2014 MAZDA MODEL MX-5 MIATA Trunk light

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To the outside of the vehicle
Rope
Links
NOTE
Always route the one end of the rope to the
inside of the vehicle. If it is not inside the
vehicle, it will be difficult to service the
hardtop at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
3. Do the same procedure on the other
side.
4. Close the deck uniformly on both sides using two adults, one on each side of
the vehicle.
CAUTION
Close the deck using two adults.
Doing it alone could result in injury
or the deck lid mechanism being
twisted which could damage it. 5. Lightly pushing the deck downward,
pull the ropes to the rear along both
sides of the trunk to hold the deck
down.
NOTE
Pull the ropes horizontally to the vehicle rear.
Rope
6. Lightly move the deck and verify that it is secured completely.
7. Open the trunk using the key, and tie the rope to the bracket and knot it twice
so that it does not loosen.
Rope
Bracket
CAUTION
Tie the ropes securely so that the
deck does not open while the vehicle
is being driven.
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Theft-Deterrent Systemí
If the theft deterrent system detects an
inappropriate entry into the vehicle, which
could result in the vehicle or its contents
being stolen, the alarm alerts the
surrounding area of an abnormality by
sounding the horn and flashing the hazard
warning lights.
Refer to Operation on page 3-71.
NOTE
lThe theft-deterrent system operates with the
key or the keyless entry system transmitter.
l(With advanced key)
The theft-deterrent system can also be
operated using the advanced keyless
function.
The system operates only when the driver is
in the vehicle or within operational range
while the advanced key is being carried.
lThe system will not function unless it is
properly armed. To properly secure the
vehicle, always make sure both windows
are completely closed and both doors and
the trunk lid are locked before leaving the
vehicle. Remember to take your key and
transmitter.
qOperation
System triggering conditions
The horn sounds intermittently and the
hazard warning lights flash for about 25
seconds when the system is triggered by
any one of the following:
lForcing open a door, the hood or the
trunk lid.
lUnlocking a door with the door lock
switch.
lOpening a door by operating an inside
door-lock knob.
lOpening the hood by operating the
hood release handle.
lOpening the trunk lid by operating the
trunk lid release button.
If the system is triggered again, the lights
and horn will activate until a door is
unlocked or the trunk lid is opened with
the key or with the transmitter.
(With advanced key)
The lights and horn can also be
deactivated by pressing the request
switch.
NOTE
If the battery goes dead while the theft-
deterrent system is armed, the horn will
activate and the hazard warning lights will
flash when the battery is charged or replaced.
q How to Arm the System
1. Close the windows securely.
2. Remove the key from the ignition
switch.
(With advanced key)
Switch the ignition off with the start
knob.
3. Make sure all the windows the hood, and the trunk lid are closed. Close and
lock both doors from the outside using
the key. If you have the keyless entry
system, press the lock button on the
transmitter.
The hazard warning lights will flash
once to indicate that the system is
armed.
The following method will also arm the
theft-deterrent system:
(With advanced key)
Press a request switch on the doors or
the lock button on the transmitter.
(Without advanced key)
Close the hood and the trunk lid. Press
the area on the door-lock switch
marked “LOCK ”once. Close both
doors.
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NOTE
Locking the doors with the inside door-lock
knob will not arm the system.
qTo Turn off an Armed System
An armed system can be turned off by any
one of the following methods:
lUnlock a door with the key.lPress the unlock button on the keyless
entry system transmitter.
lInsert the key into the ignition switch
and switch the ignition ON.
l(With advanced key)lPress a request switch on the doors
or the unlock button on the
transmitter.
lSwitch the ignition ON with the
start knob.
The hazard warning lights will flash twice
to indicate that the system is turned off.
NOTE
The trunk lid can be opened with the key or the
transmitter even when the system is armed. The
alarm will not come on and the system will
remain armed.
q To Stop an Alarm
A triggered alarm can be turned off by
any one of the following methods:
lUnlock a door with the key.lOpen the trunk lid with the key.lPress the unlock button or press and
hold the trunk button on the keyless
entry system transmitter.
l(With advanced key)lPress a request switch on the doors.lPress the unlock button or press and
hold the trunk button on the
transmitter. NOTE
If you have any problem with the theft-
deterrent system, consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
q
Theft-Deterrent Labels
A label indicating that your vehicle is
equipped with a Theft-Deterrent System is
in the glove compartment.
