2014 MAZDA MODEL 3 5-DOOR light

4–69
When Driving
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) System
NOTE
Under the following conditions, the system may be unable to detect vehic\
les, or detection
may be delayed.
 y The vehicle is reversed at a speed of 12 km/h or faster y The radar is obstructed by objects such as a large vehicle parked adjacently or by a wall.
(Reverse vehicle to position in which radar is not obstructed.)

Y our ve hicle
 y A vehicle approaches from straight behind 
Y our ve hicle
 y The vehicle is parked at a highly acute angle
Y our ve hicle
 y Immediately after the system has been activated by pressing the Blind Spot Monitoring
(BSM) OFF switch again after it has been turned off (Blind Spot Monit\
oring (BSM) OFF
indicator light in instrument cluster illuminates) by pressing the switch.
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When Driving
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) System
BSM Warning Light
The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system alerts the driver to the presen\
ce of another
vehicle in an adjacent lane using the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warn\
ing lights and the
warning beep while the system is operational.
The warning light is equipped on the left and right door mirrors.
This warning light illuminates for a few seconds when the ignition is sw\
itched ON.
Driving forward
If the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system detects a vehicle in the det\
ection area while the
vehicle is driven at a speed of about 10 km/h (6.2mph) or more, the Bl\
ind Spot Monitoring
(BSM) warning light illuminates on the side of the vehicle where the r\
ear on-coming vehicle
is detected. A warning indicator light fl ashes when the turn signal lever is operated to the
side where the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning lights is illuminat\
ed to alert the
driver.
Reversing
If vehicles approach from the rear on the left and right, the Blind Spot\
Monitoring (BSM)
warning lights on both sides fl ash.
NOTE
 y If ice or snow adhere to the outer mirror surface, the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
warning light may not be visible.
 y If the door window glass is tinted, it may affect the visibility of the \
Blind Spot Monitoring
(BSM) warning light, making it diffi cult to confi rm the illumination of the light.
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When Driving
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) System
BSM OFF Indicator Light
This indicator light illuminates for a few
seconds when the ignition is switched ON.
The BSM OFF indicator light illuminates
when the BSM system is turned off by
pressing the BSM OFF switch.
The indicator light fl ashes if the BSM
system has a malfunction. Consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
NOTE
If the vehicle is driven on a road with less
traffi c and few vehicles that the radar
sensors can detect, the system may pause
(The BSM OFF indicator light in the
instrument cluster fl ashes). However, it
does not indicate a malfunction.
BSM OFF Switch
When the BSM OFF switch is pressed, the
BSM system turns off and the BSM OFF
indicator light illuminates.
Press the BSM OFF switch again to turn
on the BSM system. The BSM OFF
indicator light turns off.
NOTE
If the ignition is switched off with the BSM
system turned off, the system becomes
operable automatically when the ignition
is switched ON.
Care of Radar Sensors
The radar sensors are equipped inside the
rear bumper.
4–Door
R ada r sensors
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When Driving
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) System
5–Door
Radar sensor s
Always keep the bumper surface near the
radar sensor area clean so that the BSM
system operates normally.
Refer to Exterior Care on page 6-63 .
NOTE
 y The BSM OFF indicator light fl ashes
if the radar sensors cannot operate
normally. If the light remains fl ashing
after cleaning the bumper surface
near the radar sensor area, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
 y For repairs or paintwork around the
radar sensors, or replacement of the
bumper, consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
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When Driving
Rear View Monitor
Displayable Range on the Screen
The images on the screen may be different from the actual conditions.
(S cr een d ispl a y )(A ct u a l v iew ) Object
Tr unk lid ( 4- door ) /
gar nish ( 5- door )
Bum per
NOTE
 y
 The displayable range varies depending on the vehicle and road conditions. y The displayable range is limited. Objects under the bumper or around the bumper ends
cannot be displayed.
 y The distance appearing in the displayed image is different from the actual distance
because the rear view parking camera is equipped with a specifi c lens.
 y Some optionally installed vehicle accessories may be picked up by the ca\
mera. Do not
install any optional parts that can interfere with the camera view, such as illuminating
parts or parts made of refl ective material.
 y It may be diffi cult to see the display under the following conditions, however, it does not
indicate a malfunction.
 y In darkened areas. y When the temperature around the lens is high/low. y When the camera is wet such as on a rainy day or during periods of high \
humidity. y When foreign material such as mud is stuck around the camera. y When the camera lens refl ects sunlight or headlight beams.
 y Image display may be delayed if the temperature around the camera is low.
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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) ..................................................................... 5-25
Audio Set (Type B) ..................................................................... 5-36
Audio Control Switch Operation
* ............................................... 5-55
AUX/USB/iPod mode ................................................................. 5-57
Bluetooth
® ........................................................................\
................. 5-73
Bluetooth® (Type A/Type B)* ...................................................... 5-73
Bluetooth® Hands-Free (Type A)* ............................................... 5-93
Bluetooth® Hands-Free (Type B)* ............................................... 5-99
Bluetooth® Audio (Type A)* ...................................................... 5-111
Bluetooth® Audio (Type B)* ...................................................... 5-113
Troubleshooting (Type A/Type B)* ........................................... 5-126
Interior Equipment ........................................................................\
5-129 Sunvisors ........................................................................\
........... 5-129
Interior Lights ........................................................................\
... 5-130
Accessory Sockets .................................................................... 5-132
Cup Holder ........................................................................\
........ 5-134
Bottle Holder ........................................................................\
..... 5-135
Storage Compartments .............................................................. 5-135
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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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5–5
Interior Features
Climate Control System
Manual Climate Control
Rear window defogger switch
Tem per atur e contr ol dial
Fan contr ol dialMode selector dial
A /C switch
A ir intake selector
( r ecir culated air m ode)A ir intake selector ( outside air m ode)
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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