MAZDA MODEL MX-5 2016 Owners Manual (in English)

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A Word to Mazda Owners
Thank you for choosing a Mazda. We at Mazda design and build vehicles with complete
customer satisfaction in mind.
To help ensure enjoyable and trouble-free operation of your Mazda, read t\
his manual
carefully and follow its recommendations.
Regular servicing of your vehicle by an expert repairer helps maintain b\
oth its
roadworthiness and its resale value. A world-wide network of Authorized Mazda Repairers
can help you with their professional servicing expertise.
Their specially trained personnel are best qualified to service your Mazda vehicle properly
and exactly. Also, they are supported by a wide range of highly specialized tools and\

equipment specially developed for servicing Mazda vehicles. When maintenance or service
is necessary we recommend an Authorized Mazda Repairer.
We assure you that all of us at Mazda have an ongoing interest in your mo\
toring pleasure
and in your full satisfaction with your Mazda product.
Mazda Motor Corporation
HIROSHIMA, JAPAN
Important Notes About This ManualKeep this manual in the glove box as a handy reference for the safe and \
enjoyable use of your Mazda. Should you resell the vehicle, leave this manual with it for the next owner.
All specifications and descriptions are accurate at the time of printing. Because improvement is a constant goal at Mazda, we reserve the right to make changes in specifications at any time without notice and without obligation.
Air Conditioning and the EnvironmentYour Mazda's genuine air conditioner is filled with a refrigerant that has been found not to damage the earth's ozone layer. If the air conditioner does not operate properly, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.Perchlorate Certain components of this vehicle such as [air bag modules, seat belt p\
retensioners, lithium batteries,…] may contain Perchlorate Material-- Special handling may apply for service or\
vehicle end of life disposal. Seewww.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
Please be aware that this manual applies to all models, equipment and options. As a result, you may find some explanations for equipment not installed on your vehicle.
©2015 Mazda Motor Corporation
Apr. 2015 (Print1)
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How to Use This Manual
We want to help you get the most driving
pleasure from your vehicle. Your owner's
manual, when read from cover to cover,
can do that in many ways.
Illustrations complement the words of
the manual to best explain how to enjoy
your Mazda. By reading your manual, you
can find out about the features, important
safety information, and driving under
various road conditions.
The symbol below in this manual means
"Do not do this" or "Do not let this
happen".
Index: A good place to start is the Index,
an alphabetical listing of all information in
your manual.
You'll find several WARNINGs,
CAUTIONs, and NOTEs in the manual.
WARNING
A WARNING indicates a situation in
which serious injury or death could
result if the warning is ignored.
CAUTION
A CAUTION indicates a situation in
which bodily injury or damage to your
vehicle, or both, could result if the
caution is ignored.
NOTE
A NOTE provides information and
sometimes suggests how to make better
use of your vehicle.
The symbol below, located on some parts
of the vehicle, indicates that this manual
contains information related to the part.
Please refer to the manual for a detailed
explanation.
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Table ofContents
PictorialIndex
Interio r,exterio rviews andpart identification ofyour Mazda.1
EssentialSafety Equipment
Importan tinformatio nabout safety equipment, includingseats,seatbelt
system, child-restrain tsystemsa ndSRSa irbags.2
BeforeD riving
Use ofvarious features, including keys,doors,m irrorsandwindows.3
WhenDriving
Informatio nconcerning safedriving andstopping.4
InteriorFeatures
Use ofvarious featuresfor ridec omfort,i ncluding air-conditioning andaudio
system.5
MaintenanceandC are
Howtokeep your Mazda intop condition.6
IfTrouble Arises
Helpful informatio nonw hatt odoifa problem ariseswiththevehicle.7
CustomerInformation andReporting SafetyDefects
Importan tconsumer informatio nincluding warranties andadd-on equipment .8
Specifications
Technica linformatio nabout your Mazda.9
Index10
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1–1
1Pictorial Index
Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda.
Interior Overview ........................................................................\
.......1-2
Interior Equipment (View A) ........................................................1-2
Interior Equipment (View B) ........................................................1-4
Interior Equipment (View C) ........................................................1-5
Exterior Overview ........................................................................\
......1-6
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1–2
Pictorial Index
Interior Overview
Interior Equipment (View A)
Door-lock knob ........................................................................\
.............................page 3-17
Turn and lane-change signal ........................................................................\
.........page 4-40
Lighting control........................................................................\
.............................page 4-35
Wiper and washer lever ........................................................................\
.................page 4-41
DSC OFF switch ........................................................................\
...........................page 4-58
Tire pressure monitoring system set switch ..........................................................page 4-96
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) switch ...................................................................page 4-79
LDWS switch ........................................................................\
................................page 4-72
Outside mirror switch........................................................................\
....................page 3-28
Door-lock switch ........................................................................\
...........................page 3-14
Power window lock switch ........................................................................\
...........page 3-33
Power window switches ........................................................................\
................page 3-31
The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle
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1–3
Pictorial Index
Interior Overview
Audio control switches........................................................................\
..................page 5-55
Dashboard illumination knob ........................................................................\
........page 4-13
Instrument cluster ........................................................................\
............................page 4-9
Cruise control switches ........................................................................\
.................page 4-89
Push button start ........................................................................\
..............................page 4-2
Hazard warning flasher switch ........................................................................\
......page 4-46
Seat warmer switches ........................................................................\
......................page 2-5
Steering shift switches ........................................................................\
..................page 4-27
Lock release lever ........................................................................\
.........................page 3-27
Hood release handle ........................................................................\
......................page 6-24
The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle
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1–4
Pictorial Index
Interior Overview
Interior Equipment (View B)
SRS air bags ........................................................................\
..................................page 2-24
Climate control system........................................................................\
....................page 5-2
Rear window defogger switch........................................................................\
.......page 4-45
Audio system........................................................................\
.................................page 5-13
Accessory socket ........................................................................\
.........................page 5-133
External input terminal........................................................................\
..................page 5-57
Drive selection switch ........................................................................\
...................page 4-62
Commander switch ........................................................................\
.......................page 5-34
Shift lever/Selector lever ........................................................................\
......page 4-21, 4-24
Fuse block (Left side) ........................................................................\
...................page 6-52
The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle
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