MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page1 Friday, March 28 2014 3:37 PM Form No.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page2 Friday, March 28 2014 3:37 PM Form No.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page3 Friday, March 28 2014 3:37 PM 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page4 Friday, March 28 2014 3:37 PM 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. NOTE 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page5 Friday, March 28 2014 3:37 PM 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page6 Friday, March 28 2014 3:37 PM Form No.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page7 Friday, March 28 2014 3:37 PM 1 Black plate (7,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda. Interior Overview .......................................................................... Interior Equipment (View A) .................................................... Interior Equipment (View B) .................................................... Interior Equipment (View C) ....................................................
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page8 Friday, March 28 2014 3:37 PM Black plate (8,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior Overview Interior Equipment (View A) Door-lock knob .................................................................................................. page 3-31 DSC OFF switch ............................................................................................... page 5-28 Lighting control ...............................................................................................
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page9 Friday, March 28 2014 3:37 PM Black plate (9,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior Overview Interior Equipment (View B) Audio control switch ......................................................................................... page 6-56 SRS air bags ...................................................................................................... page 2-25 Cruise control switch ........................................................................................
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page10 Friday, March 28 2014 3:37 PM Black plate (10,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior Overview Interior Equipment (View C) Windblocker ...................................................................................................... page 6-86 Convertible top unlock lever .............................................................................. page 3-45 Seat side box ..................................................................................................
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page11 Friday, March 28 2014 3:37 PM Black plate (11,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Exterior Overview Front Hood .................................................................................................................. page 3-41 Windshield wiper blades .................................................................................... page 8-26 Convertible top (Power retractable hardtop) ......................................................
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page12 Friday, March 28 2014 3:37 PM Black plate (12,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Exterior Overview Rear Trunk lid ............................................................................................................ page 3-33 Antenna ............................................................................................................. page 6-14 Doors and keys ..................................................................................................
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page13 Friday, March 28 2014 3:37 PM 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 ............................................................................................... Seats .......................................................................................... Non-Adjustable Head Restraints ............................................... Seat Warmer í ...
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page14 Friday, March 28 2014 3:37 PM 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page15 Friday, March 28 2014 3:37 PM Black plate (15,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats qSeat Recline WARNING Do not drive with either front seat reclined: Sitting in a reclined position while the vehicle is moving is dangerous because you do not get the full protection from seat belts. During sudden braking or a collision, you can slide under the lap belt and suffer serious internal injuries. For maximum protection, sit well back and upright.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page16 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (16,1) 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. qHeight Adjustment (Driver's Seat) í To adjust the seat height, move the lever up or down.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page17 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (17,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats Seat Warmer í The driver and passenger seats can be warmed by rotating the applicable seat warmer dial while the ignition is switched ON. The seat temperature increases as the number on the dial increases. When the seat warmers are not in use, rotate the seat warmer dials to 0. WARNING Ø Be careful when using the seat warmer.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page18 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Essential Safety Equipment Seats NOTE Use the seat warmer when the engine is running, and do not continue to use it for a long period of time. 2-6 Form No.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page19 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (19,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page20 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (20,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems WARNING Always wear your seat belt and make sure all occupants are properly restrained: Not wearing a seat belt is extremely dangerous. During a collision, occupants not wearing seat belts could hit someone or things inside the vehicle or even be thrown out of the vehicle. They could be seriously injured or even killed.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page21 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (21,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems CAUTION Belt retraction may become difficult if the belts and seat belt guides are soiled, so try to keep them clean. For more details about cleaning the seat belts, refer to “Cleaning the Lap/Shoulder Belt Webbing” (page 8-61). Seat belt guide qPregnant Women and Persons with Serious Medical Conditions Pregnant women should always wear seat belts.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page22 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (22,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems qAutomatic Locking Mode To enable seat belt automatic locking mode, pull it all the way out and connect it as instructed on the child-restraint system. It will retract down to the child-restraint system and stay locked on it. See the section on child restraint (page 2-18). 2-10 Form No.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page23 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (23,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Seat Belt WARNING 3. Insert the seat belt tongue into the seat belt buckle until you hear a click sound. 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page24 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (24,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems qSeat Belt Caution Label 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.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page25 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (25,1) 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. Pretensioners: In moderate or severe frontal or nearfrontal accidents, the air bag and pretensioner systems deploy simultaneously.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page26 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (26,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page27 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (27,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Seat Belt Extender If your seat belt is not long enough, even when fully extended, a seat belt extender may be available to you at no charge from your Authorized Mazda Dealer. This extender will be only for you and for the particular vehicle and seat. Even if it plugs into other seat belts, it may not hold in the critical moment of a crash.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page28 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (28,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Do not leave a seat belt extender connected to the buckle: Leaving a seat belt extender connected to the buckle without using the seat belt is dangerous.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page29 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (29,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Seat Belt Reminder If the vehicle is driven with the driver or front passenger's seat belt unfastened, the seat belt warning light illuminates and a warning chime sounds.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page30 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (30,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page31 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (31,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint Passenger seat weight sensors These sensors deactivate the passenger front and side air bags and also the passenger seat belt pretensioner system when the passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page32 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (32,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint Refer to Passenger Seat Weight Sensors on page 2-37. Seating a child in a child-restraint system on the passenger seat is dangerous under certain conditions: This vehicle is equipped with both a passenger seat weight sensor and a passenger air bag deactivation indicator light (page 2-37).
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page33 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (33,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint Do not allow a child to lean over or against the side window of a vehicle with side air bags: Allowing anyone to lean over or against the door is dangerous. If the vehicle is equipped with side air bags, the impact of an inflating side air bag could cause serious injury or death to the person.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page34 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (34,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint Child-Restraint System Installation Position Child seat A child seat restrains a child's body using the harness. In this owner's manual, explanation of child-restraint systems is provided for the following three types of popular childrestraint systems: infant seat, child seat, booster seat. NOTE l l Installation position is determined by the type of child-restraint system.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page35 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (35,1) 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. NOTE Follow the child-restraint system manufacturer's instructions carefully.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page36 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint WARNING Always make sure the passenger air bag deactivation indicator light is illuminated: Seating a child in a child-restraint system that is installed on the passenger seat with the passenger air bag deactivation indicator light not illuminated is extremely dangerous. In an accident, an air bag could inflate and cause serious injuries or even death to the child seated in the child-restraint system.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page37 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (37,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Precautions The front and side supplemental restraint systems (SRS) include up to 4 air bags. Please verify the air bags equipped on your vehicle by locating the “SRS AIRBAG” location indicators. These indicators are visible in the area where the air bags are installed.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page38 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (38,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Small children must be protected by a child-restraint system as stipulated by law in every state and province. In certain states and provinces, larger children must use a child-restraint system (page 2-18).
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page39 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (39,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Do not attach objects on or around the area where driver and passenger air bags deploy: Attaching an object to the driver and passenger air bag modules or placing something in front of them is dangerous. In an accident, an object could interfere with air bag inflation and injure the occupants.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page40 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (40,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Do not modify the supplemental restraint system: Modifying the components or wiring of the supplemental restraint system is dangerous. You could accidentally activate it or make it inoperable. Do not make any modifications to the supplemental restraint system. This includes installing trim, badges, or anything else over the air bag modules.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page41 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (41,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Supplemental Restraint System Components Driver/Passenger inflators and air bags Crash sensor, and diagnostic module (SAS unit) Seat belt pretensioner and load limiting systems (page 2-13) Front air bag sensor Side crash sensors í Air bag/seat belt pretensioner system warning light (page 2-32) Side inflators and air bags í Passenger air bag deactivation indicator light (page 2-37) Pa
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page42 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (42,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags How the SRS Air Bags Work Your Mazda is equipped with the following types of SRS air bags. SRS air bags are designed to work together with the seat belts to help to reduce injuries during an accident. The SRS air bags are designed to provide further protection for passengers in addition to the seat belt functions. Be sure to wear seat belts properly.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page43 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (43,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags qPassenger Air Bag The passenger air bag is mounted in the passenger dashboard. The inflation mechanism for the passenger air bag is the same as the driver's air bag, as mentioned above. For more details about air bag deployment, refer to “SRS Air Bag Deployment Criteria” (page 2-34).
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page44 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (44,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags qSide Air Bags í The side air bags are mounted in the outboard sides of the front seatbacks. When the air bag crash sensors detect a side impact of greater than moderate force, the system inflates the side air bag only on the side in which the vehicle was hit.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page45 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (45,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags WARNING Never tamper with the air bag/pretensioner systems and always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform all servicing and repairs: Self-servicing or tampering with the systems is dangerous. An air bag/pretensioner could accidentally activate or become disabled causing serious injury or death. 2-33 Form No.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page46 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (46,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags SRS Air Bag Deployment Criteria This chart indicates the applicable SRS equipment that will deploy depending on the type of collision. (The illustrations are the representative cases of collisions.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page47 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (47,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Limitations to SRS Air Bag In severe collisions such as those described previously in “SRS Air Bag Deployment Criteria”, the applicable SRS air bag equipment will deploy. However, in some accidents, the equipment may not deploy depending on the type of collision and its severity.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page48 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Roll-over 2-36 Form No.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page49 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (49,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Driver and Passenger Occupant Classification System First, please read “Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Precautions” (page 2-25) carefully. qDriver Seat Slide Position Sensor Your vehicle is equipped with a driver seat slide position sensor as a part of the supplemental restraint system. The sensor is located under the driver seat.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page50 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (50,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Passenger air bag deactivation indicator light This indicator light illuminates to remind you that the passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner will not deploy during a collision. If the passenger weight sensors are normal, the indicator light illuminates when the ignition is switched ON. The light turns off after a few seconds.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page51 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (51,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags WARNING Do not decrease the total seated weight on the passenger seat: When an adult or large child sits on the passenger seat, decreasing the total seated weight on the passenger seat required for air bag deployment is dangerous.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page52 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (52,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags CAUTION Ø To assure proper deployment of the front air bag and to prevent damage to the sensors in the seat bottoms: Ø Do not place sharp objects on the seat bottoms or leave heavy luggage on them. Ø Do not spill any liquids on the seats or under the seats.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page53 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (53,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Monitoring and Maintenance qConstant Monitoring The following components of the air bag systems are monitored by a diagnostic system: l l l l l l l l l l l Crash sensors, and diagnostic module (SAS unit) Front air bag sensor Air bag modules Side crash sensors í Air bag/Seat belt pretensioner system warning light Seat belt pretensioners Related wiring Front passenger air bag deactivat
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page54 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (54,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page55 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM 3 Black plate (55,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page56 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (56,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System Advanced Keys í The advanced keyless functions (advanced keyless entry and start system) enable 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page57 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (57,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System Lock button Unlock button Trunk button Panic button Operation indicator light Auxiliary key Key code number plate A code number is stamped on the plate attached to the key set; detach this plate and store it in a safe place (not in the vehicle) for use if you need to make a replacement key.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page58 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (58,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System CAUTION Ø Because the advanced key uses low-intensity radio waves, it may not function correctly under the following conditions: Ø The advanced key is carried with communication devices such as cellular phones. Ø The advanced key contacts or is covered by a metal object. Ø The advanced key is near electronic devices such as personal computers or cell phones.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page59 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (59,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System qAdvanced Key Maintenance CAUTION Ø Make sure the battery is installed with the correct pole facing upward. Battery leakage could occur if it is not installed correctly.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page60 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (60,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System 3. Insert the small, flathead screwdriver into the gap between the cover and the transmitter, and then rotate the screwdriver to detach the cover. 5. Insert a new battery with the positive pole facing up, and then cover the battery with the battery cap. 6. Close the cover. 4. Remove the battery cap, then remove the battery. 7. Reinsert the auxiliary key.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page61 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (61,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System CAUTION Ø Be careful not to allow the rubber ring shown in the figure to be scratched or damaged. Ø If the rubber ring detaches, reattach it before inserting a new battery.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page62 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (62,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System Opening the trunk lid The operational range for opening the trunk lid is an area of up to 80 cm (31 in) from the center of the trunk lid. NOTE l l Exterior transmitter The trunk is out of the operational range, however, starting the engine may be possible.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page63 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (63,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System To lock To lock the doors, press the request switch. A beep sound will be heard once and the hazard warning lights will flash once. Passenger door request switch To unlock the doors, press the request switch. A beep sound will be heard twice and the hazard warning lights will flash twice.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page64 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (64,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System NOTE l l l l l Confirm that both doors are securely locked. Both doors cannot be locked when any door is open. A beep sound is heard for confirmation when the doors are locked/unlocked using the request switch. If you prefer, the beep sound can be turned off. Refer to Setting Change (Function Customization) on page 3-21.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page65 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (65,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System qStarting the Engine WARNING Ignition switch positions As there is no traditional key, some of the ignition switch functions are different. Start knob OFF―Knob Released The power supply to electrical devices is turned off. OFF―Knob Depressed The ignition can be switched to ACC when the KEY indicator light (green) illuminates in the instrument cluster.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page66 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (66,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System ON This is the normal running position after the engine is started. The warning lights (except brakes) should be inspected before the engine is started (page 5-41). Starting the engine NOTE l NOTE When the ignition is switched ON, the sound of the fuel pump motor operating near the fuel tank can be heard. This does not indicate an abnormality.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page67 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (67,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System 5. (Manual transmission) Depress the clutch pedal all the way and shift into neutral. Keep the clutch pedal depressed while cranking the engine. (Automatic transmission) Put the vehicle in park (P). If you must restart the engine while the vehicle is moving, shift into neutral (N). 7.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page68 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (68,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System 9. Switch the ignition from ACC to START and hold (up to 10 seconds at a time) until the engine starts. NOTE l CAUTION Do not try the starter for more than 10 seconds at a time. If the engine stalls or fails to start, wait 10 seconds before trying again. Otherwise, you may damage the starter and drain the battery. 10.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page69 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (69,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System Operation Using Advanced Key Functions Transmitter Lock button Operation indicator light qKeyless Entry System Unlock button This system uses the more traditional keyless entry buttons to remotely lock and unlock the doors and opens the trunk lid, and opens the power windows. It can also help you signal for attention. Press the buttons slowly and carefully.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page70 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (70,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System NOTE l l Both doors cannot be locked when either door is open. Confirm that both doors are locked visually or audibly by use of the double click. Unlock button To unlock the driver's door, press the unlock button. A beep will be heard twice and the hazard warning lights will flash twice.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page71 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (71,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System Declaration of Conformity Keyless entry system 3-17 Form No.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page72 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (72,1) 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. Locking, unlocking the doors The doors can be locked/unlocked using the auxiliary key, refer to Locking, Unlocking with Key (page 3-30).
