Mazda 2008 MX-5 Miata manual

Black plate (1,1) MX-5_8X49-EA-07F_Edition2 Page1 Monday , June 25 2007 1 1:18 AM Form No.8X49-EA-07F[...]

Black plate (2,1) MX-5_8X49-EA-07F_Edition2 Page2 Monday , June 25 2007 1 1:18 AM Form No.8X49-EA-07F[...]

Black plate (3,1) Thank you for choosing a Mazda. W e at Mazda design and build vehicles with complete customer satisfaction in mind. T o help ensure enjoyable and trouble-free operation of your Mazda, read this manual carefully and follow its recommenda tions. An Authorized Mazda Dealer knows your vehicle best. So when maintenance or service is ne[...]

Black plate (4,1) W e want to help you get the most driving pleasure from your vehicle. Y our owner's manual, when read from cover to cover, can do that in many ways. Illustrations complement the words of the manual to best explain how to enjoy your Mazda. By reading your manual, you can find out about the features, important safety informatio[...]

Black plate (5,1) MX-5_8X49-EA-07F_Edition2 Page5 Monday , June 25 2007 1 1:18 AM Form No.8X49-EA-07F T able of Contents Y our V ehicle at a Glance Interior , exterior views and part identification of your Mazda. 1 Essential Safety Equipment Use of safety equipment, including seats, seat belt system, child-restraint systems and SRS air bags. 2 Know[...]

Black plate (6,1) MX-5_8X49-EA-07F_Edition2 Page6 Monday , June 25 2007 1 1:18 AM Form No.8X49-EA-07F[...]

Black plate (7,1) 1 Y our V ehicle at a Glance Interior , exterior views and part identification of your Mazda. Dashboard and Interior Overv iew ..................... ...................... ... 1-2 Exterior Overview ...................................................................... ... 1-4 1-1 MX-5_8X49-EA-07F_Edition2 Page7 Monday , June 25 20[...]

Black plate (8,1) 1-2 Y our V ehicle at a Glance The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle Dashboard and Interior Overview MX-5_8X49-EA-07F_Edition2 Page8 Monday , June 25 2007 1 1:18 AM Form No.8X49-EA-07F[...]

Black plate (9,1) Power door lock switch ........................................................ ............................. page 3-28 Outside mirror switch ........................................................... ............................. page 3-74 DSC OFF switch ................................................... .......................[...]

Black plate (10,1) 1-4 Y our V ehicle at a Glance The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle Exterior Overview MX-5_8X49-EA-07F_Edition2 Page10 Monday , June 25 2007 1 1:18 AM Form No.8X49-EA-07F[...]

Black plate (11,1) T runk lid .............................. ...................................................... ........................ page 3-29 Rear window defros ter .................................................. .................................. ... page 5-58 Antenna .............................. .....................................[...]

Black plate (12,1) 1-6 MX-5_8X49-EA-07F_Edition2 Page12 Monday , June 25 2007 1 1:18 AM Form No.8X49-EA-07F[...]

Black plate (13,1) 2 Essential Safety Equipment Use of safety equipment, including seats, seat belt system, child-restraint systems and SRS air bags. Seats .......................................................... ..................................... 2-2 Seats ..................................................... .................................[...]

Black plate (14,1) Seats WARNING Do not modify or replace the front seats: Modifying or replacing the front seats such as replacing the upholst ery or loosening any bolts is da ngerous. The front seats contain air bag components essential to the supplemental restrain t system. Such modifications could damage the supplemental restrain t system and r[...]

Black plate (15,1) Always sit in a passenger seat properly with the seatback upright and feet on the floor: If your vehicle is equipped with passenger seat weight sensors, sitting in the passenger seat improperly out of position or with the seatback reclined too far while the vehicle is moving is dangerous as it can take off weight from the seat bo[...]

Black plate (16,1) q Height Adjustment (Driver's Seat) í By moving the seat lever up or down, the seat bottom height can be adjusted. Up Down q Seat W armer í The seats are electrically heated. The ignition switch must be in the ON position. Press the switch to turn the seat warmer on or off. When the switch is in the ON position, the indica[...]

Black plate (17,1) Seat Belt Precautions Seat belts help to decrease the possibility of severe injury during accidents and sudden stops. Mazda recommends that the driver and passenger always wear seat belts. All of the seat belt retractors are designed to keep the lap/shoulder belts out of the way when not in use. The driver's seat belt has no[...]

Black plate (18,1) WARNING Always wear your seat belt and make sure all occu pants are properly restrained: Not wearing a seat belt is extremely danger ous. During a collision, occupants not wearing seat belts could hit someone or things ins ide the vehicle or even be thrown out of the vehicle. They could be seriously injured or even killed. In the[...]

Black plate (19,1) CAUTION Belt retraction may become difficult if the belts and seat belt guides are soiled, so try to keep them clean. For more details about cleaning the seat belts, refer to “ Cleaning the Lap/Shoulder Belt Webbing ” (page 8-56). Seat belt guide q Pregnant W omen and Persons with Serious Medical Conditions Pregnant women sho[...]

Black plate (20,1) q Automatic Locking Mode T o 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. If the LA TCH lower anchors are not used alone for LA TCH style junior seats and infant carriers withou[...]

Black plate (21,1) Seat Belt WARNING Always wear the seat belt with it correctly routed in its guide: Wearing a seat belt without the seat belt routed in its guide is dangerous because the seat belt would not be able to provide adequate protection in an accident, which could result in serious injury. Seat belt guide q Fastening the Seat Belt 1. Gra[...]

Black plate (22,1) WARNING Positioning the Lap Por tion of the Seat Belt: The lap portion of the seat belt worn too high is dangerous. In a collision, this would concentrate the impa ct force directly on the abdominal area, causing serious injury. Wear the lap portion of the belt snugly and as low as possible. q Unfastening the Seat Belt Depress th[...]

Black plate (23,1) Seat Belt Pretensioner and Load Limiting Systems For optimum protection, the driver and passenger seat belts are equipped with pretensioner and load limiting systems. For both these systems to work properly you must wear the seat belt properly . Pretensioners: In moderate or severe frontal or near- frontal accidents, the air bag [...]

Black plate (24,1) Have your seat belts changed immediately if the pretensioner or load limiter has been expende d: If the air bags deploy the corresponding pretensioner(s) may also deploy at th e same time. While it is safer to use a crash-used seat belt that was used in an ac cident than no seat belt at all, using a seat belt with an expended pre[...]

Black plate (25,1) q Air Bag/Seat Belt Pretensioner System W arning Light If the air bag/sea t belt pretensioner system is working properly , the warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position or after the engine is cranked. The warning light turns off after a specified period of time. A system malfunction is indica[...]

Black plate (26,1) WARNING Do not use a seat belt extender unless it is necessar y: Using a seat belt extender when not necessary is danger ous. The seat belt will be too long and not fit properly. In an accident, the seat belt will not provide adequate protec tion and you could be seriously injur ed. Only use the extender when it is required to fa[...]

Black plate (27,1) Seat Belt W arning Light/Beep The seat belt war ning light illuminates and a beep sound will be heard if the driver's seat belt is not fastened when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. Conditions of operation Condition Result The driver's seat belt is not fastened when the ignition switch is turned to the [...]

Black plate (28,1) Driver seated/Passenger seated The seat belt warning funct ion reminds the passenger to fasten the seat belt according to the chart below . Condition V ehicle speed Between 0 ― 20 km/h (0 ― 12 mph) 20 km/h (12 mph) or more Seat belt (Driver) Seat belt (Passenger) Indicator Beep : Fastened : Unfastened : Illuminated : Flashing[...]

Black plate (29,1) Child Restraint Precautions Mazda strongly urges the use of child-restraint syst ems for children smal l enough to use them. Y ou are required by law to use a child-restraint system for children in the U.S. and Can ada. Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirements regard ing the safety of children ridin[...]

Black plate (30,1) T o 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 passen[...]

Black plate (31,1) Follow the manufacturer's in structions and always keep the child-restra int system buckled down: An unsecured child-restraint system is dangerou s. In a sudden stop or a collision it could move causing serious injury or death to the child or other occupants. Make sure any child-restraint sys tem is properly secured in place[...]

Black plate (32,1) Seating a child in a child -restraint system on the front pass enger seat is dangerous: This vehicle is equipped with both a passen ger seat weight senso r and a passenger air bag deactivation indicator light (page 2-38). Even with the passenger seat weight sensors, seating a ch ild in a child-restrain t system on the passen ger [...]

Black plate (33,1) CAUTION A seat belt or child-restraint system can become very hot when exposed to direct sunlight during warm weather . To avoid burning you rself or a child, check them before you or your child touches them. NOTE Y our Mazda is equipped with LATCH lower anchors for attachment of specially designed LA TCH child-r estraint systems[...]

Black plate (34,1) Installing a Child- Restraint System The passenger lap/shoulder belt can easil y be converted into the automatic locking mode, which must be done to hold the child-restraint system. Some child-restraint systems also employ specially designed LA TCH attachments; refer to “ LA TCH Child-Restraint Systems ” (page 2-25). Follow t[...]

Black plate (35,1) 4. Push the child-restraint system firmly into the vehicle seat. Be sure the belt retracts as snugly as possible. Clicking from the retractor will be heard during retraction if the system is in automatic locking mode. If the belt does not lock the seat down tight, repeat this step. 5. Make sure the passenger air bag deactivation [...]

Black plate (36,1) NOTE l Inspect this function befor e each use of the child-r estraint system. Y ou should not be able to pull the shoulder belt out of the r etractor while the system is in the automatic locking mode. When you remove the child-r estraint system, be sur e the belt fully retracts to r eturn the system to emer gency locking mode bef[...]

Black plate (37,1) LA TCH Child-Restraint System Y our Mazda is equipped with LA TCH lower anchors for attachment of speci ally designed LA TCH child-res traint systems behind the passenger seat that slide through the passenger seat when it is in the fully rearward position. Only LA TCH junior seats and infant carriers without upper tethers can be [...]

Black plate (38,1) q LA TCH Child-Restraint System Installation Procedure Before installing a chil d-restraint system, make sure the passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminated by using the key to turn the passenger air bag off. Refer to Passenger seat weight sensor s on page 2-38. Refer to Passenger Air Bag Deactivation Switch on pa[...]

Black plate (39,1) 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 th at is installed on the passenger seat with the passenger air bag deactivat ion indicator light not illuminated is extremely dangero[...]

Black plate (40,1) Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Precautions The front and side supplementa l restraint systems (SRS) incl ude up to 4 air bags. Please verify which kinds of air bags are equipped on your vehicle by locating the “ SRS AIRBAG ” location indicators. These indicator s are visible in the area where the air bags are installed.[...]

Black plate (41,1) WARNING Seat belts must be worn in air bag equipped vehicles: Depending only on the air bags for protec tion during an accident is dangerous. Alone, air bags may not prevent seriou s injuries. The appropriate air bags can be expected to inflate only in the first collision with frontal, near frontal or side forces that are at leas[...]

Black plate (42,1) Do not sit too close to a front door or lean against doors in vehicles with side air bags: Sitting too close to the side air bag modules or placing han ds on them is extremely dangerous. A side air bag inflates with great force and speed directly out of the outboard shoulder of the seat and expands along the door on the side th e[...]

Black plate (43,1) Never install any front-end equip ment to your vehicle: Installation of front-end equipment, such as fronta l protection bar (kangaroo bar, bull bar, push bar, or other similar devices), snowplow, or winches, is dangerous. The air bag crash sensor system could be affected. This could cause air bags to inflate unexpectedly, or it [...]

Black plate (44,1) Passenger Air Bag Deactivation Switch WARNING Do not deactivate the passenger air bag unneces sarily: Unnecessary deactivation of the passenger air bag is dangerous. If turned off unnecessarily, the passe nger will not receive the added protection of the air bag. Serious injuries or even death could occur. With the exception of p[...]

Black plate (45,1) Passenger Air Bag Deactivation Switch Passenger Air Bag Deactivation Indicator Light Passenger Front and Side Air Bag Operation Passenger Seat Belt Pretensioner System OFF position ON Deactivate Deactivate ON position OFF Ready Ready When the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, the passenger air bag deactivati on indica[...]

Black plate (46,1) q T o Deactivate the Passenger Air Bag Before driving, always confirm that the passen ger air bag deactivation switch is in the appropriate position accordi ng to your requireme nts (page 2-32). WARNING Do not leave the key in the passenger air bag deactivation swit ch: Unintentional deactivation of the passenger air bag is dange[...]

Black plate (47,1) q T o Ready the Passenger Air Bag Before driving, always confirm that the passen ger air bag deactivation switch is in the appropriate position accordi ng to your requireme nts (page 2-32). 1. Insert the key into the passenger air bag deactivation switch and turn the key counterclockwise until the key points to ON. 2. Remove the [...]

Black plate (48,1) Supplemental Restraint System Components The supplemental restraint systems (SRS) have tw o basic subsystems: l The air bag system with inflator s and air bags. l The electrical system with crash sensors and diagnostic module. The air bags are mounted in the following locations: l The steering wheel hub l The passenger dashboard [...]

Black plate (49,1) q Side Air Bag System Components í (2) (1) (3) (4) (1) Crash sensor and diagnostic module (SAS unit) (2) Side crash sensors (3) Side inflators and air bags (4) Seats Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags 2-37 í Some models. MX-5_8X49-EA-07F_Edition2 Page49 Monday , June 25 2007 1 1:18 AM Form No.8X49-EA-07F[...]

Black plate (50,1) How the Air Bags W ork q How the Front Air Bags W ork When air bag crash sensors detect a front al impact of greater than moderate force, an electrical curren t is sent to the inflators. Gases are produced to inflate the front air bags and after the inflation, the front air bags quickly deflate. The front air bags will function o[...]

Black plate (51,1) Passenger seat weigh t sensors Y our vehicle is also equipped with the passenger air bag deactivation indicator light. The deactivation indicator light illumin ates when the key is used to turn the passenger air bag off or the automatic function operates based on the passenger seat weight sensors. These sensors are located under [...]

Black plate (52,1) If the passenger weight sensors are working properly , the indicator light illuminate s when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. After a specified period of time it goes out. The passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates or is off under the following conditions: T otal seated weight on the passenger[...]

Black plate (53,1) Do not increase the total seated weight on the front pass enger seat: When an infant or small child sits on the passenger seat, increasing the total seated weight on the passenger seat from the total seated weight of approximately 30 kg (66 lb) is dangerous. The passenger seat weight senso rs will detect the increased total seate[...]

Black plate (54,1) NOTE l The system r equir es about 10 seconds to alternate between turning the passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pr etensioner system on or off. l The passenger air bag deactivation indicator light may illuminate repeatedly if luggage or other items are put on the passenger seat, or if the temperature of the vehicle[...]

Black plate (55,1) Front air bag activation The front air bags will inflate if the severity of impact is above the designed threshold level. l Hitting a solid wall straight on at greater than about 22 km/h (14 mph). l Hitting a curb, pavement edge or hard object. l Landing hard or the vehicle falling. l Frontal impact within about a 30 degree range[...]

Black plate (56,1) l Rear-ending or running under a truck's tail gate may not provide the stopping force necessary for air bag deployment. Non-activation of front air bags Front air bags will not normally inflate in the following cases: l Collision from the rear . l Impact to the side, but it may deploy the side air bags. l V ehicle roll-over [...]

Black plate (57,1) l V ehicle roll-over may not provide enough side force to deploy the side air bags. l Side impacts with two-wheeled vehicles may not provide enough force to deploy the side air bags. Non-activation of side air bag í A side air bag will not normally inflate in the following cases: l Collision from the rear . l Collision from the [...]

Black plate (58,1) A system malfunction is indicated if the warning light const antly flashes, constantly illuminates or does not illuminate at all when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. If any of these occur, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. The system may not work in an ac cident. WARNING Never tampe r with [...]

Black plate (59,1) WARNING Do not operate a vehicle with damaged air bag/seat belt pretensioner system components: Expended or damaged air bag/seat belt pretensioner system components must be replaced after any collision which caused them to deploy or damage them. On ly a trained Authorized Mazda Dealer can fully evaluate these systems to see that [...]

Black plate (60,1) 2-48 MX-5_8X49-EA-07F_Edition2 Page60 Monday , June 25 2007 1 1:18 AM Form No.8X49-EA-07F[...]

Black plate (61,1) 3 Knowing Y our Mazda Explanation of basic operations and controls; opening/closing and adjustment of various parts. Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System .............................. .. 3-2 Advanced Keys í ..................................................... ................. 3-2 Operation Using Adva nced Keyless Functions[...]

Black plate (62,1) Advanced Keys í The advanced keyless functions (advanc ed keyless entry and start system) enable s the following operations while the advanced key is being carried (page 3-7). l Locking/unlocking the doors, and opening the trunk lid, without operating the key . l Starting the engine without operating the key . The advanced key e[...]

