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

4–14 0
When Driving
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
*Some models.
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (Vehicle with
Conventional Tyres)
*
The Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) monitors the air pressure of all four tyres. If
the air pressure of one or more tyres is too low, the system warns the driver by indicating the
tyre pressure monitoring system warning light in the instrument cluster and operating a beep
sound. The system monitors the tyre pressures indirectly using the data sent from the ABS
wheel speed sensors.
To allow the system to operate correctly, the system needs to be initialized with the speci¿ ed
tyre pressure (value on the tyre pressure label). Follow the procedure and perform the
initialization.
Refer to Tyre Pressure Monitoring System Initialization on page 4-143 .
The warning light À ashes when the system has a malfunction.
Refer to Warning Indication/Warning Lights on page 4-42 .
ABS wheel speed sensor
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When Driving
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
CAUTION
  Each tyre, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold
and inÀ ated to the inÀ ation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the
vehicle placard or tyre inÀ ation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tyres of a different
size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tyre inÀ ation pressure label, you
should determine the proper tyre inÀ ation pressure for those tyres.)
 As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tyre pressure
monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tyre pressure telltale when one or
more of your tyres is signi¿ cantly under-inÀ ated. Accordingly, when the low tyre
pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tyres as soon as possible,
and inÀ ate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a signi¿ cantly under-inÀ ated tyre
causes the tyre to overheat and can lead to tyre failure. Under-inÀ ation also reduces
fuel ef¿ ciency and tyre tread life, and may affect the vehicle's handling and stopping
ability.
 Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tyre maintenance, and it is the
driver's responsibility to maintain correct tyre pressure, even if under-inÀ ation has not
reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tyre pressure telltale.
 Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate
when the system is not operating properly.
 The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tyre pressure telltale.
When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will À ash for approximately
one minute and then remain continuously illuminated. This sequence will continue
upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists. When the
malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal
low tyre pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons,
including the installation of replacement or alternate tyres or wheels on the vehicle that
prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction
telltale after replacing one or more tyres or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the
replacement or alternate tyres and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function
properly.
  To avoid false readings, the system samples for a little while before indicating a
problem. As a result it will not instantaneously register a rapid tyre deÀ ation or blow
out.
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4–14 4
When Driving
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
*Some models.
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (Vehicle with Run-À at
Ty r e s )
*
The Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) monitors the pressure for each tyre.
If tyre pressure is too low in one or more tyres, the system will inform the driver via the
warning light in the instrument cluster and by the warning beep sound.
Refer to Warning Indication/Warning Lights on page 4-42 .
Refer to Tyre InÀ ation Pressure Warning Beep on page 7-53 .
The tyre pressure sensors installed on each wheel send tyre pressure data by radio signal to
the receiver unit in the vehicle.
Tyre pressure sensors
NOTE
When the ambient temperature is low due to seasonal changes, tyre temperatures are also
lower. When the tyre temperature decreases, the air pressure decreases as well. The TPMS
warning light may illuminate more frequently. Visually inspect the tyres daily before
driving, and check tyre pressures monthly with a tyre pressure gauge. When checking tyre
pressures, use of a digital tyre pressure gauge is recommended.
TPMS does not alleviate your need to check the pressure and condition of all four tyres
regularly.
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4–14 5
When Driving
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
CAUTION
  Each tyre, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold
and inÀ ated to the inÀ ation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the
vehicle placard or tyre inÀ ation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tyres of a different
size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tyre inÀ ation pressure label, you
should determine the proper tyre inÀ ation pressure for those tyres.)
 As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tyre pressure
monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tyre pressure telltale when one or
more of your tyres is signi¿ cantly under-inÀ ated. Accordingly, when the low tyre
pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tyres as soon as possible,
and inÀ ate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a signi¿ cantly under-inÀ ated tyre
causes the tyre to overheat and can lead to tyre failure. Under-inÀ ation also reduces
fuel ef¿ ciency and tyre tread life, and may affect the vehicle's handling and stopping
ability.
 Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tyre maintenance, and it is the
driver's responsibility to maintain correct tyre pressure, even if under-inÀ ation has not
reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tyre pressure telltale.
 Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate
when the system is not operating properly.
 The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tyre pressure telltale.
When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will À ash for approximately
one minute and then remain continuously illuminated. This sequence will continue
upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists. When the
malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal
low tyre pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons,
including the installation of replacement or alternate tyres or wheels on the vehicle that
prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction
telltale after replacing one or more tyres or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the
replacement or alternate tyres and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function
properly.
  To avoid false readings, the system samples for a little while before indicating a
problem. As a result it will not instantaneously register a rapid tyre deÀ ation or blow
out.
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4–14 6
When Driving
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
System Error Activation
When the TPMS warning light À ashes,
there may be a system malfunction.
Consult an Authorised Mazda Dealer.
A system error activation may occur in the
following cases:
 


