Mazda MX-5 Miata Guide

SMART START GUIDE
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Trunk Request Switch
Door Request Switch
Lock
Unlock
Trunk
Panic Alarm
Advanced Key
Key
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ADVANCED KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM
• This system allows you to lock/unlock
the doors, open the trunk lid, and even
start the engine without ever taking the
key out.
While Carrying the Advanced Key…
• Unlock the driver’s door by pushing
the driver’s door request switch once.
• Unlock both doors by pushing the
driver’s door request switch twice
OR by pushing the passenger’s door
request switch once.
• Lock both doors by pushing the
driver’s door or passenger door request
switch once.
• Open the trunk by pushing the trunk
request switch once.
• Open the front windows by pushing
the unlock button on the advanced key
and then pushing again and holding;
release to stop.
KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM
This system remotely locks and unlocks the doors and the trunk, and opens
the power windows.
Release Button
• Push to extend key.
• Push & hold to retract key.
Unlock
• Push once to unlock
driver’s door.
• Push twice (within three
seconds) to unlock
both doors.
• Push twice and hold to
open front windows.
Lock
• Push once to lock
both doors.
• Push twice (within ve
seconds) for horn sound
verication that both
doors are locked.
Panic Alarm
• Push for one second or
more to activate alarm.
• Push lock, unlock, or
panic alarm to turn
alarm off.
Trunk
• Push and hold to
open trunk. Retractable Key
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Advanced Key (Rear)
STARTING THE ENGINE
While Carrying the Advanced Key…
• Start the engine by pushing the start knob in and turning it (like a
normal key) while pushing the clutch pedal (manual transmission) or the
brake pedal (automatic transmission).
• Shut the engine OFF by turning the start knob to the ACC position
and then pushing in and turning to the Lock position.
NOTE: The KEY indicator light will illuminate GREEN when the
advanced key is detected. If the KEY indicator light ashes GREEN,
the advanced key transmitter battery power is low.
• If the advanced key cannot be used due to a malfunction or dead
advanced key battery, use the auxiliary key to lock/unlock the doors
and to start the engine.
Key
Release
Auxiliary Key
(for opening the doors and
starting the engine)
NOTE: RED Key Indicator Light may ash if the key is placed in the cup
holder. The key may not be detected in the cup holder.
With the Auxiliary Key…
1To start engine, remove
the start knob cover
by squeezing both
release buttons and
pulling the cover off.
2Push the key release to
remove the auxiliary key.
3Insert the auxiliary key into
the key cylinder and turn
it to start the engine.
Release Buttons
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Behind Seat Storage (Soft Top Only)
Move seatbacks forward to access the
seat back trim storage boxes.
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Seats
Seat Warmers
The driver and passenger seats can be
warmed by rotating the applicable seat
warmer dial while the ignition is ON.
• Seat temperature increases as the
number on the dial increases.
• When the seat warmers are not needed, rotate the dials to 0.
SEAT CONTROLS
Height Adjustment Lever
Raise or lower seat height by repeatedly
pulling up or pushing down on the lever.
Slide Release Lever
Pull lever up to
move seat backward
or forward.
Recline Lever
Pull up to adjust
seatback angle.
NOTE: The seat heaters may not turn on if the seats are warmer than the thermostats
low point (such as if the top is down and the seats are warmed by the sun on a cold
sunny day or the ambient temperature is high).
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4
FUEL DOOR RELEASE
The fuel door release is in the seat side box located between the seats.
1Pull handle to open the seat side box.
2To open the fuel door, pull the fuel door release.
FUEL REQUIREMENTS
91-octane fuel is recommended. If 91-octane fuel is not available, fuel as
low as 87-octane can be used temporarily for emergency purposes. Use
of fuel lower than 91-octane can decrease performance, cause knocking/
engine noise, deteriorate shift quality, and possibly increase fuel consumption.
Refueling the vehicle with correct octane fuel a couple of times will restore
vehicle performance and shift quality.
