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Page 3 HIROSHIMA, JAPAN Important Notes About This Manual Keep this manual in the glove box as a handy reference for the safe and enjoyable use of your Mazda. Should you resell the vehicle, leave this manual with it for the next owner.
Page 4: How To Use This Manual
Mazda. By reading your manual, you can Please refer to the manual for a detailed find out about the features, important explanation.
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (5,1) Table of Contents Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda. Essential Safety Equipment Use of safety equipment, including seats, seat belt system, child-restraint systems and SRS air bags.
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Page 7 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page7 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (7,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda. Interior Overview ................1-2 Interior Equipment (View A) ............ 1-2 Interior Equipment (View B) ............ 1-3 Interior Equipment (View C) ............
Page 8: Interior Overview
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page8 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM 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 5-27 Passenger air bag deactivation switch ............... page 2-43 Lighting control ....................
Page 9: Interior Equipment (View B)
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page9 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM 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 2-30 Cruise control switch ..................page 5-22 Audio system .....................
Page 10: Interior Equipment (View C)
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page10 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (10,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior Overview Interior Equipment (View C) Windblocker ...................... page 6-84 Convertible top unlock lever ................page 3-47 Seat side box ...................... page 6-82 Remote fuel-filler lid release ................page 3-40 Back trim storage box ..................
Page 11: Exterior Overview
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page11 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (11,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Exterior Overview Front Hood ........................page 3-41 Windshield wiper blades ..................page 8-25 Convertible top (Power retractable hardtop) ............page 3-49 Convertible top (Soft top) .................. page 3-44 Fuel-filler lid ......................
Page 12: Rear
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page12 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (12,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Exterior Overview Rear Trunk lid ......................page 3-33 Antenna ......................page 6-14 Doors and keys ....................page 3-30 Outside mirror ....................page 3-74 Tires ........................page 8-30 Light bulbs ......................
Page 13: Essential Safety Equipment
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page13 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (13,1) Essential Safety Equipment Use of safety equipment, including seats, seat belt system, child-restraint systems and SRS air bags. Seats ....................2-2 Seats ..................2-2 Non-Adjustable Head Restraints ..........2-4 í...
Page 14: Front Seats
Slide result in serious injury. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer if there is To move a seat forward or backward, raise any need to remove or reinstall the the lever and slide the seat to the desired front seats.
Page 15 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page15 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (15,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats qSeat Recline Do not drive with the seatback unlocked: WARNING All of the seatbacks play an important role in your protection in a Do not drive with either front seat vehicle.
Page 16 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page16 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (16,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats CAUTION Non-Adjustable Head Restraints When returning a rear-reclined seatback to its upright position, Your vehicle is equipped with non- make sure you hold onto the adjustable head restraints on the driver's seatback with your other hand while and front passenger's seatbacks.
Page 17 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page17 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (17,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats í WARNING Seat Warmer Ø Be careful when using the seat The driver and passenger seats can be warmer. The heat from the seat warmed by rotating the applicable seat warmer may be too hot for some warmer dial while the ignition is switched people, as indicated below, and...
Page 18 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page18 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (18,1) 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. Form No.8CC1-EA-11F...
Page 19: Seat Belt Systems
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.
Page 20 Using a damaged seat belt is dangerous. An accident could damage the belt webbing of the seat belt in use. A damaged seat belt cannot provide adequate protection in a collision. Have an Authorized Mazda Dealer inspect all seat belt systems in use during an accident before they are used again.
Page 21 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page21 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM 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 22 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page22 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM 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.
Page 23 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page23 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (23,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems 3. Insert the seat belt tongue into the seat Seat Belt belt buckle until you hear a click sound. WARNING Always wear the seat belt with it correctly routed in its guide: Seat belt tongue Wearing a seat belt without the seat...
Page 24 Caution label Button NOTE If a belt does not fully retract, inspect it for kinks and twists. If it is still not retracting properly, have it inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 2-12 Form No.8CC1-EA-11F...
Page 25 Even if the pretensioners have not deployed, the load limiting function must be checked by an Authorized Mazda Dealer after any collision. 2-13 Form No.8CC1-EA-11F...
Page 26 Ask an Authorized Mazda switched ON. If any of these occur, Dealer how to safely dispose of the consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as pretensioner system or how to scrap soon as possible. The system may not a pretensioner-equipped vehicle.
Page 27 If you sell your Mazda, do When ordering an extender, only order not leave your seat belt extender in one that provides the necessary additional the vehicle.
Page 28 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page28 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (28,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Do not leave a seat belt extender Seat Belt Warning Light connected to the buckle: Leaving a seat belt extender connected to the buckle without using the seat belt is dangerous.
Page 29 20 km/h (12 that their seat belts are not fastened. For the mph), the warning light flashes and beep safety of the driver and front passenger, Mazda sound activates again. recommends not deactivating the belt Placing heavy items on the front passenger reminder.
Page 30: Child Restraint
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.
Page 31 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page31 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (31,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint To reduce the chance of injuries caused by the deployment of the passenger air bag, there are two methods to deactivate the passenger air bag for a child's safety as follows however the surest way to avoid the passenger air bag not deploying is to use the key and turn off the passenger air bag and not rely on the passenger seat weight sensors, which will also detect other loads or objects on and around the passenger seat;...
Page 32 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page32 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (32,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint Follow the manufacturer's instructions and always keep the child-restraint system buckled down: An unsecured child-restraint system is dangerous. In a sudden stop or a collision it could move causing serious injury or death to the child or other occupants.
Page 33 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page33 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (33,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint 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 2-47).
Page 34 NOTE Your Mazda is equipped with LATCH lower anchors for attachment of specially designed LATCH child-restraint systems behind the passenger seat that slide through the passenger seat when it is in the fully rearward position. When using these anchors to secure a child-restraint system, refer to “LATCH Child-Restraint Systems”...
Page 35 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page35 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (35,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint Child seat Child-Restraint System A child seat restrains a child's body using Installation Position the harness. In this owner's manual, explanation of child-restraint systems is provided for the following three types of popular child- restraint systems: infant seat, child seat, booster seat.
Page 36 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page36 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (36,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint Before installing a child-restraint system, Installing a Child- make sure the passenger air bag Restraint System deactivation indicator light illuminated by using the key to turn the passenger air bag The passenger lap/shoulder belt can easily off.
Page 37 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page37 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (37,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint 4. Push the child-restraint system firmly WARNING into the vehicle seat. Be sure the belt Always make sure the passenger air retracts as snugly as possible. Clicking bag deactivation indicator light is from the retractor will be heard during illuminated when using a rear-facing...
Page 38 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page38 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (38,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint NOTE Inspect this function before each use of the child-restraint system. You should not be able to pull the shoulder belt out of the retractor while the system is in the automatic locking mode.
Page 39 Child Restraint LATCH Child-Restraint System Your Mazda is equipped with LATCH lower anchors for attachment of specially designed LATCH child-restraint systems behind the passenger seat that slide through the passenger seat when it is in the fully rearward position. Only LATCH junior seats and infant carriers without upper tethers can be used in this position, as there is no good place to anchor the tether due to this vehicle's design.
Page 40 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page40 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (40,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint qLATCH Child-Restraint System 3. Secure the child-restraint system using BOTH LATCH lower anchors, Installation Procedure following the child-restraint system Before installing a child-restraint system, manufacturer's instruction, however if make sure the passenger air bag it uses an upper tether, it may not be...
Page 41 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page41 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (41,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint WARNING Always make sure the passenger air bag deactivation indicator light is illuminated when using a rear-facing child-restraint system: Seating a child in a rear-facing child- restraint system that is installed on the passenger seat with the passenger air bag deactivation...
Page 42: Srs Air Bags
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page42 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (42,1) 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.
Page 43 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page43 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (43,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags If your vehicle is also equipped with a driver and passenger occupant classification system, refer to the Driver and Passenger Occupant Classification System (page 2-47) for details.
Page 44 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page44 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (44,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Always make sure the passenger air bag deactivation indicator light is illuminated when using a rear-facing child-restraint system: Seating a child in a rear-facing child-restraint system that is installed on the passenger seat with the passenger air bag deactivation indicator light not illuminated is extremely dangerous.
Page 45 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page45 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (45,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Do not attach objects on or around the area where a side air bag deploys: Attaching objects to the seat in such a way as to cover the outboard side of the seat in any way is dangerous.
Page 46 Should you sell your Mazda, we urge you to tell the new owner of its air bag systems and that familiarization with all instructions about them, from the Owner's Manual, is important.
Page 47 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page47 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (47,1) 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 í...
Page 48 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.
Page 49 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page49 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (49,1) 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.
Page 50 A system malfunction is indicated if the warning light constantly flashes, constantly illuminates or does not illuminate at all when the ignition is switched ON. If any of these occur, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. The system may not operate in an accident.
Page 51 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.
Page 52 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page52 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (52,1) 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.) Types of collision A severe frontal/near frontal collision A severe side collision...
Page 53 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page53 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (53,1) 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.
Page 54 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page54 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (54,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Roll-over 2-42 Form No.8CC1-EA-11F...
Page 55 For more government release information on air bag deactivation, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer for the occupant categories as described in the request form for the air bag deactivation switch in the NHTSA rules. The air bag deactivation switch turns off the passenger front and side air bags and the also seat belt pretensioner system.
Page 56 NOTE Have the passenger air bag deactivation switch inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer if any of these conditions occur: The passenger air bag deactivation indicator light does not illuminate for a specified period of time when the ignition is switched ON.
Page 57 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page57 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (57,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags qTo Deactivate the Passenger Air Bag Before driving, always confirm that the passenger air bag deactivation switch is in the appropriate position according to your requirements. WARNING Do not leave the key in the front passenger air bag deactivation switch: (With advanced key)
Page 58 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page58 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (58,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags The passenger front and side air bags and also the seat belt pretensioner system will remain deactivated until the passenger air bag deactivation switch is turned to the ON position. qTo Ready the Passenger Air Bag Before driving, always confirm that the passenger air bag deactivation switch is in the appropriate position according to your requirements.
Page 59 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page59 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (59,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Driver and Passenger Occupant Classification System First, please read Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Precautions (page 2-30) 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.
