Mazda 3 Hatchback (2022 year). Manual in english — page 26

Fully Automatic Type

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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. Airflow 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

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Control Switches

AUTO switch

By pressing the AUTO switch the
following functions will be
automatically controlled in accordance
with the selected set temperature:

x

Airflow temperature

x

Amount of airflow

x

Selection of airflow mode

x

Outside/Recirculated air selection

x

Air conditioner operation

x

Seat warmer level selection

*

x

Heated steering wheel operation

*

NOTE

AUTO switch indicator light

x

When the AUTO switch indicator
light is on, it indicates auto
operation, and the system will
function automatically.

x

If any of the following switches are
operated while in auto control, the
AUTO switch indicator turns off.

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x

Mode selector switch

x

Fan control switch

x

Windshield defroster switch
The functions for switches other
than those operated continue to
operate in auto control.

Power switch (System On/Off)

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).

x

When the SYNC switch is on:
Turn the driver temperature control
dial to control the temperature
throughout the entire cabin.

x

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

x

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.

x

When you set the temperature to the
lower or upper limit, “Lo” or “Hi” is
displayed.

x

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 4-25.

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

x

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.

x

To set the air vent to

, press the

windshield defroster switch.

x

In the

position, the outside air

position is automatically selected.

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A/C switch

Pressing the A/C switch while the
AUTO switch is turned on will 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

x

The air conditioner operates when
the A/C switch is pressed while the
air conditioner is turned off.

x

The air conditioner may not function
when the outside temperature
approaches 0 °C (32 °F).

Air intake selector switch

Outside or recirculated air positions
can be selected. Press the switch to
select outside/recirculated air
positions.

Recirculated air position (

)

Outside air is shut off. Air within the
vehicle is recirculated. Use this
position when going through tunnels,
driving in congested traffic (high engine
exhaust areas), or when quick cooling
is desired.

Outside air position (

)

Outside air is allowed to enter the
cabin. Use this position for ventilation
or windshield defrosting.

WARNING

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.

NOTE

x

The recirculated air position is the
default position whenever the
ignition is switched ON, the climate
control system is on, and the outside
temperature exceeds about 73°F
(23

ႏ

).

x

To exit the default recirculated air
position, press the air intake selector
switch to select the outside air
position.

x

When the air intake selector switch is
set to the outside air position and
the outside temperature exceeds
about 73°F (23

ႏ

), the climate

control system may automatically
select the recirculated air position to
improve the efficiency of the climate
control system.

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 5-14.

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Rear window defogger switch

Press the rear window defogger switch
to defrost the rear window.
Refer to Rear Window Defogger on
page 4-68.

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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

x

Set the control dial to the
recommended temperature of 22 °C
(72 °F), and then adjust it as desired.

x

Setting the temperature to maximum
hot or cold will not provide the
desired temperature at a faster rate.

x

When selecting heat, the system will
restrict airflow until the engine has
warmed to prevent cold air from
blowing out of the vents.

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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
windshield and side windows on page
5-4.
Airflow amount will be increased.

WARNING

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

x

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 off.

x

Be careful that the windows do not
fog up when doing any of the
following:

x

Switching to recirculate mode

x

Turning off the air conditioner

x

Use the temperature control dial to
increase the air flow temperature
and defog the windshield more
quickly.

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Sunlight/Temperature Sensor

The climate control system measures
inside and outside temperatures,
humidity and sunlight using the
sunlight/temperature sensor. It sets
temperatures inside the cabin
accordingly.

CAUTION

Do not obstruct both sensors,
otherwise the climate control system
will not operate properly.

Sunlight sensor

1. Sunlight sensor

Interior temperature sensor

1. Interior temperature sensor

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What is Mazda Connect ?

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What is Mazda Connect ?

This manual only indicates a part of the information 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/USB Video
4. USB port

*1

/SD card slot

*2

5. SD card (Navigation system)

*

*

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

navigation system, the SD card (Mazda genuine) with stored map data is
inserted into the SD card slot and used.

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No.

Menu

Explanation

(1)

Information

Fuel Efficiency Monitor:

Monitor fuel efficiency in real time and view fuel efficiency history.

SiriusXM Travel Link

*

:

Access traffic information, weather, fuel prices, parking information
and sports scores.

Vehicle Status Monitor:

View important vehicle maintenance messages, information, and inter-
vals.

(2)

Entertainment

FM
AM
SiriusXM

*

Pandora

*

Bluetooth
USB1 Audio/USB2 Audio
USB1 Video/USB2 Video
Audio Off

(3)

Notifications

Displays text messages received by the mobile device paired to Mazda
Connect and notifications 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.

Menu

Explanation

(6)

Settings

You can change the settings for the Mazda Connect screen, sound set-
tings, and the vehicle functions.

In-Vehicle Displays:

Configures settings and content for all in-vehicle displays.

Sound Settings:

Configures the in-vehicle listening experience.

Safety Settings:

Configures safety and driver assistance features.

Vehicle Settings:

Configures vehicle convenience features.

Connectivity Settings:

Configures Bluetooth and other device connectivity settings.

System Settings:

Configures 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 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.
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 lever (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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Do not adjust a mobile device or a similar product while driving the vehicle:

Adjusting a mobile device or a similar product while driving the vehicle is dangerous
as it could distract your attention from the vehicle operation which could lead to a
serious accident. Always adjust a mobile device or a similar product while the
vehicle is stopped.

