2006 MAZDA MODEL MX-5 MIATA clock

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NOTE
lIf the halogen bulb is accidentally
touched, it should be cleaned with
rubbing alcohol before being used.
lUse the protective cover and carton
of the replacement bulb to dispose of
the old bulb promptly out of the
reach of children.
Low-beam bulbs
(Xenon fusion bulbs)
You cannot replace the low beam bulbs by
yourself.
The bulbs must be replaced at an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
(Halogen bulbs)
NOTE
Replacing low-beam halogen bulbs is
difficult therefore contacting an
Authorized Mazda Dealer is
recommended.
1. If you are changing the right headlight bulb, start the engine, turn the steering
wheel all the way to the left, and turn
off the engine. If you are changing the
left headlight bulb, turn the steering
wheel to the right. 2. Turn the screws counterclockwise and
remove them.
3. Turn the center section of the plastic
retainers counterclockwise and remove
them, then remove the mudguard.
Removal
Installation
4. Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb by pulling it to the rear.
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5. Pull off the sealing cover.
6. Unhook the bulb retaining spring.
7. Swing the retaining spring out andaway to free the headlight bulb.
8. Carefully remove the socket and bulb assembly by pulling it straight back.
9. Remove the headlight bulb from the socket.
10. Install the new socket and bulb
assembly in the reverse order of
removal.
NOTE
lIf the halogen bulb is accidentally
touched, it should be cleaned with
rubbing alcohol before being used.
lUse the protective cover and carton
for the replacement bulb to dispose
of the old bulb promptly and out of
the reach of children.
lWhen reinstalling the sealing cover,
make sure
faces up.
Front fog light bulbsí
1. If you are changing the right Front foglight bulb, start the engine, turn the
steering wheel all the way to the left,
and turn off the engine. If you are
changing the left Front fog light bulb,
turn the steering wheel to the right.
2. Turn the screws counterclockwise and remove them.
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3. Turn the center section of the plasticretainers counterclockwise and remove
them, then remove the mudguard.
Removal
Installation
4. Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise, and carefully pull it
backward.
5. Disconnect the socket and bulb assembly from the electrical connector
by pressing the tab on the connector
with your finger and pulling it.
6. Install the new socket and bulbassembly in the reverse order of
removal.
NOTE
lIf the halogen bulb is accidentally
touched, it should be cleaned with
rubbing alcohol before being used.
lUse the protective cover and carton
of the replacement bulb to dispose of
the old bulb promptly out of the
reach of children.
Front turn signal lights
1. If you are changing the right front turn
signal light bulb, start the engine, turn
the steering wheel all the way to the
left, and turn off the engine. If you are
changing the left front turn signal light
bulb, turn the steering wheel to the
right.
2. Turn the screws counterclockwise and remove them.
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3. Turn the center section of the plasticretainers counterclockwise and remove
them, then remove the mudguard.
Removal
Installation
4. Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it.
5. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
6. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal.
Parking lights
1. Turn the socket and bulb assemblycounterclockwise and remove it. 2. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
3. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of removal.
Front side-marker lights
NOTE
To replace the bulb, contact an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
1. Slide the unit as shown in the figure to remove it.
2. Turn the socket and bulb assemblycounterclockwise and remove it.
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3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
4. Install the new bulb in the reverse orderof removal.
Brake lights/Taillights, Rear turn signal
lights, Reverse lights
1. Pull the center section of the plasticretainers and remove them, then
remove the trunk end trim.
Removal
Installation
2. On the side the bulb is to be replaced, pull the center section of the plastic
retainers and remove them, then
remove the trunk side trim.
Removal
Installation
3. Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it.
4. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
Brake lights/Taillights Rear turn signal lights
Reverse lights
5. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal.
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C
Clock ................................................. 6-24
Convertible Top ................................ 3-40
Cruise Control ................................... 5-19
Cup Holder ........................................ 6-40
Customer Assistance ........................... 9-2
D
Dashboard Illumination .................... 5-37
Daytime Running Lights ................... 5-53
DefrosterRear window .............................. 5-56
Detachable Hardtop .......................... 3-45
Dimensions ....................................... 10-5
Door Locks ....................................... 3-28
Driving In Flooded Area ................... 4-11
Driving Tips ........................................ 4-7 Automatic transmission .............. 5-18
Break-in period ............................ 4-7
Driving in flooded area .............. 4-11
Hazardous driving ........................ 4-8
Money-saving suggestions ........... 4-7
Rocking the vehicle ...................... 4-9
Winter driving .............................. 4-9
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) ..... 5-24
DSC OFF indicator light ............ 5-25
DSC OFF switch ........................ 5-26
TCS/DSC Indicator light ............ 5-24
E
Emergency Starting ........................... 7-21Flooded engine ........................... 7-21
Jump-starting .............................. 7-22
Push-starting .............................. 7-26
Emergency Towing ........................... 7-27
Emission Control System .................... 4-3
E
Engine Coolant ....................................... 8-18
Exhaust gas .................................. 4-5
Hood release .............................. 3-38
Oil .............................................. 8-15
Overheating ................................ 7-19
Starting ......................................... 5-4
Engine Compartment Overview ........ 8-14
Engine Coolant Overheating ................................ 7-19
Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge ................................................ 5-35
Exhaust Gas ........................................ 4-5
Exterior Care ..................................... 8-50
F
Flasher Hazard warning .......................... 5-57
Headlights .................................. 5-52
Flat Tire ............................................... 7-3 Changing .................................... 7-13
Instant Mobility System
(IMS) Emergency Flat Tire Repair
Kit ................................................ 7-6
Tool storage .................................. 7-5
Fluids Classification .............................. 10-4
Owner maintenance .................... 8-11
Fog Lights ......................................... 5-54
Foot Brake .......................................... 5-5
Fuel Filler lid and cap ........................ 3-37
Gauge ......................................... 5-36
Requirements ............................... 4-2
Tank capacity ............................. 10-5
Index
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