Mazda MX-5 Quick Tips
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1. Manual If you have any questions about your vehicle you are invited to contact your local dealer Or if you need additional help feel free to call our Customer Assistance Center at 1 800 222 5500 Monday through Friday 9 a m 4 45 p m Pacific 9 a m 5 45 p m Eastern Central ov MaZzDe N Unleaded Gasoline ane 2004 Calcar Quick Tips is a trademark ini alcar Quick Tips is a trademarl Oa of Calcar made in USA 5 04 20 666M DOT 12 7 gallon Mazda North American Operations reserves the right to change product specifications at any time without incurring obligations 9999 95 031C O05QT 48 liter tank MAZDA MX 5 MIATA Quick Tips Guide for Controls and Functions Quick Tips 2005 Mazda Miata page 2 page 3 face 34 5 6 7 3 8 3 Getting Started MX 5 Miata Quick Tips are designed to quickly familiarize you with some important features of your MX 5 Miata 9 This Driver s View tab is your index to the Quick Tips locate the item you would like to learn more about and then turn to the listed tab Be sure to see the tab called Getting Started this section contains important operating tips about your MX 5 Miata Items identified in blue text call out important information 26 25 24 23 22 2119 dle ae A W N Manual door locks 9 Audio system 19 Parking brake lever see Locks see Audio Systems see Center Console Power2. air bag is deployed If you choose to install a forward facing child safety seat in the front seating position move vehicle seat as far back as possible and set air bag deactivation switch to OFF position p S Remote keyless entry system Functions only with ignition in OFF position To lock doors Press Lock button 1 pressing again within 5 seconds causes doors to relock and horn to beep in To unlock Press Lock 2 for driver s door press again within 5 seconds to unlock other door To open trunk Press 3 Panic alarm Press 4 horn sounds hazard warning lights flash to stop press any remote button Cruise control Operates above 25 mph Press CRUISE MAIN switch 5 to enable disable To set speed Twist control knob 6 down toward SET COAST Y and release To increase set speed Twist control knob 6 up toward RESUME ACCEL A and release at desired speed To decrease set speed Twist control knob 6 down toward SET COAST V and release at desired speed To cancel Tap brake or clutch pedal manual transmission or press CRUISE MAIN switch 5 Denotes optional equipment tFor other rare circumstances when passenger air bag can be shut off refer to NHTSA guidelines Always check the Owner s Manual for more operating information and safety features Getting Started Quick Tips 2005 Mazda Miata page 6 page 7 Instrument Cluster INSTRUMENT CLU
3. it rests on windshield header 3 fasten latches to windshield header by pushing up until click is heard en top latches a Tip To ensure that top is securely fastened Push up on top 4 if rattling is heard repeat top latching process or have vehicle inspected by dealer Detachable hardtop 0 Tip Perform hardtop installation or removal with two people Park on a level surface away from traffic lanes set parking brake and lower side windows pull down sunvisors To remove Disconnect rear window defogger coupler lower antenna press unlock on top and side latches to release top slide top rearward while pressing down on the rear deck latches lift hard top straight off the body To install Lower antenna fully lower convertible top align rear latches with rear deck studs slide hard top forward while pressing down on the rear deck push up top and side latches to lock reconnect rear window defogger Denotes optional equipment Always check the Owner s Manual for more operating information and safety features Convertible a Quick Tips 2005 Mazda Miata page 22 page 23 b UNDER HOOD 23A 1 49 8103B 3 Windshield washer fluid 9 Engine oil dipstick reservoir Check with engine off and A Manual transmission at operating temperature B Automatic transmission Engine oil should be between Refill with windshield washer fluid F and L marks on dipstick 4 Engine oil filler c
4. maximum performance from your turbocharged engine take note of the following Use premium unleaded gasoline ONLY extra fuel additives are NOT recommended Change engine oil and filter using turbo engine interval outlined in the maintenance schedule Use engine oil with API SL or ILSAC GF 3 service grade or higher extra oil additives are NOT recommended After driving at freeway speeds or up along hill idle engine at least 30 seconds to cool turbo avoid shutting engine off abruptly after a hard or long drive turbocharger damage may result otherwise Do NOT race or over rev ANY engine when starting particularly a turbocharged engine Do NOT add aftermarket devices to alter the engine s ignition fuel delivery or turbo boost pressure this may lead to serious engine damage and void your warranty Passenger s seat air bag deactivation switcht see Driver s View for switch location Deactivate passenger s seat air bag when using a child safety seat page 4 page 5 Getting Started To deactivate activate Insert ignition key in switch 1 rotate to OFF ON remove key Amber OFF light 2 illuminates when deactivated and ignition is on 3 Tip Turn ignition off when disabling passenger front air bag A WARNINGS When using a rear facing infant safety seat always set the passenger seat air bag deactivation switch to OFF position an infant is in serious danger of being injured or killed if front passenger
