automatic transmission MAZDA MODEL MX-5 2016 Smart Start Guide (in English)
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HILL LAUNCH ASSIST (HLA)
HL A helps assist you when accelerating the vehicle from a stop while on  
a hill or slope. 
When the brake pedal is released and the accelerator pedal is pushed,   
HL A prevents the vehicle from rolling forward or backward. It operates on   
a downward slope when the shift lever is in the reverse (R) position, and on 
an upward slope when the shift lever is in a position other than the reverse 
(R) position.
NOTE: The HL A system will hold the vehicle for a maximum of 2.0 seconds while 
the driver is changing from the brake pedal to the accelerator pedal.
Transmission
ACTIVE ADAPTIVE SHIFT (AAS) CONTROL
A AS will automatically adjust how and when the transmission shifts gears 
based on road conditions and your driving style.
The transmission may stay in a lower gear longer than usual when going up or 
down hills or driving around corners. This feature gives you better control and 
a more connected driving experience.
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Customer Delivery Checklist
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE: 
When replacing or topping off engine oil, use Mazda Genuine oil. For optimal engine performance, 
use SAE 0W-20 engine oil. Please consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for additional information.
  Driver’s View ........................ 1
 • Location of Switches and Control
 Advanced Keyless Entry* .......... 3
 • Door Request Switch*
 Starting the Engine ................. 4
 • Accelerated Warm-Up System (AWS)
  • Emergency Engine Stop
 Tire Pressure Monitor System .... 5
 •  Initialize TPMS before delivery
 Fuel Fill er Lid ........................ 6
 Fuel Economy .......................6
 Cupholders and Storage .......... 6
 Information Display ................ 7
 Seats and Mirrors .................. 8
 Mazda Connect* .................... 9
 Mazda Connect Settings* ........10
 Commander ........................ 11
 Voice Control* ......................12
  Bluetooth®* ......................... 13
 •  Pair Phone
  •  Make/Receive Call
  • Customer Service  
 Navigation System* ...............15
 •   Planning a Route
  •   SD  Card
 SALES CONSULTANT DAT ECUSTOMER DAT E
All items in the Customer Deliver y Checklist have been reviewed with the   
customer and the first maintenance appointment has been scheduled:
Signed copy must be placed in dealer jacket.
VEHICLE PRESENTATION:  
Refer to the Smart Start Guide during presentation
ESSENTIAL INFORMATION
SAFET Y & TECHNOLOGY INFO
GENERAL INFO
  Convertible Top  ............17-19
 • Manual Convertible Top
  • Convertible Top Maintenance
   Lane Departure   
Warning System (LDWS)* ........ 20
  Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)* ... 21
 Rear Cross Traffic Alert* ......... 22
  Lights ............................... 23
 Wiper/Washer ......................24
  Adaptive Front   
Lighting System (AFS)* ........... 25
 High Beam Control* ............... 26
 Audio Controls ..................... 27
 •   Bluetooth  Audio
  Audio USB & AUX Inputs ......... 29
 Automatic Climate Control* ......30
 Instrument Cluster ................ 31
 •  Review of Warning and Indicator 
Light Function and Location
 Transmission ....................... 33
*if equipped
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