Interior Features; Climate Control System- Page 256

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Interior Features

Climate Control System

             Operating  Tips

y

 Operate the climate control system with 

the engine running.

y

 To prevent the battery from being 

discharged, do not leave the fan control 
dial on for a long period of time with the 
ignition switched ON when the engine is 
not running.

y

 Clear all obstructions such as leaves, 

snow and ice from the hood and the air 
inlet in the cowl grille to improve the 
system effi ciency.

y

 Use the climate control system to defog 

the windows and dehumidify the air.

y

 The recirculate mode should be used 

when driving through tunnels or while in 
a traffi c jam, or when you would like to 
shut off outside air for quick cooling of 
the interior.

y

 Use the outside air position for 

ventilation or windshield defrosting.

y

 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.

y

 Run the air conditioner about 10 minutes 

at least once a month to keep internal 
parts lubricated.

y

 Have the air conditioner checked before 

the weather gets hot. Lack of refrigerant 
may make the air conditioner less 
effi cient.

  The refrigerant specifi cations are 

indicated on a label attached to the 
inside of the engine compartment. Check 
the label before refi lling the refrigerant. 
If the wrong type of refrigerant is used, 
it could result in a serious malfunction 
of the air conditioner.

  For details, consult an Authorized 

Mazda Dealer.

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