roof MAZDA MODEL MX-5 MIATA 2018 User Guide

Contrast adjustment
Adjust the center display contrast using
the slider.
Display setting reset
All of the screen setting values can be
reset to their initial settings.
1. Select
.
2. Select
.
▼ Audio sound adjustment
Select the icon on the home screen to
display the Settings screen.
Select the
tab to select the item you
would like to change.
Indication Setting value
Bass
(Low pitch sound)
Side: Low pitch en-
hancement
Side: Low pitch re-
duction
Treble
(Treble sound)
Side: Treble enhance-
ment
Side: Treble reduction
Fade
(Front/Rear volume bal-
ance) Front: Front speaker vol-
ume enhancement
Rear: Rear speaker vol-
ume enhancement
Balance
(Left/right volume bal-
ance) Right: Right speaker
volume enhancement
Left: Left speaker vol-
ume enhancement
ALC
*1
(Automatic volume ad-
justment) Off―Adjustment at sev-
en levels
Bose
® AudioPilot*2
(Automatic volume ad-
justment) On/Off
Beep
(Audio operation sound) On/Off
*1 Standard audio*2Bose® sound system
ALC (Automatic volume adjustment)
The automatic level
control (ALC) is a
feature that automatically adjusts audio
volume and sound quality according to the
vehicle speed. The volume increases in
accordance with the increase in vehicle
speed, and decreases as vehicle speed
decreases.

Bose
® AudioPilot (Automatic volume
adjustment)
When driving, background noise can
interfere with enjoying music.
AudioPilot
®*3 noise compensation
technology continuously adjusts the music
to compensate for background noise and
vehicle speed.
It reacts only to sustained noise sources
and not intermittent ones, such as speed
bumps.
An enhanced DSP algo rithm allows faster
and more effective compensation for
unusual situations, such as driving on a
very rough road or at high speeds.
In addition, a system is equipped which
switches the audio to the optimum
acoustics corresponding to the opening
and closing of the soft top/roof.
The acoustic switching function is linked
to the operation of the top lock lever/
retractable hardtop switch and audio
playback is muted for about 1 second
while switching.
*3 AudioPilot
® is a registered trademark
of Bose Corporation.
Interior Features
Audio Set [Type B (touchscreen)]
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Drainage outlet cleaning procedure
There are drainage outlets on the left and
right of the lower side of the rear window.
Rear roofDrainage
outlet
Rear window
NOTE
If leaves or other foreign matter block the
drainage outlets, water may enter the
cabin. Clean the drainage outlets at least
once a year.
1. Continue pressing the retractable
hardtop switch in the open direction
until the rear roof is raised up from the
fully closed position.
Refer to Opening the Roof on page
3-43.
2. Remove your finger from theretractable hardtop switch after the rear
roof is raised up.
3. Make sure the drainage outlets arevisible.

Drainage
outlet
Rear roof links
4. Switch the ignition OFF.
WARNING
Verify that the ignition is switched off:
Closing the roof with the ignition not
switched off is dangerous as the motors
could turn on suddenly and cause
injury resulting from hands or fingers
being pinched in the mechanism.
5. Remove leaves and other foreign matter accumulated in the drainage
outlet.
Maintenance and Care
Appearance Care
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CAUTION
When cleaning the drainage outlets, be
careful not to touch the roof links or the
framework of the rear roof. Otherwise,
you could get injured.
Roof links Rear roof
6. After cleaning is finished, continue
pressing the retractable hardtop switch
in the close direction to close the rear
roof.
Refer to Closing the Roof on page
3-43.

