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

2–7
Essential Safety Equipment
Seats
CAUTION
Do not use organic solvents to clean the
seat. It may damage the seat surface and
the heater.
NOTE
  If the ignition is switched off while
the seat warmer is operating (High,
Mid or Low) and then switched
ON again, the seat warmer will
automatically operate at the
temperature set before switching off
the ignition.
  Use the seat warmer when the engine
is running. Leaving the seat warmer
on for long periods with the engine
not running could cause the battery
power to be depleted.
  The temperature of the seat warmer
cannot be adjusted beyond High, Mid
and Low because the seat warmer is
controlled by a thermostat.
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2–53
Essential Safety Equipment
Active Bonnet
*Some models.
Active Bonnet precautions *
In the unlikely event that the vehicle were to hit a pedestrian and a certain amount of impact
is applied to the front of the vehicle, impact to the head of the pedestrian if it were to hit the
bonnet is lessened by the rear area of the bonnet raising instantly to maintain a wide space
between it and the parts in the engine compartment. If the sensor installed to the back of the
front bumper detects a certain amount of impact by a collision with a pedestrian or other
obstruction while the vehicle is being driven at a speed suf¿ cient to activate the system, the
system is activated and the bonnet is raised.
Actuator
Actuator
SensorActive bonnet warning light
Electronic control unit
WARNING
If the active bonnet has activated, always consult an expert repairer, we recommend an
Authorised Mazda Repairer.
If the bonnet release handle is pulled after the active bonnet has activated, the bonnet
will rise even further. If the vehicle is driven with the bonnet raised it will obstruct
visibility and could result in an accident. In addition, do not attempt to push the bonnet
back down. Otherwise, it could deform the bonnet or cause injury because the activated
bonnet cannot be lowered manually. Before driving the vehicle to an expert repairer, we
recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer after the active bonnet has activated, make
sure that the raised bonnet does not obstruct vision and drive the vehicle at a low speed.
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3–1*Some models.3–1
3Before Driving
Use of various features, including keys, doors, mirrors and windows.
Keys ...................................................... 3-2
Keys ............................................... 3-2
Keyless Entry System .................... 3-3
Advanced Keyless Entry System ....... 3-9
Advanced Keyless Entry
System
* ........................................... 3-9
Operational Range ....................... 3-10
Doors and Locks ................................ 3-11
Door Locks ................................... 3-11
Boot Lid ....................................... 3-21
Fuel and Emission ............................. 3-24
Fuel and Engine Exhaust
Precautions ................................... 3-24
Fuel-Filler Flap and Cap .............. 3-27
Steering Wheel................................... 3-29
Steering Wheel ............................. 3-29
Mirrors ............................................... 3-30
Mirrors ......................................... 3-30
Windows ............................................. 3-34
Power Windows ........................... 3-34
Convertible Top (Soft Top) ............... 3-37
Convertible Top (Soft Top) .......... 3-37 Convertible Top
(Retractable Fastback) ..................... 3-44
Convertible Top
(Retractable Fastback) ................. 3-44
Security System ................................. 3-53
Modi¿ cation and Add-On
Equipment .................................... 3-53
Immobilizer System ..................... 3-53
Theft-Deterrent System
* ............... 3-55
Driving Tips ....................................... 3-59
Running-In ................................... 3-59
Saving Fuel and Protection of the
Environment ................................. 3-59
Hazardous Driving ....................... 3-60
Floor Mat ..................................... 3-61
Rocking the Vehicle ..................... 3-62
Winter Driving ............................. 3-62
Driving In Flooded Area .............. 3-65
Towing ................................................ 3-66
Towing Caravans and Trailers...... 3-66
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3–3
Before Driving
Keys
A code number is stamped on the plate
attached to the key set; detach this plate
and store it in a safe place (not in the
vehicle) for use if you need to make a
replacement key (auxiliary key).
Also write down the code number and
keep it in a separate safe and convenient
place, but not in the vehicle.
If your key (auxiliary key) is lost, consult
your Authorised Mazda Repairer and have
your code number ready.
NOTE
The driver must carry the key to ensure
the system functions properly.
Auxiliary key Transmitter
Key code number plate
To use the auxiliary key, pull out the
auxiliary key from the transmitter while
pressing the knob.
Knob
Keyless Entry System
This system uses the key buttons to
remotely lock and unlock the doors and
the boot lid, fuel-¿ ller À ap, and opens the
boot lid.
The system can start the engine without
having to take the key out of your purse or
pocket.
Operating the theft-deterrent system is
also possible on theft-deterrent system-
equipped vehicles.
System malfunctions or warnings are
indicated by the following warning lights
or beeps.
For vehicles with the type A instrument
cluster, check the displayed message for
more information and, if necessary, have
the vehicle inspected at an expert repairer,
we recommend an Authorised Mazda
Repairer, according to the indication.
 


