2017 MAZDA MX5 MIATA fuel type

3 –3 Before Driving
KeysNOTE
The driver must carry the key to ensure the
system functions properly. Auxiliary ke yTransmitter
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.
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. 
KEY Warning Light (Red)
Refer to Warning/Indicator Lights on
page 4-26 . 
Ignition Not Switched Off (STOP)
Warning Beep
Refer to Ignition Not Switched Off
(STOP) Warning Beep on page 7-49 .
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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3 –4 Before Driving
Keys
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.
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 (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 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 buttonsOperation indicator light
NOTE 
The headlights turn on/off by operating
the transmitter. Refer to Leaving Home
Light on page 4-49 . 
(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
3-49 . 
(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 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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4 –11 When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
Meters and Gauges Type A
Type B
Steering Switch (With Multi-information Display)
(Without Multi-information Display)Instrument Cluster
Speedometer .......................................................................................................... page 4-12
Odometer, Trip Meter and Trip Meter Selector .................................................... page 4-12
Tachometer ............................................................................................................ page 4-13
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge ..................................................................... page 4-13
Fuel Gauge ............................................................................................................ page 4-14
Dashboard Illumination ......................................................................................... page 4-15
Outside Temperature Display ................................................................................ page 4-15
Cruise Control Set Vehicle Speed Display ............................................................ page 4-16
Trip Computer and INFO Switch .......................................................................... page 4-16
Multi-information Display and INFO Switch ....................................................... page 4-18
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4 –13 When Driving
Instrument Cluster and DisplayNOTE 
(Vehicles with type B audio)
If the fuel economy data is reset using
the fuel economy monitor, or trip A
is reset using the trip meter when the
function which synchronizes the fuel
economy monitor and the trip meter is
on, the fuel economy data and trip A are
reset simultaneously.
Refer to Fuel Economy Monitor on page
4-69 . 
Only the trip meters record tenths of
kilometers (miles). 
The trip record will be erased when: 
The power supply is interrupted
(blown fuse or the battery is
disconnected). 
The vehicle is driven over 9999.9 km
(mile).
TachometerThe tachometer shows engine speed in
thousands of revolutions per minute (rpm).
CAUTION Do not run the engine with the
tachometer needle in the RED ZONE.
This may cause severe engine damage. Striped zone
Red zone NOTE
When the tachometer needle enters the
STRIPED ZONE, this indicates to the
driver that the gears should be shifted
before entering the RED ZONE.
Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge (Without Multi-information
Display) Indicates engine coolant temperature.
CAUTION If the high engine coolant temperature
warning light (red) turns on, there is
a possibility of overheating. Park the
vehicle in a safe place immediately
and take appropriate measures. If the
vehicle continues to be driven, it could
cause damage to the engine.
Refer to Overheating on page 7-27 .
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4 –16 When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
*Some models.Changing the Temperature Unit of the
Outside Temperature Display
The outside temperature unit can be
switched between Celsius and Fahrenheit
using the following procedure.
(Vehicles with Type B)
Settings can be changed by operating the
center display screen.
Refer to Personalization Features on page
9-9 .
(Vehicles without Type B)
1. Press the INFO switch with the ignition
switched off and continue pressing the
INFO switch for 5 seconds or longer
while switching the ignition ON. The
outside temperature display flashes.
2. Press the INFO switch to change the
outside temperature unit.
3. Press and hold the INFO switch for
3 seconds or longer while the outside
temperature display is flashing. The
outside temperature display illuminates.
NOTE
When the temperature unit indicated in the
outside temperature display is changed,
the temperature unit indicated in the
engine coolant gauge display changes in
conjunction with it.
Cruise Control Set Vehicle Speed
Display (Without Multi-
information Display) *
The vehicle speed preset using the cruise
control is displayed. Trip Computer and INFO Switch
(Without Multi-information
Display) The following information can be selected
by pressing the INFO switch with the
ignition switched ON. 
Approximate distance you can travel on
the available fuel 
Average fuel economy 
Current fuel economy 
Average vehicle speed
If you have any problems with your trip
computer, consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
Distance-to-empty mode
This mode displays the approximate
distance you can travel on the remaining
fuel based on the fuel economy.
