2021 MAZDA MODEL CX-5 Owners Manual

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 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 4-19.
(Instrument cluster Type B)
Refer to Outside Temperature Display
on page 4-36.
(Instrument cluster Type C)
Refer to Outside Temperature Display
on page 4-52.
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 or position, the air
conditioner is automatically turned on
and the outside air position is
automatically selected to defrost the
windshield. In the
or position, the
outside air position cannot be changed
to the recirculated air position.
A/C switch
Pressing the A/C switch while the AUTO
switch is turned on wi ll turn off the air
conditioner (cooling/dehumidifying
functions).
The on/off of the a ir 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).
Interior Features
Climate Control System
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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 (
WARNING
Do not use the position 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.
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 5-12.
Rear window defogger switch
Press the rear window defogger switch to
defrost the rear window.
Refer to Rear Window Defogger on page
4-86.
▼ 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 si de, 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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Climate Control System
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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 the engine 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 automatical ly turns on. The air
conditioner will directly dehumidify the
air to the front wi ndshield and side
windows on page 5-4.
Airflow amount will be increased.
WA R N I N G
Set the temperature control to the hot or
warm position when defogging (
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 windshie ld more quickly.
▼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
Interior Features
Climate Control System
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What is Mazda Connect ?
▼What is Mazda Connect ?
For vehicles with the following display type, refer to the following page because your
vehicle is equipped with Mazda Connect (Type B).
Refer to What is Mazda Connect ? 5-31.
This manual only indicates a part of the in
formation for Mazda Connect. For details, check
the Web owner's manual at the Mazda site for each country and region.

1. Radio
2. Bluetooth
® Audio/Hands-Free Call/SMS (Short Message Service)
3. USB Audio
4. USB port
*1/SD card slot*2
5. SD card (Navigation system)*
Interior Features
Mazda Connect (Mazda Connect (Type A))
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*1 The location of the USB slot differs depending on the specifications.
*2 The SD card slot is for the navigation system only. For vehicles with the navigationsystem, the SD card (Mazda genu ine) with stored map data is inserted into the SD card
slot and used.

Icon Function
Applications
Information such as average fuel economy, maintenance, and warnings can be verified.
Depending on the grade an d specification, the screen display may differ.
Entertainment
Operates audio such as the radio. The audi o source most recently used is displayed. An
audio source which cannot be used at that time is skipped and the previous audio source is
displayed.
To change the audio source, select the
icon displayed at th e bottom of the screen.
Communication
Bluetooth® related functions are available.
Navigation
Navigation screen is displayed (vehicles with navigation system).
If the SD card for the navigation system is no t inserted, the compass indicating the direc‐
tion in which the vehicle is moving is displayed.
The compass may not indicate the correct bearin g when the vehicle is stopped or traveling
at a slow speed.
Settings
Overall setting menu (Such as display, sound, Bluetooth® and Language).
Depending on the grade an d specification, the screen display may differ.
WA R N I N G
Always adjust Mazda Connect while the vehicle is stopped:
Do not adjust Mazda Connect with the 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.
Interior Features
Mazda Connect (Mazda Connect (Type A))
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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 selector lever:
Allowing the plug cord to beco me tangled with the selector lever is dangerous as it could
interfere with driving, resulting in an accident.
Do not adjust a mobile device or a similar product while driving the vehicle:
Adjusting a mobile device or a similar produc t while driving the vehicle is dangerous as it
could distract your attention from the vehi cle operation which could lead to a serious
accident. Always adjust a mobi le device or a similar product while the vehicle is stopped.
CAUTION
For the purposes of safe driving, adjust the au dio volume to a level that allows you to hear
sounds outside of the vehicle including car horns and particularly emergency vehicle sirens.
NOTE
Do not use Mazda Connect for a long time with the engine stopped. Otherwise, the battery
power could be depleted.
If a mobile phone or CB radio is used in or near the vehicle, it could cause noise to occur
from the audio system. However, this does not indicate a problem.
Interior Features
Mazda Connect (Mazda Connect (Type A))
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Mazda Connect Basic Operations
▼Mazda Connect Basic Operations
NOTE
The explanation of functions described in this
manual may differ from the actual operation,
and the shapes of screens and buttons and th e letters and characters displayed may also
differ from the actual appearance.
Additionally, depending on future software updates, the content may successively change
without notice.
▼ Touch Panel Operation
CAUTION
Do not press the screen strongly or press it wi
th a sharp-pointed object. Otherwise, the screen
could be damaged.
NOTE
For safety reasons, operation of the center disp lay is disabled while the vehicle is being
driven. However, items not displayed in gray can be operated using the commander switch
while the vehicle is being driven.

Touch & Tap
1. Touch or tap on the item indicated on the screen.
Interior Features
Mazda Connect (Mazda Connect (Type A))
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2. The operation is launched and the next item is displayed.
Slide (USB audio only)
1. Touch the setting item displaying a slider bar.
2. Touch the slider with your finger and move to the desired level.
Swipe
1. Touch the screen with your finger and move up or down.
2. Items which were not displayed can be displayed.
Return to previous screen
1. Touch the
.
Interior Features
Mazda Connect (Mazda Connect (Type A))
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