MAZDA MODEL MX-5 2019 (in English) Repair Manual

A passenger is seated as shown in the following
figure:
Luggage or other items placed under the passe nger seat or between the passenger seat and
driver seat that push up the passenger seat bottom.
 An object, such as a seat cushion, is put on the passenger's seat or between the passenger's
back and the seatback.
 A seat cover is put on the passenger's seat.
 Luggage or other items are placed on the seat with the child in the child-restraint system.
 The seat is washed.
 Liquids are spilled on the seat.
 The passenger seat is moved backward, pushing into luggage or other items placed behind
it.
 Luggage or other items are placed between the passenger seat and driver seat.
 An electric device is put on the passenger's seat.
 An additional electrical device, such as a seat warmer is installed to the surface of the
passenger seat.
The passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner systems will deactivate if the
passenger air bag deactivation indicator light turns on.
Essential Safety Equipment
SRS Air Bags
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CAUTION
To assure proper deployment of the front air bag and to prevent damage to the sensor in
the seat cushion:
 Do not place sharp objects on the seat cushion or leave heavy luggage on them.
 Do not spill any liquids on the seats or under the seats.
 To allow the sensors to function properly, always perform the following:
 Adjust the seats as far back as possible and always sit upright against the seatbacks with
seat belts worn properly.
 If you place your child on the passenger seat , secure the child-restraint system properly
and slide the passenger seat as far back as possible.
NOTE
The system requires about 10 seconds to alternate between turning the passenger front
and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner system on or off.
The passenger air bag deactivation indicator li ght may turn on repeatedly if luggage or
other items are put on the passenger seat, or if the temperature of the vehicle's interior
changes suddenly.
The passenger air bag deactivation indicator light may turn on for 10 seconds if the
electrostatic capacity on the passenger seat changes.
The air bag/seat belt pretensioner system wa rning light might turn on if the passenger
seat receives a severe impact.
If the passenger air bag deactivation indicator light does not turn on after installing a
child-restraint system on the passenger seat, first, re-install your child-restraint system
according to the procedure in this owner's manual. Then, if the passenger air bag
deactivation indicator light still does not turn on, and consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer as soon as possible.
If the passenger air bag deactivation indicato r light turns on when an occupant is seated
directly in the passenger seat, have the passenger re-adjust their posture by sitting with
their feet on the floor, and then re-fasteni ng the seat belt. If the passenger air bag
deactivation indicator light remains turned on, slide the passenger seat as far back as
possible. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
Essential Safety Equipment
SRS Air Bags
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Constant Monitoring
The following components of the air bag systems are monitored by a diagnostic system:

Front air bag sensors
Crash sensors, and diagnostic module (SAS unit)
Side crash sensors
Air bag modules
Seat belt pretensioners
Air bag/Seat belt pretensioner system warning light
Related wiring
(With Passenger Occupant Classification System)
Passenger occupant classification sensor
Passenger occupant classification module
Passenger air bag deactivation indicator light

