2016 MAZDA MODEL MX-5 door lock

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Before Driving
Security System
NOTE
 The theft deterrent system can also be
armed by activating the auto relock
function with both the doors, the trunk
lid and the hood closed.
Refer to Transmitter on page 3-4. The system will disarm if one of the
following operations takes place within
20 seconds after pressing the lock
button:
 Unlocking any door. Opening any door. Opening the hood. Switching the ignition ON.
To rearm the system, do the arming
procedure again. When the doors are locked by pressing
the lock button on the transmitter
or using the auxiliary key while the
theft-deterrent system is armed, the
hazard warning lights will flash once to
indicate that the system is armed.
To Turn Off an Armed System
An armed system can be turned off using
any one of the following methods:
 Pressing the unlock button on the
transmitter. Starting the engine with the push button
start. (With the advanced keyless function)
 Pressing a request switch on the doors.
The hazard warning lights will flash twice.
NOTE
When the doors are unlocked by pressing
the unlock button on the transmitter while
the theft-deterrent system is turned off, the
hazard warning lights will flash twice to
indicate that the system is turned off.
To Stop the Alarm
A triggered alarm can be turned off using
any one of the following methods:
 Pressing the unlock button on the
transmitter. Starting the engine with the push button
start. (With the advanced keyless function)
 Pressing a request switch on the doors. Pressing the electric trunk lid opener
while the key is being carried.
The hazard warning lights will flash twice.
Theft-Deterrent Labels
A label indicating that your vehicle is
equipped with a Theft-Deterrent System is
in the console box.
Mazda recommends that you affix it to the
lower rear corner of a front door window.
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Before Driving
Driving Tips
 Drive slowly. Braking performance
can be adversely affected if snow or
ice adheres to the brake components. If
this situation occurs, drive the vehicle
slowly, releasing the accelerator pedal
and lightly applying the brakes several
times until the brake performance
returns to normal.
Snow Tires
Use snow tires on all four wheels
Do not go faster than 120 km/h (75 mph)
while driving with snow tires. Inflate snow
tires 30 kPa (0.3 kgf/cm2, 4.3 psi) more
than recommended on the tire pressure
label (driver's door frame), but never
more than the maximum cold-tire pressure
shown on the tires.
The vehicle is originally equipped with
summer tires designed for optimum
traction on wet and dry roads. If your
vehicle is to be used on snow and ice
covered roads, Mazda recommends that
you replace the tires originally equipped
on your vehicle with snow tires during the
winter months.
WARNING
Use only the same size and type tires
(snow, radial, or non-radial) on all four
wheels:
Using tires different in size or type is
dangerous. Your vehicle's handling
could be greatly affected and result in
an accident.
CAUTION
Check local regulations before using
studded tires.
Tire Chains
Check local regulations before using tire
chains.
CAUTION
 Chains may affect handling. Do not go faster than 50 km/h (30
mph) or the chain manufacturer's
recommended limit, whichever is lower. Drive carefully and avoid bumps, holes,
and sharp turns. Avoid locked-wheel braking. Do not use chains on a temporary spare
tire; it may result in damage to the
vehicle and to the tire. Do not use chains on roads that are free
of snow or ice. The tires and chains could
be damaged. Chains may scratch or chip aluminum
wheels.
NOTE
If your vehicle is equipped with the tire
pressure monitoring system, the system
may not function correctly when using tire
chains.
Install the chains on the rear tires only.
Do not use chains on the front tires.
Please consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
Installing the chains
1. Secure the chains on the rear tires as
tightly as possible.
Always follow the chain manufacturer's
instructions.
2. Retighten the chains after driving
1/2—1 km (1/4—1/2 mile).
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When Driving
Start/Stop Engine
Ignition Switch
Push Button Start Positions
The system operates only when the key is
within operational range.
Each time the push button start is pressed,
the ignition switches in the order of off,
ACC, and ON. Pressing the push button
start again from ON switches the ignition
off.
Indicator light
NOTE
 The engine starts by pressing the push
button start while depressing the clutch
pedal (manual transmission) or the
brake pedal (automatic transmission).
To switch the ignition position, press the
push button start without depressing the
pedal. Do not leave the ignition switched
ON while the engine is not running.
Doing so could result in the battery
going dead. If the ignition is left in
ACC (For automatic transmission, the
selector lever is in the P position, and
the ignition is in ACC), the ignition
switches off automatically after about
25 minutes.
Off
The power supply to electrical devices
turns off and the push button start indicator
light (amber) also turns off.
In this position the steering wheel is
locked.
WARNING
Before leaving the driver's seat, always
switch the ignition off, set the parking
brake, and make sure the selector lever
is in P (automatic transmission) or in 1st
gear or R (manual transmission):
Leaving the driver's seat without
switching the ignition off, setting the
parking brake, and shifting the selector
lever to P (automatic transmission) or
to 1st gear or R (manual transmission)
is dangerous. Unexpected vehicle
movement could occur which could
result in an accident.
In addition, if your intention is to leave
the vehicle for even a short period, it
is important to switch the ignition off,
as leaving it in another position will
disable some of the vehicle's security
systems and run the battery down.
ACC (Accessory)
Some electrical accessories will operate
and the indicator light (amber) illuminates.
NOTE
The keyless entry system does not function
while the push button start has been
pressed to ACC, and the doors will not
lock/unlock even if they have been locked
manually.
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When Driving
i-ACTIVSENSE
 Under the following conditions, the radar sensors (rear) cannot detect target objects or it
may be difficult to detect them.
