windshield MAZDA MX5 MIATA 2023 Owner's Guide

Engine Compartment Overview
Windshield washer fluid reservoirBrake/Clutch fluid reservoir
Engine oil dipstick
Battery
Fuse blockCooling system cap
Engine coolant reservoir
Engine oil-filler cap
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Washer Fluid
▼Inspecting Washer Fluid Level
WA R N I N G
Use only windshield washer fluid or plain
water in the reservoir:
Using radiator antifreeze as washer fluid is
dangerous. If sprayed on the windshield, it
will dirty the windshield, affect your
visibility, and could result in an accident.
Using Washer Fluid Without Anti-freeze
Protection in Cold Weather:
Operating your vehicle in temperatures
below 4 °C (40 °F) using washer fluid
without anti-freeze protection is dangerous
as it could cause impaired windshield
vision and result in an accident. In cold
weather, always use washer fluid with
anti-freeze protection.
NOTE
State or local regulations may restrict the
use of volatile organic compounds
(VOCs), which are commonly used as
anti-freeze agents in washer fluid. A
washer fluid with limited VOC content
should be used only if it provides adequate
freeze resistance for all regions and
climates in which the vehicle will be
operated.
Add washer fluid under any of the
following conditions.
The top of the fluid level is low.
The Low Washer Fluid Level Warning
Indication/Warning Light (if equipped)
turns on.
The top of the fluid level is lower than E
(if equipped).

Use plain water if washer fluid is
unavailable.
But use only washer flu
id in cold weather
to prevent it from freezing.
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Body Lubrication
All moving points of the body, such as
door and hood hinges and locks, should be
lubricated each time the engine oil is
changed. Use a nonfreezing lubricant on
locks during cold weather.

Make sure the hood's secondary latch
keeps the hood from opening when the
primary latch is released.
Wiper Blades
CAUTION
Hot waxes applied by automatic car
washers have been known to affect the
wiper's ability to clean windows.
 To prevent damage to the wiper blades,
do not use gasoline, kerosene, paint
thinner, or other solvents on or near
them.
 When the wiper lever is in the AUTO
position and the ignition is switched ON,
the wipers may move automatically in
the following cases:
 If the windshield above the rain sensor
is touched.
 If the windshield above the rain sensor
is wiped with a cloth.
 If the windshield is struck with a hand
or other object.
 If the rain sensor is struck with a hand
or other object from inside the vehicle.
Be careful not to pinch hands or fingers
as it may cause injury, or damage the
wipers. When washing or servicing the
vehicle, make sure the wiper lever is in
the OFF position.
Contamination of either the windshield or
the blades with foreign matter can reduce
wiper effectiveness. Common sources are
insects, tree sap, and hot wax treatments
used by some commercial car washes.

