2018 MAZDA MODEL CX-9 climate control

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 de frost the windshield
and front door windows.
Refer to Windshield Defrosting and
Defogging on page 5-10.
Rear window defogger switch
Press the rear window defogger switch to
defrost the rear window.
Refer to Rear Windo w Defogger on page
4-59.
▼ Operation of Automatic Air
Conditioner
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
•Setting the temperature to maximum hot
or cold will not provide the desired
temperature at a faster rate.
•When selecting heat, the system will
restrict airflow until it has warmed to
prevent cold air from blowing out of the
vents.
▼ Windshield 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 w
indshield and side
windows on page 5-6.
Airflow amount will be increased.
WA R N I N G
Set the temperature control to the hot or
warm position when defogging (
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.
NOTE
Use the temperature control dial to
increase the air flow temperature and
defog the windshield more quickly.
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▼Sunlight/Interior Temperature
Sensor
Sunlight sensor
Do not place objects on the sunlight
sensor. Otherwise, the interior temperature
may not adjust correctly.
Sunlight sensor
Interior temperature sensor
Do not cover the interior temperature
sensor. Otherwise, the interior temperature
may not adjust correctly.
Interior temperature sensor
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Vent Operation (Rear)
▼Adjusting the Vents
Directing airflow
You can direct air flow by moving the adjustment knob.
NOTE
When using the air conditioner, mist may come out from the vents. This is not a sign of
trouble but a result of humi
d air being suddenly cooled.
knob
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▼Selecting the Airflow Mode
Dashboard Vents
Dashboard and Floor Vents Floor Vents
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Rear Air Conditioner
Climate control system information is displayed on the display.
Mode selector switch
Airflow display
AUTO switchTemperature setting display
REAR switch
Mode selector display
OFF switch
AU TO SYNC
Temperature control switch
Fan control switch
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▼Control Switches
Rear switch
Press the rear switch to operate the rear air
conditioner.
The indicator illuminates to indicate that
the rear air conditioner is operating.
AUTO switch
By pressing the AUTO switch the
following functions will be automatically
controlled in accord
ance with the set
temperature:
•Airflow temperature
•Amount of airflow
•Selection of airflow mode
OFF switch
Pressing the OFF sw itch shuts off the
climate control system.
Temperature control switch
This switch controls temperature. Press
for hot and for cold.
Fan control switch
The fan has five speeds. The selected
speed will be displayed.
Mode selector switch
The desired airflow mode can be selected.
Refer to Selecting the Airflow Mode on
page 5-13.
▼ Operation of Automatic Air
Conditioner
Operation from front seats
1. Turn the front air conditioner on.
2. Press the rear switch. The rear air
conditioner operates.
3. Selection of the airflow mode, airflow
amount and temperature will be
automatically controlled to the same
temperature setting as the front air
conditioner for the driver's side.
NOTE
•If the AUTO switch is pressed while
the front A/C switch is off, the rear
air conditioner operates only to
circulate air.
•Setting the temperature to the
maximum high or low will not
provide the desired temperature at a
faster rate.
•When selecting heat, the system will
restrict airflow until it has warmed
to prevent cold air from blowing out
of the vents.
•When the rear air conditioner is
controlled to the same temperature
setting as the front air conditioner
for the driver's side, “SYNC” is
displayed on the rear screen.
Operation from rear seats
1. Turn the front air conditioner on.
2. Press the AUTO switch. The selection of the airflow mode and airflow
amount will be automatically
controlled.
3. Use the temperature control switch to
set the desired temperature.
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NOTE
•If the AUTO switch is pressed while
the front A/C switch is off, the rear
air conditioner operates only to
circulate air.
•Setting the temperature to the
maximum high or low will not
provide the desired temperature at a
faster rate.
•When selecting heat, the system will
restrict airflow until it has warmed
to prevent cold air from blowing out
of the vents.
•When the rear air conditioner is
operated automatically, “AUTO” is
displayed on the rear screen.
•When the rear air conditioner is
controlled to the same temperature
setting as the front air conditioner
for the driver's side, “SYNC” is
displayed on the rear screen.
To turn off the system, press the OFF
switch.
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Voice Recognition
▼Basic Operation Method
Activating Voice Recognition
Press the talk button.
Ending Voice Recognition
Use one of the following methods:
•Press the hang-up button.
•Say, “Cancel”.
•Operate the commander switch or the
center display (only when vehicle is
stopped).
Skipping Voice Guidance (for faster
operation)
Press and release the talk button.
Troubleshooting for Voice Recognition
If you do not understand an operation
method while in the voice recognition
mode, say “Tutorial” or “Help”.
Commands useable anytime during
voice recognition
“Go Back” and “Cancel” are commands
which can be used at anytime during voice
recognition.
Returning to previous operation
To return to the previous operation, say,
“Go Back” while in voice recognition
mode.
Cancel
To put the Bluetooth
® Hands-Free system
in standby mode, say, “Cancel” while in
voice recognition mode.
To prevent a deterioration in the voice
recognition rate and voice quality, the
following points should be observed:
•The voice recognition cannot be
performed while voi ce guidance or the
beep sound is operating. Wait until
the voice guidance or the beep sound
is finished before saying your
commands.
•Phone related commands are available
only when your phone is connected via
Bluetooth
®. Make sure your phone is
connected via Bluetooth
® before you
operate phone related voice commands.
•Music play commands, such as Play
Artist and Play Album can be used only
in USB audio mode.
•Do not speak too sl owly or loudly (no
loud voice).
•Speak clearly, without pausing between
words or numbers.
•Dialects or different wording other than
hands-free prompts cannot be
recognized by voice recognition. Speak
in the wording specified by the voice
commands.
•It is not necessary to face the
microphone or approach it. Speak the
voice commands while maintaining a
safe driving position.
•Close the windows and/or the moonroof
to reduce loud noises from outside the
vehicle, or turn dow n the airflow of the
climate control system while Bluetooth
®
Hands-Free is being used.
•Make sure the vents are not directing air
up towards the microphone.
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