Mazda 2006 MX-5, Owner'S Manual

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CAUTION
When using the air conditioner while
driving up long hills or in heavy traffic,
closely monitor the temperature gauge
(page 5-35).
The air conditioner may cause engine
overheating. If the gauge indicates
overheating, turn the air conditioner off
(page 7-19).
NOTE
l
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
mode, then turn the fan control dial
fully clockwise.
l
If warmer air is desired at floor level,
set the mode selector dial at the
or
position and adjust the
temperature control dial to maintain
maximum comfort.
l
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).
q
Ventilation
1. Set the mode selector dial to the or
position.
2. Set the air intake selector to the outside
air mode.
3. Set the temperature control dial to the
desired position.
4. Set the fan control dial to the desired
speed.
q
Windshield Defrosting and Defogging
1. Set the mode selector dial to the
position.
2. Set the temperature control dial to the
desired position.
3. Set the fan control dial to the desired
speed.
WARNING
Foggy Windshield:
Using the
position with the
temperature control set to the cold
position 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
position.
NOTE
l
For maximum defrosting, set the
temperature control dial to the
extreme hot position and turn the fan
control dial fully clockwise.
l
If warm air is desired at the floor, set
the mode selector dial to the
position.
l
In the , , or position, the air
conditioner is automatically turned
on (however, the indicator light does
not illuminate) and the outside air
mode is automatically selected to
defrost the windshield.
In the
or position, the outside
air mode cannot be changed to
therecirculated air mode.
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Interior Comfort
Climate Control System
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