Black plate (63,1) Panic b utton T runk button Ke y code number plate Operation indicator light Unlock button Lock button Auxiliary key A code number is stamped on the plate attached to the key set; detach this plate and store it in a safe place (not in the vehicle) for use if you need to make a replacement key . Also write down the code number and[...]

Black plate (64,1) NOTE l Battery life is about one year . Replace the battery when the KEY indicator light (green) flashes in the instrument cluster . Refer to Advanced Key Battery Dead W arning on page 3-18. l Additional advanced keys can be obtained at an Authorized Mazda Dealer . Up to 6 advanced keys can be used with the advanced keyless funct[...]

Black plate (65,1) q Advanced Key Maintenance CAUTION Ø Make sure the battery is installed with the correct pole facin g upward. Battery leaka ge could occur if it is no t installed correctly. Ø When replacing th e battery, be careful not to bend the electrical terminals or get oil on them. Also be careful not to get dirt in the transmitter as it[...]

Black plate (66,1) 3. Insert a flathead screwdriver into the crack and press the batt ery out. 4. Insert the new battery (CR2025 or equivalent) with the positive pole ( ) facing the ( ) mark on the cap. 5. Rotate and close the cap. Cap 6. Reinsert the auxiliary key . q Service If you have a problem with the advanced keyless functions, consult an Au[...]

Black plate (67,1) Operation Using Advanced Keyless Functions q Operational Range The system operates only when the driver is in the vehicle or withi n operational range while the advanced key is being carried. NOTE When the battery power is low , or in places wher e ther e ar e high-intensity radio waves or noise, the operational range may become [...]

Black plate (68,1) NOTE l The trunk is out of the operational range, however , starting the engine may be possible. l The engine may not start if the advanced key is placed in the following areas: l Ar ound the dashboard l In the storage compartments such as the glove box l On the rear par cel shelf l Starting the engine may be possible even if the[...]

Black plate (69,1) NOTE l Confirm that both doors are secur ely locked. l Both doors cannot be locked when any door is open. l A beep sound is hear d for confirmation when the doors are locked/unlocked using the request switch. If your pr efer , the beep sound can be turned off (page 3-19). l The setting can be changed so that the doors are locked [...]

Black plate (70,1) q Starting the Engine Ignition switch positions W ithout a traditional key , some of the ignition switch functions are different. Start knob LOCK (Released) The steering wheel locks to help protect against theft. LOCK (Depressed) The ignition switch can be turne d to the ACC position when the KEY indicator light (green) illuminat[...]

Black plate (71,1) ON This is the normal running position after the engine is started. The warning lights (except brakes) should be inspe cted before the engine is started (page 5-39). NOTE When the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, the sound of the fuel pump motor operating near the fuel tank can be heard. This does not indicate an abn[...]

Black plate (72,1) 5. (Manual transmission) Depress the clutch pedal all the way and shift into neutral. Keep the clutch pedal depressed while cranking the engine. (Automatic transmission) Put the vehicle in park (P). If you must restart the engine while the vehicle is moving, shift into neutral (N). NOTE (Manual transmission) The starter will not [...]

Black plate (73,1) 9. T urn the ignition switch from the ACC position to the ST AR T position and hold (up to 10 seconds at a time) until the engine starts. CAUTION Don't try the starter fo r more than 10 seconds at a time. If the engine stalls or fails to start, wait 10 seconds before trying again. Otherwis e, you may damage the starter and d[...]

Black plate (74,1) Operation Using Advanced Key Functions q Keyless Entry System This system uses the more traditional key buttons to remotely lock and unlock the doors and opens the trunk lid, and opens the power windows. It can also help you signal for attention. Press the buttons slowly and carefully . NOTE l The keyless entry system is designed[...]

Black plate (75,1) T o confirm that both doors have been locked, press the lock button again within 5 seconds. If they are closed and locked, the horn will sound. NOTE (W ithout theft-deterrent system) The hazar d warning lights will flash once to indicate that both doors are locked. (W ith theft-deterrent system) l The hazar d warning lights will [...]

Black plate (76,1) q Auxiliary Key Function Use the auxiliary key stored in the advanced key in the event of a dead transmitter batte ry or malfunction. Removing the auxiliary key Pull out the auxiliary key from the advanced key . Locking, unlocking the doors The doors can be locked/unlocked using the auxiliary key , refer to Locking, Unlocking wit[...]

Black plate (77,1) W arning and Beep Sounds q System Malfunction W arning Beep If any malfunction occurs in the advanced keyless function, the KEY warning light (red) in the instrum ent cluster illuminates continuously and beep sounds will be heard. CAUTION If the KEY warnin g light (red) remains illuminated, do not continue to drive the vehicle wi[...]

Black plate (78,1) l The start knob has not been returned to the LOCK position. l The auxiliary key is inserted into the ignition switch. q Advanced Key Battery Dead W arning When the start knob is returned to the ACC or LOCK position from the ON position, the KEY indicator light (green) flashes for approximately 30 seconds indicating that the rema[...]

Black plate (79,1) Setting Change (Function Customization) The following function settings are possible. These sett ings can only be changed by an Authorized Mazda Dealer . Setting Function At Initial Setting After Setting Change Advanced key battery dead indicator KEY indicator light (green) flashes to indicate that the advanced key battery power [...]

Black plate (80,1) When W arning Indicator/Beep is Activated Under the following conditions, warning beeps are heard and a warning/indicator ligh t in the instrument cluster illumi nates to notify the driver of improper operation of the advanced key to prevent theft of the vehicle (page 3-17). W arning What to check When a door is open, a continuou[...]

Black plate (81,1) Keys (without Advanced Key) WARNING Do not leave the keys in your vehicle with children and keep them in a place where your children will not find or play with them: Leaving children in a vehicle with the key is dangerous. This could resu lt in someone being badly injured or even killed. These new kinds of keys are fascinating to[...]

Black plate (82,1) T o retract the key , rotate it into the holder while pressing the release button. Keyless Entry System (with Retractable T ype Key) í This system remotely locks and unlocks the doors, and opens the power windows. It can also help you signal for attention. Press the buttons slowly and carefully . CAUTION To avoid damage to the t[...]

Black plate (83,1) NOTE l The keyless entry system is designed to operate up to about 2.5 m (8 ft) fr om the center of the vehicle, but this may vary due to local conditions. l The system doesn't operate when the key is in the ignition switch. l Doors can be locked by pr essing the lock button while any other door is open. However , the hazar [...]

Black plate (84,1) T o confirm that both doors have been locked, press the lock button again within 5 seconds. If they are closed and locked, the horn will sound. NOTE l Pr essing the transmitter lock button to lock the doors while any door is open does not sound the horn. l (W ithout theft-deterrent system) The hazar d warning lights will flash on[...]

Black plate (85,1) q T ransmitter Maintenance If the buttons on the trans mitter are inoperable and the operat ion indicator light does not flash, the battery may be dead. Replace with a new battery before the transmitter becomes unusable. CAUTION Ø Install the battery with the positive pole ( ) facing down. Battery leakage could occur if it is no[...]

Black plate (86,1) 5. Put in the new battery (CR1620 or equivalent) with the positive pole ( ) facing down. 6. Align the front and back covers and snap the transmitter shut. 7. Install the key to the transmitter . q Service If you have a problem with the keyless entry system, consult an Authori zed Mazda Dealer . If your transmitter is lost or stol[...]

Black plate (87,1) q Locking, Unlocking with Key Either door can be locked/unlocked with the key . T urn the key toward the front to unlock, toward the back to lock. Unlock Lock q Locking, Unlocking with Request Switch (with Advanced Key) The doors can be locked/unlocked by operating the request swi tch while carrying the advanced key outside the v[...]

Black plate (88,1) NOTE l (W ith advanced key) The driver's door cannot be locked using the door-lock knob fr om the outside. l (W ith retractable type key) The driver's door cannot be locked using the door-lock knob fr om the outside if the key is in the ignition switch. l When locking the doors this way , be careful not to leave the key[...]

Black plate (89,1) Locking, unlocking with door-lock switch Both doors lock automaticall y when LOCK is pushed. They all unlock when the unmarked part of the door-lock switch is pushed. Lock Unlock Locking, unlocking with request switch (with advanced key) Both doors can be locked/unlocked by operating the request switch on the front doors while ca[...]

Black plate (90,1) q Opening and Closing the T runk Lid WARNING Close the trunk lid and do not allow children to play inside the vehicle: Leaving the trunk lid open or leaving children in the vehicle with the keys is dangerous. Children could open the trunk lid and climb inside resulting in possible injury or death from heat exposure. Always keep t[...]

Black plate (91,1) NOTE (W ith power retractable hardtop) The trunk lid can only be opened when the power r etractable hardtop is fully opened/ closed. Open/close the power retractable har dtop completely befor e opening the trunk lid. Closing the trunk lid Use both hands to push the trunk lid down until the lock snaps shut. Do not slam it. Pull up[...]

Black plate (92,1) Inside T runk Release Lever Y our vehicle is equipped with an inside trunk release lever that provides a means of escape for children and adults in the event they become locked inside the trunk. No matter how careful adults might be with keys and locking their cars, parents should be aware that children may be tempted to play aro[...]

Black plate (93,1) Power Windows The ignition switch must be in the ON position for the powe r windows to operate. WARNING Make sure the opening is clear befor e closing a window: Closing power windo ws are dangerous. A perso n's hands, head, or even neck could be caught by the window and resul t in serious injur y or even death. This warning [...]

Black plate (94,1) q Operating the Driver's Side Power Window (T ype B) Manual opening/closi ng T o open the window to the desired position, lightly hold down the switch. T o close the window to the desired position, lightly pull up the switch . Close Open Driv er's window Auto-opening T o fully open the window automatically , press the s[...]

Black plate (95,1) Opening Because nobody likes getting into a very hot car , we have introduced a way to get a head start on cooling it, even before you put your seat belt s on and insert your key in the ignition. If you see the vehicle is in a secure area, you can open the both windows as you approach the vehicl e to get the air moving before you[...]

Black plate (96,1) Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap WARNING When removing the fuel cap, loosen the cap slightly and wait for any hissing to stop. Then remove it: Fuel spray is dangerous. Fuel can burn skin and eyes and cause illness if ingested. Fuel spra y is released when there is pressure in the fuel tank and the fuel cap is removed too quickly. Before r[...]

Black plate (97,1) q Fuel-Filler Cap T o remove the filler cap, turn it counterclockwise. T o close the filler cap, turn it clockw ise until two or more clicks are heard. Close Open CAUTION Make sure the fuel-filler cap is tightened securely . The check engine light may illuminate when the cap isn't tightened securely. If the light remains on [...]

Black plate (98,1) 3. Grasp the support rod in the padded area and secure it in the stay hole indicated by the arrow to hold the hood open. Clip Support rod q Closing the Hood 1. Check under the hood area to make certain all filler caps are in place and all loose items (e.g. tools, oil containers, etc.) have been removed. 2. Insert the support rod [...]

Black plate (99,1) Convertible T op (Soft T op) í W indshield header T op latch assembly T op storage area Con vertible top's handles Label (The label indicates the position where con vertible top is to be held when lowering or raising it.) q Convertible T op Precautions WARNING Sit in the seat with the seat belt correctly fastened when the v[...]

Black plate (100,1) l Before lowering or raising the convertible top, stop in a safe place off the right-of-way and park on a level surface. l Make sure nothing is on the convertible top or near the back window when raising or lowering the co nvertible top. Even small objects may interfere and cause damage. l When lowering the convertibl e top, mak[...]

Black plate (101,1) 6. Standing outside of the vehicle, hold the convertible top along the center edge and pull it toward the vehicle rear. Center edge NOTE T o lower the convertible top from inside the vehicle, use the convertible top's handles. Con vertible top's handles 7. Continue to move the convertible top rearward while press ing t[...]

Black plate (102,1) q Raising the Convertible T op 1. Make sure the parking brake is appli ed. 2. Fully open the left and right window s. 3. T urn off the engine. 4. Pull the unlock lever outward to disengage the lock. Unlock lev er 5. Standing outside of the vehicle, hold the convertible top along the center edge and pull it towards the veh icle f[...]

Black plate (103,1) CAUTION Driving with the convertible top not fully locked could damage the convertible top. If the red indicator is visible on the unlock button, the conve rtible top is not locked. After lock ing the convertible top, verify that the red indicator is not visible. Locked position Unlocked position Red indicator NOTE l The convert[...]

Black plate (104,1) Detachable Hardtop í Top latch assembly Side latch assembly Rear deck latch Rear deck stud Rear window defroster coupler 3-44 Knowing Y our Mazda í Some models. Doors and Locks MX-5_8X49-EA-07F_Edition2 Page104 Monday , June 25 2007 1 1:18 AM Form No.8X49-EA-07F[...]

Black plate (105,1) q Detachable Hardtop Precautions WARNING Sit in the seat with the seat belt correctly fastened when the vehic le is moving: Standing in the vehicle , or sitting on the deck or center console when the vehicle is moving is a dangerous way to ride. During a sudden maneuver or collision you could be seriously injured or even killed [...]

Black plate (106,1) 5. Remove the seat belts from the belt guides. Belt guide 6. Slide the seats forward. Refer to Seat Slide on page 2-2. 7. Fold the seatbacks forward. Refer to Seat Recline on page 2-2. 8. Pull the levers and fully release the side latches. Side latch Lev er 9. After the side latches are fully released, release the lever . 10. Li[...]

Black plate (107,1) 12. Slide the hardtop rearward while pressing down on the rear deck latches to unlock the latc hes. Hardtop Rear deck latch 13. Lift the hardt op straight off the body to prevent damage to the rear deck latches and studs. Hardtop Rear deck stud WARNING Be careful of the windshield's edg es when getting into or out of the ve[...]

Black plate (108,1) 16. Connect the convertible top's rear window defroster couple r (C) to the coupler (B). (C) (B) q Installing the Detachable Hardtop CAUTION Do not attempt to install the hardtop with the convertible top also up. Lower the convertible top before installing the hardtop, otherwis e damage will occur to the convertible top. NO[...]

Black plate (109,1) NOTE Connect the convertible top's rear window defr oster coupler into the holder so that it does not rattle. 8. Make sure the top latch and the side latches on the hardtop are unlocked. Top latch assembly Side latch assembly 9. Align the rear deck latches with the rear deck studs and set the hardtop squarely onto the body [...]

Black plate (1 10,1) CAUTION Ø Be careful not to strike the body with any of the protruding hardtop latches. Ø The rear defogger grid and the defogger cord could be damag ed when removing or insta lling the hardtop. Make sure the rear defogger grid isn't folded and the defogger cord isn 't caught between the vehicle 's body and the[...]

Black plate (11 1,1) 15. Connect the rear window defroster cord connector to the plug on the inside of the hardtop. NOTE If the hardtop rattles even when all latches ar e secur e, drive slowly and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer for inspection. q Detachable Hardtop Appearance Care Refer to Hardtop Maintenance (page 8-55) for information on detac[...]

Black plate (1 12,1) Convertible T op (Power Retractable Hardtop) í The power retractable hardtop opens/ closes electrically by operat ing switches in the vehicle. When opening/closing the hardt op, the hardtop, deck and window glass operate together . The hardtop is stored in the storage area under the deck. T op latch assembly Close switch Open [...]

Black plate (1 13,1) q Power Retractable Hardtop Precautions WARNING Always confirm that there are no people around the vehicle before operating the hardtop: If the hardtop were to operate unexp ectedly, it could result in an accide nt and serious injury from someone getting ca ught in the mechanism. Always drive safely and observe the speed limit:[...]

Black plate (1 14,1) l Before opening or closing the hardtop, stop in a safe place off the right-of-wa y and park on a level surface. l When opening the hardtop, make sure objects inside the vehicle are not blown away by the wind. l Secure all loose objects inside before driving with the hardtop down. l T o help prevent burglary or vandalism and to[...]

Black plate (1 15,1) q Opening the Power Retractable Hardtop 1. Park on a level surface off the right-of- way and firmly set the parking brake. 2. Put a vehicle with an automatic transmission in Park (P), a manual transmission in Neutral. 3. Apply the parking brake with the brake pedal depressed. 4. Start the Engine. NOTE Do not open/close the hard[...]

Black plate (1 16,1) 9. The hardtop opens. 10. The hardtop retracts under the deck. 1 1. The deck closes. NOTE When the operation is finished, a beep sound is hear d and the operation indicator light turns off. q Closing the Power Retractable Hardtop 1. Park on a level surface off the right-of- way and firmly set the parking brake. 2. Put a vehicle[...]

