2017 MAZDA MODEL MX-5 RF Owners Manual (in English)

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A Word to Mazda Owners
Thank you for choosing a Mazda. We at Mazda design and build vehicles with complete
customer satisfaction in mind.
To help ensure enjoyable and trouble-free operation of your Mazda, read this manual
carefully and follow its recommendations.
Regular servicing of your vehicle by an expert repairer helps maintain both its
roadworthiness and its resale value. A world-wide network of Authorised Mazda Repairers
can help you with their professional servicing expertise.
Their specially trained personnel are best quali¿ ed to service your Mazda vehicle properly
and exactly. Also, they are supported by a wide range of highly specialized tools and
equipment specially developed for servicing Mazda vehicles. When maintenance or service
is necessary we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
We assure you that all of us at Mazda have an ongoing interest in your motoring pleasure
and in your full satisfaction with your Mazda product.
Mazda Motor Corporation
HIROSHIMA, JAPAN
Important Notes About This Manual
Keep this manual in the boot as a handy reference for the safe and enjoyable use of your Mazda. Should you resell
the vehicle, leave this manual with it for the next owner.
All speci¿ cations and descriptions are accurate at the time of printing. Because improvement is a constant goal at
Mazda, we reserve the right to make changes in speci¿ cations at any time without notice and without obligation.
Please be aware that this manual applies to all models, equipment and options. As a result, you may ¿ nd
some explanations for equipment not installed on your vehicle.
©2016 Mazda Motor Corporation
Oct. 2016 (Print1)
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How to Use This Manual
We want to help you get the most driving
pleasure from your vehicle. Your owner's
manual, when read from cover to cover,
can do that in many ways.
Illustrations complement the words of
the manual to best explain how to enjoy
your Mazda. By reading your manual, you
can¿ nd out about the features, important
safety information, and driving under
various road conditions.
The symbol below in this manual means
"Do not do this" or "Do not let this
happen".
References to left hand and right hand are
made as if facing in the same direction
the vehicle faces. Although this manual
explains a left-hand-drive model, it also
applies to right-hand-drive models.
Index: A good place to start is the Index,
an alphabetical listing of all information in
your manual.
You'll ¿ nd several WARNINGs,
CAUTIONs, and NOTEs in the manual.
WARNING
A WARNING indicates a situation in
which serious injury or death could
result if the warning is ignored.
CAUTION
A CAUTION indicates a situation in
which bodily injury or damage to your
vehicle, or both, could result if the
caution is ignored.
NOTE
A NOTE provides information and
sometimes suggests how to make better
use of your vehicle.
The following symbol, located on some
parts of the vehicle, indicates that this
manual contains information related to the
part.
Please refer to the manual for a detailed
explanation.
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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
Important consumer information including warranties and add-on equipment.8
Specifications
Technical information about your Mazda.9
Index10
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1–1 1–1
1Pictorial Index
Interior, exterior views and part identi¿ cation of your Mazda.
Interior Overview (Left-Hand Drive Model)................................... 1-2
Interior Equipment (View A) ........................................................ 1-2
Interior Equipment (View B) ........................................................ 1-4
Interior Equipment (View C) ........................................................ 1-5
Interior Overview (Right-Hand Drive Model) ................................ 1-7
Interior Equipment (View A) ........................................................ 1-7
Interior Equipment (View B) ........................................................ 1-9
Interior Equipment (View C) ...................................................... 1-10
Exterior Overview ............................................................................ 1-12
Convertible Top (Soft Top) ......................................................... 1-12
Convertible Top (Retractable Fastback)...................................... 1-13
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1–2
Pictorial Index
Interior Overview (Left-Hand Drive Model)
Interior Equipment (View A)



Door-lock knob ..................................................................................................... page 3-20



Turn and lane-change signal ................................................................................. page 4-71



Lighting control..................................................................................................... page 4-63



Wiper and washer lever ......................................................................................... page 4-72



DSC OFF switch ................................................................................................... page 4-89



Tyre pressure monitoring system set switch ....................................................... page 4-143



Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) switch ................................................................. page 4-117



LDWS switch ...................................................................................................... page 4-109



i-stop OFF switch .................................................................................................. page 4-21



Outside mirror switch............................................................................................ page 3-30



Door-lock switch ................................................................................................... page 3-17



Power window lock switch ................................................................................... page 3-36



Power window switches ........................................................................................ page 3-34
The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle
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