CAUTION

For the purposes of safe driving, adjust the audio volume to a level that allows you
to hear sounds outside of the vehicle including car horns and particularly emergency
vehicle sirens.

NOTE

x

Do not use Mazda Connect for a long time with the engine stopped. Otherwise,
the battery power could be depleted.

x

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.

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Mazda Connect Basic Operations

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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 the letters and characters
displayed may also differ from the actual appearance.
Additionally, depending on future software updates, the content may successively
change without notice.

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Commander Switch Operation

The commander switch can be used to switch 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 having 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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Item

Explanation

4

Volume knob:

Volume adjustment

Adjust the volume by turning the volume knob.
If you adjust the volume during voice guidance, the volume of the
voice guidance will change.
If you adjust the volume during a hands-free call, the conversation vol-
ume will change.
Press the volume knob to mute/pause the audio. Press the knob again
to resume.

Power off/on

Press and hold to turn off the Mazda Connect power and turn off the
screen.
Press and hold again to turn on the Mazda Connect power.

NOTE

If you press the volume knob to mute an audio source which can be
paused, such as Apple CarPlay™, USB audio, or Bluetooth

®

audio,

while it is playing, the song playback pauses. Press the volume knob
again to cancel the mute and the pause at the same time.

Selecting a radio station

Radio stations saved to your Favorites can be selected by sliding the
volume knob left (SEEK DOWN)/right (SEEK UP) while listening to
FM/AM/SiriusXM

®*

. The station will change each time you slide the

volume knob.
If you want to manually tune to the next available station before or af-
ter the currently selected station, slide and hold the volume knob left
(SEEK DOWN) or right (SEEK UP) until you hear a beep and the tuner
will select the next available station.

Playback Control

Music and video files can be cued when listening to stored content via
USB, Bluetooth

®

, and SiriusXM

®*

, audio, or video.

Slide the volume knob right to skip to the next track or slide it to the
left to go back to the previous track. You can also slide and hold the
volume knob to fast forward or rewind the track.

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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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Audio Remote Control Switch Operation

The audio remote control switch is on the left side of the steering wheel. You can
operate basic audio functions, pick up/hang up the phone, or activate voice
control using the switch.

The shape of the switches may differ depending on the specifications.

No.

Item

Explanation

1

Volume adjustment button:

Press the (+) or (-) button to adjust the volume.
If you adjust the volume during voice guidance, the volume of the
voice guidance will change.
If you adjust the volume during a hands-free call, the conversation vol-
ume will change.

2

(SEEK UP)

Seek Switch:

Selecting a radio station

Radio stations saved to your Favorites can be selected by pressing the
seek switch while listening to FM/AM radio. The station will change to
the previous or next favorite station each time you press the seek
switch. If you want to manually tune to the next available station be-
fore or after the currently selected station, press and hold the seek
switch until it beeps and the tuner will select the next available station.

Playback Control

Music and video files can be cued when listening to stored content via
USB, Bluetooth

®

, and SiriusXM

®*

, audio, or video.

Slide the volume knob right to skip to the next track or slide it to the
left to go back to the previous track. You can also slide and hold the
volume knob to fast forward or rewind the track.

(SEEK DOWN)

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No.

Item

Explanation

3

SOURCE

SOURCE button:

The audio source can be switched each time the button is pressed.
In addition, when the button is pressed and held, the current au-
dio source is muted and the audio source selection screen is displayed.

(During Apple CarPlay™ or Android Auto™ playback)

Press and hold the SOURCE button to mute the current audio source.

4

Hang-up button:

(During a call)

Press the button to end the call.

(While receiving a call)

Press the button to refuse a call.

5

Talk/Pick-up button:

(While receiving a call)

Press the button to answer the call.

6

Mute button:

Press the button to mute.
Press it again to cancel the mute.

NOTE

If you press the mute button to mute an audio source which can be
paused, such as Apple CarPlay™, USB audio, or Bluetooth

®

audio,

while it is playing, the song playback pauses. Press the mute button
again to cancel the mute and the pause at the same time.

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Operation Using Voice Recognition Function

The shape of the switches may differ depending on the specifications.

No.

Item

Explanation

1

Talk/Pick-up button:

When the button is pressed, the voice recognition top screen is dis-
played and the voice recognition is activated.

(While voice guidance is being announced)

Press the button to skip the voice guidance.

2

Hang-up button:

Press the button to end the voice recognition.

Voice recognition activation

When the talk/pick-up button on the audio remote control switch is pressed, top
screen of the voice recognition will be displayed.

NOTE

When an Apple CarPlay™ or Android Auto™ compatible device is connected, the
Mazda Connect voice recognition system is disabled to allow the use of Siri

®

or

Android Auto™ voice recognition at any time with the talk/pick-up button.

Commands usable at any time

“Help” - Can be used to check for usable voice commands.
“Back” - Returns to the previous screen. When a voice command is spoken while on
the telephone number input screen, the content that was previously input is deleted.
“Cancel”- The voice recognition is ended.

Ending voice recognition

Do any one of the following operations:

x

Press the hang-up button.

x

Press and hold the talk/Pick-up button.

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