Mazda 2008 MX-5 Miata - Manual

Black plate (7,1) 1 Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda. Dashboard and Interior Overview .............................................. 1-2 Exterior Overview ......................................................................... 1-4 1-1 MX-5_8X4...

Black plate (8,1) 1-2 Your Vehicle at a Glance The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle Dashboard and Interior Overview MX-5_8X49-EA-07F_Edition2 Page8Monday, June 25 2007 11:18 AM Form No.8X49-EA-07F

Black plate (10,1) 1-4 Your Vehicle at a Glance The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle Exterior Overview MX-5_8X49-EA-07F_Edition2 Page10Monday, June 25 2007 11:18 AM Form No.8X49-EA-07F

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

Black plate (14,1) Seats WARNING Do not modify or replace the frontseats: Modifying or replacing the front seatssuch as replacing the upholstery orloosening any bolts is dangerous. Thefront seats contain air bagcomponents essential to thesupplemental restraint system. Suchmodifications could damage ...

Black plate (15,1) Always sit in a passenger seat properlywith the seatback upright and feet onthe floor: If your vehicle is equipped withpassenger seat weight sensors,sitting in the passenger seatimproperly out of position or with theseatback reclined too far while thevehicle is moving is dangerous...

Black plate (16,1) q Height Adjustment (Driver's Seat) í By moving the seat lever up or down, theseat bottom height can be adjusted. Up Down q Seat Warmer í The seats are electrically heated. Theignition switch must be in the ONposition. Press the switch to turn the seat warmeron or off. When the sw...

Black plate (17,1) Seat Belt Precautions Seat belts help to decrease the possibility of severe injury during accidents and suddenstops. 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 waywhe...

Black plate (18,1) WARNING Always wear your seat belt and make sure all occupants are properly restrained: Not wearing a seat belt is extremely dangerous. During a collision, occupants notwearing seat belts could hit someone or things inside the vehicle or even be thrownout of the vehicle. They coul...

Black plate (19,1) CAUTION Belt retraction may become difficult if the belts and seat belt guides are soiled, so tryto 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 Women and Persons with S...

Black plate (20,1) q Automatic Locking Mode To enable seat belt automatic locking mode, pull it all the way out and connect it asinstructed on the child-restraint system. It will retract down to the child-restraint systemand stay locked on it. If the LATCH lower anchors are not used alone for LATCH ...

Black plate (21,1) Seat Belt WARNING Always wear the seat belt with itcorrectly routed in its guide: Wearing a seat belt without the seatbelt routed in its guide is dangerousbecause the seat belt would not beable to provide adequate protectionin an accident, which could result inserious injury. Seat...

Black plate (22,1) WARNING Positioning the Lap Portion of the SeatBelt: The lap portion of the seat belt worntoo high is dangerous. In a collision,this would concentrate the impactforce directly on the abdominal area,causing serious injury. Wear the lapportion of the belt snugly and as lowas possibl...

Black plate (23,1) Seat Belt Pretensioner andLoad Limiting Systems For optimum protection, the driver andpassenger seat belts are equipped withpretensioner and load limiting systems.For both these systems to work properlyyou must wear the seat belt properly. Pretensioners: In moderate or severe fron...

Black plate (25,1) q Air Bag/Seat Belt PretensionerSystem Warning Light If the air bag/seat belt pretensioner systemis working properly, the warning lightilluminates when the ignition switch isturned to the ON position or after theengine is cranked. The warning light turnsoff after a specified perio...

Black plate (26,1) WARNING Do not use a seat belt extender unlessit is necessary: Using a seat belt extender when notnecessary is dangerous. The seat beltwill be too long and not fit properly.In an accident, the seat belt will notprovide adequate protection and youcould be seriously injured. Only us...

Black plate (27,1) Seat Belt Warning Light/Beep The seat belt warning light illuminatesand a beep sound will be heard if thedriver's seat belt is not fastened when theignition switch is turned to the ONposition. Conditions of operation Condition Result The driver's seat belt is notfastened when the ...

Black plate (28,1) Driver seated/Passenger seated The seat belt warning function remindsthe passenger to fasten the seat beltaccording to the chart below. Condition Vehicle speed Between 0 ― 20 km/h (0 ― 12 mph) 20 km/h (12 mph) or more Seat belt(Driver) Seat belt(Passenger) Indicator Beep : Fastene...

Black plate (29,1) Child Restraint Precautions Mazda strongly urges the use of child-restraint systems for children small enough to usethem. You are required by law to use a child-restraint system for children in the U.S. and Canada.Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirem...

Black plate (30,1) To reduce the chance of injuries caused by the deployment of the passenger air bag, thereare 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 andturn off the pass...

Black plate (31,1) Follow the manufacturer's instructions and always keep the child-restraint systembuckled down: An unsecured child-restraint system is dangerous. In a sudden stop or a collision itcould move causing serious injury or death to the child or other occupants. Makesure any child-restrai...

Black plate (37,1) LATCH Child-Restraint System Your Mazda is equipped with LATCH lower anchors for attachment of specially designedLATCH child-restraint systems behind the passenger seat that slide through the passengerseat when it is in the fully rearward position. Only LATCH junior seats and infa...

Black plate (40,1) Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Precautions The front and side supplemental restraint systems (SRS) include 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 indicators are visible in...

Black plate (41,1) WARNING Seat belts must be worn in air bag equipped vehicles: Depending only on the air bags for protection during an accident is dangerous.Alone, air bags may not prevent serious injuries. The appropriate air bags can beexpected to inflate only in the first collision with frontal...

Black plate (42,1) Do not sit too close to a front door or lean against doors in vehicles with side airbags: Sitting too close to the side air bag modules or placing hands on them is extremelydangerous. A side air bag inflates with great force and speed directly out of theoutboard shoulder of the se...

Black plate (44,1) Passenger Air Bag Deactivation Switch WARNING Do not deactivate the passenger air bag unnecessarily: Unnecessary deactivation of the passenger air bag is dangerous. If turned offunnecessarily, the passenger will not receive the added protection of the air bag.Serious injuries or e...

Black plate (46,1) q To Deactivate the Passenger Air Bag Before driving, always confirm that the passenger air bag deactivation switch is in theappropriate position according to your requirements (page 2-32). WARNING Do not leave the key in the passenger air bag deactivation switch: Unintentional de...

Black plate (47,1) q To Ready the Passenger Air Bag Before driving, always confirm that the passenger air bag deactivation switch is in theappropriate position according to your requirements (page 2-32). 1. Insert the key into the passenger air bag deactivation switch and turn the key counterclockwi...

Black plate (48,1) Supplemental Restraint System Components The supplemental restraint systems (SRS) have two basic subsystems: l The air bag system with inflators and air bags. l The electrical system with crash sensors and diagnostic module. The air bags are mounted in the following locations: l T...

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 Page49Monday, June 25 2007 11:18...

Black plate (50,1) How the Air Bags Work q How the Front Air Bags Work When air bag crash sensors detect a frontal impact of greater than moderate force, anelectrical current is sent to the inflators.Gases are produced to inflate the front air bags and after the inflation, the front air bagsquickly ...

Black plate (53,1) Do not increase the total seated weight on the front passenger seat: When an infant or small child sits on the passenger seat, increasing the total seatedweight on the passenger seat from the total seated weight of approximately 30 kg(66 lb) is dangerous. The passenger seat weight...

Black plate (54,1) NOTE l The system requires about 10 seconds to alternate between turning the passenger front and sideair bags and seat belt pretensioner system on or off. l The passenger air bag deactivation indicator light may illuminate repeatedly if luggage or otheritems are put on the passeng...

Black plate (57,1) l Vehicle roll-over may not provideenough side force to deploy the side airbags. l Side impacts with two-wheeledvehicles may not provide enough forceto deploy the side air bags. Non-activation of side air bag í A side air bag will not normally inflate inthe following cases: l Coll...

Black plate (58,1) A system malfunction is indicated if thewarning light constantly flashes,constantly illuminates or does notilluminate at all when the ignition switchis turned to the ON position. If any ofthese occur, consult an Authorized MazdaDealer as soon as possible. The systemmay not work in...

Black plate (59,1) WARNING Do not operate a vehicle with damagedair bag/seat belt pretensioner systemcomponents: Expended or damaged air bag/seatbelt pretensioner system componentsmust be replaced after any collisionwhich caused them to deploy ordamage them. Only a trainedAuthorized Mazda Dealer can...

Black plate (61,1) 3 Knowing Your Mazda Explanation of basic operations and controls; opening/closing and adjustmentof various parts. Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System ................................ 3-2 Advanced Keys í ...................................................................... 3-...

Black plate (62,1) Advanced Keys í The advanced keyless functions (advanced keyless entry and start system) enables thefollowing 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 w...

Black plate (65,1) q Advanced Key Maintenance CAUTION Ø Make sure the battery is installedwith the correct pole facingupward. Battery leakage couldoccur if it is not installed correctly. Ø When replacing the battery, becareful not to bend the electricalterminals or get oil on them. Alsobe careful no...

Black plate (66,1) 3. Insert a flathead screwdriver into the crack and press the battery 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 wi...

Black plate (67,1) Operation Using AdvancedKeyless Functions q Operational Range The system operates only when the driveris in the vehicle or within operationalrange while the advanced key is beingcarried. NOTE When the battery power is low, or in placeswhere there are high-intensity radio waves orn...

Black plate (68,1) NOTE l The trunk is out of the operational range,however, starting the engine may bepossible. l The engine may not start if the advancedkey is placed in the following areas: l Around the dashboard l In the storage compartments such as theglove box l On the rear parcel shelf l Star...