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page73 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (73,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page74 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (74,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System l l The ignition has not been switched off. The auxiliary key is inserted into the ignition switch. qAdvanced Key Battery Dead Warning When the ignition is switched to ACC or switched off from ON, the KEY indicator light (green) flashes for approximately 30 seconds indicating that the remaining battery power is low.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page75 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (75,1) 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 Auto-lock function*2 Function KEY indicator light (green) flashes to indicate that the advanced key battery power is low.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page76 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (76,1) 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 3-19). Warning When a door is open, a continuous beep sound will be heard.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page77 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (77,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Keys (without Advanced Key) Without keyless entry system WARNING Do not leave the key 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.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page78 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (78,1) 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. CAUTION To avoid damage to the transmitter, do not: Ø Drop the transmitter.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page79 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (79,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qTransmitter NOTE l Lock button Unlock button Panic button l Operation indicator light Trunk button NOTE The unlock button can be used to open the power windows. Refer to Opening the Power Windows from Outside (page 3-38). The operation indicator light flashes when the buttons are pressed. l l Doors can be locked by pressing the lock button while a door is open.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page80 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (80,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Trunk button To open the trunk, press the trunk button for more than 1 second. NOTE l l (With power retractable hardtop) The trunk lid can only be opened when the power retractable hardtop is fully opened/ closed. Open/close the power retractable hardtop completely before opening the trunk lid.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page81 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (81,1) 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.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page82 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qService If you have a problem with the keyless entry system, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. If your transmitter is lost or stolen, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible for a replacement and to make the lost or stolen transmitter inoperative. CAUTION Radio equipment like this is governed by laws in the United States.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page83 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (83,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qDeclaration of Conformity Keyless entry system 3-29 Form No.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page84 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (84,1) 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.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page85 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (85,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qLocking, Unlocking with Transmitter (with Retractable Type Key) The doors can be locked/unlocked by operating the keyless entry system transmitter, refer to Keyless Entry System (page 3-24). To lock any door with the door-lock knob from the outside, press the door-lock knob to the lock position and close the door. This does not operate the other door locks.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page86 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (86,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qPower Door Locks í Vehicle lock-out prevention (With advanced key) The vehicle lock-out prevention feature prevents you from locking yourself out of the vehicle. Both doors will automatically unlock if they are locked using the power door locks with any door open. (With retractable type key) The vehicle lock-out prevention feature prevents you from locking yourself out of the vehicle.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page87 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (87,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page88 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (88,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks CAUTION Do not open the trunk while the power retractable hardtop is opening/closing. The power retractable hardtop and trunk lid mechanisms could be damaged.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page89 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (89,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks With the switch in the OFF position, the remote release button cannot be operated. To open the trunk lid when the switch is in the OFF position, do one of the following: l Press the request switch on the trunk lid. l Press the trunk button on the transmitter. l Open the trunk with the auxiliary key.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page90 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (90,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks WARNING Close the trunk lid and do not allow children to play inside the vehicle: Leaving the trunk lid open or leaving children in the vehicle with the keys is dangerous. Children could open the trunk lid and climb inside resulting in possible injury or death from heat exposure.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page91 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (91,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Power Windows The ignition must be switched ON for the power windows to operate. WARNING Make sure the opening is clear before closing a window: Closing power windows are dangerous. A person's hands, head, or even neck could be caught by the window and result in serious injury or even death. This warning applies especially to children.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page92 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (92,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qOperating the Driver's Side Power Window (Type B) qOperating the Passenger Power Window (Type B) Normal opening/closing To open the window to the desired position, hold down the switch. To close the window to the desired position, pull up the switch. To open the window to the desired position, lightly hold down the switch.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page93 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (93,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 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. If you see the vehicle is in a secure area, you can open the both windows as you approach the vehicle to get the air moving before you even step into the hot vehicle.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page94 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (94,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap WARNING When removing the fuel-filler cap, loosen the cap slightly and wait for any hissing to stop. Then remove it: Fuel spray is dangerous. Fuel can burn skin and eyes and cause illness if ingested. Fuel spray is released when there is pressure in the fuel tank and the fuel-filler cap is removed too quickly.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page95 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (95,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks To close the fuel-filler cap, turn it clockwise until two or more clicks are heard. Close Open Hood WARNING 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page96 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (96,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 3. Grasp the support rod in the padded area and secure it in the support rod hole indicated by the arrow to hold the hood open. qClosing the Hood 1. Check under the hood area to make certain all filler caps are in place and all loose items (e.g. tools, oil containers, etc.) have been removed. 2.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page97 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (97,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page98 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (98,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks l l l l l l l 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. 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.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page99 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (99,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks NOTE To lower the convertible top from inside the vehicle, use the convertible top's handles. 8. After the convertible top has been folded down, press the back end of the folded down convertible top until a click sound is heard, then the front end. Lightly rock the retracted convertible top to make sure it is securely locked. Convertible top's handles 7.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page100 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (100,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 4. Pull the unlock lever outward to disengage the lock. NOTE To raise the convertible top from inside the vehicle, use the convertible top's handles. Unlock lever Convertible top's handles 5. Standing outside of the vehicle, hold the convertible top along the center edge and pull it towards the vehicle front. Center edge 6.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page101 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (101,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks CAUTION Driving with the convertible top not fully locked could damage the convertible top. If the red indicator is visible on the lock release button, the convertible top is not locked. After locking the convertible top, verify that the red indicator is not visible.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page102 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (102,1) 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 3-48 í Some models. Form No.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page103 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (103,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page104 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (104,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks l l l l l l l l Before opening or closing the hardtop, stop in a safe place off the right-of-way and park on a level surface. When opening the hardtop, make sure objects inside the vehicle are not blown away by the wind. Secure all loose objects inside before driving with the hardtop down.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page105 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (105,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qOpening the Power Retractable Hardtop 7. Press and hold the open button until the hardtop opens completely. 1. Park on a level surface off the right-ofway. 2. Put a vehicle with an automatic transmission in Park (P), a manual transmission in Neutral. 3. Apply the parking brake with the brake pedal depressed. 4. Start the Engine.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page106 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (106,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 9. The hardtop opens. qClosing the Power Retractable Hardtop 1. Park on a level surface off the right-ofway. 2. Put a vehicle with an automatic transmission in Park (P), a manual transmission in Neutral. 3. Apply the parking brake with the brake pedal depressed. 4. Start the Engine. 10. The hardtop retracts under the deck. NOTE Do not open/close the hardtop with the engine stopped.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page107 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (107,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 6. The deck opens. 8. The hardtop closes. NOTE 9. The deck closes. If the windows are closed, the windows automatically open partially when the deck opens. 7. The hardtop comes out from under the deck. NOTE l l When the operation is finished, a beep sound is heard and the operation indicator light illuminates. The power windows cannot be closed automatically. 3-53 Form No.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page108 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (108,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 10. 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. Striker NOTE l l The operation indicator light turns off when the top latch hook is locked. If the hardtop is not closed properly even with the top latch locked, contact Mazda to have it inspected.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page109 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (109,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks CAUTION Ø Do not drive the vehicle with the hardtop open halfway. Ø Do not perform the procedure in a strong wind as it could cause an unexpected accident. Ø Two adults are required to perform the procedure, especially when lifting up the hardtop. Do not do it alone so as not to cause injury or vehicle damage.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page110 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (110,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks NOTE l l The gear units on both sides have to be unlocked to release the deck before it is raised manually. Because the deck is heavy, two adults are required to raise it. The following describes the procedure for the gear unit on one side. Perform the procedure on both sides. 3.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page111 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (111,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks NOTE l l After the bolt is clear of the hole, keep the Allen wrench level while pulling it out with the bolt attached so as to prevent the bolt from hitting the vehicle and dropping. Bring the removed bolt to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. If you drop the bolt in the vehicle by mistake, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 9. Press the eyebolt against the sector gear.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page112 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (112,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 13. Lift up the deck using two adults, one on each side of the vehicle, and open the deck completely. Closing the hardtop CAUTION Ø The procedure should be done by at least two adults. Do not do it alone so as not to cause injury or vehicle damage.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page113 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (113,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page114 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (114,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks To the outside of the vehicle 5. Lightly pushing the deck downward, pull the ropes to the rear along both sides of the trunk to hold the deck down. NOTE Pull the ropes horizontally to the vehicle rear. Links Rope Rope NOTE Always route the one end of the rope to the inside of the vehicle.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page115 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (115,1) 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. 8. Tie off the other side rope the same way. 9. Close the trunk lid. After finishing the procedure After finishing the procedure, have the hardtop checked at an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page116 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (116,1) 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. Warning What to check Make sure that all the conditions for operating the retractable hardtop have been met.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page117 Friday, March 28 2014 3:38 PM Black plate (117,1) 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 advanced key, the engine will not start, thereby helping to prevent the theft of your vehicle.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page118 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Knowing Your Mazda Security System Ø Devices for electronic purchases, or security passage which touch or come near the auxiliary key. NOTE l l 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page119 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (119,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System Declaration of Conformity 3-65 Form No.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page120 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (120,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System qOperation Arming NOTE l The system is armed when the ignition is switched from ON to ACC or OFF. The security indicator light in the instrument cluster flashes every two seconds until the system is disarmed. l Disarming The system is disarmed when the ignition is switched ON with the registered advanced key.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page121 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (121,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System qModification and Add-On Equipment Mazda cannot guarantee the immobilizer system's operation if the system has been modified or if any add-on equipment has been installed. CAUTION To avoid damage to your vehicle, do not modify the system or install any add-on equipment to the immobilizer system or the vehicle.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page122 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (122,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System CAUTION When starting the engine do not allow the following, as the engine may not start due to the electronic signal from the ignition key not being transmitted correctly. Ø A key ring rests on the key grip. NOTE l l l Ø Metal parts of other keys or metal objects touch the key grip.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page123 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (123,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System Declaration of Conformity 3-69 Form No.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page124 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (124,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System qOperation Arming The system is armed when the ignition is switched from ON to ACC or OFF. The security indicator light in the instrument cluster flashes every two seconds until the system is disarmed. NOTE l l l Disarming The system is disarmed when the ignition is switched ON with the correct ignition key.