▼Plastic Part Maintenance
When cleaning the plastic lenses of the
lights, do not use gasoline, kerosene,
rectified spirit, paint, thinner, highly
acidic detergents, or strongly alkaline
detergents. Otherwise, these chemical
agents can discolor or damage the
surfaces resulting in a
significant loss in
functionality. If plastic parts become
inadvertently exposed to any of these
chemical agents, flush with water
immediately.
If plastic parts s uch as the bumpers
become inadvertently exposed to
chemical agents or fluids such as
gasoline, oil, engine coolant, or battery
fluid, it could cause discoloration,
staining, or paint peeling. Wipe off any
such chemical agents or fluids using a
soft cloth immediately.
High water temperature and high water
pressure car washers are available
depending on the type of high pressure
car washer device. If the car washer
nozzle is put too close to the vehicle or
aimed at one area for an extended period
of time, it could deform plastic parts or
damage the paint.
Do not use wax containing compounds
(polish). Otherwise, it could result in
paint damage.
In addition, do not use an electrical or
air tool to apply wax. Otherwise, the
frictional heat generated could result in
deformation of plastic parts or paint
damage.
Maintenance and Care
Appearance Care
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7If Trouble Arises
Helpful information on what to do if a problem arises with the vehicle.
Parking in an Emergency................. 7-2 Parking in an Emergency..............7-2
Flat Tire.............................................. 7-3 Tool Storage..................................7-3
Emergency Flat Tire Repair
Kit................................................. 7-5
Changing a Tire.......................... 7-16
Battery Runs Out............................ 7-23 Jump-Starting............................. 7-23
Emergency Starting.........................7-26 Starting a Flooded Engine.......... 7-26
Push-Starting.............................. 7-26
Overheating......................................7-27 Overheating................................ 7-27
When Fuel-Filler Lid Cannot be
Opened..............................................7-29 When Fuel-Filler Lid Cannot be
Opened........................................7-29
Emergency Towing.......................... 7-30
Towing Description.................... 7-30
Tiedown Hooks
*......................... 7-31
Warning/Indicator Lights and
Warning Sounds.............................. 7-33 If a Warning Light Turns On or
Flashes........................................ 7-33
Message Indicated in Multi-
information Display
*.................. 7-46
Message Indicated on
Display........................................7-47
Warning Sound is Activated....... 7-49
When Trunk Lid Cannot be
Opened..............................................7-53 When Trunk Lid Cannot be
Opened........................................7-53
When the Roof Cannot be
Closed............................................... 7-58 When the Roof Cannot be
Closed......................................... 7-58
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6. Pull out the cap and open the trunk lid.
After performing this emergency
measure, have the vehicle inspected at
an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon
as possible.

CAUTION
Do not pull the screw when pulling the cap.
Otherwise, the screw may fall off and
become lost.
Hardtop model
CAUTION
Do not touch the linkage and gears. If
sharp edges and gears are touched, it could
cause injury.
Roof operates electrically
1. Remove the antenna if it is installed. Refer to Antenna on page 5-19.
2. Start the engine.
3. Continue pressing the retractable
hardtop switch in the open direction
until the rear roof is completely open.
Refer to Opening the Roof on page
3-43.
Multi-information
display indication
NOTE
Stop operating the switch before the
front roof opens. If the switch is
continuously pressed, the front roof
opens and the following procedures
cannot be performed.
4. Switch the ignition OFF.
5. Remove the fasteners on the right side
of the vehicle.

If Trouble Arises
When Trunk Lid Cannot be Opened
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6. Push the stopper rubber through thecover on the right si de of the vehicle
while slightly lifting the cover up.

Cover
Stopper Rubber
7. Lift up the cover from the outside of
the vehicle.

8. Insert your hand beneath the liftedcover and loosen the cap screws until
they spin freely.

NOTE
At this point, do not pull out the cap. If
the cap is pulled out, the trunk lock
will release but the rear roof will not
operate electrically.
9. Start the engine.
10. Continue pressing the retractable hardtop switch in the close direction
until the rear roof is completely closed.
Refer to Closing the Roof on page
3-43.

Multi-information
display indication
11. Switch the ignition OFF.
12. Remove the windblocker.
Windblocker
If Trouble Arises
When Trunk Lid Cannot be Opened
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13. Partially peel back the cover on theright side from the middle of the
vehicle.