Black plate (70,1) q Starting the Engine Ignition switch positions Without a traditional key, some of theignition switch functions are different. Start knob LOCK (Released) The steering wheel locks to help protectagainst theft. LOCK (Depressed) The ignition switch can be turned to theACC position wh...

Black plate (72,1) 5. (Manual transmission) Depress the clutch pedal all the wayand shift into neutral.Keep the clutch pedal depressed whilecranking the engine. (Automatic transmission) Put the vehicle in park (P). If you mustrestart the engine while the vehicle ismoving, shift into neutral (N). NOT...

Black plate (73,1) 9. Turn the ignition switch from the ACC position to the START position andhold (up to 10 seconds at a time) untilthe engine starts. CAUTION Don't try the starter for more than 10seconds at a time. If the engine stallsor fails to start, wait 10 secondsbefore trying again. Otherwis...

Black plate (74,1) Operation Using AdvancedKey Functions q Keyless Entry System This system uses the more traditional keybuttons to remotely lock and unlock thedoors and opens the trunk lid, and opensthe power windows.It can also help you signal for attention.Press the buttons slowly and carefully. ...

Black plate (75,1) To confirm that both doors have beenlocked, press the lock button again within5 seconds. If they are closed and locked,the horn will sound. NOTE (Without theft-deterrent system) The hazard warning lights will flash once toindicate that both doors are locked. (With theft-deterrent ...

Black plate (76,1) q Auxiliary Key Function Use the auxiliary key stored in theadvanced key in the event of a deadtransmitter battery or malfunction. Removing the auxiliary key Pull out the auxiliary key from theadvanced key. Locking, unlocking the doors The doors can be locked/unlocked usingthe aux...

Black plate (77,1) Warning and Beep Sounds q System Malfunction Warning Beep If any malfunction occurs in the advancedkeyless function, the KEY warning light(red) in the instrument cluster illuminatescontinuously and beep sounds will beheard. CAUTION If the KEY warning light (red) remainsilluminated...

Black plate (78,1) l The start knob has not been returned tothe LOCK position. l The auxiliary key is inserted into theignition switch. q Advanced Key Battery DeadWarning When the start knob is returned to theACC or LOCK position from the ONposition, the KEY indicator light (green)flashes for approx...

Black plate (80,1) When Warning Indicator/Beep is Activated Under the following conditions, warning beeps are heard and a warning/indicator light inthe instrument cluster illuminates to notify the driver of improper operation of theadvanced key to prevent theft of the vehicle (page 3-17). Warning Wh...

Black plate (81,1) Keys (without Advanced Key) WARNING Do not leave the keys in your vehiclewith children and keep them in a placewhere your children will not find orplay with them: Leaving children in a vehicle with thekey is dangerous. This could result insomeone being badly injured or evenkilled....

Black plate (82,1) To retract the key, rotate it into the holderwhile pressing the release button. Keyless Entry System (withRetractable Type Key) í This system remotely locks and unlocksthe doors, and opens the power windows.It can also help you signal for attention.Press the buttons slowly and car...

Black plate (83,1) NOTE l The keyless entry system is designed tooperate up to about 2.5 m (8 ft) from thecenter of the vehicle, but this may vary dueto local conditions. l The system doesn't operate when the key isin the ignition switch. l Doors can be locked by pressing the lockbutton while any ot...

Black plate (85,1) q Transmitter Maintenance If the buttons on the transmitter areinoperable and the operation indicatorlight does not flash, the battery may bedead.Replace with a new battery before thetransmitter becomes unusable. CAUTION Ø Install the battery with the positivepole ( ) facing down....

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 keylessentry system, consult an AuthorizedMazd...

Black plate (87,1) q Locking, Unlocking with Key Either door can be locked/unlocked withthe key.Turn the key toward the front to unlock,toward the back to lock. Unlock Lock q Locking, Unlocking with RequestSwitch (with Advanced Key) The doors can be locked/unlocked byoperating the request switch whi...

Black plate (88,1) NOTE l (With advanced key) The driver's door cannot be locked usingthe door-lock knob from the outside. l (With retractable type key) The driver's door cannot be locked usingthe door-lock knob from the outside if thekey is in the ignition switch. l When locking the doors this way,...

Black plate (89,1) Locking, unlocking with door-lockswitch Both doors lock automatically whenLOCK is pushed. They all unlock whenthe unmarked part of the door-lock switchis pushed. Lock Unlock Locking, unlocking with request switch(with advanced key) Both doors can be locked/unlocked byoperating the...

Black plate (90,1) q Opening and Closing the Trunk Lid WARNING Close the trunk lid and do not allowchildren to play inside the vehicle: Leaving the trunk lid open or leavingchildren in the vehicle with the keys isdangerous. Children could open thetrunk lid and climb inside resulting inpossible injur...

Black plate (91,1) NOTE (With power retractable hardtop) The trunk lid can only be opened when thepower retractable hardtop is fully opened/closed. Open/close the power retractablehardtop completely before opening the trunklid. Closing the trunk lid Use both hands to push the trunk lid downuntil the...

Black plate (92,1) Inside Trunk Release Lever Your vehicle is equipped with an insidetrunk release lever that provides a meansof escape for children and adults in theevent they become locked inside thetrunk. No matter how careful adults might bewith keys and locking their cars, parentsshould be awar...

Black plate (93,1) Power Windows The ignition switch must be in the ONposition for the power windows tooperate. WARNING Make sure the opening is clear beforeclosing a window: Closing power windows aredangerous. A person's hands, head,or even neck could be caught by thewindow and result in serious in...

Black plate (95,1) Opening Because nobody likes getting into a veryhot car, we have introduced a way to get ahead start on cooling it, even before youput your seat belts on and insert your keyin the ignition. If you see the vehicle is ina secure area, you can open the bothwindows as you approach the...

Black plate (96,1) Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap WARNING When removing the fuel cap, loosen thecap slightly and wait for any hissing tostop. Then remove it: Fuel spray is dangerous. Fuel canburn skin and eyes and cause illnessif ingested. Fuel spray is releasedwhen there is pressure in the fueltank and th...

Black plate (97,1) q Fuel-Filler Cap To remove the filler cap, turn itcounterclockwise. To close the filler cap, turn it clockwiseuntil two or more clicks are heard. Close Open CAUTION Make sure the fuel-filler cap istightened securely. The check enginelight may illuminate when the capisn't tightene...

Black plate (98,1) 3. Grasp the support rod in the padded area and secure it in the stay holeindicated by the arrow to hold the hoodopen. Clip Support rod q Closing the Hood 1. Check under the hood area to make certain all filler caps are in place andall loose items (e.g. tools, oilcontainers, etc.)...

Black plate (99,1) Convertible Top (Soft Top) í Windshield header Top latch assembly Top storage area Convertible top's handles Label (The label indicates the position where convertible top is to be held when lowering or raising it.) q Convertible Top Precautions WARNING Sit in the seat with the sea...

Black plate (100,1) l Before lowering or raising theconvertible top, stop in a safe place offthe right-of-way and park on a levelsurface. l Make sure nothing is on the convertibletop or near the back window whenraising or lowering the convertible top.Even small objects may interfere andcause damage....

Black plate (102,1) q Raising the Convertible Top 1. Make sure the parking brake is applied. 2. Fully open the left and right windows. 3. Turn off the engine. 4. Pull the unlock lever outward to disengage the lock. Unlock lever 5. Standing outside of the vehicle, hold the convertible top along the c...

Black plate (103,1) CAUTION Driving with the convertible top notfully locked could damage theconvertible top.If the red indicator is visible on theunlock button, the convertible top isnot locked. After locking theconvertible top, verify that the redindicator is not visible. Locked position Unlocked ...

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 Your Mazda í Some models. Doors and Locks MX-5_8X49-EA-07F_Edition2 Page104Monday, June 25 2007 11:18 AM Form No.8X49-EA-07F

Black plate (105,1) q Detachable Hardtop Precautions WARNING Sit in the seat with the seat beltcorrectly fastened when the vehicle ismoving: Standing in the vehicle, or sitting onthe deck or center console when thevehicle is moving is a dangerous wayto ride. During a sudden maneuver orcollision you ...

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 Lever 9. After the side latch...

Black plate (107,1) 12. Slide the hardtop rearward while pressing down on the rear decklatches to unlock the latches. Hardtop Rear deck latch 13. Lift the hardtop straight off the body to prevent damage to the rear decklatches and studs. Hardtop Rear deck stud WARNING Be careful of the windshield's ...

Black plate (108,1) 16. Connect the convertible top's rear window defroster coupler (C) to thecoupler (B). (C) (B) q Installing the Detachable Hardtop CAUTION Do not attempt to install the hardtopwith the convertible top also up.Lower the convertible top beforeinstalling the hardtop, otherwisedamage...

Black plate (109,1) NOTE Connect the convertible top's rear windowdefroster coupler into the holder so that it doesnot 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 a...

Black plate (110,1) CAUTION Ø Be careful not to strike the bodywith any of the protrudinghardtop latches. Ø The rear defogger grid and thedefogger cord could be damagedwhen removing or installing thehardtop. Make sure the reardefogger grid isn't folded and thedefogger cord isn't caughtbetween the ve...

Black plate (112,1) Convertible Top (Power Retractable Hardtop) í The power retractable hardtop opens/closes electrically by operating switches in thevehicle. When opening/closing the hardtop, the hardtop, deck and window glass operatetogether. The hardtop is stored in the storage area under the dec...

Black plate (113,1) q Power Retractable Hardtop Precautions WARNING Always confirm that there are no people around the vehicle before operating thehardtop: If the hardtop were to operate unexpectedly, it could result in an accident andserious injury from someone getting caught in the mechanism. Alwa...