 KEY Warning Light (Red)
 Refer to Warning/Indicator Lights on
page 4-42 .




 Ignition Not Switched Off (STOP)
Warning Beep
  Refer to Ignition Not Switched Off
(STOP) Warning Beep on page 7-51 .
 


 Key Removed from Vehicle Warning
Beep
  Refer to Key Removed from Vehicle
Warning Beep on page 7-51 .
If you have a problem with the key,
consult an expert repairer, we recommend
an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
If your key is lost or stolen, consult an
Authorised Mazda Repairer as soon as
possible for a replacement and to make the
lost or stolen key inoperative.
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3–6
Before Driving
Keys
Lock button
To lock the doors and the boot lid, fuel-
¿ ller À ap, press the lock button and the
hazard warning lights will À ash once.
(With the advanced keyless function
(Except European models))
A beep sound will be heard once. NOTE
  The doors and the boot lid, fuel-¿ ller
À ap cannot be locked by pressing the
lock button while any other door is
open. The hazard warning lights will
also not À ash.

(With the i-stop function
(European models))
 Removing the key from the vehicle,
closing both the doors and pressing
the LOCK button on the key while
the i-stop function is operating
(engine is stopped) will switch the
ignition OFF and lock both the doors
(Steering wheel also locks).
 Refer to i-stop on page 4-13 .   Make sure both doors and the boot
lid, fuel-¿ ller À ap are locked after
pressing the button.
 (With double locking system) Pressing the lock button twice within
3 seconds will activate the double
locking system.
 Refer to Double Locking System on
page 3-13 .
 (With theft-deterrent system) When the doors are locked by
pressing the lock button on the key
while the theft-deterrent system is
armed, the hazard warning lights will
À ash once to indicate that the system
is armed.
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3–8
Before Driving
Keys
Operational Range
The system operates only when the driver
is in the vehicle or within operational
range while the key is being carried.
Starting the Engine
NOTE
  Starting the engine may be possible
even if the key is outside of the
vehicle and extremely close to a door
and window, however, always start
the engine from the driver's seat.
 If the vehicle is started and the key
is not in the vehicle, the vehicle will
not restart after it is shut off and the
ignition is switched to off.
  The boot is out of the assured
operational range, however, if the
key (transmitter) is operable the
engine will start.
With the advanced keyless function
Interior aerial
Operational range
Without the advanced keyless function
Operational range Interior aerial
NOTE
The engine may not start if the key is
placed in the following areas:
 
 Around the instrument panel 
 In the storage compartments or the
centre console
Key Suspend Function
If a key is left in the vehicle, the
functions of the key left in the vehicle are
temporarily suspended to prevent theft of
the vehicle.
To restore the functions, press the unlock
button on the functions-suspended key in
the vehicle.
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3–9
Before Driving
Advanced Keyless Entry System
*Some models.
Advanced Keyless Entry
System
*
WARNING
Radio waves from the key may affect
medical devices such as pacemakers:
Before using the key near people who
use medical devices, ask the medical
device manufacturer or your physician
if radio waves from the key will affect
the device.
The advanced keyless function allows you
to lock/unlock the door and the boot lid,
fuel-¿ ller À ap, or open the boot lid while
carrying the key.
System malfunctions or warnings are
indicated by the following warning lights
or beeps.
 


 Request switch Inoperable Warning
Beep
  Refer to Request Switch Inoperable
Warning Beep (With the advanced
keyless function) on page 7-52 .
 


 Key Left-in-Boot Warning Beep
 Refer to Key Left-in-luggage
Compartment Warning Beep (With the
advanced keyless function) on page
7-52 .
 


 Key Left-in-vehicle Warning Beep
 Refer to Key Left-in-vehicle Warning
Beep (With the advanced keyless
function) on page 7-52 .
NOTE
The advanced keyless entry system
functions can be deactivated to prevent
any possible adverse effect on a user
wearing a pacemaker or other medical
device. If the system is deactivated,
you will be unable to start the engine
by carrying the key. Consult an expert
repairer, we recommend an Authorised
Mazda Repairer for details. If the
advanced keyless entry system has been
deactivated, you can start the engine by
following the procedure indicated when
the key battery goes dead.
Refer to Engine Start Function When
Key Battery is Dead on page 4-9 .
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3–12
Before Driving
Doors and Locks
*Some models.
NOTE
  Always stop the engine and lock the
doors. In addition, to prevent theft of
valuables, do not leave them inside
the cabin.
  If the key is left in the following
areas and you leave the vehicle, the
doors may be locked depending on
the radio wave conditions even if the
key is left in the vehicle.
 


