instrument cluster MAZDA MODEL MX-5 MIATA 2006 User Guide

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5Driving Your Mazda
Explanation of instruments and controls.
Starting and Driving ..................................................................... 5-2Ignition Switch .......................................................................... 5-2
Starting the Engine .................................................................... 5-4
Brake System ............................................................................ 5-5
Manual Transmission Operation ............................................... 5-9
Automatic Transmission Controls ........................................... 5-12
Power Steering ........................................................................ 5-19
Cruise Control ......................................................................... 5-19
Traction Control System (TCS)
í........................................... 5-23
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)í........................................ 5-24
Tire Pressure Monitoring Systemí......................................... 5-27
Instrument Cluster and Indicators ............................................ 5-33 Meters and Gauges .................................................................. 5-33
Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds ............................ 5-38 Warning/Indicator Lights ........................................................ 5-38
Beep Sounds ........................................................................... 5-50
Switches and Controls ................................................................ 5-52 Lighting Control ..................................................................... 5-52
Turn and Lane-Change Signals ............................................... 5-54
Fog Lights
í............................................................................ 5-54
Windshield Wipers and Washer .............................................. 5-55
Rear Window Defroster ........................................................... 5-56
Horn ........................................................................................ 5-57
Hazard Warning Flasher .......................................................... 5-57
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Meters and Gauges
Speedometer ...................................................................................................... page 5-34
Odometer, Trip Meter and Trip Meter Selector .................................................. page 5-34
Tachometer ........................................................................................................ page 5-35
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge .................................................................. page 5-35
Fuel Gauge ........................................................................................................ page 5-36
Dashboard illumination ..................................................................................... page 5-37
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge ................................................................................ page 5-36
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qSpeedometer
The speedometer indicates the speed of
the vehicle.
qOdometer, Trip Meter and Trip
Meter Selector
The display mode can be changed
between trip meter A and trip meter B by
pressing the selector while one of them is
displayed. The selected mode will be
displayed.
Trip meter
Odometer
Selector
Trip meter B
Press the selector
Press the selector
Trip meter A Odometer
Odometer
NOTE
The odometer and trip meter can be
displayed as follows even when the
ignition switch is in the ACC or LOCK
position.
lDisplays for 10 minutes after the
ignition switch is turned to the ACC
or LOCK position from the ON
position.
lDisplays for 10 minutes after the
driver's door is opened.
Odometer
The odometer records the total distance
the vehicle has been driven.
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Trip meter
The trip meter can record the total
distance of two trips. One is recorded in
trip meter A, and the other is recorded in
trip meter B.
For instance, trip meter A can record the
distance from the point of origin, and trip
meter B can record the distance from
where the fuel tank is filled.
When trip meter A is selected, pressing
the selector again within one second will
change to trip meter B mode.
When trip meter A is selected, TRIP A
will be displayed. When trip meter B is
selected, TRIP B will be displayed.
The trip meter records the total distance
the vehicle is driven until the meter is
again reset. Return it to“0.0 ”by holding
the selector depressed for more than 1
second. Use this meter to measure trip
distances and to compute fuel
consumption.
NOTE
lOnly the trip meters record tenths of
kilometers (miles).
lThe trip record will be erased when:
lThe power supply is interrupted
(blown fuse or the battery is
disconnected).
lThe vehicle is driven over 999.9
km (mile).
q Tachometer
The tachometer shows engine speed in
thousands of revolutions per minute
(rpm).
Red zone
CAUTION
Don't run the engine with the
tachometer needle in the RED ZONE.
This may cause severe engine damage.
qEngine Coolant Temperature Gauge
The engine coolant temperature gauge
shows the temperature of the engine
coolant.
If the needle is near H, it indicates
overheating.
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CAUTION
Driving with an overheated engine can
cause serious engine damage (page
7-19).
qFuel Gauge
The fuel gauge shows approximately how
much fuel is in the tank. We recommend
keeping the tank over 1/4 full. When the
low fuel warning light illuminates or
when the needle is near E, refuel as soon
as possible.
Low fuel
warning light
NOTE
The direction of the arrow () shown
that the fuel-filler lid is on the left side
of the vehicle.
q Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
Normal range
Engine oil pressure is normal when the
engine oil pressure gauge needle points
within the normal range.
If the needle on the gauge doesn't move
after starting the engine, follow steps 1
through 3.
If the engine oil pressure gauge moves to
L (low) while you are driving, drive to the
side of the road and park off the right-of-
way. Set the parking brake. Then follow
steps 1 through 3.
1. Turn off the engine and inspect the
engine oil level (page 8-16). If it's low,
add oil.