If the blades are not wiping properly, clean
the window and blades with a good
cleaner or mild detergent; then rinse
thoroughly with clean water. Repeat if
necessary.
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▼Replacing Windshield Wiper Blades
When the wipers no longer clean well, the
blades are probably worn or cracked.
Replace them.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the wiper arms and
other components, do not try to sweep the
wiper arm by hand.
NOTE
When raising both windshield wiper arms,
raise the driver's side wiper arm first.
When lowering the wiper arms, slowly
lower the wiper arm from the passenger's
side first while supporting it with your
hand. Forcefully lowering the wiper arms
could damage the wiper arm and blade,
and may scratch or crack the windshield.
Replace the wiper blades using the
following procedure.
(Type A)
1. Raise the wiper arm.
2. Open the clip and slide the blade
assembly in the dire ction of the arrow.
3. Tilt the blade assembly and remove it
from the arm.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the windshield
let the wiper arm down easily, do not
let it slap down on the windshield.
4. Pull down the blade rubber and slide it out of blade holder.
5. Remove the metal stiffeners from eachblade rubber and install them in the
new blade.
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CAUTION
Do not bend or discard the stiffeners.
You need to use them again.
 If the metal stiffeners are switched,
the blade's wiping efficiency could be
reduced.
So do not use the driver's side metal
stiffeners on the passenger's side, or
vice versa.
 Be sure to reinstall the metal
stiffeners in the new blade rubber so
that the curve is the same as it was in
the old blade rubber.
6. Carefully insert the new blade rubber. Then install the blade assembly in the
reverse order of removal.
(Type B)
1. Raise the wiper arm and turn the blade
assembly to expose the plastic locking
clip.
Compress the clip and slide the
assembly downward; then lift it off the
arm.
Plastic locking clip
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the windshield
let the wiper arm down easily, do not
let it slap down on the windshield.
2. Hold the end of the rubber and pull until the tabs are free of the metal
support.
Metal support
Ta b
3. Remove the metal stiffeners from each blade rubber and install them in the
new blade.
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DESCRIPTIONFUSE
RATING PROTECTED COMPONENT
17 AUDIO1 25 A Audio system
18 A/C MAG 7.5 A Air conditioner
19 AT P U M P
H/L HI 20 A
Transmission control system
*
20 AT 15 A
Transmission control system*
21 D LOCK 25 A Power door locks
22 H/L RH 20 A Headlight (RH)
23 ENG
B2 7.5 A Engine control system
24 TAIL 20 A Taillights, License plate lights, Parking lights
25 DRL 15 A ―
26 ROOM 25 A Overhead light
27 FOG 15 A ―
28 H/CLEAN 20 A ―
29 STOP 10 A Brake lights
30 HORN 15 A Horn
31 H/L LH 20 A Headlight (LH)
32 ABS/DSC S 30 A ABS, Dynamic stability control system
33 HAZARD 15 A Hazard warning flashers, Turn signal lights
34 FUEL PUMP 15 A Fuel system
35 ENG
B3 5 A
―
36 WIPER 20 A Windshield wipers
37 CABIN
B 50 A For protection of various circuits
38 ―― ―
39 ENG SUB 30 A Engine control system
40 ABS/DSC M 50 A ABS, Dynamic stability control system
41 EVVT
A/R PUMP 20 A Engine control system
42 EVPS 30 A Brake control system
43 FAN1 30 A Cooling fan
44 FAN2 40 A ―
45 ENG.MAIN 40 A Engine control system
46 EPS 60 A Power steering system
47 DEFOG 30 A Rear window defogger
48 IG2 30 A For protection of various circuits
49 INJECTOR 30 A ―
50 HEATER 40 A Air conditioner
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DESCRIPTIONFUSE
RATING PROTECTED COMPONENT
51 ―― ―
52 ENGINE4 20 A Engine control system
Fuse block (Left side)
DESCRIPTION FUSE
RATING PROTECTED COMPONENT
1R HT R 3 0 A
Retractable hardtop (RH)
*
2R HT L 3 0 A
Retractable hardtop (LH)*
3 ―― ―
4 ENGINE6 10 A Engine control system
5 F.OUTLET 15 A Accessory sockets
6 ―― ―
7 AT IND 7.5 A
AT shift indicator
*
8 MIRROR 7.5 A Power control mirror
9 R_DECK R 30 A Retractable hardtop (RH)
*
10 R_DECK L 30 A Retractable hardtop (LH)*
11 F.WASHER 15 A Windshield washer
12 P.WINDOW 30 A Power windows
13 ―― ―
14 SRS2/ESCL 15 A Electronic steering lock
15 SEAT WARM 20 A Seat warmer
*
16M.DEF 7.5 A
Mirror defogger*
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Wa t e r M a r k s
Occurrence
Rain, fog, dew, and even tap water can
contain harmful minerals such as salt and
lime. If moisture containing these minerals
settles on the vehicle and evaporates, the
minerals will concentrate and harden to
form white rings. The rings can damage
your vehicle's finish.
Prevention
It is necessary to wash and wax your
vehicle to preserve its finish according to
the instructions in this section. These steps
should be taken immediately after you find
water marks on your vehicle's finish.
Paint Chipping
Occurrence
Paint chipping occurs when gravel thrown
in the air by another vehicle's tires hits
your vehicle.
How to avoid paint chipping
Keeping a safe distance between you and
the vehicle ahead reduces the chances of
having your paint chipped by flying
gravel.
NOTE
The paint chipping zone varies with the
speed of the vehicle. For example, when
traveling at 90 km/h (56 mph), the paint
chipping zone is 50 m (164 ft).
In low temperatures a vehicle's finish
hardens. This increases the chance of
paint chipping.
Chipped paint can lead to rust forming
on your Mazda. Before this happens,
repair the damage by using Mazda
touch-up paint according to the
instructions in this section. Failure to
repair the affected area could lead to
serious rusting and expensive repairs.