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page125 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (125,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System Theft-Deterrent System í If the theft deterrent system detects an inappropriate entry into the vehicle, which could result in the vehicle or its contents being stolen, the alarm alerts the surrounding area of an abnormality by sounding the horn and flashing the hazard warning lights. Refer to Operation on page 3-71.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page126 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (126,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System NOTE NOTE Locking the doors with the inside door-lock knob will not arm the system. If you have any problem with the theftdeterrent system, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 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.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page127 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (127,1) 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.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page128 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (128,1) Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors 2. Depress the mirror switch in the appropriate direction. Selector switch Outside mirror Mirror switch After adjusting the mirror, lock the control by placing the selector switch in the center position. qRearview Mirror WARNING Do not stack cargo or objects higher than the seatbacks: Cargo stacked higher than the seatbacks is dangerous.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page129 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (129,1) Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors Reducing glare from headlights Manual day/night mirror Push the day/night lever forward for day driving. Pull it back to reduce glare of headlights from cars at the rear. NOTE l Do not use glass cleaner or suspend objects on or around the light sensor. Otherwise, light sensor sensitivity will be affected and may not operate normally.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page130 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM 3-76 Form No.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page131 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM 4 Black plate (131,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page132 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (132,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page133 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (133,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page134 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (134,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page135 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (135,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Before Starting the Engine Before Getting In l l l l Be sure the windows, outside mirrors, and outside lights are clean. Inspect inflation pressures and condition of tires. Look under the vehicle for any sign of fluid leaks. If you plan to back up, make sure nothing is in your way. NOTE Engine oil, engine coolant, brake/clutch fluid, washer fluid, and other fluid levels should be inspected.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page136 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (136,1) 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. l Do not race the engine. l Do not maintain one constant speed, either slow or fast, for a long period of time.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page137 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (137,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Hazardous Driving NOTE Use snow chains only on the rear wheels. 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page138 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (138,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Floor Mat WARNING Make sure the floor mats are hooked on the retention pins to prevent them from bunching up under the foot pedals: Using a floor mat that is not secured is dangerous as it will interfere with the accelerator and brake pedal operation, which could result in an accident.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page139 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (139,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Winter Driving Carry emergency gear, including tire chains, window scraper, flares, a small shovel, jumper cables, and a small bag of sand or salt. Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer to perform the following precautions: l Have the proper ratio of antifreeze in the radiator. Refer to Engine Coolant on page 8-22. l Inspect the battery and its cables. Cold reduces battery capacity.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page140 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (140,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips NOTE If your vehicle is equipped with the tire pressure monitoring system, the system may not function correctly when using tires with steel wire reinforcement in the sidewalls (page 5-34). qTire Chains Check local regulations before using tire chains. CAUTION Ø Chains may affect handling.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page141 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (141,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Overloading WARNING Be careful not to overload your vehicle: The gross axle weight rating (GAWR) and the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of your vehicle are on the Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Label on the driver's door frame. Exceeding these ratings can cause an accident or vehicle damage.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page142 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (142,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Driving on Uneven Road Your vehicle's suspension and underbody can be damaged if driven on rough/uneven roads or over speed bumps at excessive speeds. Use care and reduce speed when traveling on rough/uneven roads or over speed bumps.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page143 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (143,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Towing Trailer Towing Your Mazda is not designed for towing. Never tow a trailer with your Mazda. 4-13 Form No.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page144 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM 4-14 Form No.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page145 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM 5 Black plate (145,1) Driving Your Mazda Explanation of instruments and controls. Starting and Driving ..................................................................... 5-2 Ignition Switch .......................................................................... 5-2 Starting the Engine .................................................................... 5-4 Turning the Engine Off ........................................................
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page146 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (146,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Ignition Switch Auxiliary key (with advanced key) qIgnition Switch Positions With advanced key NOTE When starting the engine using the advanced key, refer to Starting the Engine (page 3-11). When starting the engine with the auxiliary key, perform the following procedure. Without advanced key 1. Remove the auxiliary key from the advanced key (page 3-18). 2.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page147 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (147,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving WARNING Do not stop the engine while the vehicle is moving: Stopping the engine while the vehicle is moving for any reason other than in an emergency is dangerous. Stopping the engine while the vehicle is moving will result in reduced braking ability due to the loss of power braking, which could cause an accident and serious injury.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page148 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (148,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Starting the Engine NOTE Engine-starting is controlled by the spark ignition system. This system meets all Canadian InterferenceCausing Equipment Standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio noise. 1. Occupants should fasten their seat belts. 2. Make sure the parking brake is on. 3. Depress the brake pedal. 4.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page149 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (149,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Turning the Engine Off WARNING Do not stop the engine while the vehicle is moving: Stopping the engine while the vehicle is moving for any reason other than in an emergency is dangerous. Stopping the engine while the vehicle is moving will result in reduced braking ability due to the loss of power braking, which could cause an accident and serious injury.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page150 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (150,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving WARNING Do not coast with the engine stalled or turned off, find a safe place to stop: Coasting with the engine stalled or turned off is dangerous. Braking will require more effort, and the brake's power-assist could be depleted if you pump the brake. This will cause longer stopping distances or even an accident.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page151 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (151,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qParking Brake WARNING Before leaving the driver's seat, always switch the ignition to OFF, set the parking brake and make sure the shift lever is in P (automatic transmission) or in 1st gear or R (manual transmission): It is important to switch the ignition to OFF even if you are not removing the key from the ignition or leaving the vehicle.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page152 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (152,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qBrake System Warning Light CAUTION In addition, the effectiveness of the braking may diminish so you may need to depress the brake pedal more strongly than normal to stop the vehicle. This warning has the following functions: Parking brake warning/Warning light inspection The light illuminates when the parking brake is applied with the ignition switched to START or ON.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page153 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (153,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE l l Braking distances may be longer on loose surfaces (snow or gravel, for example) which usually have a hard foundation. A vehicle with a normal braking system may require less distance to stop under these conditions because the tires will build up a wedge of surface layer when the wheels skid.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page154 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (154,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qBrake Assist (with DSC vehicles) qBrake Pad Wear Indicator During emergency braking situations when it is necessary to depress the brake pedal with greater force, the brake assist system provides braking assistance, thus enhancing braking performance. When the disc brake pads become worn, the built-in wear indicators contact the disc plates.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page155 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (155,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Manual Transmission Operation qManual Transmission Shift Pattern (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.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page156 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (156,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving For cruising CAUTION Ø Keep your foot off the clutch pedal except when shifting gears. Also, do not use the clutch to hold the vehicle on an upgrade. Riding the clutch will cause needless clutch wear and damage. Ø Do not apply any excessive lateral force to the gear lever when changing from 5th to 4th gear.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page157 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (157,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Automatic Transmission Controls Various Lockouts: Indicates that you must depress the brake pedal to shift (The ignition must be switched to ACC or ON). Indicates the shift lever can be shifted freely into any position.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page158 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (158,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page159 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (159,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qActive Adaptive Shift (AAS) qManual Shift Mode Active Adaptive Shift (AAS) automatically controls the transmission shift points to best suit the road conditions and driver input. This improves driving feel.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page160 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (160,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Indicators Manual shift mode indicator In manual shift mode, the “M” of the shift position indicator in the instrument panel illuminates. Manually Shifting up (M1 → M2 → M3 → M4 → M5 → M6) To shift up to a higher gear, move the shift lever back ( ) once. Gear position indicator The numeral for the selected gear illuminates.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page161 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (161,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE l l l When driving slowly, the gears may not shift up. In manual shift mode, gears do not shift up automatically. Do not run the engine with the tachometer needle in the RED ZONE. If the tachometer needle enters the RED ZONE, you may feel engine-braking. However, this does not indicate an abnormality.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page162 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE l l l When driving at high speeds, the gear may not shift down. During deceleration, the gear may automatically shift down depending on vehicle speed. When depressing the accelerator fully, the transmission will shift to a lower gear, depending on vehicle speed (Except M2 → M1).
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page163 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (163,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Shift gear (shifting) speed limit For each gear position while in the manual mode, the speed limit is set as follows: When the selector lever is operated within the range of the speed limit, the gear is shifted. Shift up The gear does not shift up while the vehicle speed is lower than the speed limit.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page164 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (164,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Recommendations for shifting qDirect Mode í Upshifting For normal acceleration and cruising, we recommend these shift points. Direct mode can be used for temporarily switching gears by operating the steering shift switch while the vehicle is being driven with the selector lever in the D range.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page165 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (165,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE Shifting up and down while in direct mode may not be possible depending on the vehicle speed. In addition, because direct mode is canceled (released) depending on the rate of acceleration or if the accelerator is fully depressed, use of the manual shift mode is recommended if you need to drive the vehicle in a particular gear for long periods.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page166 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (166,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Power Steering Cruise Control í Power steering is only operable when the engine is running. If the engine is off or if the power steering system is inoperable, you can still steer, but it requires more physical effort. With cruise control, you can set and automatically maintain any speed of more than about 30 km/h (19 mph).
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page167 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (167,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qActivation/Deactivation qTo Set Speed To activate the system, press the ON/OFF switch. The cruise main indicator light illuminates. 1. Activate the cruise control system by pressing the ON/OFF switch. To deactivate the system, press the switch again. The cruise main indicator light turns off. 3. Press down the cruise control SET/switch and release it at the desired speed.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page168 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (168,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qTo Increase Cruising Speed Follow either of these procedures. To increase speed using cruise control switch Press up the cruise control RES/+ switch and hold it. Your vehicle will accelerate. Release the switch at the speed you want. To increase speed using accelerator pedal Depress the accelerator pedal to accelerate to the desired speed.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page169 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (169,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Your vehicle has a tap-down feature that allows you to decrease your current speed in decrements of 1.6 km/h (1 mph) by a momentary tap of the cruise control SET/switch. Multiple taps will decrease your vehicle speed 1.6 km/h (1 mph) for each tap. l Press the CANCEL switch.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page170 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (170,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Traction Control System (TCS) í The Traction Control System (TCS) enhances traction and safety by controlling engine torque and braking. When the TCS detects driving wheel slippage, it lowers engine torque and operates the brakes to prevent loss of traction.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page171 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (171,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) í The Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) automatically controls braking and engine torque in conjunction with systems such as ABS and TCS to help control side slip when driving on slippery surfaces, or during sudden or evasive maneuvering, enhancing vehicle safety. Refer to ABS (page 5-8) and TCS (page 5-26).
