Mazda MX-5 2006 User Manual

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A Word to Mazda Owners

Thank you for choosing a Mazda. We at Mazda design and build vehicles with complete customer satisfaction in mind.

To help ensure enjoyable and trouble-free operation of your Mazda, read this manual carefully and follow its recommendations.

An Authorized Mazda Dealer knows your vehicle best. So when maintenance or service is necessary, that's the place to go.

Our nationwide network of Mazda professionals is dedicated to providing you with the best possible service.

We assure you that all of us at Mazda have an ongoing interest in your motoring pleasure and in your full satisfaction with your Mazda product.

Mazda Motor Corporation

HIROSHIMA, JAPAN

Important Notes About This Manual

Keep this manual in the glove box as a handy reference for the safe and enjoyable use of your Mazda. Should you resell the vehicle, leave this manual with it for the next owner.

All specifications and descriptions are accurate at the time of printing. Because improvement is a constant goal at Mazda, we reserve the right to make changes in specifications at any time without notice and without obligation.

Event Data Recorder

This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder. In the event of a crash, this device records data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time. These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur and lead to the designing of safer vehicles.

Air Conditioning and the Environment

Your Mazda's genuine air conditioner is filled with HFC134a (R134a), a refrigerant that has been found not to damage the earth's ozone layer. If the air conditioner does not operate properly, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

Please be aware that this manual applies to all models, equipment and options. As a result, you may find some explanations for equipment not installed on your vehicle.

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How to Use This Manual

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We want to help you get the most driving pleasure from your vehicle. Your owner's manual, when read from cover to cover, can do that in many ways.

Illustrations complement the words of the manual to best explain how to enjoy your Mazda. By reading your manual, you can find out about the features, important safety information, and driving under various road conditions.

The symbol below in this manual means “Do not do this” or “Do not let this happen”.

Index: A good place to start is the Index, an alphabetical listing of all information in your manual.

NOTE

A NOTE provides informat ion and sometimes suggests how to make better use of your vehicle.

The symbol below, located on some parts of the vehicle, indicates that this manual contains information related to the part. Please refer to the manual for a detailed explanation.

You'll find several WARNINGs, CAUTIONs, and NOTEs in the manual.

WARNING

A WARNING indicates a situation in which serious injury or death could result if the warning is ignored.

CAUTION

A CAUTION indicates a situation in which bodily injury or damage to your vehicle, or both, could result if the caution is ignor ed.

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Your Vehicle at a Glance

Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda.

Essential Safety Equipment

Use of safety equipment, including seats, seat belt system, SRS air bags and child-restraint systems.

Knowing Your Mazda

Explanation of basic operations and controls; opening/closing and adjustment of various parts.

Before Driving Your Mazda

Important information about driving your Mazda.

Driving Your Mazda

Explanation of instruments and controls.

Interior Comfort

Use of various features for drive comfort, including air-conditioning and audio system.

In Case of an Emergency

Helpful information on what to do in an emergency.

Maintenance and Care

How to keep your Mazda in top condition.

Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects

Important consumer information including warranties and add-on equipment.

Specifications

Technical information about your Mazda.

Index

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Your Vehicle at a Glance

Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda.

Dashboard and Interior Overview .............................................. 1-2

Exterior Overview ......................................................................... 1-4

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The equipment and installation position varies according to grade.

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Your Vehicle at a Glance

Dashboard and Interior Overview

Power door lock switch ..................................................................................... page 3-29

Outside mirror switch ........................................................................................ page 3-53

DSC OFF switch ............................................................................................... page 5-24

Passenger airbag deactivation switch ................................................................ page 2-30

Dashboard illumination ..................................................................................... page 5-36

Lighting control/Turn signals ............................................................................ page 5-51

Instrument cluster .............................................................................................. page 5-32

Air bags ............................................................................................................. page 2-26

Wiper and washer lever ..................................................................................... page 5-54

Cruise control switches ...................................................................................... page 5-19

Hazard warning flasher switch .......................................................................... page 5-56

Climate control system ........................................... ............................................. page 6-2

Audio system ..................................................................................................... page 6-10

Parking brake ....................................................................................................... page 5-5

Power window switches .................................................................................... page 3-36

MT shift lever ...................................................................................................... page 5-9

AT shift lever (Sport AT) ................................................................................... page 5-12

Accessory socket ............................................................................................... page 6-43

Ignition switch ..................................................................................................... page 5-2

