2019 MAZDA MODEL MX-5 MIATA RF maintenance reset

NOTE
Always stop the engine and lock the
doors. In addition, to prevent theft of
valuables, do not leave them inside the
cabin.
If the key is left in the following areas
and you leave the vehicle, the doors may
be locked depending on the radio wave
conditions even if the key is left in the
vehicle.
Around the dashboard
In the storage compartments such as
the console box
Next to a communication device such
as a mobile phone
When the ignition is switched to ACC or
ON, the vehicle lock-out prevention
feature prevents you from locking
yourself out of the vehicle.
Both doors and the fuel-filler lid will
automatically unlock if they are locked
using the power door locks with any
door open.
If both the doors are closed even though
the trunk lid is open, both the doors and
the fuel-filler lid will lock.
The vehicle lock-out prevention feature
does not operate while the ignition is
switched off.
When any door is opened from the
outside while the key is inside the
vehicle, the closed doors are locked.
Both the doors are automatically
unlocked by closing the open door.
(With the advanced keyless function)
The beep sound is heard for about 10
seconds to notify the driver that the key
has been left in the vehicle.
(Without the advanced keyless
function)
The horn sound is heard twice to notify
the driver that the key has been left in
the vehicle.
(Door unlock (control) system with
collision detection)
This system automatically unlocks the
doors and the fuel-filler lid in the event
the vehicle is involved in an accident to
allow passengers to get out of the
vehicle immediately and prevent being
trapped inside. While the ignition is
switched ON and in the event the vehicle
receives an impact strong enough to
inflate the air bags, both the doors and
the fuel-filler lid are automatically
unlocked after about 6 seconds have
elapsed from the time of the accident.
The doors and the fuel-filler lid may not
unlock depending on how an impact is
applied, the force of the impact, and
other conditions of the accident.
If door-related systems or the battery is
malfunctioning, the doors and the
fuel-filler lid will not unlock.
When opening a door, the power
windows open a little automatically.
When closing the door, the power
windows close automatically. This is a
function for improving the sealability,
and it does not mean there is a problem.
If the vehicle battery is disconnected for
vehicle maintenance or other reasons,
the power windows will not open or
close automatically. If the power
windows do not open or close, the
automatic open/close mechanism for the
windows must be reset.
Refer to Auto-opening on page 3-33.
Before Driving
Doors and Locks
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▼Auto-opening
To fully open the window automatically,
press the switch completely down, then
release. The window will fully open
automatically.

To stop the window partway, pull up the
switch and then release it.
NOTE
The power window cannot be fully
closed while the door is open.
Power window system initialization
procedure
If the battery was disconnected during
vehicle maintenance, or for other
reasons (such as a switch continues to
be operated after the window is open/
closed), the window will not fully open
automatically.
The power window auto function will
only resume on the power window that
has been reset.
1. Close the doors and the convertible
top/roof.
2. Switch the ignition ON.
3. Make sure that the power window lock switch located on the driver's
door is not depressed.
4. Press the switch and fully open the
window.
5. Pull up the switch to fully close the
window and continue holding the
switch for about 2 seconds after the
window fully closed.
6. Make sure that the power windows
operate correctly using the door
switches.
After the system has been re-initialized,
passenger window can be fully opened
automatically using the master control
switches.

