MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page1 Monday, June 12 2006 12:55 AM Form No.
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MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page3 Monday, June 12 2006 12:55 AM Black plate (3,1) A Word to Mazda Owners Thank you for choosing a Mazda. We at Mazda design and build vehicles with complete customer satisfaction in mind. To help ensure enjoyable and trouble-free operation of your Mazda, read this manual carefully and follow its recommendations. An Authorized Mazda Dealer knows your vehicle best. So when maintenance or service is necessary, that's the place to go.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page4 Monday, June 12 2006 12:55 AM Black plate (4,1) How to Use This Manual We want to help you get the most driving pleasure from your vehicle. Your owner's manual, when read from cover to cover, can do that in many ways. Illustrations complement the words of the manual to best explain how to enjoy your Mazda. By reading your manual, you can find out about the features, important safety information, and driving under various road conditions.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page5 Monday, June 12 2006 12:55 AM Black plate (5,1) Table of Contents Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda. Essential Safety Equipment Use of safety equipment, including seats, seat belt system, child-restraint systems and SRS air bags. Knowing Your Mazda Explanation of basic operations and controls; opening/closing and adjustment of various parts. Before Driving Your Mazda Important information about driving your Mazda.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page6 Monday, June 12 2006 12:55 AM Form No.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page7 Monday, June 12 2006 12:55 AM 1 Black plate (7,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda. Dashboard and Interior Overview .............................................. 1-2 Exterior Overview ......................................................................... 1-4 1-1 Form No.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page8 Monday, June 12 2006 12:55 AM Black plate (8,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Dashboard and Interior Overview The equipment and installation position varies by model. 1-2 Form No.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page9 Monday, June 12 2006 12:55 AM Black plate (9,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Dashboard and Interior Overview Power door lock switch ..................................................................................... page 3-29 Outside mirror switch ........................................................................................ page 3-78 DSC OFF switch ...............................................................................................
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page10 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (10,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Exterior Overview The equipment and installation position varies by model. 1-4 Form No.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page11 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (11,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Exterior Overview Trunk lid ............................................................................................................ page 3-31 Rear window defroster ....................................................................................... page 5-56 Antenna .............................................................................................................
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page12 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM 1-6 Form No.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page13 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM 2 Black plate (13,1) Essential Safety Equipment Use of safety equipment, including seats, seat belt system, child-restraint systems and SRS air bags. Seats ............................................................................................... 2-2 Seats .......................................................................................... 2-2 Seat Belt Systems ......................................................................
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page14 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (14,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats Seats WARNING Do not modify or replace the front seats: Modifying or replacing the front seats such as replacing the upholstery or loosening any bolts is dangerous. The front seats contain air bag components essential to the supplemental restraint system. Such modifications could damage the supplemental restraint system and result in serious injury.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page15 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (15,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats Make sure the lever returns to its original position and the seat is locked in place by attempting to push it forward and backward. qSeat Recline WARNING Do not drive with the seats reclined: Sitting in a reclined position while the vehicle is moving is dangerous because you don't get the full protection from seat belts.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page16 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Essential Safety Equipment Seats CAUTION When returning a rear-reclined seatback to its upright position, make sure you hold onto the seatback with your other hand while operating the lever. If the seatback is not supported, it will flip forward suddenly and could cause injury. qSeat Warmer í The seats are electrically heated. The ignition switch must be in the ON position. Press the switch to turn the seat warmer on or off.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page17 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (17,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Seat Belt Precautions Seat belts help to decrease the possibility of severe injury during accidents and sudden stops. Mazda recommends that the driver and passenger always wear seat belts. All of the seat belt retractors are designed to keep the lap/shoulder belts out of the way when not in use.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page18 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (18,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems WARNING Do not operate a vehicle with a damaged seat belt: Using a damaged seat belt is dangerous. An accident could damage the belt webbing of the seat belt in use. A damaged seat belt cannot provide adequate protection in a collision. Have an Authorized Mazda Dealer inspect all seat belt systems in use during an accident before they are used again.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page19 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (19,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems qPregnant Women and Persons with Serious Medical Conditions Pregnant women should always wear seat belts. Ask your doctor for specific recommendations. The lap belt should be worn SNUGLY AND AS LOW AS POSSIBLE OVER THE HIPS. The shoulder belt should be worn across your shoulder properly, but never across the stomach area.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page20 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (20,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems 3. Insert the tongue into the buckle until you hear a click. Seat Belt WARNING Tongue Always wear the seat belt with it correctly routed in its guide: Wearing a seat belt without the seat belt routed in its guide is dangerous because the seat belt would not be able to provide adequate protection in an accident, which could result in serious injury.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page21 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (21,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems WARNING Positioning the Lap Portion of the Seat Belt: The lap portion of the seat belt worn too high is dangerous. In a collision, this would concentrate the impact force directly on the abdominal area, causing serious injury. Wear the lap portion of the belt snugly and as low as possible. qUnfastening the Seat Belt Depress the button on the buckle.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page22 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (22,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Seat Belt Pretensioner and Load Limiting Systems For optimum protection, the driver and passenger seat belts are equipped with pretensioner and load limiting systems. For both these systems to work properly you must wear the seat belt properly.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page23 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (23,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems WARNING Do not modify the components or wiring, or use electronic testing devices on the pretensioner system: Modifying the components or wiring of the pretensioner system, including the use of electronic testing devices is dangerous. You could accidentally activate it or make it inoperable which would prevent it from activating in an accident.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page24 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (24,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems A system malfunction is indicated if the warning light constantly flashes, constantly illuminates or does not illuminate at all when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. If either of these occur, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. The system may not work in an accident.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page25 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (25,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems WARNING Do not use an extender that is too long: Using an extender that is too long is dangerous. The seat belt will not fit properly. In an accident, the seat belt will not provide adequate protection and you could be seriously injured.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page26 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (26,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Driver seated/Passenger not seated The belt minder is a supplemental warning to the seat belt warning function. If the driver's seat belt is not fastened when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, the warning light/beep operates to give you further reminders according to the chart below.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page27 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (27,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint Child Restraint Precautions Mazda strongly urges the use of child-restraint systems for children small enough to use them. You are required by law to use a child-restraint system for children in the U.S. and Canada. Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirements regarding the safety of children riding in your vehicle.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page28 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (28,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint To reduce the chance of injuries caused by the deployment of the passenger air bag, there are two methods to deactivate the passenger air bag for a child's safety as follows ― however the surest way to avoid the passenger air bag not deploying is to use the key and turn off the passenger air bag and not rely on the passenger seat weight sensors, which will also detect other loads o
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page29 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (29,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint WARNING Use the correct size child-restraint system: For effective protection in vehicle accidents and sudden stops, a child must be properly restrained using a seat belt or child-restraint system depending on age and size. If not, the child could be seriously injured or even killed in an accident.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page30 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (30,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint WARNING Seating a child in a child-restraint system on the front passenger seat is dangerous: This vehicle is equipped with both a passenger seat weight sensor and a passenger air bag deactivation indicator light (page 2-37).
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page31 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (31,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint WARNING Always use a child-restraint system designed for use without a tether: Using a child-restraint system that requires a tether is dangerous. Your Mazda does not have a child-restraint tether. The child-restraint system cannot be properly secured. In a collision, it could move and injure other occupants as well as result in serious injuries or death to the child.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page32 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (32,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint Installing a ChildRestraint System The passenger lap/shoulder belt can easily be converted into the automatic locking mode, which must be done to hold the child-restraint system. Some child-restraint systems also employ specially designed LATCH attachments; refer to “LATCH Child-Restraint Systems” (page 2-23).
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page33 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (33,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint 4. Push the child-restraint system firmly into the vehicle seat. Be sure the belt retracts as snugly as possible. Clicking from the retractor will be heard during retraction if the system is in automatic locking mode. If the belt does not lock the seat down tight, repeat this step. 5.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page34 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint NOTE l Inspect this function before each use of the child-restraint system. You should not be able to pull the shoulder belt out of the retractor while the system is in the automatic locking mode. When you remove the child-restraint system, be sure the belt fully retracts to return the system to emergency locking mode before occupants use the seat belts.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page35 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (35,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint LATCH Child-Restraint System Your Mazda is equipped with LATCH lower anchors for attachment of specially designed LATCH child-restraint systems behind the passenger seat that slide through the passenger seat when it is in the fully rearward position.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page36 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (36,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint qLATCH Child-Restraint System Installation Procedure Before installing a child-restraint system, make sure the passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminated by using the key to turn the passenger air bag off. Refer to Passenger seat weight sensors on page 2-37. Refer to Passenger Air Bag Deactivation Switch on page 2-30. 1.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page37 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (37,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint WARNING Always make sure the passenger air bag deactivation indicator light is illuminated when using a rear-facing child-restraint system: Seating a child in a rear-facing childrestraint system that is installed on the passenger seat with the passenger air bag deactivation indicator light not illuminated is extremely dangerous.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page38 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (38,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Precautions The front and side supplemental restraint systems (SRS) include up to 4 air bags (verify “SRS AIRBAG” location indicator marks).
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page39 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (39,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags WARNING Seat belts must be worn in air bag equipped vehicles: Depending only on the air bags for protection during an accident is dangerous. Alone, air bags may not prevent serious injuries. The appropriate air bags can be expected to inflate only in the first collision with frontal, near frontal or side forces that are at least moderate.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page40 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (40,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags WARNING Do not sit too close to a front door or lean against doors in vehicles with side air bags: Sitting too close to the side air bag modules or placing hands on them is extremely dangerous. A side air bag inflates with great force and speed directly out of the outboard shoulder of the seat and expands along the door on the side the car is hit.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page41 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (41,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags WARNING Never install any front-end equipment to your vehicle: Installation of front-end equipment, such as frontal protection bar (kangaroo bar, bull bar, push bar, or other similar devices), snowplow, or winches, is dangerous. The air bag crash sensor system could be affected.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page42 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (42,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Passenger Air Bag Deactivation Switch WARNING Do not deactivate the passenger air bag unnecessarily: Unnecessary deactivation of the passenger air bag is dangerous. If turned off unnecessarily, the passenger will not receive the added protection of the air bag. Serious injuries or even death could occur.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page43 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (43,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags The air bag deactivation switch turns off the passenger front and side air bags and the also seat belt pretensioner system. Make sure the passenger air bag deactivation switch is in the ON position except when a passenger fitting the previous categories occupies the front passenger seat.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page44 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (44,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags In addition to using the key to deactivate the passenger front and side air bags and the also seat belt pretensioner system, the passenger front and side air bags and the also seat belt pretensioner system is also deactivated and the passenger air bag deactivation indicator light is illuminated automatically when the total seated weight on the passenger seat is less than 30 kg (66 lb)
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page45 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (45,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags 1. Insert the key into the passenger air bag deactivation switch and turn the key clockwise until the key points to OFF. 2. Remove the key. 3. Make sure the air bag deactivation indicator light remains illuminated when the ignition is in the ON position.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page46 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (46,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Supplemental Restraint System Components The supplemental restraint systems (SRS) have two basic subsystems: l The air bag system with inflators and air bags. l The electrical system with crash sensors and diagnostic module.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page47 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (47,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags qFront Air Bag System Components (1) (9) (8) (2) (5) (3) (7) (4) (6) (5) (1) Front dual stage inflators and air bags (2) Front crash sensor (3) Passenger air bag deactivation indicator light (page 2-37) (4) Crash sensor and diagnostic module (SAS unit) (5) Seat belt pretensioner and load limiting systems (page 2-10) (6) Passenger seat weight sensors (page 2-37) (7) Driver and pas
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page48 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (48,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags qSide Air Bag System Components í (4) (3) (2) (1) Crash sensor and diagnostic module (SAS unit) (2) Side crash sensors (3) Side inflators and air bags (4) Seats 2-36 í Some models. Form No.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page49 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (49,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags How the Air Bags Work qHow the Front Air Bags Work When air bag crash sensors detect a frontal impact of greater than moderate force, an electrical current is sent to the inflators. Gases are produced to inflate the front air bags and after the inflation, the front air bags quickly deflate. The front air bags will function only once.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page50 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (50,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Passenger seat weight sensors Your vehicle is also equipped with the passenger air bag deactivation indicator light. The deactivation indicator light illuminates when the key is used to turn the passenger air bag off or the automatic function operates based on the passenger seat weight sensors. These sensors are located under both of the passenger seat rails.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page51 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (51,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags If the passenger weight sensors are working properly, the indicator light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. After about 6 seconds it goes out.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page52 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (52,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags WARNING Do not increase the total seated weight on the front passenger seat: When an infant or small child sits on the passenger seat, increasing the total seated weight on the passenger seat from the total seated weight of approximately 30 kg (66 lb) is dangerous.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page53 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (53,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags NOTE l The system requires about 10 seconds to alternate between turning the passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner system on or off. l The passenger air bag deactivation indicator light may illuminate repeatedly if luggage or other items are put on the passenger seat, or if the temperature of the vehicle's interior changes suddenly.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page54 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (54,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags qAir Bag Activation/Deactivation NOTE If the passenger seat weight sensors detect a total seated weight on the passenger seat is less than approximately 42 kg (93 lb), the passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner may not deploy (page 2-37). Front air bag activation l Frontal impact within about a 30 degree range from head-on to the vehicle.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page55 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (55,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags l Frontal offset impact to the vehicle may not provide the stopping force necessary for air bag deployment. l Vehicle roll-over, may deploy the side air bags but not the front air bags. Side air bag activation í l Rear-ending or running under a truck's tail gate may not provide the stopping force necessary for air bag deployment.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page56 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (56,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags l Side impacts involving trees or poles can cause severe cosmetic damage but may not have enough impact force to activate the side air bags. l Vehicle roll-over may not provide enough side force to deploy the side air bags. l Collision from the front, but it may deploy the front air bags.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page57 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (57,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags qAir Bag/Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Light If the air bag/seat belt pretensioner system is working properly, the warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position or after the engine is cranked. The warning light turns off after a specified period of time.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page58 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (58,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags WARNING Do not operate a vehicle with damaged air bag/seat belt pretensioner system components: Expended or damaged air bag/seat belt pretensioner system components must be replaced after any collision which caused them to deploy or damage them. Only a trained Authorized Mazda Dealer can fully evaluate these systems to see that they will work in any subsequent accident.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page59 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM 3 Black plate (59,1) Knowing Your Mazda Explanation of basic operations and controls; opening/closing and adjustment of various parts. Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System ................................ 3-2 Advanced Keys í ...................................................................... 3-2 Operation Using Advanced Keyless Functions ......................... 3-7 Operation Using Advanced Key Functions .............................
