light MAZDA MODEL MX-5 2020 Owners Manual (in English)

▼Sunlight/Temperature Sensor
Sunlight sensor
Do not place objects on the sunlight
sensor. Otherwise, the interior temperature
may not adjust correctly.
Sunlight sensor
Interior temperature sensor
Do not cover the interior temperature
sensor. Otherwise, the interior temperature
may not adjust correctly.
Interior temperature sensor
Interior Features
Climate Control System
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Volume/Display/Sound Controls
Volume dial
Commander s
witch Audio control switch
Volume switch
▼Volume adjustment
Turn the commander switch volume dial.
The volume switch on the steering switch
can also be pressed.
NOTE
Press the volume dial to mute and pause.
However, while an audio source which
cannot be paused such as FM radio is
playing, only mute is available. Press the
volume dial again to resume the audio.
▼Display setting
Select the icon on the home screen to
display the Settings screen.
Select the
tab to select the item you
would like to change.
Display OFF/Clock
The center display can be turned off.
Select
to turn the display off.
When
is
selected the center display turns off and
the clock is displayed.
The center display can be turned back on
as follows:
Touch the center display.
Operate the commander switch.
Daytime/nighttime (System) screen
setting
The daytime or nighttime screen can be
selected.
:
(With auto-light control)
Switches screen automatically according
to parking lights illumination condition.
However, when the light sensor detects
that the surrounding area is bright such as
when the parking lights are turned on in
the daytime, the screen is switched to the
daytime screen
*1
(Without auto-light control)
Switches screen automatically according
to parking lights illumination condition.
*1
: Daytime screen setting
: Nighttime screen setting
*1 The display is constantly on daytime screen when the illumination dimmer
is cancelled.
Brightness a djustment
Adjust the center disp lay brightness using
the slider.
Interior Features
Audio Set
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Settings
NOTE
Depending on the grade and specification, the screen display may differ.
Select the
icon on the home screen and display the Settings screen.
Switch the tab and select the setting item you want to change.
You can customize settings in the setup display as follows:
Ta b Item Function
Display Refer to Volume/Display/Sound Controls on page 5-23.
Safety Smart City Brake Support
Blind Spot Monitoring System
Other Refer to Personalization Features on page
9-9.
Sound Refer to Volume/Display/Sound Controls on page 5-23.
Clock Adjust Time
Displays the currently s
et time is displayed.
Press
to advance the hour /minute, and select to move the hour/minute back.
AM/PM can only be selected with the 12-hour
clock display.
GPS Sync Synchronizes with GPS when turned on.
When turned off, the time can be changed
from “Adjust Time”.
Time Format Changes the display between 12 and 24-hour
clock time.
Time Zone Select When it's not synchr
onized with GPS, select
the region you want to specify.
Daylight Savings Time Turns the daylight savin
g time setting on/off.
When ON, the time advances 1 hour. When
OFF, it returns to normal time.
Vehicle Rain Sensing Wiper
Door Locks
Other Refer to Personalization Features on page
9-9.
Interior Features
Audio Set
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Applications
NOTE
Depending on the grade and specification, the screen display may differ.
Select the
icon on the home screen to display the Applications screen. The following
information can be verified.
Top screen ItemFunction
SiriusXM Travel Link ―Refer to How to use SiriusXM
Travel Link
® on page 5-32.
Fuel Economy Monitor Fuel Consumption DisplayRefer to Fuel Economy Monitor
on page 4-69.
Vehicle Status Monitor Warning Guid‐
ance
Warnings currently active can be
verified. Refer to If a Warning Light
Turns On or Flashes on page
7-33.
Maintenance Scheduled Maintenance
Tire Rotation
Oil Change Refer to Maintenance Monitor
on page 6-15.
Apple CarPlay ―Refer to How to use Apple Car‐
Play™ on page 5-40.
Android Auto ―Refer to How to use Android
Auto™ mode on page 5-43.
Interior Features
Audio Set
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FM characteristics
An FM broadcast range is usually about
40―50 km (25―30 miles) from the
source. Because of extra coding needed to
break the sound into 2 channels, stereo FM
has even less range than monaural
(non-stereo) FM.
FM Station
40—50km
(25—30 miles)
Signals from an FM transmitter are similar
to beams of light because they do not bend
around corners, but they do reflect. Unlike
AM signals, FM signals cannot travel
beyond the horizon. Therefore, FM
stations cannot be received at the great
distances possible with AM reception.
AM wave
FM wave
FM wave
100—200 km (60—120 miles) Ionosphere
Atmospheric conditions can also affect
FM reception. High humidity will cause
poor reception. However, cloudy days may
provide better reception than clear days.
Multipath noise
Since FM signals can be reflected by
obstructions, it is possible to receive both
the direct signal and the reflected signal at
the same time. This causes a slight delay
in reception and may be heard as a broken
sound or a distortion. This problem may
also be encountered when in close
proximity to the transmitter.
Reflected wave
Direct
Flutter/Skip noise
Signals from an FM transmitter move in
straight lines and become weak in valleys
between tall buildings, mountains, and
other obstacles. When a vehicle passes
through such an area, the reception
conditions may change suddenly, resulting
in annoying noise.
Interior Features
Appendix
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Sunvisors
When you need a sunvisor, lower it for use
in front.
▼Vanity Mirrors
To use the vanity mirror, lower the
sunvisor.
Interior Lights
NOTE
Do not leave the lights on for long periods
while the engine is turned off. Otherwise
the battery power could be depleted.
Overhead Light
Switch Posi‐tion Overhead Light
Light off
Light is on when any door is openLight is on or off when the illumi‐
nated entry system is on
Light on