 When there is equipment or a device
near the vehicle using the same radio
frequency as that of the tyre pressure
sensors.
 


 When a metallic device such as a non-
genuine navigation system is equipped
near the centre of the instrument panel,
which may block radio signals from the
tyre pressure sensor to the receiver unit.
 


 When using the following devices in the
vehicle that may cause radio interference
with the receiver unit.
 

 
 A digital device such as a personal
computer.
 

 
 A current converter device such as a
DC-AC converter.
 


 When excess snow or ice adheres to the
vehicle, especially around the wheels.
 


 When the tyre pressure sensor batteries
are exhausted.
 


 When using a wheel with no tyre
pressure sensor installed.
 


 When using tyres with steel wire
reinforcement in the side walls.
 


 When using tyre chains.
Tyres and Wheels
CAUTION
When inspecting or adjusting the tyre air
pressures, do not apply excessive force
to the stem part of the wheel unit. The
stem part could be damaged.
Changing tyres and wheels
The following procedure allows the TPMS
to recognise a tyre pressure sensor's
unique ID signal code whenever tyres or
wheels are changed, such as changing to
and from winter tyres.
NOTE
Each tyre pressure sensor has a unique
ID signal code. The signal code must be
registered with the TPMS before it can
work. The easiest way to do it is to have
an Authorised Mazda Dealer change
your tyre and complete ID signal code
registration.
When having tyres changed at an
Authorised Mazda Dealer
When an Authorised Mazda Dealer
changes your vehicle's tyres, they will
complete the tyre pressure sensor ID signal
code registration.
When changing tyres yourself
If you or someone else changes tyres, you
or someone else can also undertake the
steps for the TPMS to complete the ID
signal code registration.
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6–5
Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
*5 If the vehicle is operated primarily under any of the following conditions, replace the engine oil and oil ¿ lter at
every 10,000 km (6,250 miles) or shorter.
a) Purpose of vehicle use is police car, taxi or driving school car.
b) Driving in dusty conditions
c) Extended periods of idling or low speed operation
d) Driving for long period in cold temperatures or driving regularly at short distance only
e) Driving in extremely hot conditions
f) Driving in mountainous conditions continually
*6 Use of FL-22 is recommended when replacing engine coolant. Using engine coolant other than FL-22 may
cause serious damage to the engine and cooling system.
*7 Inspect the battery electrolyte level, speci¿ c gravity and outer appearance. The sealed battery only requires an
outer appearance inspection.
*8 If the brakes are used extensively (for example, continuous hard driving or mountain driving) or if the vehicle
is operated in extremely humid climates, replace the brake À uid annually.
*9 If this component has been submerged in water, the oil should be replaced.
*10 Tyre rotation is recommended every 10,000 km (6,250 miles).
*11 The Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) initialization must be performed so that the system operates
normally (if equipped).
*12 Check the tyre repair À uid expiration date every year when performing the periodic maintenance. Replace the
tyre repair À uid bottle with new one before the expiration date.
Except Europe
I s r a e l
Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometres, whichever comes ¿ rst
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144
×1000 km 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120 135 150 165 180
Spark plugs Replace every 120,000 km or 6 years.
Fuel ¿ lter Replace every 135,000 km.
Evaporative system (if installed) I I I
Fuel lines and hoses
I I
I
I I
I
Drive belts
*1 I I I I I I I I I I I I
Engine oil & oil ¿ lter *2 R R R R R R R R R R R R
Air ¿ lter *3 C C C R C C C R C C C R
Cooling system I I I I I I
Engine coolant
*4 Replace at ¿ rst 195,000 km or 10 years; after that, every
90,000 km or 5 years.
Battery
*5 I I I I I I I I I I I I
Brake lines, hoses and connections I I I I I I I I I I I I
Brake À uid
*6 I R I R I R I R I R I R
Parking brake I I I I I I I I I I I I
Power brake unit (Brake booster) and hoses I I I I I I I I I I I I
Disc brakes I I I I I I I I I I I I
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6–7
Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
*6 If the brakes are used extensively (for example, continuous hard driving or mountain driving) or if the vehicle is
operated in extremely humid climates, replace the brake À uid annually.
*7 If this component has been submerged in water, the oil should be replaced.
