MAZDA MODEL MX-5 RF 2017 Owners Manual (in English)

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When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
*Some models.
NOTE
  When the illumination dimmer is
cancelled, the instrument cluster
cannot be dimmed even if the
position lights are turned on.
  When the illumination dimmer is
cancelled, the screen in the centre
display switches to constant display
of the daytime screen.
Outside Temperature Display
(Without Multi-information
Display)
When the ignition is switched ON, the
outside temperature is displayed.
NOTE
Under the following conditions, the
outside temperature display may differ
from the actual outside temperature
depending on the surroundings and
vehicle conditions:
 


 Signi¿ cantly cold or hot
temperatures.
 


 Sudden changes in outside
temperature.
 


 The vehicle is parked.



 The vehicle is driven at low speeds.
Changing the Temperature Unit of the
Outside Temperature Display (Vehicles
with Type B/C)
The outside temperature unit can be
switched between Celsius and Fahrenheit.
Settings can be changed by operating the
centre display screen.
Refer to Personalisation Features on page
9-10 .
NOTE
When the temperature unit indicated
in the outside temperature display is
changed, the temperature unit indicated
in the engine coolant gauge display
changes in conjunction with it.
Outside Temperature Warning
*
When the outside temperature is low, the
indicationÀ ashes and a beep sound is
heard to warn the driver of the possibility
of icy roads.
If the outside temperature is lower than
about 4 °C (39 °F), the outside temperature
display and the
mark À ashes for about
ten seconds and a beep sound is heard
once.
NOTE
If the outside temperature is lower than
-20 °C (-4 °F), the beep sound does not
operate. However, the
mark
illuminates.
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When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
*Some models.
Adjustable Speed Limiter Display
(Without Multi-information
Display)
*
The setting status of the adjustable speed
limiter is displayed.
Cruise Control Set Vehicle Speed
Display (Without Multi-
information Display)
*
The vehicle speed preset using the cruise
control is displayed.
(European model)
(Except European model)
Trip Computer and INFO Switch
(Without Multi-information
Display)
The following information can be selected
by pressing the INFO switch with the
ignition switched ON.
 


 Approximate distance you can travel on
the available fuel
 


 Average fuel economy



 Current fuel economy



 Average vehicle speed



 Vehicle speed alarm *
If you have any problems with your trip
computer, consult an expert repairer, we
recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
Distance-to-empty mode
This mode displays the approximate
distance you can travel on the remaining
fuel based on the fuel economy.
The distance-to-empty will be calculated
and displayed every second.
(European model)
(Except European model)
NOTE
  Even though the distance-to-empty
display may indicate a suf¿ cient
amount of remaining driving distance
before refuelling is required, refuel
as soon as possible if the fuel level
is very low or the low fuel warning
light illuminates.
  The display may not change unless
you add more than approximately 9 L
(2.3 US gal, 1.9 Imp gal) of fuel.
  The distance-to-empty is the
approximate remaining distance
the vehicle can be driven until all
the graduation marks in the fuel
gauge (indicating the remaining fuel
supply) disappear.
  If there is no past fuel economy
information such as after ¿ rst
purchasing your vehicle or the
information is deleted when the
battery leads are disconnected, the
actual distance-to empty/range may
differ from the amount indicated.
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When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
*Some models.
Average fuel economy mode
This mode displays the average fuel
economy by calculating the total fuel
consumption and the total travelled
distance since purchasing the vehicle, re-
connecting the battery after disconnection,
or resetting the data. The average fuel
economy is calculated and displayed every
minute.
(European model)
(Except European model)
To clear the data being displayed, press the
INFO switch for more than 1.5 seconds.
After pressing the INFO switch, - - - L/100
km (- - - mpg) will be displayed for about
1 minute before the fuel economy is
recalculated and displayed.
Current fuel economy mode
This mode displays the current fuel
economy by calculating the amount of fuel
consumption and the distance travelled.
Current fuel economy will be calculated
and displayed every 2 seconds.
(European model)
(Except European model)
When you've slowed to about 5 km/h (3
mph), - - - L/100 km (- - - mpg) will be
displayed.
Average vehicle speed mode
This mode displays the average vehicle
speed by calculating the distance and the
time travelled since connecting the battery
or resetting the data.
Average vehicle speed will be calculated
and displayed every 10 seconds.
(European model)
(Except European model)
To clear the data being displayed, press the
INFO switch for more than 1.5 seconds.
After pressing the INFO switch, - - - km/h
(- - - mph) will be displayed for about
1 minute before the vehicle speed is
recalculated and displayed.
Vehicle speed alarm mode
*
In this mode, the current setting for the
vehicle speed alarm is displayed. You can
change the vehicle speed setting at which
the warning is triggered.
NOTE
The vehicle speed alarm display is
activated at the same time the beep
sound is heard. The set vehicle speed
À ashes several times.
The vehicle speed alarm can be set using
the INFO switch.
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When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
NOTE
  Always set the vehicle speed
according to the laws and regulations
of the country/city in which the
vehicle is driven. In addition, always
verify the speed of the vehicle using
the speedometer.
  The vehicle speed alarm function can
be set between 30 and 250 km/h (20
and 150 mph).
The vehicle speed alarm can be set using
the following procedure.
1. Press the INFO switch to display the
vehicle speed alarm mode.
2. Press the INFO switch continuously
until a beep sound is heard.
The set vehicle speed display À ashes
the third digit (hundredths place).
3. Press the INFO switch and set the third
digit (hundredths place) to the desired
vehicle speed.
The numerical value changes each time
the INFO switch is pressed.
4. Press the INFO switch continuously
until a beep sound is heard.
The set vehicle speed display À ashes
the lower two digits (tenths and ones
place).
5. Press the INFO switch and set the two
lower digits (tenths and ones place) to
the desired vehicle speed.
The numerical value changes each time
the INFO switch is pressed. 6. Press the INFO switch continuously
until a beep sound is heard.
The set vehicle speed is displayed on
the vehicle speed alarm screen.
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When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
*Some models.
Multi-information Display and INFO Switch *
INFO switch Multi-information Display
The multi-information display indicates the following information.
 


