2003 MAZDA MODEL MX-5 MIATA fog light

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Your Vehicle at a Glance
Form No. 8R09-EA-02G
Dashboard Overview
Hood release handle
Climate control systemCup holder
Glove box
Shift lever
Parking brake
Audio system
Passenger-side air bag
Hazard warning flasher switch
Fog lights switch Lighting control/Turn signals Instrument cluster
Driver-side air bag
Wiper and washer lever
Ignition switch Ashtray
Center console
Power window
switches
Cruise control switches
Cruise main switch(page 2-20)
(page 5-17)
(page 5-30)
(page 5-14)
(page 5-31) (page 5-32)
(page 5-14)
(page 5-35)
(page 6-10)
(page 5-10)
(page 6-40)
(page 3-13)
(page 3-16)
(page 5-2)
(page 6-2) (page 5-5)
(page 6-38) (page 6-39) (page 6-40)
(page 2-20)
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Form No. 8R09-EA-02G
5Driving Your Mazda
Explanation of instruments and controls.
Starting and Driving ................................................................... 5- 2
Ignition Switch ........................................................................ 5- 2
Starting the Engine .................................................................. 5- 3
Brake System ........................................................................... 5- 4
Manual Transmission Operation ............................................. 5- 8
Automatic Transmission Controls ........................................... 5-10
Power Steering ......................................................................... 5-13
Cruise Control ......................................................................... 5-14
Instrument Cluster and Indicators ............................................ 5-17
Meters and Gauges .................................................................. 5-17
Warning/Indicator Lights and Beeps ........................................ 5-22
Warning/Indicator Lights ......................................................... 5-22
Beeps ....................................................................................... 5-29
Switches and Controls ................................................................. 5-30
Lighting Control ...................................................................... 5-30
Turn and Lane-Change Signals ............................................... 5-31
Fog Lights ................................................................................ 5-31
Daytime Running Lights (Canada) .......................................... 5-32
Windshield Wipers and Washer ............................................... 5-32
Rear Window Defroster ........................................................... 5-34
Horn ......................................................................................... 5-34
Hazard Warning Flasher .......................................................... 5-35
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Driving Your Mazda
Switches and Controls
Form No. 8R09-EA-02G

Tu r n S i g n a l
Move the signal lever down (for a left
turn) or up (for a right turn) to the stop
position. The signal will self-cancel after
the turn is completed.
If the indicator light continues to flash
after a turn, manually return the lever to
its original position.
Green indicators on the dashboard show
which signal is working.
Lane-change signals
Move the lever slightly toward the
direction of the change
—until the
indicator flashes — and hold it there. It
will return to the off position when
released. Use this switch to turn on the fog lights.
They help you to see as well as to be seen.
To turn on the fog lights, first turn on the
headlight switch. Then press the fog light
switch.
To turn the fog lights off:
(Type A)
Press the fog light switch again or turn the
headlight switch off.
(Type B)
Press the left part of the fog light switch
or turn the headlight switch off.
Turn and Lane-Change
Signals
NOTE
If an indicator light stays on without
flashing or if it flashes abnormally, the
turn signal bulb may be burned out.
Right turn
Right lane
OFF
Left lanechange change
Left turn
Fog Lights
NOTE
The fog lights will turn off when the
headlights are set at high beam.
Type A
Type B
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Driving Your Mazda
Switches and Controls
Form No. 8R09-EA-02G
The rear window defroster clears frost,
fog, and thin ice from the rear window.
The ignition switch must be in the ON
position.
Press the switch to turn on the rear
window defroster, the indicator light will
illuminate.
Press the switch again to turn it off.To sound the horn, press around the
mark of the steering wheel.
Rear Window Defroster
Don
’t use sharp instruments or
window cleaners with abrasives to
clean the inside of the rear window
surface. They may damage the
defroster grid inside the window.
NOTE
This defroster is not designed for
melting snow. If there is an
accumulation of snow on the rear
window, brush it off before using the
defroster.
CAUTION
Horn
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Interior Comfort
Form No. 8R09-EA-02G
Climate Control System

Operating the Climate Control
System
Operate the climate control system with
the engine running.

Clearing the Air Inlet
Clear all obstructions like leaves, snow
and ice from the hood and the air inlet in
the cowling grille to improve the system
efficiency.

Foggy Windows
The windows may fog up easily in humid
weather. Use the climate control system to
defog the windows.
To help defog the windows, operate the air
conditioner to dehumidify the air.

Outside/Recirculated Air
Position
Use the outside air position in normal
conditions. The recirculated air position
can be used temporarily when driving on
dusty roads or for quick cooling of the
interior.

Parking in Direct Sunlight
If the vehicle has been parked in direct
sunlight during hot weather, open the
windows to let warm air escape, then run
the climate control system.

Not Using for a Long Period
Run the air conditioner at least once a
month to keep internal parts lubricated.

Check the Refrigerant before the
Weather Gets Hot
Have the air conditioner checked before
the weather gets hot. Lack of refrigerant
may make the air conditioner less
efficient. Consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer for refrigerant inspection.
The air conditioner is filled with
HFC134a (R134a), a refrigerant that will
not damage the ozone layer.
If the air conditioner is low on refrigerant
or has a malfunction, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Operating Tips
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Interior Comfort
Climate Control System
Form No. 8R09-EA-02G
Mode selector dial
Turn the mode selector dial to select
airflow mode(page 6-4).
A/C switch
Push the switch to turn the air conditioner
on. The indicator light on the switch will
illuminate when the fan control dial is on.
Push the switch once again to turn the air
conditioner off.Air intake selector
This lever controls the source of air
entering the vehicle.
It is recommended that under normal
conditions the lever be kept in the outside
air position.
Outside air position ( )
Outside air is taken into the vehicle. Use
this position for normal ventilation and
heating.
Recirculated air position ( )
Outside air is shut off. Air within the
vehicle is recirculated.
This position can be used when driving on
a dusty road or in similar conditions. It
also helps to provide quicker cooling of
the interior.
NOTE
The air conditioner may not function
when the outside temperature
approaches 0
°C ( (32 ° F).
The Recirculated Air Position:
Using the position in cold or
rainy weather will cause the glass to
fog up. Your vision will be hampered,
which could lead to a serious
accident. Do not use the
position in cold or rainy weather.
WARNING
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Interior Comfort
Au di o S ys t em
Form No. 8R09-EA-02G
•Dust, finger smudges, and dirt can
decrease the amount of light reflected
from the signal surface, thus affecting
sound quality. If the CD should
become soiled, gently wipe it with a
soft cloth from the center of the CD to
the edge.
• Do not use record sprays, antistatic
agents, or household spray cleaners.
Volatile chemicals such as benzine and
thinner can also damage the surface of
the CD and must not be used. Anything
that can damage, warp, or fog plastic
should never be used to clean CDs.
• CDs, like traditional audio records, are
made of plastic. To avoid warping,
keep the CDs in their cases and do not
store them where they will be exposed
to direct sunlight.
• The CD player/changer ejects the CD if
the CD is inserted upside down. Also
dirty and/or defective CDs may be
ejected.
• 8 cm (3 in) CDs and CD accessories
(e.g. 8 cm disc adapter) cannot be used
in the CD player/changer.
• Do not insert cleaning discs in the CD
player/changer.
• Do not insert any disc with a peel-off
or seal on it.
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Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
Form No. 8R09-EA-02G

Replacing a Bulb (Front)
To replace the fog light bulbs, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

Replacing a Bulb (Interior)
Side-marker lights
Front turn signal lights/Parking lights
Overhead light
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