▼Cooling (With A/C switch)
1. Press the switch.
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.
CAUTION
If the air conditioner is used while
driving up long hills or in heavy tra ffic,
monitor the high engine coolant
temperature warning indication to see
if it is displayed (page 7-29).
The air conditioner may cause engine
overheating. If the warning indication
is displayed, turn the air conditioner
o ff (page 7-21).
NOTE
When maximum cooling is desired,
set the temperature control dial to
the extreme cold position and set
the air intake selector to the
recirculated air position, then turn
the fan control dial fully clockwise.
If warmer air is desired at floor level,
press the
switch and adjust the
temperature control dial to maintain
maximum comfort.
The 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).
▼ Ve n t i l a t i o n
1. Press the switch.
2. Set the air intake selector to the outside air position (indicator light
turns off ).
3. Set the temperature control dial to the desired position.
4. Set the fan control dial to the desired speed.
▼Windshield Defrosting and
Defogging
1. Press the switch.
2. Set the temperature control dial to the desired position.
3. Set the fan control dial to the desired speed.
4. If dehumidi fied heating is desired,
turn on the air conditioner.
WARNING
Do not defog the windshield using the
switch with the temperature
control set to the cold position:
Using the
switch 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
switch.
NOTE
(With A/C switch)
Fogging on the windows clears up
more easily while the air conditioner
is on, but they will fog up more easily
if the air conditioner is turned o ff.
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Fully Automatic Type
▼Fully Automatic Type
Climate control system information is displayed on the display.
1. Driver temperature control dial
2. AUTO switch
3. Temperature setting display (driver’s side)
4. Air intake display
5. Airfl
ow display
6. Mode selector display
7. Temperature setting display (passenger’s side)
8. SYNC (synchronized temperature) switch
9. Passenger temperature control dial
10.A/C switch
11.Rear window defogger switch
12.Mode selector switch
13.Fan control switch
14.Air intake selector switch
15.Windshield defroster switch
16.Power switch
▼ Control Switches
AUTO switch
By pressing the AUTO switch the
following functions will be
automatically controlled in accordance
with the selected set temperature:
Air
flow temperatureAmount of airfl owSelection of airflow modeOutside/Recirculated air selectionAir conditioner operation
Seat warmer level selection*
Heated steering wheel operation*
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NOTE
AUTO switch indicator light
When the AUTO switch indicator
light is 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 switchFan control switchWindshield defroster switch
The functions for switches other
than those operated continue to
operate in auto control.
Powe r s wi tc h ( Sys te m O n / O ff)
The climate control system turns on or
off by pressing the power switch.
Temperature control dial
This dial controls temperature. Turn it
clockwise for hot and
counterclockwise for cold.
Turn the temperature control 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 o ff:
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 o ff) 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.
Refer to Outside Temperature
Display on page 4-19.
Fan control switch
The fan has 7 speeds. The selected
speed will be displayed.
Mode selector switch
The desired airfl ow 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.
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No. MenuExplanation
(1) Information Fuel E
fficiency Monitor:
Monitor fuel
effi ciency in real time and view fuel
effi ciency history.
SiriusXM Travel Link
*:
Access tra ffic information, weather, fuel prices, parking information
and sports scores.
Vehicle Status Monitor:
View important vehicle maintenance messages, information, and inter-
vals.
Owner's Manual:
Learn about Mazda features, safety information, maintenance, and
more.
(2) Entertainment FM
AM
SiriusXM
*
Pandora*
Bluetooth
USB1 Audio/USB2 Audio
USB1 Video/USB2 Video
(3) Noti fications Displays text messages received by the mobile device paired to Mazda
Connect and noti
fications from the vehicle.
(4) Communication By connecting your mobile device, such as a Smartphone, to Mazda
Connect via Bluetooth
®, you can use the hands-free call and short mes-
sage functions.
(5) Navigation The navigation system (vehicles with navigation system) can be used
when the SD card for the navigation system is inserted.
If the SD card for the navigation system is not inserted, the compass in-
dicating the direction in which the vehicle is moving is displayed. The
compass may not indicate the correct bearing when the vehicle is stop-
ped or traveling at a slow speed.
