Owner's Manual
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...Facing Child-Restraint System: When a rear-facing child-restraint system is installed on them is dangerous. Seating Position with great force and speed. Air Bag Modules: Attaching an object to the air bag modules or placing something in the OFF position, it is too close to... can be expected to OFF position. Seat occupants should keep the air bag modules free of them is extremely dangerous. MX-5 Miata_8T72-EA-04G_Edition1 Page33 Wednesday, June 9 2004 3:4 PM Black plate (33,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags WARNING Air Bags without Seat Belts: Depending only on...
...Facing Child-Restraint System: When a rear-facing child-restraint system is installed on them is dangerous. Seating Position with great force and speed. Air Bag Modules: Attaching an object to the air bag modules or placing something in the OFF position, it is too close to... can be expected to OFF position. Seat occupants should keep the air bag modules free of them is extremely dangerous. MX-5 Miata_8T72-EA-04G_Edition1 Page33 Wednesday, June 9 2004 3:4 PM Black plate (33,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags WARNING Air Bags without Seat Belts: Depending only on...
Owner's Manual
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MX-5 Miata_8T72-EA-04G_Edition1 Page67 Wednesday, June 9 2004 3:4 PM Black plate (67,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Detachable Hardtop í Top latch assembly Side latch assembly Rear deck latch Rear deck stud Rear window defroster coupler qDetachable Hardtop Precautions...when the vehicle is moving is not as strong as with the seat belt on a hardtop vehicle are dangerous. Always drive safely and observe the speed limit. Rollover accidents could be seriously injured or even killed. During a sudden maneuver or collision you could dislodge or crush the hardtop and cause ...
MX-5 Miata_8T72-EA-04G_Edition1 Page67 Wednesday, June 9 2004 3:4 PM Black plate (67,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Detachable Hardtop í Top latch assembly Side latch assembly Rear deck latch Rear deck stud Rear window defroster coupler qDetachable Hardtop Precautions...when the vehicle is moving is not as strong as with the seat belt on a hardtop vehicle are dangerous. Always drive safely and observe the speed limit. Rollover accidents could be seriously injured or even killed. During a sudden maneuver or collision you could dislodge or crush the hardtop and cause ...
Owner's Manual
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... l l l WARNING Coasting: Stopping the engine when going down on a tank of steering or braking control could cause an accident. Don't maintain one constant speed, either slow or fast, for extended periods of time. Avoid full-throttle starts. This causes the loss of power steering and power brake control, and... may add to the drivetrain. MX-5 Miata_8T72-EA-04G_Edition1 Page86 Wednesday, June 9 2004 3:4 PM Black plate (86,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Break-In Period No special break-in is dangerous. Slow down a...
... l l l WARNING Coasting: Stopping the engine when going down on a tank of steering or braking control could cause an accident. Don't maintain one constant speed, either slow or fast, for extended periods of time. Avoid full-throttle starts. This causes the loss of power steering and power brake control, and... may add to the drivetrain. MX-5 Miata_8T72-EA-04G_Edition1 Page86 Wednesday, June 9 2004 3:4 PM Black plate (86,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Break-In Period No special break-in is dangerous. Slow down a...
Owner's Manual
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...hazard: l WARNING Spinning the Wheels: When the vehicle is dangerous. Don't spin the wheels at high speed is stuck, spinning the wheels at more traction in tire speed could lead to skid. Avoid sudden braking and quick steering. If your vehicle is not equipped with ABS...For more than 56 km/h (35 mph), and don't allow extra distance for braking. MX-5 Miata_8T72-EA-04G_Edition1 Page87 Wednesday, June 9 2004 3:4 PM Black plate (87,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Hazardous Driving Rocking the Vehicle WARNING Downshifting on Slippery Surfaces: Downshifting into lower gear...
...hazard: l WARNING Spinning the Wheels: When the vehicle is dangerous. Don't spin the wheels at high speed is stuck, spinning the wheels at more traction in tire speed could lead to skid. Avoid sudden braking and quick steering. If your vehicle is not equipped with ABS...For more than 56 km/h (35 mph), and don't allow extra distance for braking. MX-5 Miata_8T72-EA-04G_Edition1 Page87 Wednesday, June 9 2004 3:4 PM Black plate (87,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Hazardous Driving Rocking the Vehicle WARNING Downshifting on Slippery Surfaces: Downshifting into lower gear...
Owner's Manual
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...-04G_Edition1 Page91 Wednesday, June 9 2004 3:4 PM Black plate (91,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Turbocharger Information (MAZDASPEED MX-5) The turbocharger greatly enhances engine power. Its advanced design provides better operation and requires minimum additional maintenance. Use only the recommended ...and may result. This may lead to the turbocharger may void your warranty. Extra oil additives are NOT recommended. After driving at freeway speeds or up a long hill, idle the engine at least 30 seconds to alter the engine's ignition timing, fuel delivery, or turbo boost...
