display MAZDA MODEL 3 4-DOOR 2016 Service Manual

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When Driving
Rear View Monitor
Displayable Range on the Screen
The images on the screen may be different from the actual conditions.
(Screen display)
(Actual vie\f)
Object
Trunk lid (4-door)/
garnish (5-door)
Bumper
NOTE
 The displayable range varies depending on the vehicle and r
oad conditions. The displayable range is limited. Objects under the bumper or ar ound the bumper ends
cannot be displayed. The distance appearing in the displayed image is different from the actual distance
because the rear view parking camera is equipped with a specific lens. Some optionally installed vehicle accessories may be picked up by the ca\
mera. Do not
install any optional parts that can interfere with the camera view, such as illuminating
parts or parts made of reflective material.
 It may be difficult to see the display under the following condi tions, however, it does not
indicate a malfunction.
 In darkened areas. When the temperatur e around the lens is high/low. When the camera is wet such as on a rainy day or during periods of high \
humidity . When foreign material such as mud is stuck around the camera. When the camera lens reflects sunlight or headlight beams.
 Image display may be delayed if the temperatur e around the camera is low.
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Rear View Monitor
Viewing the Display
Guide lines which indicate the width of the vehicle (yellow) are displayed on the screen as a
reference to the approximate width of the vehicle in comparison to the w\
idth of the parking
space you are about to back into.
Use this display view for parking your vehicle in a parking space or gar\
age.
b
a
a) Vehicle width guide lines (yellow)
These guide lines serve as a reference to the approximate width of the v\
ehicle.
b) Distance guide lines.
These guide lines indicate the approximate distance to a point measured \
from the
vehicle's rear (from the end of the bumper).
The red and yellow lines indicate the points about 50 cm (19 in) for t\
he red line and 100
cm (39.3 in) for the yellow lines from the rear bumper (at the center\
point of each of the
lines).
CAUTION
The guide lines on the screen are fixed lines. They are not synced to the driver's turning
of the steering wheel. Always be careful and check the area to the vehicle's rear and the
surrounding area directly with your eyes while backing up.
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Rear View Monitor
Rear View Monitor Operation
The operation of the rear view monitor when reversing the vehicle varies\
depending on
the traffic, road, and vehicle conditions. The amount of steering and the timing also varies
depending on conditions, so confirm the surrounding conditions directly with your eyes and
steer the vehicle in accordance with the conditions.
Be well aware of the above cautions prior to using the rear view monitor.
NOTE
Images displayed on the monitor from the rear view parking camera are reversed images
(mirror images).
1. Shift the shift lever to R to switch the display to the rear view monitor display.
2. Confirming the surrounding conditions, reverse the vehicle.

(Display condition\
)(Vehicle condition\
)
3. After your vehicle begins entering the parking space, continue backing u\
p slowly so that
the distance between the vehicle width lines and the sides of the parkin\
g space on the left
and right are roughly equal.
4. Continue to adjust the steering wheel until the vehicle width guide line\
s are parallel to
the left and right sides of the parking space.
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5. Once they are parallel, straighten the wheels and back your vehicle slow\
ly into the
parking space. Continue checking the vehicle's surroundings and then sto\
p the vehicle
in the best possible position. (If the parking space has division lines\
, check whether the
vehicle width guide lines are parallel to them.)

(Display condition\
)(Vehicle condition\
)
6. When the shift lever is shifted from R to another shift lever p osition, the screen returns to
the previous display.
NOTE
Because there may be a difference between the displayed image, such as indicated below,
and the actual conditions when parking, always verify the safety at the \
rear of the vehicle
and the surrounding area directly with your eyes.
 In the image of the parking space (or garage) displayed below, even though the back end
and distance guide lines appear parallel in the monitor, they may not actually be parallel
on the ground.
 When parking in a space with a division line on only one side of the par\
king space, the
division line and the vehicle width guide line may appear parallel on th\
e monitor, but they
may not actually be parallel on the ground.

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When Driving
Rear View Monitor
Variance Between Actual Road Conditions and Displayed Image
Some variance occurs between the actual road and the displayed road. Suc\
h variance in
distance perspective could lead to an accident. Note the following conditions that may cause
a variance in distance perspective.