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page172 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (172,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qDSC OFF Indicator Light qDSC OFF Switch Press the DSC OFF switch to turn off the TCS/DSC. The DSC OFF indicator light illuminates. This indicator light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched ON. It also illuminates when the DSC OFF switch is pressed and TCS/DSC is switched off (page 5-28).
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page173 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (173,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE l l l l l When DSC is on and you attempt to free the vehicle when it is stuck, or drive it out of freshly fallen snow, the TCS (part of the DSC system) will activate. Depressing the accelerator will not increase engine power and freeing the vehicle may be difficult. When this happens, turn off the TCS/DSC.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page174 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (174,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Tire Pressure Monitoring System í The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) monitors the pressure for each tire. If tire pressure is too low in one or more tires, the system will inform the driver via the warning light in the instrument panel and by the warning beep sound.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page175 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (175,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving CAUTION 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page176 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (176,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qTire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light This warning light illuminates for a few seconds when the ignition is switched ON. Thereafter, the warning light illuminates and a beep is heard when tire pressure is too low in one or more tires, and flashes when there is a system malfunction.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page177 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (177,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Adjust the tire pressure to the correct tire pressure. Refer to the specification charts (page 10-7). NOTE l CAUTION When replacing/repairing the tires or wheels or both, have the work done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer, or the tire pressure sensors may be damaged. l l Perform tire pressure adjustment when the tires are cold.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page178 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (178,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving If the warning light illuminates again even after the tire pressures are adjusted, there may be a tire puncture. l When using the following devices in the vehicle that may cause radio interference with the receiver unit. A digital device such as a personal computer. A current converter device such as a DC-AC converter.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page179 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (179,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving When having tires changed at an Authorized Mazda Dealer Replacing tires and wheels CAUTION When an Authorized Mazda Dealer changes your vehicle's tires, they will complete the tire pressure sensor ID signal code registration. Ø When replacing/repairing the tires or wheels or both, have the work done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer, or the tire pressure sensors may be damaged.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page180 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (180,1) Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators Meters and Gauges Speedometer ...................................................................................................... page 5-37 Odometer, Trip Meter, Average Fuel Economy Display, Outside Temperature Display and Selector ....................................................................................................... page 5-37 Tachometer ..........
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page181 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (181,1) Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators qSpeedometer The speedometer indicates the speed of the vehicle. qOdometer, Trip Meter, Average Fuel Economy Display, Outside Temperature Display and Selector The ignition must be switched ON. Each time the selector is pressed the display switches in the order of trip meter A, trip meter B, the average fuel economy display and the outside temperature display.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page182 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (182,1) Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators The trip meter records the total distance the vehicle is driven until the meter is again reset. Return it to “0.0” by holding the selector depressed for 1 second or more. Use this meter to measure trip distances and to compute fuel consumption. l l l NOTE l NOTE Only the trip meters record tenths of kilometers (miles).
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page183 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (183,1) Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators qEngine Coolant Temperature Gauge qFuel Gauge The engine coolant temperature gauge shows the temperature of the engine coolant. The fuel gauge shows approximately how much fuel is remaining in the tank when the ignition is switched ON. We recommend keeping the tank over 1/4 full.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page184 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (184,1) Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators qEngine Oil Pressure Gauge Normal range qDashboard Illumination When the exterior lights are on, rotate the knob to adjust the brightness of the dashboard illumination. Dim Bright Engine oil pressure is normal when the engine oil pressure gauge needle points within the normal range.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page185 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (185,1) 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 5-43 Malfunction Warning Light 5-43 Charging System Warning Light 5-45 Check Engine Light 5-45 ABS Warning Light 5-44 Air Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Light 5-45 Low Fuel
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page186 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (186,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Signal Warning/Indicator Lights Page Seat Belt Warning Light 5-46 Door-Ajar Warning Light 5-46 Automatic Transmission Warning Light 5-46 Tire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light 5-47 KEY Warning Light (Red)/KEY Indicator Light (Green) 5-49 Security Indicator Light 5-50 Headlight High-Beam Indicator Light 5-51 Shift Position Indicator Light
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page187 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (187,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds qBrake System Warning Light CAUTION In addition, the effectiveness of the braking may diminish so you may need to depress the brake pedal more strongly than normal to stop the vehicle.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page188 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (188,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds qABS Warning Light The warning light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched ON. 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.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page189 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (189,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds qCharging System Warning Light This warning light illuminates when the ignition is switched ON and turns off when the engine is started. If the warning light illuminates while driving, it indicates a malfunction of the alternator or of the charging system. Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page190 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (190,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds qDoor-Ajar Warning Light WARNING Never tamper with the air bag/ pretensioner systems and always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform all servicing and repairs: Self-servicing or tampering with the systems is dangerous. An air bag/ pretensioner could accidentally activate or become disabled causing serious injury or death.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page191 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (191,1) 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 is switched ON. Thereafter, the warning light illuminates and a beep is heard when tire pressure is too low in one or more tires, and flashes when there is a system malfunction.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page192 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (192,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Adjust the tire pressure to the correct tire pressure. Refer to the specification charts (page 10-7). NOTE l CAUTION When replacing/repairing the tires or wheels or both, have the work done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer, or the tire pressure sensors may be damaged. l l 5-48 Form No.8EN7-EA-14E Perform tire pressure adjustment when the tires are cold.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page193 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (193,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds If the warning light illuminates again even after the tire pressures are adjusted, there may be a tire puncture. Vehicles with Instant Mobility System (IMS) emergency flat tire repair kit If an emergency tire repair is needed, repair the punctured tire with the emergency flat tire repair kit (page 7-5). CAUTION Do not use non-genuine tire sealant.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page194 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (194,1) 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 OFF/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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page195 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (195,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds qHeadlight High-Beam Indicator Light Gear position indicator The gear position indicator displays the gear in use while in either manual shift or direct mode. 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page196 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (196,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds qDSC OFF Indicator Light í qCruise Main Indicator Light (Amber)/Cruise Set Indicator Light (Green) í This indicator light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched ON. It also illuminates when the DSC OFF switch is pressed and TCS/DSC is switched off (page 5-28). The indicator light has two colors.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page197 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (197,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Beep Sounds qSeat Belt Warning Beep If the driver's seat belt is not fastened when the ignition is switched ON, a beep sound will be heard for about 6 seconds. 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 again for a specified period of time.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page198 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (198,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Lighting Control qHeadlights Turn the headlight switch to turn the headlights, other exterior lights and dashboard illumination on or off. NOTE To prevent discharging the battery, do not leave the lights on while the engine is off unless safety requires them.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page199 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (199,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls qLights-On Reminder qFlashing the Headlights If lights are on and the key is removed from the ignition switch, a continuous beep sound will be heard when the driver's door is opened. To flash the headlights, pull the lever fully towards you (the headlight switch does not need to be on). The lever will return to the normal position when released.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page200 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (200,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Turn and Lane-Change Signals Turn signals 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. The fog lights will improve visibility at night and during foggy conditions.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page201 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (201,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Windshield Wipers and Washer The ignition must be switched ON. 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page202 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (202,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls qWindshield Washer Rear Window Defogger Pull the lever toward you and hold it to spray washer fluid. The rear window defogger clears fog from the rear window. The ignition must be switched ON. OFF Washer Press the switch to turn on the rear window defogger, the indicator light will illuminate. Press the switch again to turn it off.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page203 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (203,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page204 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (204,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls HomeLink Wireless Control System í There are two types of HomeLink Wireless Control systems; type A and B. Check the indication on the backside of the rearview mirror and the description corresponding to your vehicle.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page205 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (205,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls WARNING Do not use the HomeLink system with any garage door opener that lacks the safety stop and reverse feature: Using the HomeLink system with any garage door opener that lacks the safety stop and reverse feature as required by federal safety standards is dangerous. (This includes garage doors manufactured before April 1, 1982.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page206 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (206,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls The HomeLink system provides 3 buttons which can be individually selected and programmed using the transmitters for current, on-market devices as follows: 1. Position the end of your hand-held transmitter 2.5―7.5 cm (1―3 inches) away from the HomeLink button you wish to program while keeping the indicator light in view. 2.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page207 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (207,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Gate operator/Canadian Programming Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter signals to “time-out” (or quit) after several seconds of transmission ― which may not be long enough for HomeLink to pick up the signal during programming. Similar to this Canadian law, some U.S. gate operators are designed to “time-out” in the same manner.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page208 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (208,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls The HomeLink system replaces up to 3 hand-held transmitters with a single builtin component in the auto-dimming mirror. Pressing the HomeLink button on the auto-dimming mirror activates garage doors, gates and other devices surrounding your home.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page209 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (209,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls NOTE FCC ID: NZLOBIHL3 CANADA:4112A-OBIHL3 This device complies with FCC rules part 15. Operation is subject to the following conditions: 1- This device may not cause any harmful interference and 2- This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause undesired operation.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page210 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (210,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls 5. Press and hold the just-trained HomeLink button and observe the indicator light. HomeLink should now activate your rolling code equipped device. If the indicator light stays on constantly, programming is complete and your device should activate when the HomeLink button is pressed and released. To program the remaining two HomeLink buttons, begin with “Programming”― step 2.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page211 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (211,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Operating the HomeLink System Press the programmed HomeLink button to operate a programmed device. The code will continue being transmitted for a maximum of 20 seconds. Reprogramming the HomeLink system To program a device to HomeLink using a HomeLink button previously trained, follow these steps: 1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink button. DO NOT release the button. 2.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page212 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM 5-68 Form No.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page213 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM 6 Black plate (213,1) Interior Comfort Use of various features for drive comfort, including air-conditioning and audio system. Climate Control System ............................................................... 6-2 Operating Tips ........................................................................... 6-2 Vent Operation .......................................................................... 6-3 Types of the Climate Control System .
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page214 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (214,1) 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 switched ON when the engine is not running.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page215 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (215,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page216 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (216,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page217 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (217,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Types of the Climate Control System Manual type and automatic type climate control systems are explained separately. Check your vehicle's climate control type and read the appropriate pages. Manual Type ............................................................................................................ page 6-6 Automatic Type ................................................
