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Emergency Engine Stop
Pushing and holding the START/STOP button or repeatedly pushing  
the button while the engine is running will turn the engine OFF. Use only in 
case of an emergency.
If the START/STOP ENGINE button indicator light flashes AMBER, this could 
indicate a problem with the engine starting system. You may not be able to start 
the engine or switch the ignition to ACC or ON. Have your vehicle inspected at an 
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
NOTE: The engine may not start if the key cannot be detected. The Key 
Indicator Light may flash RED  or “Key not detected” may be displayed if the key 
is placed in the cup holder.
Starting The Engine
STARTING THE ENGINE WITH   
ACCELERATED WARM-UP SYSTEM (AWS)
The MX-5 is equipped with SKYACTIV combustion technology. 
This technology includes AWS (Accelerated Warm-up System) for 
optimal emission performance during cold starting conditions.
While Carrying the Key…
•    Start the engine by pushing the START/
STOP ENGINE button while pushing the 
clutch pedal (M/ T) or the brake pedal (A / T).
•     What you will notice? On start-up, the 
engine speed and sound are higher (1500 RPM) for 
less than 1 minute to quickly bring the catalyst to 
efficient operating temperature. The RPM will reduce 
to idle once the temperature is achieved. This is 
normal engine operation under cold start conditions.
•    What this does?  This heats up the catalytic 
converter faster to reduce emissions and allows 
Mazda to use an exhaust header on the engine (to 
improve efficiency and horsepower).
•    Shut the engine OFF by making sure the vehicle is in park (A / T) and 
setting the parking brake, then push the START/STOP ENGINE button.
•    Activate Accessories (ACC ) by pushing the START/STOP ENGINE 
button once without pushing the clutch or brake pedal. 
•    Turn the ignition to the ON position by pushing the START/STOP 
ENGINE button twice without pushing the clutch or brake pedal.
START/STOP 
Indicator Light
NOTE: Yo u   can drive 
the vehicle during AWS 
activation, no need to wait.
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Information Display
INFO
Toggle the INFO button up or down on steering wheel to cycle through 
different types of information.Push the center of 
the INFO button to  make selections. Push and hold the center of the INFO button 
to reset the currently displayed feature such 
as Average MPH or Average MPG.
Display Screens
Actual displayed information will vary on your vehicle model.
Distance 
to Empty Average 
MPG Current 
MPG Average 
Speed
Information  display
RangeAVGAVGCurrent
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Mazda Connect Infotainment System Mazda Connect Settings
MAZDA CONNECT SETTINGS (if equipped)
To view the different setting screens:
 1   Move the commander switch to the left or right to change tabs.
 2    When the desired tab is highlighted, push the knob of the commander 
switch down.
 3    Turn the dial of the commander switch to scroll down the list.
NOTE: If there is a scroll bar on the right side, there are more items further down.
Use System 
to change the 
brightness of the 
Display between Day 
(bright), Night (dim), 
and AUTO (switches 
from Day to Night 
when headlights are 
turned ON). 
See illumination dimmer 
p p. 31- 32.
The CLOCK tab can 
be used to adjust 
the time, sync the 
clock with GPS, and 
change between   
12 and 24 hr clock.
Use this to turn off 
the display. Touch 
the screen or use 
the commander 
switch to turn   
back on.
Safety Settings
Sound Settings
Vehicle Settings
Clock Settings
System Settings
Device SettingsDisplay Settings
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VOICE CONTROL (if equipped)
Voice control is activated by pushing the TALK button on the steering   
wheel and speaking a command. Voice commands usually contain a verb 
(action word) followed by a noun. Common verbs are “Go to” and “Play”.
Ta l k
NOTE:  After becoming familiar with the system you can skip the voice prompts by 
pushing the TALK button again.
SOME COMMON VOICE COMMANDS ARE:
• Call “name” mobile
• Dial “number”
•   Address-pause-“street 
address, city, state”
•   Help  • 
 Cancel
•   Go Back or Previous
•   Next or Skip
•   Tutorial
•   Scroll/Page Down
•   Scroll/Page Up • 
  Turn Display/Screen Off
•   Select “line number” 
(ex: “Select Four” or 
“Select Line Four”
•   Display Clock
Go to (and one of the following):
•   Home
•   Entertainment
•   Navigation
•   Communication
•   Settings • 
 Messages
•   Contacts
•   Email
•   Phone
•   Call History • 
 Text
•   AM/FM
•   XM
•   CD
•   Bluetooth • 
 AUX
•   USB
•   Pandora
•   Aha
•   Stitcher
Play (and one of the following):
•   AM/FM   
•   XM 
 CD
•   Bluetooth
•   AUX
•   USB
•   Pandora • 
 Aha
•   Stitcher
•   Song
•   Playlist
•   Artist • 
 Album
•   Genre
•   Folder
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Bluetooth
®
PAIRING YOUR BLUETOOTH® PHONE OR AUDIO DEVICE
With Mazda Connect:
 1      Manually turn Bluetooth on your phone or  
audio device.
 2  Select Communication from Home screen.
 3  Select Settings.
 4  Select Bluetooth.
 5  Select Add New Device to display the message and switch to the device 
operation. If this option is grayed out, make sure Bluetooth is turned on at 
the top of the menu.
 6  Using the device, perform a search for the Bluetooth® device  