*8 The Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) initialization must be performed so that the system operates
normally (if equipped).
*9 Check the tyre repair À uid expiration date every year when performing the periodic maintenance. Replace the
tyre repair À uid bottle with new one before the expiration date.
Except Israel
Maintenance
Interval Number of months or kilometres (miles), whichever comes ¿ rst.
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 75 81.25 87.5 93.75 100
Fuel ¿ lter Replace every 60,000 km (37,500 miles).
Spark plugs *1 Replace every 120,000 km (75,000 miles).
Evaporative system (if installed) I I I I I I I I
Drive belts
*2 I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I
Engine oil
*3
Except
below
countries R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R
Georgia/
Armenia/
Cambodia Replace every 5,000 km (3,125 miles) or 6 months.
Engine oil ¿ lter
*3
Except
below
countries R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R
Georgia/
Armenia/
Cambodia Replace every 10,000 km (6,250 miles) or 1 year.
Cooling system I I I I I I I I
Engine coolant
*4 Replace at ¿ rst 200,000 km (125,000 miles) or 10 years; after that, every
100,000 km (62,500 miles) or 5 years.
Air ¿ lter
*5
Except
below
countries C C R C C R C C
Georgia/
Armenia C R C R C R C R
Fuel lines and hoses I I I I I I I I
Battery
*6 I I I I I I I I
Brake lines, hoses and connections I I I I I I I I
Brake À uid
*7 I I I R I I I R I I I R I I I R
Parking brake I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I
Power brake unit (Brake booster)
and hoses I I I I I I I I
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6–9
Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
*3 If the vehicle is operated primarily under any of the following conditions, replace the engine oil and oil ¿ lter
more often than the recommended intervals.
a) Purpose of vehicle use is police car, taxi or driving school car.
b) Driving in dusty conditions
c) Extended periods of idling or low speed operation
d) Driving for long period in cold temperatures or driving regularly at short distance only
e) Driving in extremely hot conditions
f) Driving in mountainous conditions continually
*4 Use of FL-22 is recommended when replacing engine coolant. Using engine coolant other than FL-22 may
cause serious damage to the engine and cooling system.
*5 If the vehicle is operated in very dusty or sandy areas, clean and if necessary, replace the air ¿ lter more often
than the recommended intervals.
*6 Inspect the battery electrolyte level, speci¿ c gravity and outer appearance. If the vehicle is operated in
extremely hot and cold areas, inspect the battery electrolyte level, speci¿ c gravity and appearance every 10,000
km (6,250 miles) or 6 months. The sealed battery only requires an outer appearance inspection.
*7 If the brakes are used extensively (for example, continuous hard driving or mountain driving) or if the vehicle
is operated in extremely humid climates, replace the brake À uid annually.
*8 If this component has been submerged in water, the oil should be replaced.
*9 The Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) initialization must be performed so that the system operates
normally (if equipped).
*10 Check the tyre repair À uid expiration date every year when performing the periodic maintenance. Replace the
tyre repair À uid bottle with new one before the expiration date.
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7–37
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
*Some models.
Signal Warning
(Flashing)
Tyre Pressure
Monitoring System
Warning Light
*
Vehicle with conventional tyres
If the tyre pressure monitoring system has a malfunction, the tyre pressure warning
lightÀ ashes for about 1 minute when the ignition is switched ON and then continues
illuminating. Have your vehicle checked by an expert repairer, we recommend an
Authorised Mazda Repairer as soon as possible.
Vehicle with run-À at tyres
If the tyre pressure monitoring system has a malfunction, the tyre pressure warning light
À ashes. Have your vehicle checked by an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised
Mazda Repairer as soon as possible.
WARNING
If the tyre pressure monitoring system warning light illuminates or À ashes, or the tyre
pressure warning beep sound is heard, decrease vehicle speed immediately and avoid
sudden manoeuvring and braking:
If the tyre pressure monitoring system warning light illuminates or À ashes, or the
tyre pressure warning beep sound is heard, it is dangerous to drive the vehicle at high
speeds, or perform sudden manoeuvring or braking. Vehicle drivability could worsen
and result in an accident.