Page 60 ON and does not illuminate as indicated in the above chart, do not allow a child to sit in the passenger seat and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. The system may not work properly in an accident. You must deactivate the passenger air bag using the key (page 2-43) and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Page 61 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page61 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (61,1) 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.
Page 62 You must deactivate the passenger air bag using the key (page 2-43) and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. If the passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates when an adult is seated in the passenger seat, have the passenger re-adjust their posture by sitting with their feet on the floor, and then re-fastening the seat belt.
Page 63 The air bag systems do not require regular maintenance. But if any of the following occurs, take your vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible: The air bag system warning light flashes. The air bag system warning light remains illuminated.
Page 64 Improper disposal of an air bag or a vehicle with live air bags in it can be extremely dangerous. Unless all safety procedures are followed, injury can result. Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer how to safely dispose of an air bag or how to scrap an air bag equipped vehicle.
Page 65: Knowing Your Mazda
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page65 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (65,1) Knowing Your Mazda Explanation of basic operations and controls; opening/closing and adjustment of various parts. Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System ........ 3-2 í Advanced Keys ..............3-2 Operation Using Advanced Keyless Functions ......3-7 Operation Using Advanced Key Functions ......
Page 66: Advanced Keyless Entry And Start System
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page66 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (66,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System í Advanced Keys The advanced keyless functions (advanced keyless entry and start system) enable the following operations while the advanced key is being carried (page 3-7).
Page 67 (not in the vehicle) for use if you need to make a replacement key. Also write down the code number and keep it in another safe and handy place, but not in the vehicle. If your key is lost, consult your Authorized Mazda Dealer with the code number ready. Form No.8CC1-EA-11F...
Page 68 Advanced Key) on page 5-50. If this occurs, you will have to use the auxiliary key if you need to start the engine immediately.Refer to Advanced Key Battery Dead Warning on page 3-20. Additional advanced keys can be obtained at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Up to 6 advanced keys can be used with the advanced keyless functions per vehicle.
Page 69 Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System qAdvanced Key Maintenance Replacing the battery at an Authorized Mazda Dealer is recommended to prevent CAUTION damage to the advanced key. If replacing the battery by yourself, follow the Ø Make sure the battery is installed instruction below.
Page 70 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page70 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (70,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System 3. Insert the small, flathead screwdriver 5. Insert a new battery with the positive into the gap between the cover and the...
Page 71: Operation Using Advanced Keyless Functions
Authorized Mazda Dealer. If your advanced key is lost or stolen, bring all remaining advanced keys to an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible for a replacement and to make the lost or stolen advanced key inoperative.
Page 72 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page72 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (72,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System Opening the trunk lid NOTE The trunk is out of the operational range, The operational range for opening the however, starting the engine may be trunk lid is an area of up to 80 cm (31 in) possible.
Page 73 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page73 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (73,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System To lock Passenger door request switch To lock the doors, press the request To unlock the doors, press the request switch.
Page 74 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page74 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (74,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System qOpening the Trunk Lid with NOTE Confirm that both doors are securely Request Switch locked. The trunk lid can be opened by pressing...
Page 75 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page75 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (75,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System qStarting the Engine WARNING Ignition switch positions Before leaving the driver's seat, always switch the ignition to OFF/LOCK, set the...
Page 76 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page76 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (76,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System Starting the engine This is the normal running position after NOTE the engine is started. The warning lights Engine-starting is controlled by the spark (except brakes) should be inspected ignition system.
Page 77 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page77 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (77,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System 5. (Manual transmission) 7. Verify that the KEY indicator light Depress the clutch pedal all the way (green) illuminates in the instrument and shift into neutral.
Page 78 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page78 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (78,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System 9. Switch the ignition from ACC to NOTE START and hold (up to 10 seconds at a When switching the ignition to OFF/LOCK, time) until the engine starts.
Page 79: Operation Using Advanced Key Functions
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page79 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (79,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System Transmitter Operation Using Advanced Key Functions Operation indicator light Lock button qKeyless Entry System Unlock button This system uses the more traditional...
Page 80 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page80 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (80,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System NOTE Trunk button Both doors cannot be locked when either To open the trunk, press the trunk button door is open.
Page 81 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page81 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (81,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System Declaration of Conformity Keyless entry system 3-17 Form No.8CC1-EA-11F...
Page 82: Advanced Key Suspend Function
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page82 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (82,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System qAuxiliary Key Function Advanced Key Suspend Use the auxiliary key stored in the Function advanced key in the event of a dead transmitter battery or malfunction.
Page 83: Warning And Beep Sounds
Authorized switched to ACC and the door is open Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. due to the activation of the warning Refer to Ignition Switch (page 5-2). beep sound indicating that the ignition is not switched off.
Page 84 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page84 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (84,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System qAdvanced Key Left-in-trunk The ignition has not been switched off. The auxiliary key is inserted into the Warning Beep ignition switch.
Page 85: Setting Change (Function Customization)
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page85 Monday, July 18 2011 10:7 AM Black plate (85,1) 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.
Page 86: When Warning Indicator/Beep Is Activated
When the KEY warning light (red) remains illuminated a safe place, and use the auxiliary key to continue in the instrument cluster. driving the vehicle. Have the vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. 3-22 Form No.8CC1-EA-11F...
Page 87: Doors And Locks
Refer to Theft-Deterrent System (page 3-72) If your key is lost, consult your Authorized for information regarding keys and the Mazda Dealer and have your code number prevention of vehicle and vehicle contents ready. theft. Some types of key chains cannot be attached to the retractable type key.
Page 88: Keyless Entry System (With Retractable Type Key) Í
To install a new battery, refer to Maintenance (page 3-27). Additional transmitters can be obtained at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Up to 3 transmitters can be used with the keyless entry system per vehicle. Bring all transmitters to an Authorized Mazda Dealer when additional transmitters are required.
Page 89 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page89 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (89,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qTransmitter NOTE Doors can be locked by pressing the lock button while a door is open. However, the Lock button hazard warning lights will not flash and the Unlock button horn will not sound.
Page 90 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page90 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (90,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Trunk button To open the trunk, press the trunk button for more than 1 second. NOTE (With power retractable hardtop) The trunk lid can only be opened when the power retractable hardtop is fully opened/ closed.
Page 91 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page91 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (91,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qTransmitter Maintenance 2. Insert a screwdriver into the slot and push the tab to remove the key from If the buttons on the transmitter are the transmitter.
Page 92 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.
Page 93 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page93 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (93,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qDeclaration of Conformity Keyless entry system 3-29 Form No.8CC1-EA-11F...
Page 94: Door Locks
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page94 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (94,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Always confirm the safety around the Door Locks vehicle before opening a door: Suddenly opening a door is WARNING dangerous. A passing vehicle or a...
Page 95 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page95 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (95,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qLocking, Unlocking with Transmitter To lock any door with the door-lock knob from the outside, press the door-lock knob (with Retractable Type Key) to the lock position and close the door.
Page 96 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page96 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (96,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks (With retractable type key) Locking, unlocking with door-lock The vehicle lock-out prevention feature switch prevents you from locking yourself out of Both doors lock automatically when the vehicle.
Page 97: Trunk Lid
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page97 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (97,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qOpening and Closing the Trunk Lid Trunk Lid WARNING WARNING Close the trunk lid and do not allow Never allow a person to ride in the...
Page 98 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page98 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (98,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks NOTE CAUTION (With power retractable hardtop) Do not open the trunk while the The trunk lid can only be opened when the power retractable hardtop is power retractable hardtop is fully opened/ opening/closing.
Page 99: Inside Trunk Release Lever
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page99 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (99,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks With the switch in the OFF position, the Inside Trunk Release Lever remote release button cannot be operated. Your vehicle is equipped with an inside...
Page 100 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page100 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (100,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qOpening the Trunk Lid from the WARNING Inside Close the trunk lid and do not allow Slide the inside trunk release lever in the children to play inside the vehicle: direction of the arrow.
Page 101: Power Windows
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page101 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (101,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qOperating the Power Windows Power Windows (Type A) The ignition must be switched ON for the Normal opening/closing power windows to operate. To open the window to the desired WARNING position, lightly hold down the switch.
Page 102 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page102 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (102,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qOperating the Driver's Side qOperating the Passenger Power Power Window (Type B) Window (Type B) To open the window to the desired Normal opening/closing position, hold down the switch.
Page 103 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page103 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (103,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Opening Advanced key Because nobody likes getting into a very hot car, we have introduced a way to get a Lock button head start on cooling it, even before you...
Page 104: Fuel-Filler Lid And Cap
CAUTION Always use only a genuine Mazda fuel-filler cap or an approved equivalent, available at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. The wrong cap can result in a serious...
Page 105: Hood
Contact an Authorized Release handle Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. 2. Insert your hand into the hood opening, slide the hood latch lever to the right, and lift the hood.
Page 106 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page106 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (106,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 3. Grasp the support rod in the padded 1. Check under the hood area to make area and secure it in the support rod...
Page 107 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page107 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (107,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 3. Lower the hood slowly until it rests in the unlocked position, and then remove your hands. Push the front center edge of the hood downward until a latching sound is heard, and the hood closes completely.
Page 108: Convertible Top (Soft Top) Í
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page108 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (108,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks í Convertible Top (Soft Top) Windshield header Top latch assembly Top storage area Convertible Label (The label indicates the position where convertible top's handles top is to be held when lowering or raising it.)
Page 109 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page109 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (109,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qLowering the Convertible Top Before lowering or raising the convertible top, stop in a safe place off 1. Make sure the parking brake is applied.
Page 110 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page110 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (110,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 6. Standing outside of the vehicle, hold 7. Continue to move the convertible top the convertible top along the center rearward while pressing the rear glass edge and pull it toward the vehicle rear.
Page 111 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page111 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (111,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qRaising the Convertible Top NOTE To raise the convertible top from inside the 1. Make sure the parking brake is applied. vehicle, use the convertible top's handles.
Page 112 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page112 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (112,1) 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.
Page 113: Convertible Top (Power Retractable Hardtop)
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page113 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (113,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks í Convertible Top (Power Retractable Hardtop) 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.