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page60 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (60,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System Advanced Keys í The advanced keyless functions (advanced keyless entry and start system) enables the following operations while the advanced key is being carried (page 3-7). l Locking/unlocking the doors, and opening the trunk lid, without operating the key. l Starting the engine without operating the key.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page61 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (61,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System NOTE l The driver must carry the advanced key to ensure the system functions properly. l Refer to Immobilizer System (page 3-70) for information regarding keys and engine starting. l (With theft-deterrent system) Refer to Theft-Deterrent System (page 3-76) for information regarding keys and the prevention of vehicle and vehicle contents theft.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page62 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (62,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System CAUTION l Because the advanced key uses low-intensity radio waves, it may not function correctly under the following conditions: l l l l l l The advanced key is carried with communication devices such as cellular phones. The advanced key contacts or is covered by a metal object. The advanced key is near electronic devices such as personal computers.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page63 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (63,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System qAdvanced Key Maintenance CAUTION l Make sure the battery is installed with the correct pole facing upward. Battery leakage could occur if it is not installed correctly. l When replacing the battery, be careful not to bend the electrical terminals or get oil on them. Also be careful not to get dirt in the transmitter as it could be damaged.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page64 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (64,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System qService 3. Insert a flathead screwdriver into the crack and press the battery out. If you have a problem with the advanced keyless functions, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page65 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (65,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System Operation Using Advanced Keyless Functions qOperational Range Opening the trunk lid The operational range for opening the trunk lid is an area of up to 80 cm (2.6 ft) from the center of the trunk lid. The system operates only when the driver is in the vehicle or within operational range while the advanced key is being carried.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page66 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (66,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System NOTE l The trunk is out of the operational range, however, starting the engine may be possible.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page67 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (67,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System NOTE (Without theft-deterrent system) The hazard warning lights will flash twice to indicate that the doors are unlocked. (With theft-deterrent system) l The hazard warning lights will not flash. l The hazard warning lights only flash when the theft deterrent system is armed or turned off, refer to the theft-deterrent system (page 3-76).
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page68 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (68,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System qOpening the Trunk Lid with Request Switch qStarting the Engine The trunk lid can be opened by pressing the request switch on the under side of the trunk lid above the license plate while the advanced key is being carried. Without a traditional key, some of the ignition switch functions are different.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page69 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (69,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System NOTE l If turning the ignition switch is difficult, jiggle the steering wheel from side to side. l (Automatic transmission) The ignition switch cannot be turned from the ACC position to the LOCK position when the shift lever is not in P. START The engine is started in this position.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page70 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (70,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System 1. Make sure the advanced key is being carried. 2. Occupants should fasten their seat belts. 7. Verify that the KEY indicator light (green) illuminates in the instrument cluster. The KEY warning light (red) means you cannot continue to start the engine (page 3-21). 3. Make sure the parking brake is on. 4. Depress the brake pedal. 5.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page71 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (71,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System 8. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC position while pushing the start knob in. Turning off the engine 1. Shift the shift lever to the P position (Automatic transmission). 2. Turn the ignition switch from the ON position to the ACC position. NOTE 9.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page72 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (72,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System NOTE l l When turning the ignition switch to the LOCK position, the ignition switch has to be pushed in from the ACC position and turned. Without being pushed in, the ignition switch stops at the ACC position and the vehicle battery may be discharged if the ignition switch is left in the ACC position.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page73 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (73,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System The operation indicator light flashes when the buttons are pressed. Transmitter Lock button Panic button Unlock button Trunk button Lock button To lock the doors, press the lock button. A beep sound will be heard once and the hazard warning lights will flash once. To confirm that both doors have been locked, press the lock button again within 5 seconds.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page74 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (74,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System To unlock both doors , press the unlock button again within 3 seconds and two more beep sounds will be heard. NOTE (Without theft-deterrent system) The hazard warning lights will flash twice to indicate that both doors are unlocked. (With theft-deterrent system) l The hazard warning lights will not flash.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page75 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (75,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System qAuxiliary Key Function Use the auxiliary key stored in the advanced key in the event of a dead transmitter battery or malfunction. Removing the auxiliary key Pull out the auxiliary key from the advanced key.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page76 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (76,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System Warning and Beep Sounds qSystem Malfunction Warning Beep If any malfunction occurs in the advanced keyless function, the KEY warning light (red) in the instrument cluster illuminates continuously and beep sounds will be heard. CAUTION If the KEY warning light (red) remains illuminated, do not continue to drive the vehicle with the advanced keyless function.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page77 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (77,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System qRequest Switch Inoperable Warning Beep Under the following conditions, if the request switch for a front door is pressed while the advanced key is being carried, a beep will be heard 6 times to indicate that the front doors cannot be locked. l A door is open (door ajar included). l The start knob has not been returned to the LOCK position.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page78 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (78,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System Setting Change (Function Customization) The following function settings are possible. These settings can only be changed by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Setting Advanced key battery dead indicator Lock/unlock operation confirmation beep sound*1 Autolock function Function KEY indicator light (green) flashes to indicate that the advanced key battery power is low.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page79 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (79,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System When Warning Indicator/Beep is Activated Under the following conditions, warning beeps are heard and a warning/indicator light in the instrument cluster illuminates to notify the driver of improper operation of the advanced key to prevent theft of the vehicle (page 3-18). Warning When a door is open, a continuous beep sound will be heard.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page80 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (80,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Keys (without Advanced Key) Without keyless entry system WARNING Do not leave the keys in your vehicle with children and keep them in a place where your children will not find or play with them: Leaving children in a vehicle with the key is dangerous. This could result in someone being badly injured or even killed. These new kinds of keys are fascinating to children.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page81 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (81,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Key extend/retract method (Retractable type key) To extend the key, press the release button. Keyless Entry System (with Retractable Type Key) í This system remotely locks and unlocks the doors, and opens the power windows. It can also help you signal for attention. Press the buttons slowly and carefully.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page82 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (82,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks NOTE l The keyless entry system is designed to operate up to about 2.5 m (8 ft) from the center of the vehicle, but this may vary due to local conditions. l The system doesn't operate when the key is in the ignition switch. l Doors cannot be locked by pressing the lock button while any other door is open. Also, the hazard warning lights will not flash.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page83 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (83,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks The operation indicator light flashes when the buttons are pressed. Lock button To lock the doors, press the lock button and the hazard warning lights will flash once. To confirm that both doors have been locked, press the lock button again within 5 seconds. If they are closed and locked, the horn will sound.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page84 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (84,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Panic button If you witness from a distance someone attempting to break into or damage your vehicle, pressing the panic button will activate the vehicle's alarm. NOTE CAUTION l Install the battery with the positive pole ( ) facing down. Battery leakage could occur if it is not installed correctly.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page85 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (85,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 2. Insert a screwdriver into the slot and push the tab to remove the key from the transmitter. 5. Put in the new battery (CR1620 or equivalent) with the positive pole ( facing down. ) Tab 3. Insert a screwdriver into the slot and gently pry open the transmitter. 6. Align the front and back covers and snap the transmitter shut. 7. Install the key to the transmitter.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page86 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (86,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Door Locks WARNING Always take all children and pets with you or leave a responsible person with them: Leaving a child or a pet unattended in a parked vehicle is dangerous. In hot weather, temperatures inside a vehicle can become high enough to cause brain damage or even death. qLocking, Unlocking with Key Either door can be locked/unlocked with the key.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page87 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (87,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qLocking, Unlocking with DoorLock Knob To lock any door from the inside, push the door-lock knob. To unlock, pull it out. This does not operate the other door locks. NOTE l (With advanced key) The driver's door cannot be locked using the door-lock knob from the outside.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page88 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (88,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Locking, unlocking with key Both doors lock automatically when the driver's door is locked with the key. Both doors unlock when the driver's door is unlocked and the key is held in the unlock position for one second or longer. Locking, unlocking with door-lock switch Both doors lock automatically when LOCK is pushed.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page89 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (89,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Trunk Lid WARNING Never allow a person to ride in the trunk: Allowing a person to ride in the trunk is dangerous. In addition, the person in the trunk could be seriously injured or killed during sudden braking or a collision. Keep the trunk closed when driving: Exhaust gas entering the cabin of a vehicle through an open trunk is dangerous.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page90 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (90,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Opening the trunk lid with the key Insert the key into the slot and turn it clockwise. Opening the trunk lid with the remote release button Push the release button.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page91 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (91,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks The switch is mounted inside the trunk. OFF position To open the trunk lid when the switch is in the OFF position, open the trunk with the key. ON position With advanced key With the switch in the ON position, the remote trunk lid release button can be operated. With the switch in the OFF position, the remote release button cannot be operated.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page92 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (92,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Inside Trunk Release Lever Your vehicle is equipped with an inside trunk release lever that provides a means of escape for children and adults in the event they become locked inside the trunk. No matter how careful adults might be with keys and locking their cars, parents should be aware that children may be tempted to play around vehicles and use the trunk as a hiding place.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page93 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (93,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qOpening the Trunk Lid from the Inside Slide the inside trunk release lever in the direction of the arrow. The lever is made of material that will glow for hours in the darkness of the trunk following a brief exposure to ambient light. The inside trunk release lever is located on the inside of the trunk end trim.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page94 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (94,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qOperating the Power Windows (Type A) qOperating the Driver's Side Power Window (Type B) Manual opening/closing Manual opening/closing To open the window to the desired position, lightly hold down the switch. To close the window to the desired position, lightly pull up the switch. To open the window to the desired position, lightly hold down the switch.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page95 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (95,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qOperating the Passenger Power Window (Type B) To open the window to the desired position, hold down the switch. To close the window to the desired position, pull up the switch. Close Open Auto-Opening Because nobody likes getting into a very hot car, we have introduced a way to get a head start on cooling it, even before you put your seat belts on and insert your key in the ignition.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page96 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (96,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Retractable type key Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap Lock button Unlock button Panic button Trunk button To stop this operation, press the unlock button. NOTE The window opening operation also can be stopped by pressing the lock button, panic button or trunk button. However, pressing these buttons will operate their functions.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page97 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (97,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qFuel-Filler Lid qFuel-Filler Cap The remote fuel-filler lid release is mounted in the seat side box. To open the seat side box, unlock it and pull the release catch. To remove the filler cap, turn it counterclockwise. To close the filler cap, turn it clockwise until it clicks. Close Open To open the fuel-filler lid, pull on the remote fuel-filler lid release.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page98 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (98,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Hood WARNING 3. Grasp the support rod in the padded area and secure it in the stay hole indicated by the arrow to hold the hood open. Always check that the hood is closed and securely locked: A hood that is not closed and securely locked is dangerous as it could fly open while the vehicle is moving and block the driver's vision which could result in a serious accident.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page99 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (99,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Convertible Top (Soft Top) í Windshield header Top latch assembly Top storage area Label (The label indicates the position where convertible top is to be held when lowering or raising it.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page100 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (100,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks l l l Before lowering or raising the convertible top, stop in a safe place off the right-of-way and park on a level surface. qLowering the Convertible Top Make sure nothing is on the convertible top or near the back window when raising or lowering the convertible top. Even small objects may interfere and cause damage. 3. Turn off the engine.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page101 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (101,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 6. Standing outside of the vehicle, hold the convertible top along the center edge and pull it toward the vehicle rear. 7. Continue to move the convertible top rearward while pressing the rear glass lightly with your hand. Center edge NOTE To lower the convertible top from inside the vehicle, use the convertible top's handles. 8.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page102 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (102,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qRaising the Convertible Top 1. Make sure the parking brake is applied. 2. Fully open the left and right windows. 3. Turn off the engine. NOTE To raise the convertible top from inside the vehicle, use the convertible top's handles. 4. Pull the unlock lever outward to disengage the lock. Unlock lever Convertible top's handles 5.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page103 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (103,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks CAUTION 7. Connect the rear window defroster coupler if it has been disconnected. Driving with the convertible top not fully locked could damage the convertible top. If the red indicator is visible on the unlock button, the convertible top is not locked. After locking the convertible top, verify that the red indicator is not visible.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page104 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (104,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Detachable Hardtop (Canada) í Top latch assembly Side latch assembly Rear deck latch Rear window defroster coupler 3-46 í Some models. Form No.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page105 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (105,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qDetachable Hardtop Precautions WARNING Sit in the seat with the seat belt correctly fastened when the vehicle is moving: Standing in the vehicle, or sitting on the deck or center console when the vehicle is moving is a dangerous way to ride. During a sudden maneuver or collision you could be seriously injured or even killed.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page106 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (106,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 5. Remove the seat belts from the belt guides. 10. Lift the side latches while pulling the lever. Make sure the hooks are fully released. Belt guide Side latch Lever 6. Slide the seats forward. Refer to Seat Slide on page 2-2. 7. Fold the seatbacks forward. Refer to Seat Recline on page 2-3. 8. Pull the levers and fully release the side latches. Lever Side latch 9.