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

1–5
Pictorial Index
Interior Overview
Interior Equipment (View C)
Windblocker ........................................................................\
................................page 5-138
Convertible top unlock lever ........................................................................\
.........page 3-37
Seat side box ........................................................................\
...............................page 5-137
Cup holders ........................................................................\
.................................page 5-134
Console box........................................................................\
.................................page 5-137
Interior light ........................................................................\
................................page 5-131
Rearview mirror ........................................................................\
............................page 3-29
Sunvisor ........................................................................\
......................................page 5-131
Vanity mirror ........................................................................\
...............................page 5-131
Parking brake ........................................................................\
................................page 4-52
Seats ........................................................................\
................................................page 2-4
CD player ........................................................................\
......................................page 5-13
SRS air bag........................................................................\
....................................page 2-24
Back trim storage boxes ........................................................................\
..............page 5-138
Seat belt ........................................................................\
...........................................page 2-7
The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle
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Before Driving
Mirrors
Mirrors
Before driving, adjust the inside and
outside mirrors.
Outside Mirrors
WARNING
Be sure to look over your shoulder
before changing lanes:
Changing lanes without taking
into account the actual distance of
the vehicle in the convex mirror is
dangerous. You could have a serious
accident. What you see in the convex
mirror is closer than it appears.
Mirror type
Flat type (driver's side)
Flat surface mirror.
Convex type (front passenger side)
The mirror has single curvature on its
surface.
Power mirror adjustment
The ignition must be switched to ACC or
ON position.
To adjust:
1. Rotate the mirror switch to the left or
right to choose the left or right side
mirror.
2. Press the mirror switch in the
appropriate direction.
Center position
Mirror switch
After adjusting the mirror, lock the
control by rotating the switch in the center
position.
Folding mirror
WARNING
Always return the outside mirrors to
the driving position before you start
driving:
Driving with the outside mirrors folded
in is dangerous. Your rear view will
be restricted, and you could have an
accident.
Fold the outside mirror rearward until it is
flush with the vehicle.
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Before Driving
Mirrors
*Some models.
Driver's side auto-dimming door
mirror*
The movement of the auto-dimming
door mirror is interlocked with the auto-
dimming rearview mirror in the interior
to automatically reduce glare from rear
on-coming vehicles.
Refer to Rearview Mirror on page 3-29.
NOTE
The passenger-side door mirror does not
have the auto-dimming feature.
Rearview Mirror
WARNING
Do not stack cargo or objects higher
than the seatbacks:
Cargo stacked higher than the
seatbacks is dangerous. It can block
your view in the rearview mirror, which
might cause you to hit another car
when changing lanes.
Rearview mirror adjustment
Before driving, adjust the rearview mirror
to center on the scene through the rear
window.
NOTE
For the manual day/night mirror, perform
the adjustment with the day/night lever in
the day position.
Reducing glare from headlights
Manual day/night mirror
Push the day/night lever forward for day
driving. Pull it back to reduce glare of
headlights from vehicles at the rear.
Day/Night lever
Day
Night
Auto-dimming mirror
The auto-dimming mirror automatically
reduces glare of headlights from vehicles
at the rear when the ignition is switched
ON.
Press the OFF button () to cancel the
automatic dimming function. The indicator
light will turn off.
To reactivate the automatic dimming
function, press the ON button (). The
indicator light will illuminate.
Indicator lightOFF b utton
ON button
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When Driving
i-ACTIVSENSE
*Some models.
i-ACTIVSENSE*
i-ACTIVSENSE is a collective term covering a series of advanced safety and driver support
systems which make use of a Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) and radar sen\
sors.
Because each system has its limitations, always drive carefully and do not rely solely on the
systems.
Driver awareness support systems
Nighttime visibility
Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS) ........................................................................\
......4-65
High Beam Control System (HBC) ........................................................................\
............4-66
Left/right side and rear side detection
Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) ........................................................................\
.4-69
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) System ........................................................................\
.......4-74
Rear obstruction detection when leaving a parking space
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) ........................................................................\
................4-81
Camera and Sensors
Forward sensing camera (FSC)
The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) determines the conditions ahead of th\
e vehicle while
traveling at night and detects traffic lanes. The following systems also use the Forward
Sensing Camera (FSC).
 High Beam Control system (HBC) Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)
The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) is installed at the top of the windsh\
ield near the
rearview mirror.
Refer to Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) on page 4-84.
Radar sensors (rear)
The radar sensors (rear) function by detecting the radio waves reflected off a vehicle
approaching from the rear or an obstruction sent from the radar sensors.\
The following
systems also use the radar sensors (rear).
 Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) System Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
The radar sensors (rear) are installed inside the rear bumper, one each on the left and right
sides.
Refer to Radar Sensors (Rear) on page 4-87.
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When Driving
i-ACTIVSENSE
 In the following cases, it may be difficult to view the illumination/flashing of the Blind
Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning lights equipped on the door mirrors.
 Snow or ice is adhering to the door mirrors. The door glass is fogged or covered in snow, frost or dirt.
 The system switches to the Rear Cross Traffic Alert function when the shift lever (manual
transmission) or the selector lever (automatic transmission) is shift\
ed to the reverse (R)
position.
Refer to Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) on page 4-81.
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) Warning Lights/Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
Warning Beep
The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) or Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) system notifies the
driver of the presence of vehicles in adjacent lanes to the rear of your\
vehicle using the
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning lights and the warning beep while the systems are
operational.
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning lights
The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning lights are equipped on the left and right door
mirrors. The warning lights turn on when a vehicle approaching from the rear in a\
n adjacent
lane is detected.
When the ignition is switched ON, the malfunction warning light turns on momentarily and
then turns off after a few seconds.
Forward driving (Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system operation)
The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system detects vehicles approaching from the rear and
turns on the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning lights equipped on the door mirrors
according to the conditions. Additionally, while a Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning
light is illuminated, if the turn signal lever is operated to signal a t\
urn in the direction
in which the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning light is illuminated, the Blind Spot
Monitoring (BSM) warning light flashes.
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When Driving
i-ACTIVSENSE
 Under the following conditions, the radar sensors (rear) cannot detect target objects or it
may be difficult to detect them.
 The vehicle speed when reversing is about 10 km/h (6 mph) or faster. The radar sensor (rear) detection area is obstructed by a nearby wall or parked
vehicle. (Reverse the vehicle to a position where the radar sensor detection area is no
longer obstructed.)
Your vehicle
 A vehicle is approaching directly from the rear of your vehicle.
Your vehicle
 The vehicle is parked on a slant.
Your vehicle
 Directly after pressing the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) switch and the system
becomes operable.
 In the following cases, it may be difficult to view the illumination/flashing of the Blind
Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning lights equipped on the door mirrors.
 Snow or ice adheres to the door mirrors. The door glass is fogged or covered in snow, frost or dirt.
 Turn off the Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) system while pulling a trailer or while an
accessory such as a bicycle carrier is installed to the rear of the vehicle. Otherwise,
the radio waves emitted by the radar will be blocked causing the system \
to not operate
normally.
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When Driving
i-ACTIVSENSE
*Some models.
Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)*
Your vehicle is equipped with a Forward Sensing Camera (FSC). The Forward Sensing
Camera (FSC) is positioned near the rearview mirror and used by the fo\
llowing systems.
 High Beam Control System (HBC) Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)
F orward Sensing Camera (FSC)
The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) determines the conditions ahead of th\
e vehicle while
traveling at night and detects traffic lanes. The distance in which the Forward Sensing
Camera (FSC) can detect objects varies depending on the surrounding co\
nditions.
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When Driving
i-ACTIVSENSE
CAUTION
 Do not apply accessories, stickers or film to the windshield near the Forward Sensing
Camera (FSC).
If the area in front of the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) lens is obstructed, it will cause
the system to not operate correctly. Consequently, each system may not operate normally
which could lead to an unexpected accident. Do not disassemble or modify the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC).
Disassembly or modification of the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) will cause a malfunction
or mistaken operation. Consequently, each system may not operate normally which could
lead to an unexpected accident. Heed the following cautions to assure the correct operation of the Forward Sensing Camera
(FSC).
 The direction of the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) has been finely adjusted, therefore
do not change the installation position or remove the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC). Be careful not to scratch the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) lens or allow it to get dirty. Do not remove the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) cover. Do not place objects on the dashboard which reflect light. Always keep the windshield glass around the camera clean by removing dirt or fogging.
Use the windshield defroster to remove fogging on the windshield. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer regarding cleaning the interior side of the
windshield around the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC). Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer before performing repairs around the Forward
Sensing Camera (FSC). The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) is installed to the windshield. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer for windshield repair and replacement. When performing repairs around the rearview mirror, consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer. Do not hit or apply strong force to the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) or the area around
it. If strong force is applied, stop using the Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS), and
the High Beam Control System (HBC) and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. The direction in which the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) is pointed has been finely
adjusted. Do not change the installation position of the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)
or remove it. Otherwise, it could result in damage or malfunction.