Black plate (114,1) l Before opening or closing the hardtop, stop in a safe place off the right-of-way and parkon a level surface. l When opening the hardtop, make sure objects inside the vehicle are not blown away bythe wind. l Secure all loose objects inside before driving with the hardtop down. l...

Black plate (118,1) 10. Move the top latch slowly to make sure the anchor engages with thestriker, then rotate the top latch to thelock position until a click sound isheard. Striker Anchor CAUTION Driving with the hardtop not fullylocked could damage the hardtop.If the red indicator is visible on th...

Black plate (119,1) CAUTION Ø Do not drive the vehicle with thehardtop open halfway. Ø Do not perform the procedure in astrong wind as it could cause anunexpected accident. Ø Two adults are required toperform the procedure, especiallywhen lifting up the hardtop. Donot do it alone so as not to causei...

Black plate (122,1) 13. Lift up the deck using two adults, one on each side of the vehicle, and openthe deck completely. CAUTION Ø Lift the deck using two adults.Doing it alone could result ininjury or the deck lid mechanismbeing twisted which could damageit. Ø Do not let go of the deck lid onboth s...

Black plate (124,1) To the outside of the vehicle Rope Links NOTE Always route the one end of the rope to insideof the vehicle. If it is not inside the vehicle, itwill be difficult to service the hardtop at anAuthorized Mazda Dealer. 3. Do the same procedure on the other side. 4. Close the deck unif...

Black plate (127,1) Immobilizer System (withAdvanced Key) The immobilizer system allows the engineto start only with an advanced key thesystem recognizes. If someone attempts to start the enginewith an unrecognized key, the engine willnot start, thereby helping to prevent thetheft of your vehicle. C...

Black plate (128,1) q Operation Arming The system is armed when the ignitionswitch is turned from the ON position tothe ACC or LOCK position. The securityindicator light in the instrument clusterflashes every 2 seconds until the system isdisarmed. Disarming The system is disarmed when the ignitionsw...

Black plate (130,1) CAUTION When starting the engine do notallow the following, as the enginemay not start due to the electronicsignal from the ignition key not beingtransmitted correctly. Ø A key ring rests on the key grip. Ø Metal parts of other keys or metalobjects touch the key grip. Ø Spare key...

Black plate (132,1) Theft-Deterrent System í If the theft deterrent system detects aninappropriate entry into the vehicle, whichcould result in the vehicle or its contentsbeing stolen, the alarm alerts thesurrounding area of an abnormality bysounding the horn and flashing the hazardwarning lights.Re...

Black plate (133,1) q To Turn off an Armed System An armed system can be turned off by anyone of the following methods: l Unlock a door with the key. l Press the unlock button on the keylessentry system transmitter. l Insert the key into the ignition switchand turn it to the ON position. l (With adv...

Black plate (134,1) Steering Wheel WARNING Never adjust the steering wheel whilethe vehicle is moving: Adjusting the steering wheel whilethe vehicle is moving is dangerous.Moving it can very easily cause thedriver to abruptly turn to the left orright. This can lead to loss of controlor an accident. ...

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 controlby placing the selector switch in themiddle position. Folding the mirror Fold the outside mirror rearward until it isflush with the ...

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

Black plate (138,1) Fuel Requirements Vehicles with catalytic converters or oxygen sensors must use ONLY UNLEADED FUEL,which will reduce exhaust emissions and keep spark plug fouling to a minimum. Your Mazda will perform best with fuel listed in the table. Fuel Octane Rating * (Anti-knock index) Pre...

Black plate (139,1) Emission Control System Your vehicle is equipped with an emission control system (the catalytic converter is part ofthis system) that enables your vehicle to comply with existing exhaust emissionsrequirements. WARNING Never park over or near anything flammable: Parking over or ne...

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 contains carbon monoxide (CO), which iscolorless, odorless, and poisonous. When inhaled, it can cause loss of consciousnessand...

Black plate (141,1) Before Getting In l Be sure the windows, outside mirrors,and outside lights are clean. l Inspect inflation pressures andcondition of tires. l Look under the vehicle for any sign offluid leaks. l If you plan to back up, make surenothing is in your way. NOTE Engine oil, engine cool...

Black plate (142,1) Break-In Period No special break-in is necessary, but a fewprecautions in the first 1,000 km (600miles) 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 oftime. l Don't ...

Black plate (143,1) Hazardous Driving WARNING Be extremely careful if it is necessary todownshift on slippery surfaces: Downshifting into lower gear whiledriving on slippery surfaces isdangerous. The sudden change in tirespeed could cause the tires to skid.This could lead to loss of vehiclecontrol a...

Black plate (144,1) Rocking the Vehicle WARNING Do not spin the wheels at more than 56km/h (35 mph), and do not allowanyone to stand behind a wheel whenpushing the vehicle: When the vehicle is stuck, spinningthe wheels at high speed isdangerous. The spinning tire couldoverheat and explode. This coul...

Black plate (145,1) WARNING Use only the same size and type tires(snow, radial, or non-radial) on all fourwheels: Using tires different in size or type isdangerous. Your vehicle's handlingcould be greatly affected and resultin an accident. CAUTION Check local regulations before usingstudded tires. N...

Black plate (146,1) Driving In Flooded Area WARNING Dry wet brakes by driving very slowlyand applying the brakes lightly untilbrake performance returns to normal: Driving with wet brakes isdangerous. Increased stoppingdistance or the vehicle pulling to oneside when braking could result in aserious a...

Black plate (147,1) Trailer Towing The Mazda MX-5 is not designed fortowing. Never tow a trailer with yourMazda MX-5. Before Driving Your Mazda Towing 4-11 MX-5_8X49-EA-07F_Edition2 Page147Monday, June 25 2007 11:18 AM Form No.8X49-EA-07F

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

Black plate (150,1) Ignition Switch Auxiliary key (with advanced key) NOTE When starting the engine using the advancedkey, refer to Starting the Engine (page 3-10). When starting the engine with theauxiliary key, perform the followingprocedure. 1. Remove the auxiliary key from the advanced key (page...

Black plate (151,1) Automatic Transmission Vehicle WARNING Remove the key only when the vehicleis parked: Removing the key from the ignitionswitch while the vehicle is moving isdangerous. Removing the key allowsthe steering wheel to lock. You willlose steering control and a seriousaccident could occ...

Black plate (152,1) ACC (Accessory) The steering wheel unlocks and someelectrical accessories will operate. ON This is the normal running position afterthe engine is started. The warning lightsshould be inspected before the engine isstarted (page 5-39). NOTE When the ignition switch is turned to the...

Black plate (153,1) CAUTION Don't try the starter for more than 10seconds at a time. If the engine stallsor fails to start, wait 10 secondsbefore trying again. Otherwise, youmay damage the starter and drainthe battery. 6. After starting the engine, let it idle for about 10 seconds. NOTE l In extreme...

Black plate (154,1) WARNING Dry brakes that have become wet bydriving very slowly and applying thebrakes lightly until brake performanceis normal: Driving with wet brakes isdangerous. Increased stoppingdistance or the vehicle pulling to oneside when braking could result in aserious accident. Light b...

Black plate (155,1) Releasing the parking brake Depress the brake pedal and pull theparking brake lever upwards, then pressthe release button. While holding thebutton, lower the parking brake lever allthe way down to the released position. q Brake System Warning Light This warning has the following ...

Black plate (156,1) q Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) í The ABS control unit continuouslymonitors the speed of each wheel. If oneis about to lock up, the ABS responds byautomatically releasing and reapplyingthat wheel's brake. The driver will feel a slight vibration inthe brake pedal and may hear a cha...

Black plate (157,1) q Electronic Brake ForceDistribution System Warning í If the electronic brake force distributioncontrol unit determines that somecomponents are operating incorrectly, thecontrol unit may turn the brake systemwarning light and the ABS warning lighton at the same time. The problem ...

Black plate (158,1) Manual TransmissionOperation q Manual Transmission Shift Pattern 5-speed transmission 6-speed transmission Neutral position Neutral position The vehicle is equipped with either a 5-speed or 6-speed manual transmission.The shift pattern for each is shown above. Depress the clutch ...

Black plate (159,1) CAUTION Ø Keep your foot off the clutch pedalexcept when shifting gears. Also,don't use the clutch to hold thevehicle on an upgrade. Riding theclutch will cause needless clutchwear and damage. Ø Make sure the vehicle comes to acomplete stop before shifting to R.Shifting to R whil...

Black plate (160,1) Automatic Transmission 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 lever can be shifted freely into any position. Various Lockouts: NOTE This Sport AT has an option that is not incl...

Black plate (161,1) q Transmission Ranges The shift lever must be in P or N tooperate the starter. P (Park) P locks the transmission and prevents therear wheels from rotating. WARNING Always set the shift lever to P and setthe parking brake: Only setting the shift lever to the Pposition without usin...

Black plate (162,1) q Shift-Lock System The shift-lock system prevents shiftingout of P unless the brake pedal isdepressed. To shift from P: 1. Depress and hold the brake pedal. 2. Start the engine. 3. Move the shift lever. NOTE l When the ignition switch is in the LOCKposition, the shift lever cann...

Black plate (163,1) Gear position indicator The numeral for the selected gearilluminates. Shift position indicator Gear position indicator NOTE l If the gears cannot be shifted down whendriving at higher speeds, the gear positionindicator will flash twice to signal that thegears cannot be shifted do...

Black plate (166,1) Recommendations for shifting Upshifting For normal acceleration, we recommend these shiftpoints. Gear Vehicle 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 Vehicle speed M1...

