2015 MAZDA MODEL CX-5 air conditioning

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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
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Printed in Japan Jan. 2014 (Print1)
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Table of Contents
Pictorial Index
Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda.1
Essential Safety Equipment
Important information about safety equipment, including seats, seat belt
system, child-restraint systems and SRS air bags.2
Before Driving
Use of various features, including keys, doors, mirrors and windows.3
When Driving
Information concerning safe driving and stopping.4
Interior Features
Use of various features for ride comfort, including air-conditioning and audio
system.5
Maintenance and Care
How to keep your Mazda in top condition.6
If Trouble Arises
Helpful information on what to do if a problem arises with the vehicle.7
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
Important consumer information including warranties and add-on equipment.8
Specifications
Technical information about your Mazda.9
Index10

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5Interior Features
Use of various features for ride comfort, including air-conditioning and audio
system.
Climate Control System ............................................................... 5-2Operating Tips ........................................................................... 5-2
Vent Operation .......................................................................... 5-3
Manual Type ............................................................................. 5-5
Fully Automatic Type ............................................................... 5-9
Audio System ............................................................................... 5-13 Antenna ................................................................................... 5-13
Operating Tips for Audio System ........................................... 5-13
Audio Set (Type A) ................................................................. 5-25
Audio Set (Type B) ................................................................. 5-35
Audio Control Switch Operation ............................................ 5-56
AUX/USB/iPod mode ............................................................. 5-58
Bluetooth® .................................................................................. 5-77 Bluetooth®
í........................................................................... 5-77
Bluetooth® Hands-Free .......................................................... 5-83
Bluetooth® Audio ................................................................. 5-102
Troubleshooting .................................................................... 5-106
Interior Equipment ................................................................... 5-110 Sunvisors ............................................................................... 5-110
Interior Lights ........................................................................ 5-111
Clock ..................................................................................... 5-113
Accessory Sockets ................................................................. 5-114
Cup Holder ............................................................................ 5-116
Bottle Holder ......................................................................... 5-117
Storage Compartments .......................................................... 5-118
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CAUTION
If the air conditioner is used while
driving up long hills or in heavy
traffic, monitor the engine coolant
temperature warning light to see if it
is illuminated or flashing (page 4-22).
The air conditioner may cause engine
overheating. If the warning light is
illuminated or flashing, turn the air
conditioning off (page 7-18).
NOTE
lWhen maximum cooling is desired, set the
temperature control dial to the extreme cold
position and set the air intake selector to
the recirculated air mode, then set the fan
control dial to position 4.
lIf warmer air is desired at floor level, set
the mode selector dial at the
position
and adjust the temperature control dial to
maintain maximum comfort.
lThe 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).
q Ventilation
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 desired position.
4. Set the fan control dial to the desired speed.
qWindshield Defrosting and Defogging
1. Set the mode selector dial to the
position.
2. Set the temperature control dial to the desired position.
3. Set the fan control dial to the desired speed.
WARNING
Do not defog the windshield using the
position with the temperature
control set to the cold position: Using the
position with the
temperature control set to the cold
position is dangerous as it will cause
the outside of the windshield 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
lFor maximum defrosting, turn on the air
conditioner, set the temperature control dial
to the extreme hot position, and the fan
control dial to position 4.
lIf warm air is desired at the floor, set the
mode selector dial to the
position.lIn theorposition, the air
conditioner is automatically turned on and
the outside air mode is automatically
selected to defrost the windshield. In the
orposition, the outside air mode
cannot be changed to the recirculated air
mode.
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Climate Control System
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Temperature control dial
This dial controls temperature. Turn it
clockwise for hot and counterclockwise
for cold.
lWhen the DUAL switch is off:
Turn the driver temperature control dial
to control the temperature throughout
the entire cabin.
lWhen the DUAL switch is on:
Turn the driver or front passenger
temperature control dial to
independently control the temperature
on each side of the cabin.
