MAZDA MODEL MX-5 2005 Owners Manual (in English)

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qError Indications
If you see an error indication on the display, find the cause in the chart. If you cannot clear
the error indication, take the vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Indication Cause Solution
CHECK MDMD is inserted upside downInsert the MD properly. If the error indication does not
disappear, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
MD is defectiveInsert another MD properly. If the error indication does not
disappear, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
CHECK CDCD is inserted upside downInsert the CD properly. If the error indication does not disappear,
consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
CD is defectiveInsert another CD properly. If the error indication does not
disappear, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
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Safety Certification
This CD player is made and tested to meet exacting safety standards. It meets FCC
requirements and complies with safety performance standards of the U.S. Department of
Health and Human Services.
CAUTION
lThis CD player should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except qualified service
personnel.
If servicing is required, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
lUse of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those
specified herein may result in hazardous laser exposure. Never operate the CD player
with the top case of the unit removed.
lChanges or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
NOTE
For CD player section:
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
NOTE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation.
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Sunvisors
When you need a sunvisor, lower it for
use in front or swing it to the side.
qVanity Mirror
To use the vanity mirror, lower the
sunvisor.
Interior Light
qOverhead Light
Center position
Switch
PositionOverhead Lights
Light off
Center Light on when any door is open
Light on
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Lighter
The ignition switch must be in the ACC
or ON position.
Press the lighter in and release it. When
ready for use, it automatically pops out.
CAUTION
lDon't touch the metal part of the
lighter, you may burn yourself.
lDon't hold the lighter in because it
will overheat.
lDon't use the lighter socket for plug-
in accessories such as shavers and
coffee pots. They may damage it or
cause electrical failure. Use only a
genuine Mazda lighter or the
equivalent.
lIf the lighter doesn't pop out within
30 seconds, remove it to prevent
overheating.
Ashtray
CAUTION
Don't use the ashtray for trash. You
might start a fire.
To remove, open and pull up the ashtray.
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Cup Holder
WARNING
Using Cup Holder:
Using a cup holder to hold hot liquids
while the vehicle is moving is
dangerous. If the contents spill, you
could be scalded. Never use a cup
holder to hold hot liquids while the
vehicle is moving.
Don't Put Anything Other Than Cups
or Drink-cans in Cup Holder:
Putting objects other than cups or
drink-cans in a cup holder is
dangerous.
During sudden braking or
maneuvering, occupants could be hit
and injured, or objects could be
thrown around the vehicle, causing
interference with the driver and the
possibility of an accident. Only use a
cup holder for cups or drink-cans.
Using Cup Holder as Ashtray:
Using a cup holder as an ashtray is
dangerous because it could cause a
fire or damage the cup holder.
Be sure the removable ashtray is in
place before smoking and never use
the cup holder as an ashtray.
CAUTION
To reduce the possibility of injury in an
accident or a sudden stop, keep cup
holders closed when not in use.
NOTE
Replacement ashtrays are available
from an Authorized Mazda Dealer if
they are missing.
To use, open the cover.
CAUTION
If your arm or elbow bumps into the
cup while shifting, don't use the hole
for an additional cup holder.
NOTE
The ashtray can be used as an additional
cup holder with the ashtray removed.
Ashtray
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Storage Compartments
WARNING
Open Storage Boxes:
Driving with the storage boxes open is
dangerous. To reduce the possibility of
injury in an accident or a sudden stop,
keep the storage boxes closed when
driving.
CAUTION
Don't leave eyeglasses or lighters in the
storage boxes while parked under the
sun. A lighter could explode or the
plastic material in eyeglasses could
deform and crack from high
temperature.
qGlove Box
To open the glove box, pull the latch
toward you.
Insert the key and turn it clockwise to
lock, counterclockwise to unlock.
Unlock
Lock
qCenter Console
To open, pull the release catch.
The center console has a lockable lid,
insert the key into the slot; then turn the
key clockwise to lock, counterclockwise
to unlock.
UnlockLock
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qMesh Pocketí
Maps or pamphlets can be placed in the
mesh pocket.
Pull up the fastener to release it.
Fastener
CAUTION
Make sure the fastener is securely
fastened when the top is open;
otherwise, objects placed in the mesh
pocket could be blown away by the
wind.
Windblockerí
This windblocker prevents the wind from
coming into the cabin from behind when
driving with the top opened.
Windblocker
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7In Case of an Emergency
Helpful information on what to do in an emergency.
Parking in an Emergency ............................................................. 7-2
Parking in an Emergency .......................................................... 7-2
Flat Tire ......................................................................................... 7-3
Spare Tire and Tool Storage ...................................................... 7-3
Changing a Flat Tire ................................................................. 7-5
Overheating ................................................................................. 7-11
Overheating ............................................................................. 7-11
Emergency Starting .................................................................... 7-13
Starting a Flooded Engine ....................................................... 7-13
Jump-Starting .......................................................................... 7-13
Push-Starting ........................................................................... 7-15
Emergency Towing ..................................................................... 7-16
Towing Description ................................................................. 7-16
Tiedown Hooks ....................................................................... 7-17
Recreational Towing ............................................................... 7-17
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Parking in an Emergency
The hazard warning lights should always
be used when you stop on or near a
roadway.
The hazard warning lights warn other
drivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazard
and that they must take extreme caution
when near it.
Depress the hazard warning flasher and all
four turn signals will flash.
NOTE
lThe turn signals don't work when the
hazard warning lights are on.
lCheck local regulations about the use
of hazard warning lights while the
vehicle is being towed. They may
forbid it.
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