fuel type MAZDA MODEL MX-5 MIATA RF 2020 Owners Manual

Keyless Entry System
This system uses the key buttons to
remotely lock and unlock the doors and
the fuel-filler lid, and opens the trunk lid.
The system can start the engine without
having to take the key out of your purse or
pocket.
It can also help you s ignal for attention or
help.
Operating the theft-deterrent system is
also possible on theft-deterrent
system-equipped vehicles.

System malfunctions or warnings are
indicated by the fo llowing warning lights
or beeps.
For vehicles with the type A instrument
cluster, check the displayed message for
more information and, if necessary, have
the vehicle inspected at an Authorized
Mazda Dealer, according to the indication.
KEY Warning Light (Red)
Refer to Warning/Indicator Lights on
page 4-27.
Ignition Not Switched Off (STOP)
Warning Beep
Refer to Ignition Not Switched Off
(STOP) Warning Beep on page 7-49.
Key Removed from Vehicle Warning
Beep
Refer to Key Removed from Vehicle
Warning Beep on page 7-49.
If you have a problem with the key,
consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

If your key is lost or stolen, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible for a replacement and to make the
lost or stolen key inoperative.
CAUTION
Radio 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.
NOTE
The keyless entry system operation may
vary due to local conditions.
The keyless entry system is fully
operational (door/fuel-filler lid lock/
unlock) when the ignition is switched
off. The system does not operate if the
ignition is switched to any position other
than off.
If the key does not operate when
pressing a button or the operational
range becomes too small, the battery
may be weak. To install a new battery,
refer to Key Battery Replacement (page
6-34).
Before Driving
Keys
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(Forced engine starting method)
If the KEY warning light (red)
illuminates, or the push button start
indicator light (amber) flashes, this
could indicate that the engine may
not start using the usual starting
method (for vehicles with a type A
instrument cluster (page 4-27),
messages are displayed in the
instrument cluster). Have your
vehicle inspected at an Authorized
Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. If
this occurs, the engine can be
force-started. Press and hold the
push button start until the engine
starts. Other procedures necessary
for starting the engine, such as
having the key in the cabin, and
depressing the clutch pedal (manual
transmission) or the brake pedal
(automatic transmission) are
required.
When the engine is force-started, the
KEY warning light (red) remains
illuminated and the push button start
indicator light (amber) remains
flashing.
(Automatic transmission)
When the selector lever is in the
neutral (N) position, the KEY
indicator light (green) and the push
button start indicator light (green)
do not illuminate.
7. Press the push button start after both
the KEY indicator light (green) in the
instrument cluster and the push button
start indicator light (green) illuminate.
NOTE
After starting the engine, the push
button start indica tor light (amber)
turns off and the ignition switches to
the ON position.
After pressing the push button start
and before the engine starts, the
operation sound of the fuel pump
motor from near the fuel tank can be
heard, however, this does not
indicate a malfunction.
8. After starting the e ngine, let it idle for
about ten seconds.
NOTE
Whether the engine is cold or warm,
it should be started without the use
of the accelerator.
If the engine does not start the first
time, refer to Starting a Flooded
Engine under Emergency Starting. If
the engine still does not start, have
your vehicle inspected by an
Authorized Mazda Dealer (page
7-26).
▼ Engine Start Function When Key
Battery is Dead
CAUTION
When starting the engine by holding the
transmitter over the push button start due
to a dead key battery or a malfunctioning
key, be careful not to allow the following,
otherwise the signal from the key will not
be received correctly and the engine may
not start.
When Driving
Start/Stop Engine
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Meters and Gauges

Type A
Type B
Steering Switch (With Multi-information Display)
(Without Multi-information Display)
Instrument Cluster
ƒ
Speedometer.................................................... ...................................................... page 4-13
„ Odometer, Trip Meter and Trip Meter Selector................... ................................. page 4-13
… Tachometer..................................................... ....................................................... page 4-14
† Engine Coolant Temperatu re Gauge..................................................................... page 4-15
‡ Fuel Gauge..................................................... ....................................................... page 4-15
ˆ Dashboard Illumination......................................... ................................................page 4-16
‰ Outside Temperature Display................................................................................ page 4-17
Š Cruise Control Set Vehicle Speed Display....................... ..................................... page 4-17
‹ Trip Computer and INFO Switch.......................................................................... page 4-17
ΠMulti-information Display an d INFO Switch....................................................... page 4-19
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
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▼Odometer, Trip Meter and Trip
Meter Selector
The odometer is constantly displayed on
the screen when the ignition is switched
ON, and the TRIP A or TRIP B screen can
be displayed by operating the INFO
switch.

