light MAZDA MODEL 626 2001 Repair Manual

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CAUTION
!
•If you use a lighter, overheating
may occur when the lighter
doesn’ t pop out within 30
seconds.
• Don’ t use a lighter in the rear
accessory socket.
J94S5006 Rear Accessory Socket
The rear accessory socket is in the
center console box.
Cap slot, closedJ94S5016Cap slot, openedWhen placing an electrical device (e.g.
cellular phone) in the tray which is
connected with the rear accessory
socket, pass the plug cord through the
slot in the cap.

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Storage Compartments
WARNING
!
Open Storage Box:Driving with a storage box open is
dangerous. To reduce the
possibility of injury in an accident
or a sudden stop, keep the storage
boxes closed when driving.
CAUTION
!
In hot weather, don’ t leave
combustible materials or objects
which will deform in extreme heat
such as lighters and glasses in the
vehicle.
J94S5015_H Eyeglass Holder
(With sunroof)
To open, push the release catch.
J94S5009(Without sunroof)
To open, unlatch the release catch.

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Vanity Mirrors*Type A
Vanity mirrorJ94S5024
Cover
(Type A)
To use the vanity mirror, lower the
sunvisor and pull the mirror cover up.

Q067-1GE
Cover
Type B
J94S5025
Vanity mirror
(Type B)
To use the vanity mirror, lower the
sunvisor and pull the mirror cover up.
The vanity mirror light will come on
when you pull the cover up.
Climate Control System
Operating Tips
 Operating the climate control
system
Operate the climate control system
with the engine running.
 Foggy windows
The windows may fog up easily in
humid weather. Use the climate
control system to defrost the windows.

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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 weather gets hot. Lack of
refrigerant may make the air
conditioner less efficient. Consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer for
refrigerant inspection.

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Indicator light
J94AAC15Air 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.

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WARNING
!
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.
NOTE•Clear all snow and ice from the
hood and the air inlet in the
cowling grille to improve
heater and defroster efficiency
and to reduce the probability of
fogging on the inside of the
windshield.
• When using the and the
mode, select the outside
air position (indicator light off)
for maximum defogging of the
front windshield.
J94AAC17 Mode selector switch
Press the mode selector switch to
select airflow mode. (page 5-63)

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J94AAC14Air conditioner switch
(With air conditioner)*
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.
NOTEThe air conditioner may not
function when the outside
temperature is too cold.NOTE• 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.
J94S5125_aVentilation
1. Set the mode selector switch to the
position.
2. Set the air intake selector switch to the outside air position (indicator
light off).

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Driving Your Mazda5-703. Set the temperature control dial tothe desired position.
4. Set the fan control dial to the desired speed.
J94S5126Heating
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 hot position.
4. Set the fan control dial to the desired speed.
5. If dehumidified heating is desired, turn on the air conditioner.
NOTEIf the windshield fogs up easily, set
the mode selector switch to the
position.

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(25—30 miles)FM Station
FM Characteristics
An FM broadcast range is usually
about 40—50 km (25—30 miles) from
the source. Because of extra coding needed to
break the sound into two channels,
stereo FM has even less range than
monaural (nonstereo) FM.
FM
wave
FM wave100—200 km (60—120 miles)
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Ionosphere AM wave
Signals from an FM transmitter are
similar to beams of light because they
do not bend around corners, but they
do reflect. Unlike AM signals, FM
signals cannot travel beyond the
horizon. Therefore, FM stations cannot
be received at the great distances
possible with AM reception.

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Atmospheric conditions can also affect
FM reception. High humidity will
cause poor reception. However, cloudy
days may provide better reception than
clear days.
Direct
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Reflected
wave
Multipath noise
Since FM signals can be reflected by
obstructions, it is possible to receive
both the direct signal and the reflected
signal at the same time. This causes a
slight delay in reception and may be
heard as a broken sound or a distortion. This condition may also be
encountered when in close proximity
to the transmitter.