Page 114 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page114 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (114,1) 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.
Page 115 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page115 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (115,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 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.
Page 116 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page116 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (116,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qOpening the Power Retractable 7. Press and hold the open button until the hardtop opens completely. Hardtop 1. Park on a level surface off the right-of- way and firmly set the parking brake.
Page 117 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page117 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (117,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qClosing the Power Retractable 9. The hardtop opens. Hardtop 1. Park on a level surface off the right-of- way and firmly set the parking brake.
Page 118 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page118 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (118,1) 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.
Page 119 If the hardtop is not closed properly even heard. with the top latch locked, contact Mazda to have it inspected. Striker qThe Power Retractable Hardtop Does not Close...
Page 120 In addition, Refer to Tool Storage on page 7-5. holding your body extended over the car can result in muscle strains Allen wrench so Mazda recommends having the Eyebolt hardtop checked at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Rope NOTE...
Page 121 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page121 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (121,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 3. Use the eyebolt to get enough torque NOTE on the short leg of the Allen wrench The gear units on both sides have to be...
Page 122 Sector gear from hitting the vehicle and dropping. Guide Bring the removed bolt to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. If you drop the bolt in the vehicle by mistake, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 6. Tighten the eyebolt by turning it clockwise 5 more times.
Page 123 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page123 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (123,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 13. Lift up the deck using two adults, one Closing the hardtop on each side of the vehicle, and open CAUTION the deck completely.
Page 124 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page124 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (124,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 2. Grasp the hardtop along the side and Closing the deck rear surfaces and lift it up enough to 1. Loop the center of the rope through the create a clearance behind the rear glass.
Page 125 If it is not inside the vehicle, it will be difficult to service the hardtop at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 3. Do the same procedure on the other 6. Lightly move the deck and verify that side.
Page 126 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. WARNING Drive the vehicle at a speed of 40 km/h (25 mph) or lower before having the...
Page 127 A warning beep sound is heard when the open or close despite having met all the operation conditions, consult switch is pressed. an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the system inspected. A warning beep sound is heard when the open or close The hardtop is not fully opened or closed.
Page 128: Security System
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page128 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (128,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System CAUTION Immobilizer System (with Advanced Key) Do not allow the following when starting the engine with the auxiliary The immobilizer system allows the engine...
Page 129 Authorized Mazda Dealer. Always keep a spare advanced key in case one is lost. If an advanced key is lost, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. If you lose an advanced key (including auxiliary key), an Authorized Mazda Dealer...
Page 130 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page130 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (130,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System Declaration of Conformity 3-66 Form No.8CC1-EA-11F...
Page 131 Go to an Authorized If the engine does not start with the Mazda Dealer and have it checked. If the correct advanced key, and the security engine is shut off while the indicator light is indicator light keeps illuminating or flashing, you will not be able to restart it.
Page 132: Immobilizer System (Without Advanced Key)
Add-On Immobilizer System Equipment (without Advanced Key) Mazda cannot guarantee the immobilizer system's operation if the system has been The immobilizer system allows the engine modified or if any add-on equipment has to start only with a key the system been installed.
Page 133 Ø A key ring rests on the key grip. If a key is lost, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. If you lose a key, an Authorized Mazda Dealer will reset the electronic codes of your remaining keys and immobilizer system.
Page 134 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page134 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (134,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System Declaration of Conformity 3-70 Form No.8CC1-EA-11F...
Page 135 Disarming shut off the engine. Go to an Authorized The system is disarmed when the ignition Mazda Dealer and have it checked. If you is switched ON with the correct ignition shut off the engine while the light is key.
Page 136: Theft-Deterrent System Í
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page136 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (136,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System Opening the trunk lid by operating the í Theft-Deterrent System trunk lid release button. If the system is triggered again, the lights If the theft deterrent system detects an...
Page 137 NOTE Mazda recommends that you affix it to the The trunk lid can be opened with the key or the lower rear corner of a front door window.
Page 138: Steering Wheel And Mirrors
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page138 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (138,1) Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors Steering Wheel Mirrors WARNING qOutside Mirrors Never adjust the steering wheel while Check the mirror angles before driving. the vehicle is moving:...
Page 139 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page139 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (139,1) Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors qRearview Mirror 2. Depress the mirror switch in the appropriate direction. WARNING Selector switch Do not stack cargo or objects higher Outside mirror...
Page 140 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page140 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (140,1) Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors Press the OFF button ( ) to cancel the NOTE automatic dimming function. The For the manual day/night mirror, perform the indicator light will turn off.
Page 141 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page141 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (141,1) Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors NOTE 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.
Page 142 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page142 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (142,1) 3-78 Form No.8CC1-EA-11F...
Page 143: Before Driving Your Mazda
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page143 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (143,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Important information about driving your Mazda. Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions ........4-2 Fuel Requirements ..............4-2 Emission Control System ............4-3 Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide) ......... 4-4 Before Starting the Engine ............
Page 144: 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 Octane Rating...
Page 145: Emission Control System
Ø USE ONLY UNLEADED FUEL. Ø Do not drive your Mazda with any sign of engine malfunction. Ø Do not coast with the ignition switched off. Ø Do not descend steep grades in gear with the ignition switched off.
Page 146: Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide)
When inhaled, it can cause loss of consciousness and death. If you smell exhaust gas inside your vehicle, keep all windows fully open and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer immediately. Do not run the engine when inside an enclosed area: Running the engine inside an enclosed area, such as a garage, is dangerous.
Page 147: Before Starting The Engine
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page147 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (147,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Before Starting the Engine Before Getting In After Getting In Be sure the windows, outside mirrors, Are all doors closed and locked? and outside lights are clean.
Page 148: Driving Tips
Break-In Period Money-Saving Suggestions No special break-in is necessary, but a few How you operate your Mazda determines precautions in the first 1,000 km (600 how far it will travel on a tank of fuel. Use miles) may add to the performance, these suggestions to help save money on economy, and life of your Mazda.
Page 149: Hazardous Driving
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page149 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (149,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips NOTE Hazardous Driving Use snow chains only on the rear wheels. WARNING Be extremely careful if it is necessary to downshift on slippery surfaces:...
Page 150: Floor Mat
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page150 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (150,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Floor Mat Rocking the Vehicle WARNING WARNING Make sure the floor mats are hooked Do not spin the wheels at more than 56...
Page 151: Winter Driving
30 kPa (0.3 kgf/cm , 4.3 psi) of sand or salt. more than recommended on the tire Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer to pressure label (driver's door frame), but perform the following precautions: never more than the maximum cold-tire Have the proper ratio of antifreeze in pressure shown on the tires.
Page 152: Driving In Flooded Area
Install the chains on the rear tires. Do not use chains on the front tires. Please consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Installing the chains 1. Secure the chains on the rear tires as tightly as possible.
Page 153: Overloading
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page153 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (153,1) 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.
Page 154: Driving On Uneven Road
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page154 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (154,1) 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.
Page 155: Towing
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page155 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (155,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Towing Trailer Towing The Mazda MX-5 is not designed for towing. Never tow a trailer with your Mazda MX-5. 4-13 Form No.8CC1-EA-11F...
Page 156 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page156 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (156,1) 4-14 Form No.8CC1-EA-11F...
Page 157 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page157 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (157,1) 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 ............. 5-5 Brake System ................5-6 Manual Transmission Operation ..........
Page 158: Starting And Driving
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page158 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (158,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qIgnition Switch Positions Ignition Switch With advanced Auxiliary key (with advanced key) NOTE When starting the engine using the advanced key, refer to Starting the Engine (page 3-11).
Page 159 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page159 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (159,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Automatic Transmission Vehicle WARNING Remove the key only when the vehicle is parked (with steering lock mechanism): Removing the key from the ignition switch while the vehicle is moving is dangerous.
Page 160: Starting The Engine
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page160 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (160,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving ACC (Accessory) Starting the Engine In this position, some electrical NOTE accessories will operate. Engine-starting is controlled by the spark ignition system. This is the normal running position after...
Page 161: Turning The Engine Off
Stopping the engine while the vehicle Authorized Mazda Dealer (page 7-21). is moving for any reason other than in an emergency is dangerous. Stopping the engine while the vehicle...
Page 162: Brake System
Do not coast with the engine stalled or qFoot Brake turned off, find a safe place to stop: Coasting with the engine stalled or Your Mazda has power-assisted brakes turned off is dangerous. Braking will that adjust automatically through normal require more effort, and the brake's use.
Page 163 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page163 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (163,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qParking Brake CAUTION WARNING Ø Do not drive with your foot held on the clutch pedal or brake pedal, Before leaving the driver's seat, always...
Page 164 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page164 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (164,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qBrake System Warning Light Setting the parking brake Depress the brake pedal and then firmly pull the parking brake lever fully upwards with sufficient force to hold the vehicle in a stationary position.
Page 165 Consult an Authorized speed, tailgating (following another Mazda Dealer as soon as possible even if the vehicle too closely), driving on ice and brake light is no longer illuminated. snow, and hydroplaning (reduced tire...
Page 166 Have the vehicle towed to as if the vehicle had no ABS. an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have Should this happen, consult an Authorized the brakes inspected as soon as Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
Page 167: Manual Transmission Operation
6-speed manual transmission. When you hear this noise, consult an The shift pattern for each is shown above. Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. Depress the clutch pedal all the way down while shifting; then release it slowly.
Page 168 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page168 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (168,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving (6-speed transmission) CAUTION Vehicles with 6-speed transmission are Ø Keep your foot off the clutch pedal equipped with a device to prevent shifting to R (reverse) by mistake.
Page 169 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page169 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (169,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving For cruising 5-speed 6-speed Gear transmission transmission 1 to 2 15 km/h (9 mph) 18 km/h (11 mph) 2 to 3 29 km/h (18 mph) 32 km/h (20 mph)
Page 170: Automatic Transmission Controls
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page170 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (170,1) 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).
Page 171 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page171 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (171,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qTransmission Ranges WARNING The shift lever must be in P or N to If the engine is running faster than idle, operate the starter.
Page 172 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page172 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (172,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qActive Adaptive Shift (AAS) NOTE When the ignition is switched off (LOCK), Active Adaptive Shift (AAS) the shift lever cannot be shifted from P.
Page 173 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page173 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (173,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE Shifting If you change to manual shift mode when You can shift gears up and down by the vehicle is stopped, the gear will shift to operating the shift lever or the steering shift switches.
Page 174 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page174 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (174,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving To shift down to a lower gear with the WARNING steering shift switches, press either of the Keep your hands on the steering wheel...
