light MAZDA MODEL MX-5 MIATA PRHT 2015 Workshop Manual

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Convertible Top (Power Retractable Hardtop)í
The power retractable hardtop opens/closes electrically by operating switches in the
vehicle. When opening/closing the hardtop, the hardtop, deck and window glass operate
together. The hardtop is stored in the storage area under the deck.
Top latch assembly
Close switchOpen switchDeck
Indicator light
Hardtop
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lBefore opening or closing the hardtop, stop in a safe place off the right-of-way and park
on a level surface.
lWhen opening the hardtop, make sure objects inside the vehicle are not blown away by
the wind.
lSecure all loose objects inside before driving with the hardtop down.lTo help prevent burglary or vandalism and to ensure that the passenger compartment
stays dry, close the hardtop securely and lock both doors when leaving the vehicle.
lDo not drive through an automatic car wash as it may damage the hardtop.lDo not open or close the hardtop forcefully when the ambient temperature is low and the
hardtop or the surrounding area is frozen as it could damage the hardtop.
lOpening the hardtop while it is wet can also cause water to drip into the passenger
compartment.
lDo not open or close the hardtop in a strong wind as it could damage the hardtop.
qOperation Indicator Light
When illuminated
This notifies the driver that the hardtop is
only partially open.
When flashing
This indicates that the hardtop is being
open/closed. (During button operation)
When not illuminated
This indicates that the hardtop is open/
closed fully.
NOTE
If the operation indicator light flashes quickly,
there may be a system malfunction. Consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
qOperation Conditions
If the following conditions have been
satisfied, the hardtop can be opened/
closed.
lThe vehicle is parked on a level surface
off the right-of-way and the parking
brake is firmly set.
lThe ignition is switched ON.lPut a vehicle with an automatic
transmission in Park (P) or Neutral (N),
a manual transmission in Neutral.
lThe trunk lid is closed.
NOTE
If the power retractable hardtop cannot be
closed even after the operation conditions are
all met, have it checked at an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
The hardtop can be closed manually as an
emergency measure.
Refer to The Power Retractable Hardtop Does
not Close on page 3-54.
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qOpening the Power Retractable
Hardtop
1. Park on a level surface off the right-of-
way.
2. Put a vehicle with an automatic transmission in Park (P), a manual
transmission in Neutral.
3. Apply the parking brake with the brake pedal depressed.
4. Start the Engine.
NOTE
Do not open/close the hardtop with the engine
stopped. Otherwise the vehicle's battery power
could be depleted.
5. With the lock release button depressed, pull the top latch outward to unlock.
Lock release button
Top latch
6. Verify that the operation indicator light is illuminated and the lock is detached. 7. Press and hold the open button until the
hardtop opens completely.
NOTElWhen the open switch is pressed, a beep
sound is heard.
lThe hardtop keeps opening and the
operation indicator light flashes while the
open switch is pressed.
lIf the switch is released while the hardtop is
opening, the hardtop stops opening. If the
switch is pressed again, the hardtop
resumes opening.
8. The deck opens.
NOTE
If the windows are closed, the windows
automatically open partially when the deck
opens.
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9. The hardtop opens.
10. The hardtop retracts under the deck.
11. The deck closes.
NOTE
When the operation is finished, a beep sound is
heard and the operation indicator light turns
off.
qClosing the Power Retractable
Hardtop
1. Park on a level surface off the right-of-
way.
2. Put a vehicle with an automatic transmission in Park (P), a manual
transmission in Neutral.
3. Apply the parking brake with the brake pedal depressed.
4. Start the Engine.
NOTE
Do not open/close the hardtop with the engine
stopped. Otherwise the vehicle's battery power
could be depleted.
5. Press and hold the close button until the hardtop closes completely.
NOTElWhen the close switch is pressed, a beep
sound is heard.
lThe hardtop keeps closing and the
operation indicator light flashes while the
close switch is pressed.
lIf the switch is released while the hardtop is
closing, the hardtop stops closing. If the
switch is pressed again, the hardtop
resumes closing.
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6. The deck opens.
NOTE
If the windows are closed, the windows
automatically open partially when the deck
opens.
7. The hardtop comes out from under thedeck.
8. The hardtop closes.
9. The deck closes.
NOTElWhen the operation is finished, a beep
sound is heard and the operation indicator
light illuminates.
lThe power windows cannot be closed
automatically.
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10. Move the top latch slowly to makesure the anchor engages with the
striker, then rotate the top latch to the
lock position until a click sound is
heard.
Striker
Anchor
CAUTION
Driving with the hardtop not fully
locked could damage the hardtop.
If the red indicator is visible on the
lock release button, the hardtop is
not locked. After locking the hardtop,
verify that the red indicator is not
visible.
Locked position
Unlocked position Red indicator
NOTElThe operation indicator light turns off when
the top latch hook is locked.
lIf the hardtop is not closed properly even
with the top latch locked, contact Mazda to
have it inspected.
q The Power Retractable Hardtop
Does not Close
If the hardtop cannot be closed electrically
by pressing the close switch, verify the
power retractable hardtop operation
conditions first.