5. 24 hour display turn Audio Control dial when time is flashing press dial to set 10 CD slot 11 CD eject button stores six strong stations in each MDLP mode CD tape selection selected band a 3 SEEK TRACK APC 9 Clock 18 Disc up At Press to skip forward to beginning of next CD 19 Disc down v t Press to skip back to beginning of previous CD 20 Eject button 21 DISP 22 Mini Disc display 23 Mini Disc slot 24 Dolby Noise Reduction Reduces tape noise and hiss press to activate deactivate To eject disc Press Eject 11 _ 25 Cassette door To eject specific disc Press is heard within five seconds press the desired tray number 1 6 12 12 Memory preset buttons To set Tune to station press and hold until a beep sound is heard Tip Audio system becomes and hold Eject 11 until sound inoperable if power is interru or radio is stolen a CODE is required to unlock audio unit See Owner s Manual Denotes optional equipment SAT button is standard but requires SAT subscription additional hardware tFor use with cassette tape player MD player or CD changer Always check the Owner s Manual for more operating information and safety features Audio Systems Quick Tips 2005 Mazda Miata page 18 page 19 q Center Console CENTER CONSOLE Center console 5 Remote fuel door release 1 Ashtray Cup holder To open fuel door Lift up on Pull up ashtray to remove sp
6. Quick Tips 2005 Mazda Miata page 24 page 1 af DRIVER ASSURANCE Mazda Drivers Assurance Plan Check out www mymazda com the website dedicated to you Manage your maintenance records receive valuable offers see the latest accessories and much more Mazda Roadside Assistance Exhilaration liberation and inspiration are great reasons to drive a Mazda car truck SUV or minivan In addition to all the other great standard features you also get peace of mind our Emergency Roadside Assistance Plan it s just a phone call away 24 hours a day 365 days a year call 1 800 866 1998 Mazda bumper to bumper Limited Warranty We design and build every Mazda to give you driving pleasure now and far down the road We re so confident in our quality that we cover the entire vehicle against defects in materials and workmanship for 48 months or 50 000 miles whichever comes first Mazda Service Transportation Solution Being without your Mazda may put a crimp in your day if you do ever have to take your Mazda in for repairs don t worry you re covered With the Mazda Transportation Solution you will be given a loaner car at no charge when your Mazda vehicle is in for warranty repairs For all the details see your Mazda Dealer This Quick Tips guide is provided by Mazda North American Operations to make your Mazda ownership experience more convenient It is not intended to replace your Owner s
7. STER CEmHE DIPA ju fsa oS 1 18 17 1615 14 1312 11 10 6 5 GAUGES 1 Fuel gauge 8 Turn signal hazard 14 Odometer trip 12 7 gallon 48 liter tank warning on odometer display 2 balnglegie 9 gt Immobilizer system 15 Q Brake system 2 i on see Locks Parking brake on low 3 Engine oil pressure gauge brak 4 id If outside normal range 7 Check engi AKSI 10 Check engine a 5 stop vehicle safely and turn Dealer inspection required 16 C4 Charging system off engine check oil level warning light 4 Speedometer 11 Odometer trip odometer Possible alternator or charging 5 Coolant temperature gauge selector system malfunction dealer If above normal range stop Press to select odometer or trip inspection required vehicle safely and turn off odometer A B press and hold 47 anti lock Brake System engine check coolant level to reset selected trip odometer ABS when safe 12 2 Air bag readiness Indicates ABS malfunction WARNING LIGHTS If light flashes or stays on the dealer inspection required air bags may not operate in an 48 St Overdrive off indicator 6 cruise Cruise control on accident dealer inspection i issi Lights when cruise control required j Automatic transmission is set Lights when the overdrive 13 4 Always fasten safety button is in the off position 7 D High beams on see Driver Controls belts 19 Low fuel indicator Denotes optional equipment Always check the Owner s Manual for m