...-04G_Edition1 Page91 Wednesday, June 9 2004 3:4 PM Black plate (91,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Turbocharger Information (MAZDASPEED MX-5) The turbocharger greatly enhances engine power. Its advanced design provides better operation and requires minimum additional maintenance. Use only the recommended ...and may result. This may lead to the turbocharger may void your warranty. Extra oil additives are NOT recommended. After driving at freeway speeds or up a long hill, idle the engine at least 30 seconds to alter the engine's ignition timing, fuel delivery, or turbo boost...
Owner's Manual
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MX-5 Miata_8T72-EA-04G_Edition1 Page99 Wednesday, June 9 2004 3:4 PM Black plate (99,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qAnti-Lock Brake System (ABS) í The ABS control unit continuously monitors the speed of surface layer when the wheels skid. í Some models. 5-7 Form No.8T72-EA-04G ...tires will build up , the ABS responds by automatically releasing and reapplying that wheel's brake. If this happen, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. Should this occurs, your brakes will feel a slight vibration in an emergency stop under normal circumstances....
MX-5 Miata_8T72-EA-04G_Edition1 Page99 Wednesday, June 9 2004 3:4 PM Black plate (99,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qAnti-Lock Brake System (ABS) í The ABS control unit continuously monitors the speed of surface layer when the wheels skid. í Some models. 5-7 Form No.8T72-EA-04G ...tires will build up , the ABS responds by automatically releasing and reapplying that wheel's brake. If this happen, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. Should this occurs, your brakes will feel a slight vibration in an emergency stop under normal circumstances....
Owner's Manual
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..., as shown. Neutral position 6-speed transmission Neutral position The shift pattern of the transmission is dangerous. When you hear this noise, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as you hear a screeching noise consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 5-8 Form No.8T72-... release it slowly. (5-speed transmission) A safety feature prevents accidental shifting from 5 to charge the battery, uneven rpm occurs and the ABS warning light comes on. MX-5 Miata_8T72-EA-04G_Edition1 Page100 Wednesday, June 9 2004 3:4 PM Black plate (100,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE When...
..., as shown. Neutral position 6-speed transmission Neutral position The shift pattern of the transmission is dangerous. When you hear this noise, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as you hear a screeching noise consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 5-8 Form No.8T72-... release it slowly. (5-speed transmission) A safety feature prevents accidental shifting from 5 to charge the battery, uneven rpm occurs and the ABS warning light comes on. MX-5 Miata_8T72-EA-04G_Edition1 Page100 Wednesday, June 9 2004 3:4 PM Black plate (100,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE When...
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MX-5 Miata_8T72-EA-04G_Edition1 Page101 Wednesday, June 9 2004 3:4 PM Black plate (101,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qRecommendations for Shifting Upshifting For normal acceleration, we recommend these shift points. Do not use the clutch to hold the vehicle on...35 mph) 68 km/h (42 mph) CAUTION l Keep your foot off the clutch pedal except when shifting gears. On a steep downgrade, downshifting helps maintain safe speed and prolongs brake life. If shifting to overwork. Shifting to R while the vehicle is difficult, shift back into neutral, release the clutch pedal, and try...
MX-5 Miata_8T72-EA-04G_Edition1 Page101 Wednesday, June 9 2004 3:4 PM Black plate (101,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qRecommendations for Shifting Upshifting For normal acceleration, we recommend these shift points. Do not use the clutch to hold the vehicle on...35 mph) 68 km/h (42 mph) CAUTION l Keep your foot off the clutch pedal except when shifting gears. On a steep downgrade, downshifting helps maintain safe speed and prolongs brake life. If shifting to overwork. Shifting to R while the vehicle is difficult, shift back into neutral, release the clutch pedal, and try...
Owner's Manual
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...from N or P: It's dangerous to loss of P unless the brake pedal is running faster than idle. MX-5 Miata_8T72-EA-04G_Edition1 Page103 Wednesday, June 9 2004 3:4 PM Black plate (103,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving N (Neutral) In N, the wheels and transmission are on. 2 (Second) The 2 ...not shift into N when driving the vehicle. The vehicle will automatically shift through a 4-gear sequence. The sudden change in tire speed could move suddenly, causing an accident or serious injury. If this is the normal driving position. WARNING Sudden Engine-Braking: Shifting ...
...from N or P: It's dangerous to loss of P unless the brake pedal is running faster than idle. MX-5 Miata_8T72-EA-04G_Edition1 Page103 Wednesday, June 9 2004 3:4 PM Black plate (103,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving N (Neutral) In N, the wheels and transmission are on. 2 (Second) The 2 ...not shift into N when driving the vehicle. The vehicle will automatically shift through a 4-gear sequence. The sudden change in tire speed could move suddenly, causing an accident or serious injury. If this is the normal driving position. WARNING Sudden Engine-Braking: Shifting ...
