2016 MAZDA MX5 MIATA trunk

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Air-Conditioning and the Environment
Your Mazda's genuine air conditioner is filled with a refrigerant that has been found not to damage the earth's
ozone layer. If the air conditioner does not operate properly, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Perchlorate
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Please be aware that this manual applies to all models, equipment and options. As a result, you may find
some explanations for equipment not installed on your vehicle.
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1–6
Pictorial Index
Exterior Overview
Hood ........................................................................\
..............................................page 6-24
Windshield wiper blades ........................................................................\
...............page 6-33
Convertible Top (Soft Top) ........................................................................\
...........page 3-34
Doors and keys ........................................................................\
..............................page 3-12
Fuel-filler lid ........................................................................\
.................................page 3-25
Wheels and Tires ........................................................................\
...........................page 6-41
Exterior lights ........................................................................\
................................page 6-45
Trunk Lid ........................................................................\
......................................page 3-19
Antenna ........................................................................\
.........................................page 5-13
Outside mirror ........................................................................\
...............................page 3-28
The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle
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2–3
Essential Safety Equipment
Seats
Do not drive with either seats reclined:Sitting in a reclined position while the vehicle is moving is dangerous because you do not
get the full protection from seat belts. During sudden braking or a collision, you can slide
under the lap belt and suffer serious internal injuries. For maximum protection, sit well
back and upright.
Do not place an object such as a cushion between the seatback and your back: Putting an object such as a cushion between the seatback and your back is dangerous
because you will be unable to maintain a safe driving posture and the seat belt cannot
function at its full capacity in a collision, which could result in a serious accident, injury or
death.
Do not place objects under the seat: The object could get stuck and cause the seat to not be fixed securely, and result in an
accident.
Do not stack cargo higher than the seatbacks: Stacking luggage or other cargo higher than the seatbacks is dangerous. During sudden
braking or a collision, objects can fly around and become projectiles that may hit and
injure passengers.
Make sure luggage and cargo is secured before driving: Not securing cargo while driving is dangerous as it could move or be crushed during
sudden braking or a collision and cause injury.
Always leave your car locked and keep the car keys safely away from children: Leaving your car unlocked or the keys in reach of children is dangerous. Children who find
their way into the trunk through an open trunk can become accidentally locked in the
trunk. This could result in death or brain damage from heat prostration, particularly in
the summer. Always lock the doors and the trunk.
CAUTION
 When operating a seat, be careful not to put your hands or fingers near the moving parts of
the seat or on the side trim to prevent injury. When moving the seats, make sure there is no cargo in the surrounding area. If the cargo
gets caught it could damage the cargo. When moving the seats forward and rearward or returning a rear-reclined seatback to its
upright position, make sure you hold onto the seatback with your hand while operating. If
the seatback is not held, the seat will move suddenly and could cause injury.
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3–1*Some models.
3Before Driving
Use of various features, including keys, doors, mirrors and windows.
Keys ......................................................3-2
Keys
...............................................3-2
Keyless Entry System
....................3-3
Advanced Keyless Entry System
.......3-8
Advanced Keyless Entry
System
* ...........................................3-8
Operational Range
.........................3-9
Doors and Locks
................................3-10
Door Locks
...................................3-10
Trunk Lid
.....................................3-18
Inside Trunk Release Lever* ........3-20
Fuel and Emission
.............................3-22
Fuel and Engine Exhaust
Precautions
...................................3-22
Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap
................3-25
Steering Wheel ................................... 3-27
Steering Wheel
.............................3-27
Mirrors
...............................................3-28
Mirrors
.........................................3-28
Windows
.............................................3-31
Power Windows
...........................3-31
Convertible Top (Soft Top)
...............3-34
Convertible Top (Soft Top)
..........3-34 Security System
.................................3-39
Modification and Add-On
Equipment
....................................3-39
Immobilizer System
.....................3-39
Theft-Deterrent System
................3-41
Driving Tips
.......................................3-43
Break-In Period
............................3-43
Saving Fuel and Protection of the
Environment
.................................3-43
Hazardous Driving
.......................3-44
Floor Mat
.....................................3-44
Rocking the Vehicle
.....................3-45
Winter Driving
.............................3-45
Driving In Flooded Area
..............3-47
Overloading
..................................3-47
Driving on Uneven Road
.............3-48
Towing
................................................3-49
Trailer Towing
..............................3-49
Recreational Towing
....................3-49
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Before Driving
Keys
NOTE
The driver must carry the key to ensure the
system functions properly.
Auxiliary key
Transmitter
Ke y code number plate
To use the auxiliary key, pull out the
auxiliary key from the transmitter while
pressing the knob.
Knob
Keyless Entry System
This system uses the key buttons to
remotely lock and unlock the doors and
the fuel-filler lid, and opens the trunk lid.
The system can start the engine without
having to take the key out of your purse or
pocket.
It can also help you signal for attention or
help.
Operating the theft-deterrent system is
also possible on theft-deterrent system-
equipped vehicles.
System malfunctions or warnings are
indicated by the following warning lights
or beeps.
 KEY Warning Light (Red)
Refer to Warning/Indicator Lights on
page 4-16. Ignition Not Switched Of f (STOP)
Warning Beep
Refer to Ignition Not Switched Of f
(STOP) Warning Beep on page 7-46. Key Removed from Vehicle Warning
Beep
Refer to Key Removed from Vehicle
Warning Beep on page 7-47.