 Odometer



 Trip meter



 Engine coolant temperature gauge



 Fuel gauge



 Outside temperature



 Distance-to-empty



 Average fuel economy



 Current fuel economy



 Maintenance Monitor



 Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) Display



 Cruise Control Display



 Adjustable Speed Limiter Display



 Compass Display



 Vehicle Speed Alarm



 Roof Operation Display



 Warning message
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When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
The screen content changes each time the INFO switch is pressed.
Press the INFO switchPress the INFO switch Press the INFO switchPress the INFO switch
Press the INFO switch Engine Coolant
Temperature Gauge,
Maintenance Monitor,
Outside Temperature,
Odometer, Fuel GaugeEngine Coolant
Temperature Gauge,
Compass,
Distance-to-empty,
Outside Temperature,
Odometer, Fuel Gauge Warning message,
Outside
Temperature,
Odometer, Fuel
Gauge Engine Coolant
Temperature Gauge,
Trip Meter A, Average
Fuel Economy, Current
Fuel Economy, Outside
Temperature,
Odometer, Fuel Gauge
Engine Coolant
Temperature Gauge,
Trip Meter B, Average
Fuel Economy, Current
Fuel Economy, Outside
Temperature,
Odometer, Fuel Gauge*1
*2
*1: Displayed only when a warning occurs.
*2: Displayed only while vehicle is being driven.
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When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
Odometer, Trip Meter and Trip
Meter Selector
The odometer is constantly displayed on
the screen when the ignition is switched
ON, and the TRIP A or TRIP B screen
can be displayed by operating the INFO
switch.
Press the INFO switchINFO switch
Trip meter A,
Odometer
Trip meter B,
Odometer
Odometer
The odometer records the total distance
the vehicle has been driven.
Trip meter
The driving distance for a speci¿ ed
interval is indicated. Two types (TRIP
A, TRIP B) of interval distance and the
average fuel economy for each can be
measured.
For instance, trip meter A can record the
distance from the point of origin, and
trip meter B can record the distance from
where the fuel tank is ¿ lled.
When trip meter A is selected, TRIP A
will be displayed. When trip meter B is
selected, TRIP B will be displayed.
The trip meter and average fuel economy
can be reset by pressing the INFO switch
for 1.5 second or more while in each
mode.
NOTE
  Only the trip meters record tenths of
kilometres (miles).
  The trip record will be erased when:




 The power supply is interrupted
(blown fuse or the battery is
disconnected).
 


