2017 MAZDA MODEL MX-5 key
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Table of Contents
Pictorial Index
Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda.1
Essential Safety Equipment
Important information about safety equipment, including seats, seat belt
system, child-restraint systems and SRS air bags.2
Before Driving
Use of various features, including keys, doors, mirrors and windows.3
When Driving
Information concerning safe driving and stopping.4
Interior Features
Use of various features for ride comfort, including air-conditioning and audio
system.5
Maintenance and Care
How to keep your Mazda in top condition.6
If Trouble Arises
Helpful information on what to do if a problem arises with the vehicle.7
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
Important consumer information including warranties and add-on equipment.8
Specifications
Technical information about your Mazda.9
Index10
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1–7
Pictorial Index
Exterior Overview
Convertible Top (Soft Top)
Hood ...................................................................................................................... page 6-24
Windshield wiper blades ....................................................................................... page 6-33
Convertible Top (Soft Top) ................................................................................... page 3-34
Doors and keys ...................................................................................................... page 3-12
Fuel- ¿ ller 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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Pictorial Index
Exterior Overview
Convertible Top (Retractable Fastback)
Hood ...................................................................................................................... page 6-24
Windshield wiper blades ....................................................................................... page 6-33
Convertible Top (Retractable Fastback) ................................................................ page 3-39
Doors and keys ...................................................................................................... page 3-12
Fuel- ¿ ller 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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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 suff er 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 fi xed 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 fl y 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 fi nd
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
¾ When operating a seat, be careful not to put your hands or fi ngers near the moving parts of
the seat or on the side trim to prevent injury.
¾ When moving the seats, make sure there is no cargo in the surrounding area. If the cargo
gets caught it could damage the cargo.
¾ 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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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
Convertible Top
(Retractable Fastback) ..................... 3-39
Convertible Top (Retractable
Fastback) ...................................... 3-39
Security System ................................. 3-47
Modi ¿ cation and Add-On
Equipment .................................... 3-47
Immobilizer System ..................... 3-47
Theft-Deterrent System
* ............... 3-49
Driving Tips ....................................... 3-51
Break-In Period ............................ 3-51
Saving Fuel and Protection of the
Environment ................................. 3-51
Hazardous Driving ....................... 3-52
Floor Mat ..................................... 3-52
Rocking the Vehicle ..................... 3-53
Winter Driving ............................. 3-53
Driving In Flooded Area .............. 3-55
Overloading .................................. 3-55
Driving on Uneven Road ............. 3-56
Towing ................................................ 3-57
Trailer Towing .............................. 3-57
Recreational Towing .................... 3-57
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Before Driving
Keys
K e y s
WARNING
Do not leave the key in your vehicle with
children and keep them in a place where
your children will not fi nd or play with
them:
Leaving children in a vehicle with the
key is dangerous. This could result in
someone being badly injured or even
killed. Children may fi nd these keys to
be an interesting toy to play with and
could cause the power windows or
other controls to operate, or even make
the vehicle move.
CAUTION
¾ Because the key (transmitter) uses
low-intensity radio waves, it may not
function correctly under the following
conditions:
¾ The key is carried with
communication devices such as
cellular phones.
¾ The key contacts or is covered by a
metal object.
¾ The key is near electronic devices such
as personal computers.
¾ Non-Mazda genuine electronic
equipment is installed in the vehicle.
¾ There is equipment which discharges
radio waves near the vehicle.
¾ The key (transmitter) may consume
battery power excessively if it receives
high-intensity radio waves. Do not place
the key near electronic devices such as
televisions or personal computers.
¾ To avoid damage to the key
(transmitter), DO NOT:
¾ Drop the key.
¾ Get the key wet.
¾ Disassemble the key.
¾ Expose the key to high temperatures
on places such as the dashboard or
hood, under direct sunlight.
¾ Expose the key to any kind of
magnetic fi eld.
¾ Place heavy objects on the key.
¾ Put the key in an ultrasonic cleaner.
¾ Put any magnetized objects close to
the key.
A code number is stamped on the plate
attached to the key set; detach this plate
and store it in a safe place (not in the
vehicle) for use if you need to make a
replacement key (auxiliary key).
Also write down the code number and
keep it in a separate safe and convenient
place, but not in the vehicle.
If your key (auxiliary key) is lost, consult
your Authorized Mazda Dealer and have
your code number ready.
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Before Driving
Keys
NOTE
The driver must carry the key to ensure the
system functions properly.
Auxiliary key Transmitter
Key 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- ¿ ller 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.
For vehicles with the type A instrument
cluster, check the displayed message for
more information and, if necessary, have
the vehicle inspected at an Authorized
Mazda Dealer, according to the indication.
y KEY Warning Light (Red)
Refer to Warning/Indicator Lights on
page 4-26 .
y Ignition Not Switched Off (STOP)
Warning Beep
Refer to Ignition Not Switched Off
(STOP) Warning Beep on page 7-49 .
y Key Removed from Vehicle Warning
Beep
Refer to Key Removed from Vehicle
Warning Beep on page 7-50 .
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.
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Before Driving
Keys
CAUTION
Radio equipment like this is governed
by laws in the United States.
Changes or modifi cations not expressly
approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.
N O T E
y The keyless entry system operation may
vary due to local conditions.
y The keyless entry system is fully
operational (door/fuel- ¿ ller 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.
y 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 ).
y Battery life is about one year. Replace
the battery with a new one if the KEY
indicator light (green) À ashes in the
instrument cluster (for vehicles with
a type A instrument cluster (page
4-26 ), messages are displayed in
the instrument cluster). Replacing
the battery about once a year is
recommended because the KEY warning
light/indicator light may not illuminate
or À ash depending on the rate of battery
depletion.
y 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
N O T E
y The headlights turn on/off by operating
the transmitter. Refer to Leaving Home
Light on page 4-49 .
y (With theft-deterrent system)
The hazard warning lights À ash when
the theft-deterrent system is armed or
turned off.
Refer to Theft-Deterrent System on page
3-49 .
y (With the advanced keyless function)
A beep sound can be heard for
con ¿ rmation when the doors and the
fuel- ¿ ller 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 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.
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