Page 175 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page175 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (175,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE Shifting down When driving at high speeds, the gear may If the vehicle speed is higher than the not shift down. speed specified for each gear, the gear...
Page 176 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page176 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (176,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving í qDirect Mode If the vehicle is kicked down at the following speeds or lower, the gears shift Direct mode can be used for temporarily...
Page 177 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page177 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (177,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE Descending steep grades Shifting up and down while in direct mode may When descending a steep grade, shift to not be possible depending on the vehicle lower gears, depending on load weight speed.
Page 178: Power Steering
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page178 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (178,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving í Power Steering Cruise Control Power steering is only operable when the With cruise control, you can set and engine is running. If the engine is off or if...
Page 179 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page179 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (179,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qActivation/Deactivation 3. Press down the cruise control SET/- switch and release it at the desired To activate the system, press the ON/OFF speed. Release the accelerator switch.
Page 180 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page180 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (180,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qTo Increase Cruising Speed To increase speed using accelerator pedal Follow either of these procedures. Depress the accelerator pedal to accelerate To increase speed using cruise control to the desired speed.
Page 181 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page181 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (181,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Your vehicle has a tap-down feature that Press the CANCEL switch. 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.
Page 182: Traction Control System (Tcs)
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page182 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (182,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qTCS/DSC Indicator Light Traction Control System í (TCS) The Traction Control System (TCS) enhances traction and safety by controlling engine torque and braking.
Page 183: Dynamic Stability Control (Dsc)
The Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) Ø Use tires of the correct size automatically controls braking and engine specified for your Mazda on all torque in conjunction with systems such four wheels. as ABS and TCS to help control side slip Ø...
Page 184 If the light stays on when the TCS/DSC is not switched off, take your vehicle to an Press the switch again to turn the TCS/ Authorized Mazda Dealer. The dynamic DSC back on. The DSC OFF indicator stability control may have a malfunction.
Page 185 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page185 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (185,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE 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.
Page 186: Tire Pressure Monitoring System
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page186 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (186,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving í Tire Pressure Monitoring System 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.
Page 187 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page187 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (187,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving CAUTION Ø 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.
Page 188 Authorized Mazda Dealer or a tire repair station. Do not ignore the TPMS Warning Light: Ignoring the TPMS warning light is dangerous, even if you know why it is illuminated.
Page 189 Leaks need to be addressed by more than simply refilling the trouble tire as leaks are dangerous - take it to an Authorized Mazda Dealer which has all the equipment to fix tires, TPMS systems and order the best replacement tire for your vehicle.
Page 190 When the TPMS warning light flashes, Do not use non-genuine tire sealant. there may be a system malfunction. It may damage the tire pressure Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. sensor. A system error activation may occur in the following cases:...
Page 191 The easiest way to do it is to have an done by an Authorized Mazda Authorized Mazda Dealer change your tire and Dealer, or the tire pressure sensors complete ID signal code registration.
Page 192 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page192 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (192,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving A new tire pressure sensor is installed to a new wheel. NOTE The tire pressure sensor ID signal code must be registered when a new tire pressure sensor is purchased.
Page 193: Instrument Cluster And Indicators
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page193 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (193,1) Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators Meters and Gauges Speedometer ...................... page 5-38 Odometer, Trip Meter, Average Fuel Economy Display, Outside Temperature Display and Selector ....................... page 5-38 Tachometer ......................
Page 194 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page194 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (194,1) Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators qSpeedometer The speedometer indicates the speed of Odometer the vehicle. qOdometer, Trip Meter, Average Trip meter A Fuel Economy Display, Outside Odometer Temperature Display and Selector The ignition must be switched ON.
Page 195 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page195 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (195,1) Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators The trip meter records the total distance NOTE í the vehicle is driven until the meter is (Temperature unit change function) again reset. Return it to 0.0 by holding...
Page 196 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page196 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (196,1) Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators Automatic Transmission CAUTION Driving with an overheated engine can cause serious engine damage Red zone (page 7-19). qFuel Gauge The fuel gauge shows approximately how much fuel is remaining in the tank when the ignition is switched ON.
Page 197 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page197 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (197,1) Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators qEngine Oil Pressure Gauge qDashboard Illumination When the exterior lights are on, rotate the knob to adjust the brightness of the Normal range dashboard illumination.
Page 198: Warning/Indicator Lights And Beep Sounds
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page198 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (198,1) 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 5-44...
Page 199 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page199 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (199,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Signal Warning/Indicator Lights Page Seat Belt Warning Light 5-47 Door-Ajar Warning Light 5-47 Automatic Transmission Warning Light 5-47 Tire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light...
Page 200 Authorized Mazda Dealer. NOTE Having to add brake fluid is sometimes an indicator of leakage. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible even if the brake light is no longer illuminated. This warning has the following functions: WARNING...
Page 201 The warning light stays on for a few illuminated. Have the vehicle towed to seconds when the ignition is switched an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the brakes inspected as soon as possible: If the ABS warning light stays on while...
Page 202 If the check engine light remains on or flashes continuously, do not drive at high If the warning light illuminates while speeds and consult an Authorized Mazda driving, it indicates a malfunction of the Dealer as soon as possible. alternator or of the charging system.
Page 203 The seat belt warning light illuminates if problem. Continuing to drive your the driver or front passenger's seat belt is Mazda in this condition could cause not fastened (only when the front damage to your transmission. passenger seat is occupied) when the Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer ignition is switched ON.
Page 204 Authorized Mazda Dealer or a tire repair station. Do not ignore the TPMS Warning Light: Ignoring the TPMS warning light is dangerous, even if you know why it is illuminated.
Page 205 Leaks need to be addressed by more than simply refilling the trouble tire as leaks are dangerous - take it to an Authorized Mazda Dealer which has all the equipment to fix tires, TPMS systems and order the best replacement tire for your vehicle.
Page 206 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page206 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (206,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds If the warning light illuminates again even Warning light illuminates/Warning after the tire pressures are adjusted, there beep sounds may be a tire puncture.
Page 207 Have the vehicle The start knob has not been returned inspected at an Authorized Mazda to the OFF/LOCK position, the Dealer as soon as possible. driver's door is open, and the...
Page 208 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page208 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (208,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds qHeadlight High-Beam Indicator NOTE The advanced key can be set so that the KEY Light indicator light (green) does not flash even if the battery power is low.
Page 209 ON. If the TCS or DSC is operating, the not switched off, take your vehicle to an indicator light flashes. Authorized Mazda Dealer. The dynamic stability control may have a malfunction. If the light stays on, the TCS or DSC may...
Page 210: Beep Sounds
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page210 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (210,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds qCruise Main Indicator Light Beep Sounds (Amber)/Cruise Set Indicator í qSeat Belt Warning Beep Light (Green) 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.
Page 211 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page211 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (211,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds qTire Inflation Pressure Warning í Beep The warning beep sound will be heard for about 3 seconds if the tire pressures decrease.
Page 212: Switches And Controls
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. NOTE If the headlights flicker, or the brightness weakens, the bulb-life may be depleted and a replacement is necessary.
Page 213 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page213 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (213,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls qLights-On Reminder qFlashing the Headlights If lights are on and the key is removed To flash the headlights, pull the lever fully from the ignition switch, a continuous...
Page 214: Turn And Lane-Change Signals
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page214 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (214,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls í Fog Lights Turn and Lane-Change Signals Use this switch to turn on the fog lights. The fog lights will help you to see as well...
Page 215: Windshield Wipers And Washer
Authorized could result in an accident. Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of- Only use windshield washer fluid way. Wait until the weather clears before trying mixed with anti-freeze protection in to drive with the wipers inoperative.
Page 216: Rear Window Defroster
Indicator light until the lever is released. If the washer does not work, inspect the fluid level (page 8-23). If it's normal, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. CAUTION Do not use sharp instruments or window cleaners with abrasives to clean the inside of the rear window surface.
Page 217: Horn
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page217 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (217,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Horn Hazard Warning Flasher To sound the horn, press the mark on The hazard warning lights should always the steering wheel. be used when you stop on or near a roadway in an emergency.
Page 218: Homelink Wireless Control System Í
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page218 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (218,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls WARNING HomeLink Wireless í Control System Do not use the HomeLink system with any garage door opener that lacks the NOTE safety stop and reverse feature:...
Page 219 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page219 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (219,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls The HomeLink system provides 3 buttons NOTE which can be individually selected and FCC ID: NZLOBIHL3 programmed using the transmitters for CANADA:4112A-OBIHL3 current, on-market devices as follows: This device complies with FCC rules part 15.
Page 220 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page220 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (220,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls 5. Press and hold the just-trained HomeLink should now activate your HomeLink button and observe the rolling code equipped device. indicator light. NOTE...
Page 221 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page221 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (221,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Continue to press and hold the HomeLink button while you press and release every two seconds ( cycle ) your hand- held transmitter until the frequency signal has successfully been accepted by HomeLink.
Page 222 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page222 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (222,1) 5-66 Form No.8CC1-EA-11F...
Page 223: Interior Comfort
Convenient Use of the Hands-Free System ......6-68 Hands-Free Telephone Setting ..........6-73 When Bluetooth Hands-Free cannot be used ......6-78 Safety Certification ..............6-78 Mazda Bluetooth Hands-Free Customer Service ....6-79 Interior Equipment ..............6-80 Sunvisors ................. 6-80 Interior Lights ................. 6-80 Cup Holder ................
Page 224: Climate Control System
ON efficient. Consult an Authorized Mazda when the engine is not running. Dealer for refrigerant inspection.
Page 225 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page225 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (225,1) 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.
Page 226 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page226 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (226,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System qSelecting the Airflow Mode Dashboard Vents Dashboard Vents (OPEN MODE) Floor Vents Dashboard and Floor Vents (OPEN MODE) Defroster and Floor Vents Floor Vents (OPEN MODE) Defroster Vents You will feel more comfortable by using the OPEN MODE when opening the roof.
Page 227 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page227 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (227,1) 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 228 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page228 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (228,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System í Manual Type Mode selector dial Temperature control dial Fan control dial Rear window defroster switch Air intake selector *A/C switch *Some models qControl Switches NOTE When the mode is set to with...
Page 229 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page229 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (229,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Turn the dial to adjust to the desired fan Air intake selector speed. Turning the dial clockwise increases the fan speed. Turning the dial counterclockwise decreases the fan speed.
Page 230 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page230 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (230,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System í qCooling (With Air Conditioner) WARNING 1. Set the mode selector dial to the Do not use the recirculated air mode in position. cold or rainy weather: Using the recirculated air mode in 2.
