Get Interior Comfort -> Climate Control System Guide for Mazda Mx-5 SUV Second Generation (1998-2004)

Operating Tips

qOperating the Climate Control

System

Operate the climate control system with

the engine running.

NOTE

To prevent the battery from being

discharged, do not leave the fan control

dial on for a long period of time when

the engine is not running.

qClearing the Air Inlet

Clear all obstructions like leaves, snow

and ice from the hood and the air inlet in

the cowl grille to improve the system

efficiency.

qFoggy Windows

The windows may fog up easily in humid

weather. Use the climate control system to

defog the windows.

To help defog the windows, operate the

air conditioner to dehumidify the air.

qOutside/Recirculated Air Position

Use the outside air position in normal

conditions. The recirculated air position

should be used only when driving on

dusty roads or for quick cooling of the

interior.

qParking in Direct Sunlight

If the vehicle has been parked in direct

sunlight durin g hot weather, open the

windows to let warm air escape, then run

the climate control system.

qNot Using for a Long Period

Run the air conditioner about 10 minutes

at least once a month to keep internal

parts lubricated.

qCheck the Refrigerant before the

Weather Gets Hot

Have the air conditioner checked before

the weather gets hot. Lack of refrigerant

may make the air conditioner less

efficient. Consult an Authorized Mazda

Dealer for refrigerant inspection.

The air conditioner is filled with

HFC134a (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.

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Vent Operation

qAdjusting 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 humid air being suddenly cooled.

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qSelecting the Airflow Mode

Dashboard and Floor Vents Defroster Vents

Floor Vents

Dashboard Vents Defroster and Floor Vents

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Control Panel

A/C switch

Fan control dial

Rear window defroster switch

Temperature control dial Air intake selector Mode selector dial

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qControl Switches

Temperature control dial

HotCold

This dial controls temperature. Turn it

clockwise for hot and counterclockwise

for cold.

Fan control dial

This dial allows variable fan speeds.

0―Fan off

1―Low speed

2―Medium low speed

3―Medium high speed

4―High speed

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Mode selector dial

Turn the mode selector dial to select

airflow mode (page 6-4).

A/C switch

Push the switch to turn the air conditioner

on. The indicator light on the switch will

illuminate when the fan control dial is set

at position 1, 2, 3, or 4.

Push the switch once again to turn the air

conditioner off.

NOTE

The air conditioner may not function

when the outside temperat ure

approaches 0 °C (32 °F).

Air intake selector

This lever controls the source of air

entering the vehicle.

It is recommended that under normal

conditions the lever be kept in the outside

air position.

Outside air position (

)

Outside air is taken into the vehicle. Use

this position for normal ventilation and

heating.

Recirculated air position (

)

Outside air is shut off. Air within the

vehicle is recirculated.

This position can be used when driving on

a dusty road or in similar conditions. It

also helps to provide quicker cooling of

the interior.

WARNING

The Recirculated Air Position:

Using the

position in cold or

rainy weather will cause the windows

to fog up. Your vision will be

hampered, which could lead to a

serious accident. Do not use the

position in cold or rainy weather.

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Rear window defroster switch

When using the rear window defroster

switch, refer to Rear Window Defroster

(page 5-33).

qHeating

1. Set the mode selector dial to the

position.

2. Set the air intake selector to the

position.

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, set

the mode selector dial to the

position.

If cooler air is desired at face level,

set the mode selector dial at the

position and adjust the temperature

control dial to maintain maximum

comfort.

The air to the floor is warmer than

air to the face (except when the

temperature control dial is set at the

extreme hot or cold position).

qCooling (With Air Conditioner)

1. Set the mode selector dial to the

position.

2. Set the temperature control dial to the

cold position.

3. Set the fan control dial to the desired

speed.

4. Turn on the air conditioner.

5. Adjust the fan control dial and

temperature control dial to maintain

maximum comfort.

CAUTION

When using the air conditioner while

driving up long hills or in heavy traffic,

closely monitor the temperature gauge

(page 5-20).

The air conditioner may cause engine

overheating. If the gauge indicates

overheating, turn the air conditioner off.

NOTE

When maximum cooling is desired,

set the temperature control dial to the

extreme cold position and set the air

intake selector to the

position,

then set the fan control dial to

position 4.

If warmer air is desired at floor level,

set the mode selector dial at the

position and adjust the temperature

control dial to maintain maximum

comfort.

The air to the floor is warmer than

air to the face (except when the

temperature control dial is set at the

extreme hot or cold position).

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qVentilation

1. Set the mode selector dial to the

position.

2. Set the air intake selector to the

position.

3. Set the temperature control dial to the

desired position.

4. Set the fan control dial to the desired

speed.

qWindshield Defrosting and

Defogging

1. Set the mode selector dial to the

position.

2. Set the air intake selector to the

position.

3. Set the temperature control dial to the

desired position.

4. Set the fan control dial to the desired

speed.

WARNING

Foggy Windshield:

Using the

position with the

temperature control set to the cold

position will cause the outside of the

windshield to fog up. Your vision will

be hampered, which could lead to a

serious accident. Set the temperature

control to the hot or warm position

when using the

position.

NOTE

For maximum defrosting, set the

temperature control dial to the

extreme hot position and the fan

control dial to position 4.

If warm air is desired at the floor, set

the mode selector dial to the

position.

qDehumidifying (With Air

Conditioner)

Operate the air conditioner in cool or cold

weather to help defog the windshield and

side windows.

1. Set the mode selector dial to the

desired position.

2. Set the air intake selector to the

position.

3. Set the temperature control dial to the

desired position.

4. Set the fan control dial to the desired

speed.

5. Turn on the air conditioner.

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