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page107 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (107,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 12. Slide the hardtop rearward while pressing down on the rear deck latches to unlock the latches. CAUTION l Be careful not to strike the body with any of the protruding hardtop latches. l Use extreme care when carrying the hardtop to prevent scratching or other damage to it. Hardtop NOTE Rear deck latch 13.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page108 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (108,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 15. Disconnect the hardtop rear window defroster coupler (A) from the coupler (B), and remove the convertible top rear window defroster coupler (C) from its holder (D). (A) (B) NOTE l Be sure to place the convertible top latches in the locked position. l Make sure the convertible top is completely lowered before installing the hardtop.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page109 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (109,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 7. Connect the rear window defroster coupler. 8. Make sure the top latch and the side latches on the hardtop are unlocked. Top latch assembly Side latch assembly NOTE Connect the convertible top's rear window defroster coupler into the holder so that it does not rattle. 9. Align the rear deck latches with the rear deck studs and set the hardtop squarely onto the body.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page110 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (110,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 10. Slide the hardtop forward while pressing down on the rear deck latches to lock the latches, and then verify that they are secure by attempting to lift the rear of the hardtop. 11. Make sure the striker for the top latch is securely engaged with the anchor before pushing the top latch lever. Rotate the lever of the top latch with the palm of your hand until the top latch is locked.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page111 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (111,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 13. Make sure the hooks are engaged. Lift the side latches with the palm of your hand until the latches are locked. Side latch NOTE If the hardtop rattles even when all latches are secure, drive slowly and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer for inspection.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page112 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (112,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Convertible Top (Power Retractable Hardtop) í The power retractable hardtop opens/closes electrically by operating switches in the vehicle. When opening/closing the hardtop, the hardtop, deck and window glass operate together. The hardtop is stored in the storage area under the deck. Close switch Open switch Indicator light Top latch assembly Deck 3-54 í Some models. Form No.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page113 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (113,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qPower Retractable Hardtop Precautions WARNING Always confirm that there are no people around the vehicle before operating the hardtop: If the hardtop were to operate unexpectedly, it could result in an accident and serious injury from someone getting caught in the mechanism. Always drive safely and observe the speed limit: Rollover accidents on a hardtop vehicle are dangerous.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page114 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (114,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks l When opening the hardtop, make sure objects inside the vehicle are not blown away by the wind. l Secure all loose objects inside before driving with the hardtop down. l To help prevent burglary or vandalism and to ensure that the passenger compartment stays dry, close the hardtop securely and lock both doors when leaving the vehicle.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page115 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (115,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qOpening the Power Retractable Hardtop 5. Press and hold the open switch. 1. Park on a level surface off the right-ofway and firmly set the parking brake. 2. Put a vehicle with an automatic transmission in Park (P), a manual transmission in neutral (N). 3. Start the Engine. NOTE Do not open/close the hardtop with the engine stopped.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page116 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (116,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks NOTE 9. The deck closes. If the windows are closed, the windows automatically open partially when the deck opens. 7. The hardtop opens. NOTE When the operation is finished, a beep sound is heard and the operation indicator light turns off. 8. The hardtop retracts under the deck. qClosing the Power Retractable Hardtop 1. Press and hold the close switch. 3-58 Form No.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page117 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (117,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks NOTE l When the close switch is pressed, a beep sound is heard. l The hardtop keeps closing and the operation indicator light flashes while the close switch is pressed. l If the switch is released while the hardtop is closing, the hardtop stops closing. If the switch is pressed again, the hardtop resumes closing. 3. The hardtop comes out from under the deck. 2. The deck opens. 4.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page118 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (118,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks NOTE CAUTION l When the operation is finished, a beep sound is heard and the operation indicator light illuminates. l The power windows cannot be closed automatically. 6. Move the top latch slowly to make sure the anchor engages with the striker, then rotate the top latch to the lock position until a click sound is heard.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page119 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (119,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qThe Power Retractable Hardtop Does not Close If the hardtop cannot be closed electrically by pressing the close switch, verify the power retractable hardtop operation conditions first. Refer to Operation Conditions on page 3-56. If the power retractable hardtop cannot be closed even after the operation conditions are all met, have it checked at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page120 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (120,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 4. Turn on the hazard warning flasher if it is needed. WARNING Verify that the ignition switch is in the LOCK position before manually operating the hardtop: Manually retracting the hardtop with the ignition switch not in the LOCK position is dangerous as the retractor motors could turn on suddenly and cause injury resulting from hands or fingers being pinched in the mechanism.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page121 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (121,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks NOTE The gear units are located underneath the deck. 4. Disconnect the eyebolt from the Allen wrench leaving the Allen wrench in place, and insert the threaded end of the eyebolt in the hole directly above the Allen socket and tighten it clockwise two full turns. Threaded hole Eyebolt Bolt Bolt 3.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page122 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (122,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 6. Tighten the eyebolt by turning it clockwise 5 more times. 9. Press the eyebolt against the sector gear. Eyebolt Sector gear Guide Eyebolt 7. Unscrew the eyebolt now by turning it counterclockwise. 10. Press and rotate the sector gear rearward to release the lock. 8. Insert the threaded end of the eyebolt through the guide.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page123 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (123,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 12. Do the same procedure on the other side. 13. Lift up the deck using two adults, one on each side of the vehicle, and open the deck completely. CAUTION l Lift the deck using two adults. Doing it alone could result in injury or the deck lid mechanism being twisted which could damage it. l Do not let go of the deck lid on both sides until it is fully open.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page124 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (124,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 2. Grasp the hardtop along the side and rear surfaces and lift it up enough to create a clearance behind the rear glass. Closing the deck 1. Loop the center of the rope through the pin on the link twice so that it does not loosen. Link 3.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page125 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (125,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks To the inside of the vehicle 4. Close the deck uniformly on both sides using two adults, one on each side of the vehicle. Trim Rope To the outside of the vehicle CAUTION Links Rope Close the deck using two adults. Doing it alone could result in injury or the deck lid mechanism being twisted which could damage it. 5.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page126 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (126,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks NOTE Open the trunk using the key. The remote release button, advanced keyless entry function, and the keyless entry system do not operate when this emergency procedure is done. Rope 8. Tie off the other side rope the same way. 9. Close the trunk lid. 6. Lightly move the deck and verify that it is secured completely. 7.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page127 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (127,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qWhen Warning Indicator/Beep is Activated If an improper operation is performed or a system malfunction has occurred, the indicator light or a warning beep is activated to notify the user of improper operation or a system malfunction.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page128 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (128,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System Immobilizer System (with Advanced Key) The immobilizer system allows the engine to start only with an advanced key the system recognizes. If someone attempts to start the engine with an unrecognized key, the engine will not start, thereby helping to prevent the theft of your vehicle.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page129 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (129,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System qOperation Arming NOTE l The engine may not start and the security indicator light may illuminate or flash if the advanced key is placed in an area where it is difficult for the system to detect the signal, such as on the dashboard, or in the glove box. Move the advanced key to another place, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position, and then restart the engine.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page130 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (130,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System qMaintenance If you have a problem with the immobilizer system or the key, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. NOTE l The advanced keys (including auxiliary key) carry a unique electronic code. For this reason, and to assure your safety, obtaining a replacement advanced key (including auxiliary key) requires some waiting time. They are only available through an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page131 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (131,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System Immobilizer System (without Advanced Key) The immobilizer system allows the engine to start only with a key the system recognizes. If someone attempts to start the engine with an unrecognized key, the engine will not start, thereby helping to prevent the theft of your vehicle.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page132 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (132,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System NOTE l l (U.S.A.) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. (CANADA) This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry CANADA.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page133 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (133,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System NOTE l Since the electronic codes are reset when repairing the immobilizer system, the keys are needed. Bring all the existing keys to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. qMaintenance If you have a problem with the immobilizer system or the key, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page134 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (134,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System Theft-Deterrent System í The theft-deterrent system is designed to prevent your vehicle or its contents from being stolen when both doors, hood, and trunk lid are locked. If forcible entry is attempted, the system sounds the horn and flashes the hazard warning lights. NOTE l The theft-deterrent system operates with the key or the keyless entry system transmitter.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page135 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (135,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System NOTE Locking the doors with the inside doorlock knob will not arm the system. qTo Turn off an Armed System An armed system can be turned off by any one of the following methods: l Unlock a door with the key. l Press the unlock button on the keyless entry system transmitter. l Insert the key into the ignition switch and turn it to the ON position.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page136 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (136,1) Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors Steering Wheel WARNING Never adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving: Adjusting the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. Moving it can very easily cause the driver to abruptly turn to the left or right. This can lead to loss of control or an accident. Mirrors qOutside Mirrors Check the mirror angles before driving.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page137 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (137,1) Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors 2. Depress the mirror switch in the appropriate direction. Selector switch Outside mirror qRearview Mirror Rearview mirror adjustment Before driving, adjust the rearview mirror to center on the scene through the rear window. Mirror switch After adjusting the mirror, lock the control by placing the selector switch in the middle position.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page138 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors WARNING Do not stack cargo or objects higher than the seatbacks: Cargo stacked higher than the seatbacks is dangerous. It can block your view in the rearview mirror, which might cause you to hit another car when changing lanes. 3-80 Form No.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page139 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM 4 Black plate (139,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Important information about driving your Mazda. Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions ........................................ Fuel Requirements .................................................................... Emission Control System .......................................................... Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide) .........................................
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page140 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (140,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Fuel Requirements Vehicles with catalytic converters or oxygen sensors must use ONLY UNLEADED FUEL, which will reduce exhaust emissions and keep spark plug fouling to a minimum. Your Mazda will perform best with fuel listed in the table. Fuel Premium unleaded fuel Octane Rating*(Anti-knock index) 91 [ (R+M)/2 method] or above (96 RON or above) * U.S.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page141 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (141,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Emission Control System Your vehicle is equipped with an emission control system (the catalytic converter is part of this system) that enables your vehicle to comply with existing exhaust emissions requirements. WARNING Never park over or near anything flammable: Parking over or near anything flammable, such as dry grass, is dangerous.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page142 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (142,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide) WARNING Do not drive your vehicle if you smell exhaust gas inside the vehicle: Engine exhaust gas is dangerous. This gas contains carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless, odorless, and poisonous. When inhaled, it can cause loss of consciousness and death.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page143 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (143,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Before Starting the Engine Before Getting In l Be sure the windows, outside mirrors, and outside lights are clean. After Getting In l Are all doors closed and locked? l Is the seat adjusted properly? l Inspect inflation pressures and condition of tires. l Are the inside and outside mirrors adjusted? l Look under the vehicle for any sign of fluid leaks.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page144 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (144,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Break-In Period Money-Saving Suggestions No special break-in is necessary, but a few precautions in the first 1,000 km (600 miles) may add to the performance, economy, and life of your Mazda. How you operate your Mazda determines how far it will travel on a tank of fuel. Use these suggestions to help save money on fuel and repairs. l Don't race the engine.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page145 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (145,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Hazardous Driving WARNING Be extremely careful if it is necessary to downshift on slippery surfaces: Downshifting into lower gear while driving on slippery surfaces is dangerous. The sudden change in tire speed could cause the tires to skid. This could lead to loss of vehicle control and an accident.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page146 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (146,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Rocking the Vehicle Winter Driving l WARNING Do not spin the wheels at more than 56 km/h (35 mph), and do not allow anyone to stand behind a wheel when pushing the vehicle: When the vehicle is stuck, spinning the wheels at high speed is dangerous. The spinning tire could overheat and explode. This could cause serious injuries.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page147 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (147,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips qSnow Tires qTire Chains Use snow tires on all four wheels Check local regulations before using tire chains. Don't go faster than 120 km/h (75 mph) while driving with snow tires. Inflate snow tires 30 kPa (0.3 kgf/cm2, 4.3 psi) more than recommended on the tire pressure label (driver's door frame), but never more than the maximum cold-tire pressure shown on the tires.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page148 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (148,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Driving In Flooded Area WARNING Dry wet brakes by driving very slowly and applying the brakes lightly until brake performance returns to normal: Driving with wet brakes is dangerous. Increased stopping distance or the vehicle pulling to one side when braking could result in a serious accident. Light braking will indicate whether the brakes have been affected.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page149 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (149,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Towing Trailer Towing The Mazda MX-5 is not designed for towing. Never tow a trailer with your Mazda MX-5. 4-11 Form No.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page150 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM 4-12 Form No.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page151 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM 5 Black plate (151,1) Driving Your Mazda Explanation of instruments and controls. Starting and Driving ..................................................................... 5-2 Ignition Switch .......................................................................... 5-2 Starting the Engine .................................................................... 5-4 Brake System ..................................................................
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page152 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (152,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Ignition Switch (With advanced key) qIgnition Switch Positions With advanced key NOTE When starting the engine using the advanced key, refer to Starting the Engine (page 3-10). Without advanced key When starting the engine with the auxiliary key, perform the following procedure. 1. Remove the auxiliary key from the advanced key (page 3-17). 2.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page153 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (153,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Automatic Transmission Vehicle ACC (Accessory) The steering wheel unlocks and some electrical accessories will operate. ON This is the normal running position after the engine is started. The warning lights should be inspected before the engine is started (page 5-38).
