2014 MAZDA MODEL 3 4-DOOR Owners Manual

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When Driving
Rear View Monitor
Variance Between Actual Road Conditions and Displayed Image
Some variance occurs between the actual road and the displayed road. Suc\
h variance in
distance perspective could lead to an accident. Note the following condi\
tions that may cause
a variance in distance perspective.
When the vehicle is tilted due to the weight of passengers and load
When the vehicle rear is lowered, the object displayed on the screen app\
ears farther than the
actual distance.
VarianceObject
When there is a steep grade behind the vehicle
When there is a steep upgrade (downgrade) behind the vehicle, the obje\
ct displayed on the
screen appears farther (downgrade: closer) than the actual distance.
Appears
farther than
actual
distance
Appears
closer than
actual
distance
Object at actual
position
Object at actual position
Object on screen
A: Distance between the vehicle and object displayed on the screen.
B: Actual distance between the vehicle and object. Object on screen
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4–132
When Driving
Rear View Monitor
Three-dimensional object on vehicle rear
Because the distance guide lines are displayed based on a fl at surface, the distance to the
three-dimensional object displayed on the screen is different from the actual distance.
A
A
C B
CB
(Actual distance) B>C=A
Sensed distance on screen A>B>C (Screen display)
(Actual condition)
Picture Quality Adjustment
WARNING
Always adjust the picture quality of the rear view monitor while the vehicle is stopped: Do not adjust the picture quality of the rear view monitor while driving the vehicle.
Adjusting the picture quality of the rear view monitor such as brightness, contrast, color,
and tint while driving the vehicle is dangerous as it could distract your attention from the
vehicle operation which could lead to an accident.
Picture quality adjustment can be done while the shift lever is in rever\
se (R).
There are four settings which can be adjusted including, brightness, con\
trast, tint, and color.
When adjusting, pay suffi cient attention to the vehicle surroundings.
1. Select the (
) icon on the screen to display the tabs.
2. Select the desired tab item.
3. Adjust the brightness, contrast, tint, and color using the slider.
If you need to reset, press the reset button.
4. Select the (
) icon on the screen to close the tab.
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*Some models.5–1
5Interior Features
Use of various features for ride comfort, including air-conditioning and
audio system.



Climate Control System..................................................................... 5-2 Operating Tips ........................................................................\
....... 5-2
Vent Operation ........................................................................\
...... 5-3
Manual Climate Control ............................................................... 5-5
Automatic Climate Control ........................................................... 5-9
Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control ....................................... 5-12
Audio System ........................................................................\
............ 5-16 Antenna ........................................................................\
............... 5-16
Operating Tips for Audio System ............................................... 5-17
Audio Set (Type A) ..................................................................... 5-26
Audio Set (Type B) ..................................................................... 5-38
Audio Control Switch Operation
* ............................................... 5-58
AUX/USB/iPod mode ................................................................. 5-59
Bluetooth
® .......................................................................\
.................. 5-75
Bluetooth® (Type A/Type B)* ...................................................... 5-75
Bluetooth® Hands-Free (Type A)* ............................................... 5-95
Bluetooth® Hands-Free (Type B)* ............................................. 5-102
Bluetooth® Audio (Type A)* ...................................................... 5-114
Bluetooth® Audio (Type B)* ...................................................... 5-116
Troubleshooting (Type A/Type B)* ........................................... 5-129
Interior Equipment ........................................................................\
5-133 Sunvisors ........................................................................\
........... 5-133
Interior Lights ........................................................................\
... 5-134
Accessory Sockets .................................................................... 5-136
Cup Holder ........................................................................\
........ 5-137
Bottle Holder ........................................................................\
..... 5-138
Storage Compartments .............................................................. 5-139
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5–2
Interior Features
Climate Control System
Operating Tips
 y Operate the climate control system with
the engine running.
 y  To prevent the battery from being
discharged, do not leave the fan control
dial on for a long period of time with the
ignition switched ON when the engine is
not running.
 y  Clear all obstructions such as leaves,
snow and ice from the hood and the air
inlet in the cowl grille to improve the
system effi ciency.
 y Use the climate control system to defog
the windows and dehumidify the air.
 y  The recirculate mode should be used
when driving through tunnels or while in
a traffi c jam, or when you would like to
shut off outside air for quick cooling of
the interior.
 y  Use the outside air mode for ventilation
or windshield defrosting.
 y  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.
 y  Run the air conditioner about 10 minutes
at least once a month to keep internal
parts lubricated.
 y  Have the air conditioner checked before
the weather gets hot. Lack of refrigerant
may make the air conditioner less
effi cient.
