2017 MAZDA MODEL MX-5 RF transmission

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When Driving
Switches and Controls
*Some models.
Headlight Levelling
The number of passengers and weight of
cargo in the luggage compartment change
the angle of the headlights.
The angle of the headlights will be
automatically adjusted when turning on
the headlights.
Running Lights
Some countries require moving vehicles to
have their lights on (running lights) during
the daytime.
The running lights turn on automatically
when the vehicle starts moving.
They turn off when the parking brake is
operated or the selector lever is shifted
to the P position (automatic transmission
vehicle).
NOTE
(Except countries prohibited by law)
The running lights can be deactivated.
Refer to Personalisation Features on
page 9-10 .
Rear Fog Light *
The rear fog light can be used when the
ignition is switched ON.
The rear fog light helps your vehicle to be
seen.
The headlights must be turned on to turn
on the rear fog light.
To turn the rear fog light on, rotate the fog
light switch to the
position (the fog
light switch returns to its original position
automatically).
Fog light switch
The rear fog light indicator light in the
instrument cluster illuminates while the
rear fog light is on.
To turn the rear fog light off, do any of the
following:
 


 Rotate the fog light switch to the
position again (the fog light switch
returns to its original position
automatically).
 


 Turn the headlight switch to the
position.
The rear fog light indicator light in the
instrument cluster goes off when the rear
fog light is turned off.
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When Driving
Brake
Emergency Stop Signal
System
Your Mazda is equipped with an
emergency stop signal system that is
designed to determine whether you are
depressing the brake pedal with greater
force than during normal braking such
as in a situation requiring emergency
braking. If the system determines that such
a situation is occurring, it À ashes all the
direction indicators rapidly to caution the
driver of the vehicle following behind your
vehicle of the sudden braking situation.
The system turns off when it determines
that the brake pedal is released or that an
emergency braking situation no longer
exists based on the reduced vehicle speed.
NOTE
  If you bring your vehicle to a
complete stop while all the direction
indicators are À ashing rapidly, the
rapidÀ ashing of all the direction
indicators changes back to the
normalÀ ashing pattern.

 The emergency stop signal system
does not operate at vehicle speeds
under about 60 km/h (37 mph).
  If the brake pedal is depressed
while driving on slippery roads, the
emergency stop signal system could
operate causing all the turn and lane
change signals to À ash.
Hill Launch Assist (HLA)
Hill Launch Assist (HLA) is a function
which assists the driver in accelerating
from a stop while on a slope. When
the driver releases the brake pedal and
depresses the accelerator pedal while
on a slope, the function prevents the
vehicle from rolling. The braking force is
maintained automatically after the brake
pedal is released on a steep grade.
For vehicles with a manual transmission,
Hill Launch Assist (HLA) operates on a
downward slope when the shift lever is in
the reverse (R) position, and on an upward
slope when the shift lever is in a position
other than the reverse (R) position.
For vehicles with an automatic
transmission, Hill Launch Assist (HLA)
operates on a downward slope when the
selector lever is in the reverse (R) position,
and on an upward slope when the selector
lever is in a forward gear.
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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 con¿ rm 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 4-42 .

 Hill Launch Assist (HLA) does not
turn off even if the DSC OFF switch
is pressed to turn off the TCS/DSC.
 (Automatic Transmission) Although the Hill Launch Assist
(HLA) does not operate during idling
stop, the vehicle roll prevention
function operates to prevent vehicle
roll.
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When Driving
i-ACTIVSENSE
NOTE
  The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) will operate when all of the following conditions
are met:
 


 The ignition is switched ON.



 The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) switch is pressed and the Blind Spot Monitoring
(BSM) OFF indicator light in the instrument cluster is turned off.
 


 The vehicle speed is about 30 km/h (19 mph) or faster. 

 The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) will not operate under the following circumstances.




 The vehicle speed falls below about 25 km/h (15 mph) even though the Blind Spot
Monitoring (BSM) OFF indicator light is turned off.
 


 The shift lever (manual transmission)/selector lever (automatic transmission) is
shifted to reverse (R) and the vehicle is reversing.
 
 In the following cases, the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) OFF indicator light turns
on and operation of the system is stopped. If the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) OFF
indicator light remains illuminated, have the vehicle inspected at an Authorised Mazda
Dealer as soon as possible.
 


 Some problem with the system including the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning
lights is detected.
 


 A large deviation in the installation position of a radar sensor (rear) on the vehicle
has occurred.
 


 There is a large accumulation of snow or ice on the rear bumper near a radar sensor
(rear). Remove any snow, ice or mud on the rear bumper.
 


 Driving on snow-covered roads for long periods.



 The temperature near the radar sensors (rear) becomes extremely hot due to driving
for long periods on slopes during the summer.
 


 The battery voltage has decreased. 

 Under the following conditions, the radar sensors (rear) cannot detect target objects or
it may be dif¿ cult to detect them.




 A vehicle is in the detection area at the rear in an adjacent driving lane but it does
not approach. The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) determines the condition based on
radar detection data.
 


