MAZDA MODEL CX-9 2021 Owners Manual

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.
Label
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Vent Operation (Front)
▼Adjusting the Vents
Directing airflow
To adjust the direc
tion 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 dial. (Side vents
only)
knob
close open
close openknob
Center Vents
Knob
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▼Selecting the Airflow Mode
Dashboard Vents
Dashboard and Floor Vents
Floor Vents Defroster and Floor Vents
Defroster Vents
NOTE
The location airflow exits the air vents an d the airflow amount may change depending on
the open or close status of the air vents.
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Front Air Conditioner
Climate control system information is displayed on the display.
AUTO switchSYNC (synchronized
temperature) switch
Passenger temperature
control dial
Driver temperature
control dial Rear window
defogger switch
Windshield defroster switch
Air intake selector
A/C switch
Power switch
Mode selector
switch
Fan control
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 are
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 continue to operate in
auto control.
Power switch (Fan On/Off)
The climate control system turns on or off
by pressing the power switch.
Temperature control dial
This dial controls temperature. Turn it
clockwise for hot and counterclockwise
for cold.
Turn the temperature c ontrol dial to adjust
the temperature between 15 °C (60 °F) and
29 °C (84 °F).
When the SYNC switch is on:
Turn the driver temperature control dial
to control the temperature throughout
the entire cabin.
When the SYNC switch is off:
Turn the driver or front passenger
temperature control dial to
independently control the temperature
on each side of the cabin.
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NOTE
The climate control system changes to
the individual operation mode (SYNC
switch indicator light turns off) by
turning the front passenger temperature
control dial even when the SYNC switch
is on, which allows individual control of
the set temperature for the driver and
front passenger.
When you set the temperature to the
lower or upper limit, “Lo” or “Hi” is
displayed.
The temperature units for the
temperature setting display can be
changed in conjunction with the
temperature units for the outside
temperature display.
(Instrument cluster Type A)
Refer to Outside Temperature Display
on page 4-18.
(Instrument cluster Type B)
Refer to Outside Temperature Display
on page 4-34.
(Instrument cluster Type C)
Refer to Outside Temperature Display
on page 4-48.
Fan control switch
The fan has 7 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 wi ll turn off the air
conditioner (cooling/dehumidifying
functions).
The on/off of the a ir conditioner switches
each time the A/C switch is pressed.
NOTE
The air conditioner operates when the
A/C switch is pressed while the air
conditioner is turned off.
The air conditioner may not function
when the outside temperature
approaches 0 °C (32 °F).
Air intake selector
Outside or recirculated air positions can be
selected. Press the switch to select outside/
recirculated air positions.
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Recirculated air position (indicator light
turns on)
Outside air is shut off. 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
turns off)
Outside air is allowe d to enter the cabin.
Use this mode for ventilation or
windshield defrosting.
WARNING
Do not recirculate the air in the cabin
during cold or rainy weather:
Recirculating the air in the cabin during
cold and 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.
SYNC (Synchronized Temperature)
switch
Use the SYNC switch to change the mode
between the individual operation (driver
and passenger) and interconnection
(simultaneous) modes.
Interconnection mode (indicator light
turns on)
The set temperature for the driver and
front passenger is controlled
simultaneously.
Individual operation mode (indicator
light turns off)
The set temperature can be controlled
individually for the driver and front
passenger.
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
4-82.
▼ Operation of Automatic Air
Conditioner
1. Press the AUTO switch. Selection of
the airflow mode, air intake selector
and amount of airflow will be
automatically controlled.
2. Use the temperature control dial to
select a desired temperature.
If you want to set the temperature on
the front passenger's side separately
from the driver's si de, turn the front
passenger temperature control dial to
switch the mode automatically to the
individual operation mode and set the
temperature for the front passenger's
side.
To turn off the system, press the power
switch.
NOTE
Set the control dial to the recommended
temperature of 22 °C (72 °F), and then
adjust it as desired.
Setting the temperature to maximum hot
or cold will not provide the desired
temperature at a faster rate.
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When selecting heat, the system will
restrict airflow until the engine has
warmed to prevent cold air from
blowing out of the vents.
▼Windshield Defrosting and
Defogging
Press the windshield
defroster switch.
In this position, the outside air position is
automatically selected, and the air
conditioner automatical ly turns on. The air
conditioner will directly dehumidify the
air to the front wi ndshield and side
windows on page 5-4.
Airflow amount will be increased.
WA R N I N G
Set the temperature control to the hot or
warm position when defogging (
position with the temperature
control set to the cold position is
dangerous as it will cause the outside of the
windshield to fog up. Your vision will be
hampered, which could lead to a serious
accident.
NOTE
Use the temperature control dial to
increase the air flow temperature and
defog the windshie ld more quickly.
▼Sunlight/Interior Temperature
Sensor
Sunlight sensor
Do not place objects on the sunlight
sensor. Otherwise, the interior temperature
may not adjust correctly.
Sunlight sensor
Interior temperature sensor
Do not cover the interior temperature
sensor. Otherwise, the interior temperature
may not adjust correctly.
Interior temperature sensor
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Vent Operation (Rear)
▼Adjusting the Vents
Directing airflow
You can direct air flow by moving the adjustment knob.
NOTE
When using the air conditioner, mist may come out from the vents. This is not a sign of
trouble but a result of humi
d air being suddenly cooled.
knob
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▼Selecting the Airflow Mode
Dashboard Vents
Dashboard and Floor Vents Floor Vents
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Rear Air Conditioner
Climate control system information is displayed on the display.
Mode selector switch
Airflow display
AUTO switchTemperature setting display
REAR switch
Mode selector display
Power switch
AU TO SYNC
Temperature control
switch
Fan control switch
▼Control Switches
Rear switch
Press the rear switch to operate the rear air
conditioner.
The indicator illuminates to indicate that
the rear air conditioner is operating.
AUTO switch
By pressing the AUTO switch the
following functions will be automatically
controlled in accordance with the set
temperature:
Airflow temperature
Amount of airflow
Selection of airflow mode
Power switch
The rear climate control system turns on
or off by pressing the power switch.
Temperature control switch
This switch controls
temperature. Press
for hot and for cold.
Operate the temperature control switch to
adjust the temperature between 15 °C
(60 °F) and 29 °C (84 °F).
NOTE
When the temperature control switch is set
to the maximum or minimum, “Hi” or
“Lo” is indicated on the display.
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