Mazda 3 Hatchback (2018 year). Manual

Interior Features

Use of various features for ride comfort, including air-conditioning and
audio system.

Climate Control System....................5-2

Operating Tips.............................. 5-2
Vent Operation..............................5-3
Manual Climate Control............... 5-5
Automatic Climate Control.......... 5-9
Dual-Zone Automatic Climate
Control........................................5-12

Audio System................................... 5-16

Antenna.......................................5-16
Operating Tips for Audio
System........................................ 5-17
Audio set [Type A (non-
touchscreen)].............................. 5-26
Audio set [Type B
(touchscreen)]............................. 5-32
Audio Control Switch Operation

.....

.................................................... 5-53
AUX/USB mode.........................5-54

Bluetooth®....................................... 5-69

Bluetooth

®*

................................ 5-69

Bluetooth

Hands-Free (Type

.............................................. 5-94

Bluetooth

Hands-Free (Type

............................................ 5-101

Bluetooth

Audio (Type A)

.... 5-111

Bluetooth

Audio (Type B)

.... 5-114

Troubleshooting

...................... 5-125

Interior Equipment....................... 5-129

Sunvisors.................................. 5-129
Interior Lights...........................5-130
Accessory Sockets....................5-132
Cup Holder............................... 5-134
Bottle Holder............................5-135
Storage Compartments............. 5-136

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Operating Tips



Operate the climate control system with
the engine running.



To prevent the battery from being
discharged, do not leave the fan control
dial/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.

(With A/C switch)



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

▼ Adjusting the Vents

Directing airflow

To adjust the direction 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)

Side Vents

Open

Knob

Dial

Open

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 and the airflow amount may change depending on
the open or close status of the air vents.

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Manual Climate Control

Rear window defogger switch

Temperature control dial

Fan control dial

Mode selector dial

A/C switch

Air intake selector

(recirculated air
position)

Air intake selector

(outside air position)

With A/C switch

▼ Control Switches

Temperature control dial

This dial controls temperature. Turn it
clockwise for hot and counterclockwise
for cold.

NOTE
When the mode is set to or with the
fan control dial in a position other than 0
and the temperature control dial in the
maximum cold position, the air intake
selector switches to the recirculated air
position and the A/C turns on
automatically.
If A/C is not desired, press the A/C switch
to turn it off.

Fan control dial

This dial allows variable fan speeds.
The fan has seven speeds.

Mode selector dial

Turn the mode selector dial to select
airflow mode (page 5-4).

NOTE



The mode selector dial can be set at the
intermediate positions ( ) between each
mode. Set the dial to an intermediate
position if you want to split the airflow
between the two modes.



For example, when the mode selector
dial is at the   position between the
and   positions, airflow from the floor
vent is less than that of the   position.

A/C switch

Press the A/C switch to turn the air
conditioner on. The indicator light on the
switch will illuminate when the fan control
dial is in any position except OFF.

Press the switch once again to turn the air
conditioner off.

NOTE
The air conditioner may not function when
the outside temperature approaches 0 °C
(32 °F).

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Air intake selector

This switch controls the source of air
entering the vehicle.

Press the air intake selector switch to
alternate between the outside air and
recirculated air positions.

Recirculated air position (

)

Outside air is shut off. Air within the
vehicle is recirculated.

Outside air position (

)

Outside air is allowed to enter the cabin.
Use this mode for ventilation or
windshield defrosting.

WARNING

Do not use the recirculated air position in
cold or rainy weather:
Using the recirculated air position in cold or
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.

Rear window defogger switch

Press the rear window defogger switch to
defrost the rear window.
Refer to Rear Window Defogger on page
4-53.

▼ Heating

1. Set the mode selector dial to the

position.

2. Set the air intake selector to the outside

air 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).

▼ Cooling (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 by pressing

the A/C switch.

5. After cooling begins, adjust the fan

control dial and temperature control
dial as needed to maintain maximum
comfort.

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CAUTION

If the air conditioner is used while driving
up long hills or in heavy traffic, monitor the
high engine coolant temperature warning
light to see if it is illuminated or flashing
(page 4-23).
The air conditioner may cause engine
overheating. If the warning light is
illuminated or flashing, turn the air
conditioner off (page 7-20).

NOTE



When maximum cooling is desired, set
the temperature control dial to the
extreme cold position and set the air
intake selector to the recirculated air
position, then turn the fan control dial
fully clockwise.



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).

▼ Ventilation

1. Set the mode selector dial to the

position.

2. Set the air intake selector to the outside

air position.

3. Set the temperature control dial to the

desired position.

4. Set the fan control dial to the desired

speed.

▼ Windshield Defrosting and

Defogging

1. Set the mode selector dial to the

position.

2. Set the temperature control dial to the

desired position.

3. Set the fan control dial to the desired

speed.

4. If dehumidified heating is desired, turn

on the air conditioner.

WARNING

Do not defog the windshield using the
position with the temperature control set to
the cold position:
Using the

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. Set the temperature control to the
hot or warm position when using the
position.

NOTE



For maximum defrosting, turn on the air
conditioner, set the temperature control
dial to the extreme hot position, and turn
the fan control dial fully clockwise.



If warm air is desired at the floor, set the
mode selector dial to the position.



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.

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▼ Dehumidifying (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 outside

air 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 by pressing

the A/C switch.

NOTE
One of the functions of the air conditioner
is dehumidifying the air and, to use this
function, the temperature does not have to
be set to cold. Therefore, set the
temperature control dial to the desired
position (hot or cold) and turn on the air
conditioner when you want to dehumidify
the cabin air.