 A vehicle is travelling alongside your vehicle at nearly the same speed for an
extended period of time.
 


 Vehicles approaching in the opposite direction.



 A vehicle in an adjacent driving lane is attempting to pass your vehicle.



 A vehicle is in an adjacent lane on a road with extremely wide driving lanes. The
detection area of the radar sensors (rear) is set at the road width of expressways.
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When Driving
i-ACTIVSENSE
NOTE
  In the following cases, it may be dif¿ cult to view the illumination/À ashing of the Blind
Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning lights equipped on the door mirrors.
 


 Snow or ice is adhering to the door mirrors.



 The door glass is fogged or covered in snow, frost or dirt. 

 The system switches to the Rear Cross Traf¿ c Alert function when the shift lever
(manual transmission) or the selector lever (automatic transmission) is shifted to the
reverse (R) position.
 Refer to Rear Cross Traf¿ c Alert (RCTA) on page 4-119 .
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) Warning Lights/Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
Warning Beep
The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) or Rear Cross Traf¿ c Alert (RCTA) system noti¿ es the
driver of the presence of vehicles in adjacent lanes to the rear of your vehicle using the
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning lights and the warning beep while the systems are
operational.
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning lights
The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning lights are equipped on the left and right door
mirrors. The warning lights turn on when a vehicle approaching from the rear in an adjacent
lane is detected.
When the ignition is switched ON, the malfunction warning light turns on momentarily and
then turns off after a few seconds.
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When Driving
i-ACTIVSENSE
*Some models.
Rear Cross Traf¿ c Alert (RCTA) *
T h e R e a r C r o s s T r a f¿ c Alert (RCTA) system is designed to assist the driver in checking the
area to the rear of the vehicle on both sides while the vehicle is reversing by alerting the
driver to the presence of vehicles approaching the rear of the vehicle.
The Rear Cross Traf¿ c Alert (RCTA) system detects vehicles approaching from the left and
right sides of the vehicle while the vehicle is being reversed out of a parking space, and
noti¿ es the driver of possible danger using the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning lights
and the warning buzzer.
Detection areas
Your vehicle
Rear Cross Traf¿ c Alert (RCTA) operation
1. The Rear Cross Traf¿ c Alert (RCTA) system operates when the shift lever (manual
transmission) or the selector lever (automatic transmission) is shifted to the reverse (R)
position.
2. If there is the possibility of a collision with an approaching vehicle, the Blind
Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning light À ashes and the warning beep is activated
simultaneously.
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When Driving
Cruise Control
Without adjustable speed limiter
To activate the system, press the ON
switch. The cruise main indicator light
(amber)/cruise main indication (white)
turns on.
Deactivation


With adjustable speed limiter
To deactivate the system, press the OFF/
CANCEL switch. The cruise main
indicator light (amber)/cruise main
indication (white) turns off.
NOTE
When the MODE switch is pressed
during cruise control system operation,
the system switches to the adjustable
speed limiter.
Without adjustable speed limiter
To deactivate the system, press the OFF/
CANCEL switch. The cruise main
indicator light (amber)/cruise main
indication (white) turns off.
To Set Speed
1 . (With adjustable speed limiter)
Activate the cruise control system by
pressing the MODE switch. The cruise
main indicator light (amber)/cruise
main indication (white) turns on.
(Without adjustable speed limiter)
Activate the cruise control system by
pressing the ON switch. The cruise
main indicator light (amber)/cruise
main indication (white) turns on.
2. Accelerate to the desired speed, which
must be more than 25 km/h (16 mph). 3. Set the cruise control by pressing the
SET/
switch at the desired speed. The
cruise control is set at the moment the
SET/
switch is pressed. Release the
accelerator pedal simultaneously. The
cruise set indicator light/cruise set
indication (green) turns on.
NOTE
  The cruise control speed setting
cannot be performed under the
following conditions:
 


(Automatic transmission)
 The selector lever is in the P or N
position.
 


(Manual transmission)
 The shift lever is in the neutral
position.
 


 The parking brake is applied.



(Vehicles with adjustable speed
limiter)
 The MODE switch for the
adjustable speed limiter is pressed.
 
 Release the SET/ or RESUME/
switch at the desired speed, otherwise
the speed will continue increasing
while the RESUME/
switch is
pressed and held, and continue
decreasing while the SET/
switch is
pressed and held (except when the
accelerator pedal is depressed).
  On a steep grade, the vehicle may
momentarily slow down while
ascending, or speed up while
descending.
  The cruise control will cancel if the
vehicle speed decreases below
21 km/h (13 mph) when climbing a
steep grade.
  The cruise control may cancel at
about 15 km/h (9 mph) below the
preset speed such as when climbing a
long, steep grade.
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When Driving
Cruise Control
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 cancelled.
 


 The parking brake is applied.



(Vehicles with adjustable speed
limiter)
  The MODE switch for the
adjustable speed limiter is pressed.
 


(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 cancelled 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 transmission is shifted down
to a lower gear. If deceleration is
required, lower the set speed or
depress the brake pedal.
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