FUEL DOOR
To avoid scratching the
paint during refueling,
secure the fuel ller cap
tether over the hook
as shown.
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Fuel
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LIGHTING/
TURN SIGNALS
(P. 9)
CRUISE
CONTROL
WIPER/
WASHER
(P. 10)
BLUETOOTH®
HANDS-FREE/
AUDIO CONTROL
(P. 25)
TILT STEERING
WHEEL LEVER
Driver’s View
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HOOD
RELEASE
DYNAMIC
STABILITY
CONTROL (DSC)
TRUNK
RELEASE
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WIPER/
WASHER
(P. 10)
HAZARD
WARNING
PASSENGER
AIRBAG OFF
INDICATOR1
AUDIO
( PP. 2 3 - 24 )
ACCESSORY
SOCKET
CLIMATE
CONTROL
(PP. 21-22)
SEAT
WARMERS
(P. 3)
AUX JACK
(P. 12 )
POWER
RETRACTABLE
HARDTOP
(If equipped)
(P. 18 )
Driver’s View
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1This indicator light illuminates to remind you that the front passenger’s front/side airbags and seat
belt pretensioner will not deploy during a collision. The reason for this is that the weight in the seat
is less than approximately 66 lb. Always wear your seat belt and if a front facing child seat must be
used, you must deactivate the passenger airbag. See the Owner’s Manual for important information
on this safety feature.
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Instrument Cluster
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TACHOMETER
FUEL GAUGE
DASHBOARD
ILLUMINATION1
ENGINE OIL
PRESSURE GAUGE
Low Fuel Level
OFF Dynamic Stability Control
(DSC)/Traction Control
System (TCS) Off
Indicator Light
DSC OFF switch pushed and
TCS/DSC turned off.
ABS (Antilock Brake
System) Malfunction
Check Engine Light
Charging System Malfunction
Traction Control System
(TCS)/Dynamic Stability
Control (DSC)
On: TCS/DSC malfunction
Flashing: TCS/DSC operating
Malfunction Warning Light
Shift Lever Position Indicator
Automatic Transmission
Malfunction
Turn Signals/Hazard
Warning Indicator Lights
Key Warning RED (p. 2)
Advanced key not detected or
advanced key battery is dead.
Key Detected (engine ready
to start) GREEN (p. 2)
On: Advanced key detected; engine
is ready to start.
Flashing: Advanced key battery is low.
Air Bag/Front Seat Belt
Pretensioner System
Malfunction
Headlight High Beams On (p. 9)
Seat Belt
Unbuckled/Malfunction
Security Indicator Light
GLOSSARY OF WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS
NOTE: See Owner’s Manual for more details and explanations.
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INFO
BUTTON
ENGINE COOLANT
TEMPERATURE
GAUGE
SPEEDOMETER
ODOMETER/
TRIP METER
1When exterior lights are on, rotate the knob to adjust the brightness of the instrument cluster and other
dashboard illuminations.
AMBIENT
TEMPERATURE
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Door Ajar
Brake Warning Light
Parking brake on/low brake
uid/malfunction
Cruise Main Indicator
Light On (AMBER)/
Cruise Set Indicator
Light On (GREEN)
Tire Pressure
Monitoring System
(TPMS) Warning Light*
On/Warning Beep: Low tire
pressure in one or more tires.
FLAT
TIRE
Flat Tire
Flat tire/malfunction
*TPMS NOTE: Low ambient temperature and/or high altitude causes tire pressures to
drop and may turn the TPMS warning light on. If the warning light comes on, check the
tire pressure and ll the tires as soon as possible, preferably before moving the vehicle
and warming up the tires. Tire pressure should be checked when the tires are cold.
INFO
Push INFO button to display the
following below the odometer:
• Trip Meter A
• Trip Meter B
• Average fuel economy
• Ambient Temperature Display
NOTE:
• To clear trip and average fuel
economy, push and hold INFO
button when displayed.
