Mazda Mazdaspeed3 5-Door Hatchback, Manual

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Mode selector switch
The desired airflow mode can be selected
(page 6-4).
NOTE
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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 a comparably lower
air temperature will flow through the
central, left and right vents.
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To set the air vent to , press the
windshield defroster switch.
l
In the or position, the air
conditioner is automatically turned on and
the outside air mode is automatically
selected to defrost the windshield. In the
or
position, the outside air mode
cannot be changed to the recirculated air
mode.
A/C switch
Pressing the A/C switch while the AUTO
switch is turned on will turn off the air
conditioning (cooling/dehumidifying
functions). The air conditioning can be
turned on and off by pressing the A/C
switch while the fan control dial is on.
NOTE
l
The air conditioning operates when the A/C
switch is pressed even if the fan is off.
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The air conditioner may not function when
the outside temperature approaches 0 °C
(32 °F). (Indicator light remains on even
when system is off.)
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 illuminated)
Use this position when going through
tunnels, driving in congested traffic (high
engine exhaust areas) or when quick
cooling is desired.
Outside air position (indicator light
turned off)
Use this position for normal conditions
and defogging.
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Interior Comfort
Climate Control System
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