lights MAZDA MODEL MX-5 MIATA 2018 Workshop Manual

Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer regardi ng cleaning the interior side of the
windshield around the Forw ard Sensing Camera (FSC).
 Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer before performing repairs around the Forward
Sensing Camera (FSC).
 The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) is installe d to the windshield. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer for windshield repair and replacement.
 When performing repairs around the rearvi ew mirror, consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
 Do not hit or apply strong force to the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) or the area around
it. If strong force is applied, stop using the Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS), and
the High Beam Control System (HBC) and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
 The direction in which the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) is pointed has been finely
adjusted. Do not change the installation position of the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) or
remove it. Otherwise, it could result in damage or malfunction.
NOTE
In the following cases, the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) cannot detect target objects
correctly, and each system may be unable to operate normally.
The height of the vehicle ahead is low.
You drive your vehicle at the same speed as the vehicle ahead.
Headlights are not turned on during the night or when going through a tunnel.
In the following cases, the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) may not be able to detect
target objects correctly.
When driving next to walls with no patterning (including fences and longitudinally
striped walls).
The taillights of the vehicle ahead are turned off.
A vehicle is outside the illumi nation range of the headlights.
The vehicle is making a sharp turn, or ascending or descending a steep slope.
Entering or exiting a tunnel.
Heavy luggage is loaded causing the vehicle to tilt.
Strong light is shone at the front of the vehicle (back light or high-beam light from
on-coming vehicles).
There are many light emitters on the vehicle ahead.
When the vehicle ahead is not equipped with taillights or the taillights are turned off at
nighttime.
The vehicle ahead has a special shape. For example, a vehicle towing a trailer house or
a boat, or a vehicle carrier carrying a vehicle with its front pointed rearward.
When Driving
i-ACTIVSENSE
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Tire Pressure Monitoring System
The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) monitors the pressure for each tire.
If tire pressure is too low in o ne or more tires, the system wi ll inform the driver via the
warning light in the instrument cluster and by the warning beep sound.
Refer to Warning Indication/Warning Lights on page 4-26.
Refer to Tire Inflation Pressu re Warning Beep on page 7-52.

The tire pressure sensors installed on each wheel send tire pre ssure data by radio signal to
the receiver unit in the vehicle.
Tire pressure sensors
NOTE
When the ambient temperature is low due to seasonal changes, tire temperatures are also
lower. When the tire temperature decreases, the air pressure decreases as well. The TPMS
warning light may illuminate more frequently. Vi sually inspect the tires daily before driving,
and check tire pressures monthly with a tire pressure gauge. When checking tire pressures,
use of a digital tire pressure gauge is recommended.