Page 231 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page231 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (231,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System qVentilation NOTE For maximum defrosting, set the 1. Set the mode selector dial to the temperature control dial to the extreme hot position. position and turn the fan control dial fully clockwise.
Page 232 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page232 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (232,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System í Automatic Type Type A Mode selector dial Temperature control dial Fan control dial Rear window defroster switch Air intake selector A/C switch Type B Mode selector dial Temperature control dial Fan control dial...
Page 233 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page233 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (233,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System qControl Switches Except AUTO position The airflow amount can be adjusted to the Temperature control dial desired level by turning the dial. OFF position To turn off the system, set the dial to OFF.
Page 234 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page234 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (234,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System qOperation of Automatic Air With the fan control dial ON, press the A/C switch to select the air conditioning Conditioning (cooling/dehumidifying functions) on or 1.
Page 235 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page235 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (235,1) 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.
Page 236: Audio System
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page236 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (236,1) Interior Comfort Audio System í qSatellite Radio Antenna Antenna The satellite radio antenna receives qAM/FM Radio Antenna SIRIUS signals. To remove the antenna, turn it counterclockwise. Satellite radio antenna To install the antenna, turn it clockwise.
Page 237 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page237 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (237,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qRadio Reception Operating Tips for Audio System AM characteristics AM signals bend around such things as WARNING buildings or mountains and bounce off the ionosphere. Therefore, they can reach Do not adjust the audio control longer distances than FM signals.
Page 238 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page238 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (238,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Signals from an FM transmitter are similar Flutter/Skip noise to beams of light because they do not Signals from an FM transmitter move in bend around corners, but they do reflect. straight lines and become weak in valleys Unlike AM signals, FM signals cannot between tall buildings, mountains, and...
Page 239 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page239 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (239,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qOperating Tips for CD Player/In- Strong signal noise Dash CD Changer This occurs very close to a transmitter tower. The broadcast signals are Condensation phenomenon extremely strong, so the result is noise and Immediately after turning on the heater sound breakup at the radio receiver.
Page 240 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page240 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (240,1) Interior Comfort Audio System The CD revolves at high speed within A new CD may have rough edges on the unit. Defective (cracked or badly its inner and outer perimeters. If a disc bent) CDs should never be used.
Page 241 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page241 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (241,1) Interior Comfort Audio System The CD player/In-dash CD changer has Do not use record sprays, antistatic been designed to play CDs bearing the agents, or household spray cleaners. identification logo as shown below. No Volatile chemicals such as benzine and other discs can be played.
Page 242 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page242 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (242,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Completely read the instruction manual This unit can play MP3s with sampling and cautions for CD-R/CD-RWs. frequencies of 16/22.05/24/32/44.1/48 Do not use discs with cellophane tape kHz.
Page 243 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page243 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (243,1) Interior Comfort Audio System The maximum number of characters Folder that can be used for file names is as : Folder : Track (File) follows. However, this unit will only display up to 32 characters, including the file extension (.mp3).
Page 244 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page244 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (244,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Specialized glossary Bit rate Refers to the volume of data per second, expressed in bps (bits per second). Abbreviation for MPEG Audio Layer 3 . Generally, the larger the number of the A technical standard for audio transfer bit rate when compressing an...
Page 245 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page245 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (245,1) 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.
Page 246 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page246 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (246,1) MEMO 6-24 Form No.8CC1-EA-11F...
Page 247 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page247 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (247,1) 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 ....................page 6-32 Operating the Satellite Radio ................. page 6-34 Operating the Compact Disc (CD) Player ..............
Page 248 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page248 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (248,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qPower/Volume/Sound Controls Audio control dial Power/Volume dial Power ON/OFF Audio sound adjustment Switch the ignition to ACC or ON. 1. Press the audio control dial to select the function.
Page 249 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page249 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (249,1) Interior Comfort Audio System * Depending on the mode selected, the indication changes. Standard audio-equipped model 2. Turn the audio control dial to adjust the selected functions as follows: Standard audio-equipped model Indication Turn Left Turn Right...
Page 250 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page250 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (250,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Turn the audio control dial to select ALC NOTE OFF or ALC LEVEL1 7 modes. The Depending on the type of audio unit, the selected mode will be indicated. order in which the functions appear differs.
Page 251 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page251 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (251,1) 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.
Page 252: Clock
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page252 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (252,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qClock Display Hour set button Clock button Audio control dial Minute set button NOTE Setting the time When the clock button ( ) is The clock can be set at any time when the released, the seconds are reset to “00”.
Page 253 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page253 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (253,1) MEMO 6-31 Form No.8CC1-EA-11F...
Page 254: Operating The Radio
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page254 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (254,1) 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 Manual tuning dial Radio ON Tuning Press a band selector button ( ) to...
Page 255 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page255 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (255,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Press and hold the auto memory button NOTE ) for about 2 seconds until a beep If you continue to press and hold the button, sound is heard;...
Page 256: Operating The Satellite Radio
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page256 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (256,1) Interior Comfort Audio System í qOperating the Satellite Radio Channel preset buttons Satellite button Electronic serial number button Channel preset buttons Band selector button Instant replay button Display Text button Category buttons Scan button Seek tuning buttons...
Page 257 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page257 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (257,1) Interior Comfort Audio System NOTE What is satellite radio? This equipment has been tested and found to With over 130 channels, SIRIUS Satellite comply with the limits for a Class B digital Radio brings you more of what you love.
Page 258 SR1, SR2 and SR3: six stations can be stored in each bank for convenient access to your seconds or longer, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer. favorite stations. Operation in the initial state Be sure you are parked outside with a...
Page 259 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page259 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (259,1) Interior Comfort Audio System UPDATING xx% is displayed when the NOTE SIRIUS channel map is changed. If the When the subscription contract is canceled, all unit is initialized or the user contract of the channels including channel 184 appear content is changed, UPDATING is as unsubscribed.
Page 260 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page260 Monday, July 18 2011 10:8 AM Black plate (260,1) Interior Comfort Audio System (Programming with text display (e.g. Category change channel name)) Press the category button ( and select the desired category. 1. Select the desired channel to be Press the category button ( programmed.
Page 261 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page261 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (261,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Scan tuning NOTE Ten characters are displayed on one screen. Press the scan button ( ) to To display the rest of the characters of a automatically sample stations.
Page 262 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page262 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (262,1) Interior Comfort Audio System If there is no channel name, To display the rest of the characters of NO TITLE is displayed. the artist's name, press and hold the text button ( ).
Page 263 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page263 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (263,1) Interior Comfort Audio System To display the rest of the characters of When the instant replay button ( ) is the composer's name, press and hold pressed again, playback is paused, or the text button ( ).
Page 264 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page264 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (264,1) Interior Comfort Audio System When changing the ID code, the new ID (Master code input determination) code is input after the previous one is 5. Determine the master code which has input first.
Page 265 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page265 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (265,1) Interior Comfort Audio System 7. If it matches with the previously (Locking a channel) registered code, ENTER PIN appears 1. Select a channel to be locked by again and it switches to code input turning the manual tuning dial.
Page 266 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page266 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (266,1) Interior Comfort Audio System NOTE (Registered ID code input determination) If an ID code is not input for ten seconds, “Err” is displayed and it returns to the 6. Determine the input code by pressing former display.
Page 267 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page267 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (267,1) MEMO 6-45 Form No.8CC1-EA-11F...
Page 268: Operating The Compact Disc (Cd) Player
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page268 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (268,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qOperating the Compact Disc (CD) Player CD slot CD play button Folder up button CD eject button Display Repeat button Play/Pause button Scan button Folder down button Text button Load button Track down/Reverse button...
Page 269 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page269 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (269,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Fast-forward/Reverse Repeat playback Press and hold the fast-forward button During music CD playback ) to advance through a track at high 1. Press the repeat button ( ) during speed.
Page 270 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page270 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (270,1) 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.
Page 271 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. If the message appears again, take the unit to an Authorized Mazda Dealer for service. 6-49 Form No.8CC1-EA-11F...
Page 272: Operating The In-Dash Cd Changer
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page272 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (272,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qOperating the In-Dash CD Changer Channel preset buttons CD slot CD play button Repeat button Load button Disc up/Folder up button Display CD eject button Text button Channel Scan button...
Page 273 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page273 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (273,1) Interior Comfort Audio System 2. Press the channel preset button for the 2. Press the channel preset button for the desired tray number while WAIT is desired CD number for less than 5 displayed.
Page 274 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page274 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (274,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Track search NOTE If the unit is left in scan, normal playback will Press the track up button ( ) once to skip resume where scan was selected. forward to the beginning of the next track.
Page 275 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page275 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (275,1) Interior Comfort Audio System During MP3/WMA CD playback MP3/WMA CD (Folder random) Disc number/File 1. Press the random button ( ) during number/Elapsed time playback to play the tracks in the folder randomly.
Page 276: Operating The Auxiliary Jack
CD for damage, dirt, or smudges, and then properly reinsert. If the message appears again, take the unit to an Authorized Mazda Dealer for service. qOperating the Auxiliary jack You can connect portable audio units, such as an MP3 player or similar products...
Page 277: Error Indications
Interior Comfort Audio System qError Indications If you see an error indication on the display, find the cause in the chart. If you cannot clear the error indication, take the vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Indication Cause Solution Depending on the...
Page 278 The voice recognition/hands-free switch is í Operation operable with the audio unit turned off. Mazda has installed this system to prevent When the audio unit is turned on, distraction while driving the vehicle and operation of the audio unit from the using audio controls on the dashboard.
Page 279 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page279 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (279,1) 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 →...
Page 280 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page280 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (280,1) Interior Comfort Audio System í qMute Switch AUX Mode (Auxiliary input) Press the mute switch ( ) once to mute You can connect portable audio units, audio, press it again to resume audio such as an MP3 player or similar products output.
Page 281 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page281 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (281,1) Interior Comfort Audio System 4. Press the AUX button ( ) of the CAUTION audio unit or the mode switch ( Depending on the portable audio of the audio control switches on the device, noise may occur when using steering wheel to change to the AUX the device with it connected to the...
Page 282 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. Ø Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous laser exposure. Never operate the CD player with the top case of the unit removed.
Page 283 However, even among these operations while the vehicle is parked: Bluetooth phones are some which Performing phonebook registration will not connect with your Mazda or while driving the vehicle could be a will have limited function. Therefore, distraction to your driving and result consult Mazda Bluetooth Hands-Free in an unexpected accident.
