2015 MAZDA MODEL 3 HATCHBACK air conditioning

*Some models.4–91
When Driving
i-ELOOP
i-ELOOP *
On conventional vehicles, the kinetic energy that is generated when the vehicle is
decelerated by applying the brakes or during engine braking ends up being discarded as
heat. By utilizing this discarded kinetic energy to generate electricity and use it to power the
vehicle's electrical devices and accessories such as the A/C and audio, fuel consumption can
be reduced. Mazda's system for generating electricity from this kinetic energy is called the
Regenerative Braking System (i-ELOOP).
Electric components
Engine Components
Vehicle Systems:
Air-conditioning
Audio
Head-lights, etc
Accelerator OFF
Accelerator ONEnergy
regeneration
ChargeBattery
Battery Power
Power
Electric components
Engine Components
Vehicle Systems:
Air-conditioning
Audio
Head-lights, etc
Engine
Variable
Voltage
alternator
Variable
Voltage
alternator Engine
Tyre TyreCapacitor
CapacitorDC-DC converter
DC-DC converter
Kinetic energy
Electrical power
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5Interior Features
Use of various features for ride comfort, including air-conditioning and
audio system.



Air-Conditioning System ................................................................... 5-2
Operating Tips ............................................................................... 5-2
Vent Operation .............................................................................. 5-3
Manual Air-Conditioning .............................................................. 5-5
Automatic Air-Conditioning ....................................................... 5-10
Dual-Zone Automatic Air-Conditioning ..................................... 5-14
Audio System .................................................................................... 5-19
Aerial ........................................................................................... 5-19
Operating Tips for Audio System ............................................... 5-20
Audio Set (Type A/Type B) ........................................................ 5-32
Audio Set (Type C/Type D) ........................................................ 5-48
Audio Control Switch Operation
* ............................................... 5-73
AUX/USB/iPod mode ................................................................. 5-75
Bluetooth
® ......................................................................................... 5-95
Bluetooth®* .................................................................................. 5-95
Bluetooth® Hands-Free (Type A/Type B)* ................................ 5-119
Bluetooth® Hands-Free (Type C/Type D)* ................................ 5-126
Bluetooth® Audio (Type A/Type B)* ......................................... 5-135
Bluetooth® Audio (Type C/Type D)* ......................................... 5-137
Troubleshooting* ....................................................................... 5-149
Interior Equipment ........................................................................ 5-152
Sunvisors ................................................................................... 5-152
Interior Lights ........................................................................... 5-152
Accessory Sockets .................................................................... 5-155
Cup Holder ................................................................................ 5-157
Bottle Holder ............................................................................. 5-158
Storage Compartments .............................................................. 5-158
Removable Ashtray
* .................................................................. 5-161
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5–2
Interior Features
Air-Conditioning System
Operating Tips
 












 Operate the air-conditioning system with
the engine running.
 


 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.
 


(With i-stop)
 The airfl ow amount may decrease
slightly while the i-stop function is
operating.
 


 Clear all obstructions such as leaves,
snow and ice from the bonnet and the
air inlet in the cowl grille to improve the
system effi ciency.




 Use the air-conditioning system to defog
the windows and dehumidify the air.
 


 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.
 


 Use the outside air position for
ventilation or windscreen defrosting.
 


 If the vehicle has been parked in direct
sunlight during hot weather, open the
windows to let warm air escape, then
run the air-conditioning system.
(With A/C switch)
 




 Run the air conditioner about 10 minutes
at least once a month to keep internal
parts lubricated.
 


 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 expert repairer,
we recommend an Authorised Mazda
Repairer.
Label
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Interior Features
Air-Conditioning 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.
 
 The air vents can be fully opened and
closed by operating the dial.
Side Vents
Open Knob Knob
Dial
Dial
Close Open
Close
Centre Vents
Knob
Dial
Open
Close
Some models.
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5–4
Interior Features
Air-Conditioning System
Selecting the Airfl ow Mode
Instrument panel Vents
Instrument panel and Floor Vents
Floor VentsDefroster and Floor Vents
Defroster Vents
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Interior Features
Air-Conditioning System
Manual Air-Conditioning
Rear window defogger switch
Temperature control dial
Fan control dialMode selector dial
A/C switch
Air intake selector
(recirculated air position)Air intake selector
(outside air position)
* Some models
Rear window defogger switch
Temperature control dial
Fan control dialMode selector dial
A/C switch
Air intake selector
(recirculated air position)Air intake selector
(outside air position)
Type A
Type B
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Interior Features
Air-Conditioning System
Control Switches
Temperature control dial
This dial controls temperature. Turn it
clockwise for hot and anticlockwise 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 position 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.
(Type A)
The fan has seven speeds.
(Type B)
0—Fan off
1—Low speed
2—Medium low speed
3—Medium high speed
4—High speed
Mode selector dial
Turn the mode selector dial to select
airfl ow mode (page 5-4 ).
NOTE

 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.
  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
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(Type A)
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.
( Type B)
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 set at position 1, 2, 3, or 4.
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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Interior Features
Air-Conditioning 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 positions.
Recirculated air position (
)
Outside air is shut off. Air within the
vehicle is recirculated.
Outside air position (
)
Outside air is allowed to enter the
cabin. Use this mode for ventilation or
windscreen defrosting.
WARNING
Do not use the recirculated air position
in cold or rainy weather:
Using the recirculated air 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.
Heating
1. Set the mode selector dial to the
position.
2. Set the air intake selector to the outside
air position.
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
  If the windscreen fogs up easily, set
the mode selector dial to the
position.  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.
  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).
  In the position, the outside air
position is automatically selected.
The air intake selector cannot be
changed to the recirculated air
position.
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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