 Around the instrument panel



 In the storage compartments or the
centre console
 


 Next to a communication device
such as a mobile phone
 
 The vehicle lock-out prevention
feature prevents you from locking
yourself out of the vehicle.
 Both doors and the boot lid, fuel-
¿ ller À ap will automatically unlock if
they are locked using the power door
locks with any door open.
 If both the doors are closed even
though the boot lid is open, both
the doors and the fuel-¿ ller À ap will
lock.
NOTE
(Door unlock (control) system with
collision detection) *
 This system automatically unlocks
the doors and the boot lid, fuel-
¿ ller À ap in the event the vehicle
is involved in an accident to allow
passengers to get out of the vehicle
immediately and prevent being
trapped inside. While the ignition
is switched ON and in the event the
vehicle receives an impact strong
enough to inÀ ate the air bags, both
the doors and the boot lid, fuel-¿ ller
À ap are automatically unlocked after
about 6 seconds have elapsed from
the time of the accident.
 The doors and the boot lid, fuel-¿ ller
À ap may not unlock depending on
how an impact is applied, the force
of the impact, and other conditions of
the accident.
 If door-related systems or the battery
is malfunctioning, the doors and
the boot lid, fuel-¿ ller À ap will not
unlock.
 
 When opening a door, the power
windows open a little automatically.
When closing the door, the power
windows close automatically. This
is a function for improving the
sealability, and it does not mean there
is a problem.
 If the vehicle battery is disconnected
for vehicle maintenance or other
reasons, the power windows will not
open or close automatically. If the
power windows do not open or close,
the automatic open/close mechanism
for the windows must be reset.
 Refer to Operating the Power
Windows on page 3-34 .
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3–21
Before Driving
Doors and Locks
Boot Lid
WARNING
Never allow a person to ride in the
boot:
Allowing a person to ride in the boot
is dangerous. The person in the boot
could be seriously injured or killed
during sudden braking or a collision.
Do not drive with the boot lid open:
Exhaust gas in the cabin of a vehicle
is dangerous. An open boot lid in a
moving vehicle will cause exhaust gas
to be drawn into the cabin. This gas
contains CO (carbon monoxide), which
is colourless, odourless, and highly
poisonous, and it can cause loss of
consciousness and death. Moreover, an
open boot lid could cause occupants to
fall out in an accident.
CAUTION
  Before opening the boot lid, remove
any snow and ice accumulation on it.
Otherwise, the boot lid could close
under the weight of the snow and ice
resulting in injury.
  Be careful when opening/closing
the boot lid during strong winds. If
a strong gust blows against the boot
lid, it could close suddenly resulting
in injury.
  Fully open the boot lid and make
sure that it stays open. If the boot
lid is only opened partially, it could
slam shut by vibration or wind gusts
resulting in injury.
  When loading or unloading luggage
in the boot, turn off the engine.
Otherwise, you could get burned by
the heat of the exhaust gas.
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3–24
Before Driving
Fuel and Emission
Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions
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.
The vehicle will perform best with fuel listed in the table.
Fuel Research Octane
Number Country
Premium unleaded fuel
(Conforming to EN 228
and within E10)
*1 95 or above New Caledonia, Turkey, Canary Islands, Reunion,
Morocco, Austria, Greece, Italy, Switzerland, Belgium,
Denmark, Finland, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden,
Hungary, Germany, Poland, Bulgaria, Croatia, Slovenia,
Luxembourg, Slovakia, Latvia, Lithuania, France, Czech,
Estonia, Romania, The Netherlands, Macedonia, Bosnia and
Herzegovina, Serbia, Montenegro, Guadeloupe, Martinique,
Singapore, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Thailand, Brunei, Macau,
Sri Lanka, South Africa, Jamaica, Surinam, Trinidad and
Tobago, Commonwealth of Dominica, Myanmar, Taiwan,
The Philippines, Cambodia, Laos, Tahiti, Kuwait, Oman,
Qatar, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Bahrain, Lebanon, Israel,
Tunisia, Egypt, Chile, El Salvador, Guatemala, Costa Rica,
Ecuador, Bolivia, Colombia, Dominican Republic (LHD),
Panama, Uruguay, Honduras, Peru, Cyprus, Malta, Ireland,
UK
Regular unleaded fuel 90 or above Fiji



*1 Europe
Fuel with a lower rating will negatively affect the emission control system performance and
could also cause engine knocking and serious engine damage.
CAUTION
  USE ONLY UNLEADED FUEL.  Leaded fuel is harmful to the catalytic converter and oxygen sensors and will lead to
deterioration of the emission control system and or failures.
  The use of E10 fuel with 10 % ethanol in Europe is safe for your vehicle. Damage to
your vehicle may occur when ethanol exceeds this recommendation.
  Never add fuel system additives, otherwise the emission control system could be
damaged. Consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer
for details.
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