Page 284 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page284 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (284,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands-Free Bluetooth is the registered trademark of Voice Recognition/Hands-Free switch Bluetooth SIG. Inc. operations A short press or a long press of the voice NOTE recognition/hands-free switch is used to The Bluetooth Hands-Free system is operate the system as follows: operable several seconds after the ignition...
Page 285 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page285 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (285,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands-Free Dialects or different wording other than Audio unit hands-free prompts cannot be The audio unit is used for adjusting the recognized by voice recognition. Speak volume.
Page 286 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page286 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (286,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands-Free Bluetooth Hands-Free Activation Basic Bluetooth Hands- Method Free Operation 1. Program the mobile telephone (Pairing) Refer to Bluetooth Hands-Free qBluetooth Hands-Free preparation preparation on page 6-64. Language setting 2.
Page 287 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page287 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (287,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands-Free Up to seven Bluetooth equipped mobile NOTE telephones can be programmed to the Other language settings can also be made vehicle. while in the current setting by saying the name of the language in the native pronunciation.
Page 288 For the operation of the mobile telephone, refer to its instruction manual. 24. Say: [Beep] Yes 15. Select Mazda from the device list 25. Prompt: Pairing complete searched by the mobile phone. After a mobile telephone is registered, the 16.
Page 289 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page289 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (289,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands-Free qReceiving an incoming call NOTE Depending on the device, the registration 1. Prompt: Incoming call, press the status may be lost after a certain period of phone button to answer .
Page 290 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page290 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (290,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands-Free qVolume adjustment Convenient Use of the The power/volume dial of the audio unit Hands-Free System is used to adjust the volume. Turn the dial qPhone book usage to the right to increase volume, to the left to decrease it.
Page 291 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page291 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (291,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands-Free 13. Prompt: Number, please. 6. Say: [Beep] Yes 14. Say: [Beep] XXXXXXXXXXX 7. Prompt: Dialing (Ex. 555-1234 ) (Say the phone NOTE number to be registered.) The “Call”...
Page 292 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page292 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (292,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands-Free qMute Call waiting A call can be interrupted to receive an The microphone can be muted during a incoming call from a third party. call. Call interrupt 1.
Page 293 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page293 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (293,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands-Free NOTE NOTE Do this function only when parked. It is too If there was no previous phone number registered to a location (Ex. “Work”), the distracting to attempt while driving and you prompt will only read out “Number, please”.
Page 294 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page294 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (294,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands-Free 6. Say: [Beep] XXXXX... (Ex. John's 8. Say: [Beep] Yes phone ) (Say the registered voice tag 9. Prompt: Please wait, erasing the to be deleted from the phone book.) Hands Free system phone book.
Page 295 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page295 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (295,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands-Free 6. Prompt: End of list, would you like Hands-Free Telephone Setting to start from the beginning? qMobile phone 7. Say: [Beep] No 8. Prompt: Returning to main menu. Mobile phone registration For the registration of a Bluetooth equipped mobile telephone to Bluetooth...
Page 296 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page296 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (296,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands-Free Press the voice recognition/hands-free 7. Prompt: XXXXX... (Ex. phone B...) switch during the read-out at the desired (Registered phone tag) selected, is this phone, and then say one of the following correct? voice commands to execute it.
Page 297 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page297 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (297,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands-Free 8. Say: [Beep] 2 (Say the order of 8. Say: [Beep] XXXX (Say a desired 4- priority of the mobile phone to be digit passcode, PCode .) deleted.) 9.
Page 298 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page298 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (298,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands-Free 4. Say: [Beep] Passcode 5. Prompt: Confirmation prompts are on/off. Would you like to turn 5. Prompt: Passcode is enabled. Would confirmation prompts off/on? you like to disable it? 6.
Page 299 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page299 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (299,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands-Free 4. Press the voice recognition/hands-free NOTE switch with a short press. After user voice registration is completed, voice guidance “Speaker enrollment is 5. The voice guidance reads out the voice complete, returning to main menu”...
Page 300 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page300 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (300,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands-Free Safety Certification When Bluetooth Hands- Free cannot be used FCC ID: CB2MBLUEC07 IC:279B- MBLUEC07 Bluetooth Hands-Free cannot be used This device complies with Part 15 of the under the following conditions: FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry The mobile telephone is outside of the...
Page 301 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page301 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (301,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands-Free Mazda Bluetooth Hands- Free Customer Service U.S.A. Phone: 800-430-0153 (Toll-free) www.MazdaUSA.com/bluetooth Canada Phone: 800-430-0153 (Toll-free) www.mazdahandsfree.ca 6-79 Form No.8CC1-EA-11F...
Page 302 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page302 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (302,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Sunvisors Interior Lights qOverhead Light When you need a sunvisor, lower it for use in front. Switch Overhead Light qVanity Mirrors Position Light off To use the vanity mirror, lower the Light is on when any door is open sunvisor.
Page 303 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page303 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (303,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Cup Holder Multi-Pocket WARNING Multi-pockets are on the inside of the doors. 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.
Page 304 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page304 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (304,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment qSeat Side Box Storage Compartments To open, pull the release catch. WARNING Insert the key and turn it clockwise to lock, counterclockwise to unlock. Keep storage boxes closed when driving: Driving with the storage boxes open Unlock...
Page 305 Switch the ignition to ACC or ON. When finished, return the seat to its Only use genuine Mazda accessories or original position and secure it. After the equivalent requiring no greater than returning the seat to its original position, 120 W (DC 12 V, 10 A).
Page 306 To use the windblocker, lift it upright. require more than 120 W (DC 12 V, 10 A). Ø Do not use accessories that are not genuine Mazda accessories or the equivalent. Ø Close the cover when the accessory socket is not in use to...
Page 307: In Case Of An Emergency
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page307 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (307,1) 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 í...
Page 308: Parking In An Emergency
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page308 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (308,1) 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...
Page 309: Flat Tire
When the flat tire warning light driving, make sure which type of tire is illuminates or the tire pressure equipped on your Mazda. If you cannot warning beep sound is heard, it is identify your tire type, consult an dangerous to drive the vehicle at high Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Page 310 The maximum driving distance may be shorter depending on the driving conditions. If a run-flat tire is punctured, carefully drive the vehicle to the nearest Mazda Dealer and have the tire changed. NOTE A spare tire or Instant Mobility System...
Page 311: Tool Storage
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page311 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (311,1) 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 Tool bag Jack Lever...
Page 312 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page312 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (312,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire qJack To secure the jack 1. Insert the wing bolt into the jack with To remove the jack the jack screw pointing back and turn 1.
Page 313: Instant Mobility System (Ims) Emergency Flat Tire Repair Kit Í
Tire Repair Kit includes the following items. 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...
Page 314: Tire Repair Kit
NOTE remove the emergency flat tire repair The tire sealant cannot be reused. Purchase kit. 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.
Page 315 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page315 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (315,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire NOTE CAUTION The tire sealant can be used at outside temperatures down to _ 30°C ( _ 22°F). If there is air remaining in the tire when the valve core is removed, the In extremely cold temperatures (0°C (32°F) or valve core could fly out.
Page 316 Valve NOTE The tire sealant cannot be reused. Purchase a new tire sealant kit at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 11. Pull out the injection hose from the valve. Reinsert the valve core into the WARNING...
Page 317 Contact an make sure the compressor power Authorized Mazda Dealer. switch is off. If the tire has been over-inflated, loosen the Ø The compressor turns on and off screw cap on the compressor and bleed with the push-button switch.
Page 318 Authorized Mazda Dealer. expired. Have the tire sealant replaced at an Ø If the tire inflation pressure Authorized Mazda Dealer before the period of continues to remain low after effective use has expired. repeating steps 14 to 21, park the...
Page 319: Changing A Tire
CAUTION (With Tire Pressure Monitoring System) The wheels equipped on your Mazda are specially designed for installation of the tire pressure sensors. Do not use non-genuine wheels, otherwise it may not be possible to install the tire pressure sensors.
Page 320 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page320 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (320,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire qRemoving a Tire 4. Place the jack under the jack-up position closest to the tire being 1. Loosen the lug nuts by turning them changed with the jack head squarely counterclockwise one turn each, but do under the jack-up point.
Page 321 Before Jacking up the vehicle in a position removing the lug nuts, make sure your Mazda is firmly in position and that it other than the designated jack-up position or placing objects on or cannot slip or move.
Page 322 If you lose this key, consult an Authorized Starting the engine or shaking the Mazda Dealer or use the lock vehicle while it is jacked up is manufacturer's order form, which is with dangerous as it could cause the the registration card.
Page 323 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page323 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (323,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 3. Install the lug nuts with the beveled To install the nut edge inward; tighten them by hand. 1. Place the key on top of the nut, and be sure to hold the key square to it.
Page 324 Because the wheel studs and lug nuts on your Mazda have metric threads, using a non-metric nut is dangerous. On a metric stud, it would not secure the wheel and would damage the stud, which could cause the wheel to slip off and cause an accident.
Page 325: Overheating
Stop the engine and call an When the engine and radiator are Authorized Mazda Dealer. hot, scalding coolant and steam may shoot out under pressure and cause 6. Make sure the cooling fan is operating, serious injury.
Page 326 Carefully add coolant as required (page 8-20). CAUTION If the engine continues to overheat or frequently overheats, have the cooling system inspected. The engine could be seriously damaged unless repairs are made. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 7-20 Form No.8CC1-EA-11F...
Page 327: Emergency Starting
6. If the engine fails to start, crank it without depressing the accelerator for up to ten seconds. If the engine still does not start using the above procedure, have your vehicle inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 7-21 Form No.8CC1-EA-11F...
Page 328: Jump-Starting
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page328 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (328,1) 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.
Page 329 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page329 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (329,1) 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.
Page 330 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page330 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (330,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting 1. Remove the rubber hose from the 5. Connect the jumper cables in the exact battery cover. sequence as in the illustration. Connect one end of a cable to the positive terminal on the discharged battery (1).
Page 331: Push-Starting
NOTE Push-Starting Before installing the battery cover, make sure both of the cables connecting the Do not push-start your Mazda. negative battery terminal (right side of WARNING battery) are connected with the cables routed toward the right and back of the Never tow a vehicle to start it: battery as shown in the figure.
Page 332: Emergency Towing
Towing Description Do not tow the vehicle pointed We recommend that towing be done only forward with driving wheels on the by an Authorized Mazda Dealer or a ground. This may cause internal commercial tow-truck service. damage to the transmission.
Page 333: Tiedown Hooks
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page333 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (333,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Towing Tiedown Hooks Type B 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.
Page 334 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page334 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (334,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Towing Front Rear Lug wrench 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.
Page 335: Recreational Towing
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page335 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (335,1) 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 7-26) and Tiedown Hooks (page 7-27) and...
Page 336 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page336 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (336,1) 7-30 Form No.8CC1-EA-11F...
Page 337: Maintenance And Care
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page337 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (337,1) Maintenance and Care How to keep your Mazda in top condition. Introduction .................. 8-2 Introduction ................8-2 Scheduled Maintenance ..............8-3 Scheduled Maintenance (USA, Canada, and Puerto Rico) ..8-3 Scheduled Maintenance (Mexico) ..........
Page 338: Introduction
Claims against the warranty resulting from lack of maintenance, as opposed to defective materials or authorized Mazda workmanship, will not be honored. 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.
Page 339: Scheduled Maintenance
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page339 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (339,1) 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. Repeated short-distance driving Driving in dusty conditions Driving with extended use of brakes Driving in areas where salt or other corrosive materials are used...