Mazda recommends that you affix it to the
lower rear corner of a front door window.
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Sunvisors
When you need a sunvisor, lower it for
use in front.
qVanity Mirrors
To use the vanity mirror, lower the
sunvisor.
Interior Lights
qOverhead Light
Switch
Position Overhead Light
Light off
Light is on when any door is open
Light on
q
Trunk Light
Switch
Position Trunk Light
Light off
Light on when the trunk is open
Interior Comfort
Interior Equipment
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18. Install the tire valve cap.
19. Put the emergency flat tire repair kitin the trunk and continue driving.
CAUTION
ØDrive carefully to an Authorized
Mazda Dealer and keep the
vehicle speed below 80 km/h (50
mph).
Ø If the vehicle is driven 80 km/h (50
mph) or higher, the vehicle might
begin to vibrate.
NOTE
(With Tire Pressure Monitoring System)
If the tire is not properly inflated, the tire
pressure monitoring system warning light will
illuminate (page 5-32).
20. After driving the vehicle for 10 minutes or 5 km (3 miles), check the
tire pressure with the tire pressure
gauge equipped with the compressor.
If the tire pressure has fallen below
the correct tire pressure, inflate the
tire to the correct pressure again
following the steps from number 15.
CAUTION
ØIf the tire inflation pressure falls
below 130 kPa (1.3 kgf/cm2or bar,
18.9 psi), repair cannot be done
with the repair kit. Park the
vehicle on a level surface off the
right-of-way and contact an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Ø If the tire inflation pressure
continues to remain low after
repeating steps 14 to 21, park the
vehicle on a level surface off the
right-of-way and contact an
Authorized Mazda Dealer. NOTE
When checking the tire inflation pressure with
the tire pressure gauge on the compressor unit,
make sure the compressor switch is turned off.
21. The emergency flat tire repair is
completed if the tire air pressure does
not decrease. Drive the vehicle
carefully to the nearest Authorized
Mazda Dealer promptly and have the
tire replaced. Mazda recommends that
the tire be replaced with a new one. If
the tire is to be repaired and reused,
consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
CAUTION
ØFor a tire which has undergone an
emergency flat tire repair using
the emergency flat tire repair kit,
Mazda recommends that the tire
be replaced with a new one as
soon as possible. If the tire is to be
repaired and reused, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Ø The wheel can be reused after any
sealant adhering to it is wiped off
and carefully inspected. However,
replace the tire valve with a new
one.
qInspecting the IMS Emergency
Flat Tire Repair Kit
Inspect the emergency tire repair kit at
regular intervals.
lCheck the tire sealant period of
effective use.
lCheck the operation of the tire
compressor.
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Light Bulbs
High-mount brake light
License plate lights
Trunk light
Reverse lights
Rear turn signal lights
Brake lights/Taillights
Rear side-marker lights Overhead light
Headlights (Low beam) Headlights (High beam)
Fog lights
Front turn signal lights/Parking lights Front side-marker lights
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5. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
6. Install the new bulb in the reverse orderof the removal procedure.
Front turn signal lights/Parking lights
1. If you are changing the right bulb, startthe engine, turn the steering wheel all
the way to the right, and turn off
engine. If you are changing the left
bulb, turn the steering wheel to the left,
and turn off engine.
2. Make sure the turn signal switch is off.
3. Turn the center section of the plastic retainer counterclockwise and remove
the retainers and partially peel back the
mudguard.
Removal
Installation
4. Turn the socket and bulb assemblycounterclockwise and remove it. 5. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
6. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of the removal procedure.
Rear turn signal lights, Reverse lights,
Brake lights/Taillights, Rear side
marker lights
Rear side marker lights
Due to the complexity and difficulty of
the procedure, the LED bulbs must be
replaced by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
NOTE
LED bulb replacement is not possible because
it is built into the unit. Replace the unit.
Rear turn signal lights, Reverse lights,
Brake lights/Taillights
1. Make sure the ignition is switched offand the applicable light switch is off.
2. Lift the trunk.
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3. Pull the center section of the plasticretainers and remove them, then
remove the trunk end trim.
Removal
Installation
4. Remove the trunk light connector.
5. Remove the trunk lid release lock-out button connector.
6. Pull the center section of the plasticretainers and remove them, then
remove the trunk side trim.
Removal
Installation
7. Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it.
8. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
Rear turn signal lights
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