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page154 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (154,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Starting the Engine NOTE Engine-starting is controlled by the spark ignition system. This system meets all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio noise. 1. Occupants should fasten their seat belts. CAUTION Don't try the starter for more than 10 seconds at a time.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page155 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (155,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Brake System qFoot Brake Your Mazda has power-assisted brakes that adjust automatically through normal use. Should power-assist fail, you can stop by applying greater force than normal to the brake pedal. But the distance required to stop will be greater than usual.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page156 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (156,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Setting the parking brake Depress the brake pedal and then firmly pull the parking brake lever fully upwards with a greater amount of force than is required so that the vehicle holds in the stationary position.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page157 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (157,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE WARNING Having to add brake fluid is sometimes an indicator of leakage. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible even if the brake light is no longer illuminated. WARNING Do not drive with the brake system warning light illuminated.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page158 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (158,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving If the ABS warning light stays on while you're driving, the ABS control unit has detected a system malfunction. If this occurs, your brakes will function normally as if the vehicle had no ABS. Should this happen, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. NOTE When the engine is jump-started to charge the battery, uneven rpm occurs and the ABS warning light comes on.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page159 Monday, June 12 2006 12:56 AM Black plate (159,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving WARNING Do not drive with worn disc pads: Driving with worn disc pads is dangerous. The brakes could fail and cause a serious accident. As soon as you hear a screeching noise consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page160 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (160,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving (6-speed transmission) Vehicles with 6-speed transmission are equipped with a device to prevent shifting to R (reverse) by mistake. Push the shift lever downward and shift to R. CAUTION l Keep your foot off the clutch pedal except when shifting gears. Also, don't use the clutch to hold the vehicle on an upgrade. Riding the clutch will cause needless clutch wear and damage.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page161 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (161,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Downshifting When you must slow down in heavy traffic or on a steep upgrade, downshift before the engine starts to overwork. This reduces the chance of stalling and gives better acceleration when you need more speed. On a steep downgrade, downshifting helps maintain safe speed and prolongs brake life. 5-11 Form No.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page162 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (162,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Automatic Transmission Controls Various Lockouts: Indicates that you must depress the brake pedal to shift (The ignition switch must be in the ACC or ON position). Indicates the shift lever can be shifted freely into any position.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page163 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (163,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qTransmission Ranges The shift lever must be in P or N to operate the starter. P (Park) P locks the transmission and prevents the rear wheels from rotating. WARNING Always set the shift lever to P AND set the parking brake: Only setting the shift lever to the P position without using the parking brake to hold the vehicle is dangerous.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page164 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (164,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving M (Manual) M is the manual shift mode position. Gears can be shifted up or down by operating the shift lever or steering shift switches. Refer to Manual Shift Mode (page 5-14). qShift-Lock System The shift-lock system prevents shifting out of P unless the brake pedal is depressed.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page165 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (165,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Gear position indicator The numeral for the selected gear illuminates. Shift position indicator NOTE l If the steering shift switches on both sides (left and right) are operated simultaneously, the gear will shift once.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page166 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (166,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving To shift up to a higher gear with the steering shift switches, tap either of the UP switches toward you once with your fingers. NOTE l When driving slowly, the gears may not shift up depending on vehicle speed. l In manual shift mode, gears do not shift up automatically. Don't run the engine with the tachometer needle in the RED ZONE.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page167 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (167,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving To shift down to a lower gear with the steering shift switches, press either of the DOWN switches away from you once with your thumb. NOTE l When driving at high speeds, the gear may not shift down depending on vehicle speed. l During deceleration, the gear may automatically shift down depending on vehicle speed.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page168 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (168,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Shifting specification Shifting up If the vehicle speed is lower than the speed specified for each gear, the gear cannot be shifted up to a higher gear. Gear M1→M2 M2→M3 M3→M4 M4→M5 M5→M6 Vehicle speed Between 0 and 18 km/h (0 and 11 mph), depending on how much the accelerator pedal is depressed.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page169 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (169,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Downshifting When you must slow down in heavy traffic or on a steep upgrade, downshift before the engine starts to overwork. This gives better acceleration when you need more speed. On a steep downgrade, downshifting helps maintain safe speed and prolongs brake life. Power Steering Power steering is only operable when the engine is running.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page170 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (170,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Cruise Control With cruise control, you can set and automatically maintain any speed of more than about 30 km/h (19 mph). WARNING Do not use the cruise control under the following conditions: Using the cruise control under the following conditions is dangerous and could result in loss of vehicle control.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page171 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (171,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving 3. Press down the cruise control switch and release it at the speed you want. Release the accelerator at the same time. qTo Increase Cruising Speed Follow either of these procedures. l Pull up the cruise control switch and hold it. Your vehicle will accelerate. Release the switch at the speed you want.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page172 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (172,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qTo Resume Cruising Speed at More Than 30 km/h (19 mph) NOTE Accelerate if you want to speed up temporarily when the cruise control is on. Greater speed will not interfere with it or change the set speed. Take your foot off the accelerator to return to the set speed. qTo Decrease Cruising Speed Press down the cruise control switch and hold it. The vehicle will gradually slow.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page173 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (173,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving l Press the CANCEL button. Traction Control System (TCS) í The Traction Control System (TCS) enhances traction and safety by controlling engine torque. When the TCS detects driving wheel slippage, it lowers engine torque to prevent loss of traction. The system is off when the ignition is off.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page174 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (174,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qTCS/DSC Indicator Light This indicator light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. If the TCS or DSC is operating, the indicator light flashes. If the light stays on, the TCS or DSC may have a malfunction and they may not operate correctly. Take your vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page175 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (175,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving CAUTION l The DSC may not operate correctly unless the following are observed: l l l l l Use tires of the correct size specified for your Mazda on all four wheels. Use tires of the same manufacturer, brand and tread pattern on all four wheels. Do not mix worn tires.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page176 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (176,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE If the battery is disconnected or a fuse is replaced, the DSC will be inoperable. In this case, the DSC OFF indicator light flashes and the TCS/DSC indicator light illuminates. To make the DSC operable, do the following procedure with the battery connected. qDSC OFF Switch Press the DSC OFF switch to turn off the TCS/DSC. The DSC OFF indicator light will illuminate. 1.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page177 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (177,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE l If the DSC OFF switch is pressed and held for a second or more, the TCS/DSC system may become inoperative due to the system detecting switch trouble. If the TCS/ DSC system becomes inoperative, the TCS/DSC and the DSC OFF indicator lights illuminate simultaneously. In this case, turn off the engine and restart it to restore the TCS/DSC.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page178 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (178,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving TPMS does not alleviate your need to check the pressure and condition of all four tires before you drive each day. CAUTION l Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page179 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (179,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving WARNING If the tire pressure monitoring system warning light illuminates or flashes, or the tire pressure warning beep sound is heard, decrease vehicle speed immediately and avoid sudden maneuvering and braking: If the tire pressure monitoring system warning light illuminates or flashes, or the tire pressure warning beep sound is heard, it is dangerous to drive the vehicle at high
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page180 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (180,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE l l After adjusting the tire air pressures, it may require some time for the TPMS warning light to go out. If the TPMS warning light remains illuminated, drive the vehicle at a speed of at least 25 km/h (16 mph) for 10 minutes, and then verify that it goes out.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page181 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (181,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving l When using the following devices in the vehicle that may cause radio interference with the receiver unit. l l A digital device such as a personal computer. A current converter device such as a DC-AC converter. l When excess snow or ice adheres to the vehicle, especially around the wheels. l When the tire pressure sensor batteries are exhausted.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page182 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (182,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving A new tire pressure sensor is installed to a new wheel. l NOTE If the vehicle is driven within about 15 minutes of changing tires, the tire pressure monitoring system warning light will flash because the sensor ID signal code would not have been registered.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page183 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (183,1) Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators Meters and Gauges Speedometer ...................................................................................................... page 5-34 Odometer, Trip Meter and Trip Meter Selector .................................................. page 5-34 Tachometer ........................................................................................................
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page184 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (184,1) Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators qSpeedometer The speedometer indicates the speed of the vehicle. qOdometer, Trip Meter and Trip Meter Selector Odometer The display mode can be changed between trip meter A and trip meter B by pressing the selector while one of them is displayed. The selected mode will be displayed.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page185 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (185,1) Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators Trip meter The trip meter can record the total distance of two trips. One is recorded in trip meter A, and the other is recorded in trip meter B. For instance, trip meter A can record the distance from the point of origin, and trip meter B can record the distance from where the fuel tank is filled.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page186 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (186,1) Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators CAUTION Driving with an overheated engine can cause serious engine damage (page 7-19). qEngine Oil Pressure Gauge Normal range qFuel Gauge The fuel gauge shows approximately how much fuel is in the tank. We recommend keeping the tank over 1/4 full. When the low fuel warning light illuminates or when the needle is near E, refuel as soon as possible.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page187 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (187,1) Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators qDashboard Illumination When the exterior lights are on, rotate the knob to adjust the brightness of the dashboard lights. Dim Bright 5-37 Form No.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page188 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (188,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Warning/Indicator Lights Warning/Indicator lights will appear in any of the highlighted areas Signal Warning/Indicator Lights Page Brake System Warning Light 5-40 Charging System Warning Light 5-41 Check Engine Light 5-42 ABS Warning Light 5-40 Air Bag/Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Light 5-42 Low Fuel Warning Light 5-43 Seat Belt Warning
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page189 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (189,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Signal Warning/Indicator Lights Page Door-Ajar Warning Light 5-44 Automatic Transmission Warning Light 5-44 Tire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light 5-45 Flat Tire Warning Light 5-47 KEY Warning Light (Red)/KEY Indicator Light (Green) 5-47 Security Indicator Light 5-48 Headlight High-Beam Indicator Light 5-49 Shift Position Indicator Light
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page190 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (190,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds qBrake System Warning Light NOTE Having to add brake fluid is sometimes an indicator of leakage. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible even if the brake light is no longer illuminated.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page191 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (191,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds If the ABS warning light stays on while you're driving, the ABS control unit has detected a system malfunction. If this occurs, your brakes will function normally as if the vehicle had no ABS. Should this happen, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page192 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (192,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds CAUTION qAir Bag/Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Light Don't continue driving when the charging system warning light is illuminated because the engine could stop unexpectedly.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page193 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (193,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds qLow Fuel Warning Light Belt minder NOTE Low fuel warning light This warning light signals that the fuel tank will soon be empty. Refuel as soon as possible. qSeat Belt Warning Light/Beep The belt minder can be deactivated. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer to deactivate and restore the seat belt minder.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page194 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (194,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Driver seated/Passenger seated The seat belt warning light/beep reminds the passenger to fasten the seat belt according to the chart below.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page195 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (195,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds qTire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning Light í This warning light illuminates for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. Thereafter, the warning light illuminates when tire pressure is too low in one or more tires, and flashes when there is a system malfunction.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page196 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (196,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Adjust the tire pressure to the correct tire pressure. Refer to the specification charts (page 10-6). NOTE l After adjusting the tire air pressures, it may require some time for the TPMS warning light to go out.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page197 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (197,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds qFlat Tire Warning Light í l If any malfunction occurs in the advanced keyless system, it illuminates continuously. WARNING This warning light illuminates for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page198 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (198,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds l Under the following conditions, the KEY warning light (red) will flash continuously when the start knob has not been returned to the LOCK position to notify the driver that the advanced key has been removed from the vehicle. It will stop flashing when the advanced key is back inside the vehicle.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page199 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (199,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds qHeadlight High-Beam Indicator Light Gear position indicator When the shift lever is in the D or M position, the numeral for the selected gear displays. qTCS/DSC Indicator Light í This light indicates one of two things: l The high-beam headlights are on. l The turn signal lever is in the flash-topass position.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page200 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (200,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds NOTE If the battery is disconnected or a fuse is replaced, the DSC will be inoperable. In this case, the DSC OFF indicator light flashes and the TCS/DSC indicator light illuminates. To make the DSC operable, do the following procedure with the battery connected. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page201 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (201,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Beep Sounds qSeat Belt Warning Beep If the driver's seat belt is not fastened and the vehicle is driven at a speed faster than about 20 km/h (12 mph), a beep sound will be heard for a specified period of time. Refer to Seat Belt Warning Light/Beep on page 5-43.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page202 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (202,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Lighting Control WARNING Do not replace the xenon fusion bulbs yourself: Replacing the xenon fusion bulbs yourself is dangerous. Because the xenon fusion bulbs require high voltage, you could receive an electric shock if the bulbs are handled incorrectly. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer when the replacement is necessary.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page203 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (203,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls qHeadlight High-Low Beam qDaytime Running Lights (Canada) Push the lever forward for high beam. Pull back to original position for low beam. In Canada, vehicles must be driven with the headlights on during daytime operation. High beam Low beam For that reason, the daytime running lights automatically turn on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page204 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (204,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Turn and Lane-Change Signals qTurn Signal Move the signal lever down (for a left turn) or up (for a right turn) to the stop position. The signal will self-cancel after the turn is completed. Fog Lights í Use this switch to turn on the fog lights. They help you to see as well as to be seen. To turn the front fog lights on, rotate the fog light switch to the position.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page205 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (205,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Windshield Wipers and Washer The ignition switch must be in the ON position. WARNING Use only windshield washer fluid or plain water in the reservoir: Using radiator antifreeze as washer fluid is dangerous. If sprayed on the windshield, it will dirty the windshield, affect your visibility, and could result in an accident.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page206 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (206,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls qWindshield Washer Rear Window Defroster Pull the lever toward you and hold it to spray washer fluid. OFF Washer The rear window defroster clears frost, fog, and thin ice from the rear window. The ignition switch must be in the ON position. Press the switch to turn on the rear window defroster, the indicator light will illuminate. Press the switch again to turn it off.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page207 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (207,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Horn To sound the horn, press the the steering wheel. Hazard Warning Flasher mark on The hazard warning lights should always be used when you stop on or near a roadway in an emergency. The hazard warning lights warn other drivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazard and that they must take extreme caution when near it.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page208 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM 5-58 Form No.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page209 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM 6 Black plate (209,1) Interior Comfort Use of various features for drive comfort, including air-conditioning and audio system. Climate Control System ............................................................... Operating Tips ........................................................................... Vent Operation .......................................................................... Control Panel í .................................