Press the INFO switch INFO switch
Trip meter A,
Odometer
Trip meter B,
Odometer
Odometer
The odometer records
the total distance
the vehicle has been driven.
Trip meter
The driving distance for a specified
interval is indicated. Two types (TRIP A,
TRIP B) of interval distance and the
average fuel economy for each can be
measured.

For instance, trip me ter 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, TRIP A
will be displayed. When trip meter B is
selected, TRIP B will be displayed.

The trip meter and average fuel economy
can be reset by pressing the INFO switch
for 1.5 seconds or more while in each
mode.
NOTE
Only the trip meters record tenths of
kilometers (miles).
The trip record will be erased when:
The power supply is interrupted
(blown fuse or the battery is
disconnected).
The vehicle is driven over 9999.9 km
(mile).
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
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SignalWarning Lights Page
*Door-Ajar Warning Indication 7-40
*Trunk lid-Ajar Warning Indication7-40
*Low Fuel Warning Indication/Warning Light
7-40
Check Fuel Cap Warning Light*17-40
*Low Washer Fluid Level Warning Indication/Warning Light7-40
*1 The light turns on when the i
gnition is switched on for an operation check, and turns off a few seconds later or
when the engine is started. If t he light does not turn on or remains turned on, have the vehicle inspected at an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
*2 The light turns on continuously when the parking brake is appl ied.
▼Indication/Indicator Lights
These lights turn on or flash to
notify the user of the system operation status or a system
malfunction.
Signal Indicator Lights Page
*Passenger Air Bag Deactivation Indicator Light (TypeA)*12-49
*Passenger Air Bag Deactivation Indicator Light (TypeB)*12-49
(White/Green)
*KEY Indicator/Indicator Light 3-11
Security Indicator Light*13-48
*Retractable Hardtop Operation Indicator Light
3-43
*Wrench Indication/Indicator Light*14-31
(Blue)Low Engine Coolant Temperature Indicator Light 4-31
*Shift Position Indication
4-37
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
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Except U.S.A., Canada, and Puerto Rico
Use SAE 5W-30 engine oil.
Oil container labels provide important
information.
A chief contribution this type of oil makes
to fuel economy is reducing the amount of
fuel necessary to overcome engine
friction.

For maintenance service, Mazda
recommends Mazda Genuine Parts.

(ILSAC)
(Mexico)
Use SAE 5W-30 engine oil. If SAE 5W-30
engine oil is not available, use SAE 5W-20
engine oil.

The quality designation SM, or ILSAC
must be on the label.

80
60
40
20
0
–40 –20
30
100
40
20
10
0
–10
–20
–30
–40
▼ Inspecting Engine Oil Level
1. Be sure the vehicle is on a level
surface.
2. Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature.
3. Turn it off and wait at least 5 minutes for the oil to retur n to the oil pan.
4. Pull out the dipstic k, wipe it clean, and
reinsert it fully.