Black plate (167,1) Power Steering Power steering is only operable when theengine is running. If the engine is off or ifthe power steering system is inoperable,you can still steer, but it requires morephysical effort. If the steering feels stiffer than usualduring normal driving, consult anAuthorize...

Black plate (168,1) q Activation/Deactivation To activate the system, press the ON/OFFswitch.The cruise main indicator lightilluminates. To deactivate the system, press the switchagain.The cruise main indicator light turns off. WARNING Keep the ON/OFF switch off whencruise control is not in use: Lea...

Black plate (169,1) q To Increase Cruising Speed Follow either of these procedures. To increase speed using cruise controlswitch Pull up the cruise control switch and holdit. Your vehicle will accelerate.Release the switch at the speed you want. Cruise control switch Your vehicle has a tap-up featur...

Black plate (170,1) Your vehicle has a tap-down feature thatallows you to decrease your current speedin decrements of 1.6 km/h (1 mph) by amomentary tap of the cruise controlswitch. Multiple taps will decrease yourvehicle speed 1.6 km/h (1 mph) for eachtap. q To Resume Cruising Speed atMore Than 30 ...

Black plate (171,1) Traction Control System(TCS) í The Traction Control System (TCS)enhances traction and safety bycontrolling engine torque. When the TCSdetects driving wheel slippage, it lowersengine torque to prevent loss of traction. This means that on a slick surface, theengine adjusts automati...

Black plate (172,1) Dynamic Stability Control(DSC) í The Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)automatically controls braking and enginetorque in conjunction with systems suchas ABS and TCS to help control side slipwhen driving on slippery surfaces, orduring sudden or evasive maneuvering,enhancing vehicle ...

Black plate (173,1) q DSC OFF Indicator Light This indicator light stays on for a fewseconds when the ignition switch is turnedto the ON position.It also comes on when the DSC OFFswitch is pressed and TCS/DSC isswitched off (page 5-25). If the light stays on when the TCS/DSC isnot switched off, take...

Black plate (177,1) q Tire Pressure Monitoring SystemWarning Light This warning light illuminates for a fewseconds when the ignition switch is turnedto the ON position. Thereafter, the warning light illuminatesand a beep is heard when tire pressure istoo low in one or more tires, and flasheswhen the...

Black plate (179,1) If the warning light illuminates again evenafter the tire pressures are adjusted, theremay be a tire puncture.Refer to Vehicle with run-flat tires onpage 7-3. Warning light flashes When the warning light flashes, there maybe a system malfunction. Consult anAuthorized Mazda Dealer...

Black plate (182,1) Meters and Gauges Speedometer ...................................................................................................... page 5-35Odometer, Trip Meter and Trip Meter Selector .................................................. page 5-35Tachometer .........................

Black plate (183,1) q Speedometer The speedometer indicates the speed ofthe vehicle. q Odometer, Trip Meter and TripMeter Selector The display mode can be changedbetween trip meter A and trip meter B bypressing the selector while one of them isdisplayed. The selected mode will bedisplayed. Trip mete...

Black plate (184,1) For instance, trip meter A can record thedistance from the point of origin, and tripmeter B can record the distance fromwhere the fuel tank is filled. When trip meter A is selected, pressingthe selector again within one second willchange to trip meter B mode. When trip meter A is...

Black plate (185,1) CAUTION Driving with an overheated enginecan cause serious engine damage(page 7-18). q Fuel Gauge The fuel gauge shows approximately howmuch fuel is in the tank. We recommendkeeping the tank over 1/4 full. When thelow fuel warning light illuminates orwhen the needle is near E, re...

Black plate (186,1) q Dashboard Illumination When the exterior lights are on, rotate theknob to adjust the brightness of thedashboard lights. Dim Bright 5-38 Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators MX-5_8X49-EA-07F_Edition2 Page186Monday, June 25 2007 11:18 AM Form No.8X49-EA-07F

Black plate (187,1) Warning/Indicator Lights Warning/Indicator lights will appear in any of the highlighted areas Signal Warning/Indicator Lights Page Brake System Warning Light 5-41 Charging System Warning Light 5-42 Check Engine Light 5-42 ABS Warning Light 5-41 Air Bag/Seat Belt Pretensioner Syst...

Black plate (190,1) NOTE When the engine is jump-started to charge thebattery, uneven rpm occurs and the ABSwarning light comes on. This is due to a weakbattery, not a malfunction.Recharge the battery. q Electronic Brake ForceDistribution System Warning í If the electronic brake force distributionco...

Black plate (191,1) If this light comes on while driving, thevehicle may have a problem. It isimportant to note the driving conditionswhen the light came on and consult anAuthorized Mazda Dealer. The check engine light may come on inthe following cases: l The fuel tank level being very low orapproac...

Black plate (193,1) Driver seated/Passenger seated The seat belt warning function remindsthe passenger to fasten the seat beltaccording to the chart below. Condition Vehicle speed Between 0 ― 20 km/h (0 ― 12 mph) 20 km/h (12 mph) or more Seat belt(Driver) Seat belt(Passenger) Indicator Beep : Fasten...

Black plate (196,1) If the warning light illuminates again evenafter the tire pressures are adjusted, theremay be a tire puncture. Warning light flashes When the warning light flashes, there maybe a system malfunction. Consult anAuthorized Mazda Dealer. q Flat Tire Warning Light í This warning light...

Black plate (197,1) When flashing l Under the following conditions, theKEY warning light (red) flashes toinform the driver that the start knobwill not rotate to the ACC positioneven if it is pushed in from the LOCKposition. l The advanced key battery is dead. l The advanced key is not withinoperatio...

Black plate (198,1) The light stops flashing when the ignitionswitch is turned to the ON position withthe correct ignition key.At this time, the immobilizer system isdisarmed and the light illuminates forabout 3 seconds and then goes out. If the engine doesn't start with the correctignition key, and...

Black plate (199,1) q TCS/DSC Indicator Light í This indicator light stays on for a fewseconds when the ignition switch is turnedto the ON position. If the TCS or DSC isoperating, the indicator light flashes. If the light stays on, the TCS or DSC mayhave a malfunction and they may notoperate correct...

Black plate (200,1) Cruise Set Indicator Light (Green) The indicator light illuminates green whena cruising speed has been set. q Turn-Signal/Hazard WarningIndicator Lights When operating the turn signal lights, theleft or right turn signal indicator lightflashes to indicate which turn signal lighti...

Black plate (202,1) Lighting Control q Headlights To turn on the lights, turn the headlightswitch on the end of the control lever. Switch Position Headlights Off Off On TaillightsParking lightsLicense lightsSide-marker lightsDashboardillumination Off On On NOTE To prevent discharging the battery, do...

Black plate (203,1) q Headlight High-Low Beam Push the lever forward for high beam.Pull back to original position for lowbeam. High beam Low beam q Flashing the Headlights To flash the headlights, pull the lever fullytoward you. The headlight switch doesnot need to be on, and the lever will returnto...

Black plate (204,1) Turn and Lane-ChangeSignals q Turn Signal Move the signal lever down (for a leftturn) or up (for a right turn) to the stopposition. The signal will self-cancel afterthe turn is completed. If the indicator light continues to flashafter a turn, manually return the lever toits origi...

Black plate (205,1) Windshield Wipers andWasher The ignition switch must be in the ONposition. WARNING Use only windshield washer fluid orplain water in the reservoir: Using radiator antifreeze as washerfluid is dangerous. If sprayed on thewindshield, it will dirty thewindshield, affect your visibil...

Black plate (206,1) If the washer doesn't work, inspect thefluid level (page 8-26). If it's OK, consultan Authorized Mazda Dealer. Rear Window Defroster The rear window defroster clears frost,fog, and thin ice from the rear window. The ignition switch must be in the ONposition. Press the switch to t...

Black plate (207,1) Horn To sound the horn, press the mark on the steering wheel. Hazard Warning Flasher The hazard warning lights should alwaysbe used when you stop on or near aroadway in an emergency. The hazard warning lights warn otherdrivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazardand that they mu...

Black plate (209,1) 6 Interior Comfort Use of various features for drive comfort, including air-conditioning and audiosystem. Climate Control System ............................................................... 6-2 Operating Tips .......................................................................

Black plate (210,1) Operating Tips q Operating the Climate ControlSystem Operate the climate control system withthe engine running. NOTE To prevent the battery from being discharged,do not leave the fan control dial on for a longperiod of time with the ignition switch in theACC position when the eng...

Black plate (211,1) Vent Operation Button q Adjusting the Vents Directing airflow You can direct air flow by rotating the vent. Opening/closing vents The two outside vents can be opened and closed with center button. NOTE When using the air conditioner, mist may come out from the vents. This is not ...

Black plate (212,1) q Selecting the Airflow Mode You will feel more comfortable by using the OPEN MODE when opening the roof. Dashboard Vents Floor Vents Defroster and Floor Vents Defroster Vents Dashboard Vents (OPEN MODE) Dashboard and Floor Vents (OPEN MODE) Floor Vents (OPEN MODE) 6-4 Interior C...

Black plate (213,1) Control Panel í Mode selector dial Temperature control dial Fan control dial Air intake selector A/C switch q Control Switches Temperature control dial Hot Cold This dial controls temperature. Turn itclockwise for hot and counterclockwisefor cold. Fan control dial Slow Fast Turn ...

Black plate (215,1) WARNING Do not use the recirculated air mode incold or rainy weather: Using the recirculated air mode incold or rainy weather is dangerous asit will cause the windows to fog up.Your vision will be hampered, whichcould lead to a serious accident. q Heating 1. Set the mode selector...