Black plate (1 17,1) 6. The deck opens. NOTE If the windows ar e closed, the windows automatically open partially when the deck opens. 7. The hardtop comes out from under the deck. 8. The hardtop closes. 9. The deck closes. NOTE l When the operation is finished, a beep sound is hear d and the operation indicator light illuminates. l The power windo[...]

Black plate (1 18,1) 10. Move the top latch slowly to make sure the anchor engag es with the striker, then rotate the top latch to the lock position until a click sound is heard. Striker Anchor CAUTION Driving with the hardtop not fully locked could damage the hardto p. If the red indicator is visible on the unlock button, the hardtop is not locked[...]

Black plate (1 19,1) CAUTION Ø Do not drive the vehicle with the hardtop open half way. Ø Do not perfo rm the procedure in a strong wind as it could cause an unexpected accident. Ø Two adults are requ ired to per form the procedure, especially when lifting up the hardtop. Do not do it alone so as not to cause injury or vehicle dam age. Ø Some s[...]

Black plate (120,1) NOTE l The gear units on both sides have to be unlocked to release the deck befor e it is raised manually . Because the deck is heavy , two adults ar e r equir ed to raise it. l The following describes the procedur e for the gear unit on one side. Perform the pr ocedur e on both sides. 2. Insert the Allen wrench into the Allen s[...]

Black plate (121,1) NOTE l After the bolt is clear of the hole, keep the Allen wr ench level while pulling it out with the bolt attached so as to pr event the bolt fr om hitting the vehicle and dr opping. l Bring the removed bolt to an Authorized Mazda Dealer . If you drop the bolt in the vehicle by mistake, inform at an Authorized Mazda Dealer . 6[...]

Black plate (122,1) 13. Lift up the deck using two adults, one on each side of the vehicle, and open the deck completely . CAUTION Ø Lift the deck using two adult s. Doing it alone could result in injury or the deck lid mechanism being twisted which could dam age it. Ø Do not let go of the deck lid on both sides until it is fully open. The deck l[...]

Black plate (123,1) 2. Grasp the hardtop along the side and rear surfaces and lift it up enoug h to create a clearance behind the rear glass. 3. Grasp the hardtop along its side surfa ce and the rear area of the rear glass, pull the hardtop towards the front of the vehicle, and completely close it. 4. Lock the top latch. Refer to Closing the Power [...]

Black plate (124,1) T o the outside of the vehicle Rope Links NOTE Always r oute the one end of the r ope to inside of the vehicle. 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 side. 4. Close the deck uniformly on both sides using two adults, one o[...]

Black plate (125,1) NOTE Open the trunk using the key . The r emote r elease button, advanced keyless entry function, and the keyless entry system do not operate when this emergency pr ocedure is done. 8. T ie off the other side rope the same way . 9. Close the trunk lid. After finishing the procedure After finishing the procedure, have the hardtop[...]

Black plate (126,1) q When W arning Indicator/Beep is Activated If an improper operation is performed or a system malfunction has occurred, the indicator light or a warning beep is activated to notify the user of improper operation or a system malfunction. W arning What to check A warning beep sound is heard when the open or close switch is pressed[...]

Black plate (127,1) Immobilizer System (with Advanced Key) The immobilizer system allows the engine to start only with an advanced key the system recognizes. If someone attempts to start the engine with an unrecognized key , the eng ine will not start, thereby helping to prevent the theft of your vehicle. CAUTION Ø Radio equipment like this is gov[...]

Black plate (128,1) q Operation Arming The system is armed when the ignitio n switch is turned from the ON position to the ACC or LOCK position . The security indicator light in the inst rument cluster flashes every 2 seconds until the system is disarmed. Disarming The system is disarmed when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position with th[...]

Black plate (129,1) q Maintenance If you have a problem with the immobilizer system or the key , consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer . NOTE l The advanced keys (including auxiliary key) carry a unique electr onic code. For this r eason, and to assure your safety , obtaining a r eplacement advanced key (including auxiliary key) requir es some waiting[...]

Black plate (130,1) CAUTION When starting the engine do not allow the following, as the engine may not start due to the electronic signal from the ignition key not being transmitted correctly. Ø A key ring rests on the key grip. Ø Metal parts of other keys or metal objects touch the key grip. Ø Spare keys or keys for other vehicles equipped with[...]

Black plate (131,1) If the engine doesn't start with the correct ignition key , and the security indicator light keeps illuminating or flashing, the system may have a malfunction. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer . NOTE l If the security indicator light comes on and stays on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, the engine w[...]

Black plate (132,1) Theft-Deterrent System í If the theft deterrent system detects an inappropriate entry into the vehicle, which could result in the vehicle or its contents being stolen, the alarm alerts the surrounding area of an abnormality by sounding the horn and flas hing the hazard warning lights. Refer to Operation on page 3-72. NOTE l The[...]

Black plate (133,1) q T o T urn off an Armed System An armed system can be turned off by any one of the following methods: l Unlock a door with the key . l Press the unlock button on the keyless entry system transmitter . l Insert the key into the ignition switch and turn it to the ON position. l (With advanced key) l Press a request switch on the [...]

Black plate (134,1) Steering Wheel WARNING Never adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving: Adjusting the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. Moving it can very easily cause the driver to abrup tly turn to the lef t or right. This can lead to loss of control or an accident. q Tilt Steering Wheel T o change the angle[...]

Black plate (135,1) 2. Depress the mirror switch in the appropriate direction. Mirror switch Selector switch Outside mirror After adjusting the mirror, lock the control by placing the selec tor switch in the middle position. Folding the mirror Fold the outside mirror rearward until it is flush with the vehicle. WARNING Always return the outsid e mi[...]

Black plate (136,1) WARNING Do not stack cargo or objects higher than the seatbacks: Cargo stacked higher than the seatbacks is danger ous. It can block your view in the rear view mirror, which might cause you to hit another car when changing lanes. 3-76 Knowing Y our Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors MX-5_8X49-EA-07F_Edition2 Page136 Monday , June [...]

Black plate (137,1) 4 Before Driving Y our Mazda Important information about driving your Mazda. Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions ........ ................................ 4-2 Fuel Requirements .............................. ...................................... 4-2 Emission Control System ............... .......................................[...]

Black plate (138,1) Fuel Requirements V ehicles wi th catalytic convert ers or oxygen sensors must use ONL Y UNLEADED FUEL , which will reduce exhaust emissions and keep spark plug fouling to a minimum. Y our Mazda will perform best with fuel listed in the table. Fuel Octane Rating * (Anti-knock index) Premium unleaded fuel 91 [ (R+M)/2 method] or [...]

Black plate (139,1) Emission Control System Y our vehicle is equipped with an emission con trol system (the catalytic convert er is part of this system) that enables your vehicl e to comply with existing exhaust emi ssions requirements. WARNING Never park over or near anything flamm able: Parking over or near anything flammable, such as dry grass, [...]

Black plate (140,1) Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide) WARNING Do not drive your vehicle if you smell exhaust gas inside the vehicle: Engine exhaust gas is dangerous. This gas contain s carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless, odorless, and pois onous. When inhaled, it can cause loss of consciou sness and death. If you smell exha ust gas inside your[...]

Black plate (141,1) Before Getting In l Be sure the windows, outside mirrors, and outside lights are clean. l Inspect inflation press ures and condition of tires. l Look under the vehicl e for any sign of fluid leaks. l If you plan to back up, make sure nothing is in your way . NOTE Engine oil, engine coolant, brake/clutch fluid, washer fluid, and [...]

Black plate (142,1) Break-In Period No special break-in is necessary , but a few precautions in the first 1,000 km (600 miles) may add to the performance, economy , and life of your Mazda. l Don't race the engine. l Don't maintain one constant speed, either slow or fast, for a long period of time. l Don't drive constantly at full-thr[...]

Black plate (143,1) Hazardous Driving WARNING Be extremely careful if it is necessar y to downshift on slipper y sur faces: Downshifting into lower gear while driving on slippery surface s is dangerous. The sudden change in tire speed could ca use the tires to skid. This could lead to loss of vehicle control and an accident. Do not rely on ABS as a[...]

Black plate (144,1) Rocking the V ehicle WARNING Do not spin the wheels at more than 56 km/h (35 mph), and do not allow anyone to stand behind a wheel when pushing the vehicle: When the vehicle is stuck, spinning the wheels at high spe ed is dangerous. The spinning tire could overheat and explode. This could cause serious injur ies. CAUTION Too muc[...]

Black plate (145,1) WARNING Use only the same size and type tire s (snow, radial, or non-radial) on all four wheels: Using tires different in size or type is dangerous. Your vehicle's han dling could be greatly affect ed and result in an accident. CAUTION Check local regulations before using studded tires. NOTE If your vehicle is equipped with[...]

Black plate (146,1) Driving In Flooded Area WARNING Dry wet brakes by driving ver y slowly and applying the brakes lightly until brake per formance returns to normal: Driving with wet brakes is dangerous. Increase d stopping distance or the vehicle pulling to one side when braking could result in a serious accident. Light brak ing will indicate whe[...]

Black plate (147,1) T railer T owing The Mazda MX-5 is not designed for towing. Never tow a trailer with your Mazda MX-5. Before Driving Y our Mazda T owing 4-1 1 MX-5_8X49-EA-07F_Edition2 Page147 Monday , June 25 2007 1 1:18 AM Form No.8X49-EA-07F[...]

Black plate (148,1) 4-12 MX-5_8X49-EA-07F_Edition2 Page148 Monday , June 25 2007 1 1:18 AM Form No.8X49-EA-07F[...]

Black plate (149,1) 5 Driving Y our Mazda Explanation of instruments and controls. Starting and Driving ............... ...................................................... 5-2 Ignition Switch .......................................... ................................ 5-2 Starting the Engine .............................. ........................[...]

Black plate (150,1) Ignition Switch Auxiliary key (with advanced key) NOTE When starting the engine using the advanced key , refer to Starting the Engine (page 3-10). When starting the engine with the auxiliary key , perform the following procedure. 1. Remove the auxiliary key from the advanced key (page 3-16). 2. Make sure the start knob is in LOC[...]

Black plate (151,1) Automatic T ransmission V ehicle WARNING Remove the key only when the vehicle is parked: Removing the key from the igni tion switch while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. Removing the key allows the steering wheel to lock. You will lose steering control and a serious accident could occur. (For vehicles equipped with the adva [...]

Black plate (152,1) ACC (Accessory) The steering wheel unlocks and some electrical accessories will op erate. ON This is the normal running position after the engine is started. The warning lights should be inspected before the engine is started (page 5-39). NOTE When the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, the sound of the fuel pump moto[...]

Black plate (153,1) CAUTION Don't try the starter fo r more than 10 seconds at a time. If the engine stalls or fails to start, wait 10 seconds before trying again. Otherwis e, you may damage the starter and drain the battery. 6. After starting the engine, let it idle for about 10 seconds. NOTE l In extr emely cold weather or after the vehicle [...]

Black plate (154,1) WARNING Dry brakes that have become wet by driving ver y slowly and applyin g the brakes lightly until brake per formance is normal: Driving with wet brakes is dangerous. Increase d stopping distance or the vehicle pulling to one side when braking could result in a serious accident. Light brak ing will indicate whether the brake[...]

Black plate (155,1) Releasing the parking br ake Depress the brake pedal and pull the parking brake lever upwa rds, then press the release button. While holding the button, lower the parki ng brake lever all the way down to the released position. q Brake System W arning Light This warning has the following functions: Parking brake warning The light[...]

Black plate (156,1) q Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) í The ABS control unit continuously monitors the speed of each wheel. If one is about to lock up, the ABS respon ds by automatically releasing a nd reapplying that wheel's brake. The driver will feel a slight vibration in the brake pedal and may hear a chatterin g noise from the brake system.[...]

Black plate (157,1) q Electronic Brake Force Distribution System W arning í If the electronic brake force distribution control unit determines that some components are operating incorrectl y , the control unit may turn the brake system warning light and the ABS warning light on at the same time. The probl em is likely to be the electronic brake fo[...]

Black plate (158,1) Manual T ransmission Operation q Manual T ransmission Shift Pattern 5-speed transmission 6-speed transmission Neutral position Neutral position The vehicle is equipped with eithe r a 5- speed or 6-speed manual transmission. The shift pattern for each is shown above. Depress the clutch pedal all the way down while shifting; then [...]

Black plate (159,1) CAUTION Ø Keep your foot off the clutch pedal except when shifting gears. Also, don't use the clutch to hold the vehicle on an upgrade. Riding the clutch will cause needle ss clutch wear and damage. Ø Make sure the vehicle comes to a complete stop before shifti ng to R. Shifting to R while the vehicle is still moving may [...]

Black plate (160,1) Automatic T ransmission Controls Indicates that you must depress the brake pedal to shift (The ignition switch must be in the ACC or ON position). Indicates the shift lev er can be shifted freely into any position. V arious Lockouts: NOTE This Sport A T has an option that is not included in traditional automatic transmission - g[...]

Black plate (161,1) q T ransmission Ranges The shift lever must be in P or N to operate the starter . P (Park) P locks the transmissio n and prevents the rear wheels from rotating. WARNING Always set the shift lever to P and set the parking brake: Only setting the shift lever to the P position without using the parking brake to hold the vehicle is [...]

Black plate (162,1) q Shift-Lock System The shift-lock system prevents shifting out of P unless the brake pedal is depressed. T o shift from P: 1. Depress and hold the brake p edal. 2. Start the engine. 3. Move the shift lever . NOTE l When the ignition switch is in the LOCK position, the shift lever cannot be shifted fr om P . l T o be sure the ve[...]

Black plate (163,1) Gear position indicator The numeral for the selec ted gear illuminates. Shift position indicator Gear position indicator NOTE l If the gears cannot be shifted down when driving at higher speeds, the gear position indicator will flash twice to signal that the gears cannot be shifted down. l If the automatic transmission fluid (AT[...]

Black plate (164,1) WARNING Keep your hands on the steering wheel rim when using fingers or thumbs on the steering shift switches: Putting your hands inside the rim of the steering wheel when using the steering shift switches is dang erous. If the driver air bag were to deploy in a collision, your hands could be impacted causing injury. NOTE l When[...]

Black plate (165,1) NOTE l When driving at high speeds, the gear may not shift down depending on vehicle speed. l During deceleration, the gear may automatically shift down depending on vehicle speed. l When depr essing the accelerator fully, the transmission will shift to a lower gear , depending on vehicle speed (Except M2 → M1). Second gear fi[...]

Black plate (166,1) Recommendations for shift ing Upshifting For normal acceleration, we recommend these shift points. Gear V ehicle speed M1 to M2 24 km/h (15 mph) M2 to M3 40 km/h (25 mph) M3 to M4 53 km/h (33 mph) M4 to M5 59 km/h (37 mph) M5 to M6 78 km/h (49 mph) For cruising Gear V ehicle speed M1 to M2 22 km/h (14 mph) M2 to M3 27 km/h (17 m[...]

Black plate (167,1) Power Steering Power steering is only operabl e when the engine is running. If the engine is off or if the power steering system is inoperable, you can still steer, but it requires more physical effort. If the steering feels stiffer than u sual during normal driving, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer . CAUTION Never hold the st[...]

Black plate (168,1) q Activation/Deactivation T o activate the system, press the ON/OFF switch. The cruise main indicator ligh t illuminates. T o deactivate the system, press the switch again. The cruise main indi cator light turns off. WARNING Keep the ON/OFF switch off when cruise control is not in use: Leaving the ON/OFF switch on when not using[...]

Black plate (169,1) q T o Increase Cruising Speed Follow either of these procedures. T o increase speed using cruise control switch Pull up the cruise control switch and hold it. Y our vehicle will accelerate. Release the switch at the speed you want. Cruise control switch Y our vehicle has a tap-up feature that allows you to increase your current [...]

Black plate (170,1) Y our vehicle has a tap-down feature that allows you to decrease your current speed in decrements of 1.6 km/h (1 mph) by a momentary tap of the cruise control switch. Multiple taps will decrease your vehicle speed 1.6 km/h (1 mph) for each tap. q T o Resume Cruising Speed at More Than 30 km/h (19 mph) If some other method beside[...]

Black plate (171,1) T raction Control System (TCS) í The T raction Control System (TCS) enhances traction and safety by controlling engine torque. When the TCS detects driving wheel slippage, it lowers engine torque to prevent loss of traction. This means that on a slick surface, the engine adjusts automatically to provid e optimum power to the dr[...]

Black plate (172,1) Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) í The Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) automatically controls braki ng and engine torque in conjunction with syst ems such as ABS and TCS to he lp control side slip when driving on slippery surfa ces, or during sudden or evasi ve maneuvering, enhancing vehicle safety . Refer to ABS (page 5-8) and [...]