(Peripheral device).
 7    Select “Mazda” from the device list searched by the device. 
    •  Device with Bluetooth® version 2.0 - Input the displayed 4-digit pairing code 
into the device. 
    •  Device with Bluetooth
® version 2.1 or higher - Verify the displayed 6-digit 
code on the audio unit is also displayed on the device, and touch the Yes 
on-screen button and then “YES” on the device if needed.
Without Mazda Connect:
 1       Manually turn Bluetooth on your phone or audio device.
 2   Push and release the TALK button on the steering 
wheel (wait for beep).
 3  From main menu, say, “Setup,” then “Pairing Options.”
 4  S a y,  “ P a i r.”
 5  Say a four-digit code (i.e., “1, 2, 3, 4”).
 6  Place phone in discovery mode; if necessary, consult   
your phone’s manual or go to www.mazdausa.com/bluetooth.   
Select model, Bluetooth, and follow screen prompts.
 7  After phone is recognized, you will be prompted to name the paired phone.
NOTE: 
•  For safety reasons, you cannot pair a phone while driving.
•    Before pairing your cell phone or audio device, you must manually turn on   
the device’s Bluetooth
® function. Refer to the owner’s manual for your device.
•     For customer service and device compatibility, visit   
http://infotainment.mazdahandsfree.com or call 800-430-0153.
•   IMPORTANT:  Set the volume level on your cell phone or audio device to the highest 
level before distortion starts, then adjust the volume on the vehicle’s audio system.
•    When in range of another Wi-Fi device, the Bluetooth connection between your 
phone and the system may disconnect for a short time if you have Wi-Fi enabled 
Turn off Wi-Fi on your phone if needed.
Talk
Pick-up Hang up
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PAIRING YOUR BLUETOOTH® PHONE OR AUDIO DEVICE
TO MAKE OR RECEIVE A HANDS-FREE CALL
 button: To receive/swap a call.
 button:  To make a call (push and   
say “Phone”) or to skip 
vehicle voice guidance   
and allow user to speak  next voice command.
 button:  To end/reject a call. Automatic Bluetooth  
Reconnection:
On engine start, the last connected   
device will automatically be   
re-connected after several seconds.   
To switch phones, go to Device   
Settings and select Bluetooth.
NOTE: Some phone models do not support all features. If your phone or   
device does not pair, please visit www.MazdaUSA.com/bluetooth or contact   
(800) 430-0153 for further assistance or to report a phone/audio device concern.
NOTE: For connection issues, please confirm the Bluetooth 
connection status by making sure there is cell phone icon on the   
audio display (without infotainment) or by making sure there is a battery and  
signal strength icon in the top right corner of the screen (with infotainment).  
Some phones will turn off the Bluetooth signal after connecting the USB cable  
to the vehicle or after downloading an update.
•    If not displayed, check your phone and make sure Bluetooth is turned on   
(or discoverable) in the Settings menu. Detailed instructions for some   
phones are available online.
•    If there is still no connection, delete the pairing data on the system and   
your phone and try again after confirming your cell phone is compatible at 
www.MazdaUSA.com/bluetooth.
The following icons are displayed on the touchscreen during a call:
   Displays the 
Communication 
screen.
  Ends a call.
  Transfers a call from 
hands‐free to the 
mobile phone.
  Transfers a call from 
the mobile phone 
to hands‐free.
  Mutes the call. 
  Calls another person 
during a call and 
creates a 3‐way 
call. Select the 
contact from one of 
the following: Call 
History, Contacts 
(from phonebook), 
or Dial (from 
numerical keypad).
  Joins the call on hold 
to make a 3‐way call.
  Switches the 
call on hold.
  Allows transmitting 
DTMF (Dual Tone 
Multi‐Frequency) 
signal via the 
numerical keypad 
(generally to a 
home telephone 
answering machine 
or an automated 
guidance call center).
For phones compatible with SMS and MMS:
 8
    (Call History) Incoming/Outgoing history for the device is downloaded 
automatically as well as your Phonebook. 
 9  (Devices compatible with Mazda SMS function) SMS (Short Message 
Service) messages and MMS (Multimedia Message Service) messages 
for the device are downloaded automatically. Permission may be 
required, depending on the mobile device . Refer to your cell phone 
manufacturer for assistance with the cell phone permissions.
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Navigation System
To plan a route on your Navigation system, do the following:
 1 Push the NAV  button on the commander switch.
  2 Select  NEW DESTINATION .
 3  Select  Find Address .
NOTE: By default, the navigation system detects the country and city/town   
you are in. If needed, you can change the country or state setting by selecting 
Country or a new city/town by selecting City or Zip code.
  4 Enter the street name.
  5   Enter the house number, then select the .
  6     The system transitions to a screen where the input location can be 
checked. To transition to the next screen, select 
 Select  or to transition 
to the previous screen, select .
NAVIGATION SYSTEM (if equipped)
Planning A Route
ICON Voice Control Purpose
  Hide/Show 
Menu Bar To open and close the Menu bar.
Enter 
Destination To enter an address or favorite destination, or select 
 
