roof MAZDA MX5 MIATA 2017 User Guide

5 –41 Interior Features
Audio SystemAudio 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
enhancement
Side: Low pitch
reduction
Treble
(Treble sound) Side: Treble
enhancement
Side: Treble reduction
Fade
(Front/Rear volume
balance) Front: Front speaker
volume
enhancement
Rear: Rear speaker
volume
enhancement
Balance
(Left/right volume
balance) Right: Right speaker
volume
enhancement
Left: Left speaker
volume
enhancement
ALC *1
(Automatic volume
adjustment) Off—Adjustment at
seven levels
Bose ®
AudioPilot *2
(Automatic volume
adjustment) On/Off
Beep
(Audio operation sound) On/Off
*1 Standard audio
*2 Bose ®
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 algorithm 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 fastback switch and audio
playback is muted for about 1 second
while switching.
*3 AudioPilot ®
is a registered trademark of
Bose Corporation.
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6 –66 Maintenance and Care
Appearance Care Convertible Top (Retractable
Fastback) MaintenanceWashing
To help protect the retractable fastback's
finish, use a soft cloth or sponge to wash
it.
Insects, tar, tree sap, bird droppings,
industrial fallout, and similar deposits can
damage the finish if they are not removed
immediately. When prompt washing with
plain water is ineffective use a mild soap
made for use on vehicles.
CAUTION 
Do not use an automatic car wash. 
Do not spray water directly on the
area where the window glass and the
retractable fastback meet. This would
probably cause water to enter the cabin. 
Do not use strong soap, chemical
detergents, or hot water, and do not
wash the retractable fastback in direct
sunlight or when the surface is warm.
Thoroughly rinse with lukewarm or cold
water. Do not allow soap to dry on the
finish.
Waxing
Wax the retractable fastback when water
no longer beads on the paint. Always wash
and dry it before waxing.
CAUTION 
Wiping off dust or dirt with a dry cloth
will scratch the finish. 
Do not use abrasive wax. This may
damage the protective coating and
discolor or deteriorate the paint. NOTE
A spot remover to remove oil, tar, and
similar materials will usually also take off
the wax. Rewax these areas.
Drainage outlet cleaning procedure
There are drainage outlets on the left and
right of the lower side of the rear window. Rear roof Drainage
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.
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6 –67 Maintenance and Care
Appearance Care1. Continue pressing the retractable
fastback 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 - 45 .
2. Remove your finger from the
retractable fastback switch after the
rear roof is raised up.
3. Make sure the drainage outlets are
visible.

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.
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 fastback switch
in the close direction to close the rear
roof.
Refer to Closing the Roof on page
3 - 45 .

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7 –1 *Some models.7 If 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 *
.................... 7-45
Message Indicated on Display
..... 7-46
Warning Sound is Activated
......... 7-48
When Trunk Lid Cannot be
Opened
............................................... 7-52
When Trunk Lid Cannot be
Opened
......................................... 7-52
When the Roof Cannot be Closed .... 7-57
When the Roof Cannot be
Closed
.......................................... 7-57
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7 –53 If Trouble Arises
When Trunk Lid Cannot be Opened6. 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. Retractable fastback 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 5-13 .
2. Start the engine.
3. Continue pressing the retractable
fastback switch in the open direction
until the rear roof is completely open.
Refer to Opening the Roof on page
3-45 . 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.
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7 –54 If Trouble Arises
When Trunk Lid Cannot be Opened 5. Remove the fasteners on the right side
of the vehicle.

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

C ove r
Stopper Rubber
7. Lift up the cover from the outside of
the vehicle.
8. Insert your hand beneath the lifted
cover 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
fastback switch in the close direction
until the rear roof is completely closed.
Refer to Closing the Roof on page
3-45 .
Multi-information
display indication
11. Switch the ignition OFF.
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7 –55 If Trouble Arises
When Trunk Lid Cannot be Opened12. Remove the windblocker.
Windblocker
13. Partially peel back the cover on the
right side from the middle of the
vehicle.

14. Pull out the cap and release the trunk
lock.
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
5-13 .
2. Lift up the rear roof by hand.
Refer to When the Roof Cannot be
Closed on page 7-57 .
3. Remove the fasteners on the right side
of the vehicle.

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

C ove r
Stopper Rubber
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7 –56 If Trouble Arises
When Trunk Lid Cannot be Opened 5. Lift up the cover from the outside of
the vehicle.

6. Insert your hand beneath the lifted
cover and loosen the cap screws until
they spin freely.

7. Pull out the cap and release the trunk
lock.
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 7-57 .
9. Open the trunk lid.
After performing this emergency
measure, have the vehicle inspected at
an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible.
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7 –57 If Trouble Arises
When the Roof Cannot be Closed
When the Roof Cannot be ClosedIf the roof cannot be closed electrically by pressing the retractable fastback switch, verify
the roof operation conditions first.
Refer to Operation Conditions on page 3-44 .
If the roof 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 roof checked at an Authorized Mazda 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 partially 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 procedure, especially when lifting up the front roof.
Do not do it alone so as not to cause injury or vehicle damage. 
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 roof checked at an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
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7 –58 If Trouble Arises
When the Roof Cannot be Closed 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 closingBefore closing manually
WARNINGVerify 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, level surface off the
right-of-way and firmly set the parking
brake.
2. Put a vehicle with an
automatictransmission in Park (P), a
manual transmission in Neutral.
3. Switch the ignition off while depressing
the brake pedal.
4. Turn on the hazard warning flasher if it
is needed. Tool preparation
Take out the five tools stored in the seat
side box.
Refer to Seat Side Box on page 5-138 .Wire Gear
(tool kit) Rope
L-shaped
he xagonal wrench
(Small) L-shaped
hexagonal wrench

(Large)
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.
NOTE
Moving the seats as far forward as
possible and folding the seatbacks forward
will facilitate the procedure.
Refer to Seat Operation on page 2-4 .
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