window MAZDA MODEL MX-5 MIATA 2004 Owners Manual

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Your Vehicle at a Glance
Form No. 8S15-EA-03G
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 5-18)
(page 5-31)
(page 5-15)
(page 5-32) (page 5-33)
(page 5-15)
(page 5-36)
(page 6-9)
(page 5-10)
(page 6-62)
(page 3-14)
(page 3-17)
(page 5-2)
(page 6-2) (page 5-5)
(page 6-60) (page 6-61) (page 6-62)
(page 2-20)
*Some models.
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Your Vehicle at a Glance
Form No. 8S15-EA-03G
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
Rear window defroster
Trunk lid
High-mount brake light
License plate
lights/Trunk lights
Reverse lights
Convertible top
Antenna
(page 3-10)
(page 8-32)
(page 8-32)
(page 8-32) (page 5-35)
(page 3-2)
(page 8-28)
(page 8-32)
(page 8-32) (page 3-15) (page 6-9)
(page 3-18)
(page 8-25)
(page 8-22)
(page 3-17)
(page 8-32) (page 8-32) (page 8-32) (page 3-32) (page 3-14)
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Form No. 8S15-EA-03G
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 ................................................................................. 3-10
Trunk Release Handle ............................................................. 3-12
Power Windows ....................................................................... 3-14
Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap ........................................................... 3-15
Hood ........................................................................................ 3-17
Convertible Top ....................................................................... 3-18
Detachable Hardtop* ............................................................... 3-23
Security System ........................................................................... 3-29
Immobilizer System* .............................................................. 3-29
Mirrors ......................................................................................... 3-32
Mirrors ..................................................................................... 3-32
*Some models.
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Knowing Your Mazda
Form No. 8S15-EA-03G
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
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.
NOTE
(With immobilizer system)
Refer to Immobilizer System (page
3-29) for information regarding keys
and engine starting on vehicles
equipped with the immobilizer
system.
WARNING
Key code number plate
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Doors and Locks
Form No. 8S15-EA-03G

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
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
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Doors and Locks
Form No. 8S15-EA-03G
The ignition switch must be in the ON
position for the power windows to
operate.

Operating the Driver’s Side
Power Window
Opening/closing
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.
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
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
Open
Close
Left
window
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Doors and Locks
Form No. 8S15-EA-03G

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.
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. Additionally, use of the
incorrect fuel filler cap or not using a
fuel filler cap may result in fuel leak,
which could result in serious burns or
death in an accident.
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
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Doors and Locks
Form No. 8S15-EA-03G
•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
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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
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Doors and Locks
Form No. 8S15-EA-03G
9. If the rear window defroster coupler is disconnected, connect the coupler.

Taking Care of the Top
Refer to convertible top maintenance
(page 8-45) 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
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