 The vehicle is driven over 1999
km (mile).
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When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge
Displays the engine coolant temperature.
The blue gauge indicates that the engine
coolant temperature is low, and the red
gauge indicates that the engine coolant
temperature is high and overheating.
CAUTION
If the high engine coolant temperature
warning light (red) turns on, there is
a possibility of overheating. Park the
vehicle in a safe place immediately and
take appropriate measures. If the vehicle
continues to be driven, it could cause
damage to the engine.
Refer to Overheating on page 7-24 .
NOTE
  The temperature unit (Centigrade/
Fahrenheit) of the engine coolant
gauge display changes in conjunction
with the temperature unit of the
outside temperature display.
 Refer to Personalisation Features on
page 9-10 .
  During normal driving, the engine
coolant temperature stabilizes at 100
°C (210 °F) or less, and the gauge
indicates a range lower than 100 °C
(210 °F).
  If the engine load increases and the
engine coolant temperature exceeds
100 °C (210 °F), the gauge indicates
the engine coolant temperature.
Fuel Gauge
The fuel gauge shows approximately
how much fuel is remaining in the tank
when the ignition is switched ON. We
recommend keeping the tank over 1/4 full.
Full
1/4 Full
Empty
If the fuel level is low, ( ) and ( ) turn an
amber colour. Refuel as soon as possible.
Refer to Taking Action on page 7-41 .
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When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
*Some models.
NOTE
  After refuelling, it may require some
time for the indicator to stabilize. In
addition, the indicator may deviate
while driving on a slope or curve
since the fuel moves in the tank.
  The display indicating a quarter
or less remaining fuel has more
segments to show the remaining fuel
level in greater detail.
  The direction of the arrow ( )
indicates that the fuel-¿ ller À ap is on
the left side of the vehicle.
Outside Temperature Display
When the ignition is switched ON, the
outside temperature is displayed.
NOTE
Under the following conditions, the
outside temperature display may differ
from the actual outside temperature
depending on the surroundings and
vehicle conditions:
 


 Signi¿ cantly cold or hot
temperatures.
 


 Sudden changes in outside
temperature.
 


 The vehicle is parked.



 The vehicle is driven at low speeds.
Changing the Temperature Unit of the
Outside Temperature Display (Vehicles
with Type B/C)
The outside temperature unit can be
switched between Celsius and Fahrenheit.
Settings can be changed by operating the
centre display screen.
Refer to Personalisation Features on page
9-10 .
NOTE
When the temperature unit indicated
in the outside temperature display is
changed, the temperature unit indicated
in the engine coolant gauge display
changes in conjunction with it.
Outside Temperature Warning
*
When the outside temperature is low, the
indicationÀ ashes and a beep sound is
heard to warn the driver of the possibility
of icy roads.
If the outside temperature is lower than
about 4 °C (39 °F), the outside temperature
display and the
mark À ashes for about
ten seconds and a beep sound is heard
once.
NOTE
If the outside temperature is lower than
-20 °C (-4 °F), the beep sound does not
operate. However, the
mark
illuminates.
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When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
Distance-to-empty
This displays the approximate distance
you can travel on the remaining fuel based
on the fuel economy.
The distance-to-empty will be calculated
and displayed every second.
NOTE
  Even though the distance-to-empty
display may indicate a suf¿ cient
amount of remaining driving distance
before refuelling is required, refuel
as soon as possible if the fuel level
is very low or the low fuel warning
light illuminates.
  The display will not change unless
you add more than approximately 9 L
(2.3 US gal, 1.9 Imp gal) of fuel.
  The distance-to-empty is the
approximate remaining distance the
vehicle can be driven until all the
graduation marks in the fuel gauge
indicating the remaining fuel supply
disappear.
  If there is no past fuel economy
information such as after ¿ rst
purchasing your vehicle or the
information is deleted when the
battery leads are disconnected, the
actual distance-to empty/range may
differ from the amount indicated.
Average Fuel Economy
This mode displays the average fuel
economy by calculating the total fuel
consumption and the total travelled
distance since purchasing the vehicle, re-
connecting the battery after disconnection,
or resetting the data.
The average fuel economy is calculated
and displayed every minute.
To clear the data being displayed, press the
INFO switch for more than 1.5 seconds.
After pressing the INFO switch, - - - L/100
km (- - - mpg) will be displayed for about
1 minute before the fuel economy is
recalculated and displayed.
Current Fuel Economy
This displays the current fuel economy
by calculating the amount of fuel
consumption and the distance travelled.
Current fuel economy will be calculated
and displayed every two seconds.
When you've slowed to about 5 km/h (3
mph), - - - L/100 km (- - - mpg) will be
displayed.
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