
Important information about driving your Mazda.4
Driving Your Mazda
Explanation of instruments and controls.5
Interior Comfort
Use of various features for drive comfort, including air-conditioning and audio
system.6
In Case of an Emergency
Helpful information on what to do in an emergency.7
Maintenance and Care
How to keep your Mazda in top condition.8
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
Important consumer information including warranties and add-on equipment.9
Specifications
Technical information about your Mazda.10
Index11

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6Interior Comfort
Use of various features for drive comfort, including air-conditioning and audio
system.
Climate Control System .......................... 6-2
Operating Tips .................................... 6-2
Vent Operation .................................... 6-3
Types of the Climate Control
System ................................................. 6-5
Manual Type ....................................... 6-6
Fully Automatic Type ....................... 6-10
Audio System ......................................... 6-14
Antenna ............................................. 6-14
Operating Tips for Audio System ..... 6-15
Audio Set .......................................... 6-25
Audio Control Switch Operation ...... 6-54
AUX Mode (Auxiliary input) ........... 6-57
Safety Certification ........................... 6-60
Bluetooth® Audio .................................. 6-61
Bluetooth® Audio
í.......................... 6-61
Bluetooth® Hands-Free ........................ 6-72
Bluetooth® Hands-Free
í................. 6-72
Basic Bluetooth® Hands-Free
Operation .......................................... 6-77
Convenient Use of the Hands-Free
System ............................................... 6-83
Hands-Free Setting ............................ 6-92
When Bluetooth® Hands-Free Cannot be
Used ................................................ 6-101
Safety Certification ......................... 6-102
Mazda Bluetooth® Hands-Free Customer
Service ............................................ 6-102Interior Equipment ............................. 6-103
Sunvisors ......................................... 6-103
Interior Lights ................................. 6-104
Information Display ........................ 6-106
Multi Information Display .............. 6-108
Cup Holder ...................................... 6-125
Bottle Holder ................................... 6-126
Storage Compartments .................... 6-126
Accessory Sockets .......................... 6-128
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OFF switch
Pressing the OFF switch shuts off the
climate control system.
Temperature control dial
Cold Hot
This dial controls temperature. Turn it
clockwise for hot and counterclockwise
for cold.
Fan control dial
Slow Fast
The fan has seven speeds. The selected
speed will be displayed.
Mode selector switch
The desired airflow mode can be selected
(page 6-4).
NOTE
lWith the airflow mode set toposition
and the temperature control dial set at a
medium temperature, heated air is directed
to the feet and a comparably lower air
temperature will flow through the central,
left and right vents.
lTo set the air vent to, press the
windshield defroster switch.
A/C switch
Pressing the A/C switch while the AUTO
switch is turned on will turn off the air
conditioning (cooling/dehumidifying
functions). The air conditioning can be
turned on and off by pressing the A/C
switch while the fan control dial is on.
Interior Comfort
Climate Control System
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NOTElThe air conditioning operates when the A/C
switch is pressed even if the fan is off.
lThe air conditioner may not function when
the outside temperature approaches 0 °C
(32 °F). (Indicator remains on even when
system is off.)
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)
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)
Use this position for normal conditions
and defogging.
WARNING
Do not use theposition 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.
Windshield defroster switch
Press the switch to defrost the windshield
and front door windows.
qOperation of Automatic Air
Conditioning
1. Press the AUTO switch. Selection of
the airflow mode, air intake selector
and amount of airflow will be
automatically controlled.
2. Use the temperature control dial to
select a desired temperature.
Cold Hot
To turn off the system, press the OFF
switch.
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Climate Control System
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Information Display
Audio display
Climate control display
qInformation Display Functions
The information display has the following functions:lClimate Control Display (Fully Automatic Type Air Conditioning System)lAudio DisplaylBluetooth®Hands-Free DisplayíRefer to Bluetooth® Hands-Free on page 6-72.
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íSome models.
Interior Equipment
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