window MAZDA MODEL MX-5 MIATA 2003 Owners Manual

1-2
Your Vehicle at a Glance
Form No. 8R09-EA-02G
Dashboard Overview
Hood release handle
Climate control systemCup holder
Glove box
Shift lever
Parking brake
Audio system
Passenger-side air bag
Hazard warning flasher switch
Fog lights switch Lighting control/Turn signals Instrument cluster
Driver-side air bag
Wiper and washer lever
Ignition switch Ashtray
Center console
Power window
switches
Cruise control switches
Cruise main switch(page 2-20)
(page 5-17)
(page 5-30)
(page 5-14)
(page 5-31) (page 5-32)
(page 5-14)
(page 5-35)
(page 6-10)
(page 5-10)
(page 6-40)
(page 3-13)
(page 3-16)
(page 5-2)
(page 6-2) (page 5-5)
(page 6-38) (page 6-39) (page 6-40)
(page 2-20)
J07R_8R09_EA_02G_Edition4.book Page 2 Monday, February 3, 2003 1:16 PM

1-4
Your Vehicle at a Glance
Form No. 8R09-EA-02G
Exterior Overview
Door and keys
Outside mirrors
Side-marker lights
Headlights
Fuel-filler lid
Tires
Windshield wiper blades
Washer fluid
Hood
Front turn signal lights/
Parking lights Rear turn signal lights
Brake lights/Taillights
Power windows Antenna
Rear window defroster
Trunk lid
High-mount brake light
License plate
lights
Reverse lights
Convertible top
(page 3-9)
(page 8-35)
(page 8-35)
(page 8-35) (page 5-34)
(page 3-2)
(page 8-27)
(page 8-35)
(page 8-35) (page 3-14)
(page 6-10)
(page 3-17)
(page 8-24)
(page 8-22)
(page 3-16)
(page 8-34) (page 8-32) (page 8-34) (page 3-31) (page 3-13)
J07R_8R09_EA_02G_Edition4.book Page 4 Monday, February 3, 2003 1:16 PM

3-1
Form No. 8R09-EA-02G
3Knowing Your Mazda
Explanation of basic operations and controls; opening/closing and adjustment
of various parts.
Doors and Locks .......................................................................... 3- 2
Keys ......................................................................................... 3- 2
Keyless Entry System .............................................................. 3- 3
Door Locks .............................................................................. 3- 7
Trunk Lid ................................................................................. 3- 9
Trunk Release Handle ............................................................. 3-12
Power Windows ....................................................................... 3-13
Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap ........................................................... 3-14
Hood ........................................................................................ 3-16
Convertible Top ....................................................................... 3-17
Detachable Hardtop ................................................................. 3-22
Security System ........................................................................... 3-28
Immobilizer System ................................................................ 3-28
Mirrors ......................................................................................... 3-31
Mirrors ..................................................................................... 3-31
J07R_8R09_EA_02G_Edition4.book Page 1 Monday, February 3, 2003 1:16 PM

3-2
Knowing Your Mazda
Form No. 8R09-EA-02G
Doors and Locks
The keys operate all locks.
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.
Also write down the code number and
keep it in another safe and handy place,
but not in the vehicle.
If your key is lost, consult your
Authorized Mazda Dealer with the code
number ready.Keys
Keys and Children:
Leaving children in a vehicle with the
ignition key is dangerous. This could
result in someone being badly injured
or even killed. They could play with
power windows or other controls, or
even make the vehicle move. Don’t
leave the keys in your vehicle with
children.
(With immobilizer system)
• To avoid damage to the key, do not:

Drop the key.
 Get the key wet.
 Expose the key to any kind of
magnetic field.
 Expose the key to high
temperatures on places such as
the dashboard or hood, under
direct sunlight.
• When starting the engine, do not let
the following materials touch or
come near the key grip. The engine
may not start:

Spare keys.
 Keys for other vehicles equipped
with an immobilizer system.
 Metal objects that touch or pass
through the hole in the key.
 Devices for electronic purchases,
and security passage.
WARNING
CAUTION
Key code number plate
Without immobilizer system
Key code number plate
With immobilizer system
J07R_8R09_EA_02G_Edition4.book Page 2 Monday, February 3, 2003 1:16 PM

3-7
Knowing Your Mazda
Doors and Locks
Form No. 8R09-EA-02G

Service
If you have a problem with the keyless
entry system, consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
If your transmitter is lost or stolen, bring
all remaining transmitters to an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible for a replacement and to make
the lost or stolen transmitter inoperative.
Changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void
the user ’s authority to operate the
equipment.
CAUTION
Door Locks
Unattended Children and Pets:
Leaving a child or an animal
unattended in a parked vehicle is
dangerous. In hot weather,
temperatures inside a vehicle can
become high enough to cause brain
damage or even death. Always take all
children and animals with you or
leave a responsible person with them.

Keys and Children:
Leaving children in a vehicle with the
ignition key is dangerous. This could
result in someone being badly injured
or even killed. They could play with
power windows or other controls, or
even make the vehicle move. Don ’t
leave the keys in your vehicle with
children.
Unlocked Doors:
Unlocked doors in a moving vehicle
are dangerous. Passengers can fall
out if a door is accidentally opened
and can more easily be thrown out in
an accident. So keep all doors locked
when driving.
NOTE
Always remove the key from the
ignition switch, close all windows, and
lock all doors when leaving your
vehicle unattended. This discourages
intruders and thieves.
WARNING
J07R_8R09_EA_02G_Edition4.book Page 7 Monday, February 3, 2003 1:16 PM

