AUX MAZDA MODEL MX-5 MIATA POWER RETRACTABLE HARDTOP 2010 Owner's Manual

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WARNING
Do not drive the vehicle with the KEY
warning light illuminated:If the KEY warning light remains
illuminated, do not continue to drive
using the advanced key system. Park
the vehicle in a safe place and use
the auxiliary key to continue driving
the vehicle. Have the vehicle
inspected at an Authorized Mazda
Dealer as soon as possible.
When flashing
lUnder the following conditions, the
KEY warning light (red) flashes to
inform the driver that the start knob
will not rotate to the ACC position
even if it is pushed in from the LOCK
position.
lThe advanced key battery is dead.lThe advanced key is not within
operational range.
lThe advanced key is placed in areas
where it is difficult for the system to
detect the signal (page 3-7).
lA key from another manufacturer
similar to the advanced key is in the
operational range.
lUnder the following conditions, the
KEY warning light (red) will flash
continuously when the start knob has
not been returned to the LOCK
position to notify the driver that the
advanced key has been removed from
the vehicle. It will stop flashing when
the advanced key is back inside the
vehicle.
lThe start knob has not been returned
to the LOCK position, the driver's
door is open, and the advanced key
is removed from the vehicle.
lThe start knob has not been returned
to the LOCK position and all the
doors are closed after removing the
advanced key from the vehicle.
NOTE
The flashing KEY warning light (red) and the
beep sound operate simultaneously (page
3-22).
KEY Indicator Light (Green)
When illuminated
When the start knob is pushed in from the
LOCK position, the system confirms that
the correct advanced key is inside the
vehicle, the KEY indicator light (green)
illuminates, and the start knob can be
turned to the ACC position (page 3-11).
When flashing
When the advanced key battery power is
low, the KEY indicator light flashes for 30
seconds after the start knob is turned from
the ON position to the ACC or LOCK
position. Replace with a new battery
before the advanced key becomes
unusable (page 3-7).
Driving Your Mazda
Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds
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6Interior Comfort
Use of various features for drive comfort, including air-conditioning and audio
system.
Climate Control System ............................................................... 6-2Operating Tips ........................................................................... 6-2
Vent Operation .......................................................................... 6-3
Types of the Climate Control System ....................................... 6-5
Manual Type
í.......................................................................... 6-6
Automatic Typeí.................................................................... 6-10
Audio System ............................................................................... 6-14 Antenna ................................................................................... 6-14
Operating Tips for Audio System ........................................... 6-15
Audio Set ................................................................................ 6-25
Audio Control Switch Operation
í......................................... 6-56
AUX Mode (Auxiliary input) ................................................. 6-58
Safety Certification ................................................................. 6-60
Bluetooth Hands-Free ................................................................. 6-61 Bluetooth Hands-Free
í.......................................................... 6-61
Basic Bluetooth Hands-Free Operation ................................... 6-64
Convenient Use of the Hands-Free System ............................. 6-68
Hands-Free Telephone Setting ................................................ 6-73
When Bluetooth Hands-Free cannot be used .......................... 6-78
Safety Certification ................................................................. 6-78
Mazda Bluetooth Hands-Free Customer Service .................... 6-79
Interior Equipment ..................................................................... 6-80 Sunvisors ................................................................................. 6-80
Interior Lights ......................................................................... 6-80
Cup Holder .............................................................................. 6-81
Multi-Pocket ........................................................................... 6-81
Storage Compartments ............................................................ 6-82
Accessory Socket .................................................................... 6-83
Windblocker ............................................................................ 6-84
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Audio Set
CD player
In-Dash CD Changer
Power/Volume/Sound Controls .............................................................................. page 6-26
Clock ...................................................................................................................... page 6-30
Operating the Radio ............................................................................................... page 6-32
Operating the Satellite Radio ................................................................................. page 6-34
Operating the Compact Disc (CD) Player .............................................................. page 6-46
Operating the In-Dash CD Changer ....................................................................... page 6-50
Operating the Auxiliary jack .................................................................................. page 6-54
Error Indications ..................................................................................................... page 6-55
Interior Comfort
Audio System
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NOTE
The displayable number of characters is
limited. If the number of characters, including
the file extension (.mp3/.wma), exceeds 32
characters, it may not be fully displayed.