If you have a problem with the key,
consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
If your key is lost or stolen, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible for a replacement and to make the
lost or stolen key inoperative.
CAUTION
Radio equipment like this is governed
by laws in the United States.
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.
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Before Driving
Keys
NOTE
 The keyless entry system operation may
vary due to local conditions. The keyless entry system is fully
operational (door/fuel-filler lid lock/
unlock) when the ignition is switched
off. The system does not operate if the
ignition is switched to any position
other than off.
 If the key does not operate when
pressing a button or the operational
range becomes too small, the battery
may be weak. To install a new battery,
refer to Key Battery Replacement (page
6-38).
 Battery life is about one year. Replace
the battery with a new one if the KEY
indicator light (green) flashes in the
instrument cluster. Replacing the battery
about once a year is recommended
because the KEY warning light/
indicator light may not illuminate or
flash depending on the rate of battery
depletion.
 Additional keys can be obtained at
an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Up to
6 keys can be used with the keyless
functions per vehicle. Bring all keys
to an Authorized Mazda Dealer when
additional keys are required.
Transmitter
Operation buttons
Operation indicator light
NOTE
 The headlights turn on/off by operating
the transmitter. Refer to Leaving Home
Light on page 4-39.
 (With theft-deterrent system)
The hazard warning lights flash when
the theft-deterrent system is armed or
turned off.
Refer to Theft-Deterrent System on page
3-41. (With the advanced keyless function)
A beep sound can be heard for
confirmation when the doors and the
fuel-filler lid are locked/unlocked using
the key. If you prefer, the beep sound
can be turned off.
The volume of the beep sound can also
be changed.
Refer to Personalization Featur es on
page 9-9.
Use the following procedure to change
the setting.
1. Switch the ignition off and close
both of the doors and the trunk lid.
2. Open the driver's door .
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Before Driving
Keys
3. Within 30 seconds of opening the
driver's door, press and hold the
LOCK button on the key for 5
seconds or longer.
Both of the doors and the fuel-
filler lid lock and the beep sound
activates at the currently set volume.
The setting changes each time the
LOCK button on the key is pressed
and the beep sound activates at the
set volume. (If the beep sound has
been set to not activate, it will not
activate.)
4. The setting change is completed by
doing any one of the following:
 Switching the ignition to ACC or
ON. Closing the driver's door. Opening the trunk lid. Not operating the key for 10
seconds. Pressing any button except the
LOCK button on the key. Pressing a request switch.
The operation indicator light flashes when
the buttons are pressed.
Lock button
To lock the doors and the fuel-filler lid,
press the lock button and the hazard
warning lights will flash once.
(With the advanced keyless function)
A beep sound will be heard once.
To confirm that both doors and the fuel-
filler lid have been locked, press the lock
button again within 5 seconds. If they are
closed and locked, the horn will sound.
NOTE
 The doors and the fuel-filler lid can be
locked by pressing the lock button while
any other door or the trunk lid is open.
The hazard warning lights will not flash.
When the lock button is pr essed while
any door is open and then the door is
closed, both the doors and the fuel-filler
lid are locked.
 Confirm that both doors and the fuel-
filler lid are locked visually or audibly
by use of the double click.
 Make sure both doors and the fuel-filler
lid are locked after pressing the button. (With theft-deterrent system)
When the doors are locked by pressing
the lock button on the key while the
theft-deterrent system is armed, the
hazard warning lights will flash once to
indicate that the system is armed.
Unlock button
To unlock the driver's door and the fuel-
filler lid, press the unlock button and the
hazard warning lights will flash twice.
(With the advanced keyless function)
A beep sound will be heard twice.
To unlock both doors and the fuel-filler
lid, press the unlock button again within
3 seconds and two more beep sounds will
be heard.
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Before Driving
Keys
NOTE
 The system can be set to unlock both
doors by performing a single operation.
Refer to Personalization Features on
page 9-9.
Use the following procedure to change
the setting.
1. Switch the ignition off and close
both of the doors and the trunk lid.
2. Open the driver's door .
3. Within 30 seconds of opening the
driver's door, press and hold the
UNLOCK button on the key for 5
seconds or longer (the sound of
the doors locking/unlocking can be
heard).
After this, the system switches the
setting each time the UNLOCK
button is pressed (the sound of the
doors locking/unlocking can be
heard).
4. The setting change is completed by
doing any one of the following:
 Switching the ignition to ACC or
ON. Closing the driver's door. Opening the trunk lid. Not operating the key for 10
seconds. Pressing any button except the
UNLOCK button on the key. Pressing a request switch.
 (Auto re-lock function)
After unlocking with the key , both doors
and the fuel-filler lid will automatically
lock if any of the following operations
are not performed within about 60
seconds. If your vehicle has a theft-
deterrent system, the hazard warning
lights will flash for confirmation.
The time required for the doors to lock
automatically can be changed.
Refer to Personalization Featur es on
page 9-9.
 A door or the trunk lid is opened. The ignition is switched to any
position other than off. (With theft-deterrent system)
When the doors are unlocked by
pressing the unlock button on the key
while the theft-deterrent system is
turned off, the hazard warning lights
will flash twice to indicate that the
system is turned off.
Trunk button
To open the trunk lid, press and hold the
trunk button until the trunk lid opens.
Panic button
If you witness from a distance someone
attempting to break into or damage your
vehicle, press and hold the panic button
to activate the vehicle's alarm. Call
emergency services if necessary.
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