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page210 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (210,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Operating Tips qOperating the Climate Control System Operate the climate control system with the engine running. NOTE To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the fan control dial on for a long period of time with the ignition switch in the ACC position when the engine is not running.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page211 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (211,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Vent Operation Button qAdjusting the Vents Directing airflow You can direct air flow by rotating the vent. Opening/closing vents The two outside vents can be opened and closed with center button. 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. 6-3 Form No.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page212 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (212,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System qSelecting the Airflow Mode Dashboard Vents (OPEN MODE) Dashboard Vents Dashboard and Floor Vents (OPEN MODE) Floor Vents Floor Vents (OPEN MODE) Defroster and Floor Vents Defroster Vents You will feel more comfortable by using the OPEN MODE when opening the roof. 6-4 Form No.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page213 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (213,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Control Panel í Mode selector dial Temperature control dial Fan control dial Air intake selector A/C switch qControl Switches Fan control dial Temperature control dial Slow Cold Fast Hot This dial controls temperature. Turn it clockwise for hot and counterclockwise for cold. Turn the dial to adjust to the desired fan speed.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page214 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (214,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Mode selector dial Air intake selector Turn the mode selector dial to select airflow mode (page 6-4). This switch controls the source of air entering the vehicle. NOTE Turn the mode selector dial to an OPEN MODE position for maximum comfort while the roof is open. A/C switch Press the switch to alternate between the outside air and recirculated air modes.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page215 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (215,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System NOTE WARNING Do not use the recirculated air mode in cold or rainy weather: Using the recirculated air mode 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. qHeating 1. Set the mode selector dial to the position.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page216 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (216,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System qWindshield Defrosting and Defogging CAUTION When using the air conditioner while driving up long hills or in heavy traffic, closely monitor the temperature gauge (page 5-35). The air conditioner may cause engine overheating. If the gauge indicates overheating, turn the air conditioner off (page 7-19).
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page217 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (217,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System NOTE l For maximum defrosting, set the temperature control dial to the extreme hot position and turn the fan control dial fully clockwise. l If warm air is desired at the floor, set the mode selector dial to the position.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page218 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (218,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Antenna Operating Tips for Audio System qDetachable Type To remove the antenna, turn it counterclockwise. To install the antenna, turn it clockwise. Make sure the antenna is securely installed.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page219 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (219,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qRadio Reception AM characteristics AM signals bend around such things as buildings or mountains and bounce off the ionosphere. Therefore, they can reach longer distances than FM signals. Because of this, two stations may sometimes be picked up on the same frequency at the same time.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page220 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (220,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Flutter/Skip noise Signals from an FM transmitter move in straight lines and become weak in valleys between tall buildings, mountains, and other obstacles. When a vehicle passes through such an area, the reception conditions may change suddenly, resulting in annoying noise. Strong signal noise This occurs very close to a transmitter tower.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page221 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (221,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qOperating Tips for CD Player/InDash CD Changer l The CD revolves at high speed within the unit. Defective (cracked or badly bent) CDs should never be used. l Do not use non-conventional discs such as heart-shaped, octagonal discs, etc. The disc may not eject resulting in a malfunction. l If the memory portion of the CD is transparent or translucent, do not use the disc.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page222 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (222,1) Interior Comfort Audio System l A new CD may have rough edges on its inner and outer perimeters. If a disc with rough edges is used, proper setting will not be possible and the CD player/In-dash CD changer will not play the CD. In addition, the disc may not eject resulting in a malfunction. Remove the rough edges in advance by using a ball-point pen or pencil as shown below.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page223 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (223,1) Interior Comfort Audio System l l l l Do not use record sprays, antistatic agents, or household spray cleaners. Volatile chemicals such as benzine and thinner can also damage the surface of the CD and must not be used. Anything that can damage, warp, or fog plastic should never be used to clean CDs. Insert discs one by one. If two discs are inserted at the same time, the system may not operate properly.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page224 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (224,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qOperating tips for MP3 l This unit can play MP3 files that have been recorded in bit rates of 8 kbps to 320 kbps. Nonetheless, to insure enjoyment of music with consistent sound quality, it is recommended to use discs that have been recorded at a bit rate of 128 kbps or more.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page225 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (225,1) Interior Comfort Audio System About folders and files l The order of hierarchy for MP3 files and folders during playback or other functions is from shallow to deep. The arrangement and playing order of a recorded disc containing MP3 files is as follows: l l File number A numerical file number is assigned to each file in a folder in the order of hierarchy from shallow to deep.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page226 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (226,1) Interior Comfort Audio System CAUTION This unit can only play MP3 files that have an MP3 file extension (.mp3) attached. Do not attach an MP3 file extension to any other type file as it could cause noise to be emitted or a malfunction in the unit. About ID3 Tag display l This unit can only display ID3 Tag album, track and artist names that have been input using Ver1.0/1.1/2.2/2.3 formats.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page227 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (227,1) Interior Comfort Audio System VBR Abbreviation for Variable Bit Rate. While CBR (Constant Bit Rate) is generally used, VBR varies the bit rate for audio compression according to compression conditions and this allows for compression with preference given to sound quality. 6-19 Form No.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page228 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM MEMO 6-20 Form No.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page229 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (229,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Audio Set CD Player In-Dash CD Changer Illustration is of a representative audio unit. Power/Volume/Sound Controls .............................................................................. page 6-22 Clock ...................................................................................................................... page 6-26 Operating the Radio ................................
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page230 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (230,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qPower/Volume/Sound Controls Power/Volume dial Power ON/OFF Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position. Press the power/volume dial to turn the audio system on. Press the power/volume dial again to turn the audio system off. Audio control dial Turn the power/volume dial to the right to increase volume, to the left to decrease it. Audio sound adjustment 1.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page231 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (231,1) Interior Comfort Audio System BOSE Sound System-equipped model BOSE Sound Systemequipped model *2 Indication OFF *1 If your vehicle is not equipped with rear speakers, adjust the power/ volume dial so the level is even. *2 Depending on the mode selected, the indication changes. 2.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page232 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (232,1) Interior Comfort Audio System The following seven modes are available. Select the desired mode according to use. Mode Use Volume change ALC does No change not operate. Use when Minimum the roof is closed. Medium Three levels are available. Maximum Use when Minimum the roof is open. Medium Three levels are available. Maximum Turn the audio control dial to select the desired mode. The selected mode will be indicated.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page233 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (233,1) MEMO 6-25 Form No.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page234 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (234,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qClock Display Clock/Display switch 12/24-hour clock time switch Hour/Minute set switch Setting the time The clock can be set at any time when the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position. 1. To adjust the time, pull up the clock/ display switch for about 2 seconds until a beep is heard. The clock's current time will flash.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page235 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (235,1) Interior Comfort Audio System NOTE l When the clock/display switch is released, the seconds are reset to “00”. l If the power supply to the unit is interrupted (if the fuse blows or the vehicle's battery is disconnected), the clock will need to be reset. 6-27 Form No.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page236 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (236,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qOperating the Radio Band selector button Satellite button Electric serial number switch Display Manual tuning dial Scan/Auto memory switch Seek tuning/APC switch Channel preset switches Radio ON Press a band selector button ( turn the radio on. Tuning ) to Band selection Successively pressing the band selector ) switches the bands as button ( follows: FM1→FM2→AM.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page237 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (237,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Seek tuning Pulling up or pressing down the seek tuning/APC switch will cause the tuner to seek a higher or lower frequency automatically. NOTE If you continue to, pull up or press down and hold the seek tuning/APC switch the frequency will continue changing without stopping. Scan tuning Pull up the scan/auto memory switch to automatically sample strong stations.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page238 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Interior Comfort Audio System SATELLITE RADIO (SAT) Vehicles equipped with the separately purchased SIRIUS digital satellite radio unit have the ability to receive up to 100 channels of digital quality programming coast to coast via satellite. For information on use, read the Satellite Radio Kit manual accompanying the SIRIUS digital satellite radio unit.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page239 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (239,1) MEMO 6-31 Form No.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page240 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (240,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qOperating the Compact Disc (CD) Player í Display Load button CD play button CD slot Random button Track up/down switch Repeat button CD eject button Fast-forward/Reverse switch Scan/Auto memory switch Inserting the CD Ejecting the CD Insert the CD into the slot, label-side up. The auto-loading mechanism will set the CD and begin play.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page241 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (241,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Music scan This feature helps to find a program by playing about the first 10 seconds of each track. Pull up the scan/auto memory switch during play to start scan play operation (the track number will flash). Pull up the scan/auto memory switch once again to cancel scan play. NOTE If the unit is left in scan, normal play will resume where scan was selected.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page242 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (242,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qOperating the In-Dash CD Changer í Load button Disc down button CD slot Display Disc up button Clock/Display switch Track up/down switch Type Music CD/MP3 CD player Repeat button Random button Fast-forward/Reverse switch Scan/Auto memory switch Playable data · Music data (CD-DA) NOTE · MP3 file The CD will begin playback automatically after insertion.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page243 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (243,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Inserting CDs into desired tray number Ejecting the CD ) 1. Press and hold the load button ( for about 2 seconds until a beep sound is heard. Normal ejection 2. Press the channel preset button for the desired tray number while “WAIT” is displayed. 3. When “IN” is displayed, insert the CD. NOTE The CD cannot be inserted to the desired tray number if the number is already occupied.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page244 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (244,1) Interior Comfort Audio System l CDs will be ejected starting with the one with the lowest number. During MP3 CD playback To change the disc, press the DISC button or ) for 1.5 seconds or ( more during playback. l All CDs in the tray will be ejected continuously. Folder search (during MP3 CD playback) l CDs can be ejected when the ignition switch is off.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page245 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (245,1) Interior Comfort Audio System During MP3 CD playback (CD random) (Track repeat) ) during 1. Press the random button ( playback, and then press the button again within 3 seconds to play the tracks in the CD randomly. “RDM” is displayed. ) during 1. Press the repeat button ( playback to play the current track repeatedly. “RPT” is displayed. 2. To cancel the repeat play, press the button again after 3 seconds.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page246 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (246,1) Interior Comfort Audio System MP3 CD Disc number/File number/Elapsed time display Disc tray number Folder number/Track number File name Folder name Display scroll Only 12 characters can be displayed at one time. To display the rest of the characters of a long title, turn the display ) to the right. Hidden feed dial ( titles can be scrolled into the display one character at a time.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page247 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (247,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qError Indications If you see an error indication on the display, find the cause in the chart. If you cannot clear the error indication, take the vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Indication Cause CD is inserted upside down CHECK CD CD is defective Solution Insert the CD properly.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page248 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (248,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Audio Control Switch Operation (Steering Wheel) í When the audio unit is turned on, operation of the audio unit from the steering wheel is possible. qAdjusting the Volume To increase the volume, pull up the volume switch. To decrease the volume, press down the volume switch. NOTE Because the audio unit will be turned off under the following conditions, the switches will be inoperable.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page249 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (249,1) Interior Comfort Audio System NOTE CD, CD changer, and SIRIUS digital satellite radio modes cannot be selected in the following cases: l SIRIUS digital satellite radio unit is not equipped on the audio system. l CD has not been inserted. qSeek Switch qMute Switch Press the mute switch ( ) once to mute audio, press it again to resume audio output.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page250 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (250,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Safety Certification This CD player is made and tested to meet exacting safety standards. It meets FCC requirements and complies with safety performance standards of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. CAUTION l This CD player should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except qualified service personnel. If servicing is required, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page251 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (251,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Sunvisors When you need a sunvisor, lower it for use in front. qVanity Mirrors Interior Lights qOverhead Light Switch Position Overhead Light Light off To use the vanity mirror, lower the sunvisor. Light on when any door is open Light on qTrunk Light Switch Position Trunk Light Light off Light on when the trunk is open 6-43 Form No.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page252 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (252,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Cup Holder To open the cup holder lid, push the button and slide it open. WARNING Never use a cup holder to hold hot liquids while the vehicle is moving: Using a cup holder to hold hot liquids while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. If the contents spill, you could be scalded.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page253 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (253,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Bottle Holder Bottle holders are on the inside of the doors. Storage Compartments WARNING Keep storage boxes closed when driving: Driving with the storage boxes open is dangerous. To reduce the possibility of injury in an accident or a sudden stop, keep the storage boxes closed when driving. CAUTION Bottle holder CAUTION Do not use the bottle holders for containers without caps.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page254 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (254,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment qSeat Side Box To open, pull the release catch. Insert the key and turn it clockwise to lock, counterclockwise to unlock. Unlock Lock 3. If your vehicle has a lid, pull the latch to open. When finished, return the seat to its original position and secure it.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page255 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Black plate (255,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Accessory Socket The ignition switch must be in the ACC or ON position. Only use genuine Mazda accessories or the equivalent requiring no greater than 120 W (DC 12 V, 10 A). NOTE To prevent discharging of the battery, do not use the socket for long periods with the engine off or idling.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page256 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Windblocker This windblocker reduces rear wind blast into the cabin when driving with the convertible top down. To use the windblocker, lift it upright. 6-48 Form No.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page257 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM 7 Black plate (257,1) In Case of an Emergency Helpful information on what to do in an emergency. Parking in an Emergency ............................................................. 7-2 Parking in an Emergency .......................................................... 7-2 Flat Tire ......................................................................................... 7-3 Flat Tire í ......................................................