The distance-to-empty will be calculated
and displayed every second.
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4 –20 When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display Odometer, Trip Meter and Trip
Meter SelectorThe odometer is constantly displayed on
the screen when the ignition is switched
ON, and the TRIP A or TRIP B screen
can be displayed by operating the INFO
switch.
Press the INFO switch INFO switch
Trip meter A,
Odometer
Trip meter B,
Odometer
Odometer
The odometer records the total distance
the vehicle has been driven. Trip meter
The driving distance for a specified
interval is indicated. Two types (TRIP
A, TRIP B) of interval distance and the
average fuel economy for each can be
measured.
For instance, trip meter A can record the
distance from the point of origin, and
trip meter B can record the distance from
where the fuel tank is filled.
When trip meter A is selected, TRIP A
will be displayed. When trip meter B is
selected, TRIP B will be displayed.
The trip meter and average fuel economy
can be reset by pressing the INFO switch
for 1.5 second or more while in each
mode.
NOTE 
Only the trip meters record tenths of
kilometers (miles). 
The trip record will be erased when: 
The power supply is interrupted
(blown fuse or the battery is
disconnected). 
The vehicle is driven over 1999 km
(mile).
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4 –22 When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display Outside Temperature DisplayWhen the ignition is switched ON, the
outside temperature is displayed.
NOTE
Under the following conditions, the
outside temperature display may differ
from the actual outside temperature
depending on the surroundings and vehicle
conditions: 
Significantly cold or hot temperatures. 
Sudden changes in outside temperature. 
The vehicle is parked. 
The vehicle is driven at low speeds.
Changing the Temperature Unit of the
Outside Temperature Display
The outside temperature unit can be
switched between Celsius and Fahrenheit
using the following procedure.
(Vehicles with Type B)
Settings can be changed by operating the
center display screen.
Refer to Personalization Features on page
9-9 .
(Vehicles without Type B)
1. Press the INFO switch with the ignition
switched off and continue pressing the
INFO switch for 5 seconds or longer
while switching the ignition ON. The
outside temperature display flashes.
2. Press the INFO switch to change the
outside temperature unit.
3. Press and hold the INFO switch for
3 seconds or longer while the outside
temperature display is flashing. The
outside temperature display illuminates. NOTE
When the temperature unit indicated in the
outside temperature display is changed,
the temperature unit indicated in the
engine coolant gauge display changes in
conjunction with it.
Distance-to-empty This displays the approximate distance
you can travel on the remaining fuel based
on the fuel economy.
The distance-to-empty will be calculated
and displayed every second.
NOTE 
Even though the distance-to-empty
display may indicate a sufficient amount
of remaining driving distance before
refueling is required, refuel as soon as
possible if the fuel level is very low or
the low fuel warning light illuminates. 
The display will not change unless you
add more than approximately 9 L
(2.3 US gal, 1.9 Imp gal) of fuel. 
The distance-to-empty is the
approximate remaining distance the
vehicle can be driven until all the
graduation marks in the fuel gauge
indicating the remaining fuel supply
disappear. 
If there is no past fuel economy
information such as after first
purchasing your vehicle or the
information is deleted when the battery
cables are disconnected, the actual
distance-to empty/range may differ from
the amount indicated.
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4 –69 When Driving
Fuel Economy Monitor
*Some models.Fuel Economy Monitor *
For vehicles with type B audio, the Fuel Consumption informatio n is displayed by operating
each icon in the display.
In addition, after completing a trip, the total energy efficiency to date is displayed in the
ending display when the ending display is turned on.
1. Select the icon on the home screen to display the applications screen.
2. Select the “Fuel Economy Monitor”.
3. Operate the commander switch or touch the screen and display the menu.
NOTE
When the menu is displayed by touching the screen, the display is hidden automatically after
6 seconds.
4. Select the icon in the menu and perform the operation. Each ico n operates as follows:Indication on display Control status
Hides the menu display.
Displays the application screen.
Resets the fuel economy data.
Displays the following setting screen. 
Ending display on/off switching 
On/off switching for function which synchronizes
reset fuel economy data to trip meter (Trip A)
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