Mazda 2009 RX-8 - Manual (Page 221)

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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 ( )
Use this position when going through
tunnels, driving in congested traffic (high
engine exhaust areas) or when quick
cooling is desired.
Outside air position ( )
Use this position for normal conditions
and defogging.
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.
Windshield defroster switch
Press the switch to defrost the windshield
and front door windows.
qOperation of Automatic Air
Conditioning
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.
Cold Hot
To turn off the system, press the OFF
switch.
NOTE
l Setting the temperature to maximum high
or low will not provide the desired
temperature at a faster rate.
l When selecting heat, the system will restrict
airflow until it has warmed to prevent cold
air from blowing out of the vents.
Interior Comfort
Climate Control System
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