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

1–3
Pictorial Index
Interior Overview (Left-Hand Drive Model)



Audio control switches.......................................................................................... page 5-69



Instrument panel illumination knob ...................................................................... page 4-28



Instrument cluster .................................................................................................. page 4-24



Cruise control switches ....................................................................................... page 4-134



Push button start ...................................................................................................... page 4-4



Retractable fastback switch ................................................................................... page 3-51



Hazard warning À asher switch .............................................................................. page 4-79



Seat warmer switches .............................................................................................. page 2-6



Steering shift switches .......................................................................................... page 4-55



Lock release lever ................................................................................................. page 3-29



Bonnet release handle ........................................................................................... page 6-14
The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle
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1–8
Pictorial Index
Interior Overview (Right-Hand Drive Model)



Hazard warning À asher switch .............................................................................. page 4-79



Push button start ...................................................................................................... page 4-4



Instrument panel illumination knob ...................................................................... page 4-28



Audio control switches.......................................................................................... page 5-69



Instrument cluster .................................................................................................. page 4-24



Cruise control switches ....................................................................................... page 4-134



Bonnet release handle ........................................................................................... page 6-14


Boot release button................................................................................................ page 3-22



Lock release lever ................................................................................................. page 3-29



Steering shift switches .......................................................................................... page 4-55



Seat warmer switches .............................................................................................. page 2-6


Retractable fastback switch ................................................................................... page 3-51
The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle
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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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3–4
Before Driving
Keys
CAUTION
Changes or modi¿ cations not expressly
approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE
  The keyless entry system operation
may vary due to local conditions.
  The keyless entry system is fully
operational (door/boot lid/fuel-¿ ller
À ap lock/unlock) when the ignition
is switched off. The system does not
operate if the ignition is switched to
any position other than off.
  If the key does not operate when
pressing a button or the operational
range becomes too small, the
battery may be weak. To install a
new battery, refer to Key Battery
Replacement (page 6-31 ).
  Battery life is about one year.
Replace the battery with a new one
if the KEY indicator light (green)
À ashes in the instrument cluster (for
vehicles with a type A instrument
cluster (page 4-42 ), messages are
displayed in the instrument cluster).
Replacing the battery about once
a year is recommended because
the KEY warning light/indicator
light may not illuminate or À ash
depending on the rate of battery
depletion.
  Additional keys can be obtained at
an Authorised Mazda Repairer. Up to
6 keys can be used with the keyless
functions per vehicle. Bring all keys
to an Authorised Mazda Repairer
when additional keys are required.
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3–54
Before Driving
Security System
NOTE
  The keys carry a unique electronic
code. For this reason, and to assure
your safety, obtaining a replacement
key requires some waiting time.
They are only available through an
Authorised Mazda Repairer.
  Always keep a spare key in case one
is lost. If a key is lost, consult an
Authorised Mazda Repairer as soon
as possible.
  If you lose a key, an Authorised
Mazda Repairer will reset the
electronic codes of your remaining
keys and immobilizer system.
Bring all the remaining keys to an
Authorised Mazda Repairer to reset.
 Starting the vehicle with a key that
has not been reset is not possible.
Operation
NOTE
  The engine may not start and security
indicator light may illuminate or
À ash if the key is placed in an area
where it is dif¿ cult for the system
to detect the signal, such as on the
instrument panel. Move the key to
a location within the signal range,
switch the ignition off, and then
restart the engine.
  Signals from a TV or radio station,
or from a transceiver or mobile
telephone could interfere with your
immobilizer system. If you are using
the proper key and the engine fails
to start, check the security indicator
light.
Arming
The system is armed when the ignition is
switched from ON to off.
The security indicator light in the
instrument cluster À ashes every 2 seconds
until the system is disarmed.
Disarming
The system is disarmed when the
ignition is switched ON with the correct
programmed key. The security indicator
light illuminates for about 3 seconds and
then turns off. If the engine does not start
with the correct key, and the security
indicator light remains illuminated or
À ashing, try the following:
Make sure the key is within the
operational range for signal transmission.
Switch the ignition off, and then restart
the engine. If the engine does not start
after 3 or more tries, contact an Authorised
Mazda Repairer.
NOTE
  If the security indicator light À ashes
continuously while you are driving,
do not shut off the engine. Go to an
Authorised Mazda Repairer and have
it checked. If the engine is shut off
while the indicator light is À ashing,
you will not be able to restart it.
  Because the electronic codes are
reset when the immobilizer system
is repaired, the keys are needed.
Make sure to bring all the keys to an
Authorised Mazda Repairer so that
they can be programmed.
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3–56
Before Driving
Security System
Operation
Siren/Horn triggering conditions
The siren/horn sounds intermittently and
the hazard warning lights À ash for about
30 seconds when the system is triggered
by any one of the following:
 