The diagnostic module continuously monitors the system's readin ess. This begins when the
ignition is switched ON and contin ues while the vehicle is being driven.
Essential Safety Equipment
SRS Air Bags
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MEMO
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3Before Driving
Use of various features, including keys, doors, mirrors and windows.
Keys.................................................... 3-2 Keys.............................................. 3-2
Keyless Entry System................... 3-3
Advanced Keyless Entry
System.................................................3-9 Advanced Keyless Entry System
*.....
...................................................... 3-9
Operational Range...................... 3-10
Doors and Locks.............................. 3-11 Door Locks................................. 3-11
Trunk Lid................. ................... 3-19
Inside Trunk Release Lever
*...... 3-21
Fuel and Emission........................... 3-23 Fuel and Engine Exhaust
Precautions................................. 3-23
Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap.............. 3-26
Mirrors............................................. 3-28 Mirrors........................................ 3-28
Windows........................................... 3-31 Power Windows..........................3-31
Convertible Top (Soft Top)............. 3-34 Convertible Top (Sof t Top).........3-34
Convertible Top (Hardtop)............. 3-39
Convertible Top (Har dtop)......... 3-39
Security System............................... 3-44 Modification and Add-On
Equipment...................................3-44
Immobilizer System....................3-44
Theft-Deterrent System
*.............3-46
Driving Tips..................................... 3-48 Break-In Period.......................... 3-48
Saving Fuel and Protection of the
Environment............................... 3-48
Hazardous Driving.... ..................3-49
Floor Mat.................................... 3-49
Rocking the Vehicle....................3-50
Winter Driving............................3-50
Driving In Flooded A rea............ 3-52
Overloading................................ 3-53
Driving on Uneven Road............ 3-54
Towing.............................................. 3-55 Trailer Towing............................ 3-55
Recreational Towing................... 3-55
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Keys
WA R N I N G
Do not leave the key in your vehicle with
children and keep them in a place where
your children will not find or play with
them:
Leaving children in a vehicle with the key is
dangerous. This could result in someone
being badly injured or even killed. Children
may find these keys to be an interesting toy
to play with and could cause the power
windows or other controls to operate, or
even make the vehicle move.
CAUTION
Because the key (transmitter) uses
low-intensity radio waves, it may not
function correctly under the following
conditions:
 The key is carried with communication
devices such as cellular phones.
 The key contacts or is covered by a
metal object.
 The key is near electronic devices such
as personal computers.
 Non-Mazda genuine electronic
equipment is installed in the vehicle.
 There is equipment which discharges
radio waves near the vehicle.
 The key (transmitter) may consume
battery power excessively if it receives
high-intensity radio waves. Do not place
the key near electronic devices such as
televisions or personal computers.
 To avoid damage to the key
(transmitter), DO NOT:
 Drop the key.
 Get the key wet.
 Disassemble the key.
 Expose the key to high temperatures
on places such as the dashboard or
hood, under direct sunlight.
 Expose the key to any kind of magnetic
field.
 Place heavy objects on the key.
 Put the key in an ultrasonic cleaner.
 Put any magnetized objects close to
the key.

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 Authorized Mazda Dealer 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
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Keys
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To use the auxiliary key, pull out the
auxiliary key from th e transmitter while
pressing the knob.
Knob
Keyless Entry System
This system uses the key buttons to
remotely lock and unlock the doors and
the fuel-filler lid, and opens the trunk lid.
The system can start the engine without
having to take the key out of your purse or
pocket.
It can also help you signal for attention or
help.
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 Authorized
Mazda Dealer, according to the indication.
KEY Warning Light (Red)
Refer to Warning/Indicator Lights on
page 4-26.
Ignition Not Switched Off (STOP)
Warning Beep
Refer to Ignition Not Switched Off
(STOP) Warning Beep on page 7-50.
Key Removed from Vehicle Warning
Beep
Refer to Key Removed from Vehicle
Warning Beep on page 7-50.
If you have a problem with the key,
consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