2. Start the engine.
3. If the needle still doesn't move, have your vehicle checked at an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
CAUTION
Don't run the engine if the oil pressure
is low. It could result in extensive
engine damage.
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qDashboard Illumination
When the exterior lights are on, rotate the
knob to adjust the brightness of the
dashboard lights.
Dim
Bright
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qAdvanced Keyless Warning (with
Advanced Key)
Warning indicators for the advanced key,
such as “the advanced key removed from
vehicle warning ”, use a beep sound and
warning/indicator lights in the instrument
cluster.
Refer to Warning and Beep Sounds on
page 3-18.
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Flat Tire
Either run-flat tires or conventional tires
are equipped on your Mazda depending
on the specification, therefore the
procedure for repairing a flat tire differs
depending on the type of tire. Before
driving, make sure which type of tire is
equipped on your Mazda. If you cannot
identify your tire type, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
qHow to identify your tire type
Run-flat tire
A run-flat tire has a “RFT ”mark on the
side wall.
Conventional tire
A conventional tire does not have a
“ RFT ”mark on the side wall.
q Vehicle with run-flat tires
WARNING
Vehicle Handling When Flat Tire
Warning Light Illuminates:
When the flat tire warning light
illuminates or the tire pressure
warning beep sound is heard, it is
dangerous to drive the vehicle at high
speeds, or perform sudden
maneuvering or braking. Vehicle
drivability could worsen and result in
an accident.
When the flat tire warning light
illuminates or the tire pressure
warning beep sound is heard, decrease
vehicle speed immediately and avoid
sudden maneuvering and braking.
Have the tires checked or perform the
appropriate repair as soon as possible
by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
If a run-flat tire is punctured, the FLAT
TIRE warning light illuminates in the
instrument cluster, and a beep sound is
heard for about 30 seconds.
NOTE
Until the flat tire is changed, the beep
sound is heard for about 30 seconds
every time the ignition switch is turned
to the ON position.
In Case of an Emergency
Flat Tire
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Fuse block (Driver's side)
DESCRIPTIONFUSE
RATING PROTECTED COMPONENT
1 ACC 7.5 A Audio system, Power control mirror
2 AUX PWR 15 A Accessory Socket
3 METER 15 A Instrument cluster
4 S.WARM 20 A Seat warmer
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5ILLUMI 7.5 A Illumination
6 A/C 7.5 A Air conditioner
7 ENGINE 7.5 A Engine control system, For protection of various circuits
8 ―― ―
9 M.DEF 7.5 A ―
10 AUDIO 20 A Audio system
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11 D.LOCK20 A Power door lock, Trunk opener
12 SILEN 7.5 A ―
13 ―― ―
14 ―― ―
15 ―― ―
16 ―― ―
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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Fuses ................................................. 8-43Panel description ........................ 8-45
Replacement ............................... 8-43
G
Glove Box ............................... 6-41, 6-42
H
Hazard Warning Flasher .................... 5-57
Hazardous Driving .............................. 4-8
HeadlightsControl ....................................... 5-52
Flashing ...................................... 5-53
High-low beam .......................... 5-53
On reminder ............................... 5-52
Hood Release .................................... 3-38
Horn .................................................. 5-57
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Ignition
Keys ........................................... 3-22
Switch .......................................... 5-2
Immobilizer System
(with Advanced Key) ........................ 3-53
Immobilizer System
(without Advanced Key) ................... 3-56
Indicator Lights ................................. 5-38 Cruise ......................................... 5-49
DSC OFF .................................... 5-49
Headlight high-beam .................. 5-48
Security ...................................... 5-48
Shift position .............................. 5-48
TCS/DSC ................................... 5-49
Turn-signal/hazard warning ....... 5-50
Inside Trunk Release Lever ............... 3-34
I
Instrument Cluster ............................. 5-33
Interior Care ...................................... 8-54
Interior Lights ................................... 6-39
J
Jump-Starting .................................... 7-22
K
Keyless Entry System ....................... 3-23
Keys .................................................. 3-22
L
Label Information ............................. 10-2
Lane-Change Signals ........................ 5-54
Light Bulbs Replacement ............................... 8-35
Specifications ............................. 10-6
Lighting Control ............................... 5-52
Lubricant Quality .............................. 10-4
M
Maintenance Introduction .................................. 8-2
Owner maintenance
precautions ................................. 8-12
Owner maintenance schedule ..... 8-11
Scheduled ..................................... 8-3
Manual Transmission Operation ......... 5-9 Recommendations for shifting.... 5-10
Mesh Pocket ..................................... 6-42
Mirrors Outside mirrors .......................... 3-61
Rearview mirror ......................... 3-62
Money-Saving Suggestions ................ 4-7
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