Tilt wheel release lever ...................................................................................... page 3-53

Audio control switch ......................................................................................... page 6-36

Fog light switch ................................................................................................. page 5-53

Hood release handle .......................................................................................... page 3-38

Trunk release button .......................................................................................... page 3-31

Fuse box ................................................. ........................................................... page 8-41

Seat belt ............................................................................................................... page 2-5

Seats ..................................................................................................................... page 2-2

Convertible top unlock lever .............................................................................. page 3-43

Sunvisor ............................................................................................................. page 6-39

Rearview mirror .............................. ................................................................... page 3-54

Interior light ....................................................................................................... page 6-39

Vanity mirror ...................................................................................................... page 6-39

Glove box .............................................................. ............................................ page 6-41

Mesh Pocket ............... ....................................................................................... page 6-42

Cup holder ......................................................................................................... page 6-40

Bottle Holder ..................................................................................................... page 6-41

Remote fuel-filler lid release ............................................................................. page 3-37

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Exterior Overview

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The equipment and installation position varies according to grade.

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Your Vehicle at a Glance

Exterior Overview

Trunk lid ............................................................................................................ page 3-31

Rear window defroster ....................................................................................... page 5-55

Antenna ............................................................................................................. page 6-10

Doors and keys .................................................................................................. page 3-28

Outside mirror .................................................................................................... page 3-53

Tires ................................................................................................................... page 8-29

Light bulbs ......................................................................................................... page 8-34

Hood .................................................................................................................. page 3-38

Windshield wiper blades .................................................................................... page 8-25

Convertible top .................................................................................................. page 3-40

Power windows ................................................................................................. page 3-35

Fuel-filler lid ...................................................................................................... page 3-37

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Essential Safety Equipment

Use of safety equipment, including seats, seat belt system, SRS air bags and child-restraint systems.

Seats ............................................................................................... 2-2

Seats .......................................................................................... 2-2

Seat Belt Systems .......................................................................... 2-5

Seat Belt Precautions ................................................................ 2-5

Seat Belts .................................................................................. 2-8

Seat Belt Pretensioner and Load Limiting Systems ................ 2-10

Seat Belt Extender ................................................................... 2-12

Seat Belt Warning Light/Beep ................................................ 2-13

Child Restraint ............................................................................ 2-15

Child Restraint Precautions ..................................................... 2-15

Installing a Child-Restraint System ......................................... 2-20

LATCH Child-Restraint System ............................................. 2-23

SRS Air Bags ............................................................................... 2-26

Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Precautions ............... 2-26

Passenger Air Bag Deactivation Switch .................................. 2-30

Supplemental Restraint System Components ......................... 2-33

How the Air Bags Work .......................................................... 2-36

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Seats

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Seats

WARNING

Modification of the Front Seats: Modifying or replacing the front seats such as replacing the upholstery or loosening any bolts is dangerous. The front seats contain air bag components essential to the supplemental restraint system. Such modifications could damage the supplemental restraint system and result in seriou s injury. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer if there is any need to remove or reinstall the front seats.

Damaged Front Seats: Driving with damaged front seats is dangerous. A collision, even one not strong enough to inflate the air bags, could damage the front seats which contain essential air bag components. If there was a subsequent collision, the air bag may not deploy which could lead to injuries. Always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer inspect the front seats, front seat belt pretensioners and air bags after a collision.

Securing the Seats: Adjustable seats and seatbacks that are not securely locked are dangerous. In a sudden stop or collision, the seat or seatback could move, causing injury. Make sure the adjustable components of the seat are locked in place by attempting to slide the seat forward and backward and rocking the seatback.

qSeat Slide

WARNING

Driver's Seat Adjustment: Adjusting the driver's seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The driver could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident. Adjust the driver's seat on ly when the vehicle is stopped.

To move a seat forward or backward, raise the lever and slide the seat to the desired position and release the lever.

Make sure the lever returns to its original position and the seat is locked in place by attempting to push it forward and backward.

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Essential Safety Equipment

Seats

qSeat Recline

WARNING

Reclining: Sitting in a reclined position while the vehicle is moving is dangerous because you don't get the full protection from seat belts. During sudden braking or a collision, you can slide under the lap belt and suffer serious internal injuries. For maximum protection, sit well back and upright.