TPMS does not alleviate your need to check the pressure and con dition of all four tires
regularly.
CAUTION
 Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and
inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle
placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the
size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine
the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.)
When Driving
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
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Audio Set [Type B
(touchscreen)]...................................5-68Basic Operation Method............. 5-68
Home screen............................... 5-73
Volume/Display/Sound
Controls...................................... 5-74
Operating the Radio. ...................5-76
Operating the Satellite Radio
*...........
.................................................... 5-80
Operating the Compact Disc (CD)
Player
*........................................ 5-84
How to use AUX mode.............. 5-87
How to use USB mode............... 5-88
Bluetooth
®.................................. 5-93
Bluetooth
® Preparation.............. 5-97
Available Language.................... 5-99
Bluetooth
® Audio.....................5-100
How to Use Pandora
®*............ 5-103
How to Use Aha™................... 5-105
How to Use Stitcher ™ Radio... 5-108
Bluetooth
® Hands-Free............ 5-110
Voice Recognition... ................. 5-120
Settings..................................... 5-123
Applications..............................5-125
Troubleshooting. ....................... 5-126
Appendix........................................ 5-131
Things You Need to Know....... 5-131
Interior Equipment....................... 5-139 Sunvisors.................................. 5-139
Interior Lights...........................5-139
Accessory Sockets.................... 5-140
Cup Holder............................... 5-142
Storage Compartmen ts............. 5-146
Windblocker............................. 5-148
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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 switch the audio
MUTE on and off.
▼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 di splay 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 li ght 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 il lumination dimmer
is cancelled.
Brightness adjustment
Adjust the center display brightness using
the slider.
Interior Features
Audio Set [Type B (touchscreen)]
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Sunvisors
When you need a sunvisor, lower it for use
in front.
▼Va n i t y M i r r o r s
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 i
s 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 Sockets
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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Remarks:
*1 The engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year or within 12,000 km (7,500 miles) since last
engine oil and filter change. Re set the engine oil data whenever replacing the engine oil regardless of the
message/wrench indicator light display.
*2 Use of FL-22 is recommended when replacing engine coolant. Using engine coolant other than FL-22 may
cause serious damage to the engine and cooling system.
*3 According to state/provincial and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on these items will not
void your emissions warranties. H owever, Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at
the recommended time or mileage/kilometer period to ensure long -term reliability.
*4 If this component has been submerged in water, the oil should be replaced.*5 Check the tire repair fluid expiration date every year when performing the periodic maintenance. Replace the
tire repair fluid bottle with ne w one before the expiration dat e.
▼Schedule 2
U.S.A. and Puerto Rico residents - Severe driving conditions ma
intenance interval
Maintenance IntervalNumber of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first.
Months 6 1218243036424854606672
×1000 km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96
×1000 miles 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60
Drive belts II
Engine oil & filter Flexible
*1Replace when wrench indicator light is ON. (Max interval: 12
months/12,000 km (7,500 miles))
Fixed RRRRRRRRRRRR
Engine coolant
*2Replace at first 192,000 km (120, 000 miles) or 10 years; after
that, every 96,000 km (60,000 miles) or 5 years.
Engine coolant level IIIIIIIIIIII
Air filter
*3Replace when any equivalent tim ing of replacing engine oil.
(Max interval: 36 months or 60,000 km (37,500 miles))
Fuel lines and hoses
*4III
Hoses and tubes for emission
*4I
Spark plugs Replace every 12 0,000 km (75,000 miles).
Function of all lights IIIIIIIIIIII
Brake lines, hoses and connections II I
Brake and clutch fluid level I I I I I I I I I I I I
Disc brakes IIIIII
Manual transmission oil Replace every 48,000 km (30,000 miles) o r 2 years.
Tire (Rotation) Rotate when any equivalent tim
ing of replacing engine oil.
(Max interval: 8,000 km (5,000 miles))
Tire inflation pressure and tire wear IIIIIIIIIIII
Steering operation and linkages II I
Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
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Canada residents
Maintenance IntervalNumber of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first.
Months 6 1218243036424854606672
×1000 km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96
×1000 miles 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60
Drive belts II
Engine oil & filter RRRRRRRRRRRR
Engine coolant
*1Replace at first 192,000 km (120, 000 miles) or 10 years; after
that, every 96,000 km (60,000 miles) or 5 years.
Engine coolant level IIIIIIIIIIII
Air filter IIIIIIIIIIII
Replace every 56,000 km (35 ,000 miles) or 3 years.
Fuel lines and hoses
*2III
Hoses and tubes for emission
*2I
Spark plugs Replace every 12 0,000 km (75,000 miles).
Function of all lights IIIIIIIIIIII
Brake lines, hoses and connections II I
Brake and clutch fluid level I I I I I I I I I I I I
Disc brakes Inspect every 24,000 km (15,000 miles) or 1 years.
Manual transmission oil Replace every 48,000 km (30,000 miles) o r 2 years.
Tire (Rotation) Rotate every 8,000 km (5,000 miles).
Tire inflation pressure and tire wear IIIIIIIIIIII
Steering operation and linkages II I
Front and rear suspensi on, ball joints and wheel
bearing axial play III
Rear differential oil
*3
Driveshaft dust boots II I
Bolts and nuts on chassis and body TTT
Exhaust system and heat shields Inspect every 72,000 km (45,000 miles) or 5 years.
All locks and hinges LLLLLLLLLLLL
Washer fluid level IIIIIIIIIIII
Emergency flat tire repair kit (if installed)
*4Inspect annually.
Chart symbols:
I: Inspect: Inspect and clean, r epair, adjust, fill up, or replac e if necessary.
R: Replace
L: Lubricate
C: Clean
T: Tighten
D: Drain
Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
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▼Schedule 2
Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometers, whichever comes first
Months 3 6 9 121518212427303336
×1000 km 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60
Drive belts I
Engine oil & filter RRRRRRRRRRRR
Cooling system I
Engine coolant
*1Replace at first 200,000 km or 10 years; after that, every 100,000 km or 5 years
Engine coolant level IIIIIIIIIIII
Air filter CRCRCR
Fuel lines and hoses I
*2
Hoses and tubes for emissionI*2
Fuel filterReplace every 60,000 km
Spark plugs IIIIII
Replace every 120,000 km
Function of all lights IIIIIIIIIIII
Brake lines, hoses and connections II I
Brake and clutch fluid level I I II I
Brake fluid R
Disc brakes IIIIII
Manual transmission oil R
Tire (Rotation) Rotate every 10,000 km
Tire inflation pressure and tire wear IIIIII
Steering operation and linkages IIIIII
Front and rear suspensi on, ball joints and wheel
bearing axial play III
Rear differential oil
*3
Driveshaft dust boots II I
Bolts and nuts on chassis and body TTT
Exhaust system and heat shields II I
All locks and hinges LLLLLL
Washer fluid level IIIIII
Emergency flat tire repair kit (if installed)
*4Inspect annually.
Chart symbols:
I: Inspect: Inspect and clean, r epair, adjust, fill up, or replac e if necessary.
R: Replace
L: Lubricate
Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
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C: Clean
T: Tighten
D: Drain
Remarks:
*1 Use of FL-22 is recommended wh en replacing engine coolant. Using engine coolant other than FL-22 may
cause serious damage to the engine and cooling system.
*2 According to state/provincial and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on these items will not void your emissions warranties. However, Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at
the recommended time or kilomete r period to ensure long-term reliability.
*3 If this component has been subm erged in water, the oil should be replaced.*4 Check the tire repair fluid exp iration date every year when performing the periodic maintenance. Replace the
tire repair fluid bottle with new one before the expiration date.

(Cont.)
Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometers, whichever comes first
Months 39 42 45 48 51 54 57 60 63 66 69 72
×1000 km 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 100 105 110 115 120
Drive belts II
Engine oil & filter R R R R R R R R R R R R
Cooling system II
Engine coolant
*1Replace at first 200,000 km or 10 years; after that, every 100,000 km or 5 years
Engine coolant level IIIIIIIIIIII
Air filter CRCRCR
Fuel lines and hoses I
*2I
Hoses and tubes for emission I
*2I
Fuel filter Replace every 60,000 km
Spark plugs IIIIII
Replace every 120,000 km
Function of all lights I I I I I I I I I I I I
Brake lines, hoses and connections III
Brake and clutch fluid level II I I
Brake fluid RR
Disc brakes IIIIII
Manual transmission oil RR
Tire (Rotation) Rotate every 10,000 km
Tire inflation pressure and tire wear IIIIII
Steering operation and linkages IIIIII
Front and rear suspension, ball joints and wheel
bearing axial play III
Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
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