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Automatic Climate Control

Rear window defogger switch

Temperature control dial

Fan control dial

Mode selector dial

A/C switch

Air intake selector switch

▼ Control Switches

Temperature control dial

This dial controls temperature. Turn it
clockwise for hot and counterclockwise
for cold.

Fan control dial

The fan has seven speeds.

AUTO position

The amount of airflow will be
automatically controlled in accordance
with the set temperature.

Except AUTO position

The airflow amount can be adjusted to the
desired level by turning the dial.

0 position

To turn off the system, set the dial to 0
position.

Mode selector dial

Turn the mode selector dial to select
airflow mode (page 5-4).

AUTO position

The airflow mode automatically adjusts to
the selected temperature.

Except AUTO position

The desired airflow position can be
selected by turning the dial.

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.

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

When the fan control dial is ON, and the
mode selector dial is 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

The air conditioner (cooling/
dehumidifying functions) can be turned on
or off by pressing the switch while the fan
control dial is at a position other than 0.
The indicator light turns on while the air
conditioner is operating.

NOTE
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.

Recirculated air position (indicator light
illuminated)

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
turned off)

Outside air is allowed to enter the cabin.
Use this mode for ventilation or
windshield defrosting.

WARNING

Do not use the

position in cold or rainy

weather:
Using the

position in cold or 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.

Rear window defogger switch

Press the rear window defogger switch to
defrost the rear window.
Refer to Rear Window Defogger on page
4-53.

▼ Operation of Automatic Air

Conditioner

1. Set the mode selector dial to the

AUTO position.

2. Set the air intake selector to the outside

air position (indicator light turned off).

NOTE
If the recirculated air position is used
for long periods in cold weather or
high humidity, the windshield may fog
up more easily.

3. Set the fan control dial to the AUTO

position.

4. Press the A/C switch to operate the air

conditioner (turn indicator light on).

5. Set the temperature control dial to the

desired position.

6. To turn off the system, set the fan

control dial to the 0 position.

NOTE



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 it has warmed to
prevent cold air from blowing out of the
vents.

▼ Windshield Defrosting and

Defogging

Set the mode selector dial to the
position and turn the fan control dial to the
desired speed.
In this position, the outside air position is
automatically selected, and when the fan
control dial is ON, the air conditioner
automatically turns on. The air conditioner
will directly dehumidify the air to the front
windshield and side windows (page 5-4).
Airflow amount will be increased.

WARNING

Set the temperature control to the hot or
warm position when defogging (
position):
Using the

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 windshield more quickly.

▼ Sunlight/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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Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control

Climate control system information is displayed on the display.

Airflow display

Mode selector
display

A/C mode display

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

Temperature setting display (driver’s side)

Temperature setting display (Passenger’s side)

Air intake selector
(recirculated air position)

▼ 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.

OFF switch

Pressing the OFF switch shuts off the
climate control system.

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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 control 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 4-17.

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



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
conditioner (cooling/dehumidifying
functions).
The on/off of the air 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).

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Air intake selector

Outside or recirculated air positions can be
selected. Press the switch to select outside/
recirculated air positions.

Recirculated air position (

)

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 (

)

Outside air is allowed to enter the cabin.
Use this mode for ventilation or
windshield defrosting.

WARNING

Do not use the

position in cold or rainy

weather:
Using the

position in cold or 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.

DUAL switch

Use the DUAL switch to change the mode
between the individual operation (driver
and passenger) and interconnection
(simultaneous) modes.

Individual operation mode (indicator
light illuminated)

The set temperature can be controlled
individually for the driver and front
passenger.

Interconnection mode (indicator light
turned off)

The set temperature for the driver and
front passenger is controlled
simultaneously.

Windshield defroster switch

Press the switch to defrost the windshield
and front door windows.
Refer to Windshield Defrosting and
Defogging on page 5-15.

Rear window defogger switch

Press the rear window defogger switch to
defrost the rear window.
Refer to Rear Window Defogger on page
4-53.

▼ 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.
Press the DUAL switch or turn the
front passenger temperature control
dial to control the set temperature
individually for the driver and front
passenger.

To turn off the system, press the OFF
switch.

NOTE



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 it 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 automatically turns on. The air
conditioner will directly dehumidify the
air to the front windshield and side
windows on page 5-4.
Airflow amount will be increased.

WARNING

Set the temperature control to the hot or
warm position when defogging (
position):
Using the

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 windshield more quickly.

▼ Sunlight/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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Antenna

▼ Antenna (4-Door)

AM/FM Radio Antenna

The AM/FM radio antenna receives both
AM and FM signals.
The antenna is embedded into the window
glass.

CAUTION

When washing the inside of the window
which has an antenna, use a soft cloth
dampened in lukewarm water, gently
wiping the antenna lines.
Use of glass cleaning products could
damage the antenna.

Satellite Radio Antenna

The satellite radio antenna receives
SiriusXM signals.

Antenna

▼ Antenna (5-Door)

AM/FM Radio Antenna

The AM/FM radio antenna receives both
AM and FM signals.

(Type A)

To remove the antenna, turn it
counterclockwise.
To install the antenna, turn it clockwise.
Make sure the antenna is securely
installed.

Remove

Install

CAUTION

To prevent damage to the antenna,

remove it before entering a car wash
facility or passing beneath a low
overhead clearance.

Be careful around the antenna when

removing snow from the roof. Otherwise
the antenna could be damaged.

NOTE
When leaving your vehicle unattended, we
recommend that you remove the antenna
and store it inside the vehicle.

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