Mazda MX-5 PRHT (2015 year). Instruction - part 8

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qOperation

Arming

The system is armed when the ignition is
switched from ON to ACC or OFF. The
security indicator light in the instrument
cluster flashes every two seconds until the
system is disarmed.

Disarming

The system is disarmed when the ignition
is switched ON with the registered
advanced key.
The security indicator light illuminates for
about three seconds and turns off.

If the engine does not start with the
correct advanced key, and the security
indicator light keeps illuminating or
flashing, the system may have a
malfunction. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.

NOTE

The engine may not start and the security
indicator light may illuminate or flash if the
advanced key is placed in an area where it
is difficult for the system to detect the
signal, such as on the dashboard, or in the
glove compartment. Move the advanced key
to another place, switch the ignition off,
and then restart the engine.

Signals from a TV or radio station, or from
a transceiver or a mobile telephone could
interfere with your immobilizer system. If
you are using the proper advanced key and
the engine fails to start, check the security
indicator light. If the indicator light is
flashing, switch the ignition to ACC or
switch the ignition off and wait for a while,
then restart the engine. If it does not start
after 3 or more tries, contact an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.

If the security indicator light flashes
continuously while you are driving, do not
shut off the engine. Go to an Authorized
Mazda Dealer and have it checked. If the
engine is shut off while the indicator light is
flashing, you will not be able to restart it.

Since the electronic codes are reset when
repairing the immobilizer system, the
advanced key (including auxiliary key) are
needed. Bring all the advanced keys
(including auxiliary keys) to an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.

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qModification and Add-On

Equipment

Mazda cannot guarantee the immobilizer
system's operation if the system has been
modified or if any add-on equipment has
been installed.

CAUTION

To avoid damage to your vehicle, do
not modify the system or install any
add-on equipment to the immobilizer
system or the vehicle.

Immobilizer System
(without Advanced Key)

The immobilizer system allows the engine
to start only with a key the system
recognizes.

If someone attempts to start the engine
with an unrecognized key, the engine will
not start, thereby helping to prevent the
theft of your vehicle.
If you have a problem with the
immobilizer system or the key, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.

CAUTION

Ø 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.

Ø To avoid damage to the key, do

not:

Drop the key.

Get the key wet.

Expose the key to any kind of
magnetic field.

Expose the key to high
temperatures on places such as
the dashboard or hood, under
direct sunlight.

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CAUTION

When starting the engine do not
allow the following, as the engine
may not start due to the electronic
signal from the ignition key not being
transmitted correctly.

Ø A key ring rests on the key grip.

Ø Metal parts of other keys or metal

objects touch the key grip.

Ø Spare keys or keys for other

vehicles equipped with an
immobilizer system touch or come
near the key grip.

Ø Devices for electronic purchases, or

security passage which touch or
come near the key.

NOTE

The keys carry a unique electronic code.
For this reason, and to assure your safety,
obtaining a replacement key requires some
waiting time. They are only available
through an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

Always keep a spare key, in case one is lost.
If a key is lost, contact an Authorized
Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.

If you lose a key, an Authorized Mazda
Dealer will reset the electronic codes of
your remaining keys and immobilizer
system. Bring all the remaining keys to an
Authorized Mazda Dealer to reset.
Starting the vehicle with a key that has not
been reset is not possible.

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Declaration of Conformity

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qOperation

Arming

The system is armed when the ignition is
switched from ON to ACC or OFF.
The security indicator light in the
instrument cluster flashes every two
seconds until the system is disarmed.

Disarming

The system is disarmed when the ignition
is switched ON with the correct ignition
key.
The security indicator light illuminates for
about three seconds and goes out.

If the engine does not start with the
correct ignition key, and the security
indicator light keeps illuminating or
flashing, the system may have a
malfunction. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.

NOTE

If the security indicator light illuminates
and stays on or flashes when the ignition is
switched ON, the engine will not start.

Signals from a TV or radio station, or from
a transceiver or a mobile telephone, could
interfere with your immobilizer system. If
you are using the proper key and your
engine fails to start, check the security
indicator light. If it is flashing, remove the
ignition key and wait 2 seconds or more,
then reinsert it and try starting the engine
again. If it does not start after 3 or more
tries, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

If the security indicator light flashes
continuously while you are driving, do not
shut off the engine. Go to an Authorized
Mazda Dealer and have it checked. If you
shut off the engine while the light is
flashing you will not be able to restart it.