Black plate (216,1) q Ventilation 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 ...

Black plate (217,1) Antenna q Detachable Type To remove the antenna, turn itcounterclockwise.To install the antenna, turn it clockwise.Make sure the antenna is securelyinstalled. Remove Install CAUTION To prevent damage to the antenna,remove it before entering a car washfacility or passing beneath a...

Black plate (218,1) q Radio Reception AM characteristics AM signals bend around such things asbuildings or mountains and bounce off theionosphere. Therefore, they can reachlonger distances than FM signals. Becauseof this, two stations may sometimes bepicked up on the same frequency at thesame time. ...

Black plate (220,1) q Operating Tips for CD Player/In-Dash CD Changer Condensation phenomenon Immediately after turning on the heaterwhen the vehicle is cold, the CD oroptical components (prism and lens) in theCD player/In-dash CD changer maybecome clouded with condensation. Atthis time, the CD will...

Black plate (221,1) l A new CD may have rough edges onits inner and outer perimeters. If a discwith rough edges is used, propersetting will not be possible and the CDplayer/In-dash CD changer will notplay the CD. In addition, the disc maynot eject resulting in a malfunction.Remove the rough edges in...

Black plate (223,1) q Operating tips for MP3 NOTE Supply of this product only conveys a licensefor private, non-commercial use and does notconvey a license nor imply any right to use thisproduct in any commercial (i.e. revenue-generating) real time broadcasting (terrestrial,satellite, cable and/or a...

Black plate (224,1) About folders and files l The order of hierarchy for MP3 filesand folders during playback or otherfunctions is from shallow to deep. Thearrangement and playing order of arecorded disc containing MP3 files isas follows: l File numberA numerical file number is assignedto each file ...

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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 yourvehicle is equipped with. CD Player In-Dash CD Changer (non-MP3 compatible) Illustration is of a representative audio unit. In-dash CD Changer (MP3 compatible) Power/Volume/Sound Controls ......

Black plate (229,1) *2 *2 Bose Sound System-equipped model *1 If your vehicle is not equipped with rear speakers, adjust the power/volume dial so the level is even. *2 Depending on the mode selected, the indication changes. 2. Turn the audio control dial to adjust the selected functions as follows: ...

Black plate (230,1) The following seven modes are available.Select the desired mode according to use. Mode Use Volume 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 ...

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 theignition switch is in the ACC or ONposition. 1. To adjust the time, pull up the clock/ display switch for about 2 seconds untila beep...

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 ( ) to turn the radio on. Band selection Successively ...

Black plate (238,1) q Operating the Compact Disc (CD) Player í Load button CD slot Display CD play button CD eject button Track up/down switch Repeat button Random button Scan/Auto memory switch Fast-forward/Reverse switch Type Playable data Music CD player(non-MP3 compatible) · Music data (CD-DA) I...

Black plate (240,1) q Operating the In-Dash CD Changer í Disc down/Folder down button Load button CD slot Display CD play button Channel preset buttons CD eject button Track up/down switch Clock/Display switch Disc up/Folder up button Repeat button Random button Scan/Auto memory switch Fast-forward/...

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 clearthe 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 er...

Black plate (246,1) Audio Control SwitchOperation (Steering Wheel) í When the audio unit is turned on,operation of the audio unit from thesteering wheel is possible. NOTE Because the audio unit will be turned off underthe following conditions, the switches will beinoperable. l When the ignition swit...

Black plate (247,1) NOTE CD, CD changer, and SIRIUS digital satelliteradio modes cannot be selected in thefollowing cases: l SIRIUS digital satellite radio unit is notequipped 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 sw...

Black plate (248,1) Safety Certification This CD player is made and tested to meet exacting safety standards. It meets FCCrequirements and complies with safety performance standards of the U.S. Department ofHealth and Human Services. CAUTION Ø This CD player should not be adjusted or repaired by any...

Black plate (249,1) Sunvisors When you need a sunvisor, lower it foruse in front. q Vanity Mirrors To use the vanity mirror, lower thesunvisor. Interior Lights q Overhead Light Switch Position Overhead Light Light off Light is on when any door is open Light on q Trunk Light Switch Position Trunk Lig...

Black plate (250,1) Cup Holder WARNING Never use a cup holder to hold hotliquids while the vehicle is moving: Using a cup holder to hold hot liquidswhile the vehicle is moving isdangerous. If the contents spill, youcould be scalded. Do not put anything other than cups ordrink cans in cup holders: Pu...

Black plate (251,1) Storage Compartments WARNING Keep storage boxes closed whendriving: Driving with the storage boxes openis dangerous. To reduce thepossibility of injury in an accident ora sudden stop, keep the storageboxes closed when driving. CAUTION Do not leave lighters or eyeglasses inthe sto...

Black plate (252,1) 3. If your vehicle has a lid, pull the latch to open. When finished, return the seat to itsoriginal position and secure it. Afterreturning the seat to its original position,make sure the seat is secured byattempting to lightly move it forward andbackward. CAUTION Do not store exc...

Black plate (253,1) Windblocker This windblocker reduces rear wind blastinto the cabin when driving with theconvertible top down.To use the windblocker, lift it upright. Interior Comfort Interior Equipment 6-45 MX-5_8X49-EA-07F_Edition2 Page253Monday, June 25 2007 11:19 AM Form No.8X49-EA-07F

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 should alwaysbe used when you stop on or near aroadway in an emergency. The hazard warning lights warn otherdrivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazardand that they must take extreme cautionwhen near it. Depress the hazard warni...

Black plate (257,1) Flat Tire í Either run-flat tires or conventional tiresare equipped on your Mazda dependingon the specification, therefore theprocedure for repairing a flat tire differsdepending on the type of tire. Beforedriving, make sure which type of tire isequipped on your Mazda. If you can...

Black plate (258,1) Maximum vehicle speed with apunctured run-flat tire: 90 km/h (55mph)Maximum driving distance with apunctured rum-flat tire: 80 km (49miles) CAUTION The maximum driving distance maybe shorter depending on the drivingconditions. If a run-flat tire is punctured, carefullydrive the v...

Black plate (259,1) Tool Storage Tools are stored in the locations illustrated in the diagram. Towing/Tiedown eyelet Power retractable hardtop emergency tool bag Tool bag rope Glove box Lug wrench Jack Jack Lever eyebolt hexagonal wrench Some models. Instant Mobility System (IMS) Emergency Flat Tire...

Black plate (260,1) q Jack To remove the jack 1. Turn the knob and remove the cover. 2. Turn the wing bolt and jack screw counterclockwise. Wing bolt Jack screw To secure the jack 1. Insert the wing bolt into the jack with the jack screw pointing back and turnthe wing bolt clockwise to temporarilyti...

Black plate (262,1) NOTE l The tire sealant cannot be reused. Purchasenew tire sealant at an Authorized MazdaDealer. l The emergency flat tire repair kit cannot beused in the following cases.Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. l The period of effective use for the tiresealant has expired. (The perio...

Black plate (263,1) NOTE The tire sealant can be used at outsidetemperatures down to _ 30°C. In extremely cold temperatures (0°C (32°F) orbelow), the tire sealant hardens easily andinjection of the sealant will be difficult. Warmthe sealant inside the vehicle before doing theinjection work. 6. Remov...

Black plate (264,1) 10. Hold the bottom of the bottle upright, squeeze the bottle with your hands,and inject the entire amount of tiresealant into the tire. Valve NOTE The tire sealant cannot be reused. Purchase anew tire sealant kit at an Authorized MazdaDealer. 11. Pull out the injection hose from...

Black plate (265,1) 14. Install the compressor hose to the tire valve. Valve Compressor hose 15. Insert the compressor plug into the interior accessory socket and turn theignition switch to the ACC position(page 6-44). Compressor plug Center console Compressor CAUTION Ø Before pulling out the compre...

Black plate (266,1) 18. Install the tire valve cap. 19. Put the emergency flat tire repair kit in the trunk and continue driving. CAUTION Ø Drive carefully to an AuthorizedMazda Dealer and keep thevehicle speed below 80 km/h (50mph). Ø If the vehicle is driven 80 km/h (50mph) or higher, the vehicle ...

Black plate (267,1) Changing a Tire WARNING Be sure to follow the directions forchanging a tire, and never get under avehicle that is supported only by a jack: Changing a tire is dangerous if notdone properly. The vehicle can slip offthe jack and seriously injuresomeone. Never allow anyone inside a ...

Black plate (268,1) q Removing a Tire 1. Loosen the lug nuts by turning them counterclockwise one turn each, butdon't remove any until the tire has beenraised off the ground. 2. Place the jack under the jacking position closest to the tire beingchanged. Jacking position WARNING Use only the front an...

Black plate (269,1) 4. Turn the jack handle clockwise and raise the vehicle high enough so thatthe tire can be installed. Beforeremoving the lug nuts, make sure yourMazda is firmly in position and that itcannot slip or move. 5. Remove the lug nuts by turning them counterclockwise, then remove thewhe...

Black plate (270,1) To install the nut 1. Place the key on top of the nut, and be sure to hold the key square to it. If youhold the key at an angle, you maydamage both key and nut. Don't use apower impact wrench. 2. Place the lug wrench on top of the key, apply pressure, and turn it clockwise. q Mou...

Black plate (271,1) If you're unsure of how tight the nutsshould be, have them inspected at anAuthorized Mazda Dealer. Nut tightening torque N·m (kgf·m, ft·lbf) 88 ― 118 (9 ― 12, 65 ― 87) WARNING Always securely and correctly tightenthe lug nuts: Improperly or loosely tightened lugnuts are dangerous...

