2015 MAZDA MODEL MX-5 stop start

Request switch
80cm (31in)
80cm (31in)
80cm (31in)
Operational range Exterior aerial
Before Driving
Operational Range
The advanced keyless system operates only when the driver is in the vehicle or
within operational range while the key is being carried.
Both doors and the boot lid, fuel-filler flap can be
locked/unlocked by pressing the request switch
while the key is being carried.
Locking, Unlocking with Request Switch
2 For details, refer to Section 3, “Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System”,
“Doors and Locks” or “Steering Wheel”.
Steering Wheel Adjustment
1. Stop the vehicle, and then pull down the lock
release lever under the steering column.
3. Attempt to push the steering wheel up and
down to make sure it's locked before driving. 2. Tilt the steering wheel to the desired positions,
then push the lever up to lock the column.
Lock release lever
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When Driving
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Indicator light
Push button start
Starting the Engine
1. Make sure the parking brake is on.
2. Continue to press the brake pedal firmly
until the engine has completely started.
3. (Manual transmission)
Continue to press the clutch pedal firmly
until the engine has completely started.
(Automatic transmission)
Put the vehicle in park (P). If you must
restart the engine while the vehicle is
moving, shift into neutral (N).
4. Press the push button start after both the KEY indicator
light (green) in the instrument cluster and the push button
start indicator light (green) illuminate.
For details, refer to Section 4, “Start/Stop Engine”.
Turning the Engine Off
1. Stop the vehicle completely.
2. (Manual transmission)
Shift into neutral and set the parking brake.
(Automatic transmission)
Shift the selector lever to the P position and set the parking brake.
3. Press the push button start to turn off the engine. The ignition position is off.
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When Driving
The i-stop function automatically stops the engine when the vehicle is stopped at a
traffic light or stuck in traffic, and then restarts the engine automatically to resume
driving. The system provides improved fuel economy, reduced exhaust gas
emissions, and eliminates idling noise while the engine is stopped.
Engine idle stopping and restarting
NOTE
• The i-stop indicator light (green) turns on under the following conditions:
• When engine idling is stopped.
• The i-stop indicator light (green) turns off when the engine is restarted.
Manual transmission
2. While depressing the clutch pedal, shift the shift lever to the neutral position.
Engine idling stops after the clutch pedal is released.
3. The engine restarts automatically when the clutch pedal is depressed.1. Stop the vehicle by depressing the brake pedal and then the clutch pedal.
Automatic transmission
2. The engine restarts automatically when the brake pedal is released with the
selector lever in the D or M position (not in second gear fixed mode).
3. If the selector lever is in the N or P position, the engine does not restart when
the brake pedal is released. The engine restarts when the brake pedal is
depressed again or the selector lever is shifted to the D, M (not in second
gear fixed mode) or the R position. (For the purposes of safety, always keep
the brake pedal depressed when shifting the selector lever while engine
idling is stopped.) 1. Engine idling stops when the brake pedal is depressed while the vehicle is
driven (except for driving in the R or M position second gear fixed mode) and
the vehicle is stopped.
Operation of i-stop Function
Engine idling stop conditions are met while the vehicle is being driven. • (Except European model)
For details, refer to Section 4, “Start/Stop Engine”.
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When Driving
i-stop OFF Switch
By pressing the switch until a beep sounds,
the i-stop function is turned off and the i-stop
warning light (amber) in the instrument
cluster turns on. By pressing the switch again
until the beep sounds, the i-stop function
becomes operational and the i-stop warning
light (amber) turns off.
i-stop Warning Beep
If the driver's door is opened while engine idling is stopped, the warning sound
operates to notify the driver that engine idling is stopped. It stops when the driver's
door is closed.
i-stop indicator light (green)/i-stop warning light (amber)
i-stop indicator light (green)
• The light turns on while engine idling is stopped and turns
off when the engine is restarted.
Engine idling stop conditions are met while the vehicle
is being driven.
• The light turns on when the ignition is switched ON and
turns off when the engine is started. i-stop warning light (amber)
• The light turns on when the i-stop OFF switch is
pressed and the system is turned off. • (Except European model)
For details, refer to Section 4, “Start/Stop Engine”.
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If Trouble Arises
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If Trouble Arises
• Flat Tyre
Either run-flat tyres or conventional tyres are equipped on your Mazda depending
on the specification, therefore the procedure for repairing a flat tyre differs
depending on the type of tyre. Before driving, make sure which type of tyre is
equipped on your Mazda. If you cannot identify your tyre type, consult an expert
repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
• Overheating
1. Drive safely to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way.
2. Check whether coolant or steam is escaping from the engine compartment.
If steam is coming from the engine compartment:
Do not go near the front of the vehicle. Stop the engine.
Wait until the steam dissipates, then open the bonnet and start the engine.
If neither coolant nor steam is escaping:
Open the bonnet and idle the engine until it cools.
• Towing Description
We recommend that towing be done only by an expert repairer, we recommend
an Authorised Mazda Repairer or a commercial tow-truck service.
• Warning Lights and Warning Sounds
If a warning light illuminates or flashes or a warning sound is heard, check for
details concerning the warning light or sound in this guide. If the problem
cannot be resolved, contact an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
For details, refer to Section 7, “Flat Tyre”, “Overheating”, “Emergency Towing” or
“Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds”.
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