Since the electronic codes are reset when
repairing the immobilizer system, the keys
are needed. Bring all the existing keys to an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.

qModification and Add-On

Equipment

Mazda cannot guarantee the immobilizer
system's operation if the system has been
modified or if any add-on equipment has
been installed.

CAUTION

To avoid damage to your vehicle, do
not modify the system or install any
add-on equipment to the immobilizer
system or the vehicle.

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Theft-Deterrent System

If the theft deterrent system detects an
inappropriate entry into the vehicle, which
could result in the vehicle or its contents
being stolen, the alarm alerts the
surrounding area of an abnormality by
sounding the horn and flashing the hazard
warning lights.
Refer to Operation on page 3-71.

NOTE

The theft-deterrent system operates with the
key or the keyless entry system transmitter.

(With advanced key)
The theft-deterrent system can also be
operated using the advanced keyless
function.
The system operates only when the driver is
in the vehicle or within operational range
while the advanced key is being carried.

The system will not function unless it is
properly armed. To properly secure the
vehicle, always make sure both windows
are completely closed and both doors and
the trunk lid are locked before leaving the
vehicle. Remember to take your key and
transmitter.

qOperation

System triggering conditions

The horn sounds intermittently and the
hazard warning lights flash for about 25
seconds when the system is triggered by
any one of the following:

Forcing open a door, the hood or the
trunk lid.

Unlocking a door with the door lock
switch.

Opening a door by operating an inside
door-lock knob.

Opening the hood by operating the
hood release handle.

Opening the trunk lid by operating the
trunk lid release button.

If the system is triggered again, the lights
and horn will activate until a door is
unlocked or the trunk lid is opened with
the key or with the transmitter.
(With advanced key)
The lights and horn can also be
deactivated by pressing the request
switch.

NOTE

If the battery goes dead while the theft-
deterrent system is armed, the horn will
activate and the hazard warning lights will
flash when the battery is charged or replaced.

qHow to Arm the System

1. Close the windows securely.

2. Remove the key from the ignition

switch.
(With advanced key)
Switch the ignition off with the start
knob.

3. Make sure all the windows the hood,

and the trunk lid are closed. Close and
lock both doors from the outside using
the key. If you have the keyless entry
system, press the lock button on the
transmitter.
The hazard warning lights will flash
once to indicate that the system is
armed.
The following method will also arm the
theft-deterrent system:
(With advanced key)
Press a request switch on the doors or
the lock button on the transmitter.
(Without advanced key)
Close the hood and the trunk lid. Press
the area on the door-lock switch
marked

“LOCK” once. Close both

doors.

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NOTE

Locking the doors with the inside door-lock
knob will not arm the system.

qTo Turn off an Armed System

An armed system can be turned off by any
one of the following methods:

Unlock a door with the key.

Press the unlock button on the keyless
entry system transmitter.

Insert the key into the ignition switch
and switch the ignition ON.

(With advanced key)

Press a request switch on the doors
or the unlock button on the
transmitter.

Switch the ignition ON with the
start knob.

The hazard warning lights will flash twice
to indicate that the system is turned off.

NOTE

The trunk lid can be opened with the key or the
transmitter even when the system is armed. The
alarm will not come on and the system will
remain armed.

qTo Stop an Alarm

A triggered alarm can be turned off by
any one of the following methods:

Unlock a door with the key.

Open the trunk lid with the key.

Press the unlock button or press and
hold the trunk button on the keyless
entry system transmitter.

(With advanced key)

Press a request switch on the doors.

Press the unlock button or press and
hold the trunk button on the
transmitter.

NOTE

If you have any problem with the theft-
deterrent system, consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.

qTheft-Deterrent Labels

A label indicating that your vehicle is
equipped with a Theft-Deterrent System is
in the glove compartment.

Mazda recommends that you affix it to the
lower rear corner of a front door window.

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Steering Wheel

WARNING

Never adjust the steering wheel while
the vehicle is moving:

Adjusting the steering wheel while
the vehicle is moving is dangerous.
Moving it can very easily cause the
driver to abruptly turn to the left or
right. This can lead to loss of control
or an accident.

qTilt Steering Wheel

To change the angle of the steering wheel,
stop the vehicle, pull the tilt wheel release
lever under the steering column down,
adjust the wheel, then push the release
lever up to lock the column.