If the automatic power window
operation does not operate normally
while the doors or convertible top/
retractable hardtop are opened/closed,
reset it using the previous procedures.
Before Driving
Windows
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Refer to Convertible Top Maintenance on page 6-59.
 Before opening the convertible top, make sure the rear window defogger switch is turned
off. Otherwise the heat generated from the defogger could damage the convertible top and
the internal material.
 Before lowering or raising the convertible top, stop in a safe place off the right-of-way and
park on a level surface.
 Make sure nothing is on the convertible to p or near the back window when raising or
lowering the convertible top.
Even small objects may interfere and cause damage.
 Do not drive through an automatic car wash; it may damage the convertible top.
 Do not raise or lower the convertible top when the temperature is below 5 °C (41 °F) ; this
will damage the convertible top material.
 Do not lower the convertible top when it's wet. If the convertible top dries while folded, it
will deteriorate and mold.
 Lowering the convertible top while it's wet can also cause water to drip into the passenger
compartment.
 Do not raise or lower the convertible top in a strong wind as it could damage the
convertible top or cause an unexpected accident.
NOTE
The power windows go down automatically in conjunction with the convertible top
opening/closing. However, this is a function for improving the operability, and it does not
mean there is a problem. If the vehicle battery is disconnected for vehicle maintenance or
other reasons, the power windows will not go down automatically. If the power windows
do not go down, the automatic open/close mechanism for the windows must be reset.
Refer to Auto-opening on page 3-33.
When lowering the convertible top, make sure objects inside the vehicle are not blown
away by the wind.
Secure all loose objects inside before driving with the convertible top down.
To help prevent burglary or vandalism and to ensure that the passenger compartment
stays dry, close the convertible top and both windows securely and lock both doors when
leaving the vehicle.
The soft top is made of high quality material and if it is not maintained correctly, the
material could harden, becomes stained, or have an uneven gloss.
Before Driving
Convertible Top (Soft Top)
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▼Operation Conditions
If the following c
onditions have been
satisfied, the roof can be opened/closed.
The ignition is switched ON.
Shift/selector lever is in a position other
than R (reverse).
Vehicle speed is 10 km/h (6.2 mph) or
less.
The trunk lid is closed.
The vehicle is tilted at an angle of 15
degrees or less.
CAUTION
If the vehicle speed exceeds 10 km/h (6.2
mph) during the opening/closing
operation, the opening/closing operation
of the roof stops midstream. If the roof
stops midstream, visibility at the rear may
be impaired or damage to the roof may
occur which could lead to an accident.
Operate the switch again with the vehicle
stopped, depending on the road and traffic
conditions, to complete opening/closing
operation of the roof.
NOTE
For the purposes of safety when
opening/closing the roof, follow the
instructions for Opening the Roof and
Closing the Roof.
If the roof cannot be closed even after
the operation conditions are all met,
have it checked at an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
The roof can be closed manually as an
emergency measure.
Refer to When the Roof Cannot be
Closed on page 7-58.
▼ Power Window Interlocking
Operation
When opening/closing the roof, the power
windows lower automatically for
improved operability.
NOTE
If the vehicle battery is disconnected for
vehicle maintenance or other reasons, the
power windows will not lower
automatically. If the power windows do
not lower, reset the power window
automatic open/close function.
Refer to Auto-opening on page 3-33.
Before Driving
Convertible Top (Hardtop)
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▼Average Fuel Economy
The average fuel economy is calculated
every minute from the total traveled
distance on the trip me
ter and the total fuel
consumption, and the average fuel
economy for either TRIP A or TRIP B is
displayed.

The average fuel economy and trip meters
can be reset by pressing the INFO switch
for 1.5 seconds or more while in each
mode. After the data is cleared, the fuel
consumption is recalcu lated and the - - -
L/100 km (- - - mpg) for the 1 minute prior
to it being displayed is indicated.
▼ Current Fuel Economy
This displays the curr
ent fuel economy by
calculating the amount of fuel
consumption and the distance traveled.
Current fuel economy will be calculated
and displayed every two seconds.