Black plate (173,1) q DSC OFF Indicator Light This indicator light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. It also comes on when the DSC OFF switch is pressed and TCS/ DSC is switched off (page 5-25). If the light stays on when the TCS/DSC is not switched off, take your vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer[...]

Black plate (174,1) NOTE l When DSC is on and you attempt to fr ee the vehicle when it is stuck, or drive it out of fr eshly fallen snow , the TCS (part of the DSC system) will activate. Depressing the accelerator will not incr ease engine power and freeing the vehicle may be difficult. When this happens, turn off the TCS/DSC. l If the TCS/DSC is o[...]

Black plate (175,1) Tir e Pressur e Monitoring System í The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) monitors the pressure for each tire. If tire pressure is too low in one or more tires, the system will inform the driver via the warning light in the instrument panel and by the warning beep sound. The tire pressure sensors installed on each wheel se[...]

Black plate (176,1) CAUTION Ø Each tire, including the spare (if provided), shou ld be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recomm ended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or ti[...]

Black plate (177,1) q Tir e Pressure Monitoring System W arning Light This warning light illuminates for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. Thereafter, the warning light illuminates and a beep is heard when tire pressure is too low in one or more tires, and flashes when there is a system malfunction. WARNING If the[...]

Black plate (178,1) Adjust the tire pressure to the correct tire pressure. Refer to the specification charts (page 10-6). CAUTION When replacing/repai ring the tires or wheels or both, have the work done by an Authorized Mazda Deal er, or the tire pressure sensors may be damaged. NOTE l Perform tir e pr essur e adjustment when the tires ar e cold. [...]

Black plate (179,1) If the warning light illuminate s again even after the tire pressures are adjusted, there may be a tire puncture. Refer to V ehicle with run-flat tires on page 7-3. W arning light flashes When the warning light flashes, there may be a system malfunction. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer . q Flat Tire W arning Light This warnin[...]

Black plate (180,1) Changing tires and wheels The following procedure allows the TPMS to recognize a tire pressure sensor's unique ID signal code whenever tires or wheels are changed, such as changing to and from winter tires. NOTE Each tir e pr essur e sensor has a unique ID signal code. The signal code must be r egister ed with the TPMS befo[...]

Black plate (181,1) NOTE l The tire pr essure sensor ID signal code must be r egister ed when a new tir e pressur e sensor is purchased. For pur chase of a tire pr essur e sensor and registration of the tire pr essur e sensor ID signal code, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer . l When r einstalling a previously r emoved tire pr essur e sensor to a [...]

Black plate (182,1) Meters and Gauges Speedometer .................... .................................................. ............................. ... page 5-35 Odometer, Trip Meter and T rip Meter Selector ............................................... ... page 5-35 T achometer ............... ................................................[...]

Black plate (183,1) q Speedometer The speedometer indicates the speed of the vehicle. q Odometer , T rip Meter and T rip Meter Selector The display mode can be changed between trip meter A and trip met er B by pressing the selector while one of them is displayed. The selected mode will be displayed. T rip meter Odometer Selector Trip meter B Press [...]

Black plate (184,1) For instance, trip meter A can record the distance from the point of origin, and trip meter B can record the distance from where the fuel tank is filled. When trip meter A is selected, pressing the selector again within one second will change to trip meter B mode. When trip meter A is selected, TRIP A will be displayed. When tri[...]

Black plate (185,1) CAUTION Driving with an overheated engine can cause serious engine damage (page 7-18). q Fuel Gauge The fuel gauge shows approximately how much fuel is in the tank. W e recommend keeping the tank over 1/4 full. When the low fuel warning light illuminates or when the needle is near E, refuel as soon as possible. Low fuel warning [...]

Black plate (186,1) q Dashboard Illumination When the exterior lights are on, rotate the knob to adjust the brightness of the dashboard lights. Dim Bright 5-38 Driving Y our Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators MX-5_8X49-EA-07F_Edition2 Page186 Monday , June 25 2007 1 1:18 AM Form No.8X49-EA-07F[...]

Black plate (187,1) W arning/Indicator Lights W arning/Indicator lights will appear in any of the highlighted areas Signal W arning/Indicator Lights Page Brake System W arning Light 5-41 Charging System W arning Light 5-42 Check Engine Light 5-42 ABS W arning Light 5-41 Air Bag/Seat Belt Pretensioner System W arning Light 5-43 Low Fuel W arning Lig[...]

Black plate (188,1) Signal W arning/Indicator Lights Page Door-Ajar W arning Light 5-45 Automatic Transmis sion W arning Light 5-45 T ire Pressure Monitoring System W arning Light 5-46 Flat Tire W arning Light 5-48 KEY W arning Light (Red)/KEY Indicator Light (Green) 5-48 Security Indicator Light 5-49 Headlight High-Beam Indicator Light 5-50 Shift [...]

Black plate (189,1) q Brake System W arning Light This warning has the following functions: Parking brake warning The light comes on when the parking brake is applied with the igni tion switch in the ST ART or ON position. It goes off when the parking brake is full y released. Low brake fluid level warni ng If the light stays on after the parking b[...]

Black plate (190,1) NOTE When the engine is jump-started to char ge the battery , uneven rpm occurs and the ABS warning light comes on. This is due to a weak battery , not a malfunction. Rechar ge the battery . q Electronic Brake Force Distribution System W arning í If the electronic brake force distribution control unit determines that some compo[...]

Black plate (191,1) If this light comes on while driving, the vehicle may have a problem. It is important to note the driving conditions when the light came on and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer . The check engine ligh t may come on in the following cases: l The fuel tank level being very low or approaching empty . l The engine's electrica[...]

Black plate (192,1) q Seat Belt W arning Light/Beep The seat belt war ning light illuminates and a beep sound will be heard if the driver's seat belt is not fastened when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. Conditions of operation Condition Result The driver's seat belt is not fastened when the ignition switch is turned to t[...]

Black plate (193,1) Driver seated/Passenger seated The seat belt warning funct ion reminds the passenger to fasten the seat belt according to the chart below . Condition V ehicle speed Between 0 ― 20 km/h (0 ― 12 mph) 20 km/h (12 mph) or more Seat belt (Driver) Seat belt (Passenger) Indicator Beep : Fastened : Unfastened : Illuminated : Flashin[...]

Black plate (194,1) q Tir e Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) W arning Light í This warning light illuminates for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. Thereafter, the warning light illuminates and a beep is heard when tire pressure is too low in one or more tires, and flashes when there is a system malfunction. WARN[...]

Black plate (195,1) Adjust the tire pressure to the correct tire pressure. Refer to the specification charts (page 10-6). CAUTION When replacing/repai ring the tires or wheels or both, have the work done by an Authorized Mazda Deal er, or the tire pressure sensors may be damaged. NOTE l Perform tir e pr essur e adjustment when the tires ar e cold. [...]

Black plate (196,1) If the warning light illuminate s again even after the tire pressures are adjusted, there may be a tire puncture. W arning light flashes When the warning light flashes, there may be a system malfunction. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer . q Flat Tire W arning Light í This warning light illuminates for a few seconds when the i[...]

Black plate (197,1) When flashing l Under the following conditions, the KEY warning light (red) flashes to inform the driver that the start knob will not rotate to the ACC position even if it is pushed in from the LOCK position. l The advanced key battery is dead. l The advanced key is not within operational range. l The advanced key is placed in a[...]

Black plate (198,1) The light stops flashing when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position with the correct ignition key . At this time, the immobilizer system is disarmed and the light illumina tes for about 3 seconds and then goes out. If the engine doesn't start with the correct ignition key , and the security indicator light keeps [...]

Black plate (199,1) q TCS/DSC Indicator Light í This indicator light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. If the TCS or DSC is operating, the indic ator light flashes. If the light stays on, the TCS or DSC may have a malfunction and they may not operate correctly . T ake your vehicle to an Authorized Ma[...]

Black plate (200,1) Cruise Set Indicator Light (Green) The indicator light illu minates green when a cruising speed has been set. q T urn-Signal/Hazard W arning Indicator Lights When operating the turn signal lights, the left or right turn signal indicator light flashes to indicate which turn signal light is operating (page 5-56). When operating th[...]

Black plate (201,1) q Advanced Keyless W arning (with Advanced Key) W arning indicators for the advanced key , such as “ the advanced key removed from vehicle warning ” , use a beep sound a nd warning/indicator lights in the instrument cluster . Refer to W arnin g and Beep Sounds on page 3-17. Driving Y our Mazda W arning/Indicator Lights and B[...]

Black plate (202,1) Lighting Control q Headlights T o turn on the lights, turn the headlight switch on the en d of the contr ol lever . Switch Position Headlights Off Of f On T aillights Parking lights License lights Side-marker lights Dashboard illumination Off On On NOTE T o prevent dischar ging the battery , don't leave the lights on while [...]

Black plate (203,1) q Headlight High-Low Beam Push the lever forward for high beam. Pull back to original posit ion for low beam. High beam Low beam q Flashing the Headlights T o flash the headlights, pull the lever fully toward you. The headlight switch does not need to be on, and the lever will return to the normal position when released. q Dayti[...]

Black plate (204,1) T urn and Lane-Change Signals q T urn Signal Move the signal lever down (for a left turn) or up (for a right turn) to the stop position. The signal will self -cancel after the turn is completed. If the indicator light continues to flash after a turn, manually retur n the lever to its original position . Right turn Left turn OFF [...]

Black plate (205,1) Windshield Wipers and W asher The ignition switch must be in the ON position. WARNING Use only windshield washer fluid or plain water in the reservoir: Using radiator antifreeze as washer fluid is dangerous. If sprayed on the windshield, it will dirty the windshield, affect your visibili ty, and could result in an accide nt. Do [...]

Black plate (206,1) If the washer doesn't work, inspect the fluid level (page 8-26). If it's OK, consul t an Authorized Mazda Dealer . Rear Window Defr oster The rear window defroster clear s frost, fog, and thin ice from the rear window . The ignition switch must be in the ON position. Press the switch to turn on the rear window defroste[...]

Black plate (207,1) Horn T o sound the horn, press the mark on the steering wheel. Hazard W arning Flasher The hazard warning lights shoul d always be used when you stop on or near a roadway in an emergency . The hazard warning lights war n other drivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazard and that they must take extreme caution when near it. Dep[...]

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Black plate (209,1) 6 Interior Comfort Use of various features for drive comfort, including air-conditioning and audio system. Climate Control System .............................. ................................. 6-2 Operating Tips ........................................................................... 6-2 V ent Operati on ............... ...[...]

Black plate (210,1) Operating Tips q Operating the Climate Control System Operate the climate control system with the engine running. NOTE T o prevent the battery fr om being discharged, do not leave the fan contr ol dial on for a long period of time with the ignition switch in the ACC position when the engine is not running. q Clearing the Air Inl[...]

Black plate (211,1) V ent Operation Button q Adjusting the V ents Directing airflow Y ou 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 fr om the vents. This is not a sign of trouble but a r esult of humid air [...]

Black plate (212,1) q Selecting the Airflow Mode Y ou will feel more comfortable by using the OPEN MODE when opening the roof. Dashboard V ents Floor V ents Defroster and Floor V ents Defroster V ents Dashboard V ents (OPEN MODE) Dashboard and Floor V ents (OPEN MODE) Floor Vents (OPEN MODE) 6-4 Interior Comfort Climate Control System MX-5_8X49-EA-[...]

Black plate (213,1) Control Panel í Mode selector dial T emperature control dial Fan control dial Air intake selector A/C switch q Control Switches T emperature control dial Hot Cold This dial controls tem perature. Turn it clockwise for hot and counterclockwise for cold. Fan control dial Slow F ast T urn the dial to adjust to the desired fan spee[...]

Black plate (214,1) Mode selector dial T urn the mode selector dial to select airflow mode (page 6-4). NOTE T urn the mode selector dial to an OPEN MODE position for maximum comfort while the roof is open. A/C switch Push the A/C switch to turn the air conditioner on. The indicator light on the switch will illuminate when the fan control dial is on[...]

Black plate (215,1) WARNING Do not use the recirculated air mode in cold or rainy weather: Using the recirculated air mode in cold or rainy weather is dangerous as it will cause the windows to fog up. Your vision will be hampered, wh ich could lead to a serious accident. q Heating 1. Set the mode selector dial to the or position. 2. Set the tempera[...]

Black plate (216,1) q V entilation 1. Set the mode selector dial to the or position. 2. Set the air intake selector to the outside air mode. 3. Set the temperature control dial to the desired position. 4. Set the fan control dial to the desired speed. q Windshield Defrosting and Defogging 1. Set the mode selector dial to the position. 2. Set the te[...]

Black plate (217,1) Antenna q Detachable T ype T o remove the antenn a, turn it counterclockwise. T o install the antenna, turn it clockw ise. Make sure the antenna is securely installed. Remov e Install CAUTION To prevent damage to the antenna, remove it before entering a car wash facility or passing beneath a low overhead clearance. NOTE When lea[...]

Black plate (218,1) q Radio Reception AM characteristics AM signals bend around such things as buildings or mountains and bounce off the ionosphere. Therefore, they can reach longer distances than FM signals. Because of this, two stations may sometimes be picked up on the same frequency at the same time. Station 2 Station 1 Ionosphere FM characteri[...]

Black plate (219,1) Flutter/Skip noise Signals from an FM transmitter move in straight lines and become weak in vall eys between tall buildings, mount ains, and other obstacles. When a vehicle passes through such an area, the reception conditions may change suddenl y , resulting in annoying noise. W eak signal noise In suburban areas, broadcast sig[...]

Black plate (220,1) q Operating Tips for CD Player/In- Dash CD Changer Condensation phenomenon Immediately after turning on the heater when the vehicle is cold, the CD or optical components (prism and lens) in the CD player/In-dash CD changer may become clouded with condens ation. At this time, the CD will eject immediately when placed in the unit.[...]

Black plate (221,1) l A new CD may have rough edges on its inner and outer perimeters. If a disc with rough edges is used, proper setting will not be possible and the CD player/In-dash CD changer will not play the CD. In addition, the disc may not eject resulting in a malfunct ion. Remove the rough edges in advance by using a ball-point pen or penc[...]

Black plate (222,1) l Do not use record sprays, antistatic agents, or household spray cleaners. V olatile chemicals such as benzine and thinner can also damage the surface of the CD and must not b e used. Anything that can damage, warp, or fog plastic should never be used to clean CDs. l Insert discs one by one. If two discs are inserted at the sam[...]

Black plate (223,1) q Operating tips for MP3 NOTE Supply of this pr oduct only conveys a license for private, non-commercial use and does not convey a license nor imply any right to use this pr oduct in any commercial (i.e. r evenue- generating) real time br oadcasting (terrestrial, satellite, cable and/or any other media), br oadcasting/streaming [...]

Black plate (224,1) About folders an d files l The order of hierarchy for MP3 files and folders during playback or other functions is from shallow to deep. The arrangement and playi ng order of a recorded disc containing MP3 files is as follows: l File number A numerical file number is assigned to each file in a folder in the order of hierarchy fro[...]

Black plate (225,1) About ID3 T ag display l This unit can only display ID3 T ag album, track and artist names that have been input using V er .1.0/1.1/2.2/2.3 formats. Any other data that may have been input cannot be displ ayed. l This unit can only display English (including numerals) one-byt e characters. Use only Eng lish (including numerals) [...]

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Black plate (227,1) Audio Set There are two types of In-dash CD changers. Check which In-dash CD changer your vehicle is equipp ed with. CD Player In-Dash CD Changer (non-MP3 compatible) Illustration is of a representativ e audio unit. In-dash CD Changer (MP3 compatible) Power/V olume/Sound Controls .................................................[...]

Black plate (228,1) q Power/V olume/Sound Controls Power/V olume dial Audio control dial Power ON/OFF T urn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position. Press the power/volume dial to turn the audio system on. Press the power/volume dial again to turn the audio system off. NOTE T o prevent the battery fr om being discharged, do not leave the audi[...]

Black plate (229,1) *2 *2 Bose Sound System- equipped model *1 If your vehicle is not equipped with rear speakers, a djust the power/ volume dial so the level is even. *2 Depe nding on the mode selected, the indication changes. 2. T urn the audio control dial to ad just the selected functions as follows: Standard audio-equipped mod el Indication T [...]

Black plate (230,1) The following seven modes are available. Select the desired mode a ccording to use. Mode Use V olume change ALC does not operate. No change Use when the roof is closed. Three levels are available. Minimum Medium Maximum Use when the roof is open. Three levels are available. Minimum Medium Maximum T urn the audio control dial to [...]

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Black plate (232,1) q Clock Hour/Minute set switch Clock/Display switch 12/24-hour clock time switch Display Setting the time The clock can be set at any time when the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position. 1. T o adjus t the time, pull up the clock/ display switch for about 2 seconds until a beep is heard. 2. The currently set time and hour[...]