MIN
MAX
OK
5. Pull it out again and examine the level. The level is normal if it is between the
MIN and MAX marks.
If it is near or below MIN, add enough
oil to bring the level to MAX.
CAUTION
Do not overfill the engine oil. This may
cause engine damage.
6. Make sure the O-ring on the dipstick is positioned properly before reinserting
the dipstick.
7. Reinsert the dipstick fully.
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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9. Install the upper cover.
10. Insert the tabs of the lower cover intothe slots of the transmitter and install
the lower cover.
Tires
For reasons of proper performance, safety,
and better fuel economy, always maintain
recommended tire inflation pressures and
stay within the recommended load limits
and weight distribution.
WA R N I N G
Using Different Tire Types:
Driving your vehicle with different types of
tires is dangerous. It could cause poor
handling and poor braking; leading to loss
of control.
Except for the limited use of the temporary
spare tire, use only the same type tires
(radial, bias-belted, bias-type) on all four
wheels.
Using Wrong-Sized Tires:
Using any other tire size than what is
specified for the vehicle (page 9-8) is
dangerous. It could seriously affect ride,
handling, ground clearance, tire clearance,
and speedometer calibration. This could
cause you to have an accident. Use only
tires that are the correct size specified for
the vehicle.
▼ Tire Inflation Pressure
WA R N I N G
Always
inflate the tires to the correct
pressure:
Overinflation or underinflation of tires is
dangerous. Adverse handling or
unexpected tire failure could result in a
serious accident.
Refer to Tires on page 9-8.
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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Index
Categories of child-restraint
systems.........................................2-25
Child-restraint precautions.......... 2-21
Child-restraint system
installation................................... 2-25
Child-restraint system suitability for
various seat positions table..........2-27
Installing child-restraint
systems.........................................2-29
Climate Control System...................... 5-2
Fully automatic type....................5-10
Gas specifications.......................... 9-6
Manual type................................... 5-5
Operating tips................................ 5-2
Vent operation................................5-3
Collision warning.............................. 7-51
Coming Home Light......................... 4-48
Console Box...................................... 5-99
Convertible Top
Hardtop........................................ 3-41
Convertible Top (Soft Top)............... 3-36
Cruise Control................................. 4-111
Cruise control switch................. 4-111
Cruise main indication (white)............
....................................................4-111
Cruise set indication (green)/indicator
light (green)............................... 4-111
Cruise Control Set Vehicle Speed
Display.............................................. 4-17
Cup Holder........................................ 5-95
Customer Assistance.... ....................... 8-2
D
Dashboard Illumination. ....................4-16
Daytime Running Lights................... 4-50
Defogger Mirror...........................................4-55
Rear window........... .................... 4-55
Dimensions.......................................... 9-5
Door Locks........................................3-13
Drive Selection..................................4-72
Driving In Flooded Ar ea...................3-55
Driving on Uneven Road.................. 3-57
Driving Tips
Automatic transmission............... 4-44
Break-in period............................ 3-51
Driving in flooded a rea............... 3-55
Driving on uneven road...............3-57
Floor mat..................................... 3-52
Hazardous driving.. ..................... 3-52
Overloading............. .................... 3-56
Rocking the vehicle. .................... 3-53
Saving fuel and protection of the
environment................................. 3-51
Winter driving............................. 3-53
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)..... 4-67
DSC OFF indicator light............. 4-68
DSC OFF switch......................... 4-68
TCS/DSC indicator light............. 4-67
E
Emergency StartingPush-starting................................ 7-26
Starting a flooded engine............ 7-26
Emergency Towing Tiedown hooks........ .................... 7-31
Towing description...................... 7-30
Emission Control System..................3-26
Ending Screen Display......................4-70
Engine Coolant.........................................6-25
Engine compartment overview.... 6-22
Exhaust gas..................................3-27
Hood release................................ 6-20
Oil................................................ 6-23
Starting...........................................4-5
Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge................................................ 4-15
Essential Information.......................... 6-2
Event Data Recorder......................... 8-21
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Index
Key battery.................................. 6-34
Light bulbs...................................6-42
Tires............................................. 6-40
Wheel........................................... 6-41
Wiper........................................... 6-28
Request Switch Inoperable Warning
Beep (With the advanced keyless
function)............................................ 7-50
Retractable hardtop warning beep..... 7-49
Rocking the Vehicle.......................... 3-53
S
Safety Defects, Reporting................. 8-14
Saving Fuel and Protection of the
Environment...................................... 3-51
Scheduled Maintenance...................... 6-4
Seat...................................................... 2-5
Seats Head restraint...............................2-11
Seat warmer................................. 2-12
Seat Belt System Automatic locking....................... 2-15
Emergency locking...................... 2-15
Extender....................................... 2-19
Pregnant women.......................... 2-15
Seat belt precautions................... 2-13
3-point type................................. 2-16
Seat Belt Warning Beep.................... 7-48
Seat Side Box....................................5-99
Security System Immobilizer system..................... 3-47
Theft-deterrent system................. 3-49
Smart City Brake Support
(SCBS)............................................ 4-101 Collision warning...................... 4-103
Smart City Brake Support (SCBS)
Indicator Light (Red).................4-103
Stopping the Smart City Brake
Support (SCBS) System
Operation................................... 4-104
Specifications...................................... 9-4
Speedometer...................................... 4-13
SRS Air BagsHow the SRS air bags work........ 2-43
Limitations to SRS air bag.......... 2-47
Monitoring................................... 2-55
Passenger occupant classification
system.......................................... 2-49
SRS air bag deployment
criteria.......................................... 2-46
Supplemental restraint system
components.................................. 2-42
Starting the Engine..............................4-5
Steering Wheel
Horn............................................. 4-56
Storage Compartments ...................... 5-99
Back trim storage box............... 5-100
Console box................................. 5-99
Seat side box............................... 5-99
Sunvisors........................................... 5-92
T
Tachometer........................................ 4-14
Theft-Deterrent System ..................... 3-49
Tiedown Hook............................................ 7-31
Tires................................................... 6-38 Flat tire.......................................... 7-3
Replacing a tire........................... 6-40
Replacing a wheel....................... 6-41
Snow tires.................................... 3-54
Specifications.................................9-8
Tire chains................................... 3-54
Tire inflation pressure................. 6-38
Tire rotation................................. 6-39
Uniform tire quality grading system
(UTQGS)..................................... 8-23
Tire Inflation Pressure Warning
Beep...................................................7-50
Tire Information................................ 8-25
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