 Unlocking a door with an inside door-
lock knob.
 


 Forcing open a door, the bonnet or the
boot lid.
 


 Opening the bonnet by operating the
bonnet release handle.
 


 Switching the ignition ON without using
the push button start.
 


(With the intrusion sensor)
 The intrusion sensor detects a movement
in the vehicle.
The system will be triggered again (up to
10 times) if one of the above conditions
remains.
 


(With the intrusion sensor)
 Disconnecting the battery terminal (the
hazard warning lights do not À ash).
The system will be triggered about 10
times.
NOTE
  The boot lid does not open while the
theft-deterrent system is operating.
  If the battery goes dead while the
theft-deterrent system is armed,
the siren/horn will activate and the
hazard warning lights will À ash when
the battery is charged or replaced.
How to Arm the System
1. Close the windows and the convertible
top securely.
NOTE
(With the intrusion sensor)
The intrusion sensor function can be
armed only when the convertible top is
closed.
Even with a window open, the system
can be armed, however, leaving the
windows even partially open can invite
theft, and wind blowing into the vehicle
could trigger the alarm.
The intrusion sensor function can also
be cancelled.
Refer to Cancelling the Intrusion Sensor
(With Intrusion Sensor) on page 3-57 .
2. Switch the ignition OFF.
3. Make sure the bonnet, convertible top,
the doors, and the boot lid are closed.
4. Press the lock button on the transmitter
or lock the driver's door from the
outside with the auxiliary key.
The hazard warning lights will À ash
once.
(With the advanced keyless function)
Press a request switch.
The security indicator light in the
instrument cluster À ashes twice per
second for 20 seconds.
5. After 20 seconds, the system is fully
armed.
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4–1*Some models.4–1
4When Driving



Information concerning safe driving and stopping.
Start/Stop Engine ................................ 4-4
Ignition Switch ............................... 4-4
Starting the Engine ......................... 4-5
Turning the Engine Off ................ 4-11
i-stop
* ........................................... 4-13
Instrument Cluster and Display ...... 4-24
Meters and Gauges ....................... 4-24
Multi-information Display and INFO
Switch
* ......................................... 4-33
Warning/Indicator Lights ............. 4-42
Transmission ...................................... 4-48
Manual Transmission
Operation ...................................... 4-48
Automatic Transmission
Controls ........................................ 4-51
Switches and Controls ...................... 4-63
Lighting Control ........................... 4-63
Rear Fog Light
* ............................ 4-70
Turn and Lane-change Signals ..... 4-71
Windscreen Wipers and
Washer .......................................... 4-72
Headlight Washer
* ........................ 4-77
Rear Window Defogger ............... 4-77
Horn ............................................. 4-79
Hazard Warning Flasher ............... 4-79
Brake .................................................. 4-81
Brake System ............................... 4-81
Emergency Stop Signal System ... 4-84
Hill Launch Assist (HLA) ............ 4-84 ABS/TCS/DSC ................................... 4-86
Antilock Brake System (ABS) ..... 4-86
Traction Control System (TCS) ... 4-87
Dynamic Stability Control
(DSC) ........................................... 4-88
i-ELOOP ............................................ 4-90
i-ELOOP
* ..................................... 4-90
Fuel Economy Monitor ..................... 4-93
Fuel Economy Monitor
* ............... 4-93
Drive Selection ................................... 4-97
Drive Selection
* ........................... 4-97
Power Steering................................... 4-99
Power Steering ............................. 4-99
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4–7
When Driving
Start/Stop Engine
6. Verify that the KEY indicator light
(green) in the instrument cluster and the
push button start indicator light (green)
illuminate.
KEY indicator light
(green)/ KEY
warning light (red)
Indicator light
Push button start
NOTE
  If the push button start indicator light
(green)À ashes, make sure that the
key is being carried.
  If the push button start indicator light
(green)À ashes with the key being
carried, touch the key to the push
button start and start the engine.
Refer to Engine Start Function When
Key Battery is Dead on page 4-9 .
CAUTION
If the KEY warning light (red)
illuminates, or the push button start
indicator light (amber) À ashes, this
could indicate a problem with the engine
starting system. This may prevent the
engine from starting or from switching
the ignition to ACC or ON. Have your
vehicle inspected at an expert repairer,
we recommend an Authorised Mazda
Repairer as soon as possible.
NOTE
  Under the following conditions, the
KEY warning light (red) À ashes
after the push button start is pressed.
This informs the driver that the push
button start will not switch to ACC
even if it is pressed from off.
 