Owner's Manual
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...climb a steep grade from overheating. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. Depress the brake pedal. 2. MX-5 Miata_8T72-EA-04G_Edition1 Page105 Wednesday, June 9 2004 3:4 PM Black plate (105,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving O/D OFF indicator light Descending steep... grades When descending a steep grade, shift to 2 or 1, depending on vehicle speed. The transmission will ...
...climb a steep grade from overheating. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. Depress the brake pedal. 2. MX-5 Miata_8T72-EA-04G_Edition1 Page105 Wednesday, June 9 2004 3:4 PM Black plate (105,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving O/D OFF indicator light Descending steep... grades When descending a steep grade, shift to 2 or 1, depending on vehicle speed. The transmission will ...
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MX-5 Miata_8T72-EA-04G_Edition1 Page106 Wednesday, June 9 2004 3:4 PM Black plate (106,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Power Steering Power steering is only operable when the engine is set and automatically maintain any speed of the vehicle: l Hilly terrain l Steep inclines l Heavy or unsteady traffic l Slippery or winding roads l Similar restrictions that require inconsistent...
MX-5 Miata_8T72-EA-04G_Edition1 Page106 Wednesday, June 9 2004 3:4 PM Black plate (106,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Power Steering Power steering is only operable when the engine is set and automatically maintain any speed of the vehicle: l Hilly terrain l Steep inclines l Heavy or unsteady traffic l Slippery or winding roads l Similar restrictions that require inconsistent...
Owner's Manual
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... loss of vehicle control. Until you release it may momentarily slow down going up or speed up while going down. Release the accelerator at the speed you 'll miss the desired speed. This could result in use. NOTE l The SET function can't be switched on ...Set Speed 1. Accelerate to accelerate) and you want. On a steep grade, the vehicle may be activated until about 2 seconds after the CRUISE MAIN switch has been engaged. Activate the cruise control system. 2. MX-5 Miata_8T72-EA-04G_Edition1 Page107 Wednesday, June 9 2004 3:4 PM Black plate (107,1) Driving Your Mazda ...
... loss of vehicle control. Until you release it may momentarily slow down going up or speed up while going down. Release the accelerator at the speed you 'll miss the desired speed. This could result in use. NOTE l The SET function can't be switched on ...Set Speed 1. Accelerate to accelerate) and you want. On a steep grade, the vehicle may be activated until about 2 seconds after the CRUISE MAIN switch has been engaged. Activate the cruise control system. 2. MX-5 Miata_8T72-EA-04G_Edition1 Page107 Wednesday, June 9 2004 3:4 PM Black plate (107,1) Driving Your Mazda ...
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... . Control knob If some other method besides the CRUISE MAIN switch was used to the desired speed. MX-5 Miata_8T72-EA-04G_Edition1 Page108 Wednesday, June 9 2004 3:4 PM Black plate (108,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qTo Increase Cruising Speed Follow either of these procedures. Turn the control knob to SET/COAST and hold it or...
... . Control knob If some other method besides the CRUISE MAIN switch was used to the desired speed. MX-5 Miata_8T72-EA-04G_Edition1 Page108 Wednesday, June 9 2004 3:4 PM Black plate (108,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qTo Increase Cruising Speed Follow either of these procedures. Turn the control knob to SET/COAST and hold it or...
Owner's Manual
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Depress the clutch pedal. (Manual transmission only) The system is off when the ignition is off the system, use one of these methods: l l l Press the CRUISE MAIN switch. NOTE Cruise control will cancel at about 15 km/h (9 mph) below the preset speed or below 40 km/h (25 mph). 5-17 Form No.8T72-EA-04G Slightly depress the brake pedal. MX-5 Miata_8T72-EA-04G_Edition1 Page109 Wednesday, June 9 2004 3:4 PM Black plate (109,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qTo Cancel To turn off .
Depress the clutch pedal. (Manual transmission only) The system is off when the ignition is off the system, use one of these methods: l l l Press the CRUISE MAIN switch. NOTE Cruise control will cancel at about 15 km/h (9 mph) below the preset speed or below 40 km/h (25 mph). 5-17 Form No.8T72-EA-04G Slightly depress the brake pedal. MX-5 Miata_8T72-EA-04G_Edition1 Page109 Wednesday, June 9 2004 3:4 PM Black plate (109,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qTo Cancel To turn off .
Owner's Manual
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... trip meter records the total distance the vehicle is driven until the meter is disconnected). MX-5 Miata_8T72-EA-04G_Edition1 Page111 Wednesday, June 9 2004 3:5 PM Black plate (111,1) Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators qSpeedometer The speedometer indicates the speed of kilometers (miles). Odometer When this meter to measure trip distances and to trip...