Black plate (272,1) Overheating If the temperature gauge indicatesoverheating, the vehicle loses power, oryou hear a loud knocking or pingingnoise, the engine is probably too hot. WARNING Turn off the ignition switch and make sure the fan is not running beforeattempting to work near the coolingfan: ...

Black plate (274,1) Starting a Flooded Engine If the engine fails to start, it may beflooded (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 tothe LOCK position, wait 10 secondsand try again. 2. Depress the accele...

Black plate (275,1) Jump-Starting Jump-starting is dangerous if done incorrectly. So follow the procedure carefully. If youfeel unsure about jump-starting, we strongly recommend that you have a competent servicetechnician do the work. WARNING Follow These Precautions Carefully: To ensure safe and co...

Black plate (278,1) NOTE l Before installing the battery cover, makesure both of the cables connecting thenegative battery terminal (right side ofbattery) are connected with the cablesrouted toward the right and back of thebattery as shown in the figure. l Verify that the covers are securely install...

Black plate (279,1) Towing Description We recommend that towing be done onlyby an Authorized Mazda Dealer or acommercial tow-truck service. Proper lifting and towing are necessary toprevent damage to the vehicle.Government and local laws must befollowed. A towed vehicle usually should have itsdrive ...

Black plate (280,1) Tiedown Hooks CAUTION Don't use the tiedown hooks underthe front and rear for towing.They are designed ONLY for tyingdown the vehicle when it's beingtransported. Using them for towingwill damage the bumper. q Tiedown Hooks 1. Remove the tiedown eyelet, lug wrench, and jack lever ...

Black plate (281,1) 4. Hook the tying rope to the tiedown eyelet. Front Rear CAUTION If the tiedown eyelet is not securelytightened, it may loosen or disengagefrom the bumper when tying downthe vehicle. Make sure that thetiedown eyelet is securely tightenedto the bumper. Recreational Towing An examp...

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

Black plate (284,1) Introduction Be extremely careful and prevent injury to yourself and others or damage to your vehiclewhen using this manual for inspection and maintenance. If you're unsure about any procedure it describes, we strongly urge you to have a reliableand qualified service shop perform...

Black plate (285,1) Scheduled Maintenance (North America) Follow Schedule 1 if the vehicle is operated mainly where none of the following conditionsapply. l Repeated short-distance driving l Driving in dusty conditions l Driving with extended use of brakes l Driving in areas where salt or other corr...

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 12...

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 clearanc...

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 recommendedintervals. l As the result of visual examination or functional measurement of a system's operation(performance), correct, cle...

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 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 160 ×1000 miles 6.25 12.5 18.75 25 31.25 37.5 43.75 50 56.25 62.5 68.75 ...

Black plate (300,1) Owner Maintenance Schedule The owner or a qualified service technician should make these vehicle inspections at theindicated intervals to ensure safe and dependable operation. Bring any problem to the attention of an Authorized Mazda Dealer or qualified servicetechnician as soon ...

Black plate (301,1) Owner Maintenance Precautions Improper or incomplete service may result in problems. This section gives instructions onlyfor items that are easy to perform. As explained in the Introduction (page 8-2), several procedures can be done only by aqualified service technician with spec...

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) Washer fluid reservoir Cooling system cap Battery Engine coolant reservoir Power steering fluid cap Air filter Fuse block 8-20...

Black plate (303,1) Engine Oil NOTE Changing the engine oil should be done by anAuthorized Mazda Dealer. q Recommended Oil Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil. Oil container labels provide importantinformation.A chief contribution this type of oil makesto fuel economy is reducing the amount offuel necessary to...

Black plate (304,1) The quality designation SM, or ILSACmust 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. Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature. 3. Turn it off and wait at lea...

Black plate (305,1) Engine Coolant q Inspecting Coolant Level WARNING Do not use a match or live flame in theengine compartment. DO NOT ADDCOOLANT WHEN THE ENGINE IS HOT: A hot engine is dangerous. If theengine has been running, parts of theengine compartment can becomevery hot. You could be burned....

Black plate (308,1) Power Steering Fluid q Inspecting Power Steering FluidLevel CAUTION To avoid damage to the powersteering pump, don't operate thevehicle for long periods when thepower steering fluid level is low. NOTE Use specified power steering fluid (page 10-4). Inspect the fluid level in the ...

Black plate (309,1) Inspect fluid level in the washer fluidreservoir; add fluid if necessary. Use plain water if washer fluid isunavailable.But use only washer fluid in cold weatherto prevent it from freezing. Body Lubrication All moving points of the body, such asdoor and hood hinges and locks, sho...

Black plate (310,1) Wiper Blades CAUTION Ø Hot waxes applied by automaticcar washers have been known toaffect the wiper's ability to cleanwindows. Ø To prevent damage to the wiperblades, don't use gasoline,kerosene, paint thinner, or othersolvents on or near them. Contamination of either the windshi...

Black plate (311,1) 3. Remove the metal stiffeners from each blade rubber and install them in thenew blade. CAUTION Ø Don't bend or discard thestiffeners. You need to use themagain. Ø If the metal stiffeners areswitched, the blade's wipingefficiency could be reduced.So don't use the driver's side me...

Black plate (312,1) Battery WARNING Wash hands after handling the battery and related accessories: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds,chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Read the following precautions careful...

Black plate (314,1) NOTE l Remove the rubber hose first, and thenbattery cover before performing batterymaintenance. Battery cover Rubber hose l Before installing the battery cover, makesure both of the cables connecting thenegative battery terminal (right side ofbattery) are connected with the cabl...

Black plate (315,1) Tires For reasons of proper performance, safety,and better fuel economy, always maintainrecommended tire inflation pressures andstay within the recommended load limitsand weight distribution. WARNING Using Different Tire Types: Driving your vehicle with differenttypes of tires is...

Black plate (316,1) q Tire Rotation To equalize tread wear, rotate the tires ifirregular wear develops. According to thescheduled maintenance charts.Refer toScheduled Maintenance on page 8-3.During rotation, inspect them for correctbalance. NOTE Because your vehicle is not equipped with aspare tire,...

Black plate (317,1) NOTE (With Tire Pressure Monitoring System) l When tires with steel wire reinforcement inthe sidewalls are used, the system may notfunction correctly even with a genuinewheel.Refer to System Error Activation on page5-31. l Be sure to install the tire pressure sensorswhenever tire...

Black plate (319,1) Light Bulbs High-mount brake light License plate lights Trunk light Reverse lights Rear turn signal lights Brake lights / Taillights Side-marker lights Overhead light Head lights (High beam) Parking light Front fog lights Headlights (Low beam) Front turn signal lights Side-marker...

Black plate (320,1) WARNING Do not replace the xenon fusion bulbsyourself: Replacing the xenon fusion bulbsyourself is dangerous. Because thexenon fusion bulbs require highvoltage, you could receive an electricshock if the bulbs are handledincorrectly. Consult an AuthorizedMazda Dealer when the repl...

Black plate (325,1) Brake lights/Taillights, Rear turn signallights, Reverse lights 1. Pull the center section of the plastic retainers and remove them, thenremove the trunk end trim. Removal Installation 2. On the side the bulb is to be replaced, pull the center section of the plasticretainers and ...

Black plate (326,1) q Replacing Interior Light Bulbs Overhead light 1. Wrap a flathead screwdriver with a soft cloth to prevent damage to the trim andgently insert it in the overhead light asshown in the figure, and then removethe cover. 2. Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out. 3. Install the new b...

Black plate (327,1) Fuses Your vehicle's electrical system isprotected by fuses. If any lights, accessories, or controls don'twork, inspect the appropriate circuitprotector. If a fuse has blown, the insideelement will be melted. If the same fuse blows again, avoid usingthat system and consult an Aut...

Black plate (329,1) q Fuse Panel Description Fuse block (Engine compartment) DESCRIPTION FUSE RATING PROTECTED COMPONENT 1 FAN 30 A Cooling fan 2 FAN 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 ofvarious ci...

Black plate (332,1) How to MinimizeEnvironmental Paint Damage The paintwork on your Mazda representsthe latest technical developments incomposition and methods of application. Environmental hazards, however, canharm the paint's protective properties, ifproper care is not taken. Here are some example...

Black plate (333,1) q Water Marks Occurrence Rain, fog, dew, and even tap water cancontain harmful minerals such as salt andlime. If moisture containing theseminerals settles on the vehicle andevaporates, the minerals will concentrateand harden to form white rings. The ringscan damage your vehicle's...

Black plate (334,1) Exterior Care Follow all label and container directions when using a chemical cleaner or polish.Read all warnings and cautions. q Maintaining the Finish Washing To help protect the finish from rust anddeterioration, wash your Mazdathoroughly and frequently, at least once amonth, ...

Black plate (335,1) After washing the vehicle, dry it with aclean chamois to prevent water spots fromforming. WARNING Dry wet brakes by driving very slowlyand applying the brakes lightly untilbrake performance is normal: Driving with wet brakes isdangerous. Increased stoppingdistance or the vehicle ...

Black plate (336,1) q Underbody Maintenance Road chemicals and salt used for ice andsnow removal and solvents used for dustcontrol may collect on the underbody. Ifnot removed, they will speed up rustingand deterioration of such underbody partsas fuel lines, frame, floor pan, and exhaustsystem, even ...

Black plate (337,1) 4. Wipe it as dry as you can before the water dries on it. 5. Then allow it to dry completely before lowering it. CAUTION Ø Automatic and high-pressure carwashes are harmful to aconvertible top. Avoid them. Ø Don't spray water directly on thearea where the window glass andthe con...

Black plate (338,1) Interior Care q Dashboard Precautions Prevent caustic solutions such as perfumeand cosmetic oils from contacting thedashboard. 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 contai...

