Anything which generates ultrasound is near the vehicle, such as another vehicle's
horn, the engine sound of a motorcycle, the air brake sound of a large-sized vehicle, or
another vehicle's sensors.
The vehicle is driven in heavy rain or in road conditions causing water-splash.
A commercially-available fender pole or an antenna for a radio transmitter is installed
to the vehicle.
The vehicle is moving towards a tall or square curbstone.
An obstruction is too close to the sensor.
Obstructions under the bumper may not be detected. Obstructions that are lower than the
bumper or thin which may have been initially detected may no longer be detected as the
vehicle approaches more closely to the obstruction.
The following types of obstructions may not be detected:
Thin objects such as wire or rope
Things which absorb sonic waves easily such as cotton or snow
Angular shaped objects
Very tall objects, and those which are wide at the top
Small, short objects
Always have the system inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer if any shock is applied
to the bumpers, even in a minor accident. If the sensors are deviated, they cannot detect
obstructions.
The system may have a malfunction if the beep does not operate or the indicator light
does not illuminate when the park assist sensors switch is turned on. Consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
The system may have a malfunction if the beep sound which indicates a system
malfunction is heard and the i ndicator light flashes. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
The beeper which indicates a system malf unction may not be heard if the ambient
temperature is extremely cold, or mud, ice, or snow adheres to the sensor area. Remove
any foreign material from the sensor area.
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▼Park Assist Sensor System Operation
When the parking sensor switch i
s pressed with the ignition switched ON, the buzzer sounds
and the indicator light turns on.
When the ignition is switched ON with the parking sensor activated, the indicator light turns
on.
Press the switch again to stop the operation.
Indicator light
Operation conditions
The parking sensor system can be used when all of the following conditions are met:
The ignition is switched ON.
The parking sensor switch is turned on.
NOTE
The detection indicator and buzzer of the front sensors/front corner sensors do not
operate when the selector lever is in the P position.
The detection indicator and buzzer sound do not activate when the parking brake is
applied.
▼Obstruction Detection Indication
The position of a sensor which has detected an obstruction is i
ndicated. The gauge
illuminates in different areas d epending on the distance to an obstruction detected by the
sensor.
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▼When Warning Indicator/Beep is Activated
The system notifies the driver
of an abnormality by activating the beep sound and the
indicator light.
Indicator/Beep How to check
The indicator light flashes when
the parking sensor switch is
pressed at a vehicle speed of 10
km/h (6 mph) or less. The system may have a malfunctio
n. Have the vehicle inspected at an Author‐
ized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
The beep sound is not heard. The system may have a malfunctio
n. Have the vehicle inspected at an Author‐
ized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
The intermittent sound of the
buzzer is heard 5 times. Remove any foreign material from the sensor area. If the system
does not re‐
cover, have the vehicle inspect ed at an Authorized Mazda Dealer .
A certain obstruction detection
indicator is continuously dis‐
played. Refer to Obstruction Detection Indication on page 4-246.
When Driving
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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
Fully Automatic Type................... 5-5
Before Using the Aud io System........ 5-9
Audio Control Switch ................... 5-9
AUX/USB mode.........................5-10
Antenna.......................................5-12
Audio Set.......................................... 5-13 Basic Operation Method............. 5-13
Home screen............................... 5-17
Settings....................................... 5-18
Operating the Radio....................5-19
Operating the Satellite Radio
*...........
.................................................... 5-23
How to use AUX m ode.............. 5-27
How to use USB mode ............... 5-28
How to use Apple CarPlay™
*...........
.................................................... 5-34
How to use Android Auto™
mode
*..........................................5-37
Bluetooth
®.................................. 5-41
Bluetooth
® Preparation.............. 5-44
Available Language.. .................. 5-46
Bluetooth
® Audio....................... 5-47
How to Use Pandora
®*............... 5-50
How to Use Aha™..................... 5-52
How to Use Stitche r™ Radio..... 5-55
Bluetooth
® Hands-Free.............. 5-57
Voice Recognition.................. .....5-66
Applications................................5-69
Troubleshooting.......................... 5-70
Appendix.......................................... 5-76 Things You Need to Know......... 5-76
Interior Equipment......................... 5-83 Sunvisors.................................... 5-83
Interior Lights............................. 5-84
Accessory Sockets...................... 5-88
USB Power Outlet
*.................... 5-89
Cup Holder................................. 5-90
Bottle Holder.............................. 5-91
Storage Compartments............... 5-92
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Operating Tips
Operate the climate control system with
the engine running.
To prevent the battery from being
discharged, do not leave the fan control
switch on for a long period of time with
the ignition switched ON when the
engine is not running.
Clear all obstructions such as leaves,
snow and ice from the hood and the air
inlet in the cowl grille to improve the
system efficiency.
Use the climate control system to defog
the windows and dehumidify the air.
The recirculate mode should be used
when driving through tunnels or while
in a traffic 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 windshield defrosting.
