air condition MAZDA CX5 2023 Owner's Manual

The height of the vehicle ahead is
low.
You drive your vehicle at the same
speed as the vehicle ahead.
Headlights are not turned on
during the night or when going
through a tunnel.
In the following cases, the Forward
Sensing Camera (FSC) may not be
able to detect target objects
correctly.
Under bad weather condition,
such as rain, fog and snow.
The window washer is being used
or the windshield wipers are not
used when it's raining.
Ice, fog , snow, frost, rainfall, dirt,
or foreign matter such as a plastic
bag is stuck on the windshield.
Trucks with low loading platforms
and vehicles with an extremely low
or high profile.
When driving next to walls with no
patterning (including fences and
longitudinally striped walls).
The taillights of the vehicle ahead
are turned off.
A vehicle is outside the
illumination range of the
headlights.
The vehicle is making a sharp turn,
or ascending or descending a steep
slope.
Entering or exiting a tunnel.Heavy luggage is loaded causing
the vehicle to tilt.
Strong light is shone at the front of
the vehicle (back light or
high-beam light from on-coming
vehicles).
There are many light emitters on
the vehicle ahead.
When the vehicle ahead is not
equipped with taillights or the
taillights are turned off at
nighttime.
Elongated luggage or cargo is
loaded onto installed roof rails and
covers the Forward Sensing
Camera (FSC).
Exhaust gas from the vehicle in
front, sand, snow, and water vapor
rising from manholes and grating,
and water splashed into the air.
When towing a malfunctioning
vehicle.
The vehicle is driven with tires
having significantly different wear.
The vehicle is driven on down
slopes or bumpy roads.
There are water puddles on the
road.
The surroundings are dark such as
during the night, early evening , or
early morning , or in a tunnel or
indoor parking lot.
The illumination brightness of the
headlights is reduced or the
headlight illumination is weakened
due to dirt or a deviated optical
axis.
The target object enters the blind
spot of the Forward Sensing
Camera (FSC).
A person or object bursts onto the
road from the shoulder or cuts
right in front of you.
You change lanes and approach a
vehicle ahead.
When driving extremely close to
the target object.
Tire chains or a temporary spare
tire is installed.
The vehicle ahead has a special
shape. For example, a vehicle
towing a trailer house or a boat, or
a vehicle carrier carrying a vehicle
with its front pointed rearward.
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If the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)
cannot operate normally due to rain,
backlight, or fog, the system
functions related to the Forward
Sensing Camera (FSC) are
temporarily stopped and the
following warning lights turn on.
However, this does not indicate a
malfunction.
High Beam Control System (HBC)
warning indication/warning light
(amber)
i-ACTIVSENSE warning indication/
warning light
If the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)
cannot operate normally due to high
temperatures, the system functions
related to the Forward Sensing
Camera (FSC) are temporarily
stopped and the following warning
lights turn on. However, this does
not indicate a malfunction. Cool
down the area around the Forward
Sensing Camera (FSC) such as by
turning on the air conditioner.
High Beam Control System (HBC)
warning indication/warning light
(amber)
i-ACTIVSENSE warning indication/
warning light
If the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)
detects that the windshield is dirty or
foggy, the system functions related to
the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)
are temporarily stopped and the
following warning lights turn on.
However, this does not indicate a
problem. Remove the dirt from the
windshield or press the defroster
switch and defog the windshield.
High Beam Control System (HBC)
warning indication/warning light
(amber)
i-ACTIVSENSE warning indication/
warning light
If there are recognizable cracks or
damage caused by flying gravel or
debris on the windshield, always
have the windshield replaced.
Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer
for replacement.
The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)
recognizes pedestrians when all of
the following conditions are met:
The height of a pedestrian is about
1 to 2 meters.
An outline such as the head, both
shoulders, or the legs can be
determined.
In the following cases, the Forward
Sensing Camera (FSC) may not be
able to detect target objects
correctly:
Multiple pedestrians are walking,
or there are groups of people.
A pedestrian is close to a separate
object.
A pedestrian is crouching , lying , or
slouching.
A pedestrian suddenly jumps into
the road right in front of the
vehicle.
A pedestrian opens an umbrella, or
is carrying large baggage or
articles.
A pedestrian is in a dark location
such as during the night, or blends
into the background by wearing
clothes matching the background
color.
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Front Radar Sensor*
▼Front Radar Sensor
Your vehicle is equipped with a front
radar sensor.
1. Front radar sensor