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page258 Monday, June 12 2006 12:57 AM In Case of an Emergency Parking in an Emergency Parking in an Emergency The hazard warning lights should always be used when you stop on or near a roadway in an emergency. The hazard warning lights warn other drivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazard and that they must take extreme caution when near it. Depress the hazard warning flasher and all the turn signals will flash.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page259 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (259,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire Flat Tire í Either run-flat tires or conventional tires are equipped on your Mazda depending on the specification, therefore the procedure for repairing a flat tire differs depending on the type of tire. Before driving, make sure which type of tire is equipped on your Mazda. If you cannot identify your tire type, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page260 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (260,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire Vehicles with run-flat tires can be driven even with a punctured tire under the following conditions. Maximum vehicle speed with a punctured run-flat tire: 90 km/h (55 mph) Maximum driving distance with a punctured rum-flat tire: 80 km (49 miles) CAUTION The maximum driving distance may be shorter depending on the driving conditions.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page261 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (261,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire Tool Storage Tools are stored in the locations illustrated in the diagram. Trunk room Instant Mobility System (IMS) Emergency Flat Tire Repair Kit Lug wrench Jack Lever Tool bag Jack Towing/Tiedown Glove box Power retractable hardtop emergency tool bag eyebolt hexagonal wrench rope Some models. 7-5 Form No.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page262 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (262,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire qJack To remove the jack 1. Turn the knob and remove the cover. Instant Mobility System (IMS) Emergency Flat Tire Repair Kit í The IMS emergency flat tire repair kit included with your Mazda is for a temporary repair of a slightly damaged flat tire resulting from running over nails or similar sharp objects on the road surface. NOTE 2. Turn the wing bolt counterclockwise.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page263 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (263,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire qAbout the IMS Emergency Flat Tire Repair Kit The IMS emergency flat tire repair kit includes the following items. Tire sealant Injection hose Compressor Spare valve core Valve core tool Repaired tire sticker Instruction Speed restriction sticker WARNING Do not allow children to touch the tire sealant: Ingestion of tire sealant is dangerous.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page264 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (264,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire NOTE l The tire sealant cannot be reused. Purchase new tire sealant at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. l The emergency flat tire repair kit cannot be used in the following cases. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. l l l l l l l The period of effective use for the tire sealant has expired. (The period of effectiveness is indicated on the bottle label.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page265 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (265,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire NOTE CAUTION The tire sealant can be used at outside temperatures down to _30°C. In extremely cold temperatures (0°C (32°F) or below), the tire sealant hardens easily and injection of the sealant will be difficult. Warm the sealant inside the vehicle before doing the injection work. If there is air remaining in the tire when the valve core is removed, the valve core could fly out.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page266 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (266,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 10. Hold the bottom of the bottle upright, squeeze the bottle with your hands, and inject the entire amount of tire sealant into the tire. Valve NOTE Do not throw away the empty tire sealant bottle after use. Return the empty tire sealant bottle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer when replacing the tire.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page267 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (267,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 14. Install the compressor hose to the tire valve. 16. Turn the compressor switch on and inflate the tire carefully to the correct inflation pressure. WARNING Valve Compressor hose 15. Insert the compressor plug into the interior accessory socket and turn the ignition switch to the ACC position (page 6-47). Never operate the compressor above 300 kPa (3.1 kgf/cm2, 3 bar, 43.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page268 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (268,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire NOTE l Check the tire inflation pressure label (driver's door frame) for the correct tire inflation pressure. l Do not use the compressor for longer than 10 minutes because using the compressor for long periods could damage it. l If the tire does not inflate, repair of the tire may not be possible.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page269 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (269,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire Changing a Tire CAUTION l l A tire that has been temporarily repaired with the tire sealant cannot be reused. Mazda recommends replacing the tire with a new one. The wheel can be reused after any sealant adhering to it is wiped off and carefully inspected. However, replace the tire valve with a new one.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page270 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (270,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 1. Park on a level surface off the right-ofway and firmly set the parking brake. 2. Put a vehicle with an automatic transmission in Park (P), a manual transmission in Reverse (R) or 1, and turn off the engine. qRemoving a Tire 1. Loosen the lug nuts by turning them counterclockwise one turn each, but don't remove any until the tire has been raised off the ground. 3.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page271 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (271,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire WARNING Use only the front and rear jacking positions recommended in this manual: Attempting to jack the vehicle in positions other than those recommended in this manual is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and seriously injure or even kill someone. Use only the front and rear jacking positions recommended in this manual.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page272 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (272,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire qLocking Lug Nuts To install the nut If your vehicle has optional antitheft wheel lug nuts, one on each wheel will lock the tires and you must use a special key to unlock them. This key is attached to the lug wrench. Register them with the lock manufacturer by filling out the card provided in the glove box and mailing it in the accompanying envelope.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page273 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (273,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 3. Install the lug nuts with the beveled edge inward; tighten them by hand. WARNING Do not apply oil or grease to lug nuts and bolts and do not tighten the lug nuts beyond the recommended tightening torque: Applying oil or grease to lug nuts and bolts is dangerous. The lug nuts could loosen while driving and cause the tire to come off, resulting in an accident.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page274 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire WARNING Always securely and correctly tighten the lug nuts: Improperly or loosely tightened lug nuts are dangerous. The wheel could wobble or come off. This could result in loss of vehicle control and cause a serious accident.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page275 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (275,1) In Case of an Emergency Overheating Overheating If the temperature gauge indicates overheating, the vehicle loses power, or you hear a loud knocking or pinging noise, the engine is probably too hot. WARNING Turn off the ignition switch and make sure the fan is not running before attempting to work near the cooling fan: Working near the cooling fan when it is running is dangerous.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page276 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM In Case of an Emergency Overheating 6. Make sure the cooling fan is operating, then turn off the engine after the temperature has decreased. 7. When cool, check the coolant level. If it's low, look for coolant leaks from the radiator and hoses. If you find a leak or other damage, or if coolant is still leaking: Stop the engine and call an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page277 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (277,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting Starting a Flooded Engine If the engine fails to start, it may be flooded (excessive fuel in the engine). Follow this procedure: 1. Depress the accelerator all the way and hold it there. 2. Turn the ignition switch to the START position and hold it there―for up to 10 seconds.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page278 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (278,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting Jump-Starting Jump-starting is dangerous if done incorrectly. So follow the procedure carefully. If you feel unsure about jump-starting, we strongly recommend that you have a competent service technician do the work.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page279 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (279,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting WARNING Keep all flames, including cigarettes, and sparks away from open battery cells: Flames and sparks near open battery cells are dangerous. Hydrogen gas, produced during normal battery operation, could ignite and cause the battery to explode. An exploding battery can cause serious burns and injuries.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page280 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (280,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting Connect cables in numerical order and disconnect in reverse order. Discharged battery Jumper cables Booster battery 7-24 Form No.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page281 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (281,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting 1. Remove the rubber hose from the battery cover. 2. Remove the battery cover from its right side. 5. Connect the jumper cables in the exact sequence as in the illustration. l Connect one end of a cable to the positive terminal on the discharged battery (1). l Attach the other end to the positive terminal on the booster battery (2).
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page282 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (282,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting Push-Starting NOTE l Before installing the battery cover, make sure both of the cables connecting the negative battery terminal (right side of battery) are connected with the cables routed toward the right and back of the battery as shown in the figure. Do not push-start your Mazda. WARNING Never tow a vehicle to start it: Towing a vehicle to start it is dangerous.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page283 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (283,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Towing Towing Description We recommend that towing be done only by an Authorized Mazda Dealer or a commercial tow-truck service. Proper lifting and towing are necessary to prevent damage to the vehicle. Government and local laws must be followed. CAUTION Don't tow the vehicle pointed forward with driving wheels on the ground. This may cause internal damage to the transmission.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page284 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (284,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Towing Tiedown Hooks Rear CAUTION Don't use the tiedown hooks under the front and rear for towing. They are designed ONLY for tying down the vehicle when it's being transported. Using them for towing will damage the bumper. qTiedown Hooks 1. Remove the tiedown eyelet, lug wrench, and jack lever from the trunk (page 7-5). 2.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page285 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (285,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Towing Lug wrench Rear CAUTION If the tiedown eyelet is not securely tightened, it may loosen or disengage from the bumper when tying down the vehicle. Make sure that the tiedown eyelet is securely tightened to the bumper. 4. Hook the tying rope to the tiedown eyelet. Front Rear 7-29 Form No.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page286 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM In Case of an Emergency Emergency Towing Recreational Towing An example of “recreational towing” is towing your vehicle behind a motorhome. The transmission is not designed for towing this vehicle on all 4 wheels. When doing recreational towing refer to “Towing Description” (page 7-27) and “Tiedown Hooks” (page 7-28) and carefully follow the instructions. 7-30 Form No.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page287 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM 8 Black plate (287,1) Maintenance and Care How to keep your Mazda in top condition. Introduction .................................................................................. 8-2 Introduction ............................................................................... 8-2 Scheduled Maintenance ................................................................ 8-3 Scheduled Maintenance (North America) .................................
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page288 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (288,1) Maintenance and Care Introduction Introduction Be extremely careful and prevent injury to yourself and others or damage to your vehicle when using this manual for inspection and maintenance. If you're unsure about any procedure it describes, we strongly urge you to have a reliable and qualified service shop perform the work, preferably an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page289 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (289,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Scheduled Maintenance (North America) Follow Schedule 1 if the vehicle is operated mainly where none of the following conditions apply. If any do apply, follow Schedule 2 (Canada and Puerto Rico residents follow Schedule 2).
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page290 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (290,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance qSchedule 1 Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 ×1000 km 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 ×1000 miles 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page291 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (291,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 ×1000 km 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 ×1000 miles 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page292 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (292,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance qSchedule 2 Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 ×1000 km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 ×1000 miles 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 Maintenance Interval 48 96 60 ENGINE Drive belts (tension) I Engine valve clearance Puerto Rico Others Engine oil Engine oil filter COOLING SYSTEM FL22 type *1 Engine coolant Oth
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page293 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (293,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 ×1000 km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 ×1000 miles 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 48 96 60 CHASSIS and BODY Brake lines, hoses and connections Brake fluid level I I I I Disc brakes I Tire (Rotation) Tire inflation pressure and tire wear Flat tire r
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page294 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (294,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Scheduled Maintenance (Mexico) Follow Schedule 1 if the vehicle is operated mainly where none of the following conditions apply. If any do apply, follow Schedule 2.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page295 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (295,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance qSchedule 1 Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometers, whichever comes first Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 ×1000 km 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 ENGINE Drive belts (tension) I Engine valve clearance Engine oil Engine oil filter COOLING SYSTEM R R Cooling system Engine coolant I I FL22 type *1 I Audible inspect every 120,000 km, if noisy,
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page296 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (296,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometers, whichever comes first Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 ×1000 km 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 CHASSIS and BODY Brake lines, hoses and connections Brake fluid level I I I I I Brake fluid Disc brakes Tire (Rotation) Tire inflation pressure and tire wear Flat tire repair kit (if installed)*3 Steering opera
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page297 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (297,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance qSchedule 2 Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometers, whichever comes first Months 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30 33 ×1000 km 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 36 60 ENGINE Drive belts (tension) I Engine valve clearance Engine oil Engine oil filter COOLING SYSTEM R R Audible inspect every 120,000 km, if noisy, adjust R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R Cooling sy
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page298 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (298,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometers, whichever comes first Months 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30 33 ×1000 km 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 36 60 CHASSIS and BODY Brake lines, hoses and connections Brake fluid level I I I I I Brake fluid Disc brakes I I I I I I R I I Tire (Rotation) Tire inflation pressure and tire wear I I I Rotate every 10,000
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page299 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (299,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance (Cont.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page300 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (300,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometers, whichever comes first Months 39 42 45 48 51 54 57 60 63 66 69 72 ×1000 km 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 100 105 110 115 120 CHASSIS and BODY Brake lines, hoses and connections Brake fluid level I I Brake fluid Disc brakes I I I I I I I I I I R I I Tire (Rotation) Tire inflation pressure and tire wear I R Rotate every
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page301 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (301,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Scheduled Maintenance (Except North America and Mexico) NOTE l After the prescribed period, continue to follow the described maintenance at the recommended intervals. l As the result of visual examination or functional measurement of a system's operation (performance), correct, clean, or replace as required.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page302 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (302,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance qSchedule Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 ×1000 km 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 ×1000 miles 6.25 12.5 18.75 25 31.25 37.5 43.75 50 56.25 62.5 68.75 75 81.25 87.5 93.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page303 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (303,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 ×1000 km 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 160 ×1000 miles 6.25 12.5 18.75 25 31.25 37.5 43.75 50 56.25 62.5 68.75 75 81.25 87.5 93.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page304 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (304,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Owner Maintenance Schedule The owner or a qualified service technician should make these vehicle inspections at the indicated intervals to ensure safe and dependable operation. Bring any problem to the attention of an Authorized Mazda Dealer or qualified service technician as soon as possible.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page305 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (305,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Owner Maintenance Precautions Improper or incomplete service may result in problems. This section gives instructions only for items that are easy to perform. As explained in the Introduction (page 8-2), several procedures can be done only by a qualified service technician with special tools. Improper owner maintenance during the warranty period may affect warranty coverage.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page306 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (306,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance NOTE Once the engine coolant exceeds a preset temperature, an electrical cooling fan turns on. It will continue running for about 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to off. 8-20 Form No.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page307 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (307,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Engine Compartment Overview Engine oil filler cap Engine oil dipstick Washer fluid reservoir Battery Brake fluid reservoir / Clutch fluid reservoir (only for manual transmission model) Air filter Fuse block Power steering fluid cap Cooling system cap Engine coolant reservoir 8-21 Form No.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page308 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (308,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Engine Oil NOTE Changing the engine oil should be done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. qRecommended Oil Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil. Oil container labels provide important information. A chief contribution this type of oil makes to fuel economy is reducing the amount of fuel necessary to overcome engine friction.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page309 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (309,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance The quality designation SM, or ILSAC must be on the label. –30 –20 –10 –20 0 20 10 0 40 20 60 30 40 CAUTION 50 80 100 120 Don't add engine oil over Full. This may cause engine damage. 6. Make sure the O-ring on the dipstick is positioned properly before reinserting the dipstick.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page310 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (310,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Engine Coolant qInspecting Coolant Level WARNING Do not use a match or live flame in the engine compartment. DO NOT ADD COOLANT WHEN THE ENGINE IS HOT: A hot engine is dangerous. If the engine has been running, parts of the engine compartment can become very hot. You could be burned. Carefully inspect the engine coolant in the coolant reservoir, but do not open it.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page311 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (311,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance If it's at or near L, add enough coolant to the coolant reservoir to provide freezing and corrosion protection and to bring the level to F. CAUTION l Radiator coolant will damage paint. Rinse it off quickly if spilled. l Use only soft (demineralized) water in the coolant mixture. Water that contains minerals will cut down on the coolant's effectiveness. l Don't add only water.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page312 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (312,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Brake/Clutch Fluid qAdding Brake/Clutch Fluid qInspecting Brake/Clutch Fluid Level The brakes and clutch draw fluid from the same reservoir. Inspect the fluid level in the reservoir regularly. It should be kept at MAX. The level normally drops with accumulated distance, a condition associated with wear of brake and clutch linings.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page313 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (313,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Power Steering Fluid qInspecting Power Steering Fluid Level Washer Fluid qInspecting Washer Fluid Level WARNING CAUTION To avoid damage to the power steering pump, don't operate the vehicle for long periods when the power steering fluid level is low. NOTE Use specified power steering fluid (page 10-4).