3-13
Knowing Your Mazda
Doors and Locks
Form No. 8R09-EA-02G

Opening the Trunk Lid from the
Inside
Pull the illuminated "T" shaped handle.
The handle is made of material that will
glow for hours in the darkness of the trunk
following a brief exposure to ambient
light.
The "T" shaped handle is located on the
inside of the trunk end trim. The ignition switch must be in the ON
position for the power windows to
operate.
Always keep the handle firmly
attached to the holder and in the
recessed position. Not securing the
handle this way could allow it to snag
luggage in the trunk and open the trunk
lid.
Handle
CAUTION
Power Windows
Closing Power Windows:
Closing power windows are
dangerous. A person ’s hands, head,
or even neck could be caught by the
window and result in serious injury or
even death.
This warning applies especially to
children. Make sure the opening is
clear before closing a window.
Keys and Children:
Leaving children in a vehicle with the
ignition key is dangerous. This could
result in someone being badly injured
or even killed. They could play with
power windows or other controls, or
even make the vehicle move. Don ’t
leave the keys in your vehicle with
children.
WARNING
J07R_8R09_EA_02G_Edition4.book Page 13 Monday, February 3, 2003 1:16 PM

3-14
Knowing Your Mazda
Doors and Locks
Form No. 8R09-EA-02G

Operating the Driver’s Side
Power Window
To open the window to the desired
position, lightly hold down the switch.
To close the window to the desired
position, lightly pull up the switch.
Auto-opening
To fully open the window automatically,
push the switch completely down.
To stop the window partway, lightly pull
up the switch and then release it.

Operating the Passenger Power
Window
To open the window to the desired
position, hold down the switch.
To close the window to the desired
position, pull up the switch.
Open
Close
Left
window
Close
Open
Right window
Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap
Fuel Spray:
Fuel spray is dangerous. Fuel can
burn skin and eyes and cause illness
when ingested. Fuel spray is released
when there is pressure in the fuel
tank and the fuel cap is removed too
quickly. When removing the fuel cap,
loosen the cap slightly and wait for
any hissing to stop. Then remove it.
Fuel Vapor:
Fuel vapor is dangerous. It could be
ignited by sparks or flames causing
serious burns and injuries. Before
refueling, stop the engine, and always
keep sparks and flames away from the
filler neck.
Always use only a genuine Mazda fuel
cap or an approved equivalent,
available at Authorized Mazda
Dealers. The wrong cap can result in a
serious malfunction of the fuel and
emission control systems. It may also
cause the check engine light in the
instrument cluster to illuminate.
WARNING
CAUTION
J07R_8R09_EA_02G_Edition4.book Page 14 Monday, February 3, 2003 1:16 PM

3-18
Knowing Your Mazda
Doors and Locks
Form No. 8R09-EA-02G
•Before lowering or raising the top, stop
in a safe place off the right-of-way and
park on a level surface.
• Make sure nothing is on the top or near
the back window when raising or
lowering the top.
Even small objects may interfere and
cause damage.
• When lowering the top, make sure
objects inside the vehicle aren
’t blown
away by the wind.
• Secure all loose objects inside before
driving with the top down.
• To help prevent burglary or vandalism
and to ensure that the passenger
compartment stays dry, close the top
securely and lock all doors when
leaving the vehicle.
• Don
’t drive through an automatic car
wash; it may damage the top.
• Don
’t raise or lower the top when the
temperature is below 5 °C (41 ° F) ; this
will damage the top material.
• Don
’t lower the top when it ’s wet. If
the top dries while folded, it will
deteriorate and shrink.
• Lowering the top while it
’s wet can
also cause water to drip into the
passenger compartment.
• Don
’t raise or lower the top when the
wind is strong; the wind could damage
the top.
Lowering the Convertible Top
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and
firmly set the parking brake.
2. Lower the side windows, then turn off the ignition.
3. Pull down the sunvisors.
4. Remove all objects in the top storage area.
Objects in the Storage Area:
Putting heavy or sharp objects in the
top storage area is dangerous.
During a sudden stop or collision,
they can become projectiles that
might hit and injure passengers.
Don ’t place heavy or sharp objects in
the top storage area.
Sunvisor Sunvisor
WARNING
J07R_8R09_EA_02G_Edition4.book Page 18 Monday, February 3, 2003 1:16 PM

3-20
Knowing Your Mazda
Doors and Locks
Form No. 8R09-EA-02G
5. Insert the top covering’s rear edge into
the groove in the body molding.

Raising the Convertible Top
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and
firmly set the parking brake.
2. Lower the side windows, then turn off the ignition.
3. Pull down the sunvisors.
4. Undo the fasteners and straps. 5. Remove the top covering and store it
properly in the trunk.
6. Unlock the top latches and open them fully.
7. Hold the top lift handle and pull the top up and forward until it ’s against the
windshield header.
8. After securely hooking the top latches onto the windshield header, push each
latch up with the palm of your hand
until the lock buttons click and the
latches are locked.
Never drive with the top partially
folded or uncovered. Otherwise the top
and/or the top covering could be
damaged.
Top covering
Body
Molding
CAUTION
Sunvisor Sunvisor
Windshield header
J07R_8R09_EA_02G_Edition4.book Page 20 Monday, February 3, 2003 1:16 PM

3-21
Knowing Your Mazda
Doors and Locks
Form No. 8R09-EA-02G
9. If the rear window defroster coupler is disconnected, connect the coupler.

Taking Care of the Top
Refer to convertible top maintenance
(page 8-46) for information on taking care
of the top.Make sure the top is securely locked
by pushing up on it.
Driving with the top unlocked could
damage the top.
NOTE
Make sure the top is securely locked
by pushing up on it. If it still sounds
loose (rattles) after being locked by the
top latches, have it inspected at an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
CAUTION
Rear window defroster coupler
J07R_8R09_EA_02G_Edition4.book Page 21 Monday, February 3, 2003 1:16 PM