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page218 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (218,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Manual Type í Mode selector dial Rear window defogger switch Temperature control dial Fan control dial Air intake selector *A/C switch *Some models qControl Switches NOTE Temperature control dial Cold Hot When the mode is set to , or with the fan control dial in a position other than 0 and the temperature control dial in the maximum cold position, the air intake selector
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page219 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (219,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Turn the dial to adjust to the desired fan speed. Turning the dial clockwise increases the fan speed. Turning the dial counterclockwise decreases the fan speed. Air intake selector Mode selector dial This switch controls the source of air entering the vehicle. Press the switch to alternate between the outside air and recirculated air modes.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page220 Friday, March 28 2014 3:39 PM Black plate (220,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System qCooling (With Air Conditioner) í WARNING 1. Set the mode selector dial to the position. or 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. 2.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page221 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (221,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System qVentilation 1. Set the mode selector dial to the position. NOTE or 2. Set the air intake selector to the outside air mode. 3. Set the temperature control dial to the desired position. 4. Set the fan control dial to the desired speed. qWindshield Defrosting and Defogging 1. Set the mode selector dial to the position. 2. Set the temperature control dial to the desired position. 3.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page222 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (222,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Automatic Type í Type A Mode selector dial Rear window defogger switch Temperature control dial Air intake selector Fan control dial A/C switch Type B Mode selector dial Rear window defogger switch 6-10 Temperature control dial Air intake selector í Some models. Form No.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page223 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (223,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System qControl Switches Except AUTO position The airflow amount can be adjusted to the desired level by turning the dial. Temperature control dial OFF position To turn off the system, set the dial to OFF. Mode selector dial Cold Hot This dial controls temperature. Turn it clockwise for hot and counterclockwise for cold.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page224 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (224,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System With the fan control dial ON, press the A/C switch to select the air conditioning (cooling/dehumidifying functions) on or off. NOTE qOperation of Automatic Air Conditioning 1. Set the mode selector dial to the AUTO position. The air conditioner may not function when the outside temperature approaches 0 °C(32 °F). 2.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page225 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (225,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System WARNING Set the temperature control to hot or warm position when using the position: Using the position with the temperature control set to the cold position is dangerous as it will cause the outside of the windshield to fog up. Your vision will be hampered, which could lead to a serious accident.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page226 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (226,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qSatellite Radio Antenna í Antenna qAM/FM Radio Antenna To remove the antenna, turn it counterclockwise. To install the antenna, turn it clockwise. Make sure the antenna is securely installed. Install Remove CAUTION To prevent damage to the antenna, remove it before entering a car wash facility or passing beneath a low overhead clearance.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page227 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (227,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Operating Tips for Audio System WARNING Do not adjust the audio control switches while driving the vehicle: Adjusting the audio while driving the vehicle is dangerous as it could distract your attention from the vehicle operation which could lead to a serious accident. Always adjust the audio while the vehicle is stopped.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page228 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (228,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Signals from an FM transmitter are similar to beams of light because they do not bend around corners, but they do reflect. Unlike AM signals, FM signals cannot travel beyond the horizon. Therefore, FM stations cannot be received at the great distances possible with AM reception.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page229 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (229,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Strong signal noise This occurs very close to a transmitter tower. The broadcast signals are extremely strong, so the result is noise and sound breakup at the radio receiver. Station drift noise When a vehicle reaches the area of two strong stations broadcasting at similar frequencies, the original station may be temporarily lost and the second station picked up.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page230 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (230,1) Interior Comfort Audio System 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. Transparent 6-18 Form No.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page231 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (231,1) Interior Comfort Audio System l The CD player/In-dash CD changer has been designed to play CDs bearing the identification logo as shown below. No other discs can be played. l l l l l Use discs that have been legitimately produced. If illegally-copied discs such as pirated discs are used, the system may not operate properly. Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handling the CDs.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page232 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (232,1) Interior Comfort Audio System l l Completely read the instruction manual and cautions for CD-R/CD-RWs. Do not use discs with cellophane tape adhering, partially peeled off labels, or adhesive material exuding from the edges of the CD label. Also, do not use discs with a commercially-available CD-R label affixed. The disc may not eject resulting in a malfunction.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page233 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (233,1) Interior Comfort Audio System About folders and files l The arrangement and playing order of a recorded disc containing MP3 files is as follows: Folder No. : Folder l l : Track (File) l 01 02 04 3 A single disc with up to 512 files can be played and a single folder with up to 255 files can be played. When naming an MP3 file, be sure to add an MP3 file extension (.mp3) after the file name.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page234 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (234,1) Interior Comfort Audio System This unit can only display English (including numerals) one-byte characters. Use only English (including numerals) one-byte characters when inputting ID3 tags. Two-byte characters and some special symbols cannot be displayed. Specialized glossary Bit rate Refers to the volume of data per second, expressed in bps (bits per second).
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page235 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (235,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Playable WMA file specification CD-R and CD-RW including WMA files can be played with this unit. Discs which conform to the following formats can be played. Playable WMA files are as follows: Item Specification Sampling frequency Bit rate VBR (Variable Bit Rate) Channel mode WMA tag Content Windows Media Audio Version 7.0, 8.0, 9.0 32kHz. . . . . . . 32, 40, 48 kbps 44.1kHz . . . . .
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page236 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM MEMO 6-24 Form No.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page237 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (237,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Audio Set CD player In-Dash CD Changer Power/Volume/Sound Controls .............................................................................. page 6-26 Clock ...................................................................................................................... page 6-30 Operating the Radio ..................................................................................
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page238 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (238,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qPower/Volume/Sound Controls Power/Volume dial Audio control dial Power ON/OFF Audio sound adjustment Switch the ignition to ACC or ON. 1. Press the audio control dial to select the function. The selected function will be indicated. Press the power/volume dial to turn the audio system on. Press the power/volume dial again to turn the audio system off.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page239 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (239,1) Interior Comfort Audio System * Depending on the mode selected, the indication changes. Standard audio-equipped model 2.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page240 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (240,1) Interior Comfort Audio System NOTE l l Depending on the type of audio unit, the order in which the functions appear differs. About 5 seconds after selecting any mode, the volume function will be automatically selected. To reset bass, treble, fade, and balance, press the audio control dial for 2 seconds. The unit will beep and “CLEAR” will be displayed.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page241 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (241,1) Interior Comfort Audio System The system is also equipped to optimally adjust the acoustic characteristics automatically while the roof is open or closed. The acoustic adjustment occurs with the lock/unlock operation of the top latch on the roof, and while the adjustment is being done, the audio is muted for about 1.5 sec, and then fades in. * AudioPilot® 2 is a registered trademark of Bose Corporation.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page242 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (242,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qClock Hour set button Minute set button Display NOTE Setting the time The clock can be set at any time when the ignition is switched to ACC or ON. 1. To adjust the time, press the clock button ( ) for about 2 seconds until a beep is heard. The clock's current time will flash. 2. To advance the hours, press the hour set button ( ).
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page243 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (243,1) MEMO 6-31 Form No.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page244 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (244,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qOperating the Radio Channel preset buttons Band selector button Auto memory button Channel preset buttons Display Scan button Seek tuning buttons Radio ON Press a band selector button ( turn the radio on. Manual tuning dial Tuning ) to Band selection Successively pressing the band selector ) switches the bands as button ( follows: FM1→FM2→AM. The selected mode will be indicated.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page245 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (245,1) Interior Comfort Audio System NOTE If you continue to press and hold the button, the frequency will continue changing without stopping. Scan tuning Press the scan button ( ) to automatically sample strong stations. Scanning stops at each station for about 5 seconds. To hold a station, press the scan button ( ) again during this interval.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page246 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (246,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qOperating the Satellite Radio í Channel preset buttons Satellite button Band selector button Electronic serial number button Instant replay button Channel preset buttons Display Text button Category buttons Scan button Seek tuning buttons Manual tuning dial Information display All operations of the satellite radio are displayed on the Information display.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page247 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (247,1) Interior Comfort Audio System NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page248 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (248,1) Interior Comfort Audio System SIRIUS service uses an ID code to identify your radio. This code is needed to activate SIRIUS service, and report any problems. To activate you SIRIUS radio tuner, call a SIRIUS customer service specialist at 1888-539-7474 or you can visit SIRIUS online at www.siriusxm.com. Please have the following information ready: l SIRIUS ID (12-digit electronic serial no.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page249 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (249,1) Interior Comfort Audio System “UPDATING xx%” is displayed when the SIRIUS channel map is changed. If the unit is initialized or the user contract content is changed, “UPDATING” is displayed. Updating could take as long as three minutes depending on the geographical area. When the unit is in an initialized state, channel 184 is displayed after the display indicates “UPDATING 100%”.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page250 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (250,1) Interior Comfort Audio System (Programming with “text” display (e.g. channel name)) 1. Select the desired channel to be programmed. At this point, the following is displayed: [SR (bank number) (selected text (e.g. channel name))] 2. Keep pressing the channel preset button for 1.5 seconds or more. The programming process is complete after the text (e.g. channel name) flashes.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page251 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (251,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Scan tuning ) to Press the scan button ( automatically sample stations. Scanning stops at each station for about five seconds. To hold a station, press the scan button ( ) again during this interval. NOTE l l Unsubscribed channels, invalid channels and parental lock channels are not subject to the scan, therefore these channels will be skipped automatically.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page252 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (252,1) Interior Comfort Audio System l If there is no channel name, “NO TITLE” is displayed. (Category name display) l When the text button ( ) is pressed while in channel name display mode, it changes to the category name display mode. l There are short (eight fixed characters) and long names for the category name. l The long name is displayed first, and three seconds later the short name is displayed.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page253 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (253,1) Interior Comfort Audio System l l l To display the rest of the characters of the composer's name, press and hold the text button ( ). The display scrolls the next ten characters. Press and hold the text button ( ) again after the last ten characters have been displayed to return to the beginning of the title.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page254 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (254,1) Interior Comfort Audio System (Master code input determination) 5. Determine the master code which has been input by pressing the scan button ( ). 6. “PIN CLEARED” appears which indicates that the master code input has been completed. 7. The ID code is set to the default [0000] and the initialization process is completed.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page255 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (255,1) Interior Comfort Audio System 7. If it matches with the previously registered code, “ENTER PIN” appears again and it switches to code input mode. 8. “SR1 - - - -” appears, and it is ready for input of the new ID code. (New ID code input) 9. Input the new ID code using channel preset buttons 1-4. Example: If “1234” is input as the new code, “SR1 1234” is displayed. (New ID code input determination) 10.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page256 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (256,1) Interior Comfort Audio System NOTE l l (Registered ID code input determination) If an ID code is not input for ten seconds, “Err” is displayed and it returns to the former display. Channel preset buttons 1, 2, 3, 4 and the scan button ( ) are used for input of the ID code. Buttons 5 and 6 cannot be used. 6. Determine the input code by pressing the scan button ( ). 7.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page257 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (257,1) MEMO 6-45 Form No.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page258 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (258,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qOperating the Compact Disc (CD) Player CD play button CD slot Folder up button CD eject button Display Repeat button Play/Pause button Load button Scan button Folder down button Text button Track down/Reverse button Track up/Fast-forward button Type Music/MP3/WMA CD player l l Playable data Music data (CD-DA) MP3/WMA file NOTE If a disc has both music data (CD-DA) and MP3/WMA file
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page259 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (259,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Fast-forward/Reverse Press and hold the fast-forward button ( ) to advance through a track at high speed. Press and hold the reverse button ( ) to reverse through a track at high speed. Repeat playback Track search 2. Press the button again to cancel the repeat playback. Press the track up button ( ) once to skip forward to the beginning of the next track.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page260 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (260,1) Interior Comfort Audio System During MP3/WMA CD playback MP3/WMA CD (Folder random) File number/Elapsed time 1. Press the random button ( ) during playback to play the tracks in the folder randomly. After “FOLDER RDM” is displayed, “RDM” is displayed. Folder number/File number 2. To cancel the random playback, press the button again after 3 seconds. File name (CD random) Folder name 1.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page261 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (261,1) Interior Comfort Audio System NOTE The displayable number of characters is limited. If the number of characters, including the file extension (.mp3/.wma), exceeds 32 characters, it may not be fully displayed. Message display If “CHECK CD” is displayed, it means that there is some CD malfunction. Check the CD for damage, dirt, or smudges, and then properly reinsert.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page262 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (262,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qOperating the In-Dash CD Changer Channel preset buttons CD slot Load button CD play button Disc up/Folder up button Scan button Repeat button Display CD eject button Text button Play/Pause button Channel preset buttons Track up/Fast-forward button Track down/Reverse button Disc down/Folder down button Random button Type Music/MP3/WMA CD player l l Playable data Music data (CD-DA
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page263 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (263,1) Interior Comfort Audio System 2. Press the channel preset button for the desired tray number while “WAIT” is displayed. 2. Press the channel preset button for the desired CD number for less than 5 seconds after the beep sound is heard. 3. When “IN” is displayed, insert the CD. 3. Pull out the CD. NOTE Multiple ejection The CD cannot be inserted to the desired tray number if the number is already occupied.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page264 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (264,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Track search Press the track up button ( ) once to skip forward to the beginning of the next track. Press the track down button ( ) once to skip back to the beginning of the current track. NOTE Disc search 1. Press the repeat button ( ) during playback to play the current track repeatedly. “RPT” is displayed.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page265 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (265,1) Interior Comfort Audio System During MP3/WMA CD playback MP3/WMA CD (Folder random) Disc number/File number/Elapsed time 1. Press the random button ( ) during playback to play the tracks in the folder randomly. After “FOLDER RDM” is displayed, “RDM” is displayed. Disc number/Folder number/File number 2. To cancel the random playback, press the button again after 3 seconds. File name (CD random) 1.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page266 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Interior Comfort Audio System NOTE The displayable number of characters is limited. If the number of characters, including the file extension (.mp3/.wma), exceeds 32 characters, it may not be fully displayed. Message display If “CHECK CD” is displayed, it means that there is some CD malfunction. Check the CD for damage, dirt, or smudges, and then properly reinsert.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page267 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (267,1) 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.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page268 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (268,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Audio Control Switch Operation í NOTE l l When the audio unit is turned on, operation of the audio unit from the steering wheel is possible. NOTE Because the audio unit will be turned off under the following conditions, the switches will be inoperable. l When the ignition is switched off. l When the power button on the audio unit is pressed and the audio unit is turned off.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page269 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (269,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qChanging the Source qSeek Switch Press the mode switch ( ) to change the audio source (FM1 radio → FM2 radio → AM radio → CD player or CD changer → SIRIUS1 → SIRIUS2 → SIRIUS3 → AUX → cyclical). * With the SIRIUS digital satellite radio, the mode which was selected last is displayed. When listening to the radio or SIRIUS digital satellite radio Press the seek switch up or down.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page270 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (270,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qMute Switch í Press the mute switch ( ) once to mute audio, press it again to resume audio output. NOTE If the ignition is switched off with the audio muted, the mute will be canceled. Therefore, when the engine is restarted, the audio is not muted. To mute the audio again, press the mute switch ( ).