Black plate (233,1) 2. Pull up the clock/display switch again and the time will be adjusted as follows: (Example) 12:01 ― 12:29 → 12:00 12:30 ― 12:59 → 1:00 NOTE l When the clock/display switch is r eleased, the seconds ar e r eset to “ 00 ” . l If the power supply to the unit is interrupted (if the fuse blows or the vehicle's batt[...]

Black plate (234,1) q Operating the Radio Band selector button Satellite button Display Manual tuning dial Seek tuning/APC switch Electric serial number switch Scan/Auto memory switch Channel preset switches Radio ON Press a band selector button ( )t o turn the radio on. Band selection Successively pressing the ba nd selector button ( ) switches th[...]

Black plate (235,1) NOTE If you continue to, pull up or press down and hold the seek tuning/APC switch the frequency will continue changing without stopping. Scan tuning Pull up the scan/auto memory switch to automatically sample strong stations . Scanning stops at each station for about 5 seconds. T o hold a station, pull up the scan/auto memory s[...]

Black plate (236,1) 1221 A venue Of The Americas New Y ork, NY 10020 Attention: Customer Care Include your Sirius Radio ESN (Electronic Serial Number) when subscribing or requesting techni cal assistance. See the Satellite Radio Kit manual accompanying the SIRIUS unit for complete satelli te radio activation procedures and informat ion on how to di[...]

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Black plate (238,1) q Operating the Compact Disc (CD) Player í Load button CD slot Display CD play button CD eject button T rack up/down switch Repeat button Random button Scan/Auto memory switch Fast-forward/Re verse switch T ype Playable data Music CD player (non-MP3 compatible) · Music data (CD-DA) Inserting the CD Insert the CD into the slot,[...]

Black plate (239,1) Music scan This feature helps to find a program by playing about the first 10 seconds of each track. Pull up the scan/auto memory switch during playback to start the scan play operation (the track number will flash). Pull up the scan/auto memory switch again to cancel scan playba ck. NOTE If the unit is left in scan, normal play[...]

Black plate (240,1) q Operating the In-Dash CD Changer í Disc down/F older down b utton Load button CD slot Display CD play button Channel preset buttons CD eject button T rack up/down switch Clock/Display switch Disc up/Folder up button Repeat button Random button Scan/Auto memory switch Fast-forward/Re verse switch Music CD player (non-MP3 compa[...]

Black plate (241,1) Normal insertion 1. Press the load button ( ). 2. When “ IN ” is displayed, insert the CD. Inserting CDs into desired tray num ber 1. Press and hold the load button ( ) for about 2 seconds until a beep sound is heard. 2. Press the channel preset button for the desired tray number while “ W AIT ” is displayed. 3. When “[...]

Black plate (242,1) Playback Press the CD play button ( ) to start play when a CD is in the unit. If a CD is not in the unit when the CD play button ( ) is press ed, “ NO DISC ” will flash on and off. Fast-forward/Reverse Pull up and hold the fast-forw ard/reverse switch to advance through a track at high speed. Press down and hold the fast-for[...]

Black plate (243,1) Random playback T racks are randomly selected and played. During music CD playback 1. Press the random button ( ) durin g playback to play the tracks in the CD randomly . “ RDM ” is displayed. 2. Press the button again to cancel the random playback. During MP3 CD playback (Folder random) 1. Press the random button ( ) durin [...]

Black plate (244,1) Display scroll (MP3 compatible type) Only 12 characters can be displayed at one time. T o display the rest of the characters of a long title, turn the display feed dial ( ) to the right. Hidden titles can be scrolled into the display one character at a time. NOTE The displayable number of characters is limited. If the number of [...]

Black plate (245,1) q Error 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 CHECK CD CD is inserted upside down Insert the CD properly . If the error indication does not disappear, consult an [...]

Black plate (246,1) Audio Control Switch Operation (Steering Wheel) í When the audio unit is turned on, operation of the audio unit from the steering wheel is possible. NOTE Because the audio unit will be turned off under the following conditions, the switches will be inoperable. l When the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position. l When th[...]

Black plate (247,1) NOTE CD, CD changer , and SIRIUS digital satellite radio modes cannot be selected in the following cases: l SIRIUS digital satellite radio unit is not equipped on the audio system. l CD has not been inserted. q Seek Switch When listening to the radio Pull up or press down the seek switch, the radio switches to the next/previous [...]

Black plate (248,1) Safety Certification This CD player is made and tested to meet exacting safety standards. It meets FCC requirements and complies with safety performance standards of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. CAUTION Ø This CD player should not be adjusted or repaired by anyo ne except qualified ser vice personnel. If se[...]

Black plate (249,1) Sunvisors When you need a sunvisor, lower it for use in front. q V anity Mirrors T o use the vanity mirror, lower the sunvisor . Interior Lights q Overhead Light Switch Position Overhead Light Light off Light is on when any door is open Light on q T runk Light Switch Position T runk Light Light off Light on when the trunk is ope[...]

Black plate (250,1) Cup Holder WARNING Never use a cup holder to hold hot liquids while the vehicle is moving: Using a cup holder to hold hot liquids while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. If th e contents spill, you could be scalded. Do not put anything other than cups or drink cans in cup holders: Putting objects other than cups or drink cans [...]

Black plate (251,1) Storage Compartments WARNING Keep storage boxes closed when driving: Driving with the storage boxes open is dangerous. To redu ce the possibility of injury in an accident or a sudden stop, keep the storage boxes closed when driving. CAUTION Do not leave lighters or eyeg lasses in the storage boxes while parked under the sun. A l[...]

Black plate (252,1) 3. If your vehicle has a lid, pull the latch to open. When finished, return the seat to its original position and secure it. After returning the seat to its origi nal position, make sure the seat is secured by attempting to lightly move it forward and backward. CAUTION Do not store excessive weight in the back trim storage box a[...]

Black plate (253,1) Windblocker This windblocker reduces rear wi nd blast into the cabin when driving with the convertible top down. T o use the windblocker, lift it upright. Interior Comfort Interior Equipment 6-45 MX-5_8X49-EA-07F_Edition2 Page253 Monday , June 25 2007 1 1:19 AM Form No.8X49-EA-07F[...]

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Black plate (255,1) 7 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 ......................................................... ...[...]

Black plate (256,1) Parking in an Emergency The hazard warning lights shoul d always be used when you stop on or near a roadway in an emergency . The hazard warning lights war n other drivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazard and that they must take extreme caution when near it. Depress the hazard warning flasher and all the turn signals will f[...]

Black plate (257,1) Flat Tir e í Either run-flat tires or conventional tires are equipped on your Mazda depending on the specification, there fore the procedure for repairing a flat tire differs depending on the type of tire. Before driving, make sure which type of tire is equipped on your Mazda. If you cannot identify your tire type, consult an A[...]

Black plate (258,1) Maximum vehicle speed with a punctured run-flat tire: 90 km/h (55 mph) Maximum driving distance wi th a punctured rum-flat tire: 80 km (49 miles) CAUTION The maximum driving dist ance may be shorter dependin g on the driving conditions. If a run-flat tire is punctured, carefully drive the vehicle to the nearest Mazda Dealer and [...]

Black plate (259,1) T ool Storage T ools are stored in the locations illustrated in the diagram. T owing/T iedo wn eyelet Power retractable hardtop emergenc y tool bag T ool bag rope Glove bo x Lug wrench Jack Jack Lev er eyebolt hexagonal wrench Some models. Instant Mobility System (IMS) Emergenc y Flat T ire Repair Kit T runk room In Case of an E[...]

Black plate (260,1) q Jack T o remove the jack 1. T urn the knob and remove the cover . 2. T urn the wi ng bolt and jack screw counterclockwise. W ing bolt Jack screw T o secure the jack 1. Insert the wing bolt into the jack with the jack screw pointing back and turn the wing bolt clockwise to temporarily tighten it. 2. T urn the jack screw in the [...]

Black plate (261,1) Instant Mobility System (IMS) Emergency Flat Tir e Repair Kit í The IMS emergency flat tire repair kit included with your Mazda is for a temporary repair of a slightly damag ed flat tire resulting from running over nails or similar sharp objects on the road surface. NOTE Y our vehicle is not equipped with a spare tir e. In the [...]

Black plate (262,1) NOTE l The tir e sealant cannot be r eused. Pur chase new tir e sealant at an Authorized Mazda Dealer . l The emer gency flat tir e r epair kit cannot be used in the following cases. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer . l The period of effective use for the tire sealant has expir ed. (The period of effectiveness is indicated on [...]

Black plate (263,1) NOTE The tire sealant can be used at outside temperatures down to _ 30°C. In extr emely cold temperatur es (0°C (32°F) or below), the tir e sealant har dens easily and injection of the sealant will be difficult. W arm the sealant inside the vehicle befor e doing the injection work. 6. Remove the cap from the bottle. Screw on [...]

Black plate (264,1) 10. Hold the bottom of the bottle upright, squeeze the bottle with your hands, and inject the entire amount of tire sealant into the tir e. V alve NOTE The tir e sealant cannot be r eused. Pur chase a new tir e sealant kit at an Authorized Mazda Dealer . 1 1. Pull out the injection hose from the valve. Reinsert the valve core in[...]

Black plate (265,1) 14. Install the compressor hose to the tire valve. V alve Compressor hose 15. Insert the compressor plug into the interior accessory socket and turn the ignition switch to the ACC position (page 6-44). Compressor plug Center console Compressor CAUTION Ø Before pulling out the compressor plug from the elec trical socket, make su[...]

Black plate (266,1) 18. Install the tire valve cap. 19. Put the emergency flat tire repair kit in the trunk and continue drivi ng. CAUTION Ø Drive carefully to an Authorized Mazda Dealer and keep the vehicle speed below 80 km/h (50 mph). Ø If the vehicle is driven 80 km/h (50 mph) or higher, the vehi cle might begin to vibrate. 20. After driving [...]

Black plate (267,1) Changing a Tir e WARNING Be sure to follow the directions for changing a tire, and never get under a vehicle that is suppor ted only by a jack : Changing a tire is dangerous if not done properly. The vehicle can slip off the jack and seriously injure someone. Never allow anyone inside a vehicle suppor ted by a jack: Allowing som[...]

Black plate (268,1) q Removing a Tire 1. Loosen the lug nuts by turning them counterclockwise one turn each, but don't remove any until the tire h as been raised off the ground. 2. Place the jack under the jacking position closest to the tir e being changed. Jacking position WARNING Use only the front and rear jackin g positions recommended in[...]

Black plate (269,1) 4. T urn the jack handle clockwise and raise the vehicle high enough so that the tire can be installed. Before removing the lug nuts, make sure your Mazda is firmly in position and that it cannot slip or move. 5. Remove the lug nuts by turning them counterclockwise, then remo ve the wheel. q Locking Lug Nuts If your vehicle has [...]

Black plate (270,1) T o install the nut 1. Place the key on top of the nut, and be sure to hold the key square to it. If you hold the key at an angle, you may damage both key and nut. Don't use a power impact wrench. 2. Place the lug wrench on top of the key , apply pressure, and turn it clockwise. q Mounting the Tire 1. Remove dirt and grime [...]

Black plate (271,1) If you're unsure of how tight the nuts should be, have them inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer . Nut tightening torque N·m (kgf·m, ft·lbf) 88 ― 118 (9 ― 12, 65 ― 87) WARNING Always securely and correctly tighten the lug nuts: Improperly or loosely tightened lug nuts are dangerous. The wheel could wobble or com[...]

Black plate (272,1) Overheating If the temperature gauge indicates overheating, the vehicle loses power , or you hear a loud knocking or pinging noise, the engine is probably too hot. WARNING Turn off the ignition switch and make sure the fan is not running before attempting to work near the cooling fan: Working near the cooling fan when it is runn[...]

Black plate (273,1) If you find a leak or other damage, or if coolant is still leaking: Stop the engine and call an Authorized Mazda Dealer . Cooling system cap Coolant reservoir If you find no problems, the engine is cool, and no leaks are obvious: Carefully add coolant as required (page 8-23). CAUTION If the engine continues to overhea t or frequ[...]

Black plate (274,1) Starting a Flooded Engine If the engine fails to start, it may be flooded (excessive fuel in the engine). Follow this procedure: 1. If the engine does not start within 5 seconds on the first try , turn the key to the LOCK position, wait 10 seconds and try again. 2. Depress the accelerator all the way and hold it there. 3. T urn [...]

Black plate (275,1) Jump-Starting Jump-starting is dangero us if done incorrectly . So follow the procedu re carefully . If you feel unsure about jump-starting, we strongly recommend that you have a competent service technician do the work. WARNING Follow These Precautions Carefully: To ensure safe and correct handling of the battery, read the fol [...]

Black plate (276,1) Keep all flames, including cigarettes, and sparks away from open batter y cells: Flames and sparks near open battery cells are danger ous. Hydrogen gas, produced during normal battery operation, could ignite and cause the battery to explode. An exploding battery can ca use serious burns and injuries. Do not jump-star t a frozen [...]

Black plate (277,1) 1. Remove the rubber hose from the battery cover . 2. Remove the battery cover from its right side. 3. Make sure the booster battery is 12 V and that its negative terminal is grounded. 4. If the booster battery is in another vehicle, don't allow both vehicles to touch. Turn off the engine of the vehicle with the booster bat[...]

Black plate (278,1) NOTE l Before installing the battery cover , make sur e both of the cables connecting the negative battery terminal (right side of battery) are connected with the cables r outed toward the right and back of the battery as shown in the figure. l V erify that the covers are secur ely installed. Push-Starting Do not push-start your[...]

Black plate (279,1) T owing Description W e recom mend that towing be done only by an Authorized Mazda Dealer or a commercial tow-truck service. Proper lifting and towing are necessary to prevent damage to the vehicle. Government and local laws must be followed. A towed vehicle usually should have its drive wheels (rear wheels) off the ground. If e[...]

Black plate (280,1) Tiedown Hooks CAUTION Don't use the tiedown hooks under the front and rear for tow ing. They are designed ONLY for tying down the vehicle when it's being transported. Using them for towing will damage the bumper. q Tiedown Hooks 1. Remove the tiedown eyelet, lug wrench, and jack lever from the trunk (page 7-5). 2. W ra[...]

Black plate (281,1) 4. Hook the tying rope to the tiedown eyelet. Front Rear CAUTION If the tiedown eyelet is not securely tightened, it may loosen or dise ngage from the bumper when tying down the vehicle. Make sure that the tiedown eyelet is securely tigh tened to the bumper. Recreational T owing An example of “ recreational towing ” is towin[...]

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Black plate (283,1) 8 Maintenance and Care How to keep your Mazda in top condition. Introduction .................................................. ................................ 8-2 Introduction ............................................. .................................. 8-2 Scheduled Maintenance ............... .............................[...]

Black plate (284,1) Introduction Be extremely careful and prevent inju ry to yourself and others or damage to your vehicle when using this manual for inspectio n and maintenance. If you're unsure about any procedu re it describes, we strongly urge you to have a reli able and qualified service shop perfor m the work, preferably an Authorized Ma[...]

Black plate (285,1) Scheduled Maintenance (North America) Follow Schedule 1 if the vehicle is operat ed mainly where none of the following conditions apply . l Repeated short-distance driving l Driving in dusty conditions l Driving with extend ed use of brakes l Driving in areas where salt or other corros ive materials are being used l Driving on r[...]

Black plate (286,1) q Schedule 1 Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 ×1000 km 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 ×1000 miles 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60 ENGINE Drive belts (tension) I Engine valve clearance Audible inspect every 120,000 km (75,000 miles), if noisy , adjust Engin[...]

Black plate (287,1) Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 ×1000 km 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 ×1000 miles 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60 CHASSIS and BODY Brake lines, hoses and connections I I Disc brakes IIII Tire (Rotation) Rotate every 12,000 km (7,500 miles) Flat tire rep[...]

Black plate (288,1) q Schedule 2 Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48 ×1000 km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96 ×1000 miles 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 ENGINE Drive belts (tension) I Engine valve clearance Audible inspect every 120,000 km (75,000 miles[...]

Black plate (289,1) Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48 ×1000 km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96 ×1000 miles 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 CHASSIS and BODY Brake lines, hoses and connections I I Brake fluid level IIIIIIIIIIII Disc brakes IIII Tire (Rot[...]

Black plate (290,1) Scheduled Maintenance (Mexico) Follow Schedule 1 if the vehicle is operat ed mainly where none of the following conditions apply . l Repeated short-distance driving l Driving in dusty conditions l Driving with extend ed use of brakes l Driving in areas where salt or other corros ive materials are being used l Driving on rough or[...]

Black plate (291,1) q Schedule 1 Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometers, whichever comes first Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 ×1000 km 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 1 10 120 ENGINE Drive belts (tension) I I I Engine valve clearance Audible inspect every 120,000 km, if noisy , adjust Engine oil RRRRRRRRRRRR Engine oil filte[...]