Tilt wheel release
lever

After adjusting, push the wheel up and
down to be certain it's locked before
driving.

Mirrors

qOutside Mirrors

Check the mirror angles before driving.

Mirror type

Flat type (driver's side)
Flat surface mirror.
Convex type (passenger side)
The mirror has single curvature on its
surface.

WARNING

Be sure to look over your shoulder
before changing lanes:

Changing lanes without taking into
account the actual distance of the
vehicle in the convex mirror is
dangerous. You could have a serious
accident. What you see in the convex
mirror is closer than it appears.

Power mirror

The ignition must be switched to ACC or
ON.

To adjust:

1. Press the left or right side of the

selector switch to choose the left or
right side mirror.

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2. Depress the mirror switch in the

appropriate direction.

Mirror switch

Selector switch

Outside mirror

After adjusting the mirror, lock the control
by placing the selector switch in the
center position.

Folding the mirror

Fold the outside mirror rearward until it is
flush with the vehicle.

WARNING

Always return the outside mirrors to
the driving position before you start
driving:

Driving with the outside mirrors
folded in is dangerous. Your rear view
will be restricted, and you could have
an accident.

qRearview Mirror

WARNING

Do not stack cargo or objects higher
than the seatbacks:

Cargo stacked higher than the
seatbacks is dangerous. It can block
your view in the rearview mirror,
which might cause you to hit another
car when changing lanes.

Rearview mirror adjustment

Before driving, adjust the rearview mirror
to center on the scene through the rear
window.

NOTE

For the manual day/night mirror, perform the
adjustment with the day/night lever in the day
position.

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Reducing glare from headlights

Manual day/night mirror

Push the day/night lever forward for day
driving. Pull it back to reduce glare of
headlights from cars at the rear.

Night

Day

Day/Night lever

Auto-dimming mirror

The auto-dimming mirror automatically
reduces glare of headlights from cars at
the rear when the ignition is switched ON.

Press the OFF button (

) to cancel the

automatic dimming function. The
indicator light will turn off.
To reactivate the automatic dimming
function, press the ON button (

). The

indicator light will illuminate.

Indicator light

OFF button

ON button

NOTE

Do not use glass cleaner or suspend objects
on or around the light sensor. Otherwise,
light sensor sensitivity will be affected and
may not operate normally.

Light sensor

For information regarding the 3 buttons
(

) on the auto-dimming

mirror, refer to HomeLink Wireless Control
System (page 5-60).

The auto-dimmer function is canceled when
the ignition is switched ON and the shift
lever is in reverse (R).

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Before Driving Your Mazda

Important information about driving your Mazda.

Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions ........................................ 4-2

Fuel Requirements .................................................................... 4-2
Emission Control System .......................................................... 4-3
Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide) ......................................... 4-4

Before Starting the Engine ........................................................... 4-5

Before Getting In ...................................................................... 4-5
After Getting In ......................................................................... 4-5

Driving Tips ................................................................................... 4-6

Towing ......................................................................................... 4-13

Trailer Towing ......................................................................... 4-13

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Fuel Requirements

Vehicles with catalytic converters or oxygen sensors must use ONLY UNLEADED FUEL,
which will reduce exhaust emissions and keep spark plug fouling to a minimum.

Your Mazda will perform best with fuel listed in the table.

Fuel

Octane Rating

(Anti-knock index)

Premium unleaded fuel

91 [ (R+M)/2 method] or above (96 RON or above)

* U.S. federal law requires that octane ratings be posted on gasoline station pumps.

You may use a regular unleaded fuel with an Octane Rating from 87 to 90 (91 to 95 RON)
but this will slightly reduce performance, such as reduced engine output, and engine
knocking.
Fuel with a rating lower than 87 octane (91 RON) could cause the emission control system
to lose effectiveness. It could also cause engine knocking and serious engine damage.

CAUTION

Ø USE ONLY UNLEADED FUEL.

Leaded fuel is harmful to the catalytic converter and oxygen sensors and will lead
to deterioration of the emission control system and or failures.