• To change the ambient
temperature display between
°F and °C, push and hold INFO
button when displayed.
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Lights
LIGHTING CONTROL/TURN SIGNAL LEVER
Pull
to Flash
High Beams
Push for
High Beams
:Turns fog lights on only
when headlights are on.
:Turns tail, parking, dashboard,
and headlights on.
:Turns tail, parking, and
dashboard lights on.
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WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER CONTROL LEVER
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Pull to dispense
washer uid
1
2
3
HI
LO
INT
OFF
MIST
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Wipers
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Direct Mode
To manually shift gears while in Drive, the steering shift switches may be
used. After manually shifting, the transmission will return to normal drive
mode under any of the following conditions:
• 4 seconds of steady throttle
• Accelerator pedal is fully depressed (Wide Open Throttle)
• Tachometer reaches redline
• Vehicle is stopped or moving at a slow speed
To Shift Up To A Higher Gear:
• Tap shift lever back (+) once.
OR
• Pull the UP steering
shift switch.
To Shift Down To A Lower Gear:
• Tap shift lever forward (-) once.
OR
• Push the DOWN steering
shift switch.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
(if equipped)
Sport A/T Manual Shift Mode
The Sport A/T Manual Shift Mode
gives you the feel of driving a manual
transmission by allowing you to manually
shift to control engine rpm and torque
when more control is desired.
To Use Manual Shift Mode:
• Shift lever from D to M.
NOTE:
• Changing to manual mode can be done while driving the vehicle.
• The transmission will not upshift automatically in manual mode, even if the
tachometer reaches redline.
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Transmission
Higher
Gear
Lower
Gear
Down
Up
The transmission will automatically adjust how and when it shifts gears
based on road conditions and your driving style. The transmission may stay
in a lower gear longer than usual when going up or down hills or driving
around corners. This feature gives you better control and a more connected
driving experience.
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6-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION
• Push the clutch pedal completely down
to start the engine and to shift gears.
• To place the transmission in Reverse,
place shifter in the neutral position,
push the shifter down, move to the left
and push forward.
PORTABLE AUDIO PLAYER
INTEGRATION USING THE AUX JACK
Your vehicle is equipped with an AUX or
auxiliary jack that will allow you to play
your portable audio player through the
vehicle’s audio system. Learn the system
when parked and do not let it distract you
while driving.
NOTE: You will need an audio cable with an
1/8 inch (3.5 mm) mini stereo plug (available
as a Genuine Mazda accessory) to connect
your portable audio player into the aux jack.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for
additional information.
1 Locate the AUX jack below
the climate controls.
2Plug 1/8 inch mini stereo plug into the
portable audio player and into the AUX jack.
Turn portable audio player on.
3 Turn the vehicle audio system on.
4Push the AUX button on the audio face or the
MODE button on the steering wheel controls.
5Use the portable audio player controls to play music.
IMPORTANT: Set the volume level on your portable audio player to the highest
level before distortion starts, then adjust the volume on the audio system.
Auxiliary
Jack
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Mirror
Auto-Dimming Mirror
• Auto-Dimming will automatically darken your rearview mirror to reduce
headlight glare from vehicles behind you.
• Auto-Dimming is activated every time the vehicle is started.
NOTE: In addition to the auto-dimming mirror’s rear light sensor, there is also a
front light sensor (not shown). Do not place or hang any objects over the front or rear
mirror light sensors, otherwise, the auto-dimming mirrors will not operate properly.
HomeLink®
• This feature provides a convenient way to replace up to three
transmitters such as garage door openers, home lighting remotes
and other radio frequency devices.
• Refer to your Owner’s Manual for complete programming details.
AUTO-DIMMING MIRROR AND HOMELINK®
Auto-Dimming
Indicator Light
Auto-Dimming
On
HomeLink Rear
Light
Sensor
Auto-Dimming
Off
On Off
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INSTANT MOBILITY SYSTEM (IMS)
The IMS emergency at tire repair kit
(located in the trunk) is for a temporary
repair of a slightly damaged at tire,
resulting from running over nails, or
similar sharp objects on the road surface.
