2016 MAZDA MODEL MX-5 clutch

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When Driving
Brake
WARNING
Do not rely completely on Hill Launch
Assist (HLA):
Hill Launch Assist (HLA) is an auxiliary
device for accelerating from a stop
on a slope. The system only operates
for about two seconds and therefore,
relying only on the system, when
accelerating from a stop is dangerous
because the vehicle may move (roll)
unexpectedly and cause an accident.
The vehicle could roll depending on
the vehicle's load or if it is towing
something. In addition, for vehicles
with a manual transmission, the
vehicle could still roll depending on
how the clutch pedal or the accelerator
pedal is operated.
Always confirm the safety around the
vehicle before starting to drive the
vehicle.
NOTE
 Hill Launch Assist (HLA) does not
operate on a gentle slope. In addition,
the gradient of the slope on which the
system will operate changes depending
on the vehicle's load. Hill Launch Assist (HLA) does not
operate if the parking brake is applied,
the vehicle has not stopped completely,
or the clutch pedal is released. While Hill Launch Assist (HLA) is
operating, the brake pedal may feel
stiff and vibrate, however, this does not
indicate a malfunction. Hill Launch Assist (HLA) does not
operate while the TCS/DSC indicator
light is illuminated.
Refer to Warning/Indicator Lights on
page 4-16. Hill Launch Assist (HLA) does not
turn off even if the DSC OFF switch is
pressed to turn off the TCS/DSC.
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When Driving
Cruise Control
To Decrease Cruising Speed
Press the SET/ switch and hold it. The
vehicle will gradually slow.
Release the switch at the desired speed.
Press the SET/ switch and release it
immediately to adjust the preset speed.
Multiple operations will decrease the
preset speed according to the number of
times it is operated.
Decreasing speed with a single SET/
switch operation
Meter display for vehicle speed indicated
in km/h: 1 km/h (0.6 mph)
Meter display for vehicle speed indicated
in mph: 1 mph (1.6 km/h)
To Resume Cruising Speed at
More Than 25 km/h (16 mph)
If some other method besides the OFF/
CANCEL switch was used to cancel
cruising speed (such as applying the brake
pedal) and the system is still activated, the
most recent set speed will automatically
resume when the RESUME/ switch is
pressed.
If vehicle speed is below 25 km/h (16
mph), increase the vehicle speed up to 25
km/h (16 mph) or more and press the
RESUME/ switch.
To Temporarily Cancel
To temporarily cancel the system, use one
of these methods:
 Slightly depress the brake pedal. (Manual transmission)
Depress the clutch pedal. Press the OFF/CANCEL switch.
If the RESUME/ switch is pressed when
the vehicle speed is 25 km/h (16 mph) or
higher, the system reverts to the previously
set speed.
NOTE
 If any of the following conditions occur,
the cruise control system is temporarily
canceled.
 The parking brake is applied. (Automatic transmission)
The selector lever is in the P or N
position. (Manual transmission)
The shift lever is in the neutral
position.
 When the cruise control system is
temporarily canceled by even one of the
applicable cancel conditions, the speed
cannot be re-set. (Automatic transmission)
The cruise control cannot be cancelled
while driving in manual mode (selector
lever shifted from D to M position).
Therefore, engine braking will not be
applied even if the transaxle is shifted
down to a lower gear. If deceleration is
required, lower the set speed or depress
the brake pedal.
To Deactivate
When a cruising speed has been set
(cruise set indicator light (green) turns
on)
Long-press the OFF/CANCEL switch or
press the OFF/CANCEL switch 2 times.
When a cruising speed has not been set
(cruise main indicator light (amber)
turns on)
Press the OFF/CANCEL switch.
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6Maintenance and Care
How to keep your Mazda in top condition.