Black plate (339,1) WARNING Have an Authorized Mazda Dealerreplace damaged seat beltsimmediately: Using damaged seat belts isdangerous. In a collision, damagedbelts cannot provide adequateprotection. q Cleaning the Window Interiors If the windows become covered with anoily, greasy, or waxy film, cle...

Black plate (342,1) Customer Assistance (U.S.A.) Your complete and permanent satisfaction is our business. We are here to serve you. AllAuthorized Mazda Dealers have the knowledge and the tools to keep your Mazda vehiclein top condition.If you have any questions or recommendations for improvement re...

Black plate (346,1) CAMVAP is fully implemented in all provinces and territories.Consumers wishing to obtain further information about the Program should contact theProvincial Administrator at 1 (800) 207-0685, or by contacting theCanadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan Office at: Canadian Motor Veh...

Black plate (348,1) Customer Assistance (Mexico) Your complete and permanent satisfaction is our business. We are here to serve you. AllAuthorized Mazda Dealers have the knowledge and the tools to keep your Mazda vehiclein top condition.If you have any questions or recommendations for improvement re...

Black plate (349,1) In order to serve you efficiently and effectively, please help us by providing the followinginformation: 1. Your name, address, and telephone number2. Year and model of vehicle3. Vehicle Identification Number (17 digits, noted on your registration or title or located on the upper...

Black plate (350,1) Importer/Distributor q U.S.A. Mazda North American Operations 7755 Irvine Center DriveIrvine, CA 92618-2922 U.S.A.P.O. Box 19734Irvine, 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 Voge...

Black plate (351,1) Triple J Saipan, Inc. (d.b.a. Triple J Motors) P.O. Box 500487 Saipan, MP 96950-0487TEL: (670) 234-7133/3051 q AMERICAN SAMOA Polynesia Motors, Inc. P.O. Box 1120, Pago Pago, AmericanSamoa 96799TEL: (684) 699-9347 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Mazda Importer/D...

Black plate (352,1) Warranties for Your Mazda l New Vehicle Limited Warranty l Distributor Major Component Limited Warranty (Canada only) l Safety Restraint System Limited Warranty l Anti-perforation Limited Warranty l Federal Emission Control Warranty (U.S.A. only) l Emission Defect Warranty l Emis...

Black plate (353,1) Outside the United States and Canada Government regulations in the United States and Canada require that automobiles meetspecific emission regulations and safety standards. Therefore, vehicles built for use in theUnited States, its territories, and Canada may differ from those so...

Black plate (354,1) Outside the United States Government regulations in the United States require that automobiles meet specificemission regulations and safety standards. Therefore, vehicles built for use in the UnitedStates may differ from those sold in other countries. The differences may make it ...

Black plate (355,1) Outside Canada Government regulations in Canada require that automobiles meet specific emissionregulations and safety regulations. Therefore, vehicles built for use in Canada may differfrom those sold in other countries. The differences may make it difficult or even impossible fo...

Black plate (358,1) Cell Phones Warning WARNING Please comply with the legal regulations concerning the use of communicationequipment in vehicles in your country: Use of any electrical devices such as cell phones, computers, portable radios, vehiclenavigation or other devices by the driver while the...

Black plate (359,1) Type Approval of Equipment (Mexico) Immobilizer system Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Type Approval of Equipment 9-19 MX-5_8X49-EA-07F_Edition2 Page359Monday, June 25 2007 11:20 AM Form No.8X49-EA-07F

Black plate (360,1) Keyless entry system 9-20 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Type Approval of Equipment MX-5_8X49-EA-07F_Edition2 Page360Monday, June 25 2007 11:20 AM Form No.8X49-EA-07F

Black plate (361,1) Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS) This information relates to the tire grading system developed by the U.S. NationalHighway Traffic Safety Administration for grading tires by tread wear, traction, andtemperature performance. q Tread Wear The tread wear grade is a compar...

Black plate (362,1) WARNING Keep your vehicle's tires properly inflated and not overloaded: Driving with improperly inflated or overloaded tires is dangerous. Excessive speed,underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can causeheat buildup and possible tire failure. T...

Black plate (363,1) Tire Labeling Federal law requires tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall ofall tires. This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tireand also provides a tire identification number for safety standard certificati...

Black plate (367,1) q Information on Temporary Tires Please refer to the diagram below. 1. Temporary tires 2. Nominal width of tire in millimeters 3. Ratio of height to width (aspect ratio) 4. Diagonal 5. Rim diameter code 6. Load index&speed symbol T115/70D 16 90M is an example of a tire size a...

Black plate (369,1) Location of the Tire Label (Placard) You will find the tire label containing tire inflation pressure by tire size and other importantinformation on the driver's side B-pillar or on the edge of the driver's door frame. SAMPLE q Recommended Tire Inflation Pressure On the tire label...

Black plate (370,1) WARNING Always check the tire inflation pressures on a regular basis according to therecommended tire inflation pressure on the tire label and in conjunction with theinformation in this owner's manual: Driving your vehicle with under-inflated tires is dangerous.Under-inflation is...

Black plate (371,1) q Glossary of Terms Tire Placard: A label indicating the OE tire sizes, recommended inflation pressure, and the maximum weight the vehicle can carry. Tire Identification Number (TIN): A number on the sidewall of each tire providing information about the tire brand and manufacturi...

Black plate (372,1) Tire Maintenance Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wear abnormally. Here aresome important maintenance points: q Tire Inflation Pressure Inspect all tire pressure monthly (including the spare) when the tires are cold. Maintainrecommended pressures for ...

Black plate (373,1) CAUTION Rotate unidirectional tires and radial tires that have an asymmetrical tread patternor studs only from front to rear, not from side to side. Tire performance will beweakened if rotated from side to side. (With limited-slip differential) Don't use the following: Ø Tires no...

Black plate (374,1) q Safety Practices The way you drive has a great deal to do with your tire mileage and safety. So cultivategood driving habits for your own benefit. l Observe posted speed limits l Avoid fast starts, stops and turns l Avoid potholes and objects on the road l Do no run over curbs ...

Black plate (375,1) Vehicle Loading WARNING Do not taw a trailer with this vehicle: Towing a trailer with this vehicle is dangerous because it has not been designed totow a trailer and doing so will affect the drive system which could result in vehicledamage. This section will guide you in the prope...

Black plate (376,1) Base Curb Weight is the weight of the vehicle including a full tank of fuel and allstandard equipment. It does not include passengers, cargo, or optional equipment. Vehicle Curb Weight is the weight of your new vehicle when you picked it up from your dealer plus any aftermarket e...

Black plate (377,1) SAMPLE CARGO Cargo Weight includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load or king pin weight is also part ofcargo weight. The cargo weight limit decreases depending on the number of vehicle occupants. The...

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 wei...

Black plate (379,1) SAMPLE WARNING Exceeding Axle Weight Rating Limits: Exceeding the Safety Certification Label axle weight rating limits is dangerous andcould result in death or serious injury as a result of substandard vehicle handling,performance, engine, transmission and/or structural damage, s...

Black plate (380,1) GCW GCW (Gross Combination Weight) is the weight of the loaded vehicle (GVW) plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer. GCWR (Gross Combination Weight Rating) is the maximum allowable weight of the vehicle and the loaded trailer - including all cargo and passengers - that the v...

Black plate (381,1) WARNING Exceeding GVWR or GAWR Specifications: Exceeding the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certification label is dangerous.Exceeding any vehicle rating limitation could result in a serious accident, injury, ordamage to the vehicle.Do not use replacement tires with lower load...

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 pass...

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 couldcause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National HighwayTraffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mazda MotorCorporation (Your M...

Black plate (385,1) Service Publications Factory-authorized Mazda service publications are available for owners who wish to dosome of their own maintenance and repair. When requesting any of our publications through an Authorized Mazda Dealer, refer to thechart below. If they don't have what you nee...

Black plate (387,1) 10 Specifications Technical information about your Mazda. Identification Numbers ............................................................... 10-2 Vehicle Information Labels ..................................................... 10-2 Specifications ................................

Black plate (388,1) Vehicle Information Labels q Vehicle Identification Number The vehicle identification number legallyidentifies your vehicle. The number is ona plate attached to the cowl panel locatedon the left corner of the dashboard. Thisplate can easily be seen through thewindshield. q Motor ...

Black plate (389,1) q Engine Number Forward Identification Numbers 10-3 MX-5_8X49-EA-07F_Edition2 Page389Monday, June 25 2007 11:20 AM Form No.8X49-EA-07F

Black plate (390,1) Specifications q Engine Item Specification Type 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...

Black plate (395,1) 11 Index 11-1 MX-5_8X49-EA-07F_Edition2 Page395Monday, June 25 2007 11:20 AM Form No.8X49-EA-07F

©2007 Mazda Motor Corporation Printed in Japan May 2007(Print1) Before Use Getting started Routing Address Book Volume Adjustment If necessary Preparation NAVIGATION SYSTEM See page for specific information. See page for specific information. See page for specific information. Immediate use Advanced...

2 Bef ore Use Navigation Set Up RDM-T MC If necessary Rear Vie w Mo nito r Accessories Please contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer if you are missing the following accessory. l Map Disc CAUTION:THIS PRODUCT IS A CLASS I LASER PRODUCT.HOWEVER THIS PRODUCT USES A VISIBLE/INVISIBLE LASER BEAM WHICH COULD...

4 Bef ore Use Navigation Set Up RDM-T MC If necessary Rear Vie w Mo nito r Contents Preparation n Before UseAccessories ........................................................................................ 2Laser products: .............................................................................