8. ace front of lever can be used as a cup holder 6 Center console storage 2 Cup holder 7 Parking brake 3 Remote trunk lid release To engage Pull up To open trunk Lift up on front To release Pull up slightly of lever while depressing button at the front of lever lower 4 Center console lock parking brake lever To lock unlock Insert key and turn clockwise counterclockwise Trunk release handle Allows you to escape should Tip Trunk can be opened using remote keyless entry system Tire economy and tips Check pressure at least monthly when tires are cold Maintain correct front end you become alignment and tire balance rotate locked in trunk tires at 7 500 mile intervals see To open Pull T handle T Trunk Owner s Manual for rotation chart handle will glow if it has been bs eee ae ee key Tire pressure A exposed to light j ch Decal on the edge of the WARNING Always kee To change flat tire Follow driver s door provides tire handle recessed luggage instructions in Owner s Manual pressure information may snag on handle and A WARNING Do not exceed 50 Tire chains t open trunk mph with temporary spare Tire chains can damage aluminum Tip Temporary spare tire wheels use on steel wheels only should only be used for Tip Use only SAE class S very short periods chains install only on rear 3 Jack jack handle tires install as tightly as 4 Lock possible and retighten To loc
9. ap 10 Clutch fluid reservoir see Owner s Manual for Manual transmission recommended engine oil viscosity Level should be kept at the MAX 5 7 13 6 12 11 1 8 liter 4 cylinder parked on a level surface fluid dipstick If checked at operating marks on dipstick 2 Fuse block Tip Check all fluids with vehicle 1 Automatic transmission temperature fluid should be between FULL and LOW 5 Engine coolant reservoir Check when engine is cold fluid mark on reservoir fill with DOT 3 fluid from a sealed container level should be between the FULL 44 Air filter and LOW marks on reservoir A WARNING Never remove coolant reserve tank cap while engine is running or hot you could get burned 6 Radiator cap Do not remove if engine is running or hot 7 Hood support rod 8 Brake fluid reservoir If brake fluid level is low have your vehicle inspected by your nearest Mazda dealer 12 Power steering fluid filler cap dipstick Check with engine off and at operating temperature Level should be between H and L marks on the crosshatched area of dipstick 13 Hood latch Pull up to release hood Tip Battery is located in the trunk ES LZ Break in period First 600 miles Avoid heavy NORMAL SERVICE INTERVALS 0 Normal maintenance notes CT 7 braking and acceleration drive at varying road and engine speeds Anti lock Brake System ABS When brake pedal is pressed ABS
10. automatically reduces hydraulic pressure to any wheel on the verge of locking up You may feel a slight pulsing of the brake pedal and hear a clicking noise this tells you the ABS is functioning properly increase pressure On pedal for maximum braking Tips Maintain constant pressure on the brake pedal Do not pump the brakes Rotate tires every 7 500 miles or sooner if needed A Change Engine oil replace filter Lubricate Locks and hinges B Inspect Drive belts fuel lines and hoses idle speed brake lines and hoses steering operation and linkages front suspension ball joints driveshaft dust boots chassis and body bolts Replace Air filter spark plugs C Change Engine coolant D Inspect Engine valve clearance hoses and tubes for emission MAZDASPEED MX 5 aoe system nee 4 Replace Engine oil engine oil filter Unique driving conditionst be S system an every 5 000 miles or every 3 000 miles for unique driving conditionst Spark plugs every 100 000 miles Denotes optional equipment tSee Owner s Manual Every 5 000 miles change oil filter inspect coolant level lights brake clutch fluid tire pressure wear power steering fluid locks hinges and washer fluid Replace Engine timing belt nspect Manual transmission oil rear differential oil F Inspect Disc brakes Always check the Owner s Manual for more operating information and safety features
11. door locks 10 Climate control system 20 Passenger air bag see Locks see Climate Controls deactivation switch Air vents 11 G Rear window see Getting Started Move vents to direct airflow P Instrument panel lighting selector see Switches Interior Lights Turn signal lighting control lever see Driver Controls Instrument cluster see Instrument Cluster Wiper washer lever see Driver Controls Cruise control lever see Getting Started Hazard warning switch Press on off 12 13 14 15 16 17 defogger switch Press on off Cigarette lighter Gearshift lever see Transmission Power window switches see Switches Interior Lights Ashtray cup holder Center console see Center Console D Fuel door release lever Pull to open fuel door lt 6 Remote trunk lid release Pull to open trunk Power outside mirror switch see Switches Interior Lights Horn air bag Press for horn Fuse panel Hood release handle Pull to open partially Cruise control main switch see Getting Started 40 Fog light switch see Driver Controls Denotes optional equipment Always check the Owner s Manual for more operating information and safety features Driver s View P Quick Tips 2005 Mazda Miata amp GETTING STARTED MAZDASPEED MX 5 Turbocharging tips Turbocharger design provides better operation and requires minimum additional maintenance To get