Essential Information ........................................................................\
6-2
Introduction ........................................................................\
...........6-2
Scheduled Maintenance .....................................................................6-4
Scheduled Maintenance (U.S.A., Canada, and Puerto Rico) ........6-4
Scheduled Maintenance (Mexico) ..............................................6-13
Maintenance Monitor ..................................................................6-20
Owner Maintenance ........................................................................\
.6-22
Owner Maintenance Precautions ................................................6-22
Hood ........................................................................\
....................6-24
Engine Compartment Overview .................................................6-26
Engine Oil ........................................................................\
...........6-27
Engine Coolant ........................................................................\
....6-29
Brake/Clutch Fluid ......................................................................6-31
Washer Fluid ........................................................................\
.......6-31
Body Lubrication ........................................................................\
6-32
Wiper Blades ........................................................................\
.......6-33
Battery ........................................................................\
.................6-36
Key Battery Replacement ...........................................................6-38
Tires........................................................................\
.....................6-41
Light Bulbs ........................................................................\
..........6-45
Fuses ........................................................................\
...................6-52
Appearance Care........................................................................\
......6-57
Exterior Care ........................................................................\
.......6-57
Interior Care ........................................................................\
........6-64
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Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
Schedule 2
U.S.A. (severe driving conditions) and Puerto Rico residents
Maintenance Interval
Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first.
Months4812162024283236404448
×1000 km81624324048566472808896
×1000 miles51015202530354045505560
ENGINE
Drive beltsI
Engine oil & filterFlexible*1Replace when wrench indicator light is ON. (Max interval:12 months/16,000km (10,000 miles))
FixedRRRRRRRRRRRR
COOLING SYSTEM
Engine coolant*2Replace at first 192,000 km (120,000 miles) or 10 years; after that, every 96,000 km (60,000 miles) or 5 years.
Engine coolant levelIIIIIIIIIIII
FUEL SYSTEM
Air filter
U.S.A. (severe driving conditions)
R
Puerto RicoRR
Fuel lines and hoses*3II
Hoses and tubes for emission*3I
IGNITION SYSTEM
Spark plugsReplace every 120,000 km (75,000 miles).
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Function of all lightsIIIIIIIIIIII
CHASSIS and BODY
Brake lines, hoses and connectionsII
Brake and clutch fluid levelIIIIIIIIIIII
Disc brakesIIII
Manual transmission oilRR
Tire (Rotation)*4Rotate every 8,000 km (5,000 miles).
Tire inflation pressure and tire wear*4IIIIIIIIIIII
Steering operation and linkagesII
Front and rear suspension, ball joints and wheel bearing axial playII
Rear differential oil*5
Driveshaft dust bootsII
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Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
Canada residents
Maintenance Interval
Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first.
Months4812162024283236404448
×1000 km81624324048566472808896
×1000 miles51015202530354045505560
ENGINE
Drive beltsI
Engine oil & filterRRRRRRRRRRRR
COOLING SYSTEM
Engine coolant*1Replace at first 192,000 km (120,000 miles) or 10 years; after that, every 96,000 km (60,000 miles) or 5 years.
Engine coolant levelIIIIIIIIIIII
FUEL SYSTEM
Air filterIIIIIIRIIIII
Fuel lines and hoses*2II
Hoses and tubes for emission*2I
IGNITION SYSTEM
Spark plugsReplace every 120,000 km (75,000 miles).
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Function of all lightsIIIIIIIIIIII
CHASSIS and BODY
Brake lines, hoses and connectionsII
Brake and clutch fluid levelIIIIIIIIIIII
Disc brakesIIII
Manual transmission oilRR
Tire (Rotation)*3Rotate every 8,000 km (5,000 miles).
Tire inflation pressure and tire wear*3IIIIIIIIIIII
Steering operation and linkagesII
Front and rear suspension, ball joints and wheel bearing axial playII
Rear differential oil*4
Driveshaft dust bootsII
Bolts and nuts on chassis and bodyTT
Exhaust system and heat shieldsInspect every 72,000 km (45,000 miles) or 5 years.
All locks and hingesLLLLLLLLLLLL
Washer fluid levelIIIIIIIIIIII
Emergency flat tire repair kit (if installed)*5Inspect annually.