When the vehicle is tilted due to the weight of passengers and load
When the vehicle rear is lowered, the object displayed on the screen app\
ears farther than the
actual distance.
VarianceObject
When there is a steep grade behind the vehicle
When there is a steep upgrade (downgrade) behind the vehicle, the obje\
ct displayed on the
screen appears farther (downgrade: closer) than the actual distance.
Appears farther than
actual
distance
Appears
closer than
actual
distance
Object at actual
position
Object at actual position
Object on screen
A: Distance between the vehicle and object displayed on the screen.
B: Actual distance between the vehicle and object. Object on screen
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Three-dimensional object on vehicle rear
Because the distance guide lines are displayed based on a flat surface, the distance to the
three-dimensional object displayed on the screen is different from the actual distance.
A
A
C B
CB
(Actual distance) B>C=A
Sensed distance on screen A>B>C (Screen display)
(Actual condition)
Picture Quality Adjustment
WARNING
Always adjust the picture quality of the rear view monitor while the vehicle is stopped:
Do not adjust the picture quality of the rear view monitor while driving the vehicle.
Adjusting the picture quality of the rear view monitor such as brightness, contrast, color,
and tint while driving the vehicle is dangerous as it could distract your attention from the
vehicle operation which could lead to an accident.
Picture quality adjustment can be done while the shift lever is in reverse (R).
There are four settings which can be adjusted including, brightness, con\
trast, tint, and color.
When adjusting, pay sufficient attention to the vehicle surroundings.
1. Select the icon on the screen to display the tabs.
2. Select the desired tab item.
3. Adjust the brightness, contrast, tint, and color using the slider .
If you need to reset, press the reset button.
4. Select the icon on the screen to close the tab.
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Interior Features
Climate Control System
Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control
Climate control information is displayed on the display.
Airflow display
Temperature setting display (driver)
Mode selector
display
A/C mode display
Temperature setting display (passenger)
Air intake selector
(recirculated air
position)
Air intake selector
(outside air position)
Driver temperature control dial
AUTO switch
Mode selector switch
Fan control switch OFF switch
Windshield defroster switch
Rear window defogger switch
Passenger temperature
control dial
DUAL switch
A/C switch
Control Switches
AUTO switch
By pressing the AUTO switch the
following functions will be automatically
controlled in accordance with the selected
set temperature:
 Airflow temperature Amount of airflow Selection of airflow mode Outside/Recirculated air selection Air conditioner operation
NOTE
AUTO switch indicator light
 When on, it indicates auto operation,
and the system will function
automatically.
 If any of the following switches ar
e
operated while in auto control, the
AUTO switch indicator turns off.
 Mode selector switch Fan control switch Windshield defroster switch
The functions for switches other than
those operated in the above continue
to operate in auto control.
OFF switch
Pressing the OFF switch shuts off the
climate control system.
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Climate Control System
Temperature control dial
This dial controls temperature. Turn it
clockwise for hot and counterclockwise
for cold.
 When the DUAL switch is off:
Turn the driver temperature control dial
to control the temperature throughout
the entire cabin.
 When the DUAL switch is on:
Turn the driver or front passenger
temperature control dial to
independently control the temperature
on each side of the cabin.
NOTE
 The climate contr ol system changes to
the individual operation mode (DUAL
switch indicator light illuminated) by
turning the front passenger temperature
control dial even when the DUAL switch
is off, which allows individual control
of the set temperature for the driver and
front passenger.
 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 4-16.
Fan control switch
The fan has seven speeds. The selected
speed will be displayed.
Mode selector switch
The desired airflow mode can be selected
(page 5-4).
NOTE
 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.
 To set the air vent to , press the
windshield defroster switch. In the or position, the air
conditioner is automatically turned on
and the outside air position is
automatically selected to defrost the
windshield. In the
or position, the
outside air position cannot be changed
to the recirculated air position.
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 switch is on.
NOTE
 The air-conditioning operates when the
A/C switch is pressed even if the fan is
off.
 The air conditioner may not function
when the outside temperature
approaches 0 °C (32 °F).
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Interior Features
Audio System
 CDs bearing the logo shown in the
illustration can be played. No other discs
can be played.