Page 340 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page340 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (340,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance qSchedule 1 Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first Months Maintenance Interval ×1000 km ×1000 miles 22.5 37.5 52.5 ENGINE Drive belts Audibly inspect every 120,000 km (75,000 miles), if noisy, Engine valve clearance adjust...
Page 341 *2 According to state/provincial and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on these items will not void your emissions warranties. However, Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at the recommended time or mileage/kilometer period to ensure long-term reliability.
Page 342 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page342 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (342,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance qSchedule 2 Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first Months Maintenance Interval ×1000 km ×1000 miles ENGINE Drive belts Audibly inspect every 120,000 km (75,000 miles), if noisy, Engine valve clearance adjust Puerto Rico...
Page 343 *2 According to state/provincial and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on these items will not void your emissions warranties. However, Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at the recommended time or mileage/kilometer period to ensure long-term reliability.
Page 344: Scheduled Maintenance (Mexico)
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page344 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (344,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Scheduled Maintenance (Mexico) Follow Schedule 1 if the vehicle is operated mainly where none of the following conditions apply. Repeated short-distance driving Driving in dusty conditions Driving with extended use of brakes Driving in areas where salt or other corrosive materials are used Driving on rough or muddy roads...
Page 345 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page345 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (345,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance qSchedule 1 Number of months or kilometers, whichever comes first Maintenance Interval Months ×1000 km 90 100 110 120 ENGINE Drive belts Engine valve clearance Audibly inspect every 120,000 km, if noisy, adjust Engine oil Engine oil filter...
Page 346 *2 According to state/provincial and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on these items will not void your emissions warranties. However, Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at the recommended time or kilometer period to ensure long-term reliability.
Page 347 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page347 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (347,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance qSchedule 2 Number of months or kilometers, whichever comes first Maintenance Interval Months ×1000 km ENGINE Drive belts Engine valve clearance Audibly inspect every 120,000 km, if noisy, adjust Engine oil Engine oil filter COOLING SYSTEM...
Page 348 *2 According to state/provincial and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on these items will not void your emissions warranties. However, Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at the recommended time or kilometer period to ensure long-term reliability.
Page 349 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page349 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (349,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance (Cont.) Number of months or kilometers, whichever comes first Maintenance Interval Months ×1000 km 95 100 105 110 115 120 ENGINE Drive belts Engine valve clearance Audibly inspect every 120,000 km, if noisy, adjust Engine oil Engine oil filter...
Page 350 *2 According to state/provincial and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on these items will not void your emissions warranties. However, Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at the recommended time or kilometer period to ensure long-term reliability.
Page 351: Owner Maintenance
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.
Page 352: Owner Maintenance Precautions
Improper owner maintenance during the warranty period may affect warranty coverage. For details, read the separate Mazda Warranty statement provided with the vehicle. If you're unsure about any servicing or maintenance procedure, have it done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Page 353: Engine Compartment Overview
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page353 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (353,1) 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...
Page 354: Engine Oil
Parts. For optimal engine performance, there are certain types of engine oils and –40 –20 filters suitable for your vehicle. Please consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. U.S.A. and CANADA Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil. Oil container labels provide important information.
Page 355 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page355 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (355,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 4. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and Except U.S.A. and CANADA reinsert it fully. Type A (ILSAC) Mexico Full Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil. If SAE 5W-20 engine oil is not available in your market, use SAE 5W-30 engine oil.
Page 356: Engine Coolant
When the engine and radiator are hot, scalding coolant and steam may shoot out under pressure and cause serious injury. NOTE Changing the coolant should be done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 8-20 Form No.8CC1-EA-11F...
Page 357 If the “FL22” mark is shown on or near the Ø Radiator coolant will damage cooling system cap, it is recommended to use paint. Mazda Genuine FL22 engine coolant (page Rinse it off quickly if spilled. 8-3). Ø Use only soft (demineralized) water in the coolant mixture.
Page 358: Brake/Clutch Fluid
Ø Using nonspecified brake and clutch fluids (page 10-4) will damage the systems. Mixing different fluids will also damage them. If the brake/clutch system frequently requires new fluid, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 8-22 Form No.8CC1-EA-11F...
Page 359: Power Steering Fluid
The level must be kept between MIN and climates in which the vehicle will be operated. MAX. Visually examine the lines and hoses for leaks and damage. If new fluid is required frequently, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 8-23 Form No.8CC1-EA-11F...
Page 360: Body Lubrication
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page360 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (360,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Inspect fluid level in the washer fluid Body Lubrication reservoir; add fluid if necessary. All moving points of the body, such as door and hood hinges and locks, should be lubricated each time the engine oil is changed.
Page 361: Wiper Blades
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page361 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (361,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 1. Raise the wiper arm and turn the blade Wiper Blades assembly to expose the plastic locking clip. CAUTION Compress the clip and slide the Ø...
Page 362 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page362 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (362,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 3. Remove the metal stiffeners from each 4. Carefully insert the new blade rubber. blade rubber and install them in the Then install the blade assembly in the new blade.
Page 363: Battery
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page363 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (363,1) 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. Read the following precautions carefully before using the battery or inspecting to ensure safe and correct handling: Always wear eye protection when working near the battery:...
Page 364 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page364 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (364,1) 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.
Page 365 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page365 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (365,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance qBattery Maintenance NOTE Remove the rubber hose first, and then battery cover before performing battery maintenance. Battery cover Rubber hose To get the best service from a battery: Keep it securely mounted.
Page 366: Tires
Do not use any part for the clearance, and speedometer tire valve cap that is not a Mazda- calibration. This could cause you to genuine part. have an accident. Use only tires that are the correct size specified for your Mazda.
Page 367 Because your vehicle is not equipped with a spare tire, you cannot do a tire rotation safely with the jack that comes with your vehicle. Have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform tire rotation. Refer to the specification charts (page 10-7).
Page 368 When replacing/repairing the tires or wheels or both, have the work done Rotate unidirectional tires and radial by an Authorized Mazda Dealer, or tires that have an asymmetrical tread the tire pressure sensors may be pattern or studs only from front to damaged.
Page 369 Using a wrong-sized wheel is tires or wheels or both, have the dangerous. Braking and handling work done by an Authorized could be affected, leading to loss of Mazda Dealer, or the tire control and an accident. pressure sensors may be damaged. Ø...
Page 370 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page370 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (370,1) 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. 8-34 Form No.8CC1-EA-11F...
Page 371 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page371 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (371,1) MEMO 8-35 Form No.8CC1-EA-11F...
Page 372: Light Bulbs
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page372 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (372,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Light Bulbs High-mount brake light License plate lights Trunk light Reverse lights Rear turn signal lights Brake lights/Taillights Rear side-marker lights Overhead light Headlights (High beam) Headlights (Low beam) Fog lights Front turn signal lights/Parking lights...
Page 373 Consult an Authorized the connector with your finger and Mazda Dealer when the replacement pulling the connector downward. is necessary. Never touch the glass portion of a...
Page 374 You cannot replace the low beam bulbs by pulling the connector rear. yourself. The bulbs must be replaced at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. (Halogen bulbs) 1. If you are changing the right bulb, start the engine, turn the steering wheel all the way to the right, and turn off engine.
Page 375 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page375 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (375,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 7. Remove the adapter. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb by pressing the tab on the connector with your finger and pulling the connector downward. 8.
Page 376 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page376 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (376,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 2. Turn the screws and the center section 4. Turn the socket and bulb assembly to of the plastic retainers remove it. Carefully remove the bulb counterclockwise and remove them, from its socket in the reflector by then partially peel back the mudguard.
Page 377 Due to the complexity and difficulty of bulb, turn the steering wheel to the left. the procedure, the LED bulbs should be replaced by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 2. Make sure the turn signal switch is off. Rear turn signal lights, Reverse lights, 3.
Page 378 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page378 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (378,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 5. Remove the trunk lid release lock-out Rear turn signal lights button connector. Reverse lights 6. On the side the bulb is to be replaced, pull the center section of the plastic retainers and remove them, then remove the trunk side trim.
Page 379 Overhead light the procedure, the LED bulbs should be 1. Wrap a flathead screwdriver with a soft replaced by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. cloth to prevent damage to the trim and License plate lights gently insert it in the overhead light as shown in the figure, and then remove 1.
Page 380: Fuses
2. Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out. element will be melted. If the same fuse blows again, avoid using that system and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. qFuse Replacement Replacing the fuses on the vehicle's left side...
Page 381 If it does not fit tightly, have an expert install it. We recommend an Authorized Mazda Dealer. If you have no spare fuses, borrow one of the same rating from a circuit not essential to vehicle operation, such as the MIRROR or CIGAR circuit.
Page 382 Black plate (382,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance WARNING Do not replace the main fuse by yourself. Have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform the replacement: Replacing the fuse by yourself is dangerous because the MAIN fuse is a high current fuse. Incorrect...
Page 383 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page383 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (383,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance qFuse Panel Description Fuse block (Engine compartment) FUSE DESCRIPTION PROTECTED COMPONENT RATING 30 A Cooling fan 7.5 A Cooling fan DEFOG 20 A Rear window defroster H/CLEAN Overhead lights, Luggage compartment light, For protection of ROOM...
Page 384 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page384 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (384,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance FUSE DESCRIPTION PROTECTED COMPONENT RATING 30 A For protection of various circuits MAIN 120 A For protection of all circuits EGI INJ 10 A Injector EGI COMP1 10 A...
Page 385 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page385 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (385,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Fuse block (Driver's side) FUSE DESCRIPTION PROTECTED COMPONENT RATING 7.5 A Audio system, Power control mirror AUX PWR 15 A Accessory Socket METER 15 A Instrument cluster í...
Page 386: Appearance Care
Prevention Industrial pollutants and vehicle emissions drift into the air and mix with rain or dew It is necessary to have your Mazda to form acids. These acids can settle on a washed and waxed to preserve its finish according to the instructions in this vehicle's finish.
Page 387 The rings Chipped paint can lead to rust forming on can damage your vehicle's finish. your Mazda. Before this happens, repair the damage by using Mazda touch-up paint Prevention according to the instructions in this section.
Page 388: Exterior Care
Black plate (388,1) Maintenance and Care Appearance Care NOTE Exterior Care Mazda is not responsible for scratches caused by automatic car washes or Follow all label and container directions improper washing. when using a chemical cleaner or polish. Scratches are more noticeable on vehicles Read all warnings and cautions.
Page 389 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page389 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (389,1) Maintenance and Care Appearance Care Insects, tar, tree sap, bird droppings, When using a high water pressure car industrial fallout, and similar deposits can wash damage the finish if not removed High water temperature and high water immediately.
Page 390 CAUTION as fuel lines, frame, floor pan, and exhaust system, even though these parts may be If your Mazda is damaged and needs coated with anti-corrosive material. metal parts repaired or replaced, make sure the body shop applies...
Page 391 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page391 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (391,1) Maintenance and Care Appearance Care í qAluminum Wheel Maintenance qConvertible Top Maintenance A protective coating is provided over the The convertible top is made of a special aluminum wheels. Special care is needed high-grade material, but if it's not taken to protect this coating.
Page 392 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page392 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (392,1) Maintenance and Care Appearance Care CAUTION CAUTION Ø Automatic and high-pressure car Ø Some leather treatment products washes are harmful to a can ruin the convertible top's convertible top. Avoid them. gloss.
Page 393 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page393 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (393,1) Maintenance and Care Appearance Care Thoroughly rinse with lukewarm or cold High water temperature and high water water. Don't allow soap to dry on the pressure car washers are available finish.
Page 394: Interior Care
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page394 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (394,1) Maintenance and Care Appearance Care NOTE Interior Care Because genuine leather is a natural material, its surface is not uniform and it qDashboard Precautions may have natural scars, scratches, and Prevent caustic solutions such as perfume wrinkles.