The following systems also use the
front radar sensor.
Distance & Speed Alert (DSA)Mazda Radar Cruise Control with
Stop & Go function (MRCC with
Stop & Go function)
Tra ffi c
Jam Assist (TJA)Smart Brake Support (SBS) forward
drive detection
The front radar sensor functions by
detecting the radio waves reflected off
a vehicle ahead or an obstruction sent
from the radar sensor.
CAUTION
Heed the following precautions to
assure correct operation of each
system.
 Do not apply a sticker (including a
transparent one) to the front radar
sensor cover or replace the front
radar sensor cover with a product
other than a genuine product.
The front radar sensor includes a
function for detecting soiling of the
radar sensor's front surface and
informing the driver, however,
depending on the conditions, it may
require time to detect or it may not
detect plastic shopping bags, ice or
snow. If this occurs, the system may
not operate correctly, therefore
always keep the front radar sensor
clean.
 If “Safety and Driver Support Systems
Temporarily Disabled. Front Radar
Obscured. Drive Safely” is displayed
on the multi-information display of
the instrument cluster, clean the area
around the front radar sensor.
 Do not install a grille guard.
 If the front part of the vehicle has
been damaged in a vehicle accident,
the position of the front radar sensor
may have moved. Stop the system
immediately and always have the
vehicle inspected at an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
 Do not use the front bumper to push
other vehicles or obstructions such
as when pulling out of a parking
space. Otherwise, the front radar
sensor could be hit and its position
deviated.
 For repairs, replacement or paint
work around the front radar sensor,
consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
 Always use tires for all wheels that
are of the specified size, and the
same manufacturer, brand, and tread
pattern. In addition, do not use tires
with significantly different wear
patterns on the same vehicle as the
system may not operate normally.
NOTE
If the battery power is weak, the
system may not operate correctly.
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Rear Side Radar Sensor*
▼Rear Side Radar Sensor
Your vehicle is equipped with rear side
radar sensor.
1. Rear side radar sensor

The following systems also use the rear
side radar sensor.
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)Rear Cross
Tra ffi c Alert (RCTA)Smart Brake Support (SBS) reverse
drive detection
Emergency Lane Keeping (ELK)
The rear side radar sensors emit radio
waves and detect the radio waves
reflected off a vehicle approaching
from the rear or an obstruction.
CAUTION
Heed the following precautions to
assure correct operation of each
system.
 Always keep the surface of the rear
bumper near the rear side radar
sensors clean so that they operate
normally. Also, do not apply items
such as stickers.
Refer to Exterior Care on page
6-43.
If the rear bumper receives a severe
impact, the system may no longer
operate normally. Stop the system
immediately and have the vehicle
inspected at an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
 Vehicles are shipped with the
direction of the rear side radar
sensor adjusted for each vehicle to a
loaded vehicle condition so that the
rear side radar sensor detect
approaching vehicles correctly. If the
direction of the rear side radar
sensor has deviated for some reason,
have the vehicle inspected at an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
 For repairs or replacement of the rear
side radar sensor, or bumper repairs,
paintwork, and replacement near the
radar sensors, consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
NOTE
The radar sensors are regulated by the
relevant radio wave laws of the country
in which the vehicle is driven. If the
vehicle is driven abroad, authorization
from the country in which the vehicle is
driven may be required.
When any of the following conditions
is met, the detection ability of the rear
side radar sensors may decrease and
each system may not operate normally.
Under bad weather conditions (rain,
fog , and snow).
The rear bumper around a rear side
radar sensor is deformed.
Foreign matter (such as ice, snow,
and mud) is adhering to the rear
bumper around a rear side radar
sensor.
The rear side radar sensors may not
detect the following target objects.
Small motorcycles
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Anything which generates ultrasonic waves such as another vehicle's horn, the
engine sound of a motorcycle, the air brake sound of a large-sized vehicle, or
another vehicle's sensors approaches the vehicle.
The vehicle is driven in heavy rain or in road conditions causing water-splash.A commercially-available fender pole or an antenna for a radio transmitter is
installed to the vehicle.
The vehicle is moving towards a tall or square curbstone, or a steep grade.An obstruction is too close to the sensor.The vehicle is moving towards an uneven wall or stairs.There are multiple obstructions.The vehicle is driven in a place with low ceilings.Obstructions under the bumper cannot be detected. Obstructions which are
lower than the sensor or thin may not be detected even though they were
detected once.
The following types of obstructions may not be detected:
Thin objects such as wire, rope or polesThings which absorb sonic waves easily such as cotton or snowAngular shaped objectsVery tall objects, and those which are wide at the topSmall, short objectsAlways have the system inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer if any shock is
applied to the bumpers, even in a minor accident. If the sensors are deviated, they
cannot detect obstructions.
The system may have a malfunction if a sound is not activated or the detection
indication is not displayed even when th e parking sensor OFF switch is pressed
and the parking sensor is operable. Have your vehicle inspected by an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
The system may have a malfunction if th e indicator light does not turn on even
when the parking sensor OFF switch is turned on. Have your vehicle inspected by
an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
The system may have a malfunction if a message indicating a system malfunction is
displayed. Have your vehicle inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
A message may be displayed even when the ambient temperature is extremely
cold, or mud, ice, or snow adheres to the sensor area. Remove any foreign matter
from the sensor area.
When installing a trailer hitch, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.If a Mazda genuine trailer hitch is used, th e rear side of the parking sensor system
is automatically turned off.
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5Interior Features
Use of various features for ride comfort, including air-
conditioning system and audio system.
Climate Control System............. 5-2 Operating Tips....................... 5-2
Vent Operation......................5-3
Manual Type..........................5-6
Fully Automatic Type............ 5-10
Mazda Connect...................... 5-15 What is Mazda Connect ?.....5-15
Mazda Connect Basic
Operations.......................... 5-19
Connected Service (If
applicable).......................... 5-36
Interior Equipment.................. 5-38Sunvisors............................. 5-38
Interior Lights...................... 5-39
Accessory Socket................. 5-41
USB Power Outlet
*............... 5-43
Wireless Charger (Qi)
*.......... 5-43
Cup Holder......................... 5-47
Bottle Holder.......................5-48
Assist Grips......................... 5-48
Rear Coat Hooks................. 5-49
Storage Compartments........ 5-49
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Operating Tips
▼Operating Tips
Operate the climate control system
with the engine running.
To prevent the battery from being
discharged, do not leave the fan
control switch on for a long period of
time with the ignition switched ON
when the engine is not running.
Clear all obstructions such as leaves,
snow and ice from the hood and the
air inlet in the cowl grille to improve
the system efficiency.
Use the climate control system to
defog the windows and dehumidify
the air.
The recirculate mode should be used
when driving through tunnels or
while in a
traffic jam, or when you
would like to shut off outside air for
quick cooling of the interior.
Use the outside air position for
ventilation or windshield defrosting.
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.
Run the air conditioner about 10
minutes at least once a month to
keep internal parts lubricated.
Have the air conditioner checked
before the weather gets hot. Lack of
refrigerant may make the air
conditioner less efficient.
The refrigerant specifications are
indicated on a label attached to the
inside of the engine compartment. If
the wrong type of refrigerant is used,
it could result in a serious
malfunction of the air conditioner.
Consult a professional, government certified repairer for the inspection
or repair because a special device is
required for the air conditioner
maintenance.
For details, consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
1. Label
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Ve n t O p e ra t i o n
▼Adjusting the Vents
Directing airflow
To adjust the direction of
airflow, move
the adjustment knob.
NOTE
When using the air conditioner
under humid ambient temperature
conditions, the system may blow fog
from the vents. This is not a sign of
trouble but a result of humid air
being suddenly cooled.
The air vents can be fully opened and
closed by operating the knob/dial.
Driver's Side Vents
Air vent open/close
1. Knob
2. Open
3. Close
NOTE
The figure indicates the air vent on the
left side of the instrument cluster. The
operation direction for the air vent on
the right side of the instrument cluster
is symmetrical with the air vent on the
left side.