Follow all label and container directions
when using a chemical cleaner or polish.
Read all warnings and cautions.
▼ Maintaining the Finish
Wa s h i n g
CAUTION

When the ignition is switched ON and
the wiper lever is in the AUTO position,
the windshield wipers may operate
automatically in the following cases:
 The area of the windshield above the
rain sensor is touched or wiped with a
cloth.
 The windshield or the rain sensor area
in the cabin is hit.
When the ignition is switched ON and
the wiper lever is in the AUTO position,
do not touch the windshield or the
windshield wipers Otherwise, the
windshield wipers will operate
automatically which could catch your fingers or damage the windshield wipers.
When removing ice or snow, or cleaning
the windshield, always make sure the
wiper lever is in the OFF position.
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Appearance Care
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SignalWarning
(Red)
(Turns on)
KEY Warning
Light
*
If any malfunction occurs in the keyless entry system, it illuminates continuously.
CAUTION
If the key warning indicator light illuminates or the push button start indicator light (amber)
flashes, the engine may not start. If the engine cannot be started, try starting it using the
emergency operation for starting the engine, and have the vehicle inspected at an Author‐
ized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
Refer to Emergency Operation for Starting the Engine on page 4-10.
(Turns on)
Lane Departure
Wa r n i n g S y s t e m
(LDWS) Warning
Indication/Warning
Light
*
The warning indication/warning light illuminate s if there is a problem with the system.
Have your vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
The LDWS does not operate when the warn ing indication/warning light illuminates.
CAUTION
A problem in the system may be indicated under the following conditions. Have your ve‐
hicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
When the warning indication/warning light illuminates while driving the vehicle.
When the system is canceled automatically, the warning indication/warning light illu‐
minates. Normally, the system restores automatically and the warning indication/
warning light turns off, however, if the wa rning indication/warning light illuminates,
there may be a problem with the system.
 The warning indication/warning light does no t illuminate when the ignition is switch‐
ed ON.
 Always use tires for all wheels that are of the specified size, and the same manufacture,
brand, and tread pattern. In addition, do not use tires with significantly different wear
patterns on the same vehicle. If such improper tires are used, the LDWS may not operate
normally.
 When an emergency spare tire is used, the system may not operate normally.
NOTE
If the windshield area in front of the Fo rward Sensing Camera (FSC) is fogged or ob ‐
structed, the light turns on temporarily. If the light remains turned on, there may be a
problem with the system.
(Amber)
High Beam Control System (HBC)
Warning Indication/
Warning Light
*
The warning indication/warning light illuminate s if there is a problem with the system.
Have your vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
NOTE
If the windshield area in front of the Fo rward Sensing Camera (FSC) is fogged or ob ‐
structed, the warning in dication/warning light illuminates temporarily. If the warning in ‐
dication/warning light illuminates, ther e may be a problem with the system.
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
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SignalWarning
Blind Spot Monitor‐
ing (BSM) Warning
Indication
*
The message is displayed when the system ha s a malfunction. Have your vehicle inspect‐
ed by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
NOTE
If the vehicle is driven on a road with less traffic and few vehicles that the radar sensors
can detect, the system may pause. How ever, it does not indicate a malfunction.
Blind Spot Monitor‐
ing (BSM) OFF In ‐
dicator Light
*
A problem in the system may be indicated under the following conditions.
Have your vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
The light does not turn on when the ignition is switched ON.The light remains on even when the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system can be oper‐
ated.
The light turns on while driving the vehicle.
NOTE
If the vehicle is driven on a road with less traffic and few vehicles that the radar sensors
can detect, the system may pause (The Blin d Spot Monitoring (BSM) OFF indicator light
in the instrument cluster illuminates). Ho wever, it does not indicate a malfunction.
Retractable Hardtop
Warning Indication*
The message is displayed when the system ha s a malfunction. Have your vehicle inspect‐
ed by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
LED Headlight Warning Light This light illuminates if ther
e is a malfunction in the LED headlight. Have your vehicle
inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
▼ Taking Action
Take the appropriate action and verify
that the warning light turns off.
Signal Warning Action to be taken
(Amber)
Smart City Brake Sup ‐
port (SCBS) Warning
Light
*
The light turns on if the windshield is dirty
or there is a malfun ction in the system. Verify the reason wh
y the warning light is
illuminated on the center display.
If the reason why the warning light is illu ‐
minated is due to a dirty windshield, clean
the windshield.
For any other reasons, have the vehicle in ‐
spected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
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