To determine if you have a slow leak or a À at, pull over to a safe position where you
can check the visual condition of the tyre and determine if you have enough air
to proceed to a place where air may be added and the system monitored again by
an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer or a tyre repair
station.
Do not ignore the TPMS Warning Light:
Ignoring the TPMS warning light is dangerous, even if you know why it is
illuminated. Have the problem taken care of as soon as possible before it develops
into a more serious situation that could lead to tyre failure and a dangerous accident.
FLAT TIRE
Warning Light *
If a run-À at tyre is punctured, the FLAT TIRE warning light illuminates in the instrument
cluster, and a beep sound is heard for about 30 seconds.
Carefully drive the vehicle to the nearest Mazda repair shop immediately and have the À at
tyre replaced.
Refer to Vehicle with Run-À at Tyres on page 7-3 .
WARNING
Have the tyres checked or perform the appropriate repair as soon as possible by an
expert repairer, we recommend an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised
Mazda Repairer:
When the À at tyre warning light illuminates or the tyre pressure warning beep
sound is heard, it is dangerous to drive the vehicle at high speeds, or perform sudden
manoeuvring or braking. Vehicle drivability could worsen and result in an accident.
When the À at tyre warning light illuminates or the tyre pressure warning beep sound
is heard, decrease vehicle speed immediately and avoid sudden manoeuvring and
braking.
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7–43
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
*Some models.
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light (Illuminate) *
Take the appropriate action and verify that the warning light turns off.
Vehicle with conventional tyres
Warning Action to be taken
When the warning light illuminates, and the warning
beep sound is heard (about 3 seconds), tyre pressure is
too low in one or more tyres.
WARNING
If the tyre pressure monitoring system warning
light illuminates or À ashes, or the tyre pressure
warning beep sound is heard, decrease vehicle
speed immediately and avoid sudden manoeuvring
and braking:
If the tyre pressure monitoring system warning
light illuminates or À ashes, or the tyre pressure
warning beep sound is heard, it is dangerous to
drive the vehicle at high speeds, or perform sudden
manoeuvring or braking. Vehicle drivability could
worsen and result in an accident.
To determine if you have a slow leak or a À at, pull
over to a safe position where you can check the
visual condition of the tyre and determine if you
have enough air to proceed to a place where air
may be added and the system monitored again by
an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised
Mazda Repairer or a tyre repair station.
Do not ignore the TPMS Warning Light:
Ignoring the TPMS warning light is dangerous,
even if you know why it is illuminated. Have the
problem taken care of as soon as possible before it
develops into a more serious situation that could
lead to tyre failure and a dangerous accident. Inspect the tyres and adjust to the speci¿ ed inÀ ation
pressure (page 6-34 ).
NOTE
Perform tyre pressure adjustment when the tyres
are cold. Tyre pressure will vary according to the
tyre temperature, therefore let the vehicle stand
for 1 hour or only drive it 1.6 km (1 mile) or less
before adjusting the tyre pressures. When pressure
is adjusted on hot tyres to the cold inÀ ation
pressure, the TPMS warning light/beep may turn
on after the tyres cool and pressure drops below
speci¿ cation.
Also, an illuminated TPMS warning light,
resulting from the tyre air pressure dropping due to
cold ambient temperature will remain illuminated
even if the ambient temperature rises. In this
case, it will also be necessary to adjust the tyre air
pressures. If the TPMS warning light illuminates
due to a drop in tyre air pressure, make sure to
check and adjust the tyre air pressures.
Tyres lose air naturally over time and the TPMS
cannot tell if the tyres are getting too soft over
time or you have a À at. However, when you ¿ nd
one low tyre in a set of four-that is an indication
of trouble; you should have someone drive the
vehicle slowly forward so you can inspect any low
tyre for cuts and any metal objects sticking through
tread or sidewall. Put a few drops of water in the
valve stem to see if it bubbles indicating a bad
valve. Leaks need to be addressed by more than
simply reinÀ ating the tyre as leaks are dangerous
— take it to an expert repairer, we recommend an
Authorised Mazda Repairer.
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