14. Pull out the cap and release the trunklock.
After performing this emergency
measure, have the vehicle inspected at
an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon
as possible.
CAUTION
Do not pull the screw when pulling the cap.
Otherwise, the screw may fall off and
become lost.
Roof does not operate electrically
1. Remove the antenna if it is installed. Refer to Antenna on page 5-19.
2. Lift up the rear roof by hand.
Refer to When the Roof Cannot be
Closed on page 7-58.
3. Remove the fasteners on the right sideof the vehicle.

4. Push the stopper rubber through thecover on the right side of the vehicle
while slightly lifting the cover up.

Cover
Stopper Rubber
5. Lift up the cover from the outside of
the vehicle.

If Trouble Arises
When Trunk Lid Cannot be Opened
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6. Insert your hand beneath the liftedcover and loosen the cap screws until
they spin freely.

7. Pull out the cap and release the trunklock.

CAUTION
At this point, do not open the trunk. If
the trunk is opened before the rear roof
is completely closed, the trunk may
contact the rear roof and cause
damage and become scratched.
8. Close the rear roof by hand. Refer to When the Roof Cannot be
Closed on page 7-58.
9. Open the trunk lid.
After performing this emergency
measure, have the vehicle inspected at
an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon
as possible.
If Trouble Arises
When Trunk Lid Cannot be Opened
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When the Roof Cannot be Closed
If the roof cannot be closed electrically by pressing the retra ctable hardtop switch, verify the
roof operation conditions first.
Refer to Operation Cond itions on page 3-44.
If the roof cannot be closed even after the operation condition s are all met, have it checked
at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
If you are unable to have the roof checked at an Authorized Maz da Dealer, the roof can be
closed manually as an emergency measure.
The procedure for manually closing the roof is as follows:
1. Opening the rear roof
Release the locks of the rear roof and open it.
2. Closing the front roof
Lift up the front roof and close it.
3. Closing the rear roof
Tie the ropes to the rear roof links and close the rear roof.
Front roof Rear roof
Rear roof link
CAUTION
Do not drive the vehicle with the roof partia lly open. The vehicle operation may be affected
by the wind and could result in an accident.
 Do not perform the procedure in a strong wind as it could cause an unexpected accident.
 Two adults are required to perform the procedu re, especially when lifting up the front roof.
Do not do it alone so as not to cause injury or vehicle damage.
If Trouble Arises
When the Roof Cannot be Closed
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Some steps in the procedure require using mult iple tools at the same time and a certain
level of technical expertise. In addition, hold ing your body extended over the car can result
in muscle strains so Mazda recommends having the roof checked at an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
NOTE
This procedure is for manually closing the roof as an emergency measure. After closing
the roof manually, electric operation is not possible until the system is restored by an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Using a flashlight will facilitate the procedure.
▼ Manual closing
Before closing manually
WA R N I N G
Verify that the ignition is switched off
before manually operating the roof:
Manually closing the roof with the ignition
not switched
off is dangerous as the
motors could turn on suddenly and cause
injury resulting from hands or fingers being
pinched in the mechanism.
1. Park on a hard, le vel surface off the
right-of-way and firm ly set the parking
brake.
2. Put a vehicle with an automatictransmission in Park (P), a
manual transmiss ion in Neutral.
3. Switch the ignition off while depressing the brake pedal.
4. Turn on the hazard w arning flasher if it
is needed.
Tool preparation
Take out the five tools stored in the seat
side box.
Refer to Seat Side B ox on page 5-146.
WireGear
(tool kit) Rope
L-shaped
hexagonal wrench
(Small) L-shaped
hexagonal wrench
(Lar
ge)
Opening the rear roof
CAUTION
When turning the bolt, cover the front
roof using a cloth. The front roof may be
damaged if the L-shaped hexagonal
wrench contacts it.
 Because the clearance with the stored
front roof is narrow, be careful not to let
the L-shape hexagonal wrench contact
the roof when turning the bolt.
If Trouble Arises
When the Roof Cannot be Closed
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