If your key is lost or stolen, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible for a replacement and to make the
lost or stolen k ey inoperative.
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Keys
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CAUTION
Radio equipment like this is governed by
laws in the United States.
Changes or modifications 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/fuel-filler lid 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
6-33).
Battery life is about one year. Replace
the battery with a new one if the KEY
indicator light (green) flashes in the
instrument cluster (for vehicles with a
type A instrument cluster (page 4-26),
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 flash depending on the rate of battery
depletion.
Additional keys can be obtained at an
Authorized Mazda Dealer. Up to 6 keys
can be used with the keyless functions
per vehicle. Bring all keys to an
Authorized Mazda Dealer when
additional keys are required.
▼Tr a n s m i t t e r
Operation buttons
Operation indicator light
NOTE
The headlights turn on/off by operating
the transmitter. Refer to Leaving Home
Light on page 4-48.
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Keys
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(With theft-deterrent system)
The hazard warning lights flash when
the theft-deterrent system is armed or
turned off.
Refer to Theft-Deterrent System on page
3-46.
(With the advanced keyless function)
A beep sound can be heard for
confirmation when the doors and the
fuel-filler lid are locked/unlocked using
the key. If you prefer, the beep sound can
be turned off.
The volume of the beep sound can also
be changed.
Refer to Personalization Features on
page 9-9.
Use the following procedure to change the
setting.
1. Switch the ignition off and close both of the doors and the trunk lid.
2. Open the driver's door.
3. Within 30 seconds of opening the driver's door, press and hold the LOCK
button on the key for 5 seconds or
longer (Both of the doors and the
fuel-filler lid are locked and unlocked
when the LOCK button on the key is
pressed and held for five seconds.).
The beep sound activates at the
currently set volume. The setting
changes each time the LOCK button on
the key is pressed and the beep sound
activates at the set volume. (If the beep
sound has been set to not activate, it
will not activate.)
4. The setting change is completed by
doing any one of the following:
Switching the ign ition to ACC or
ON.
Closing the driver's door.
Opening the trunk lid.
Not operating the key for 10
seconds.
Pressing any button except the
LOCK button on the key.
Pressing a request switch.
The operation indicator light flashes when
the buttons are pressed.
Lock button
To lock the doors and the fuel-filler lid,
press the lock button and the hazard
warning lights will flash once.
(With the advanced k eyless function)
A beep sound will be heard once.

To confirm that both doors and the
fuel-filler lid have be en locked, press the
lock button again within 5 seconds. If they
are closed and locked, the horn will sound.
NOTE
The doors and the fuel-filler lid can be
locked by pressing the lock button while
any other door or the trunk lid is open.
The hazard warning lights will not flash.
When the lock button is pressed while
any door is open and then the door is
closed, both the doors and the fuel-filler
lid are locked.
Confirm that both doors and the
fuel-filler lid are locked visually or
audibly by use of the double click.
Make sure both doors and the fuel-filler
lid are locked after pressing the button.
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(With theft-deterrent system)
When the doors are locked by pressing
the lock button on the key while the
theft-deterrent system is armed, the
hazard warning lights will flash once to
indicate that the system is armed.
Unlock button
To unlock the driver's door and the
fuel-filler lid, press the unlock button and
the hazard warning ligh ts will flash twice.
(With the advanced keyless function)
A beep sound will be heard twice.

To unlock both doors and the fuel-filler
lid, press the unlock b utton again within 3
seconds and two more beep sounds will be
heard.
NOTE
The system can be set to unlock both
doors by performing a single operation.
Refer to Personalization Features on
page 9-9.
Use the following procedure to change
the setting.
1. Switch the ignition off and close both of the doors and the trunk lid.
2. Open the driver's door.
3. Within 30 seconds of opening the driver's door, press and hold the
UNLOCK button on the key for 5
seconds or longer (the sound of the
doors locking/unlocking can be
heard).
After this, the system switches the
setting each time the UNLOCK
button is pressed (the sound of the
doors locking/unlocking can be
heard).
4. The setting change is completed by doing any one of the following:
Switching the igni tion to ACC or
ON.
Closing the driver's door.
Opening the trunk lid.
Not operating the key for 10
seconds.
Pressing any button except the
UNLOCK button on the key.
Pressing a request switch.
(Auto re-lock function)
After unlocking with the key, both doors
and the fuel-filler lid will automatically
lock if any of the following operations
are not performed within about 60
seconds. If your vehicle has a
theft-deterrent system, the hazard
warning lights will flash for
confirmation.
The time required for the doors to lock
automatically can be changed.
Refer to Personalization Features on
page 9-9.
A door or the trunk lid is opened.
The ignition is switched to any
position other than off.
(With theft-deterrent system)
When the doors are unlocked by
pressing the unlock button on the key
while the theft-deterrent system is turned
off, the hazard warning lights will flash
twice to indicate that the system is
turned off.
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