Page 395 Rubber floor mats should be cleaned with WARNING mild soap and water only. WARNING Have an Authorized Mazda Dealer replace damaged seat belts Do not use rubber cleaners, such as tire immediately: cleaner or tire shine, when cleaning Using damaged seat belts is rubber floor mats: dangerous.
Page 396 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page396 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (396,1) 8-60 Form No.8CC1-EA-11F...
Page 397: Customer Information And Reporting Safety Defects
Mazda Importer/Distributors ....9-12 Importer/Distributor ......9-12 Distributor in Each Area ....9-12 Warranty ..........9-14 Warranties for Your Mazda ....9-14 Outside the United States and Canada ..........9-15 Outside the United States ....9-16 Outside Canada ......... 9-17...
Page 398 Answers to many questions, including how to locate or contact a local Mazda dealership in the U.S., can be found here. E-mail: click on Contact Us located on the Inside Mazda tab, or at the bottom of the page at www.mazdaUSA.com...
Page 399: Customer Assistance
Mazda North American Operations realizes that mutual agreement on some issues may not be possible. As a final step to ensure that your concerns are being fairly considered, Mazda North American Operations has agreed to participate in a dispute settlement program administered by the Better Business Bureau (BBB) system, at no cost to you the consumer.
Page 400: Customer Assistance (U.s.a.)
Mazda or one of our dealers, and a statement of the relief you are seeking. 5. BBB AUTO LINE staff may try to help resolve your dispute through mediation. If...
Page 401 AND the nonconformity has been subject to repair two or more times by Mazda or its agents AND the buyer or lessee has directly notified Mazda of the need for the repair of the nonconformity; OR...
Page 402 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. In our experience, any questions, problems, or complaints regarding the operation of your Mazda or any other general service transactions are most effectively resolved by your dealer.
Page 403 If a specific item of concern arises, where a solution cannot be reached between an owner, Mazda, and/or one of its dealers (that all parties cannot agree upon), the owner may wish to use the services offered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP).
Page 404 1 (800) 207-0685 Ontario 1 (800) 207-0685 Atlantic Canada 1 (800) 207-0685 Quebec 1 (800) 207-0685 qRegional Offices REGIONAL OFFICES AREAS COVERED MAZDA CANADA INC. WESTERN REGION ALBERTA, 8171 ACKROYD ROAD BRITISH COLUMBIA, SUITE 2000 MANITOBA, RICHMOND B.C. SASKATCHEWAN, V6X 3K1...
Page 405: Customer Assistance (Puerto Rico)
1 Discuss the matter with an Authorized Mazda Dealer. This is the quickest and best way to address the issue. If your concern has not been resolved by the CUSTOMER RELATIONS, SALES, SERVICE, or PARTS MANAGER, then please contact the GENERAL MANAGER of the dealership or the OWNER.
Page 406 Mazda vehicle or servicing by Mazda Dealer personnel, we recommend that you take the following steps: qContact Your Mazda Dealer Discuss the matter with an Authorized Mazda Dealer. This is the quickest and best way to address the issue. If your concern has not been resolved by the CUSTOMER RELATIONS, SALES, SERVICE, or PARTS MANAGER, then please contact the GENERAL MANAGER of the dealership or the OWNER.
Page 407 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page407 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (407,1) 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.
Page 408: Importer/Distributor
Irvine, CA 92623-9734 U.S.A. (905) 787-7000 (outside Canada) TEL: 1 (800) 222-5500 (in U.S.A.) qPUERTO RICO/U.S. Virgin Island (949) 727-1990 (outside U.S.A.) Plaza Motors Corp. (Mazda de Puerto Rico) P.O. Box 362722, San Juan, Puerto Rico 00936-2722 TEL: (787) 641-9300...
Page 409 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page409 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (409,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Mazda Importer/Distributors Triple J Saipan, Inc. (d.b.a. Triple J Motors) P.O. Box 500487 Saipan, MP 96950-0487 TEL: (670) 234-7133/3051 qAMERICAN SAMOA Polynesia Motors, Inc.
Page 410: Warranties For Your Mazda
Federal Emission Control Warranty (U.S.A. only) Emission Defect Warranty Emission Performance Warranty California Emission Control Warranty (U.S.A. only) Emission Control Warranty (Canada only) Replacement Parts and Accessories Limited Warranty Tire Warranty NOTE Detailed warranty information is provided with your Mazda. 9-14 Form No.8CC1-EA-11F...
Page 411: Outside The United States And Canada
Proper repair facilities, tools, testing equipment, and replacement parts may not be available. The Mazda warranty applies only to Mazda vehicles registered and normally operated in the United States, its territories, and Canada. 9-15...
Page 412: Outside The United States
We strongly recommend that you NOT take your Mazda outside the United States. However, in the event that you are moving to Canada permanently, Mazda vehicles built for use in the United States could be eligible for exportation to Canada with specific vehicle modifications to comply with the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS).
Page 413: Outside Canada
We strongly recommend that you NOT take your Mazda outside Canada. However, in the event that you are moving to the United States permanently, Mazda vehicles built for use in Canada could be eligible for exportation to the United States with specific vehicle modifications to comply with the United States Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS).
Page 414: Registering Your Vehicle In A Foreign
Parts, servicing techniques, and tools necessary to maintain and repair your vehicle may be unavailable. There might not be an Authorized Mazda Dealer in the country you plan to take your vehicle. The Mazda warranty is valid only in certain countries.
Page 415: 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;...
Page 416: Cell Phones Warning
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page416 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (416,1) 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.
Page 417: Uniform Tire Quality Grading System
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page417 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (417,1) 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.
Page 418 These grades will be added to the sidewalls of passenger vehicle tires over the next several years according to a schedule established by the NHTSA and the tire manufacturers. The grade of tires available as standard or optional equipment on Mazda vehicles may vary with respect to grade.
Page 419: Tire Information (U.s.a.)
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page419 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (419,1) 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.
Page 420 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page420 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (420,1) 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.
Page 421 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page421 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (421,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) H is the speed rating. The speed rating denotes the maximum speed for which the use of the tire is rated. Letter Rating Speed Rating 99 mph...
Page 422 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page422 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (422,1) 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.
Page 423 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page423 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (423,1) 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.
Page 424 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page424 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (424,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) 70 is the aspect ratio. This two-digit number indicates the tire's ratio of height to width. D is the tire construction symbol. D indicates diagonal ply construction . 16 is the wheel rim diameter in inches.
Page 425: Location Of The Tire Label
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page425 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (425,1) 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.
Page 426 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page426 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (426,1) 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.
Page 427 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page427 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (427,1) 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.
Page 428: Tire Maintenance
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page428 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (428,1) 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.
Page 429 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page429 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (429,1) 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.
Page 430 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page430 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (430,1) 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.
Page 431: Vehicle Loading
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page431 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (431,1) 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.
Page 432 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page432 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (432,1) 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.
Page 433 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page433 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (433,1) 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. The cargo weight limit can be calculated by subtracting the total weight of the vehicle occupants from the combination weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed value on the tire label.
Page 434 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page434 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (434,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) Examples: Based on a single occupant weight of 68 kg (150 lbs), and a value of 385 kg (849 lbs) for the combination weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed : The cargo weight limit with one occupant is 385 kg (849 lbs) _ 68 kg (150 lbs) = 317 kg (699 lbs) The cargo weight limit with two occupants is 385 kg (849 lbs) _ (68 ×...
Page 435 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page435 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (435,1) 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.
Page 436 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page436 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (436,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) 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.
Page 437: Steps For Determining The Correct Load Limit
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page437 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (437,1) 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.
Page 438: Reporting Safety Defects
Irvine, California 92618-2922 P.O. Box 19734 Irvine, CA 92623-9734 Customer Assistance Center or toll free at 1 (800) 222-5500 If you live outside of the U.S.A., please contact the nearest Mazda Distributor shown (page 9-12) in this booklet. 9-42 Form No.8CC1-EA-11F...
Page 439 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page439 Monday, July 18 2011 10:9 AM Black plate (439,1) 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.
Page 440: 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.
Page 441 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page441 Monday, July 18 2011 10:10 AM Black plate (441,1) Specifications Technical information about your Mazda. Identification Numbers ............... 10-2 Vehicle Information Labels ............. 10-2 Specifications ................10-4 Specifications ................10-4 Personalization Features ............10-8 Personalization Features ............10-8 10-1 Form No.8CC1-EA-11F...
Page 442: Identification Numbers
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page442 Monday, July 18 2011 10:10 AM Black plate (442,1) Identification Numbers qChassis Number Vehicle Information Labels 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.
Page 443 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page443 Monday, July 18 2011 10:10 AM Black plate (443,1) Identification Numbers qEngine Number Forward 10-3 Form No.8CC1-EA-11F...
Page 444: Specifications
Automatic transmission fluid Mazda Genuine JWS3309 API Service GL-5 Rear differential oil 80W-90 75W-90 Mazda Genuine ATF M-III or equivalent Power steering fluid (e.g. Dexron® II) Brake/Clutch fluid SAE J1703 or FMVSS116 DOT-3 *1 Not available from Mazda 10-4 Form No.8CC1-EA-11F...
Page 445 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page445 Monday, July 18 2011 10:10 AM Black plate (445,1) Specifications qCapacities (Approximate Quantities) Item Capacity 6-speed manual 4.55 L (4.81 US qt, 4.00 Imp qt) transmission U.S.A. and With oil filter Canada Except 6-speed manual replacement 4.45 L (4.70 US qt, 3.92 Imp qt) Engine oil transmission Except U.S.A.
Page 446 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page446 Monday, July 18 2011 10:10 AM Black plate (446,1) Specifications (Automatic transmission) Weight Item Without power retractable With power retractable hardtop hardtop GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) 1,396 kg (3,078 lbs) 1,416 kg (3,122 lbs) Front 714 kg (1,574 lbs) 714 kg (1,574 lbs) GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) Rear...
Page 447 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 8-30.
Page 448: Personalization Features
Monday, July 18 2011 10:10 AM Black plate (448,1) Personalization Features Personalization Features The following Personalization Features are available. These settings can only be changed by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Item Feature Factory Setting Available Settings The advanced key's remaining battery level...
Page 449: Index
MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page449 Monday, July 18 2011 10:10 AM Black plate (449,1) Index 11-1 Form No.8CC1-EA-11F...
Page 450 ........3-22 System ........6-68 Air Bag Systems ....... 2-30 Hands-Free Telephone Setting..6-73 Antenna ..........6-14 Mazda Bluetooth Hands-Free Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ..5-9 Customer Service ....... 6-79 Warning light ....... 5-9 Safety certification ..... 6-78 Appearance Care ....... 8-50 When Bluetooth Hands-Free cannot Audio System ........
Page 451 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page451 Monday, July 18 2011 10:10 AM Black plate (451,1) Index Capacities .......... 10-5 Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) ..5-27 Carbon Monoxide ....... 4-4 DSC OFF indicator light .... 5-28 Catalytic Converter ......4-3 DSC OFF switch ......5-28 Cell Phones ........
Page 452 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page452 Monday, July 18 2011 10:10 AM Black plate (452,1) Index Ignition Flat Tire ..........7-3 Keys ........... 3-23 Changing ........7-13 Switch .......... 5-2 Instant Mobility System Immobilizer System (IMS) Emergency Flat Tire Repair (with Advanced Key) ......3-64 Kit ..........
Page 453 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page453 Monday, July 18 2011 10:10 AM Black plate (453,1) Index Lubricant Quality ......10-4 Power Windows ........ 3-37 Push-Starting ........7-25 Maintenance Introduction ........8-2 Rear Window Defroster ....5-60 Owner maintenance Rearview Mirror ........ 3-75 precautions ......... 8-16 Recreational Towing ......
Page 454 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page454 Monday, July 18 2011 10:10 AM Black plate (454,1) Index Starting the Engine ......5-4 Towing Steering Wheel ........3-74 Description ......... 7-26 Horn ........... 5-61 Emergency towing ..... 7-26 Storage Compartments ...... 6-82 Hook .......... 7-27 Back trim storage box ....6-82 Recreational towing ....
Page 455 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page455 Monday, July 18 2011 10:10 AM Black plate (455,1) Index Warranty ..........9-14 Washer Fluid ........8-23 Weights ..........10-5 Wheel Replacement ......8-33 Windblocker ........6-84 Windows Power windows ......3-37 Windshield Washer ......5-60 Windshield Wipers ......5-59 Blades replacement ....
Page 456 MX-5_8CC1-EA-11F_Edition2 Page456 Monday, July 18 2011 10:10 AM Black plate (456,1) 11-8 Form No.8CC1-EA-11F...

Mazda MX-5 Miata Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

3 Knowing Your Mazda

Explanationof Basicoperationsandcontrols;Opening/Closingandadjustment

Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System

Of Variousparts.

Doors and Locks

Security System

Steering Wheel and Mirrors

4 Before Driving Your Mazda

5 Driving Your Mazda

Audio System Audio Set

7 In Case of an Emergency

Parking in an Emergency

Helpful Informationonwhatto Doin Anemergency.

Flat Tire

Overheating

Emergency Starting

Emergency Towing

8 Maintenance and Care

Customer Information and Reporting 9

Quick Links

Chapters

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