Message display
If“CHECK CD ”is displayed, it means
that there is some CD malfunction. Check
the CD for damage, dirt, or smudges, and
then properly reinsert. If the message
appears again, take the unit to an
Authorized Mazda Dealer for service.
q Operating the Auxiliary jack
You can connect portable audio units or
similar products on the market to the
auxiliary jack to listen to music or audio
over the vehicle's speakers, refer to
Auxiliary Input (page 6-58).
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qChanging the Source
Press the mode switch () to change
the audio source (FM1 radio →FM2
radio →AM radio →CD player or CD
changer →SIRIUS1 →SIRIUS2 →
SIRIUS3 →AUX →cyclical).
NOTE
CD, CD changer, and SIRIUS digital satellite
radio modes cannot be selected in the
following cases:
· SIRIUS digital satellite radio unit is not
equipped on the audio system.
· CD has not been inserted.
· With the SIRIUS digital satellite radio, the mode which was selected last is displayed.
Connect a portable audio unit or similar
product on the market to the auxiliary jack to
listen to music or audio over the vehicle's
speakers. Change the audio source to AUX
mode (page 6-58).
q Seek Switch
When listening to the radio or SIRIUS
digital satellite radio
Press the seek switch up or down. The
radio switches to the next/previous stored
station in the order that it was stored
(1― 6).
(Radio)
Press and hold the seek switch in the up or
down position to seek all usable stations
at a higher or lower frequency whether
programmed or not.
(SIRIUS digital satellite radio)
Press and hold the seek switch in the up or
down position to seek all usable stations
at a higher or lower channel whether
programmed or not.
When playing a CD
Press the seek switch up to skip to the
next track.
Press the seek switch down to repeat the
current track.
Press and hold the seek switch in the up or
down position to continuously switch the
tracks up or down.
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qMute Switchí
Press the mute switch () once to mute
audio, press it again to resume audio
output.
NOTE
If the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK
position with the audio muted, the mute will be
canceled.
Therefore, when the engine is restarted, the
audio is not muted. To mute the audio again,
press the mute switch (
).
AUX Mode (Auxiliary input)
You can connect portable audio units or
similar products on the market to the
auxiliary jack to listen to music or audio
over the vehicle's speakers.
Auxiliary jack
WARNING
Do not adjust the portable audio unit
or a similar product while driving the
vehicle: Adjusting the portable audio unit or
a similar product while driving the
vehicle is dangerous as it could
distract your attention from the
vehicle operation which could lead to
a serious accident. Always adjust the
portable audio unit or a similar
product while the vehicle is stopped.
Do not allow the connection plug cord
to get tangled with the parking brake
or the shift lever: Allowing the plug cord to become
tangled with the parking brake or
the shift lever is dangerous as it
could interfere with driving, resulting
in an accident.
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CAUTION
Noise may occur during playback if
the accessory socket equipped on the
vehicle is used. (If noise occurs, do
not use the accessory socket.)
NOTE
lBefore using the auxiliary jack, read the
manufacturer's instructions for the product
being connected.
lUse a commercially-available, non-
impedance (3.5
) stereo mini plug for
connecting the portable audio unit to the
auxiliary jack. Before using the auxiliary
jack, read the manufacture's instructions
for connecting a portable audio unit to the
auxiliary jack.
lTo prevent discharging of the battery, do
not use the auxiliary input for long periods
with the engine off or idling.
lNoise may occur depending on the product
connected to the auxiliary jack.
lWith regard to connecting a portable audio
or similar device to a power source, use the
battery for the device, not the accessory
socket.
lInsert the plug to the auxiliary jack
securely.
lInsert or remove the plug with the plug
perpendicular to the auxiliary jack hole.
lInsert or remove the plug by holding its
base.
To listen to a portable audio unit
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position.
2. Insert the connection plug into the auxiliary jack.
3. Press the power/volume dial to turn the audio system on. 4. Press the AUX button (
) of the
audio unit or the mode switch (
)
of the audio control switches on the
steering wheel to change to the AUX
mode.
