Mazda CX-3: Manual Type / Windshield Defrosting and Defogging

Mazda CX-3 (2015-2025) Owner's Manual / Interior Features / Climate Control System / Manual Type / Windshield Defrosting and Defogging

Set the mode selector dial to the position.
(Type B)
1. Set the air intake selector to the position.
Set the temperature control dial to the desired position.
Set the fan control dial to the desired speed.
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

(Type A)
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.
(Type B)
For maximum defrosting, turn on the air conditioner, 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.
(Type A)
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.

Ventilation

Set the mode selector dial to the position. (Type A)Set the air intake selector to the outside air position. (Type B) Set the air intake selector to the position...

Dehumidifying

Operate the air conditioner in cool or cold weather to help defog the windshield and side windows. Set the mode selector dial to the desired position...

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