Mazda CX-9 (2019 year). Instruction - part 25

Operating Tips



Operate the climate control system with
the engine running.



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



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 (Front)

▼ 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

knob

close

open

close

open

knob

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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Front Air Conditioner

Climate control system information is displayed on the display.

AUTO switch

SYNC (synchronized 
temperature) switch

Passenger temperature 
control dial

Driver temperature 
control dial

Rear window 
defogger switch

Windshield defroster switch

Air intake selector

A/C switch

Power switch

Mode selector 
switch

Fan control 
switch

▼ 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.

Power switch (Fan On/Off)

The climate control system turns on or off
by pressing the power switch.

Temperature control dial

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



When the SYNC switch is on:
Turn the driver temperature control dial
to control the temperature throughout
the entire cabin.



When the SYNC switch is off:
Turn the driver or front passenger
temperature control dial to
independently control the temperature
on each side of the cabin.

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NOTE



The climate control system changes to
the individual operation mode (SYNC
switch indicator light turns off) by
turning the front passenger temperature
control dial even when the SYNC switch
is on, which allows individual control of
the set temperature for the driver and
front passenger.



When the temperature control dial is set
to the maximum or minimum, “Hi” or
“Lo” is indicated on the display.



The temperature units for the
temperature setting display can be
changed in conjunction with the
temperature units for the outside
temperature display.
(Instrument cluster Type A)
Refer to Outside Temperature Display
on page 4-19.
(Instrument cluster Type B)
Refer to Outside Temperature Display
on page 4-35.
(Instrument cluster Type C)
Refer to Outside Temperature Display
on page 4-49.

Fan control switch

The fan has 7 speeds. The selected speed
will be displayed.

Mode selector switch

The desired airflow mode can be selected
(page 5-6).

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.



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).

Air intake selector

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

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Recirculated air position (indicator light
turns on)

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
turns off)

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

WARNING

Do not recirculate the air in the cabin
during cold or rainy weather:
Recirculating the air in the cabin during
cold and 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.

SYNC (Synchronized Temperature)
switch

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

Interconnection mode (indicator light
turns on)

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

Individual operation mode (indicator
light turns off)

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

Windshield defroster switch

Press the switch to defrost the windshield
and front door windows.
Refer to Windshield Defrosting and
Defogging on page 5-10.

Rear window defogger switch

Press the rear window defogger switch to
defrost the rear window.
Refer to Rear Window Defogger on page
4-78.

▼ 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.
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 power
switch.

NOTE



Setting the temperature to maximum hot
or cold will not provide the desired
temperature at a faster rate.



When selecting heat, the system will
restrict airflow until it has warmed to
prevent cold air from blowing out of the
vents.

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▼ 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 5-6.
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/Interior 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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Vent Operation (Rear)

▼ Adjusting 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.

knob

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▼ Selecting the Airflow Mode

Dashboard Vents

Dashboard and Floor Vents

Floor Vents

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Rear Air Conditioner

Climate control system information is displayed on the display.

Mode selector switch

Airflow display

AUTO switch

Temperature setting display

REAR switch

Mode selector display  

Power switch

AUTO

SYNC

Temperature control 
switch

Fan control switch

▼ Control Switches

Rear switch

Press the rear switch to operate the rear air
conditioner.
The indicator illuminates to indicate that
the rear air conditioner is operating.

AUTO switch

By pressing the AUTO switch the
following functions will be automatically
controlled in accordance with the set
temperature:



Airflow temperature



Amount of airflow



Selection of airflow mode

Power switch

The rear climate control system turns on
or off by pressing the power switch.

Temperature control switch

This switch controls temperature. Press 
for hot and   for cold.

NOTE
When the temperature control switch is set
to the maximum or minimum, “Hi” or
“Lo” is indicated on the display.

Fan control switch

The fan has five speeds. The selected
speed will be displayed.

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Mode selector switch

The desired airflow mode can be selected.
Refer to Selecting the Airflow Mode on
page 5-12.

▼ Operation of Automatic Air

Conditioner

Operation from front seats

1. Turn the front air conditioner on.
2. Press the rear switch. The rear air

conditioner operates.

3. Selection of the airflow mode, airflow

amount and temperature will be
automatically controlled to the same
temperature setting as the front air
conditioner for the driver's side.

NOTE



If the AUTO switch is pressed while
the front A/C switch is off, the rear
air conditioner operates only to
circulate air.