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page271 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (271,1) Interior Comfort Audio System WARNING Do not adjust the portable audio unit or a similar product while driving the vehicle: Adjusting the portable audio unit or a similar product while driving the vehicle is dangerous as it could distract your attention from the vehicle operation which could lead to a serious accident. Always adjust the portable audio unit or a similar product while the vehicle is stopped.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page272 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Interior Comfort Audio System 4. Press the AUX button ( ) of the audio unit or the mode switch ( ) of the audio control switches on the steering wheel to change to the AUX mode.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page273 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (273,1) 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 Ø 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page274 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (274,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth® Hands-Free Bluetooth® Hands-Free í qWhat is Bluetooth® Hands-Free? Bluetooth® Hands-Free Outline By connecting a Bluetooth® equipped mobile telephone to the hands-free unit equipped on the vehicle, making and receiving calls are possible using the voice recognition/hands-free switch located on the steering wheel, and saying the voice commands.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page275 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (275,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth® Hands-Free NOTE l l l The Bluetooth® Hands-Free system is operable several seconds after the ignition is switched to ACC or ON (requires less than 15 seconds). If the ignition is switched off during a hands-free call, the line is transferred to the mobile telephone automatically.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page276 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (276,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth® Hands-Free Audio unit The audio unit is used for adjusting the volume. qVoice To prevent the deterioration in voice recognition rate and voice quality, the following points must be observed: l It is not necessary to face the microphone or approach it. Speak the voice commands while maintaining a safe driving position.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page277 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (277,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth® Hands-Free Bluetooth® Hands-Free Activation Method 1. Program the mobile telephone (Pairing) Refer to Bluetooth® Hands-Free Preparation on page 6-65. 2. Press the voice recognition/hands-free switch with a short press. The hands-free system is activated. Functions of the hands-free telephone, such as making and receiving calls, can be used after the activation.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page278 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (278,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth® Hands-Free NOTE Other language settings can also be made while in the current setting by saying the name of the language in the native pronunciation. 7. Prompt: “French (Desired language) selected. Is this correct?” Up to seven Bluetooth® equipped mobile telephones can be programmed to the vehicle. NOTE l 8. Say: [Beep] “Yes” 9.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page279 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (279,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth® Hands-Free 9. Say: [Beep] “XXXX” (Speak an arbitrary 4-digit pairing code. This can be any combination of 4 numbers.) NOTE l l Some devices accept only a particular pairing code (Usually, “0000” or “1234”). If pairing cannot be completed, refer to the owner's manual of your mobile device, and try those numbers if necessary. Record the code as it will be used to program your phone in Step 16.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page280 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (280,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth® Hands-Free NOTE qReceiving an incoming call Depending on the device, the registration status may be lost after a certain period of time. If this occurs, repeat the entire process from Step 1. 1. Prompt: “Incoming call, press the phone button to answer”.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page281 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (281,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth® Hands-Free qVolume adjustment The power/volume dial of the audio unit is used to adjust the volume. Turn the dial to the right to increase volume, to the left to decrease it. Convenient Use of the Hands-Free System qPhonebook Usage Phone book registration Phone numbers can be registered to the Bluetooth® Hands-Free phone book. NOTE Do this function only when parked.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page282 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (282,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth® Hands-Free 13. Prompt: “Number, please.” 6. Say: [Beep] “Yes” 14. Say: [Beep] “XXXXXXXXXXX (Ex. “555-1234”)” (Say the phone number to be registered.) 7. Prompt: “Dialing” 15. Prompt: “XXXXXXXXXXX (Ex. “555-1234”) (Phone number registration). Is this correct? ” 16. Say: [Beep] “Yes” 17. Prompt: “Number saved. Would you like to add another number for this entry?” 18.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page283 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (283,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth® Hands-Free qMute The microphone can be muted during a call. 1. Press the voice recognition/hands-free switch with a short press. Call waiting A call can be interrupted to receive an incoming call from a third party. Call interrupt 3. Prompt: “Microphone muted” A call can be switched to a new incoming call. Press the voice recognition/hands-free switch with a short press.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page284 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (284,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth® Hands-Free NOTE NOTE Do this function only when parked. It is too distracting to attempt while driving and you may make too many errors to be effective. If there was no previous phone number registered to a location (Ex. “Work”), the prompt will only read out “Number, please”. 1. Press the voice recognition/hands-free switch with a short press. 12. Say: [Beep] “XXXXXXXXXXX (Ex.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page285 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (285,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth® Hands-Free 6. Say: [Beep] “XXXXX... (Ex. “John's phone”)” (Say the registered voice tag to be deleted from the phone book.) 7. Prompt: “Deleting XXXXX... (Ex. “John's phone”) (Registered voice tag) Home (Registered location). Is this correct?” 8. Say: [Beep] “Yes” 9. Prompt: “XXXXX... (Ex. “John's phone”) (Registered voice tag) Home (Registered location) deleted, returning to main menu.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page286 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (286,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth® Hands-Free 6. Prompt: “End of list, would you like to start from the beginning?” Hands-Free Telephone Setting 7. Say: [Beep] “No” qMobile phone 8. Prompt: “Returning to main menu.” Mobile phone registration For the registration of a Bluetooth® equipped mobile telephone to Bluetooth® Hands-Free. Refer to Bluetooth® Hands-Free Preparation on page 6-65.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page287 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (287,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth® Hands-Free Press the voice recognition/hands-free switch during the read-out at the desired phone, and then say one of the following voice commands to execute it. l “Select”: Programmed the mobile phone when the voice recognition/ hands-free switch was pressed. l “Continue”: Continues the voice guidance. l “Delete”: Deletes the registered mobile phone.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page288 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (288,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth® Hands-Free 8. Say: [Beep] “2” (Say the order of priority of the mobile phone to be deleted.) NOTE Say “All” to delete all mobile phones. 9. Prompt: “Removing XXXXX... (Ex. phone B...) (Registered phone tag). Is this correct?” 10. Say: [Beep] “Yes” 11. Prompt: “Deleted” qSecurity Setting If a passcode is set, the system cannot be activated unless the passcode is input.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page289 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (289,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth® Hands-Free 4. Say: [Beep] “Passcode” 5. Prompt:“Passcode is enabled. Would you like to disable it?” 6. Say: [Beep] “Yes” 7. Prompt:“Passcode is disabled, returning to main menu.” Confirmation Prompts The confirmation prompt confirms the command content to the user before advancing to the operation requested by the user.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page290 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (290,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth® Hands-Free 4. Press the voice recognition/hands-free switch with a short press. 5. The voice guidance reads out the voice input command number (refer to the voice input command list for voice recognition learning). (Ex. “Please read phrase 1”) 6. Say: [Beep] “0123456789” (Say the voice input command for voice recognition learning (1 to 8) according to the voice guidance.) 7.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page291 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (291,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth® Hands-Free When Bluetooth® HandsFree cannot be used ® Bluetooth Hands-Free cannot be used under the following conditions: l The mobile telephone is outside of the communication area. l The mobile telephone has a malfunction. l The mobile telephone is not connected to the hands-free unit equipped on the vehicle. l The mobile telephone battery is weak. l The mobile telephone is turned off.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page292 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Interior Comfort Bluetooth® Hands-Free Mazda Bluetooth® HandsFree Customer Service l l U.S.A. Phone: 800-430-0153 (Toll-free) www.MazdaUSA.com/bluetooth Canada Phone: 800-430-0153 (Toll-free) www.mazdahandsfree.ca 6-80 Form No.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page293 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (293,1) 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 is on when any door is open Light on qTrunk Light Switch Position Trunk Light Light off Light on when the trunk is open 6-81 Form No.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page294 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (294,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Cup Holder 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. Do not put anything other than cups or drink cans in cup holders: Putting objects other than cups or drink cans in a cup holder is dangerous.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page295 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (295,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment 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.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page296 Friday, March 28 2014 3:40 PM Black plate (296,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment qBack Trim Storage Box í qMesh Pocket Small items can be stored in the back trim storage box. Maps or pamphlets can be placed in the mesh pocket. Mesh pocket To use the back trim storage box 1. To use the desired storage box, slide the seat in front of it all the way forward. Refer to Seat Slide on page 2-2. 2. Fold the seatback forward all the way down.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page297 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (297,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Accessory Socket Switch the ignition to ACC or ON. Only use genuine Mazda accessories or the equivalent requiring no greater than 120 W (DC 12 V, 10 A). CAUTION Ø To prevent accessory socket damage or electrical failure, pay attention to the following: Ø Do not use accessories that require more than 120 W (DC 12 V, 10 A).
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page298 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM 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. 6-86 Form No.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page299 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM 7 Black plate (299,1) 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 Tool Storage .....................................................
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page300 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page301 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (301,1) 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 Tiedown eyelet Glove box Power retractable hardtop emergency tool bag Eyebolt Allen wrench Rope Some models. 7-3 Form No.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page302 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (302,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire qJack To secure the jack To remove the jack 1. Insert the wing bolt into the jack with the jack screw pointing back and turn the wing bolt clockwise to temporarily tighten it. 1. Turn the knob and remove the cover. 2. Turn the jack screw in the direction shown in the figure. Wing bolt 2. Turn the wing bolt and jack screw counterclockwise. Jack screw Wing bolt 3.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page303 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (303,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire Instant Mobility System (IMS) Emergency Flat Tire Repair Kit 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. Perform the emergency flat tire repair without removing the nail or similar sharp object which punctured the tire.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page304 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (304,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire NOTE l l The tire sealant cannot be reused. Purchase new tire sealant at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. The emergency flat tire repair kit cannot be used in the following cases. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. The period of effective use for the tire sealant has expired. (The period of effectiveness is indicated on the bottle label.) The tear or puncture exceeds about 4 mm (0.16 in).