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Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
Schedule 1
Maintenance Interval
Number of months or kilometers, whichever comes first
Months61218243036424854606672
×1000 km10203040506070809010011 0120
ENGINE
Drive beltsIII
Engine oil & filterRRRRRRRRRRRR
COOLING SYSTEM
Cooling systemIII
Engine coolant*1Replace at first 200,000 km or 10 years; after that, every 100,000 km or 5 years
FUEL SYSTEM
Air filterRRRRRR
Fuel lines and hosesI*2I*2I
Hoses and tubes for emissionI*2I*2I
Fuel filterReplace every 60,000 km
IGNITION SYSTEM
Spark plugsReplace every 120,000 km
CHASSIS and BODY
Brake lines, hoses and connectionsIIIIII
Brake and clutch fluid levelIIIIIIIII
Brake fluidRRR
Disc brakesIIIIIIIIIIII
Manual transmission oilR
Tire (Rotation)*3Rotate every 10,000 km
Tire inflation pressure and tire wear*3IIIIIIIIIIII
Steering operation and linkagesIIIIIIIIIIII
Front and rear suspension, ball joints and wheel bearing axial playIIIIII
Rear differential oil*4
Driveshaft dust bootsIIIIII
Bolts and nuts on chassis and bodyTTTTTT
Exhaust system and heat shieldsIIIIII
All locks and hingesLLLLLLLLLLLL
Washer fluid levelIIIIIIIIIIII
Emergency flat tire repair kit (if installed)*5Inspect annually.
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Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
Schedule 2
Maintenance Interval
Number of months or kilometers, whichever comes first
Months369121518212427303336
×1000 km51015202530354045505560
ENGINE
Drive beltsI
Engine oil & filterRRRRRRRRRRRR
COOLING SYSTEM
Cooling systemI
Engine coolant*1Replace at first 200,000 km or 10 years; after that, every 100,000 km or 5 years
Engine coolant levelIIIIIIIIIIII
FUEL SYSTEM
Air filterCRCRCR
Fuel lines and hosesI*2
Hoses and tubes for emissionI*2
Fuel filterReplace every 60,000 km
IGNITION SYSTEM
Spark plugsReplace every 120,000 km
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Function of all lightsIIIIIIIIIIII
CHASSIS and BODY
Brake lines, hoses and connectionsIII
Brake and clutch fluid levelIIIII
Brake fluidR
Disc brakesIIIIII
Manual transmission oilR
Tire (Rotation)*3Rotate every 10,000 km
Tire inflation pressure and tire wear*3IIIIII
Steering operation and linkagesIIIIII
Front and rear suspension, ball joints and wheel bearing axial playIII
Rear differential oil*4
Driveshaft dust bootsIII
Bolts and nuts on chassis and bodyTTT
Exhaust system and heat shieldsIII
All locks and hingesLLLLLL
Washer fluid levelIIIIII
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Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
(Cont.)
Maintenance Interval
Number of months or kilometers, whichever comes first
Months394245485154576063666972
×1000 km6570758085909510010511 011 5120
ENGINE
Drive beltsII
Engine oil & filterRRRRRRRRRRRR
COOLING SYSTEM
Cooling systemII
Engine coolant*1Replace at first 200,000 km or 10 years; after that, every 100,000 km or 5 years
Engine coolant levelIIIIIIIIIIII
FUEL SYSTEM
Air filterCRCRCR
Fuel lines and hosesI*2I
Hoses and tubes for emissionI*2I
Fuel filterReplace every 60,000 km
IGNITION SYSTEM
Spark plugsReplace every 120,000 km
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Function of all lightsIIIIIIIIIIII
CHASSIS and BODY
Brake lines, hoses and connectionsIII
Brake and clutch fluid levelIIII
Brake fluidRR
Disc brakesIIIIII
Manual transmission oilRR
Tire (Rotation)*3Rotate every 10,000 km
Tire inflation pressure and tire wear*3IIIIII
Steering operation and linkagesIIIIII
Front and rear suspension, ball joints and wheel bearing axial playIII
Rear differential oil*4
Driveshaft dust bootsIII
Bolts and nuts on chassis and bodyTTT
Exhaust system and heat shieldsIII
All locks and hingesLLLLLL
Washer fluid levelIIIIII
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