Black plate (292,1) Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometers, whichever comes first Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 ×1000 km 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 1 10 120 CHASSIS and BODY Brake lines, hoses and connections IIIIII Brake fluid level I I I I I I I I I Brake fluid R R R Disc brakes IIIIIIIIIIII Tire (Rotation) Rotate ev[...]

Black plate (293,1) q Schedule 2 Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometers, whichever comes first Months 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30 33 36 ×1000 km 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 ENGINE Drive belts (tension) I Engine valve clearance Audible inspect every 120,000 km, if noisy , adjust Engine oil RRRRRRRRRRRR Engine oil filter RRRRRRRRR[...]

Black plate (294,1) Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometers, whichever comes first Months 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30 33 36 ×1000 km 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 CHASSIS and BODY Brake lines, hoses and connections I I I Brake fluid level I I I I I Brake fluid R Disc brakes IIIIII Tire (Rotation) Rotate every 10,000 km Tire inflati[...]

Black plate (295,1) (Cont.) Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometers, whichever comes first Months 39 42 45 48 51 54 57 60 63 66 69 72 ×1000 km 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 100 105 1 10 115 120 ENGINE Drive belts (tension) I I Engine valve clearance Audible inspect every 120,000 km, if noisy , adjust Engine oil RRRRRRRRRRRR Engine oil filter RR[...]

Black plate (296,1) Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometers, whichever comes first Months 39 42 45 48 51 54 57 60 63 66 69 72 ×1000 km 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 100 105 1 10 115 120 CHASSIS and BODY Brake lines, hoses and connections I I I Brake fluid level I I I I Brake fluid R R Disc brakes IIIIII Tire (Rotation) Rotate every 10,000 km Ti[...]

Black plate (297,1) Scheduled Maintenance (Except North America and Mexico) NOTE l After the prescribed period, continue to follow the described maintenance at the r ecommended intervals. l As the result of visual examination or functional measurement of a system's operation (performance), correct, clean, or r eplace as requir ed. (Inspect, an[...]

Black plate (298,1) q Schedule Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 ×1000 km 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 1 10 120 130 140 150 160 ×1000 miles 6.25 12.5 18.75 25 31.25 37.5 43.75 50 56.25 62.5 68.75 75 81.25 87.5 93.75 100 Engine valve clearance [...]

Black plate (299,1) Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 ×1000 km 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 1 10 120 130 140 150 160 ×1000 miles 6.25 12.5 18.75 25 31.25 37.5 43.75 50 56.25 62.5 68.75 75 81.25 87.5 93.75 100 Tires (with inflation pressure adj[...]

Black plate (300,1) Owner Maintenance Schedule The owner or a qualified service technician shoul d make these vehicle inspections at the indicated intervals to ensure safe and dependab le operation. Bring any problem to the attention of an Authorized Mazda Dealer or qualified service technician as soon as possible. q When Refueling l Brake and clut[...]

Black plate (301,1) Owner Maintenance Precautions Improper or incomplete servi ce may result in problems. This section gives instructions only for items that are easy to perform. As explained in the Introduction (page 8-2), several procedures can be done only by a qualified service technician with special tools. Improper owner maintenance durin g t[...]

Black plate (302,1) Engine Compartment Overview Engine oil dipstick Engine oil filler cap Brake fluid reservoir / Clutch fluid reservoir (only for manual transmission model) W asher fluid reservoir Cooling system cap Battery Engine coolant reservoir Power steering fluid cap Air filter Fuse block 8-20 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance MX-5_8X49[...]

Black plate (303,1) Engine Oil NOTE Changing the engine oil should be done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer . q Recommended Oil Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil. Oil container label s provide important information. A chief contribution this type of oil makes to fuel economy is reducing the amount of fuel necessary to overcome engine friction. U.S.A. and CANAD[...]

Black plate (304,1) The quality designation SM, or IL SAC must be on the label. 5W-20 120 100 80 60 40 20 0 –20 50 40 30 20 10 0 –10 –20 –30 q Inspecting Engine Oil Level 1. Be sure the vehicle is on a level surface. 2. W arm up the en gine to normal operating temperature. 3. T urn it off and wait at least 5 minutes for the oil to retur n t[...]

Black plate (305,1) Engine Coolant q Inspecting Coolant Level WARNING Do not use a match or live flame in the engine compar tment. DO NOT ADD COOLANT WHEN T HE ENGINE IS HOT: A hot engine is dangerous. If the engine has been running, parts of the engine compartment can become very hot. You could be bur ned. Carefully inspect the engine coolant in t[...]

Black plate (306,1) CAUTION Ø Radiator coolant will da mage paint. Rinse it off quickly if spilled. Ø Use only soft (demineralized ) water in the coolant mixture. Water that contain s minerals will cut down on the coolant's effectiveness. Ø Don't add only water. Always add a proper coolant mixture. Ø The engine has aluminum parts and [...]

Black plate (307,1) Brake/Clutch Fluid q Inspecting Brake/Clutc h Fluid Level The brakes and clutch draw fluid from the same reservoir . Inspect the fluid level in the reservoir regularly . It should be kept at MAX. The level normally drops with accumulated distance, a condition associated with wear of brake and clut ch linings. If it is excessivel[...]

Black plate (308,1) Power Steering Fluid q Inspecting Power Steering Fluid Level CAUTION To avoid damage to the power steering pump, don't operate the vehicle for long peri ods when the power steering fluid level is low. NOTE Use specified power steering fluid (page 10-4). Inspect the fluid level in the reservoir at each engine oil change with[...]

Black plate (309,1) Inspect fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir; add fluid if necessary . Use plain water if washer fluid is unavailable. But use only washer fluid in cold weather to prevent it from freezing. Body Lubrication All moving points of the body , such as door and hood hinges and locks, should be lubricated each time the engine oil [...]

Black plate (310,1) Wiper Blades CAUTION Ø Hot waxes applied by automatic car washers have been known to affect the wiper's ability to clean windows. Ø To prevent damage to the wiper blades, don't use gasoline, kerosene, paint thinner, or other solvents on or near them. Contamination of either the windshield or the blades with forei gn [...]

Black plate (311,1) 3. Remove the metal stiffeners from each blade rubber and install them in the new blade. CAUTION Ø Don't bend or discard th e stiffeners. You need to use them again. Ø If the metal stiffeners are switched, the blade 's wiping efficiency could be redu ced. So don't use the driver's side metal stiffeners on t[...]

Black plate (312,1) Battery WARNING Wash hands after handling the batter y and related accessories: Battery posts, terminals and relate d accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproduct ive harm. Read the following precautions carefull y before using the batter y or inspecting to[...]

Black plate (313,1) Keep all flames, including cigarettes, and sparks away from open batter y cells: Flames and sparks near open battery cells are danger ous. Hydrogen gas, produced during normal battery operation, could ignite and cause the battery to explode. An exploding battery can ca use serious burns and injuries. Maintenance and Care Owner M[...]

Black plate (314,1) NOTE l Remove the rubber hose first, and then battery cover befor e performing battery maintenance. Battery cov er Rubber hose l Before installing the battery cover , make sur e both of the cables connecting the negative battery terminal (right side of battery) are connected with the cables r outed toward the right and back of t[...]

Black plate (315,1) Tire s For reasons of proper performance , safety , and better fuel economy , always maintain recommended tire inflation pressures and stay within the recommended load limits and weight distribution. WARNING Using Different Tire T ypes: Driving your vehicle with differe nt types of tires is dangerous. It could cause poor handlin[...]

Black plate (316,1) q Tir e Rotation T o equalize tread wear, rotate the tires if irregular wear develops. Acco rding to the scheduled maintenance chart s.Refer to Scheduled Maintenance on page 8-3. During rotation, inspe ct them for correct balance. NOTE Because your vehicle is not equipped with a spar e tir e, you cannot do a tir e r otation safe[...]

Black plate (317,1) NOTE (W ith T ire Pressure Monitoring System) l When tires with steel wir e r einforcement in the sidewalls ar e used, the system may not function correctly even with a genuine wheel. Refer to System Err or Activation on page 5-31. l Be sur e to install the tire pr essure sensors whenever tir es or wheels ar e replaced. Refer to[...]

Black plate (318,1) When replacing a wheel, make sure the new one is the same as the original factory wheel in diameter, rim width, and offset. Proper tire balancing provides the best riding comfort and helps reduce tread wear . Out-of-balance tires can cause vibration and uneven wear, such as cupping and flat spots. 8-36 Maintenance and Care Owner[...]

Black plate (319,1) Light Bulbs High-mount brake light License plate lights T runk light Rev erse lights Rear turn signal lights Brake lights / T aillights Side-marker lights Overhead light Head lights (High beam) Parking light Front fog lights Headlights (Low beam) Front turn signal lights Side-marker lights Some models. Maintenance and Care Owner[...]

Black plate (320,1) WARNING Do not replace the xen on fusion bulbs yourself: Replacing the xenon fusio n bulbs yourself is dangerous. Because the xenon fusion bulbs require high voltage, you could receive an elec tric shock if the bulbs are handled incorrectly. Consult an Author ized Mazda Dealer when the replacement is necessary. Never touch the g[...]

Black plate (321,1) (Halogen bulb) NOTE Replacing low-beam halogen bulbs is difficult ther efor e contacting an Authorized Mazda Dealer is recommended. 1. If you are changing the right headlight bulb, start the engine, turn the steering wheel all the way to the left, and turn off the engine. If you are changing the left headlight bulb, turn the ste[...]

Black plate (322,1) 9. Remove the headlight bulb from the socket. 10. Install the new socket and bulb assembly in the reverse order of removal. NOTE l If the halogen bulb is accidentally touched, it should be cleaned with rubbing alcohol befor e being used. l Use the pr otective cover and carton for the r eplacement bulb to dispose of the old bulb [...]

Black plate (323,1) 5. Disconnect the socket and bulb assembly from the elect rical connector by pressing the tab on the connector with your finger and pulling it. 6. Install the new socket and bulb assembly in the reverse order of removal. NOTE l If the halogen bulb is accidentally touched, it should be cleaned with rubbing alcohol befor e being u[...]

Black plate (324,1) 5. Disconnect the bulb from the socket . 6. Install the new bulb in the revers e order of removal. Parking lights 1. T urn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it. 2. Disconnect the bulb from the socket . 3. Install the new bulb in the revers e order of removal. Front side-marker lights NOTE T o replace the b[...]

Black plate (325,1) Brake lights/T aillight s, Rear turn signal lights, Reverse lights 1. Pull the center section of the plastic retainers and remove them, then remove the trunk end trim. Remov al Installation 2. On the side the bulb is to be repla ced, pull the center section of the plastic retainers and remove them, then remove the trunk side tri[...]

Black plate (326,1) q Replacing Interior Light Bulbs Overhead light 1. W rap a flat head screwdriver wi th a soft cloth to prevent damage to the trim and gently insert it in the overhead ligh t as shown in the figure, and then remove the cover . 2. Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out. 3. Install the new bulb in the revers e order of removal. T ru[...]

Black plate (327,1) Fuses Y our vehicle's electrical system is protected by fuses. If any lights, accessories, or controls don't work, inspect the appropr iate circuit protector . If a fuse has blown , the inside element will be melted. If the same fuse blows again, avoid using that system and consult an Authori zed Mazda Dealer as soon a[...]

Black plate (328,1) Replacing the fuses under the hood If the headlights or other electrical components do not work and the fuses in the cabin are normal, inspect the fuse block under the hood. If a fuse is blown, it must be replaced. Follow these steps: 1. T urn off the ignition switch and all other switches. 2. Remove the fuse block cover . 3. If[...]

Black plate (329,1) q Fuse Panel Description Fuse block (Engine compartment) DESCRIPTION FUSE RA TING PROTECTED COMPONENT 1 F AN 30 A Cooling fan 2 F AN 7.5 A Cooling fan 3 DEFOG 20 A Rear window defroster 4 H/CLEAN ―― 5 ROOM 15 A Overhead lights, Luggage compartment light, For protection of various circuits 6 IG KEY2 15 A For protection of var[...]

Black plate (330,1) DESCRIPTION FUSE RA TING PROTECTED COMPONENT 17 BTN 30 A For protection of various circuits 18 MAIN 120 A For protection of all circuits 19 EGI INJ 10 A Injector 20 EGI COMP1 10 A Engine control system 21 EGI COMP2 10 A Engine control system 22 HEAD LOW L 15 A Headlight low beam (LH) 23 HEAD LOW R 15 A Headlight low beam (RH) 24[...]

Black plate (331,1) Fuse block (Driver's side) DESCRIPTION FUSE RA TING PROTECTED COMPONENT 1 ACC 7.5 A Audio system, Power control mirror 2 AUX PWR 15 A Accessory Socket 3 METER 15 A Instrument cluster 4 SEA T W ARM 20 A Seat warmer í 5 ILLUMI 7.5 A Illumination 6 A/C 7.5 A Air conditioner í 7 ENGINE 7.5 A Engine control system, For protect[...]

Black plate (332,1) How to Minimize Environmental Paint Damage The paintwork on your Mazda repres ents the latest technical developments in composition and methods of applicati on. Environmental hazards, howe ver , can harm the paint's protective proper ties, if proper care is not taken. Here are some examples of possib le damage, with tips on[...]

Black plate (333,1) q W ater Marks Occurrence Rain, fog, dew , and even tap water can contain harmful minerals such as salt and lime. If moisture containing these minerals settles on the vehicl e and evaporates, the minerals will concentrate and harden to form white rings. The rings can damage your vehicle's finish. Prevention It is necessary [...]

Black plate (334,1) Exterior Care Follow all label and container direc tions when using a chemical cleaner or polish. Read all warnings and cautions. q Maintaining the Finish W ashing T o help protect the finish from rust and deterioration, wash your Mazda thoroughly and frequently , at least once a month, with lukew arm or cold water. If the vehic[...]

Black plate (335,1) After washing the vehicle, dry it with a clean chamois to prevent water spots from forming. WARNING Dry wet brakes by driving ver y slowly and applying the brakes lightly until brake per formance is norma l: Driving with wet brakes is dangerous. Increase d stopping distance or the vehicle pulling to one side when braking could r[...]

Black plate (336,1) q Underbody Maintenance Road chemicals and salt used for ice and snow removal and solvents used for dust control may collec t on the underbody . If not removed, they will speed up rusting and deterioration of such underbody parts as fuel lines, frame, floor pan, and exhaust system, even though these parts may be coated with anti[...]

Black plate (337,1) 4. W ipe it as dry as you can before the water dries o n it. 5. Then allow it to dry compl etely before lowering it. CAUTION Ø Automatic and high-pr essure car washes are harmf ul to a convertible top. Avoid th em. Ø Don't spray water directly on the area where the window glass and the convertible top meet . This would pr[...]

Black plate (338,1) Interior Care q Dashboard Precautions Prevent caustic solutions such as perfume and cosmetic oils from contacting the dashboard. They'll damage and discolor it. If these solutions get on the dashboard, wipe them off immediately . CAUTION Do not use glazing agents. Glazing agents conta in ingredients which may cause discolor[...]

Black plate (339,1) WARNING Have an Authorized Mazda Dealer replace damaged seat belts immediately: Using damaged seat belts is dangerous. In a collisi on, damaged belts cannot provide adequate protection. q Cleaning the Window Interiors If the windows become covered with an oily , greasy , or waxy film, clean them with glass cleaner . Follow the d[...]

Black plate (340,1) 8-58 MX-5_8X49-EA-07F_Edition2 Page340 Monday , June 25 2007 1 1:19 AM Form No.8X49-EA-07F[...]

Black plate (341,1) 9 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Important consumer information including warranties and add-on equipment. Customer Assistance ............................... 9-2 Customer Assistance (U.S.A.) ............ 9-2 Customer Assistance (Canada) ........... 9-4 Customer Assistance (Puerto Rico) .... 9-7 Customer Assis[...]

Black plate (342,1) Customer Assistance (U.S.A.) Y our complete and permanent satisfaction is our business. W e are here to serve you. All Authorized Mazda Dealers have the knowledge and the tools to keep your Mazda ve hicle in top condition. If you have any questions or recommendatio ns for improvement regarding the service of your Mazda vehicle o[...]

Black plate (343,1) In order to serve you efficiently and effectively , please help us by providing the following information: 1. Y our name, address, and tele phone number 2. Y ear and model of vehicl e 3. V ehicle Identifi cation Number (17 digits, noted on your registration or title or located on the upper driver's side corner of the dash) [...]

Black plate (344,1) Customer Assistance (Canada) q Satisfaction Review Process Y our complete and perm anent 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, proble ms, or complaints regarding the operation of your Mazda[...]