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10–3
Index
Coming Home Light System ..............4-38
Console Box ......................................5-137
Convertible Top (Soft Top) .................3-34
Cruise Control .....................................4-89
Cruise control switch.....................4-89
Cruise main indicator light (amber)/
cruise set indicator light (green) ....4-90
Cruise Control Set Vehicle Speed
Display ................................................4-14
Cup Holder ........................................5-134
Customer Assistance .............................8-2
D
Dashboard Illumination ......................4-13
Daytime Running Lights .....................4-39
Defogger
Mirror ............................................4-45
Rear window .................................4-45
Dimensions ...........................................9-5
Door Locks ..........................................3-10
Drive Selection ....................................4-61
Driving In Flooded Area .....................3-47
Driving Tips
Automatic transmission .................4-33
Break-in period..............................3-43
Driving in flooded area..................3-47
Driving on uneven road .................3-48
Floor mat .......................................3-44
Hazardous driving .........................3-44
Overloading ...................................3-47
Rocking the vehicle .......................3-45
Saving fuel and protection of the
environment...................................3-43
Winter driving ...............................3-45
Driving on Uneven Road ....................3-48
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) .......4-57
DSC OFF indicator light ...............4-58
DSC OFF switch ...........................4-58
TCS/DSC indicator light ...............4-57
E
Emergency Starting
Push-starting ..................................7-26
Starting a flooded engine ...............7-26
Emergency Towing
Tiedown hooks ..............................7-31
Towing description ........................7-30
Emission Control System ....................3-23
Ending Screen Display ........................4-60
Engine
Coolant ..........................................6-29
Engine compartment overview .....6-26
Exhaust gas....................................3-24
Hood release ..................................6-24
Oil ..................................................6-27
Starting ............................................4-3
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge ...4-11
Essential Information ............................6-2
Event Data Recorder ...........................8-20
Exhaust Gas ........................................3-24
Exterior Care .......................................6-57
Aluminum wheel maintenance ......6-62
Bright-metal maintenance .............6-61
Convertible top maintenance.........6-62
Maintaining the finish ...................6-59
Plastic part maintenance ................6-64
F
Flasher
Hazard warning .............................4-46
Headlights .....................................4-35
Flat Tire .................................................7-3
Mounting the tire ...........................7-20
Removing a tire .............................7-16
Floor Mat ............................................3-44
Fluid
Brake/Clutch .................................6-31
Washer ...........................................6-31
Fluids
Classification ...................................9-4
Foot Brake ...........................................4-51
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10–5
Index
J
Jack .......................................................7-4
Jump-Starting ......................................7-23
K
Key Left-in-trunk Warning Beep (With the
advanced keyless function) .................7-47
Key Left-in-vehicle Warning Beep (With
the advanced keyless function) ...........7-47
Key Removed from Vehicle Warning
Beep ....................................................7-46
Key Suspend Function ..........................3-7
Keyless Entry System ...........................3-3
Keys ......................................................3-2
Key suspend function ......................3-7
Transmitter ......................................3-4
L
Label Information .................................9-2
Lane-Change Signals ..........................4-40
Lane Departure Warning System
(LDWS) ...............................................4-69
LDWS switch ................................4-72
Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)
Warning Sound ....................................7-47
Leaving Home Light System ..............4-39
Light Bulbs
Replacement ..................................6-45
Specifications ..................................9-7
Lighting Control..................................4-35
Lights-on Reminder ............................7-45
Lubricant Quality ..................................9-4
M
Maintenance
Information ......................................6-2
Scheduled ........................................6-4
Maintenance Monitor ..........................6-20
Manual Transmission Operation .........4-21
Recommendations for shifting ......4-22
Message Indicated on Display ............7-43
Meters and Gauges ................................4-9
Mirror Defogger ..................................4-45
Mirrors
Outside mirrors..............................3-28
Rearview mirror ............................3-29
O
Odometer and Trip Meter ....................4-10
Outside Mirrors ...................................3-28
Outside Temperature Display ..............4-13
Overhead Light .................................5-131
Overheating .........................................7-27
Overloading .........................................3-47
Owner Maintenance
Closing the hood ...........................6-25
Engine compartment overview .....6-26
Key battery replacement ...............6-38
Opening the hood ..........................6-24
Owner maintenance precautions ...6-22
P
Parking Brake ......................................4-52
Personalization Features .......................9-9
Power Steering ....................................4-63
Power Windows ..................................3-31
R
Radar Sensors (Rear) ..........................4-87
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) ........4-81
Rear Window Defogger ......................4-45
Rearview Mirror ..................................3-29
Recommended Oil ..............................6-27
Recording of Vehicle Data ..................8-21
Recreational Towing ...........................3-49
Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign
Country ...............................................8-17
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