Ø Your vehicle can only use oxygenated fuels containing no more than 10 % ethanol

by volume. Damage to your vehicle may occur when ethanol exceeds this
recommendation, or if the gasoline contains any methanol. Stop using gasohol of
any kind if your vehicle engine is performing poorly.

Ø Never add fuel system additives. Otherwise, the emission control system could be

damaged. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for details.

Gasoline blended with oxygenates such as alcohol or ether compounds are generally
referred to as oxygenated fuels. The common gasoline blend that can be used with your
vehicle is ethanol blended at no more than 10%. Gasoline containing alcohol, such as
ethanol or methanol, may be marketed under the name

“Gasohol”.

Vehicle damage and drivability problems resulting from the use of the following may not
be covered by the Mazda warranty.

Gasohol containing more than 10% ethanol.

Gasoline or gasohol containing methanol.

Leaded fuel or leaded gasohol.

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Emission Control System

Your vehicle is equipped with an emission control system (the catalytic converter is part of
this system) that enables your vehicle to comply with existing exhaust emissions
requirements.

WARNING

Never park over or near anything flammable:

Parking over or near anything flammable, such as dry grass, is dangerous. Even with
the engine turned off, the exhaust system remains very hot after normal use and
could ignite anything flammable. A resulting fire could cause serious injury or death.

CAUTION

Ignoring the following precautions could cause lead to accumulate on the catalyst
inside the converter or cause the converter to get very hot. Either condition will
damage the converter and cause poor performance.

Ø USE ONLY UNLEADED FUEL.

Ø Do not drive your Mazda with any sign of engine malfunction.

Ø Do not coast with the ignition switched off.

Ø Do not descend steep grades in gear with the ignition switched off.

Ø Do not operate the engine at high idle for more than 2 minutes.

Ø Do not tamper with the emission control system. All inspections and adjustments

must be made by a qualified technician.

Ø Do not push-start or pull-start your vehicle.

NOTE

Under U.S. federal law, any modification to the original-equipment emission control system before
the first sale and registration of a vehicle is subject to penalties. In some states, such modification
made on a used vehicle is also subject to penalties.

NOTE

While the engine is off, the sound of a valve opening and closing can be heard below the trunk,
however this does not indicate an abnormality. Your vehicle has a self-checking device and it
operates while the engine is off.

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Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide)

WARNING

Do not drive your vehicle if you smell exhaust gas inside the vehicle:

Engine exhaust gas is dangerous. This gas contains carbon monoxide (CO), which is
colorless, odorless, and poisonous. When inhaled, it can cause loss of consciousness
and death. If you smell exhaust gas inside your vehicle, keep all windows fully open
and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer immediately.

Do not run the engine when inside an enclosed area:

Running the engine inside an enclosed area, such as a garage, is dangerous. Exhaust
gas, which contains poisonous carbon monoxide, could easily enter the cabin. Loss
of consciousness or even death could occur.

Open the windows or adjust the heating or cooling system to draw fresh air when
idling the engine:

Exhaust gas is dangerous. When your vehicle is stopped with the windows closed
and the engine running for a long time even in an open area, exhaust gas, which
contains poisonous carbon monoxide, could enter the cabin. Loss of consciousness or
even death could occur.

Clear snow from underneath and around your vehicle, particularly the tail pipe,
before starting the engine:

Running the engine when a vehicle is stopped in deep snow is dangerous. The
exhaust pipe could be blocked by the snow, allowing exhaust gas to enter the cabin.
Because exhaust gas contains poisonous carbon monoxide, it could cause loss of
consciousness or even death to occupants in the cabin.

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Before Getting In

Be sure the windows, outside mirrors,
and outside lights are clean.

Inspect inflation pressures and
condition of tires.

Look under the vehicle for any sign of
fluid leaks.

If you plan to back up, make sure
nothing is in your way.

NOTE

Engine oil, engine coolant, brake/clutch fluid,
washer fluid, and other fluid levels should be
inspected. See Maintenance, Section 8.

After Getting In

Are all doors closed and locked?

Is the seat adjusted properly?

Are the inside and outside mirrors
adjusted?

Is the steering wheel adjusted properly?

Is each occupant's seat belt fastened?

Check all gauges.

Check all warning lights when the
ignition is switched ON.

Release the parking brake and make
sure the brake warning light goes off.

Always be thoroughly familiar with your
Mazda.

Before Driving Your Mazda

Before Starting the Engine

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