 Use discs that have been legitimately
produced. If illegally-copied discs such
as pirated discs are used, the system may
not operate properly.
 Be sure never to touch the signal surface
when handling the CDs. Pick up a CD
by grasping the outer edge or the edge of
the hole and the outer edge.
 Do not stick paper or tape on the CD.
Avoid scratching the reverse side (the
side without a label). The disc may not
eject resulting in a malfunction.
 Dust, finger smudges, and dirt can
decrease the amount of light reflected
from the signal surface, thus affecting
sound quality. If the CD should become
soiled, gently wipe it with a soft cloth
from the center of the CD to the edge.
 Do not use record sprays, antistatic
agents, or household spray cleaners.
Volatile chemicals such as benzine and
thinner can also damage the surface of
the CD and must not be used. Anything
that can damage, warp, or fog plastic
should never be used to clean CDs.
 The CD player ejects the CD if the CD
is inserted upside down. Also dirty and/
or defective CDs may be ejected.
 Do not insert cleaning discs in the CD
player. Do not insert any disc with a peel-off
seal affixed to it. This unit may not be able to play certain
CD-R/CD-RWs made using a computer
or music CD recorder due to disc
characteristics, scratches, smudges, dirt,
etc., or due to dust or condensation on
the lens inside the unit.
 Storing CDs in the vehicle exposed to
direct sunlight or high temperature may
damage the CD-R/CD-RWs, and make
them unplayable.
 CD-R/CD-RW exceeding 700 MB
cannot be played. This unit may not be able to play certain
discs made using a computer due to the
application (writing software) setting
used. (For details, consult the store
where the application was purchased.)
 It is possible that certain text data, such
as titles, recorded on a CD-R/CD-RW
may not be displayed when musical data
(CD-DA) is playing.
 The period from when a CD-R W is
inserted to when it begins playing is
longer than a normal CD or CD-R.
 Completely read the instruction manual
and cautions for CD-R/CD-RWs. Do not use discs with cellophane tape
adhering, partially peeled off labels,
or adhesive material exuding from the
edges of the CD label. Also, do not use
discs with a commercially-available
CD-R label affixed. The disc may not
eject resulting in a malfunction.
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Audio System
Operating Tips for MP3
MP3 stands for MPEG Audio Layer 3,
which is standardized voice compression
established by the ISO
*1 working group
(MPEG).
Use of MP3 allows for audio data to be
compressed to approximately a tenth of
the source data size.
This unit plays files with the extension
(.mp3) as MP3 files.
*1 International Or ganization for
Standardization
CAUTION
Do not use an audio file extension on
files other than audio files. In addition,
do not change the audio file extension.
Otherwise, the unit will not recognize
the file correctly resulting in noise or a
malfunction.
NOTE
Supply of this product only conveys a
license for private, non-commercial
use and does not convey a license nor
imply any right to use this product in any
commercial (i.e. revenue-generating)
real time broadcasting (terrestrial,
satellite, cable and/or any other media),
broadcasting/streaming via the Internet,
intranets and/or other networks or in other
electronic content distribution systems,
such as pay-audio or audio-on-demand
applications. An independent license for
such use is required. For details, please
visit http://www.mp3licensing.com.
 This audio system handles MP3 files
that have been recorded on CD-R/CD-
RW/CD-ROMs.
 When naming an MP3 file, be sure to
add an MP3 file extension (.mp3) after
the file name.
 The number of characters which can be
displayed is restricted.
Operating Tips for WMA
WMA is short for Windows Media Audio
and is the audio compression format used
by Microsoft.
Audio data can be created and stored at a
higher compression ratio than MP3.
This unit plays files with the extension
(.wma) as WMA files.
*
Microsoft and Windows Media are
registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation U.S. in the United States
and other countries.
CAUTION
Do not use an audio file extension on
files other than audio files. In addition,
do not change the audio file extension.
Otherwise, the unit will not recognize
the file correctly resulting in noise or a
malfunction.
 WMA files written under specifications
other than the indicated specification
may not play normally or files or folder
names may not display correctly.
 The file extension may not be provided
depending on the computer operating
system, version, software, or settings. In
this case, add the file extension “.wma”
to the end of the file name, and then
write it to the disc.
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