For the navigation system operation, refer to the navigation system
manual.
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No. MenuExplanation
(6) Settings You can change the settings for the Mazda Connect screen, sound set-
tings, and the vehicle functions.
In-Vehicle Displays:
Con
figures settings and content for all in-vehicle displays.
Sound Settings:
Con figures the in-vehicle listening experience.
Safety Settings:
Con figures safety and driver assistance features.
Ve h i c l e S e t t i n g s :
Con figures vehicle convenience features.
Connectivity Settings:
Con figures Bluetooth and other device connectivity settings.
System Settings:
Con figures language, time, and other general settings.
(7) Apple CarPlay You can use Apple CarPlay™ by connecting an iPhone
® compatible
with Apple CarPlay™ to the USB slot.
(8) Android Auto You can use Android Auto™ by connecting an Android™ Smartphone
compatible with Android Auto™ to the USB port.
WARNING
Always adjust Mazda Connect while the vehicle is stopped:
Do not adjust Mazda Connect with th
e Commander switch while driving the
vehicle. Adjusting Mazda Connect with the Commander switch while driving the
vehicle is dangerous as it could distract your attention from the vehicle operation
which could lead to a serious accident.
Even if the audio remote control switches are equipped on the steering wheel, learn
to use the switches without looking down at them so that you can keep your
maximum attention on the road while driving the vehicle.
Do not allow the connection plug cord to get tangled with the shift lever (manual
transmission)/selector leve r (automatic transmission):
Allowing the plug cord to become tangled with the shift lever (manual
transmission)/selector lever (automatic transmission) is dangerous as it could
interfere with driving, resulting in an accident.
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Mazda Connect Basic Operations
▼Mazda Connect Basic Operations
NOTE
The explanation of functions described in this manual may di
ffer from the actual
operation, and the shapes of screens and buttons and the letters and characters
displayed may also di ffer from the actual appearance.
Additionally, depending on future software updates, the content may successively
change without notice.
▼ Commander Switch Operation
The commander switch can be used to swit
ch to each function and to operate each
function.
Set the palm of your hand on the commander knob so that your fingers can touch
each of the switches.
You can switch the screens without ha ving to look down at your hand.
NOTE
For safety reasons, some operations are disabled while driving the vehicle.
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The shape of the switches varies depending on the specifications.
No. Item Explanation
1
Commander knob (selection):
Rotate or slide the commander knob to highlight/select the on-screen
functions you want to use.
2
Commander knob (select):
Depress the commander knob to select the desired on-screen function
you want to use.
3
Entertainment button:
The audio source screen last used is displayed.
(During Apple CarPlay™ or Android Auto™ music playback)
Displays the Apple CarPlay™ or Android Auto™ now playing screen.
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No.Item Explanation
5
Favorites button:
Displays the favorites screen.
Press and hold to register AM/FM/SiriusXM®* stations, contacts, navi-
gation destinations, or any highlighted menu items to create easily ac-
cessible shortcuts.
6
Home button:
Displays the home screen.
(While Apple CarPlay™ or Android Auto™ is displayed)
Displays the Apple CarPlay™ or Android Auto™ home screen.
(While Apple CarPlay™ or Android Auto™ is connected)
Press and hold while the Mazda Connect screen is displayed to switch
the screen from Mazda Connect to Apple CarPlay™ or Mazda Connect
to Android Auto™. In addition, press and hold while the Apple
CarPlay™ or Android Auto™ screen is displayed to switch to the Mazda
Connect screen.
7
Back button:
Returns to previous screen.
8
Map button:
Displays the navigation screen (vehicles with navigation system).
In order for the navigation system to function, the SD card for the navi-
gation system is required.
If the SD card for the navigation system is not inserted, the compass in-
dicating the direction in which the vehicle is moving is displayed.
For the navigation system operation, refer to the navigation system
manual.
(During Apple CarPlay™ or Android Auto™ route guidance)
Displays the Apple CarPlay™ or Android Auto™ map screen.
NOTE
With an active Mazda Navigation route, pressing the Map button will
repeat the navigation voice guidance.
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