12. k unlock Insert key and periodically turn counterclockwise clockwise Never exceed 30 mph with Denotes optional equipment 5 Battery tire chains See Owner s Manual Always check the Owner s Manual for more operating information and safety features Trunk Quick Tips CONVERTIBLE i Convertible top operation Tips Using an automatic car wash can damage top Storing articles inside near the rear window can cause damage to top upon lowering Windblocker helps reduce wind entering cabin area with top down To lower Park on a level surface away from traffic lanes set parking brake lower side windows and pull down sunvisors remove all objects from top storage area Press unlock button 1 pull top latches 2 until they completely disengage from windshield header 3 lift up on front section of top 4 lower top into storage area snap top latches 2 into closed position 2005 Mazda Convertible Miata page 20 page 21 3O Tips Do not store a wet or damp convertible top for long periods of time Secure all objects inside vehicle before lowering top To install convertible top cover Thread tether straps 5 through anchor 6 and snap into position attach top covering using fasteners insert rear edges into body molding groove To raise Park on a level surface away from traffic lanes set parking brake lower side windows and pull down sunvisors 2 fully lift top until
13. l a Ca EL BT 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 7 CD Press to play CD 8 MD Tape Press to play Mini disc Player _ cassette tape Tip MD player also plays MDLPs that have been recorded in page 16 page 17 Audio Systems 13 Tuning Audio Control Tune Rotate counterclock wise clockwise for lower frequency higher frequency Audio control Press to select ALC BASS MID TREB FADE BAL BEEP ON OFF MID and ALC availability varies with model rotate right left to adjust selected feature 14 Fast forward gt gt Press to fast forward through a track 15 Reverse lt lt Press to reverse through a track 16 Program Randomt Press to enable cancel random play CD MD or to play other side of cassette tape 17 Repeat Press to replay current Radio Press V to automatically seek higher lower frequency CD Press V to select next previous track Tape Press V to automatically advance tape to beginning of next selection replay selection to stop this operation press button again 4 LOAD To load multiple discs Press and hold LOAD 4 until a beep sound is heard insert CD when In is displayed 5 FM AM Press to select FM1 FM2 AM frequency bands 6 SAT Satellite ready capability To set With ignition in ACC or ON position press CLOCK 9 and hold until beeper sounds and time flashes press H to set hour M 2 to set minutes press CLOCK 9 Tip To select 12 hour or
14. lect lt gt recirculate inside air use for maximum heating cooling or to keep odors out c fresh air A WARNING Do not use lt gt position in cold weather windows could fog and hamper vision 5 RH Rear window defogger Press to activate deactivate 6 Airflow selections 7 air to dash J air to dash floor 44 air to floor air to floor windshield A C compressor is on W defrost air to windshield A C compressor is on WARNING When using position always set tem perature control to hot or warm to prevent glass fogging Control positions for maximum defrost Fan to maximum temperature to maximum hot airflow selector knob to egy r Qc Tips When W selected air is dried by A C compressor operation when temperature is above 39 F To help prevent windshield fogging in humid weather select Gy before starting engine To prevent moisture buildup never drive with system Always check the Owner s Manual for more operating information and safety features Climate Controls Quick Tips 2005 Mazda Miata AM FM STEREO CASSETTE CD MD 23 22 21 20 1 1 Power Volume Press on off rotate for volume 2 Scan Auto Memory Press to briefly sample next listenable selections Radio Press and hold until a beep sound is heard system auto matically scans and temporarily 5 6 7 8 91011 2 FM AM SAT cD MD TAPE CLOCK J MN EALS Garza aail E ea