When you've slowed to about 5 km/h (3
mph), - - - L/100 km (- - - mpg) will be
displayed.
▼ Maintenance Monitor
The following maintenance period
notifications can be displayed by turning
the Maintenance Monitor on.
Scheduled Maintenance
Tire Rotation
Oil Change
For the setting method and indications for
the maintenance monitor, refer to the
Maintenance Monitor.
Refer to Maintenance Monitor on page
6-15.
The maintenance monitor displays the
information when the ignition is switched
ON.
NOTE
This function is inoperable while the
vehicle is being driven.
Message display
When the remaining days to the
maintenance period is 15 days or less, or
the remaining distance is 1,000 km (600
miles) or shorter, a message is indicated
when the ignition is switched ON.
NOTE
If any of the INFO switch is pressed
while a message is displayed, it will no
longer be displayed the next time the
ignition is switched ON.
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
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After the vehicle is serviced and the
remaining time/distance is reset, the
message for the next maintenance
period will be displayed when the
remaining distance or time to the next
maintenance period approaches 0
(displays when engine is started).
If there are multiple messages, they are
displayed according to their order.
If OFF is set for Messages, messages
are not displayed.
▼Traffic Sign Recognition System
(TSR) Display
Displays the traffic sign.

Refer to Traffic Sign Display Indication on
page 4-93.
▼ Lane Departure Warning System
(LDWS) Display*
Displays the system status.

Refer to Lane Departure Warning on page
4-85.
▼Cruise Control Set Vehicle Speed
Display
The vehicle speed preset using the cruise
control is displayed.

Refer to Cruise Control on page 4-109.
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
4-24*Some models.
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SignalIndicator Lights Page
*Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) OFF Indicator Light*1Smart City Brake Sup‐
port (SCBS)4-102
(White)
*Cruise Main Indication 4-110
(Green)
*Cruise Set Indication/Indicator Light4-110
*1 The light turns on when the ignition is switched on for an ope
ration check, and turns off
a few seconds later or when the e ngine is started. If the light does not turn on or remains
turned on, have the ve hicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda De aler.
▼Wrench Indication/Indicator Light*
Type A instrument cluster
Perform maintenance in accordance with
the message.
Type B instrument cluster
When the ignition is switched ON, the
wrench indicator light is illuminated and
then turns off after a few seconds.
The wrench indicator light turns on when
the preset maintenance period arrives.
Verify the content and perform
maintenance.
Refer to Maintenance Monitor on page
6-15.
▼ Low Engine Coolant Temperature
Indicator Light (Blue)
The light illuminates continuously when
the engine coolant temperature is low and
turns off after the engine is warm.
If the low engine c
oolant temperature
indicator light remains illuminated after
the engine has been sufficiently warmed
up, the temperature sensor could have a
malfunction. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
4-30*Some models.
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Scheduled Maintenance (U.S.A., Canada, and Puerto
Rico)
Follow Schedule 1 if the vehicle is operated mainly where none of the following conditions
(severe driving conditions)apply.
Repeated short-distance driving
Driving in dusty conditions
Driving with extended use of brakes
Driving in areas where salt or other corrosive materials are us ed
Driving on rough or muddy roads
Extended periods of idling or low-speed operation
Driving for long periods in cold temperatures or extremely humi d climates
Driving in extremely hot conditions
Driving in mountainous conditions continually
If any do apply, follow Schedule 2. (Canada residents follow Sc hedule 2.)
Vehicles using Engine Oil Flexible Maintenance
Engine Oil Flexible Maintenance is selected by default for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico
residents.
If any following conditions do apply, follow Schedule 2 with en gine oil fixed maintenance.
Extended periods of idling or low-speed operation such as police car, taxi or driving
school car
Driving in dusty conditions
The vehicle calculates the remaining oil life based on engine o perating conditions. The
vehicle lets you know when an oil change is due by illuminating the wrench indicator light
in the instrument cluster. Change the oil as soon as possible w ithin the next 1,000 km (600
mile) or 15 days. Refe r to Maintenance Mon itor on page 6-15 for the details.
NOTE
Please ensure that the Flexible Oil Maintenance Setting is reset after each Oil and Filter
replacement.
For maintenance guidelines beyond the miles/months listed, follow the maintenance
intervals provided in the Scheduled Maintenance Tables.
Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
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