Mazda CX-3: Before Using the Audio System / AUX/USB mode

Audio can be heard from the vehicle's speakers by connecting a commercially-available portable audio unit to the auxiliary jack.

A commercially-available, non-impedance stereo mini plug cable is required. Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer for details.

In addition, audio can be played from the vehicle audio device by connecting a USB device to the USB port.

NOTE

(Type B)

The SD card slot is for the navigation system. For vehicles with the navigation system, the SD card (Mazda genuine) with stored map data is inserted into the SD card slot and used.

Type A

Type B

WARNING

Do not adjust the portable audio unit or a similar product while driving the vehicle: Adjusting the portable audio unit or a similar product while driving the vehicle is dangerous as it could distract your attention from the vehicle operation which could lead to a serious accident. Always adjust the portable audio unit or a similar product while the vehicle is stopped.

CAUTION

Depending on the portable audio device, noise may occur when the device is connected to the vehicle accessory socket. (If noise occurs, do not use the accessory socket.)

NOTE

• This mode may not be usable depending on the portable audio device to be connected.
• Before using the auxiliary jack/USB port, refer to the instruction manual for the portable audio device.
• Use a commercially-available, non-impedance stereo mini plug for connecting the portable audio unit to the auxiliary jack. Before using the auxiliary jack, read the manufacturer's instructions for connecting a portable audio unit to the auxiliary jack.
• To prevent discharging of the battery, do not use the auxiliary input for long periods with the engine off or idling.
• When connecting a device to the auxiliary jack or USB port, noise may occur depending on the connected device. If the device is connected to the vehicle's accessory socket, the noise can be reduced by unplugging it from the accessory socket.

How to connect USB port/Auxiliary jack

Type A

Type B

Connecting a device

If there is a cover on the AUX jack or USB port, remove the cover.

Connect the connector on the device to the USB port.

Connecting with a connector cable

If there is a cover on the AUX jack or USB port, remove the cover.

Connect the device plug/connector cable to the auxiliary jack/USB port.

WARNING

Do not allow the connection plug cord to get tangled with the parking brake or the shift lever (manual transaxle)/selector lever (automatic transaxle): Allowing the plug cord to become tangled with the parking brake or the shift lever (manual transaxle)/selector lever (automatic transaxle) is dangerous as it could interfere with driving, resulting in an accident.

CAUTION

Do not place objects or apply force to the auxiliary jack/USB port with the plug connected.

NOTE

• Insert the plug into the auxiliary jack/USB port securely.
• Insert or pull out the plug with the plug perpendicular to the auxiliary jack/USB port hole.
• Insert or remove the plug by holding its base.
• (Vehicles with USB port indicated with

  Use the USB terminal indicated by the mark when using Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™.