Audio Unit Audio Control
Switches
NOTElSet the volume of the portable audio unit to
the maximum within the range that the
sound does not become distorted, then
adjust the volume using the power/volume
dial of the audio unit or the volume switch
(
,) of the audio control switch.lUse your portable audio unit for operations
other than volume adjustment.
lIf the connection plug is pulled out from the
auxiliary jack while in AUX mode, noise
may occur.
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Storage Compartments
WARNING
Keep storage boxes closed when
driving:Driving with the storage boxes open
is dangerous. To reduce the
possibility of injury in an accident or
a sudden stop, keep the storage
boxes closed when driving.
CAUTION
Do not leave lighters or eyeglasses in
the storage boxes while parked under
the sun. A lighter could explode or
the plastic material in eyeglasses
could deform and crack from high
temperature.
qGlove Box
To open the glove box, pull the latch
toward you.
Insert the key (auxiliary key
*) and turn it
clockwise to lock, counterclockwise to
unlock.
* Advanced key equipped vehicle
Lock
Unlock
q Seat Side Box
To open, pull the release catch.
Insert the key and turn it clockwise to
lock, counterclockwise to unlock.
Lock
Unlock
qBack Trim Storage Boxí
Small items can be stored in the back trim
storage box.
To use the back trim storage box
1. To use the desired storage box, slide
the seat in front of it all the way
forward.
Refer to Seat Slide on page 2-2.
2. Fold the seatback forward all the way down.
Refer to Seat Recline on page 2-3.
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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 SEAT WARM 20 A Seat warmer
í
5 ILLUMI 7.5 A Illumination
6 A/C 7.5 A Air conditionerí
7 ENGINE 7.5 A Engine control system, For protection of various circuits
8 ―― ―
9 M.DEF ――
10 AUDIO 20 A Audio system
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11 D.LOCK20 A Power door lock
12 SILEN ――
13 ―― ―
14 ―― ―
15 ―― ―
16 ―― ―
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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A
Accessory Socket .............................. 6-83
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and
Accessories ....................................... 9-19
Advanced Key ..................................... 3-2Advanced key maintenance ......... 3-5
Advanced key suspend
function ...................................... 3-18
Auxiliary key .............................. 3-18
Locking, unlocking with request
switch ........................................... 3-8
Opening the trunk lid with request
switch ......................................... 3-10
Operation range ............................ 3-7
Remote control function ............. 3-15
Service ......................................... 3-7
When warning indicator/beep is
activated ..................................... 3-22
Air Bag Systems ............................... 2-29
Antenna ............................................. 6-14
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ......... 5-8 Warning light ............................... 5-9
Appearance Care ............................... 8-48
Audio System ................................... 6-14 Audio control switch .................. 6-56
Audio set .................................... 6-25
AUX mode ................................. 6-58
Operating tips for audio
system ........................................ 6-15
Safety certification ..................... 6-60
Automatic Transmission Direct mode ................................ 5-19
Driving tips ................................ 5-20
Manual shift mode ..................... 5-15
Shift-lock system ....................... 5-15
Transmission ranges ................... 5-14
Average Fuel Economy Display ........ 5-37
B
Battery Emergency starting .................... 7-20
Maintenance ............................... 8-27
Specifications ............................. 10-4
Beep Sounds Ignition key reminder ................. 5-54
Lights-on reminder ..................... 5-54
Seat belt warning ........................ 5-54
Tire inflation pressure warning ... 5-55
Before Starting the Engine .................. 4-5 After getting in ............................. 4-5
Before getting in .......................... 4-5
Bluetooth Hands-Free ....................... 6-61 Basic Bluetooth Hands-Free
Operation ................................... 6-64
Convenient Use of the Hands-Free
System ........................................ 6-68
Hands-Free Telephone Setting .... 6-73
Mazda Bluetooth Hands-Free
Customer Service ....................... 6-79
Safety certification ..................... 6-78
When Bluetooth Hands-Free cannot
be used ....................................... 6-78
Body Lubrication .............................. 8-24
Brake/Clutch Fluid ........................................... 8-22
Brakes
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ..... 5-8
Brakes assist ............................... 5-10
Foot brake .................................... 5-6
Pad wear indicator ...................... 5-10
Parking brake ............................... 5-7
Warning light ............................... 5-8
Break-In Period ................................... 4-6
Bulb Replacement ............................. 8-34
11-2
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