5 Bef ore Use If necessary Rear Vie w Mo nito r Advanced use n Address Book l Address Book ................................................................................ 46 (Memory Point Storage), (Memory Point Confirmation and Modification), (Preset Destinations or Home storage), (Memory Point De...

6 Bef ore Use Navigation Set Up RDM-T MC If necessary Rear Vie w Mo nito r Safety Information n Read this owner’s manual for your Navigation System carefully before using the system. It contains instructions about how to use the system in a safe and effective manner. Mazda assumes no responsibility ...

8 Bef ore Use Navigation Set Up RDM-T MC If necessary Rear Vie w Mo nito r Introduction n Extremely low or high temperatures may interfere with normal operation The inside of the vehicle can become very hot or cold when it is parked for extended periods in direct sunlight or in cold places with the ...

10 Bef ore Use Navigation Set Up RDM-T MC If necessary Rear Vie w Mo nito r Names and Functions Z C ( RET key Returns to the previous screen. VOICE key l Initiates vocal guidance for route maneuvers. l Adjusts screen quality. ( page 28) P D E ll M D ( ZOOM RET VOICE POS ENTER MENU Joystick l Selects...

11 Bef ore Use If necessary Rear Vie w Mo nito r Switching the Display Mode ZOOM key Changes the map scale. ( page 29) POS (Position) key Displays your current position. ENTER key l Executes a selected item. l Displays pop up menu. MENU key Displays menu. ( page 16) ZOOM POS ENTER MENU DIM key Switc...

12 Bef ore Use Navigation Set Up RDM-T MC If necessary Rear Vie w Mo nito r Names and Functions MENU key Displays menu. ( page 16) MENU VOICE key l Initiates vocal guidance for route maneuvers. l Adjusts screen quality. ( page 28) VOICE Mazda RX-8 1%>(%C2%:-C)%FSSO4EKI8YIWHE]%TVMP41

14 Routing Ad dress Book Getting star ted Activation Insert the map disc into the unit to start the Mobile Navigation System. Note l The map disc cannot be inserted or ejected while the ignition switch is in the OFF position. l Remember that the battery can run down if the ignition switch is kept in...

15 Getting star ted l The Current Position screen appears. Note l You can select the language by select and press . You can also change the selected language using Language Selection. ( page 22) l The CAUTION screen remains on the display unless you select and press . When the ignition switch is in ...

16 Routing Ad dress Book Getting star ted Menu Menu appears when pressing . MENU Destination Entry and Route Search ( page 30) Address Book ( page 46) Cancel Guidance ( page 41) Route Options ( page 42) Volume ( page 50) Set Clock ( page 17) Navigation Set Up ( page 18) 1%>(%C2%:-C)%FSSO4EKI8YIWH...

17 Getting star ted Set Clock The current time is set using this function. Since time notification is provided by a GPS satellite. Before Steps select MENU ENTER ENTER Open the [SET CLOCK] screen Select if you prefer 24-hour display; for 12-hour display. Select to move the setting ahead by one hour,...

18 Routing Ad dress Book Getting star ted Navigation Set Up l You can alter the map display conditions, the route guidance conditions and show the system information. n Stop your vehicle before the following operations. Do not change the settings and destination locations while driving. Minimize the...

19 Getting star ted Navigation Set Up Before 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 Auto : The display will automatically switch between Day and Night illumination mode when the hea...

20 Routing Ad dress Book Getting star ted Navigation 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 displayed until reaching the destination or a way point can be set as an estimated arrival time or the rem...

21 Getting star ted Navigation Set Up This function allows you set the categories on the area displayed when the (Point of Interest) menu is selected on the map. Quick POI enables you store up to six different kinds of categories which you use most regularly. 1 select 2 select Quick POI Selection ME...

22 Routing Ad dress Book Getting star ted Navigation Set Up You can change the language of the menu and the voice guidance. Before Steps select select Language MENU ENTER ENTER ENTER ENTER Open the [LANGUAGE] screen Select your preferred language from the list. 1%>(%C2%:-C)%FSSO4EKI8YIWHE]%TVMP41

23 Getting star ted Navigation Set Up Before Steps select select Map Configuration MENU ENTER ENTER ENTER ENTER Open the [MAPCONFIGURATION] screen n Map Screen Select single or dual map display. n Turn Guidance Turn Arrow (on first screen) While using route guidance, the directions for the next junc...

24 Routing Ad dress Book Getting star ted Navigation Set Up This function allows you to correct any error in the position or direction of your vehicle display. Before Steps select Adjusting Current Position and Direction select Open the [Calibrate Position] screen Move to the correct position and se...

25 Getting star ted select . h you are urrent omplete. Map Version The map and software version numbers can be confirmed using this function. select Map and software versions are now displayed. ENTER ENTER ENTER NTER ENTER ENTER 1%>(%C2%:-C)%FSSO4EKI8YIWHE]%TVMP41

26 Routing Ad dress Book Getting star ted Navigation Set Up This function replaces all the settings in the mobile navigation system with the initial default settings. [Default List] Before Steps select select Item Initial condition Menu names Map Orientation North up Map display mode Single-screen d...

27 Getting star ted Screen Names and Functions Screens Before Setting Route (1) Map Orientation control ( page 29) (2) GPS (Global Positioning System) marker ( page 52) (3) Clock Clock will be displayed when you set up Clock on Navigation Set Up On. (4) Vehicle marker Shows the current position and ...

28 Routing Ad dress Book Getting star ted Display Menu screen will be shown when you press (DISP) and hold. Note Display Menu screen will be disappeared when they have been unused during a few seconds. n Adjusting the screen quality l Adjusts the screen brightnessSelect "ADJ", and then "...

29 Getting star ted Screen change n Do not keep your eyes 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 voice guidance while driving. Operatin...

30 Bef ore Use Getting star ted Routing Destination Entry and Route Search l You can set the destination using various methods provided by the system. Before Steps select Change (Change Search Area) Address MENU ENTER Open the [DESTINATION ENTRY] Menu Select Select the desi : ID, OR, WA, : CA, NV : ...

34 Bef ore Use Getting star ted Routing Destination Entry 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 ...

36 Bef ore Use Getting star ted Routing Destination Entry and Route Search Before Steps select Memory Point Home Preset Destination Previous Destination Intersection Freeway On/Off Ramp Coordinates Select from map MENU ENTER Open the [DESTINATION ENTRY] Menu Select Select Select Select the desi Sele...

38 Bef ore Use Getting star ted Routing Quick POI l You can select one of the Six Categories on the menu or List Categories and then select the POI(s) to be displayed on the map. Before Steps Select Displaying POI(s) on a Map LocalSearch DeletingPOIMarkers Before Steps Displaying POI(s) on a Map ( a...

39 Bef ore Use Getting star ted Routing Character Entry To enter the street name, city name, and other. To enter the house phonenumber, and other. Select the first several characters on the screen. (Step 1) Select your target in the list. l If a desired name is not in the list, go back to Step 1, an...

40 Bef ore Use Getting star ted Routing Direct Destination Input DirectDestinationInput SelectingRoute 1 Position the cursor on your 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 dis...

41 Bef ore Use Getting star ted Routing POI Icons on Maps / Delete Destination n POI (Point of Interest) Icons The following are POI icons shown on maps. Restaurant All restaurants American Chinese Continental Fast Food French Italian Japanese Mexican Seafood Thai Other Restaurants Shopping Grocery ...

42 Bef ore Use Getting star ted Routing Route Options l During route guidance you can change the route options, stop or check the route. Before Steps select RoutePreferences Modificationof Destination or Way Point Positions Deletion of Destination or Way Points Detour Turn List MENU ENTER Open the [...

50 Bef ore Use Getting star ted Routing Ad dress Book V o lume Adjustment Volume Adjustment You can adjust the volume control for the voice guidance. Before Steps select MENU ENTER ENTER Open the [VOLUME] screen 1 Select the appropriate button to set the volume between (minimum) and (maximum). :Soun...

51 Bef ore Use Getting star ted Routing Ad dress Book V o ice Rec ogn ition If necessar y Precautions/System Performance Voice 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...

52 Bef ore Use Getting star ted Routing Ad dress Book Voic e Recogn ition If necessar y GPS is a position detecting system utilizing the signals from GPS satellites deployed by the U.S. Department of Defense. The Mobile Navigation System uses input from three or more satellites and calculates the ve...

53 Bef ore Use Getting star ted Routing Ad dress Book V o ice Rec ogn ition If necessar y Precautions/System Performance In the following situations, your vehicle position may not be displayed correctly on the map. But, as you keep driving, your vehicle position will be automatically corrected utili...

54 Bef ore Use Getting star ted Routing Ad dress Book Voic e Recogn ition If necessar y Although you may encounter the following problems 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 always pay attention t...

55 Bef ore Use Getting star ted Routing Ad dress Book V o ice Rec ogn ition If necessar y Troubleshooting Note There may be some problems due to operational errors or mistakes. Please read this manual again and verify that there really is a problem before calling an Expert Dealer, we recommend an Au...

57 Bef ore Use Getting star ted Routing Ad dress Book V o ice Rec ogn ition If necessar y Troubleshooting Please insert a MAP DVD. l The disc is not installed. Check if the disk is installed. If installed, check if the installed disk is correct. MAP DVD-Read Error l The disc is wet, dirty, scratched...

58 Bef ore Use Getting star ted Routing Ad dress Book Voic e Recogn ition If necessar y Maintenance n Cleaning this product Use a dry, soft cloth to wipe it. n Cautions for cleaning Never use solvents such as benzene and thinners, they could mar the surface of the unit. n Map disc If you require the...