Black plate (345,1) Please recognize that the resolution of service problems in most cases requires the use of your Mazda dealer's service facilit ies, personnel and equipment. W e urge you to follow the above three steps in sequenc e for most effective results. q Mediation/Arbitration Program Occasionally a customer concern cannot be resolved[...]

Black plate (346,1) CAMV AP is fully implemented in all provinces and territories. Consumers wishing to obtai n further information about the Program should contact the Provincial Administrator at 1 (800) 207-0685, or by contacting the Canadian Motor V ehicle Arb itration Plan Office at: Canadian Motor V ehicle Arbitration Plan 235 Y orkland Boulev[...]

Black plate (347,1) Customer Assistance (Puerto Rico) Y our complete and permanent sati sfaction is our business. That is why all Authorized Mazda Dealers have the knowledge and the tools to keep your Mazda vehicle in top condition. If you have any questions or recommendatio ns for improvement regarding the service of your Mazda vehicle or servicin[...]

Black plate (348,1) Customer Assistance (Mexico) Y our complete and permanent satisfaction is our business. W e are here to serve you. All Authorized Mazda Dealers have the knowledge and the tools to keep your Mazda ve hicle in top condition. If you have any questions or recommendatio ns for improvement regarding the service of your Mazda vehicle o[...]

Black plate (349,1) In order to serve you efficiently and effectively , please help us by providing the following information: 1. Y our name, address, and telephone number 2. Y ear and model of vehicl e 3. V ehicle Identification Number (17 digits, noted on your registration or title or located on the upper driver's side corner of the dash) 4.[...]

Black plate (350,1) Importer/Distributor q U.S.A. Mazda North American Operat ions 7755 Irvine Center Dri ve Irvine, CA 92618-2922 U.S.A. P.O. Box 19734 Irvine, CA 92623-9734 U.S.A. TEL: 1 (800) 222-5500 (in U.S.A.) (949) 727-1990 (outside U.S.A.) Distributor in Each Area q CANADA Mazda Canada Inc. 55 V ogell Road, Richmond Hill, Ontario, L4B 3K5 C[...]

Black plate (351,1) T riple J Saipan, Inc. (d.b.a. T riple J Motors) P.O. Box 500487 Saipan, MP 96950-0487 TEL: (670) 234-7133/3051 q AMERICAN SAMOA Polynesia Motors, Inc. P.O. Box 1 120, Pago Pago, American Samoa 96799 TEL: (684) 699-9347 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Mazda Importer/Distributors 9-1 1 MX-5_8X49-EA-07F_Edition2 [...]

Black plate (352,1) W arranties for Y our Mazda l New V ehicl e Limited W arrant y l Distributor Major Compo nent Limited W arranty (Canada only) l Safety Restraint System Limi ted W arranty l Anti-perforation Limited W arrant y l Federal Emission Control W arranty (U. S.A. only) l Emission Defect W arranty l Emission Performance W arranty l Califo[...]

Black plate (353,1) Outside the United States and Canada Government regulations in the United State s and Canada require that automobiles meet specific emission regulations and safety standards. Therefore, vehicles built for use in the United States, its territories , and Canada may differ from those sold in other countries. The differences may mak[...]

Black plate (354,1) Outside the United States Government regulations in the United States require that automobiles meet specific emission regulations and safety stand ards. Therefore, vehicles built for use in the United States may differ from those sold in other countr ies. The differences may make it difficult or even impossible for your vehicle [...]

Black plate (355,1) Outside Canada Government regulations in Canada require that automobiles meet specific emi ssion regulations and safety regulations. Therefore, vehicl es built for use in Canada may differ from those sold in other countries. The differences may make it difficult or even impossible for your vehicle to receive satisfactory servici[...]

Black plate (356,1) Registering Y our V ehicle in A Foreign Country (Except United States and Canada) Government regulations in your country could require that automobiles meet specific emission and safety standards. V ehicles built for your country may differ from those built for other countries. In addition to registration problems, sati sfactory[...]

Black plate (357,1) Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Accessories Non-genuine parts and access ories 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 yo u install non-genuine parts or accessories, they could affect your vehicle's performance or safety systems[...]

Black plate (358,1) Cell Phones W arning WARNING Please comply with the legal regulations concernin g the use of communication equipment in vehicles in your cou ntry: Use of any electrical devices such as cell phones , computers, portable radios, vehicle navigation or other devices by th e driver while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. Dialing a [...]

Black plate (359,1) T ype Approval of Equipment (Mexico) Immobilizer system Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects T ype Approval of Equipment 9-19 MX-5_8X49-EA-07F_Edition2 Page359 Monday , June 25 2007 1 1:20 AM Form No.8X49-EA-07F[...]

Black plate (360,1) Ke yless entry system 9-20 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects T ype Approval of Equipment MX-5_8X49-EA-07F_Edition2 Page360 Monday , June 25 2007 1 1:20 AM Form No.8X49-EA-07F[...]

Black plate (361,1) Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS) This information relat es to the tire grading system developed by the U.S. Nationa l Highway Traff ic Safety Administration for grading tires by tread wear , traction, and temperature performance. q T read W ear The tread wear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the[...]

Black plate (362,1) WARNING Keep your vehicle's tires properly inflated and not overloaded: Driving with improperly inflated or overloaded tires is dangerou s. Excessive speed, underinflation, or exces sive loading, either sep arately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure. The temperature grade for this tire is es[...]

Black plate (363,1) Tir e Labeling Federal law requires tir e manufacturers to place stand ardized information on the sidew all of all tires. This infor mation identifies and descri bes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides a tire identification numbe r for safety standard certification and in case of a recall. q Information[...]

Black plate (364,1) 1 1. T read wear, traction and temperature grades 12. Max. permissible inflation press ure 13. SAFETY W ARNING P215/65R15 95H is an example of a tire size an d load index rating. Here is an explanation of the various components of that tire size and load index rating. Note that the tir e size and load index rating may be differe[...]

Black plate (365,1) H “ 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 Q 99 mph R 106 mph S 1 12 mph T 118 mph U 124 mph H 130 mph V 149 mph W 168 * mph Y 186 * mph * For tires with a maximum speed capability over 149 mph, tire manufacturers sometimes use th[...]

Black plate (366,1) T read W ear , T raction and T emperature Grades T read wear : The tread wear grade is a comparative rati ng based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled condition s on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-hal f (1 1/2) times as well on the government course[...]

Black plate (367,1) q Information on T emporary Tires Please refer to the diagram below . 1. T empor ary tires 2. Nominal width of tire in millimeters 3. Ratio of height to width (aspect ratio) 4. Diagonal 5. Rim diameter code 6. Load index&speed symbol T1 15/70D 16 90M is an example of a tire size and load index rating. Here is an explanation [...]

Black plate (368,1) 70 “ 70 ” is the aspect ratio. This two-digit numbe r indicates the tire's ratio of height to width. D “ D ” is the tire construction symbol. D indicates “ diagonal ply constructi on ” . 16 “ 16 ” is the wheel rim diameter in inches. 90 “ 90 ” is the Load Index. This two-or three -digit number indicates [...]

Black plate (369,1) Location of the Tire Label (Placard) Y ou will find the tire label containing tire inflation pressure by tire size and other imp ortant information on the driver's side B- pillar or on the edge of the driver's door frame. SAMPLE q Recommended Tir e Inflation Pressure On the tire label you will find the recommend ed tir[...]

Black plate (370,1) WARNING Always check the tire inflation press ures 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 tire s is dangerous. Under-inflation is the most common cause of failures in an[...]

Black plate (371,1) q Glossary of T erms Tire Placard: A label indicating the OE tire sizes, recommended inflation pressure, and the maximum weight the vehicl e can carry . Tire Identification Number (TIN): A number on the sidewall of each tire provi ding information about the tire brand and manufacturing plant , tire size, and date of manufacture.[...]

Black plate (372,1) Tir e Maintenance Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenanc e can cause tires to wear abnormally . Here are some important mai ntenance points: q Tir e Inflation Pressure Inspect all tire press ure monthly (including the spare) when the tires are cold. Maintain recommended pressures for the best ride, top handling, and minimum t[...]

Black plate (373,1) 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 performan ce will be weakened if rotated from side to side. (With limited-slip different ial) Don't use the following: Ø Tires not of the designated size Ø Tires of di[...]

Black plate (374,1) q Safety Practices The way you drive has a great deal to do with your tire mileage and safet y . So cultivate good driving habits for your own benefit. l Observe posted speed limits l A void fast starts, stops and turns l A void po tholes and objects on the road l Do no run over curbs or hit the tire against the curb when parkin[...]

Black plate (375,1) V ehicle Loading WARNING Do not taw a trailer with this vehicle: Towing a trailer with this vehicle is dangerous because it has not been designed to tow a trailer and doing so will affect the drive system which could res ult in vehicle damage. This section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle and/or trailer, to k[...]

Black plate (376,1) Base Curb W eight is the weight of the veh icle including a full tank of fuel and all standard equipment . It does not include pa ssengers, cargo, or optional eq uipment. V ehicle Curb W eight is the weight of your new vehicl e when you picked it up from your dealer plus any aftermarket equipment. P A YLO AD Payload is the combi[...]

Black plate (377,1) SAMPLE CARGO Cargo W eight includes all weight added to the Base Curb W eight, incl uding cargo and optional equipment. Whe n towing, trailer tongue load or king pin weight is also part of cargo weight. The cargo weight limit decreases depending on the number of vehicle occupants. The cargo weight limit can be calculated by subt[...]

Black plate (378,1) 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[...]

Black plate (379,1) 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 injur y as a result of substandard vehicle handling, per formance, engine, transmis sion and/or structural damage, serious damage to the vehicle, or loss of cont[...]

Black plate (380,1) GCW GCW (Gross Combination W eight) is the weight of the loaded vehicle (GVW) plus the weight of the fully loaded trai ler . GCWR (Gross Combination W e ight Rating) is the maximum allowable weight of the vehicle and the loaded trailer - including all cargo and passengers - that the vehicle can handle without risking damage. (Im[...]

Black plate (381,1) WARNING Exceeding GVWR or GAWR Specificat ions: Exceeding the GV WR or the GAWR specif ied on the certification label is dangerous. Exceeding any vehicle rating limitation could resu lt in a serious accident, injury, or damage to the vehicle. Do not use replacement tires with lower load carryin g capacities than the originals be[...]

Black plate (382,1) Steps for Determining the Correct Load Limit: Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit: (1) Locate the statement “ The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs ” on your vehicle's placard. (2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehic[...]

Black plate (383,1) Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.A.) If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway T raffic Safety Admi nistration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mazda Motor Corporation (Y our Mazda Importer/Distribut or). If NHTSA receiv[...]

Black plate (384,1) Reporting Safety Defects (Canada) Canadian customers who wish to report a safety-rel ated defect to T ransport Canada, Defect Investigations and Recalls, may telephone the toll free hotline 1-800-333-0510, or contact T ransport Canada by mail at: T ranspo rt Canada, ASF AD, Place de V ille T ower C, 330 Sparks Street, Ottawa ON [...]

Black plate (385,1) Service Publications Factory-authorized Mazda servi ce publications are available for owners who wish to do some of their own maintenance an d repair . When requesting any of our publications through an Authorized Mazda Dealer, refer to the chart below . If they don't have what you need in stock, they can order it for you. [...]

Black plate (386,1) 9-46 MX-5_8X49-EA-07F_Edition2 Page386 Monday , June 25 2007 1 1:20 AM Form No.8X49-EA-07F[...]

Black plate (387,1) 10 Specifications T echnical information about your Mazda. Identification Num bers ............................................................... 10-2 V ehicle Information Labels ..................................................... 10-2 Specifications .............................. .............................................[...]

Black plate (388,1) V ehicle Information Labels q V ehicle Identification Number The vehicle identification number legally identifies your vehicle. The number is on a plate attached to the cowl panel located on the left corner of the dashboard. This plate can easily be seen through the windshield. q Motor V ehicle Safety Standard Label q Chassis Nu[...]

Black plate (389,1) q Engine Number Forward Identification Numbers 10-3 MX-5_8X49-EA-07F_Edition2 Page389 Monday , June 25 2007 1 1:20 AM Form No.8X49-EA-07F[...]

Black plate (390,1) Specifications q Engine Item Specification T ype DOHC-16V in-line, 4-cylinder Bore×Stroke 87.5 × 83.1 mm (3.44 × 3.27 in) Displacement 1,999 ml (1,999 cc, 122.0 cu in) Compression ratio 10.8 q Electrical System Item Classification Battery 12V -36AH/5HR Spark-plug number L3G2 18 110 *1 , L3Y1 18 110 Spark-plug gap 1.25 ― 1.3[...]

Black plate (391,1) q Capacities (Approximate Quantities) Item Capacity Engine oil W ith oil filter replacement 6-speed manual transmission 4.55 L (4.81 US qt, 4.00 Imp qt) Except 6-speed manual transmission 4.45 L (4.70 US qt, 3.92 Imp qt) W ithout oil filter replacement 4.05 L (4.28 US qt, 3.56 Imp qt) Coolant 7.5 L (7.9 US qt, 6.6 Imp qt) Manual[...]

Black plate (392,1) q Air Conditioner Item Classification Refrigerant T ype HFC134a (R-134a) q Light Bulbs Exterior light Light bulb Category W attage ECE R (SAE) Headlights High beam 65 H9 ( ― ) Low beam Halogen 55 H7 ( ― ) Xenon fusion 35 D2S ( ― ) Front turn signal lights 21 WY21W ( ― ) Parking lights 5 W5W ( ― ) Fog lights í 55 H11 ([...]

Black plate (393,1) q Fuses Refer to the fuse rating on page 8-45. Specifications 10-7 MX-5_8X49-EA-07F_Edition2 Page393 Monday , June 25 2007 1 1:20 AM Form No.8X49-EA-07F[...]

Black plate (394,1) 10-8 MX-5_8X49-EA-07F_Edition2 Page394 Monday , June 25 2007 1 1:20 AM Form No.8X49-EA-07F[...]

Black plate (395,1) 11 Index 1 1-1 MX-5_8X49-EA-07F_Edition2 Page395 Monday , June 25 2007 1 1:20 AM Form No.8X49-EA-07F[...]

Black plate (396,1) A Accessory Socket ... ........................... 6-44 Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Accessories ....................................... 9-17 Advanced Key ....................... ........... ... 3-2 Advanced key maintenance ......... 3-5 Advanced key suspend function ...................................... 3-16 Auxiliary key ....[...]

Black plate (397,1) C Convertible T op Power Retractable Hardtop ........ 3-52 Soft T op ...................................... 3-39 Cruise Control ....................... ............ 5-19 Cup Holder .................... ................. ... 6-42 Customer Assistance ........................... 9-2 D Dashboard Illuminatio n ............... ..... 5[...]

Black plate (398,1) F Fuses ................................................. 8-45 Panel description ............... ......... 8-47 Replacement ............................... 8-45 G Glove Box ......................................... 6-43 H Hazard W arning Flasher ................. ... 5-59 Hazardous Driving .. ............................ 4-7 Hea[...]

Black plate (399,1) O Odometer and Trip Mete r ............... ... 5-35 Outside Mirrors ..................... ............ 3-74 Overhead Lights .................... ............ 6-41 Overheating ........................... ............ 7-18 Overloading ........... ........................... 4-10 P Paint Damage ........................ ............[...]

Black plate (400,1) T Theft-Deterrent System ............... ...... 3-72 T iedown Hook .............................. ............ 7-26 T ire Information ................................ 9-23 T ire Pressure Monitoring System ...... 5-27 System error activation .............. 5-31 T ire pressure monitoring system warning light ... ..................[...]

©2007 Mazda Motor Corporation Printed in Japan Ma y 2007(Print1) Before Use Getting started Routing Address Book V olume Adjustment If necessary Preparation NA VIGA TION SYSTEM See page for specific information. See page for specific information. See page for specific information. Immediate use Advanced use See page for specific information. If ne[...]

2 Before Use Navigation Set Up RDM-TMC If necessary Rear View Monitor Accessories Please contact an A uthorized Mazda Dealer if you are missing the f ollowing accessory . l Map Disc CA UTION: THIS PRODUCT IS A CLASS I LASER PR ODUCT . HO WEVER THIS PRODUCT USES A VISIBLE/ INVISIBLE LASER BEAM WHICH COULD CA USE HAZARDOUS RADIA TION EXPOSURE IF DIRE[...]

3 Before Use If necessary Rear View Monitor MEMO 1%>(%C2%:-C)%FSSO4EKI8YIWHE]%TVMP41[...]

4 Before Use Navigation Set Up RDM-TMC If necessary Rear View Monitor Contents Preparation n Bef ore Use Accessories ........................................................................................ 2 Laser products: .................................................................................. 2 Contents ................................[...]

