air condition MAZDA MODEL 626 2002 Owners Manual

A Word to Mazda Owners
Form No. 8Q50-EA-01G
Thank you for choosing a Mazda. We at Mazda design and build vehicles with complete
customer satisfaction in mind.
To help ensure enjoyable and trouble-free operation of your Mazda, read this manual
carefully and follow its recommendations.
An Authorized Mazda Dealer knows your vehicle best. So when maintenance or service is
necessary, that's the place to go.
Our nationwide network of Mazda professionals is dedicated to providing you with the best
possible service.
We assure you that all of us at Mazda have an ongoing interest in your motoring pleasure
and in your full satisfaction with your Mazda product.
Mazda North American Operations©2001 Mazda North American Operations
Printed in U.S.A.
Important Notes About This Manual
Keep this manual in the glove box as a handy reference for the safe and enjoyable use of
your Mazda. Should you resell the vehicle, leave this manual with it for the next owner.
All specifications and descriptions are accurate at the time of printing. Because
improvement is a constant goal at Mazda, we reserve the right to make changes in
specifications at any time without notice and without obligation.
Air Conditioning and the Environment
Your Mazda's genuine air conditioner is filled with R134a, a refrigerant that has been
found not to damage the earth's ozone layer. If the air conditioner does not operate
properly, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Please be aware that this manual applies to all models, equipment and options. As a
result, you may find some explanations for equipment not installed on your vehicle.
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Table of Contents
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Your Vehicle at a Glance
Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda.
Essential Safety Equipment
Use of safety equipment, including seats, seat belt system, SRS air bags and
child-restraint systems.
Knowing Your Mazda
Explanation of basic operations and controls; opening/closing and adjustment
of various parts.
Before Driving Your Mazda
Important information about driving your Mazda.
Driving Your Mazda
Explanation of instruments and controls.
Interior Comfort
Use of various features for drive comfort, including air-conditioning and audio
system.
In Case of an Emergency
Helpful information on what to do in an emergency.
Maintenance and Care
How to keep your Mazda in top condition.
Customer Information
Important consumer information including warranties and add-on equipment.
Specifications
Technical information about your Mazda.
Index
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Before Driving Your Mazda
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Driving Tips
No special break-in is necessary, but a few
precautions in the first 1,000 km (600
miles) may add to the performance,
economy, and life of your Mazda.
•Don ’t race the engine.
• Don ’t maintain one constant speed for
long.
• Don ’t drive constantly at full-throttle or
high engine rpm for extended periods
of time.
• Avoid unnecessary hard stops.
• Avoid full-throttle starts. How you operate your Mazda determines
how far it will travel on a tank of fuel. Use
these suggestions to help save money on
fuel and repairs.
•
Avoid long warm-ups. Once the engine
runs smoothly, begin driving.
• Av o i d f a s t s t a r t s .
• Keep the engine tuned. Follow the
maintenance schedule (page 8-3)
and have an Authorized Mazda Dealer
perform inspections and servicing.
• Use the air conditioner only when
necessary.
• Slow down on rough roads.
• Keep the tires properly inflated.
• Don ’t carry unnecessary weight.
• Don ’t rest your foot on the brake pedal
while driving.
• Keep the wheels in correct alignment.
• Keep windows closed at high speeds.
• Slow down when driving in crosswinds
and headwinds.
Break-In PeriodMoney-Saving Suggestions
Coasting:Turning off the engine to coast down
a hill is dangerous. This causes the
loss of power steering and power
brake control. Any loss of steering or
braking control could cause an
accident. Never turn off the engine
and coast down a hill.
WARNING
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6Interior Comfort
Use of various features for drive comfort, including air-conditioning
and audio system.
Climate Control System .............................................................. 6- 2
Operating Tips ......................................................................... 6- 2
Vent Operation ......................................................................... 6- 3
Manual Type ............................................................................ 6- 6
Audio System ............................................................................... 6-11
Antenna ................................................................................... 6-11
Operating Tips for Audio System ............................................ 6-11
Audio Set ................................................................................. 6-19
Safety Certification .................................................................. 6-36
Interior Equipment ..................................................................... 6-37
Interior Lights .......................................................................... 6-37
Accessories .............................................................................. 6-38
Storage Compartments ............................................................ 6-41
Sunvisors ................................................................................. 6-44
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Climate Control System





Operating the Climate Control
System
Operate the climate control system with
the engine running.