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page314 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (314,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Inspect fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir; add fluid if necessary. Body Lubrication All moving points of the body, such as door and hood hinges and locks, should be lubricated each time the engine oil is changed. Use a nonfreezing lubricant on locks during cold weather. Make sure the hood's secondary latch keeps the hood from opening when the primary latch is released.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page315 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (315,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Wiper Blades CAUTION l Hot waxes applied by automatic car washers have been known to affect the wiper's ability to clean windows. l To prevent damage to the wiper blades, don't use gasoline, kerosene, paint thinner, or other solvents on or near them. 1. Raise the wiper arm and turn the blade assembly to expose the plastic locking clip.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page316 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (316,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 3. Remove the metal stiffeners from each blade rubber and install them in the new blade. CAUTION l Don't bend or discard the stiffeners. You need to use them again. l If the metal stiffeners are switched, the blade's wiping efficiency could be reduced. So don't use the driver's side metal stiffeners on the passenger's side, or vice versa.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page317 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (317,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Battery WARNING Wash hands after handling the battery and related accessories: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page318 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (318,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance WARNING Keep all flames, including cigarettes, and sparks away from open battery cells: Flames and sparks near open battery cells are dangerous. Hydrogen gas, produced during normal battery operation, could ignite and cause the battery to explode. An exploding battery can cause serious burns and injuries. 8-32 Form No.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page319 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (319,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance qBattery Maintenance NOTE l Remove the rubber hose first, and then battery cover before performing battery maintenance.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page320 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (320,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Tires For reasons of proper performance, safety, and better fuel economy, always maintain recommended tire inflation pressures and stay within the recommended load limits and weight distribution. WARNING The Tire Pressure Monitoring System í does not alleviate the need to check the tire condition every day, including whether the tires all look inflated properly.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page321 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (321,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance NOTE l Always check tire pressure when tires are cold. l Warm tires normally exceed recommended pressures. Don't release air from warm tires to adjust the pressure. l Underinflation can cause reduced fuel economy, uneven and accelerated tire wear, and poor sealing of the tire bead, which will deform the wheel and cause separation of tire from rim.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page322 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (322,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance CAUTION Limited-Slip Differential system; don't use the following: l Tires not of the designated size l Tires of different sizes or types at the same time l Tires not sufficiently inflated If these instructions aren't followed, the rotation of the left and right wheels will be different and will thus apply a constant load on the limited-slip differential.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page323 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (323,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance NOTE CAUTION Tires degrade over time, even when they are not being used on the road. It is recommended that tires generally be replaced when they are 6 years or older. Heat caused by hot climates or frequent high loading conditions can accelerate the aging process. Regarding the manufacturing week and year is indicated with 4 digit. Refer to The tire labeling on page 9-23.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page324 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Proper tire balancing provides the best riding comfort and helps reduce tread wear. Out-of-balance tires can cause vibration and uneven wear, such as cupping and flat spots. 8-38 Form No.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page325 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (325,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Light Bulbs High-mount brake light License plate lights Trunk light Reverse lights Rear turn signal lights Brake lights / Taillights Side-marker lights Overhead light Head lights (High beam) Parking light Front fog lights Headlights (Low beam) Front turn signal lights Side-marker lights Some models. 8-39 Form No.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page326 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (326,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance WARNING Do not replace the xenon fusion bulbs yourself: Replacing the xenon fusion bulbs yourself is dangerous. Because the xenon fusion bulbs require high voltage, you could receive an electric shock if the bulbs are handled incorrectly. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer when the replacement is necessary.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page327 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (327,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance NOTE l If the halogen bulb is accidentally touched, it should be cleaned with rubbing alcohol before being used. l Use the protective cover and carton of the replacement bulb to dispose of the old bulb promptly out of the reach of children. Low-beam bulbs (Xenon fusion bulbs) You cannot replace the low beam bulbs by yourself.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page328 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (328,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 5. Pull off the sealing cover. 6. Unhook the bulb retaining spring. NOTE l If the halogen bulb is accidentally touched, it should be cleaned with rubbing alcohol before being used. l Use the protective cover and carton for the replacement bulb to dispose of the old bulb promptly and out of the reach of children. l When reinstalling the sealing cover, make sure faces up.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page329 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (329,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 3. Turn the center section of the plastic retainers counterclockwise and remove them, then remove the mudguard. NOTE l If the halogen bulb is accidentally touched, it should be cleaned with rubbing alcohol before being used. l Use the protective cover and carton of the replacement bulb to dispose of the old bulb promptly out of the reach of children.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page330 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (330,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 3. Turn the center section of the plastic retainers counterclockwise and remove them, then remove the mudguard. 2. Disconnect the bulb from the socket. Removal Installation 3. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal. 4. Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it. 5. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page331 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (331,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket. 2. On the side the bulb is to be replaced, pull the center section of the plastic retainers and remove them, then remove the trunk side trim. Removal 4. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal. Brake lights/Taillights, Rear turn signal lights, Reverse lights 1.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page332 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (332,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance qReplacing Interior Light Bulbs Trunk light Overhead light 1. Wrap a flathead screwdriver with a soft cloth to prevent damage to the trim and gently insert it in the luggage compartment light as shown in the figure, and then remove the luggage compartment light unit. 1.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page333 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (333,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Fuses Your vehicle's electrical system is protected by fuses. If any lights, accessories, or controls don't work, inspect the appropriate circuit protector. If a fuse has blown, the inside element will be melted. 3. Pull the fuse straight out with the fuse puller provided on the inside of the engine compartment fuse block cover.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page334 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (334,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance CAUTION Always replace a fuse with one of the same rating. Otherwise you may damage the electric system. Replacing the fuses under the hood If the headlights or other electrical components do not work and the fuses in the cabin are normal, inspect the fuse block under the hood. If a fuse is blown, it must be replaced. Follow these steps: 3.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page335 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (335,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance qFuse Panel Description Fuse block (Engine compartment) DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 FAN FAN DEFOG H/CLEAN 5 ROOM 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 IG KEY2 HEATER ABS FOG R.FOG RHT L RHT R MAG ST TAIL ABS FUSE PROTECTED COMPONENT RATING 30 A Cooling fan 7.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page336 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (336,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance DESCRIPTION 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 8-50 BTN MAIN EGI INJ EGI COMP1 EGI COMP2 HEAD LOW L HEAD LOW R HEAD P.WIND ENGINE WIPER DRL HORN STOP ETV FUEL PUMP HAZARD P.WIND2 IG KEY1 FUSE RATING 30 A 120 A 10 A 10 A 10 A 15 A 15 A 15 A 20 A 15 A 20 A 15 A 15 A 10 A 10 A 15 A 10 A 20 A 40 A í Some models. Form No.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page337 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (337,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Fuse block (Driver's side) DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 ACC AUX PWR METER SEAT WARM ILLUMI A/C ENGINE ― M.DEF AUDIO D.LOCK SILEN ― ― ― ― FUSE RATING 7.5 A 15 A 15 A 20 A 7.5 A 7.5 A 7.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page338 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (338,1) Maintenance and Care Appearance Care How to Minimize Environmental Paint Damage The paintwork on your Mazda represents the latest technical developments in composition and methods of application. Environmental hazards, however, can harm the paint's protective properties, if proper care is not taken. Here are some examples of possible damage, with tips on how to prevent them.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page339 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (339,1) Maintenance and Care Appearance Care qWater Marks Occurrence Rain, fog, dew, and even tap water can contain harmful minerals such as salt and lime. If moisture containing these minerals settles on the vehicle and evaporates, the minerals will concentrate and harden to form white rings. The rings can damage your vehicle's finish.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page340 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (340,1) Maintenance and Care Appearance Care Exterior Care Follow all label and container directions when using a chemical cleaner or polish. Read all warnings and cautions. qMaintaining the Finish Washing To help protect the finish from rust and deterioration, wash your Mazda thoroughly and frequently, at least once a month, with lukewarm or cold water. If the vehicle is washed improperly, the paint surface could be scratched.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page341 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (341,1) Maintenance and Care Appearance Care Insects, tar, tree sap, bird droppings, industrial fallout, and similar deposits can damage the finish if not removed immediately. When prompt washing with plain water is ineffective, use a mild soap made for use on vehicles. 3. When waxing, coat evenly with the sponge supplied or a soft cloth. 4. Wipe off the wax with a soft cloth.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page342 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (342,1) Maintenance and Care Appearance Care CAUTION Don't use steel wool, abrasive cleaners, or strong detergents containing highly alkaline or caustic agents on chromeplated or anodized aluminum parts. This may result in damage to the protective coating and cause discoloration or paint deterioration.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page343 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (343,1) Maintenance and Care Appearance Care qConvertible Top Maintenance í The convertible top is made of a special high-grade material, but if it's not taken good care of, hardening, staining, and loss of luster will result. Maintain it under these guidelines. Appearance(Polyvinyl only) Dress the convertible top once a month after washing and drying it well.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page344 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (344,1) Maintenance and Care Appearance Care Interior Care CAUTION l Don't use an automatic car wash. qDashboard Precautions l Don't use strong soap, chemical detergents, or hot water, and don't wash the hardtop in direct sunlight or when the surface is warm. Prevent caustic solutions such as perfume and cosmetic oils from contacting the dashboard. They'll damage and discolor it.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page345 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM Black plate (345,1) Maintenance and Care Appearance Care Fabric Remove dust and loose dirt from fabric with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner. Clean it with a mild soap solution good for upholstery and carpets. Remove fresh spots immediately with a fabric spot cleaner. To keep the fabric looking clean and fresh, take care of it. Otherwise its color will be affected, it can be stained easily, and its fire-resistance may be reduced.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page346 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM 8-60 Form No.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page347 Monday, June 12 2006 12:58 AM 9 Black plate (347,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Important consumer information including warranties and add-on equipment. Customer Assistance ............................... Customer Assistance (U.S.A.) ............ Customer Assistance (Canada) ........... Customer Assistance (Puerto Rico) .... Customer Assistance (Mexico) ........... 9-2 9-2 9-4 9-7 9-8 Mazda Importer/Distributors ...............