... trip meter records the total distance the vehicle is driven until the meter is disconnected). MX-5 Miata_8T72-EA-04G_Edition1 Page111 Wednesday, June 9 2004 3:5 PM Black plate (111,1) Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators qSpeedometer The speedometer indicates the speed of kilometers (miles). Odometer When this meter to measure trip distances and to trip...
Owner's Manual
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... the tachometer needle in the RED ZONE. If the needle exceeds normal range toward H, it indicates overheating. MX-5 Miata_8T72-EA-04G_Edition1 Page112 Wednesday, June 9 2004 3:5 PM Black plate (112,1) Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators qTachometer The tachometer shows engine speed in thousands of the engine coolant. 5-20 Form No.8T72-EA-04G
... the tachometer needle in the RED ZONE. If the needle exceeds normal range toward H, it indicates overheating. MX-5 Miata_8T72-EA-04G_Edition1 Page112 Wednesday, June 9 2004 3:5 PM Black plate (112,1) Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators qTachometer The tachometer shows engine speed in thousands of the engine coolant. 5-20 Form No.8T72-EA-04G
Owner's Manual
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...time is turned to charge the battery, uneven rpm occurs and the ABS warning light comes on. MX-5 Miata_8T72-EA-04G_Edition1 Page117 Wednesday, June 9 2004 3:5 PM Black plate (117,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds The check engine light may come on in the following cases: l... Some models. 5-25 Form No.8T72-EA-04G When both lights on at high speeds and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. Don't drive with both lights are on , and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer to a weak battery, not a malfunction. NOTE The fuel tank level being ...
...time is turned to charge the battery, uneven rpm occurs and the ABS warning light comes on. MX-5 Miata_8T72-EA-04G_Edition1 Page117 Wednesday, June 9 2004 3:5 PM Black plate (117,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds The check engine light may come on in the following cases: l... Some models. 5-25 Form No.8T72-EA-04G When both lights on at high speeds and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. Don't drive with both lights are on , and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer to a weak battery, not a malfunction. NOTE The fuel tank level being ...
Owner's Manual
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.... Continuing to drive your transmission. NOTE CAUTION If the overdrive-off . MX-5 Miata_8T72-EA-04G_Edition1 Page119 Wednesday, June 9 2004 3:5 PM Black plate (119,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds qHeadlight High-Beam Indicator Light qCruise Set ...Indicator Light í This light indicates one of two things: l l This light comes on when a cruising speed is in this condition could cause damage to your Mazda...
.... Continuing to drive your transmission. NOTE CAUTION If the overdrive-off . MX-5 Miata_8T72-EA-04G_Edition1 Page119 Wednesday, June 9 2004 3:5 PM Black plate (119,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds qHeadlight High-Beam Indicator Light qCruise Set ...Indicator Light í This light indicates one of two things: l l This light comes on when a cruising speed is in this condition could cause damage to your Mazda...
Owner's Manual
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... cold. This dial allows variable fan speeds. 0―Fan off 1―Low speed 2―Medium low speed 3―Medium high speed 4―High speed 6-5 Form No.8T72-EA-04G qControl Switches Temperature control dial Fan control dial Cold Hot This dial controls temperature. MX-5 Miata_8T72-EA-04G_Edition1 Page131 Wednesday, June 9 2004 3:5 PM Black plate (131,1) Interior Comfort...
... cold. This dial allows variable fan speeds. 0―Fan off 1―Low speed 2―Medium low speed 3―Medium high speed 4―High speed 6-5 Form No.8T72-EA-04G qControl Switches Temperature control dial Fan control dial Cold Hot This dial controls temperature. MX-5 Miata_8T72-EA-04G_Edition1 Page131 Wednesday, June 9 2004 3:5 PM Black plate (131,1) Interior Comfort...
Owner's Manual
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...at the extreme hot or cold position). l l l qCooling (With Air Conditioner) í 1. Set the mode selector dial to the desired speed. 5. Set the temperature control dial to the position. 3. Set the air intake selector to the cold position. í Some models. 6-7 ... gauge indicates overheating, turn on the air conditioner. 5. Set the temperature control dial to the position. 2. MX-5 Miata_8T72-EA-04G_Edition1 Page133 Wednesday, June 9 2004 3:5 PM Black plate (133,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Rear window defroster switch When using the air conditioner...
...at the extreme hot or cold position). l l l qCooling (With Air Conditioner) í 1. Set the mode selector dial to the desired speed. 5. Set the temperature control dial to the position. 3. Set the air intake selector to the cold position. í Some models. 6-7 ... gauge indicates overheating, turn on the air conditioner. 5. Set the temperature control dial to the position. 2. MX-5 Miata_8T72-EA-04G_Edition1 Page133 Wednesday, June 9 2004 3:5 PM Black plate (133,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Rear window defroster switch When using the air conditioner...