a place of interest or a location on the map.
Navigation 
Information To switch to the navigation information screen on 
 
which items such as traffic information and GPS 
reception conditions.
Cancel To cancel an existing way point/route.
Point of 
Interest To find places nearby.
Route Options To display the route parameters and full length of  
route. Perform route-related actions such as edit 
or cancel, pick route alternatives, avoid parts, add 
destination to Favorites.
View Mode
To change the map mode  
(2D north up / 2D heading up / 3D).
Settings
To adjust the navigation settings.
I M P O R TA N T: 
•   In the interest of safety and to reduce distractions 
while you are driving, you should always plan a 
route before you start driving.
•   To adjust the volume of the navigation system voice while driving, adjust the 
volume by turning the VOL knob when voice guidance is being given. To prompt 
voice guidance, push the NAVI button to repeat the last instruction. 
•   For issues with the navigation system, visit   
http://infotainment.mazdahandsfree.com or call 800-430-0153.
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Lane Departure Warning System
LANE DEPARTURE WARNING SYSTEM (LDWS) (if equipped)
The LDWS recognizes painted lane lines on a road using the forward 
sensing camera (FSC) installed to the windshield. If the vehicle deviates 
from its lane at speeds above 44 mph, the system alerts the driver using 
the following indicators.
Use the LDWS switch to 
turn system ON or OFF
WARNING: LDWS is only a supplementary 
system to warn the driver that the vehicle may be 
deviating from its lane, however the LDWS has 
limitations. Do not rely solely on the LDWS. Relying 
solely on the LDWS may cause an unexpected 
accident resulting in death or serious injury. Always 
pay attention to the direction in which the vehicle is 
traveling and drive safely.
NOTE:  Any driver input (e.g., turn signal, steering or acceleration) will cancel warning.
NOTE: Yo u   can change the warning indicator between a rumble or beeping sound in 
the vehicle personalization features.
Indicator Light Active Driving Display Condition
No indicator light
The painted lane lines 
on the road are not 
recognized or the 
vehicle speed is less 
than 44 mph
No indicator light
The painted lane  
lines are recognized  
at vehicle speeds of  
44 mph or more
Flashes + 
warning sound  OR
   Warning is triggered  
when vehicle deviates 
from its lane
 
OR
   LDWS OFF
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Audio Controls (with Mazda Connect)
AUDIO OPERATION
The following icons are displayed on the screen:
 
  SOURCES
: Displays Audio menu   
to change audio source (FM / AM 
/ XM / Aha / Pandora / Stitcher / 
Bluetooth / USB / CD / AUX).
 