Clearing the Air Inlet
Clear all obstructions like leaves, snow
and ice from the hood and the air inlet in
the cowling grille to improve the system
efficiency.





Foggy Windows
The windows may fog up easily in humid
weather. Use the climate control system to
defog the windows.
To help defog the windows, operate the
air conditioner to dehumidify the air.





Outside/Recirculated Air
Position
Use the outside air position in normal
conditions. The recirculated air position
can be used temporarily when driving on
dusty roads or for quick cooling of the
interior.





Parking in Direct Sunlight
If the vehicle has been parked in direct
sunlight during hot weather, open the
windows to let warm air escape, then run
the climate control system.





Not Using for a Long Period
Run the air conditioner at least once a
month to keep internal parts lubricated.





Check the Refrigerant before
Weather Gets Hot
Have the air conditioner checked before
the weather gets hot. Lack of refrigerant
may make the air conditioner less
efficient. Consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer for refrigerant inspection.
The optional air conditioner is filled with
R134a, a refrigerant that will not damage
the ozone layer.
If the air conditioner is low on refrigerant
or has a malfunction, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Operating Tips
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Interior Comfort
Climate Control System
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Adjusting the Vents
Directing airflow
You can direct air flow by moving the adjustment knobs and vents.
Adjusting the amount of airflow
These vents can be opened by rotating the vertical wheels up or closed by rotating them
down.
Ve n t O p e r a t i o n
NOTE
When using the air conditioner, mist may come out from the vents. This is not a sign of
trouble but a result of humid air being suddenly cooled.
Knob Vent
Open
Close
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Interior Comfort
Climate Control System
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Control Switches
Fan control dial
This dial allows variable fan speeds.
0—Fan off
1—Low speed
2—Medium low speed
3—Medium high speed
4—High speed Temperature control dial
This dial controls temperature of the air
coming through the system. Turn it
clockwise for hot (red) and
counterclockwise for cold (blue).
Manual Type
Fan control dial
Mode selector switch
Mode selector switch
Temperature control dial
Air conditioner switchAir intake selector switch
Hot
Cold
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Mode selector switch
Press the mode selector switch to select
airflow mode (page 6-4).
Air conditioner switch
Press the switch to turn the air conditioner
on. An indicator light on the switch will
illuminate when the fan switch is on.
Press the switch once again to turn the air
conditioner off.Air intake selector switch
This switch controls the source of air
entering the vehicle.
The switch should be kept in the outside
air position under normal conditions.
Press the switch to alternate between the
two positions. The indicator light
illuminates when the recirculated air
position is selected.
Outside air position
This position is automatically selected
when the ignition switch is turned to the
ON position.
Use it for normal ventilation and heating.
The indicator light is out when the outside
air position is selected.
Recirculated air position
This position recirculates air within the
vehicle. Don
’t use the recirculated air
position for long periods when the vehicle
is stopped.
The indicator light is on when the
recirculated air position is selected.
NOTE
The air conditioner may not function
when the outside temperature
approaches 0 ° C (32 °F).
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Heating
1. Set the mode selector switch to the
position.
2. Set the temperature control dial to the hot position.
3. Set the fan control dial to the desired speed.






Cooling (With Air Conditioner)
1. Set the mode selector switch to the
position.
2. Set the temperature control dial to the desired position.
3. Set the fan control dial to the desired speed.
4. Turn on the air conditioner.
The Recirculated Air Position: Using the recirculated air position in
cold weather will cause the glass to
fog up. Your vision will be hampered,
which could lead to a serious
accident. Do not use the recirculated
air position in cold weather.
WARNINGNOTE
• If the windshield fogs up easily, set
the mode selector switch to the
position.
• If cooler air is desired at face level,
set the mode selector switch at the
position 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).
• In the position, the outside air
is automatically selected.
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5. Adjust the fan control dial and temperature control dial to maintain
maximum comfort.




Ventilation
1. Set the mode selector switch to the
position.
2. Set the air intake selector switch to the outside air position (indicator light 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
When using the air conditioner while
driving up long hills or in heavy traffic,
closely monitor the temperature gauge
(page 5-21).
The air conditioner may cause engine
overheating. If the gauge indicates
overheating, turn the air conditioner
off.
NOTE
• When maximum cooling is desired,
set the temperature control dial to
the extreme cold position and set
the air intake selector switch to the
recirculated air position, then set the
fan control dial to the position 4.
• If warmer air is desired at floor
level, set the mode selector switch
at the position 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).
CAUTION
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