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page348 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (348,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance Customer Assistance (U.S.A.) Your complete and permanent satisfaction is our business. We are here to serve you. All Authorized Mazda Dealers have the knowledge and the tools to keep your Mazda vehicle in top condition.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page349 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (349,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance In order to serve you efficiently and effectively, please help us by providing the following information: 1. Your name, address, and telephone number 2. Year and model of vehicle 3. Vehicle Identification Number (17 digits, noted on your registration or title or located on the upper driver's side corner of the dash) 4.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page350 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (350,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance Customer Assistance (Canada) qSatisfaction Review Process Your complete and permanent satisfaction is of primary concern to Mazda. All Authorized Mazda Dealers have both the knowledge and tools to keep your Mazda in top condition.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page351 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (351,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance Please recognize that the resolution of service problems in most cases requires the use of your Mazda dealer's service facilities, personnel and equipment. We urge you to follow the above three steps in sequence for most effective results.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page352 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (352,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance CAMVAP is fully implemented in all provinces and territories.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page353 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (353,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance Customer Assistance (Puerto Rico) Your complete and permanent satisfaction is our business. That is why all Authorized Mazda Dealers have the knowledge and the tools to keep your Mazda vehicle in top condition.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page354 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (354,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance Customer Assistance (Mexico) Your complete and permanent satisfaction is our business. We are here to serve you. All Authorized Mazda Dealers have the knowledge and the tools to keep your Mazda vehicle in top condition.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page355 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (355,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance By letter at: Attn: Customer Assistance Mazda North American Operations 7755 Irvine Center Drive Irvine, CA 92618-2922 P.O. Box 19734 Irvine, CA 92623-9734 In order to serve you efficiently and effectively, please help us by providing the following information: 1. Your name, address, and telephone number 2. Year and model of vehicle 3.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page356 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (356,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Mazda Importer/Distributors Importer/Distributor Distributor in Each Area qU.S.A. qCANADA Mazda North American Operations 7755 Irvine Center Drive Irvine, CA 92618-2922 U.S.A. P.O. Box 19734 Irvine, CA 92623-9734 U.S.A. TEL: 1 (800) 222-5500 (in U.S.A.) (949) 727-1990 (outside U.S.A.) Mazda Canada Inc.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page357 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (357,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Mazda Importer/Distributors Triple J Saipan, Inc. (d.b.a. Triple J Motors) P.O. Box 500487 Saipan, MP 96950-0487 TEL: (670) 234-7133/3051 qAMERICAN SAMOA Polynesia Motors, Inc. P.O. Box 1120, Pago Pago, American Samoa 96799 TEL: (684) 699-9347 9-11 Form No.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page358 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Warranty Warranties for Your Mazda l New Vehicle Limited Warranty l Distributor Major Component Limited Warranty (Canada only) l Safety Restraint System Limited Warranty l Anti-perforation Limited Warranty l Federal Emission Control Warranty (U.S.A. only) l l Emission Defect Warranty Emission Performance Warranty l California Emission Control Warranty (U.S.A.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page359 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (359,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Warranty Outside the United States and Canada Government regulations in the United States and Canada require that automobiles meet specific emission regulations and safety standards. Therefore, vehicles built for use in the United States, its territories, and Canada may differ from those sold in other countries.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page360 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (360,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Warranty Outside the United States Government regulations in the United States require that automobiles meet specific emission regulations and safety standards. Therefore, vehicles built for use in the United States may differ from those sold in other countries.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page361 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (361,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Warranty Outside Canada Government regulations in Canada require that automobiles meet specific emission regulations and safety regulations. Therefore, vehicles built for use in Canada may differ from those sold in other countries. The differences may make it difficult or even impossible for your vehicle to receive satisfactory servicing in other countries.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page362 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (362,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Warranty Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign Country (Except United States and Canada) Government regulations in your country could require that automobiles meet specific emission and safety standards. Vehicles built for your country may differ from those built for other countries.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page363 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (363,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Warranty Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Accessories Non-genuine parts and accessories for Mazda vehicles can be found in stores. These may fit your vehicle, but they are not approved by Mazda for use with Mazda vehicles. When you install non-genuine parts or accessories, they could affect your vehicle's performance or safety systems; the Mazda warranty doesn't cover this.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page364 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (364,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Cell Phones Cell Phones Warning WARNING Please comply with the legal regulations concerning the use of communication equipment in vehicles in your country: Use of any electrical devices such as cell phones, computers, portable radios, vehicle navigation or other devices by the driver while the vehicle is moving is dangerous.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page365 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (365,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Type Approval of Equipment Type Approval of Equipment (Mexico) Immobilizer system 9-19 Form No.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page366 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Type Approval of Equipment Keyless entry system 9-20 Form No.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page367 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (367,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS) Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS) This information relates to the tire grading system developed by the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for grading tires by tread wear, traction, and temperature performance.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page368 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (368,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS) WARNING Keep your vehicle's tires properly inflated and not overloaded: Driving with improperly inflated or overloaded tires is dangerous. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page369 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (369,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) Tire Labeling Federal law requires tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides a tire identification number for safety standard certification and in case of a recall.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page370 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (370,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) 11. Tread wear, traction and temperature grades 12. Max. permissible inflation pressure 13. SAFETY WARNING P215/65R15 95H is an example of a tire size and load index rating. Here is an explanation of the various components of that tire size and load index rating. Note that the tire size and load index rating may be different from the example.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page371 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (371,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) H “H” is the speed rating. The speed rating denotes the maximum speed for which the use of the tire is rated. Letter Rating Q R S T U H V W Y Speed Rating 99 mph 106 mph 112 mph 118 mph 124 mph 130 mph 149 mph 168* mph 186* mph * For tires with a maximum speed capability over 149 mph, tire manufacturers sometimes use the letters ZR.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page372 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (372,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) Tread Wear, Traction and Temperature Grades Tread wear: The tread wear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page373 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (373,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) qInformation on Temporary Tires Please refer to the diagram below. 1. Temporary tires 2. Nominal width of tire in millimeters 3. Ratio of height to width (aspect ratio) 4. Diagonal 5. Rim diameter code 6. Load index&speed symbol T115/70D 16 90M is an example of a tire size and load index rating.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page374 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (374,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) 70 “70” is the aspect ratio. This two-digit number indicates the tire's ratio of height to width. D “D” is the tire construction symbol. D indicates “diagonal ply construction”. 16 “16” is the wheel rim diameter in inches. 90 “90” is the Load Index. This two-or three-digit number indicates how much weight each tire can support.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page375 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (375,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) Location of the Tire Label (Placard) You will find the tire label containing tire inflation pressure by tire size and other important information on the driver's side B-pillar or on the edge of the driver's door frame.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page376 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (376,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) WARNING Always check the tire inflation pressures on a regular basis according to the recommended tire inflation pressure on the tire label and in conjunction with the information in this owner's manual: Driving your vehicle with under-inflated tires is dangerous.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page377 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (377,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) NOTE Warm tires normally exceed recommended pressures. Don't release air from warm tires to adjust the pressure. Under-inflation can cause serious failures and accidents. Over-inflation can produce a harsh ride and the greater possibility of damage from road hazards.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page378 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (378,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) Tire Maintenance Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wear abnormally. Here are some important maintenance points: qTire Inflation Pressure Inspect all tire pressure monthly (including the spare) when the tires are cold. Maintain recommended pressures for the best ride, top handling, and minimum tire wear.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page379 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (379,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) CAUTION Rotate unidirectional tires and radial tires that have an asymmetrical tread pattern or studs only from front to rear, not from side to side. Tire performance will be weakened if rotated from side to side.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page380 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (380,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) NOTE Tires degrade over time, even when they are not being used on the road. It is recommended that tires generally be replaced when they are 6 years or older. Heat caused by hot climates or frequent high loading conditions can accelerate the aging process. Regarding the manufacturing week and year is indicated with 4 digit.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page381 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (381,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) Vehicle Loading WARNING Do not taw a trailer with this vehicle: Towing a trailer with this vehicle is dangerous because it has not been designed to tow a trailer and doing so will affect the drive system which could result in vehicle damage.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page382 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (382,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) Base Curb Weight is the weight of the vehicle including a full tank of fuel and all standard equipment. It does not include passengers, cargo, or optional equipment. Vehicle Curb Weight is the weight of your new vehicle when you picked it up from your dealer plus any aftermarket equipment.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page383 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (383,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) SAMPLE CARGO Cargo Weight includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load or king pin weight is also part of cargo weight. The cargo weight limit decreases depending on the number of vehicle occupants.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page384 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (384,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page385 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (385,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) SAMPLE WARNING Exceeding Axle Weight Rating Limits: Exceeding the Safety Certification Label axle weight rating limits is dangerous and could result in death or serious injury as a result of substandard vehicle handling, performance, engine, transmission and/or structural damage, serious damage to the vehicle, or loss of control.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page386 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (386,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) GCW GCW (Gross Combination Weight) is the weight of the loaded vehicle (GVW) plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer. GCWR (Gross Combination Weight Rating) is the maximum allowable weight of the vehicle and the loaded trailer - including all cargo and passengers - that the vehicle can handle without risking damage.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page387 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (387,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) WARNING Exceeding GVWR or GAWR Specifications: Exceeding the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certification label is dangerous. Exceeding any vehicle rating limitation could result in a serious accident, injury, or damage to the vehicle.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page388 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (388,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) Steps for Determining the Correct Load Limit: Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit: (1) Locate the statement “The combination weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs” on your vehicle's placard. (2) Determine the combination weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page389 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (389,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.A.) If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mazda Motor Corporation (Your Mazda Importer/Distributor).
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page390 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (390,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects (Canada) Canadian customers who wish to report a safety-related defect to Transport Canada, Defect Investigations and Recalls, may telephone the toll free hotline 1-800-333-0510, or contact Transport Canada by mail at: Transport Canada, ASFAD, Place de Ville Tower C, 330 Sparks Street, Ottawa ON K1A 0N5.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page391 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (391,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Service Publications Service Publications Factory-authorized Mazda service publications are available for owners who wish to do some of their own maintenance and repair. When requesting any of our publications through an Authorized Mazda Dealer, refer to the chart below. If they don't have what you need in stock, they can order it for you.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page392 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM 9-46 Form No.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page393 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM 10 Black plate (393,1) Specifications Technical information about your Mazda. Identification Numbers ............................................................... 10-2 Vehicle Information Labels ..................................................... 10-2 Specifications ............................................................................... 10-4 Specifications .........................................................................
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page394 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (394,1) Identification Numbers Vehicle Information Labels qChassis Number qVehicle Identification Number The vehicle identification number legally identifies your vehicle. The number is on a plate attached to the cowl panel located on the left corner of the dashboard. This plate can easily be seen through the windshield. qVehicle Emission Control Information Label qMotor Vehicle Safety Standard Label 10-2 Form No.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page395 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (395,1) Identification Numbers qTire Pressure Label qEngine Number Forward 10-3 Form No.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page396 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (396,1) Specifications Specifications qEngine Item Type Bore×Stroke Displacement Compression ratio Specification DOHC-16V in-line, 4-cylinder 87.5 × 83.1 mm (3.44 × 3.27 in) 1,999 ml (1,999 cc, 122.0 cu in) 10.8 qElectrical System Item Battery Spark-plug number Spark-plug gap Classification 12V-36AH/5HR L3G2 18 110*1, L3Y1 18 110 1.25―1.35 mm (0.050―0.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page397 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (397,1) Specifications qCapacities (Approximate Quantities) Engine oil Item With oil filter replacement Without oil filter replacement Capacity 4.3 L (4.5 US qt, 3.8 Imp qt) 3.9 L (4.1 US qt, 3.4 Imp qt) Coolant 7.5 L (7.9 US qt, 6.6 Imp qt) 2.0 L (2.1 US qt, 1.8 Imp qt) 2.1 L (2.2 US qt, 1.8 Imp qt) 7.4 L (7.8 US qt, 6.5 Imp qt) 0.7 L (0.7 US qt, 0.6 Imp qt) 48 L (12.7 US gal, 10.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page398 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (398,1) Specifications qLight Bulbs Exterior light Light bulb High beam Headlights Low beam Halogen Xenon fusion Front turn signal lights Parking lights Fog lights í Side-marker lights High-mount brake light*1 Rear turn signal lights Brake lights/Taillights (Rear side-marker lights) Reverse lights License plate lights Category ECE R (SAE) H9 (―) H7 (―) D2S (―) WY21W (―) W5W (―) H11 (―) ― (―) ― (―) WY21W (―) W21/5W (#7443) W16W
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page399 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (399,1) Specifications qFuses Refer to the fuse rating on page 8-47. 10-7 Form No.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page400 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM 10-8 Form No.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page401 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM 11 Black plate (401,1) Index 11-1 Form No.
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page402 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (402,1) Index A B Accessory Socket .............................. 6-47 Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Accessories ....................................... 9-17 Advanced Key ..................................... 3-2 Advanced key maintenance ......... 3-5 Advanced key suspend function ...................................... 3-17 Auxiliary key .............................. 3-17 Locking, unlocking with request switch ..................
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page403 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (403,1) Index C E Convertible Top Power Retractable Hardtop ........ 3-54 Soft Top ...................................... 3-41 Cruise Control ................................... 5-20 Cup Holder ........................................ 6-44 Customer Assistance ........................... 9-2 Engine Coolant ....................................... 8-24 Exhaust gas .................................. 4-4 Hood release ...............
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page404 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (404,1) Index F I Fuses ................................................. 8-47 Panel description ........................ 8-49 Replacement ............................... 8-47 Instrument Cluster ............................. 5-33 Interior Care ...................................... 8-58 Interior Lights ................................... 6-43 G J Glove Box ......................................... 6-45 Jump-Starting .......
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page405 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (405,1) Index O S Odometer and Trip Meter .................. 5-34 Outside Mirrors ................................. 3-78 Overhead Lights ................................ 6-43 Overheating ....................................... 7-19 Overloading ...................................... 4-10 Seat Belt System 3-point type .................................. 2-8 Automatic locking ........................ 2-7 Belt minder ...............
MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page406 Monday, June 12 2006 12:59 AM Black plate (406,1) Index T V Tiedown Hook .......................................... 7-28 Tire Information ................................ 9-23 Tire Pressure Monitoring System ...... 5-27 System error activation .............. 5-30 Tire pressure monitoring system warning light .............................. 5-28 Tires and wheels ......................... 5-31 Tires Flat Tire ........................................