 The refrigerant specifi cations are
indicated on a label attached to the
inside of the engine compartment. Check
the label before refi lling the refrigerant.
If the wrong type of refrigerant is used,
it could result in a serious malfunction
of the air conditioner.
 For details, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Label
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5–3
Interior Features
Climate Control System
Vent Operation
Adjusting the Vents
Directing airfl ow
To adjust the direction of airfl ow, move the
adjustment knob.
NOTE
When using the air conditioner under
humid ambient temperature conditions,
the system may blow fog from the vents.
This is not a sign of trouble but a result of
humid air being suddenly cooled.
Side Vents
Open
Knob Knob
Dial Dial Close Open
Close
Center Vents
Knob
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5–4
Interior Features
Climate Control System
Selecting the Airfl ow Mode
Dashboard Vents
Dashboard and Floor Vents
Floor Vents Defroster and Floor Vents
Defroster Vents
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*Some models.5–5
Interior Features
Climate Control System
Manual Climate Control
Rear window defroster switch
Temperature control dial
Fan control dialMode selector dial
A/C switch
Air intake selector
(recirculated air
mode)Air intake selector
(outside air mode)
* With A/C switch
Control Switches
Temperature control dial
This dial controls temperature. Turn it
clockwise for hot and counterclockwise
for cold.
NOTE
When the mode is set to or with the
fan control dial in a position other than 0
and the temperature control dial in the
maximum cold position, the air intake
selector switches to the recirculated air
mode and the A/C turns on automatically.
If A/C is not desired, press the A/C switch
to turn it off.
Fan control dial
This dial allows variable fan speeds.
The fan has seven speeds.
Mode selector dial
Turn the mode selector dial to select
airfl ow mode (page 5-4 ).
NOTE
 y The mode selector dial can be set at the
intermediate positions (
) between
each mode. Set the dial to an
intermediate position if you want to
split the airfl ow between the two modes.
 y  For example, when the mode selector
dial is at the
position between the
and positions, airfl ow from the fl oor
vent is less than that of the
position.
A/C switch
*
Press the A/C switch to turn the air
conditioner on. The indicator light on the
switch will illuminate when the fan control
dial is in any position except OFF.
Press the switch once again to turn the air
conditioner off.
NOTE
The air conditioner may not function when
the outside temperature approaches 0 °C
(32 °F).
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5–6
Interior Features
Climate Control System
Air intake selector
This switch controls the source of air
entering the vehicle.
Press the air intake selector switch to
alternate between the outside air and
recirculated air modes.
Recirculated air mode (
)
Outside air is shut off. Air within the
vehicle is recirculated.
Outside air mode (
)
Outside air is allowed to enter the
cabin. Use this mode for ventilation or
windshield defrosting.
WARNING
Do not use the recirculated air mode in
cold or rainy weather: Using the recirculated air mode 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.
Heating
1. Set the mode selector dial to the
position.
2. Set the air intake selector to the outside air mode.
3. Set the temperature control dial to the hot position.
4. Set the fan control dial to the desired speed.
5. If dehumidifi ed heating is desired, turn
on the air conditioner.
NOTE
 y  If the windshield fogs up easily, set the
mode selector dial to the
position. y If cooler air is desired at face level, set
the mode selector dial at the
position
and adjust the temperature control dial
to maintain maximum comfort.
 y  The air to the fl oor is warmer than
air to the face (except when the
temperature control dial is set at the
extreme hot or cold position).
 y  In the or position, the air
conditioner is automatically turned on
and the outside air mode is
automatically selected to defrost the
windshield. In the
or position, the
outside air mode cannot be changed to
the recirculated air mode.
Cooling (With air conditioner)
1. Set the mode selector dial to the
position.
2. Set the temperature control dial to the cold position.
3. Set the fan control dial to the desired speed.
4. Turn on the air conditioner by pressing the A/C switch.
5. After cooling begins, adjust the fan control dial and temperature control
dial as needed to maintain maximum
comfort.
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