Airflow direction adjustment
1. Knob

Passenger's Side Vents
Air vent open/close
1. Knob
2. Open
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Manual Type
▼Manual Type
1. A/C switch
2. Mode selector switch
3. Air intake selector switch
4. Fan control dial
5. Rear window defogger switch
6. Windshield defroster switch
7. Temperature control dial

▼Control Switches
Temperature control dial
This dial controls temperature. Turn it
clockwise for hot and
counterclockwise for cold.
MAX A/C
Fully turn the temperature control dial
counterclockwise for MAX A/C
(maximum cooling).
NOTE
When the mode is set to or with
the fan control dial in a position other
than 0 and the temperature control
dial in the MAX A/C position, the air
intake selector switches to the
recirculated air position and the A/C
turns on automatically.
If A/C is not desired, press the A/C
switch to turn it off.
Fan control dial
This dial allows variable fan speeds.
The fan has seven speeds.
Mode selector switches
The desired airflow mode can be
selected (page 5-4).
A/C switch
Press the A/C switch to turn the air
conditioner on. The indicator light on
the switch will illuminate when the fan
control dial is in any position except
OFF.

Press the switch once again to turn the
air conditioner off.
NOTE
The air conditioner may not function
when the outside temperature
approaches 0 °C (32 °F).
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Air intake selector switch
This switch controls the source of air
entering the vehicle.

Outside or recirculated air positions
can be selected. Press the switch to
select outside/recirculated air
positions.
Recirculated air position (indicator
light illuminated)
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 (indicator light
turned off)
Outside air is allowed to enter the
cabin. Use this position for ventilation
or windshield defrosting.
WARNING
Do not use the position (indicator
light turns on) in cold or rainy
weather:
Using the
position (indicator light
turns on) 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.
NOTE
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 ℃).
To exit the default recirculated air
position, press the air intake selector
switch to select the outside air
position.
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.
Windshield defroster switch
Press the switch to defrost the
windshield and front door windows.
Refer to Windshield Defrosting and
Defogging on page 5-8.
Rear window defogger switch
Press the rear window defogger switch
to defrost the rear window.
Refer to Rear Window Defogger on
page 4-59.
▼ Heating
1. Press the switch.
2. Set the air intake selector to the outside air position (indicator light
turns off).
3. Set the temperature control dial to
the hot position.
4. Set the fan control dial to the desired speed.
5. If dehumidified heating is desired, turn on the air conditioner.
NOTE
If the windshield fogs up easily, press
the
switch.If cooler air is desired at face level,
press the
switch and adjust the
temperature control dial to maintain
maximum comfort.
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