5 Before Use If necessary Rear View Monitor Adv anced use n Address Book l Address Book ................................................................................ 46 (Memor y P oint Storage), (Memory Point Confirmation and Modification), (Preset Destinations or Home storage), (Memory P oint Deletion), (All Memor y P oint Deletion), (Displays [...]

6 Before Use Navigation Set Up RDM-TMC If necessary Rear View Monitor Saf ety Inf or mation n Read this owner’ s manual for y our Navigation System carefully before using the system. It contains instructions about how to use the system in a safe and eff ective manner . Mazda assumes no responsibility for an y problems resulting from failure to ob[...]

7 Before Use If necessary Rear View Monitor Operation is subject to the f o llowing tw o conditions; (1) this de vice may not cause interf erence, and (2) this de vice must accept any interf erence, including interference that ma y cause undesired operation of the device . Caution Caution The presence of this Caution symbol in the te xt is intended[...]

8 Before Use Navigation Set Up RDM-TMC If necessary Rear View Monitor Introduction n Extremely lo w or high temperatures may interf ere with normal operation The inside of the vehicle can become v er y hot or cold when it is parked f or e xtended periods in direct sunlight or in cold places with the engine tur ned off . The navigation system ma y n[...]

9 Before Use If necessary Rear View Monitor MEMO 1%>(%C2%:-C)%FSSO4EKI8YIWHE]%TVMP41[...]

10 Before Use Navigation Set Up RDM-TMC If necessary Rear View Monitor Names and Functions Z C ( RET key Returns to the previous screen. VO I C E k e y l Initiates vocal guidance f or route maneuvers . l Adjusts screen quality . ( page 28) P D E l l M D ( ZOOM RET VOICE POS ENTER MENU Jo ystic k l Selects items by tilting it up , down, right, and l[...]

11 Before Use If necessary Rear View Monitor Switching the Display Mode ZOOM key Changes the map scale. ( page 29) POS (P osition) key Displa ys your current position. ENTER key l Ex ecutes a selected item. l Displa ys pop up menu. MENU key Displa ys menu. ( page 16) ZOOM POS ENTER MENU DIM key Switches the displa y to da y mode or night mode. ( pa[...]

12 Before Use Navigation Set Up RDM-TMC If necessary Rear View Monitor Names and Functions MENU key Displa ys menu. ( page 16) MENU VO I C E k e y l Initiates vocal guidance f or route maneuvers . l Adjusts screen quality . ( page 28) VOICE Mazda RX-8 1%>(%C2%:-C)%FSSO4EKI8YIWHE]%TVMP?[...]

13 Before Use If necessary Rear View Monitor ZOOM key Changes the map scale. ( page 29) RET key Retur ns to the pre vious screen. POS (P osition) key Displa ys your current position. ZOOM RET POS Jo ystic k l Selects items by tilting it up , down, right, and left. l Scrolls map . ENTER n ce f or route ty . ENTER key l Ex ecutes a selected item. l D[...]

14 Routing Address Book Getting started Activ ation Inser t the map disc into the unit to star t the Mobile Navigation System. Note l The map disc cannot be inser ted or ejected while the ignition switch is in the OFF position. l Remember that the batter y can run down if the ignition switch is k ept in the ON or ACC position fo r a long time while[...]

15 Getting started l The Current P osition screen appears. Note l Y ou can select the language by select and press . Y ou can also change the selected language using Language Selection. ( page 22) l The CA UTION screen remains on the display unless y ou select and press . When the ignition switch is in the A CC position and press (EJECT). Select th[...]

16 Routing Address Book Getting started Men u Menu appears when pressing . MENU Destination Entr y and Route Search ( page 30) Address Book ( page 46) Cancel Guidance ( page 41) Route Options ( page 42) V olume ( p age 50) Set Clock ( page 17) Navigation Set Up ( page 18) 1%>(%C2%:-C)%FSSO4EKI8YIWHE]%TVMP?[...]

17 Getting started Set Cloc k The current time is set using this function. Since time notification is provided b y a GPS satellite. Bef ore Steps select MENU ENTER ENTER Open the [SET CLOCK] screen Select if you pref er 24-hour displa y; f or 12-hour displa y . Select to mov e the setting ahead by one hour , and similarly , select to mov e it back [...]

18 Routing Address Book Getting started Na vigation Set Up l Y ou can alter the map displa y conditions, the route guidance conditions and show the system inf ormation. n Stop your vehic le before the following operations. Do not change the settings and destination locations while driving. Minimize the time spent viewing the monitor screen and list[...]

19 Getting started Na vigation Set Up Bef ore Steps select select User Setting MENU ENTER ENTER ENTER ENTER Open the [USER SETTINGS] screen n Map Color Select a screen color from to options. n Map Mode l Au to : The display will automatically s witch between Day and Night illumination mode when the headlights are turned off and on respectively . l [...]

20 Routing Address Book Getting started Na vigation Set Up Before Steps select select User Setting MENU ENTER ENTER ENTER ENTER Open the [USER SETTINGS] screen n Arrival Time The time which is display ed until reaching the destination or a wa y point can be set as an estimated arr ival time or the remaining time. Select to display the estimated arr[...]

21 Getting started Na vigation Set Up This function allows y ou set the categories on the area displayed when the (P oint of Interest) menu is selected on the map . Quick POI enables y ou store up to six diff erent kinds of categories which you use most regularly . 1 select 2 select Quic k POI Selection MENU ENTER ENTER ENTER ENTER Open the [QUICK [...]

22 Routing Address Book Getting started Na vigation Set Up Y ou can change the language of the menu and the v oice guidance. Before Steps select select Language MENU ENTER ENTER ENTER ENTER Open the [LANGU A GE] screen Select your pref erred languag e from the list. 1%>(%C2%:-C)%FSSO4EKI8YIWHE]%TVMP?[...]

23 Getting started Na vigation Set Up Bef ore Steps select select Map Configuration MENU ENTER ENTER ENTER ENTER Open the [MAP CONFIGURA TION] screen n Map Screen Select single or dual map display . n T urn Guidance T urn Arro w (on first screen) While using route guidance, the directions for the ne xt junction where you ha ve to turn are shown as [...]

24 Routing Address Book Getting started Na vigation Set Up This function allows y ou to correct any error in the position or direction of y o ur v ehicle display . Before Steps select Adjusting Current P osition and Direction select Open the [Calibrate P osition] screen Mov e to the correct position and select . Use or to adjust the direction in wh[...]

25 Getting started select . h you are u rrent o mplete. Map V ersion The map and software v ersion numbers can be confir med using this function. select Map and software v ersions are now display ed. ENTER ENTER ENTER N TER ENTER ENTER 1%>(%C2%:-C)%FSSO4EKI8YIWHE]%TVMP[...]

26 Routing Address Book Getting started Na vigation Set Up This function replaces all the settings in the mobile navigation system with the initial def ault settings. [Default List] Before Steps select select Item Initial condition Menu names Map Orientation North up Map display mode Single-screen display Map Display scale/Map scale f or Dual-scree[...]

27 Getting started Screen Names and Functions Screens Before Setting Route (1) Map Orientation control ( page 29) (2) GPS (Global P ositioning System) marker ( page 52) (3) Clock Clock will be displa yed when you set up Clock on Na vigation Set Up On. (4) V ehicle marker Shows the current position and direction of your v ehicle. (5) Scale display D[...]

28 Routing Address Book Getting started Displa y Menu screen will be shown when y ou press (DISP) and hold. Note Display Men u screen will be disappeared when they hav e been unused during a few seconds . n Adjusting the screen quality l Adjusts the screen brightness Select "ADJ", and then "BRIGHT". The screen will brighten when[...]

29 Getting started Screen change n Do not keep your e yes fixed on the monitor screen or operate the system while driving Do not change the settings and destination locations while driving. Minimize the time spent viewing the monitor screen and listening to the v oice guidance while dr iving. Operating the system will distract the driv er from look[...]

30 Before Use Getting started Routing Destination Entr y and Route Search l Y ou can set the destination using various methods provided b y the system. Before Steps select Change (Change Sear ch Area) Address MENU ENTER Open the [DESTINA TION ENTR Y] Menu Select Select the desi : ID , OR, W A, : CA, NV : AZ, CO , MT , N M : IA, KS, MN, M O : OK, TX[...]

31 Before Use Getting started Routing l For Char acter Entry , please refer to page 39. l Do not keep your e yes fixed on the monitor screen or operate the system while driving. Do not change the settings and destination locations while driving. Minimize the time spent viewing the monitor screen and listening to the v oice guidance while driving. O[...]

32 Before Use Getting started Routing Destination Entr y and Route Search P oint of interest Open the [DESTINA TION ENTR Y] Menu Select When entering the destination point directly Select When narro wing down to category name Select When narro wing down to city name Select When narro wing down to the nearest facility Select When narro wing down to [...]

33 Before Use Getting started Routing l For Char acter Entry , please refer to page 39. W hen entering h e destination p oint directly elect W hen narro wing own to category ame elect W hen narro wing own to city ame elect W hen narro wing own t o t he earest facility elect W hen narro wing own to a phone umber elect Select the category name from t[...]

34 Before Use Getting started Routing Destination Entr y and Route Search Emergency Select When stopped Displays the police station select screen. Displays the hospital select screen. When driving Sets the destination to the nearest police station automatically . Sets the destination to the nearest hospital automatically . Select the s o : Sor ts t[...]

35 Before Use Getting started Routing Select the sort methods : Sor ts the police station or the hospital by Distance . : Sor ts the police station or the hospital by name . Select the name from the list Select 1%>(%C2%:-C)%FSSO4EKI8YIWHE]%TVMP41[...]

36 Before Use Getting started Routing Destination Entr y and Route Search Before Steps select Memory P oint Home Preset Destination Previous Destination Intersection Freewa y On/ Off Ramp Coordinates Select from map MENU ENTER Open the [DESTINA TION ENTR Y] Menu Select Select Select Select the desi Select Select the Pre v Select Enter/Select th 1st[...]

37 Before Use Getting started Routing l For Char acter Entry , please refer to page 39. Select the desired Memory Point : Display up to fiv e previous suggestions. : Display the fiv e previous suggestions. : The order of the display ed list can be changed. Select Select the desired Preset Destination. Select the Previous Destination. Enter/Select t[...]

38 Before Use Getting started Routing Quic k POI l Y ou can select one of the Six Categories on the menu or List Categories and then select the POI(s) to be displa yed on the map . Before Steps S e l e c t Displaying POI(s) on a Map Local Searc h Deleting POI Markers Before Steps Displa ying POI(s) on a Map ( abov e ) Showing POI Data ENTER ENTER O[...]

39 Before Use Getting started Routing Char acter Entr y T o enter the street name, city name, and other . T o enter the house phone num ber , and other . Select the first se veral characters on the screen. (Step 1) Select y our target in the list. l If a desired name is not in the list, go back to Step 1, and try fewer char acters. : Display up to [...]

40 Before Use Getting started Routing Direct Destination Input Direct Destination Input Selecting Route 1 P osition the cursor on y our destination on the map Scroll the map and change the map scale if necessary . 2 Select 3 Select . Route calculation will be carried out and the entire route will be displa yed on the map . Select (W ay point) to se[...]

41 Before Use Getting started Routing POI Icons on Maps / Delete Destination n POI (P oint of Interest) Icons The f ollowing are POI icons sho wn on maps. Restaurant All restaurants American Chinese Continental Fa st F oo d Fre n c h Italian Japanese Mexican Seafood Thai Other Restaurants Shopping Grocery Store Shopping Mall Automotive Automobile C[...]

42 Before Use Getting started Routing Route Options l Dur ing route guidance you can change the route options, stop or check the route . Before Steps select Route Preferences Modification of Destination or W ay P oint Po s i t i o n s Deletion of Destination or Wa y Po i n t s Detour Tu r n L i s t MENU ENTER Open the [ROUTE OPTIONS] Menu Select Se[...]

43 Before Use Getting started Routing n Do not keep your e yes fixed on the monitor screen or operate the system while driving Do not change the settings and destination locations while driving. Minimize the time spent viewing the monitor screen and listening to the v oice guidance while driving. Operating the system will distract the driver from l[...]

44 Before Use Getting started Routing Route Options Before Steps select Display Previe w Route Previe w MENU ENTER Open the [ROUTE OPTIONS] Menu Select Select Use the button : Move the s : Carry out a be display e : Stop the s : Carr y out a be display e : Move to t h : Displays t h POIs : Dis p selected, it selected t o ENTER 1%>(%C2%:-C)%?[...]

45 Before Use Getting started Routing Use the buttons displa yed on-screen to carry out a simulation run. : Move the start point. : Carry out a simulation run in the direction of the star t point. When the Simulation star ts the button will be display ed as , and when selected, it will cause the Simulation to advance quickly . : Stop the simulation[...]

46 Before Use Getting started Routing Address Book Address Book l Y ou can, edit, or delete any marked point. Before Steps select Memory P oint Storage Memory P oint Confirmation and Modification Preset Destinations or Home storage Memory Po i n t Deletion All Memory Po i n t Deletion Displays Icons at Memory Po i n t s MENU ENTER Open the [ADDRESS[...]

47 Before Use Getting started Routing Address Book Set a memory point using your preferred method. Select a memory point to be modified : Allo ws the display icon to be selected. P age 1 and 2 contain standard icons, whereas the With Sound page contains icons which also playbac k sounds. (With direction icon function) The beep aler t only activates[...]

48 Before Use Getting started Routing Address Book Address Book Before Steps select A void Area Storage A void Area Confirmation and Modification A void Area Deletion All A void Area Deletion Category Name Modification Previous Destination Deletion All Preset Destination Deletion MENU ENTER Open the [ADDRESS BOOK] Select Select 1%>(%C2%:-C)%?[...]

49 Before Use Getting started Routing Address Book : Changes the detour position : Reduces the size of the av oid area. : Increases the size of the av oid area. Select an av oid area using your preferred method. Select an av oid area to be modified. Select an av oid area to be deleted. : : Allows the name to be changed. When editing has been comple[...]

50 Before Use Getting started Routing Address Book V olume Adjustment V olume Adjustment Y o u can adjust the v olume control for the v oice guidance. Before Steps select MENU ENTER ENTER Open the [V OLUME] screen 1 Select the appropriate b utton to set the v olume between (minimum) and (maximum). :Sound output will be muted. 2 Press the b utton to[...]

51 Before Use Getting started Routing Address Book V oice Recognition If necessary Precautions/System P erf or mance V oice guidance has the following functions: n Intersection guidance l The system voice announces the distance to an upcoming turn and the turning direction. This guidance function is automatic. Theref ore, y ou do not hav e to set i[...]

52 Before Use Getting started Routing Address Book Vo i c e Recognition If necessary GPS is a position detecting system utilizing the signals from GPS satellites deplo yed b y the U .S. Department of Defense. The Mobile Navigation System uses input from three or more satellites and calculates the vehicle position based on the principle of triangula[...]

53 Before Use Getting started Routing Address Book V oice Recognition If necessary Precautions/System P erf or mance In the follo wing situations, your vehic le position may not be display ed correctly on the map. But, as you keep driving, y our vehicle position will be automatically corrected utilizing map matching and GPS data. Although you ma y [...]

54 Before Use Getting started Routing Address Book Vo i c e Recognition If necessary Although you ma y encounter the following prob lems in a route search, there is nothing wrong with the system. The navigation system is just a support system for the driver . The driver should alwa ys pa y attention to the traffic situation to saf ely make decision[...]

55 Before Use Getting started Routing Address Book V oice Recognition If necessary T roub leshooting Note There ma y be some problems due to oper ational errors or mistakes. Please read this manual again and verify that there really is a prob lem bef ore calling an Exper t Dealer , we recommend an Au thorized Mazda Dealer to ask f or repair ser vic[...]

56 Before Use Getting started Routing Address Book Vo i c e Recognition If necessary No GPS symbols are display ed l GPS signals ma y not be received because of obstructions. After moving the v ehicle awa y from obstr uctions, the GPS signals can be received. The vehicle position is not display ed l Check if the mode is set to the current position [...]

57 Before Use Getting started Routing Address Book V oice Recognition If necessary T roub leshooting Please insert a MAP D VD. l The disc is not installed. Check if the disk is installed. If installed, chec k if the installed disk is correct. MAP D VD-Read Error l The disc is wet, dir ty , scratched, or upside down, or the disc cannot be play ed wi[...]

58 Before Use Getting started Routing Address Book Vo i c e Recognition If necessary Maintenance n Cleaning this product Use a dr y , soft cloth to wipe it. n Cautions for c leaning Ne ver use solv ents such as benzene and thinners, they could mar the surf ace of the unit. n Map disc If you require the latest map disc , consult an Exper t Dealer , [...]