NOTE
lThe climate control system changes to the
individual operation mode (DUAL switch
indicator light illuminated) by turning the
front passenger temperature control dial
even when the DUAL switch is off, which
allows individual control of the set
temperature for the driver and front
passenger.
lThe temperature units for the temperature
setting display can be changed in
conjunction with the temperature units for
the outside temperature display. Refer to
Outside Temperature Display on page 4-14.
Fan control dial
The fan has seven speeds. The selected
speed will be displayed.
Mode selector switch
The desired airflow mode can be selected
(page 5-4). NOTE
lWith the airflow mode set to the
position and the temperature control dial
set at a medium temperature, heated air is
directed to the feet and air at a comparably
lower temperature will flow through the
central, left and right vents.
lTo set the air vent to, press the
windshield defroster switch.
lIn theorposition, the air
conditioner is automatically turned on and
the outside air mode is automatically
selected to defrost the windshield. In the
orposition, the outside air mode
cannot be changed to the recirculated air
mode.
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.
NOTE
lThe 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).
Air intake selector
Outside or recirculated air positions can
be selected. Press the switch to select
outside/recirculated air positions.
Recirculated air position (
)
Use this position when going through
tunnels, driving in congested traffic (high
engine exhaust areas) or when quick
cooling is desired.
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Climate Control System
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Outside air position ()
Use this mode for ventilation or
windshield defrosting.
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.
DUAL switch
Use the DUAL switch to change the mode
between the individual operation (driver
and passenger) and interconnection
(simultaneous) modes.
Individual operation mode (indicator
light illuminated)
The set temperature can be controlled
individually for the driver and front
passenger.
Interconnection mode (indicator light
turned off)
The set temperature for the driver and
front passenger is controlled
simultaneously.
Windshield defroster switch
Press the switch to defrost the windshield
and front door windows.
q Operation 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.
Press the DUAL switch or turn the
front passenger temperature control
dial to control the set temperature
individually for the driver and front
passenger.
To turn off the system, press the OFF
switch.
NOTE
lSetting the temperature to maximum high
or low will not provide the desired
temperature at a faster rate.
lWhen selecting heat, the system will restrict
airflow until it has warmed to prevent cold
air from blowing out of the vents.
qWindshield Defrosting and Defogging
Press the windshield defroster switch.
In this position, the outside air position is
automatically selected, and the air
conditioner automatically turns on. The
air conditioner will directly dehumidify
the air to the front windshield and side
windows (page 5-4). Airflow amount will
be increased.
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Climate Control System
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lClose the windows and/or the
moonroof to reduce loud noises from
outside the vehicle. Turn down the
airflow of the air-conditioning system
while Bluetooth
®Hands-Free is being
used.
lMake sure the vents are not directing
air up towards the microphone.
NOTE
If the voice recognition performance is not
satisfactory.
Refer to Troubleshooting on page 5-106.
Bluetooth® Hands-Free
q Making a Call
Phonebook Usage
Telephone calls can be made by saying
the contact name in the downloaded
phonebook or the name of a person whose
phone number has been registered in the
Bluetooth
®Hands-Free. Refer to Import
contact (Download Phonebook).
1. Press the talk button.
2. Prompt: “Ready.”
3. Say: [Beep] “Phone call ”
4. Prompt: “Name, please. ”
5. Say: [Beep] “XXXXX... (Ex. “John ”)”
(Say a name registered in the
phonebook.)
The name spoken will be searched for
in the phonebook.
If a contact is matched, go to Step 7.
If multiple contacts are matched, go to
Step 6.
6. Prompt: “Would you like to call
XXXXX... (Choice 1)? ”
(Person you would like to call)
Say: [Beep] “Yes. ”Then go to Step 7.
(Person you do not want to call)
Say: [Beep] “No ”Then go to Step 6
(Maximum 3 times)
7. Prompt: “Would you like to call
XXXXX... (Ex. “John ”) at home, at
work, or mobile, or other... or press the
hang-up button to exit Hands-Free
mode. ”
8. Say: [Beep] “XXXXX... (Ex. “at
home ”)”
Interior Features
Bluetooth®
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