15. on steep graded hills 2 Second gear Provides extra power and increased engine braking Use to reduce wheel spin when starting on slippery surfaces 1 First gear Use for engine braking when second gear is not sufficient Manual transmission Depress clutch pedal to start engine and change gears Tip Do not shift into 1st above 20 mph or clutch failure could occur 6 speed Tip Resting your foot on the clutch pedal while driving and using the clutch to hold your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on a hill may reduce clutch life Denotes optional equipment Always check the Owner s Manual for more operating information and safety features Transmission Quick Tips Manual controls 1 Fore aft adjustment Lift lever and hold slide seat release lever Safety belt buckle Seatback angle To adjust Lift and hold lever lean forward or backward release lever WN 2005 Mazda 1 3 Miata page 12 page 13 mae Seats SEATS A WARNINGS Do not adjust seats while driving Safety belts must always be worn when vehicle is in motion All air bags are supplemental and do not replace safety belt usage Always wear your safety belt and properly secure children Safety belt emergency locking mode Belts lock only on hard acceleration braking cornering or impacts of about 5 mph or more Automatic locking mode front passenger safety belt only Must be u
16. ore operating information and safety features Instrument Cluster Quick Tips 2005 Mazda Ps Controls Driver DRIVER CONTROLS Turn signal lighting control lever OFF Lights off D Tail parking and dash board lights on Rotate knob to 1 first notch 2D Tail parking dashboard and headlights on Rotate knob 1 to second notch High beams on off Push lever 2 forward to detent pull back To flash high beams Pull lever 2 toward you and release Miata page 8 page 9 Fog lights Press 3 on off functions only with headlight low beams on Windshield wiper washer lever For slow normal fast wiper speeds Push lever 4 down through detents Single wipe Set the wipers to OFF push lever 4 forward Wash and wipe Pull lever 4 toward you and hold washer and wipers will be activated until lever is released Key number plate Operates ignition and all locks Retractable key Unfold key Press 1 Fold key Press 1 and rotate __ key into holder Tip Use key number plate to purchase a new key store in a safe place separate from vehicle 4 Remote entry system see Getting Started Immobilizer system Prevents engine from running unless coded key used see Owner s Manual Manual door locks To lock unlock Push button 2 into handle pull toward you Power door locks Both doors lock unlock by using key in driver s door or by using dri
17. sed when installing child safety seat To activate Pull webbing fully out of retractor until click is heard belt will only tighten To disengage Unbuckle belt and allow webbing to retract fully Child safety seat To install in passenger seat Move seat as far back as possible use dual locking mode retractor safety belt see Owner s Manual for proper installation of child seat and LATCH system instructions WARNING Use age appropriate child restraints see Owner s Manual and state or province laws WARNINGS When using a rear facing infant safety seat always set the passenger seat air bag deactivation switch to OFF position an infant is in serious danger of being injured or killed if front passenger air bag is deployed If you choose to install a forward facing child safety seat in the front seating position move vehicle seat as far back as possible and set air bag deactivation switch to OFF position Denotes optional equipment Always check the Owner s Manual for more operating information and safety features Child Seats Quick Tips Climate Controls CLIMATE 2005 Mazda Miata CONTROLS page 14 page 15 1 Temperature control Rotate knob to blue for cool red for warm 2 Air Conditionin __ Press to turn on of Tip Use A C to dehumidify air 3 Fan control Rotate knob to increase decrease speed turn to 0 to shut system off 4 Air intake control Slide lever to se
18. ver s button 3 Denotes optional equipment Always check the Owner s Manual for more operating information and safety features Locks Quick Tips 2005 Mazda Miata Switches Interior Lights SWITCHES INTERIOR LIGHTS Power windows Dual power mirrors page 10 page 11 4 Dome light Operate only with ignition on To open close Push down pull up front of switch 1 Press driver window button down once for one touch auto down Operate only with ignition on To adjust left right mirror Push selector switch 2 left right press switch 3 in direction of desired movement On Light always on Off Light always off Center position Light on when a door is open 5 Instrument panel lighting To brighten dim instrument panel lighting Turn thumb wheel right left QD Automatic transmission P Park To move gearshift from Park Press firmly on brake pedal then press release button 1 on gearshift R Reverse Do not engage Reverse when vehicle is moving forward N Neutral No gear engaged vehicle can roll freely even on a slight incline unless the brakes are applied Overdrive Switch Press 2 to lockout enable overdrive D Overdrive For normal driving Shifts through four forward gears automatically D Overdrive Off Shifts through three forward gears automatically Provides extra power and increased engine braking stops 3rd 4th gear cycling in stop go driving and
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