Refer to your Owner’s Manual for
complete details.
Your aluminum wheels have a protective
coating on them. Only use a mild soap or
neutral detergent with a sponge or soft cloth
to clean them.
CAUTION: Using a wire brush, polishing
compound, solvent, or any type of abrasive
cleaner may damage the protective coating.
ALUMINUM WHEEL CARE
PERSONALIZE YOUR MX-5
WITH GENUINE MAZDA ACCESSORIES
Go to www.MyMazda.com, then select “Accessories” below the MyMazda Home
header for a complete listing of available accessories for your Mazda MX-5.
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MANUAL CONVERTIBLE TOP
When raising or lowering the manual convertible top, the vehicle must be
stopped on level ground with parking brake set, windows lowered a minimum
of 1 inch and all items in the convertible top storage area removed.
To Lower:
1 Push release button Awhile pulling latch Brearward to disengage.
2 Pull front of top rearward to release from windshield header.
• If opening from outside vehicle,
grasp side of top, near
windshield header.
• If opening from inside
vehicle, use either handle.
A
B
Convertible Top
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GOOD - OK
TO LOWER
SOFT TOP
CAUTION: DO
NOT LOWER
SOFT TOP!
CAUTION: Before lowering soft top, please pay
close attention to the folding points on each side
of the soft top, and make sure nothing is stored in
the well otherwise damage could occur.
NOTE: When the latch is released, the audio volume may drop to zero for one second.
See the owner’s manual for audio system operation differences with top up and down.
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3 Fold back top and push rmly on front of top to securely lock in
open position.
4 Raise wind blocker.
To Raise:
1 Lower wind blocker. 2 Pull unlock lever to release top
from open position.
NOTE: If manual soft top does not
fold easily, then slowly lower it while
pushing down on the upper part of
rear glass with your hand.
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3 Pull front of top forward to closed position (against the windshield header).
NOTE: Manual Convertible
Top Maintenance: Remove
leaves or other matter that may
accumulate around the area
where the soft top meets the
vehicle body to prevent water
drainage outlets from becoming
clogged. Clogged water drainage
outlets may result in water
intrusion into the passenger
compartment. For detailed
maintenance of the water drains,
refer to MyMazda.com or consult
an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
• If closing from outside vehicle,
grasp side of top near
windshield header.
• If closing from inside vehicle,
grasp either handle.
4 Push lever on top latch forward until lock button clicks and top latch is
securely locked.
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Convertible Top
WARNING: If red indicator is
visible on release button, top
is not securely latched.
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POWER RETRACTABLE HARDTOP
When raising or lowering the power retractable hardtop, the vehicle must be
stopped on level ground with parking brake set and ignition on. Shift manual
transmission to neutral or shift automatic transmission to Park or Neutral.
To Lower:
1 Push release button Awhile pulling latch Brearward to disengage. The
indicator light will illuminate when the latch is disengaged indicating the
top can be opened.
2 Push and hold the open button.
The indicator light will ash
during the opening operation.
• Windows automatically lower,
deck raises, top lowers, and
then deck closes.
NOTE: A beep sounds and the
indicator light turns off to conrm
operation is complete.
A
B
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Indicator
light
Open button
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NOTE: When the latch is released, the audio volume may drop to zero for one second.
See the owner’s manual for audio system operation differences with top up and down.
CAUTION: Before lowering top, make sure nothing is stored in the well
otherwise damage could occur.
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3 Raise wind blocker.
• Windows automatically lower,
deck raises, top raises,
deck closes.
2 Push and hold the close button.
The indicator light will ash
during the closing operation.
To Raise:
1 Lower wind blocker.
NOTE: A beep sounds and the
indicator light turns off to conrm
operation is complete, only after the
hard top is locked in place.
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Convertible Top
Close button
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