Trunk Light
The trunk light is on when the lid is open
and off when it's closed.

Interior Features
Interior Equipment
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NOTE
To prevent the battery from being
discharged, do not leave the trunk open
for a long period when the engine is not
running.
▼Illuminated Entry System
The overhead lights turn on when any of
the following operations is done with the
overhead light switch in the DOOR
position.
The driver's door is unlocked with the
ignition is switched OFF.
The ignition is switched OFF with all
doors closed.
NOTE
The illumination time differs depending
on the operation.
Battery saver
If an interior light is left on with the
ignition switched OFF, the light is
turned off automatically after about 30
minutes to prevent battery depletion.
The operation of the illuminated entry
system can be changed.
Refer to Personalization Features on
page 9-9.
Accessory Socket
The accessory socket is located deep in the
back of the footwell on the passenger side.
Only use genuine Mazda accessories or
the equivalent requiring no greater than
120 W (DC 12 V, 10 A).
The ignition must be switched to ACC or
ON.

CAUTION
 To prevent accessory socket damage or
electrical failure, pay attention to the
following:
 Do not use accessories that require
more than 120 W (DC 12 V, 10 A).
 Do not use accessories that are not
genuine Mazda accessories or the
equivalent.
 Close the cover when the accessory
socket is not in use to prevent foreign
objects and liquids from getting into
the accessory socket.
 Correctly insert the plug into the
accessory socket.
 Do not insert the cigarette lighter into
the accessory socket.
Interior Features
Interior Equipment
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Noise may occur on the audio playback
depending on the device connected to
the accessory socket.
 Depending on the device connected to
the accessory socket, the vehicle's
electrical system may be affected, which
could cause the warning light to
illuminate. Disconnect the connected
device and make sure that the problem is
resolved. If the problem is resolved,
disconnect the device from the socket
and switch the ignition off. If the problem
is not resolved, consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
NOTE
To prevent discharging of the battery, do
not use the socket for long periods with the
engine off or idling.
Interior Features
Interior Equipment
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Storage Compartments
WARNING
Keep storage boxes closed when driving:
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.
Do not put articles in storage spaces with
no lid:
Putting articles in storage spaces with no
lid is dangerous as they could be thrown
around the cabin if th e vehicle is suddenly
accelerated and cause injury depending on
how the article is stored.
CAUTION
Do not leave lighters or eyeglasses 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.
▼Console Box
To use, open the lid.
▼Seat Side Box
CAUTION
When using the rear console cup holders,
remove any cups before opening the seat
side box.
If the seat side box is opened with cups still
in them, the lid will hit the cups and cause
the contents to spill.
To open, press the latch down to open the
seat side box.
Insert the auxiliary key and turn it
clockwise to lock, counterclockwise to
unlock.
Lock
Unlock
Interior Features
Interior Equipment
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▼Back Trim Storage Box
Small items can be stored in the back trim
storage box.
(Soft top model)
(Hardtop model)
To use the back trim storage box
1. Slide the seat all the way forward and
fold the seatback forward.
Refer to Adjusting the Driver's Seat on
page 2-5.
Refer to Adjusting the Passenger's Seat
on page 2-10.
2. Remove the lids.
When finished, return the seat to its
original position and secure it. After
returning the seat to its original position,
make sure the seat is secured by
attempting to lightly move it forward and
backward.
CAUTION
Do not forcefully push objects into the back
trim storage box. Otherwise, the box could
be damaged.
Interior Features
Interior Equipment
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