Refer to Operation Conditions on page
3-50.
If the power retractable hardtop cannot be
closed even after the operation conditions
are all met, have it checked at an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
If you are unable to have the hardtop
checked at an Authorized Mazda Dealer,
the hardtop can be closed manually as an
emergency measure.
The procedure for manually closing the
hardtop is as follows:
1. Release the locks of the deck and open
it. (Refer to Opening the deck)
2. Lift up the hardtop and close it. (Refer to Closing the hardtop)
3. Tie the ropes to the deck links and close the deck. (Refer to Closing the
deck)
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CAUTION
ØDo not drive the vehicle with the
hardtop open halfway.
Ø Do not perform the procedure in a
strong wind as it could cause an
unexpected accident.
Ø Two adults are required to
perform the procedure, especially
when lifting up the hardtop. Do
not do it alone so as not to cause
injury or vehicle damage.
Ø Some steps in the procedure
require using multiple tools at the
same time and a certain level of
technical expertise. In addition,
holding your body extended over
the car can result in muscle strains
so Mazda recommends having the
hardtop checked at an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
NOTE
Use a suitable means of illumination, such as a
flashlight, to improve visibility under the deck
lid when performing this task.
Before closing manually
1. Park on a level surface off the right-of- way and firmly set the parking brake.
2. Put a vehicle with an automatic transmission in Park (P), a manual
transmission in Reverse (R) or 1, and
turn off the engine.
3. Switch the ignition off while depressing the brake pedal.
4. Turn on the hazard warning flasher if it is needed.
WARNING
Verify that the ignition is switched off
before manually operating the hardtop:
Manually retracting the hardtop with
the ignition not switched off is
dangerous as the retractor motors
could turn on suddenly and cause
injury resulting from hands or fingers
being pinched in the mechanism.
Manual closing
Tool preparation
Locate the following tools in the glove
box.
Refer to Tool Storage on page 7-3.
Rope
Eyebolt
Allen wrench
Opening the deck
1. Remove the antenna if it is installed.
Refer to AM/FM Radio Antenna on
page 6-14.
CAUTION
Do the procedure with the antenna
removed. The antenna may be
damaged if it is left installed.
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To the outside of the vehicle
Rope
Links
NOTE
Always route the one end of the rope to the
inside of the vehicle. If it is not inside the
vehicle, it will be difficult to service the
hardtop at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
3. Do the same procedure on the other
side.
4. Close the deck uniformly on both sides using two adults, one on each side of
the vehicle.
CAUTION
Close the deck using two adults.
Doing it alone could result in injury
or the deck lid mechanism being
twisted which could damage it. 5. Lightly pushing the deck downward,
pull the ropes to the rear along both
sides of the trunk to hold the deck
down.
NOTE
Pull the ropes horizontally to the vehicle rear.
Rope
6. Lightly move the deck and verify that it is secured completely.
7. Open the trunk using the key, and tie the rope to the bracket and knot it twice
so that it does not loosen.
Rope
Bracket
CAUTION
Tie the ropes securely so that the
deck does not open while the vehicle
is being driven.
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qWhen Warning Indicator/Beep is Activated
If an improper operation is performed or a system malfunction has occurred, the indicator light or a warning beep
is activated to notify the user of improper operation or a system malfunction.
Warning What to check
A warning beep sound is heard when the open or close
switch is pressed. Make sure that all the conditions for operating the
retractable hardtop have been met. If the chime sounds
despite having met all the operation conditions, consult
an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the system
inspected.
A warning beep sound is heard when the open or close
switch is released. The hardtop is not fully opened or closed. Press the
switch until the open or close operation is completed.
A warning beep sound is heard continuously and the
indicator light is illuminated while the vehicle is driven. The hardtop has not completely opened or closed.
Continue to press the button until the operation is
completed. After the hardtop is completely closed, latch
the top latch.
If the open or close button has not been operated and
the operation indicator light is flashing: The system may have a malfunction. Have the vehicle
checked at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
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Immobilizer System (with
Advanced Key)
The immobilizer system allows the engine
to start only with an advanced key the
system recognizes.
If someone attempts to start the engine
with an unrecognized advanced key, the
engine will not start, thereby helping to
prevent the theft of your vehicle.
If you have a problem with the
immobilizer system or the advanced key
(including auxiliary key), consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
CAUTION
ØRadio equipment like this is
governed by laws in the United
States.
Changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could
void the user's authority to
operate the equipment.
Ø To avoid damage to the key, do
not:
ØDrop the key.
ØGet the key wet.
ØExpose the key to any kind of
magnetic field.
ØExpose the key to high
temperatures on places such as
the dashboard or hood, under
direct sunlight.
CAUTION
Do not allow the following when
starting the engine with the auxiliary
key due to an advanced key dead
battery or other malfunction.
Otherwise the signal from the
auxiliary key will not be received
correctly and the engine may not
start.
ØA key ring rests on the auxiliary
key grip.
ØMetal parts of other keys or metal
objects touch the auxiliary key
grip.
ØSpare auxiliary keys or keys for
other vehicles equipped with an
immobilizer system touch or come
near the auxiliary key.
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