 The vehicle speed when reversing is about 10 km/h (6 mph) or faster. The radar sensor (rear) detection area is obstructed by a nearby wall or parked
vehicle. (Reverse the vehicle to a position where the radar sensor detection area is no
longer obstructed.)
Your vehicle
 A vehicle is approaching directly from the rear of your vehicle.
Your vehicle
 The vehicle is parked on a slant.
Your vehicle
 Directly after pressing the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) switch and the system
becomes operable.
 In the following cases, it may be difficult to view the illumination/flashing of the Blind
Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning lights equipped on the door mirrors.
 Snow or ice adheres to the door mirrors. The door glass is fogged or covered in snow, frost or dirt.
 Turn off the Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) system while pulling a trailer or while an
accessory such as a bicycle carrier is installed to the rear of the vehicle. Otherwise,
the radio waves emitted by the radar will be blocked causing the system \
to not operate
normally.
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Interior Features
Audio System
Settings
NOTE
Depending on the grade and specification, the screen display may differ.
Select the icon on the home screen to display the Settings screen.
Switch the tab and select the setting item you want to change.
You can customize settings in the setup display as follows:
Ta bItemFunction
DisplayRefer to Volume/Display/Sound Controls on page 5-40.
SafetyBlind Spot Monitoring VolumeOtherRefer to Personalization Features on page 9-9.
SoundRefer to Volume/Display/Sound Controls on page 5-40.
Clock
Adjust Time
Displays the currently set time is displayed.
Press to advance the hour/minute, and select to move the hour/minute back.AM/PM can only be selected with the 12-hour clock display.
GPS SyncWhen ON is selected, “Adjust Time” is disabled.
Time FormatChanges the display between 12 and 24-hour clock time.
Time Zone SelectSelects the time zone.
Daylight Savings TimeTurns the daylight saving time setting on/off.When ON, the time advances 1 hour. When OFF, it returns to normal time.
VehicleRain Sensing WiperDoor LocksOther
Refer to Personalization Features on page 9-9.
DevicesBluetooth®Refer to Bluetooth® Preparation (Type B) on page 5-91.
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Interior Features
Interior Equipment
Illuminated Entry System
The overhead light turns on when any
of the following operations is done with
the overhead light switch in the DOOR
position and the ignition switched off.
 Turn on for about 30 seconds when the
driver's door is unlocked. Turn on for about 15 seconds when a
door is opened with a key left in the
vehicle and then the door is closed. Turn on for about 5 seconds when a
door is opened from the outside with a
key being carried and then the door is
closed.
The overhead light turns on for about 15
seconds when the ignition is switched
off with the overhead light switch in the
DOOR position.
The overhead light turns off immediately
in the following cases:
 The ignition is switched on and both
doors are closed. The driver's door is locked.
NOTE
 Battery saver
If any door is left open with the
overhead light switch in the DOOR
position, or the trunk lid is left open,
the overhead light or trunk light turns
off after about 30 minutes to prevent
battery depletion. To prevent battery depletion, if the
interior lights remain turned on (the
interior light switch is in the ON
position), they turn off automatically
under the following conditions:
 No operations are done for about 30
minutes after the ignition is switched
off. When the LOCK button on the key
is pressed or the request switch
is pressed to lock the doors on
vehicles with the advanced keyless
function after the ignition is switched
off (interior lights turn off a few
seconds).
In addition, if the following operations
are performed after turning the interior
lights off, they will turn on again.
 The ignition is switched to a position
other than OFF. A door is opened. A door is unlocked.
 The operation of the illuminated entry
system can be changed.
Refer to Personalization Features on
page 9-9.
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Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
Inspect fluid level in the washer fluid
reservoir; add fluid if necessary.
Use plain water if washer fluid is
unavailable.
But use only washer fluid in cold weather
to prevent it from freezing.
Body Lubrication
All moving points of the body, such as
door and hood hinges and locks, should
be lubricated each time the engine oil is
changed. Use a nonfreezing lubricant on
locks during cold weather.
Make sure the hood's secondary latch
keeps the hood from opening when the
primary latch is released.
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Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
*Some models.
DESCRIPTIONFUSE RATINGPROTECTED COMPONENT
18A/C MAG7.5 AAir conditioner
19AT PUMP20 ATransmission control system*
20AT15 ATransmission control system*
21D LOCK25 APower door locks
22H/L RH20 AHeadlight (RH)
23ENGB27.5 AEngine control system
24TAIL20 ATaillights, License plate lights, Parking lights
25DRL15 A—
26ROOM25 AOverhead light
27FOG15 A—
28H/CLEAN20 A—
29STOP10 ABrake lights
30HORN15 AHorn
31H/L LH20 AHeadlight (LH)
32ABS/DSC S30 AABS, Dynamic stability control system
33HAZARD15 AHazard warning flashers, Turn signal lights
34FUEL PUMP15 AFuel system
35ENGB35 A—
36WIPER20 AWindshield wipers
37CABINB50 AFor protection of various circuits
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40ABS/DSC M50 AABS, Dynamic stability control system
41EVVTA/R PUMP20 AEngine control system
42EVPS30 ABrake control system
43FAN130 ACooling fan
44FAN240 A—
45ENG.MAIN40 AEngine control system
46EPS60 APower steering system
47DEFOG30 ARear window defogger
48IG230 AFor protection of various circuits
49INJECTOR30 AEngine control system
50HEATER40 AAir conditioner
51———
52———
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