 The key battery is dead.



 The key is out of operational
range.
 


 The key is placed in areas where it
is dif¿ cult for the system to detect
the signal (page 3-8 ).
 


 A key from another manufacturer
similar to the key is in the
operational range.
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4–8
When Driving
Start/Stop Engine
NOTE
 

(Forced engine starting method) If the KEY warning light (red)
illuminates, or the push button start
indicator light (amber) À ashes, this
could indicate that the engine may
not start using the usual starting
method. Have your vehicle inspected
at an expert repairer, we recommend
an Authorised Mazda Repairer as
soon as possible. If this occurs, the
engine can be force-started. Press
and hold the push button start until
the engine starts. Other procedures
necessary for starting the engine,
such as having the key in the cabin,
and depressing the clutch pedal
(manual transmission) or the brake
pedal (automatic transmission) are
required.
  When the engine is force-started,
the KEY warning light (red) remains
illuminated and the push button
start indicator light (amber) remains
À ashing.

(Automatic transmission) When the selector lever is in the
neutral (N) position, the KEY
indicator light (green) and the push
button start indicator light (green) do
not illuminate. 7. Press the push button start after both
the KEY indicator light (green) in the
instrument cluster and the push button
start indicator light (green) illuminate.
NOTE
  After starting the engine, the push
button start indicator light (amber)
turns off and the ignition switches to
the ON position.
  After pressing the push button start
and before the engine starts, the
operation sound of the fuel pump
motor from near the fuel tank can be
heard, however, this does not indicate
a malfunction.
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4–12
When Driving
Start/Stop Engine
NOTE
  The cooling fan in the engine
compartment could turn on for a few
minutes after the ignition is switched
from ON to OFF, whether or not the
A/C is on or off, to cool the engine
compartment quickly.
  If the system detects that the
remaining battery power of the key
is low when the ignition is switched
from ON to ACC or OFF, the
following is indicated.
 Replace with a new battery before
the key becomes unusable.
 Refer to Key Battery Replacement on
page 6-31 .
(Vehicle equipped with Type A
instrument cluster)
 A message is indicated in the display
of the instrument cluster.
(Vehicle equipped with Type B
instrument cluster)
 The KEY indicator light (green)
À ashes for approximately 30 seconds.
 Refer to Warning/Indicator Lights on
page 4-42 .
 (Automatic transmission) If the engine is turned off while the
selector lever is in a position other
than P, the ignition switches to ACC.
Emergency Engine Stop
Continuously pressing the push button
start or quickly pressing it any number of
times while the engine is running or the
vehicle is being driven will turn the engine
off immediately. The ignition switches to
ACC.
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