Setting the temperature to the
maximum high or low will not
provide the desired temperature at a
faster rate.



When selecting heat, the system will
restrict airflow until it has warmed
to prevent cold air from blowing out
of the vents.



When the rear air conditioner is
controlled to the same temperature
setting as the front air conditioner
for the driver's side, “SYNC” is
displayed on the rear screen.



When operating the fan switch of the
front air conditioner while the rear
air conditioner is operating
automatically, the airflow amount of
the rear air conditioner may change.

Operation from rear seats

1. Turn the front air conditioner on.
2. Press the AUTO switch. The selection

of the airflow mode and airflow
amount will be automatically
controlled.

3. Use the temperature control switch to

set the desired temperature.

NOTE



If the AUTO switch is pressed while
the front A/C switch is off, the rear
air conditioner operates only to
circulate air.



Setting the temperature to the
maximum high or low will not
provide the desired temperature at a
faster rate.



When selecting heat, the system will
restrict airflow until it has warmed
to prevent cold air from blowing out
of the vents.



When the rear air conditioner is
operated automatically, “AUTO” is
displayed on the rear screen.



When the rear air conditioner is
controlled to the same temperature
setting as the front air conditioner
for the driver's side, “SYNC” is
displayed on the rear screen.

To turn off the system, press the Power
switch.

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Audio Control Switch

▼ Adjusting the Volume

To increase the volume, press up the
volume switch ( ).
To decrease the volume, press down the
volume switch ( ).

▼ Seek Switch

AM/FM radio

Press the seek switch ( ,  ). The radio
switches to the next/previous stored
station in the order that it was stored.
Press and hold the seek switch ( ,  ) to
seek all usable stations at a higher or lower
frequency whether programmed or not.
 

Radio stations which have been previously
stored in the favorite radio can be called
up by pressing the seek switch ( ,  )
while any radio station stored in the
favorite radio is being received. Radio
stations can be called up in the order they
were stored with each press of the switch
( ,  ).
 

USB Audio/Bluetooth

®

 Audio

Press the seek switch ( ) to skip forward
to the beginning of the next track.
Press the seek switch ( ) within a few
seconds after playback begins to track
down to the beginning of the previous
track.
Press the seek switch ( ) after a few
seconds have elapsed to start playback
from the beginning of the current track.
Press and hold the seek switch ( ,  ) to
continuously switch the tracks up or down.

Pandora

®

/Aha™/Stitcher™ Radio

Press the seek switch ( ) to skip forward
to the beginning of the next track.
Press and hold the seek switch ( ) to
evaluate the playback of the current song
as “Like”.
Press and hold the seek switch ( ) to
evaluate the playback of the current song
as “Dislike”.

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AUX/USB

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
(3.5 ) 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
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.

 

USB port

Auxiliary jack

①

How to use AUX mode..........page 5-35

②

How to use USB mode.......... page 5-36

③

How to use Apple CarPlay ....................
............................................... page 5-42

④

How to use Android Auto mode............
............................................... page 5-45

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 (3.5 ) 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.

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

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

 

USB port

Auxiliary jack

Some models.

Connecting a device

1. Open the console lid.
2. Connect the connector on the device to

the USB port.

Connecting with a connector cable

1. Open the console lid.
2. Connect the device plug/connector

cable to the auxiliary jack/USB port.
Pass the device plug/connector cable
through the notch in the console and
connect.

WARNING

Do not allow the connection plug cord to
get tangled with the selector lever:
Allowing the plug cord to become tangled
with the selector lever 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™.

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Antenna

▼ Type A

The antenna is embedded into the rear
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.

▼ Type B

Antenna

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Basic Operation Method

NOTE



The explanation of functions described in this manual may differ from the actual
operation, and the shapes of screens and buttons and the letters and characters displayed
may also differ from the actual appearance.
Additionally, depending on future software updates, the content may successively change
without notice.



For additional information regarding Mazda Connect, please refer to the following
Website.
http://infotainment.mazdahandsfree.com/

Audio Set has 3 different human interfaces.



Commander switch



Touch panel



Voice recognition with steering switch and microphone
Refer to Voice Recognition on page 5-74.

▼ Commander switch operation

NOTE
For safety reasons, some operations are disabled while the vehicle is being driven.

Volume dial operation

Volume dial

Press the volume dial to switch the audio MUTE on and off.
Turn the volume dial to adjust the volume. The volume increases by turning the dial
clockwise, and decreases by turning it counterclockwise.

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