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page305 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (305,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire NOTE The tire sealant can be used at outside temperatures down to _30°C (_22°F). 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. 6. Remove the cap from the bottle.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page306 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (306,1) 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. 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page307 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (307,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 14. Install the compressor hose to the tire valve. Valve Compressor hose WARNING Never operate the compressor above 300 kPa (3.1 kgf/cm2, 3 bar, 43.5 psi): Operating the compressor above 300 kPa (3.1 kgf/cm2, 3 bar, 43.5 psi) is dangerous. When the inflation pressure rises above 300 kPa (3.1 kgf/cm2, 3 bar, 43.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page308 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (308,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 18. Install the tire valve cap. NOTE 19. Put the emergency flat tire repair kit in the trunk and continue driving. When checking the tire inflation pressure with the tire pressure gauge on the compressor unit, make sure the compressor switch is turned off. CAUTION Ø Drive carefully to an Authorized Mazda Dealer and keep the vehicle speed below 80 km/h (50 mph).
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page309 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (309,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire NOTE The tire sealant has a period of effective use. Check the period of effective use indicated on the bottle label and do not use it if it has expired. Have the tire sealant replaced at an Authorized Mazda Dealer before the period of effective use has expired.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page310 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (310,1) 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 do not remove any until the tire has been raised off the ground. 3.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page311 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (311,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 4. Place the jack under the jack-up position closest to the tire being changed with the jack head squarely under the jack-up point. Jacking position 5. Continue raising the jack head gradually by rotating the screw with your hand until the jack head is inserted into the jack-up position.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page312 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (312,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 6. Insert the jack handle into the jack. WARNING Do not jack up the vehicle higher than is necessary: Jacking up the vehicle higher than is necessary is dangerous as it could destabilize the vehicle resulting in an accident. 7. Turn the jack handle clockwise and raise the vehicle high enough so that the tire can be installed.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page313 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (313,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire qLocking Lug Nuts í To install the antitheft lug nut If your vehicle has Mazda 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 will attach to the lug wrench. Register them with the lock manufacturer by filling out the card provided in the glove compartment and mailing it in the accompanying envelope.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page314 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (314,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 2. Mount the 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page315 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (315,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 5. Remove the tire blocks and store the tools, jack, and damaged tire. 6. Check the inflation pressure. Refer to Tires on page 10-7. 7. Have the flat tire repaired or replaced as soon as possible. WARNING Do not drive with any tires that have incorrect air pressure: Driving on tires with incorrect air pressure is dangerous.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page316 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (316,1) 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 Switch the ignition to off 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page317 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (317,1) In Case of an Emergency Overheating If you find a leak or other damage, or if coolant is still leaking: Stop the engine and call an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Cooling system cap Coolant reservoir If you find no problems, the engine is cool, and no leaks are obvious: Carefully add coolant as required (page 8-22). CAUTION If the engine continues to overheat or frequently overheats, have the cooling system inspected.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page318 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM 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. If the engine does not start within five seconds on the first try, switch the ignition off, wait ten seconds and try again. 2. Make sure the parking brake is on. 3. Depress the accelerator all the way and hold it there. 4.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page319 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (319,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page320 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (320,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page321 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (321,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting 1. Remove the rubber hose from the battery cover. 5. Connect the jumper cables in the exact sequence as in the illustration. l l l l 2. Remove the battery cover from its right side. Connect one end of a cable to the positive terminal on the discharged battery (1). Attach the other end to the positive terminal on the booster battery (2).
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page322 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (322,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency 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. Push-Starting Do not push-start your Mazda. WARNING Never tow a vehicle to start it: Towing a vehicle to start it is dangerous.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page323 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (323,1) 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. CAUTION Do not tow the vehicle pointed forward with driving wheels on the ground. This may cause internal damage to the transmission. Proper lifting and towing are necessary to prevent damage to the vehicle. Government and local laws must be followed.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page324 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (324,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Towing Tiedown Hooks í Rear CAUTION Do not use the front and rear tiedown eyelets for towing the vehicle. They have been designed only for securing the vehicle to a transport vessel during shipping. Using the eyelets for any other purpose could result in the vehicle being damaged. qTiedown Hooks 1. Remove the tiedown eyelet, lug wrench, and jack lever from the trunk (page 7-3). 2.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page325 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (325,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Towing Rear CAUTION Lug wrench 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 Tiedown eyelet Rear Tiedown eyelet 7-27 Form No.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page326 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM 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 7-25) and “Tiedown Hooks” (page 7-26) and carefully follow the instructions. 7-28 Form No.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page327 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM 8 Black plate (327,1) Maintenance and Care How to keep your Mazda in top condition. Introduction .................................................................................. 8-2 Introduction ............................................................................... 8-2 Scheduled Maintenance ................................................................ 8-4 Scheduled Maintenance (USA, Canada, and Puerto Rico) .......
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page328 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (328,1) 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 are 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page329 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (329,1) Maintenance and Care Introduction Any auto repair shop using parts equivalent to your Mazda's original equipment may perform maintenance. But we recommend that it always be done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer using genuine Mazda parts. 8-3 Form No.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page330 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (330,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Scheduled Maintenance (USA, Canada, and Puerto Rico) Follow Schedule 1 if the vehicle is operated mainly where none of the following conditions apply.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page331 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (331,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page332 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (332,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page333 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (333,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance qSchedule 2 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 ENGINE Drive belts Engine oil I Puerto Rico Others Engine oil filter COOLING SYSTEM FL22 type*1 Engine coolant Others Engine coolant level FUEL SYSTEM
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page334 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (334,1) 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 and clutch fluid level I I I I Disc brakes I Tire (Rotation) Tire inflation pressure and tire wear
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page335 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (335,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Scheduled Maintenance (Mexico) Follow Schedule 1 if the vehicle is operated mainly where none of the following conditions apply.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page336 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (336,1) 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 I Engine valve clearance Engine oil Engine oil filter COOLING SYSTEM R R Cooling system Engine coolant FL22 type*1 I I Audibly inspect every 120,000 km, if noisy, adjust R R R
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page337 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (337,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page338 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (338,1) 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 I Engine valve clearance Engine oil Engine oil filter COOLING SYSTEM R R Cooling system Engine coolant Audibly inspect every 120,000 km, if noisy, adjust R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page339 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (339,1) 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 I R I I Tire (Rotation) I I Rotate every 10,000 km Tire inflation pressure and tire w
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page340 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (340,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance (Cont.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page341 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (341,1) 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 I R I R I Tire (Rotation) Rotate every 10,000 km Tire inflation pressure a
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page342 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (342,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page343 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (343,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page344 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (344,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance WARNING Do not perform maintenance work if you lack sufficient knowledge and experience or the proper tools and equipment to do the work. Have maintenance work done by a qualified technician: Performing maintenance work on a vehicle is dangerous if not done properly. You can be seriously injured while performing some maintenance procedures.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page345 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (345,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Engine Compartment Overview Engine oil dipstick Engine oil filler cap Brake fluid reservoir / Clutch fluid reservoir Washer fluid reservoir Fuse block Battery Air filter Cooling system cap Power steering fluid cap Engine coolant reservoir 8-19 Form No.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page346 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (346,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Engine Oil NOTE Changing the engine oil should be performed by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Refer to Introduction (page 8-2) for owner's responsibility in protecting your investment. qRecommended Oil Only use SAE 0W-20 oil “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by the American Petroleum Institute (API).
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page347 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (347,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 4. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and reinsert it fully. Type A Full (ILSAC) OK (Mexico) Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil. If SAE 5W20 engine oil is not available, use SAE 5W-30 engine oil. Low Type B The quality designation SM, or ILSAC must be on the label. Full –40 –30 –20 –10 0 10 20 30 40 50 OK –40 –20 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 Low 5.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page348 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (348,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page349 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (349,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance CAUTION Ø Radiator coolant will damage paint. Rinse it off quickly if spilled. Ø Use only soft (demineralized) water in the coolant mixture. Water that contains minerals will cut down on the coolant's effectiveness. Ø Do not add only water. Always add a proper coolant mixture.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page350 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (350,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Brake/Clutch Fluid qInspecting Brake/Clutch Fluid Level WARNING If the brake/clutch fluid level is low, have the brakes inspected: A low brake/clutch fluid level is dangerous. A low level could indicate brake lining wear or a brake system leak which could cause the brakes to fail and lead to an accident. The brakes and clutch draw fluid from the same reservoir.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page351 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (351,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Washer Fluid Inspect fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir; add fluid if necessary. qInspecting Washer Fluid Level 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page352 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (352,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page353 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (353,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 1. Raise the wiper arm and turn the blade assembly to expose the plastic locking clip. Compress the clip and slide the assembly downward; then lift it off the arm. Plastic locking clip CAUTION To prevent damage to the windshield let the wiper arm down easily, don't let it slap down on the windshield. 2.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page354 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 4. Carefully insert the new blade rubber. Then install the blade assembly in the reverse order of removal. NOTE Install the blade so that the tabs are toward the bottom of the wiper arm. 8-28 Form No.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page355 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (355,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page356 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (356,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 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. 8-30 Form No.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page357 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (357,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance qBattery Maintenance NOTE l Remove the rubber hose first, and then battery cover before performing battery maintenance. Rubber hose l Battery cover 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.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page358 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (358,1) 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 Using Different Tire Types: Driving your vehicle with different types of tires is dangerous. It could cause poor handling and poor braking; leading to loss of control.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page359 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (359,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 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. Inspect all tire pressure monthly when the tires are cold. Maintain recommended pressures for the best ride, handling, and minimum tire wear.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page360 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (360,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance After rotation, inflate all tire pressures to specification (page 10-7) and inspect the lug nuts for tightness. 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 reduced if rotated from side to side.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page361 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (361,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 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. The period in which the tire was manufactured (both week and year) is indicated by a 4-digit number.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page362 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM 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. 8-36 Form No.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page363 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (363,1) MEMO 8-37 Form No.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page364 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (364,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Light Bulbs Overhead light Headlights (High beam) Fog lights Headlights (Low beam) Front side-marker lights Front turn signal lights/Parking lights High-mount brake light License plate lights Trunk light Reverse lights Rear turn signal lights Brake lights/Taillights Rear side-marker lights 8-38 Form No.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page365 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (365,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page366 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (366,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Low-beam bulbs (Xenon fusion bulbs) You cannot replace the low beam bulbs by yourself. The bulbs must be replaced at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. (Halogen bulbs) 4. Disconnect the connector from the bulb by pressing the tab on the connector with your finger and pulling the connector rear. 1.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page367 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (367,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 7. Remove the adapter. 3. Disconnect the connector from the bulb by pressing the tab on the connector with your finger and pulling the connector downward. 8. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of the removal procedure. Fog light bulbs 1. Make sure the ignition is switched off, and the headlight switch is off. 2.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page368 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (368,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 2. Turn the screws and the center section of the plastic retainers counterclockwise and remove them, then partially peel back the mudguard. 4. Turn the socket and bulb assembly to remove it. Carefully remove the bulb from its socket in the reflector by gently pulling it straight backward out of the socket. Removal Installation 3.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page369 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (369,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 5. Disconnect the bulb from the socket. 5. Disconnect the bulb from the socket. 6. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of the removal procedure. 6. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of the removal procedure. Front turn signal lights/Parking lights Rear turn signal lights, Reverse lights, Brake lights/Taillights, Rear side marker lights 1.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page370 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (370,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 3. Pull the center section of the plastic retainers and remove them, then remove the trunk end trim. 6. Pull the center section of the plastic retainers and remove them, then remove the trunk side trim. Removal Removal Installation Installation 4. Remove the trunk light connector. 7. Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it. 8.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page371 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (371,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Reverse lights 3. Slide the light to the left side of the vehicle and remove it. Brake lights/Taillights 4. Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it. 5. Disconnect the bulb from the socket. 9. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of the removal procedure.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page372 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (372,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page373 Friday, March 28 2014 3:41 PM Black plate (373,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page374 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (374,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 6. Reinstall the cover and make sure that it is securely installed. 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: 1. Make sure the ignition is switched off, and other switches are off. 2.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page375 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (375,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page376 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (376,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page377 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (377,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page378 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (378,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page379 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (379,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page380 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (380,1) 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 CAUTION Ø Do not spray water in the engine compartment. Otherwise, it could result in engine-starting problems or damage to electrical parts.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page381 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (381,1) 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. Thoroughly rinse off all soap with lukewarm or cold water. Do not allow soap to dry on the finish.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page382 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (382,1) Maintenance and Care Appearance Care qRepairing Damage to the Finish qUnderbody Maintenance Deep scratches or chips on the finish should be repaired promptly. Exposed metal quickly rusts and can lead to major repairs. Road chemicals and salt used for ice and snow removal and solvents used for dust control may collect on the underbody.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page383 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (383,1) Maintenance and Care Appearance Care qAluminum Wheel Maintenance qConvertible Top Maintenance í A protective coating is provided over the aluminum wheels. Special care is needed to protect this coating. 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.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page384 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (384,1) Maintenance and Care Appearance Care Ø Do not spray water with a hose or a car washing device directly on the seam area of the body and the convertible top as it could result in water penetrating the trunk. qHardtop Maintenance í Washing To help protect the hardtop's finish, use a soft cloth or sponge to wash it.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page385 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (385,1) Maintenance and Care Appearance Care NOTE A spot remover to remove oil, tar, and similar materials will usually also take off the wax. Rewax these areas. qPlastic Part Maintenance l l l l l When cleaning the plastic lenses of the lights, do not use gasoline, kerosene, rectified spirit, paint, thinner, highly acidic detergents, or strongly alkaline detergents.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page386 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (386,1) Maintenance and Care Appearance Care Leather í Remove dust and sand first using a vacuum cleaner or other means, then wipe dirt off using a soft cloth with a leather cleaner or a soft cloth soaked in mild soap. Wipe off the remaining cleaner or soap using a cloth soaked in clean water and wrung out well. Remove moisture with a dry, soft cloth and allow the leather to further dry in a well-ventilated, shaded area.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page387 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (387,1) Maintenance and Care Appearance Care 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. CAUTION Use only recommended cleaners and procedures. Others may affect appearance and fire-resistance. Panel When the panel needs to be cleaned, use a soft cloth to wipe off dirt from the surface.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page388 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Maintenance and Care Appearance Care qCleaning the Floor Mats Rubber floor mats should be cleaned with mild soap and water only. WARNING Do not use rubber cleaners, such as tire cleaner or tire shine, when cleaning rubber floor mats: Cleaning the rubber floor mats with rubber cleaning products makes the floor mats slippery.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page389 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM 9 Black plate (389,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Important consumer information including warranties and add-on equipment. Customer Assistance ............................... 9-2 Customer Assistance (U.S.A.) ............ 9-2 Customer Assistance (Canada) ........... 9-7 Customer Assistance (Puerto Rico) ... 9-10 Customer Assistance (Mexico) ......... 9-11 Reporting Safety Defects .......................
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page390 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (390,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page391 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (391,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page392 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (392,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance The whole process normally takes 40 days or less. The arbitration decision is not binding on you or Mazda unless you accept the decision. For more information about BBB AUTO LINE, including current eligibility standards, please call 1-800-955-5100 or visit the BBB website at www.lemonlaw.bbb.org.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page393 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (393,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance 6. You are required to use BBB AUTO LINE before asserting in court any rights or remedies conferred by California Civil Code Section 1793.22. You are also required to use BBB AUTO LINE before exercising rights or seeking remedies created by Title I of the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, 15 U.S.C. sec. 2301 et seq.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page394 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (394,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance 10. You may reject the decision issued by a BBB AUTO LINE arbitrator. If you reject the decision, you will be free to pursue further legal action. The arbitrator's decision and any findings will be admissible in a court action. 11.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page395 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (395,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page396 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (396,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page397 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (397,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance CAMVAP is fully implemented in all provinces and territories.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page398 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (398,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page399 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (399,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page400 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (400,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance 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. Purchase date and current mileage 5. Your dealer's name and location 6. Your question(s) 9-12 Form No.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page401 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (401,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Mazda Importer/Distributors Importer/Distributor qU.S.A. 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.) qSAIPAN Pacific International Marianas, Inc. (d.b.a. Midway Motors) P.O.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page402 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (402,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Warranty Warranties for Your Mazda l l l l l New Vehicle Limited Warranty Powertrain Limited Warranty Safety Restraint System Limited Warranty Anti-perforation Limited Warranty Federal Emission Control Warranty/California Emission Control Warranty Emission Defect Warranty Emission Performance Warranty Emission Control Warranty Replacement Parts and Accessories Limited War
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page403 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (403,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page404 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (404,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page405 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (405,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page406 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (406,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Warranty Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign Country (Except United States and Canada) Registering your vehicle in a foreign country may be problematic depending on whether it meets the specific emission and safety standards of the country in which the vehicle will be driven.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page407 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (407,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page408 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (408,1) 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 State or Province: 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page409 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (409,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page410 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (410,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page411 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (411,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page412 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (412,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) 11. Max. load rating 12. Tread wear, traction and temperature grades 13. Max. permissible inflation pressure 14. 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.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page413 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (413,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page414 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (414,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page415 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (415,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) qInformation on Temporary Tires Please refer to the sample 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 T115/70D16 90M is an example of a tire size and load index rating.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page416 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (416,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page417 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (417,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page418 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (418,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page419 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (419,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) qGlossary of Terms Tire Placard: A label indicating the OE tire sizes, recommended inflation pressure, and the maximum weight the vehicle can carry. Tire Identification Number (TIN): A number on the sidewall of each tire providing information about the tire brand and manufacturing plant, tire size, and date of manufacture.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page420 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (420,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page421 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (421,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page422 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (422,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) qSafety Practices The way you drive has a great deal to do with your tire mileage and safety. So cultivate good driving habits for your own benefit.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page423 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (423,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) Vehicle Loading WARNING Do not tow 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page424 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (424,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page425 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (425,1) 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. The cargo weight limit decreases depending on the number of vehicle occupants.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page426 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (426,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page427 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (427,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page428 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (428,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) GCW GCW (Gross Combination Weight) is the weight of the loaded vehicle (GVW). GCWR (Gross Combination Weight Rating) is the maximum allowable weight of the vehicle - including all cargo and passengers - that the vehicle can handle without risking damage. The GCW must never exceed the GCWR.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page429 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (429,1) 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 combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your vehicle's placard. (2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page430 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (430,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page431 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (431,1) 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_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page432 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (432,1) 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 do not have what you need in stock, they can order it for you.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page433 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM 10 Black plate (433,1) Specifications Technical information about your Mazda. Identification Numbers ............................................................... 10-2 Vehicle Information Labels ..................................................... 10-2 Specifications ............................................................................... 10-4 Specifications .........................................................................
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page434 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (434,1) 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.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page435 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (435,1) Identification Numbers qEngine Number Forward 10-3 Form No.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page436 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (436,1) 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) 1,998.8 ml (1,998.8 cc) 10.8 qElectrical System Item Battery Spark-plug number Mazda Genuine spark plug Classification 12V-45Ah/20HR LFJR-18-110 or L3Y1-18-110 CAUTION When cleaning the iridium plugs, do not use a wire brush.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page437 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (437,1) Specifications qCapacities (Approximate Quantities) Item Capacity 6-speed manual U.S.A. and transmission With oil filter Canada Except 6-speed manual replacement Engine oil transmission Except U.S.A. and Canada Without oil filter replacement 5-speed manual transmission U.S.A. and 6-speed manual transmission Canada Automatic transmission Coolant Except U.S.A.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page438 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (438,1) Specifications (Automatic transmission) Item GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) Front Rear Weight Without power retractable With power retractable hardtop hardtop 1,396 kg (3,078 lbs) 1,416 kg (3,122 lbs) 714 kg (1,574 lbs) 714 kg (1,574 lbs) 693 kg (1,528 lbs) 702 kg (1,548 lbs) qAir Conditioner Item Classification HFC134a (R-134a) Refrigerant Type qLight Bulbs Exterior light Light bu
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page439 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (439,1) Specifications qTires NOTE The tires have been optimally matched with the chassis of your vehicle. When replacing tires, Mazda recommends that you replace tires of the same type originally fitted to your vehicle. For details, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Check the tire pressure label for tire size and inflation pressure. Refer to Tire Inflation Pressure on page 8-32.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page440 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (440,1) Personalization Features Personalization Features The following “Personalization Features” are available. These settings can only be changed by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page441 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM 11 Black plate (441,1) Index 11-1 Form No.
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page442 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (442,1) Index A B Accessory Socket .............................. 6-85 Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Accessories ....................................... 9-19 Advanced Key ..................................... 3-2 Advanced key maintenance ......... 3-5 Advanced key suspend function ...................................... 3-18 Auxiliary key .............................. 3-18 Locking, unlocking with request switch ..................
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page443 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (443,1) Index C D Capacities .......................................... 10-5 Carbon Monoxide ............................... 4-4 Catalytic Converter ............................. 4-3 Cell Phones ....................................... 9-20 Child Restraint Child restraint precautions ......... 2-18 Child-restraint system installation position ...................................... 2-22 Climate Control System .....................
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page444 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (444,1) Index F I Flat Tire ............................................... 7-3 Changing .................................... 7-11 Instant Mobility System (IMS) Emergency Flat Tire Repair Kit ................................................ 7-5 Tool storage .................................. 7-3 Fluids Classification .............................. 10-4 Owner maintenance ................... 8-16 Fog Lights .......................
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page445 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (445,1) Index L P Lubricant Quality .............................. 10-4 Power Windows ................................ 3-37 Push-Starting ..................................... 7-24 M Maintenance Introduction .................................. 8-2 Owner maintenance precautions ................................. 8-17 Owner maintenance schedule ..... 8-16 Scheduled .....................................
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page446 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (446,1) Index S T Starting the Engine .............................. 5-4 Steering Wheel .................................. 3-73 Horn ........................................... 5-59 Storage Compartments ...................... 6-83 Back trim storage box ................ 6-84 Glove Compartment ................... 6-83 Mesh pocket ............................... 6-84 Seat side box .............................. 6-83 Sunvisors .....
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page447 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM Black plate (447,1) Index W Washer Fluid ..................................... 8-25 Weights ............................................. 10-5 Wheel Replacement .......................... 8-35 Windblocker ...................................... 6-86 Windows Power windows .......................... 3-37 Windshield Washer ........................... 5-58 Windshield Wipers ............................ 5-57 Blades replacement ....................
MX-5_8EN7-EA-14E_Edition1 Page448 Friday, March 28 2014 3:42 PM 11-8 Form No.