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.
Run the air cond itioner 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
efficient.
The refrigerant specifications are
indicated on a label attached to the
inside of the engine compartment. If the
wrong type of refrigerant is used, it
could result in a ser ious malfunction of
the air conditioner. Consult a
professional, government certified
repairer for the inspection or repair
because a special device is required for
the air conditi oner maintenance.
For details, consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
Label
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Fully Automatic Type
Climate control system information is displayed on the display.
AUTO switchSYNC (synchronized temperature) switch
Passenger temperature
control dial
Driver temperature
control dial
Rear window defogger switch
Windshield defroster switch
Air intake selector A/C switch
Power switch
Mode selector switch
Fan control switch
Airflow
display
Temperature setting display
(driver’s side)
Mode selector
display
A/C mode display
Temperature setting display (Passenger’s side)
▼
Control Switches
AUTO switch
By pressing the AUTO switch the
following functions will be automatically
controlled in accordan
ce with the selected
set temperature:
Airflow temperature
Amount of airflow
Selection of airflow mode
Outside/Recirculated air selection
Air conditioner operation
NOTE
AUTO switch indicator light
When on, it indicates auto operation,
and the system will function
automatically.
If any of the following switches are
operated while in auto control, the
AUTO switch indicator turns off.
Mode selector switch
Fan control switch
Windshield defroster switch
The functions for switches other than
those operated continue to operate in
auto control.
Power switch (Fan On/Off)
The climate control system turns on or off
by pressing the power switch.
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Temperature control dial
This dial controls temperature. Turn it
clockwise for hot and counterclockwise
for cold.
Turn the temperature c ontrol dial to adjust
the temperature between 15 °C (60 °F) and
29 °C (84 °F).
When the SYNC switch is on:
Turn the driver temperature control dial
to control the temperature throughout
the entire cabin.
When the SYNC switch is off:
Turn the driver or front passenger
temperature control dial to
independently control the temperature
on each side of the cabin.
NOTE
The climate control system changes to
the individual operation mode (SYNC
switch indicator light turns off) by
turning the front passenger temperature
control dial even when the SYNC switch
is on, which allows individual control of
the set temperature for the driver and
front passenger.
When you set the temperature to the
lower or upper limit, “Lo” or “Hi” is
displayed.
The temperature units for the
temperature setting display can be
changed in conjunction with the
temperature units for the outside
temperature display.
(Instrument cluster Type A)
Refer to Outside Temperature Display
on page 4-21.
(Instrument cluster Type B)
Refer to Outside Temperature Display
on page 4-38.
(Instrument cluster Type C)
Refer to Outside Temperature Display
on page 4-55.
Fan control switch
The fan has 7 speeds. The selected speed
will be displayed.
Mode selector switch
The desired airflow mode can be selected
(page 5-4).
NOTE
With 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.
To set the air vent to , press the
windshield defroster switch.
In the position, the outside air
position is automatically selected.
A/C switch
Pressing the A/C swit ch while the AUTO
switch is turned on w ill turn off the air
conditioner (cooling/dehumidifying
functions).
The on/off of the air conditioner switches
each time the A/C switch is pressed.
NOTE
The air conditioner operates when the
A/C switch is pressed while the air
conditioner is turned off.
The air conditioner may not function
when the outside temperature
approaches 0 °C (32 °F).
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Air intake selector
Outside or recirculated air positions can be
selected. Press the switch to select outside/
recirculated air positions.
Recirculated air position (indicator light
turns on)
Outside air is shut off. Use this position
when going through tunnels, driving in
congested traffic (high engine exhaust
areas) or when quick cooling is desired.
Outside air positio n (indicator light
turns off)
Outside air is allowed to enter the cabin.
Use this mode for ventilation or
windshield d efrosting.
WA R N I N G
Do not recirculate the air in the cabin
during cold or rainy weather:
Recirculating the air in the cabin during
cold and 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.
SYNC (Synchronized Temperature)
switch
Use the SYNC switch to change the mode
between the individual operation (driver
and passenger) and interconnection
(simultaneous) modes.
Interconnection mode (indicator light
turns on)
The set temperature for the driver and
front passenger is controlled
simultaneously.
Individual operation mode (indicator
light turns off)
The set temperature can be controlled
individually for the driver and front
passenger.
Windshield defroster switch
Press the switch to defrost the windshield
and front door windows.
Refer to Windshield Defrosting and
Defogging on page 5-8.
Rear window defogger switch
Press the rear window defogger switch to
defrost the rear window.
Refer to Rear Window Defogger on page
4-87.
▼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.
If you want to set the temperature on
the front passenger's side separately
from the driver's side, turn the front
passenger temperature control dial to
switch the mode automatically to the
individual operation mode and set the
temperature for the front passenger's
side.
To turn off the system, press the power
switch.
NOTE
Set the control dial to the recommended
temperature of 22 °C (72 °F), and then
adjust it as desired.
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