   AUTO MEMORY:
 Displays a  
list of 10 strongest radio stations. 
Because station strength 
changes as you drive, select 
Update Station List icon to 
re-scan for strong stations.
 
   FAVORITES:
 Displays list of  
your favorite AM, FM, and XM  
radio stations.  
  
HD RADIO:
 Switches HD Radio   
On /O f f. 
 
   SCAN:
 Scans radio stations or 
songs (scanning stops at each one 
for 5 seconds). Select again to stop.
 
   TUNER:
 Displays manual radio tuner.
 
   TAG :
 Saves artist and title 
and sends them to your Apple 
device (for Apple devices 
with USB use only). 
 
   SEEK PREVIOUS/NEXT:
 
 
   Selects previous or next  
receivable radio station or song. 
Press and hold to change radio 
station continually.
 
   SETTINGS:
 Adjusts the audio 
quality level (bass, treble, etc.).
The following icons are displayed 
on the CD screen only:
 
   TRACK LIST
: Displays the track 
list of the CD.
 
   R E P E AT
: Repeats the current 
song. Select again to stop.
 
   SHUFFLE
: Plays the songs on   
the CD in random order. Select 
again to stop.
 
   P L AY/ PAU S E
: Plays and Pauses 
the CD.
Playing Bluetooth® (BT) Audio
 1    Make sure BT audio device is paired to  
your vehicle (pp 13-14).
   2    Turn on BT audio device.
   3    Select Bluetooth from Sources.
See your Owner’s Manual for further information on:
    · Pandora · Aha · Stitcher
BLUETOOTH® AUDIO
Bluetooth® enabled phones and audio players 
provide an opportunity to play music through the 
audio system with no wires attached.
Some phone models do not support all features.   
Go to http://infotainment.mazdahandsfree.com 
or contact (800) 430-0153  for further assistance 
or to report a phone /MP3 device concern.
NOTE:•   New Mazda 
vehicles equipped 
with SiriusXM
® Satellite Radio will 
receive an introductory subscription  with a limited term trial offer to over 150 
channels of SiriusXM Satellite Radio.  Enjoy commercial-free music, plus 
sports, news, entertainment, and ever y  premium channel in your vehicle. Call  877-447-0011 to activate. See the 
Owner’s Manual and/or dealer for details.
•    In order to use Aha, Pandora and 
Stitcher as audio sources, the App must  be installed on your phone. These Apps 
stream music using your data plan and  listening to them counts towards your 
monthly cellular data usage.
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Audio Controls (with Mazda Connect)
AUDIO OPERATION USING VOICE
Audio operation and media selection 
can be done using voice. Push the 
“TALK” button on the steering wheel,  wait for a beep, then say a command in a clear, natural voice (not too fast or 
too slow). Some common commands 
are listed below.
Play (and any of the following):
AM, FM, XM, CD, Bluetooth, Aha,  Pandora, Stitcher, USB, AUX
Play or Resume / Pause or 
Stop / Next or Previous
Play (and any of the following):
Song, Playlist 
Artist 
Tune to Station 
Tune to Channel Number (XM)
HD RADIO
HD radio has a special 
receiver which allows it to 
receive digital broadcasts 
(where available) in addition  to the analog broadcasts  it already receives. Digital broadcasts have better 
sound quality than analog  broadcasts as digital 
broadcasts provide free, 
crystal clear audio.
When the HD radio button is ON (red), there could be 
a noticeable difference in  sound quality and volume  when a change from digital to analog signals occurs.  If the sound quality and 
volume becomes noticeably 
diminished or cuts off,  select the HD button to turn 
OFF HD radio (not red).
GRACENOTE
The Gracenote media database is used to improve  voice recognition of artist and album names with the Mazda Hands Free system. To make best use of the 
voice recognition, install the most recent database.
  1   Load the Gracenote update on a memory stick 
from www.MazdaUSA.com/USB. Insert the 
memory stick into the USB port.
 2  Go to System Settings in the infotainment system.
  3   Select Music Database Update.
NOTE: To use BT audio, make sure the musical 
icon is displayed by going to  Bluetooth in Device 
settings. Some Bluetooth® audio devices need a 
certain amount of time before the icon is displayed.
NOTE: Push the TALK button and say “Help” at any time to hear a list of 
available commands.
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