Unlocked Seatback: The seatback plays an important role in your protectio n in a vehicle. Leaving the seatback unlocked is dangerous as it can allow passengers to be ejected or thrown around and baggage to strike occupants in a sudden stop or collision, resulting in severe injury. After adjusting the seatback at any time, even when there are no other passengers, rock the seatback to make sure it is locked in place.

To change the seatback angle, lean forward slightly while raising the lever. Then lean back to the desired position and release the lever.

Make sure the lever returns to its original position and the seatback is locked in place by attempting to push it forward and backward.

CAUTION

When returning a rear-reclined seatback to its upright position, make sure you hold onto the seatback with your other hand while op erating the lever. If the seatback is not supported, it will flip forward suddenly and could cause injury.

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Seats

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qSeat Warmer

The seats are electrically heated. The ignition switch must be in the ON position.

Press the switch to turn the seat warmer on or off. When the switch is in the ON position, the indicator light will come on.

NOTE

The seat temperature is regulated automatically by a thermostat. Other than turning it on or off, it cannot be adjusted.

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Essential Safety Equipment

Seat Belt Systems

Seat Belt Precautions

Seat belts help to decrease the possibility of severe injury during accidents and sudden stops. Mazda recommends that the driver and passenger always wear seat belts.

All of the seat belt retractors are designed to keep the lap/shoulder belts out of the way when not in use.

The driver's seat belt has no provisions for child-restraint systems and has only an emergency locking mode. The driver may wear it comfortably, and it will lock during a collision.

However, the passenger's seat lap/shoulder belt retractors operate in two modes: emergency locking mode, and for child-restraint systems, automatic locking mode. Your vehicle is equipped with LATCH lower anchors for securing the LATCH childrestraint system in the passenger seat but there is no child-restraint tether available. As there is no rear seat on this vehicle, the preferred location for children, following the manufacturer's instructions on the LATCH child restraint-system and this owner's manual is important (page 2-23).

WARNING

Not Wearing Seat Belts: Not wearing a seat belt is extremely dangerous. During a collision, occupants not wearing seat belts could hit someone or things inside the vehicle or even be thrown out of the vehicle. They could be seriously injured or even killed. In the same collision, occupants wearing seat belts would be much safer. Always wear your seat belt and make sure all occupants are properly restrained.

Seat Belt Damaged During an Accident: Using a damaged seat belt is dangerous. An accident could damage the belt webbing of the seat belt in use. A damaged seat belt cannot provide adequate protection in a collision. Air bags and pretensioners work together, but whether a seat was occupied or not, if any air bag deployed and whether a seat belt pretensioner deployed or not, all seat belts and air bags must be inspected and replaced if necessary. Have an Authorized Mazda Dealer inspect all seat belt systems in use during an accident before they are used again.

Twisted Seat Belts: Twisted seat belts are dangerous. In a collision, the full width of the belt isn't available to absorb the impact. This puts more force on the bones beneath the belt, which could cause serious injury or death. Don't wear twisted seat belts.

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Seat Belt Systems

WARNING

One Belt, One Passenger: Using one seat belt for more than one person at a time is dangerous. A seat belt used in this way can't spread the impact forces properly and the two passengers could be crushed together and seriously injured or even killed. Never use one belt for more than one person at a time and always operate the vehicle with each occupant properly restrained.

CAUTION

Belt retraction may become difficult if the belts and rings are soiled, so try to keep them clean.

Ring

qPregnant Women and Persons with Serious Medical Conditions

Pregnant women should wear seat belts. Ask your doctor for specific recommendations. The lap belt should be worn SNUGLYAND AS LOW AS POSSIBLE OVER THE HIPS. The shoulder belt should be worn across your shoulder properly, but never across the stomach area. Persons with serious medical condit ions also should wear seat belts. Check with your doctor for any special instructions regarding specific medical conditions.

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Essential Safety Equipment

Seat Belt Systems

qEmergency Locking Mode

In the emergency locking mode, the belt remains comfortable on the occupant and the retractor will lock in position during a collision. When the seat belt is retracted, it will always be in the emergency locking mode until it is switched to automatic locking mode by pulling it all the way out to its full length. If the belt feels tight and hinders comfortable movement while the vehicle is stopped or in motion, it may be in the automatic locking mode because the belt has been pulled too far out. To return to the belt more comfortable emergency locking mode, wait until the vehicle has stopped in a safe, level area, retract the belt fully to convert it back to emergency locking mode and then extend it around you again.

qAutomatic Locking Mode

To enable seat belt automatic locking mode, pull it all the way out and connect it as instructed on the child-res traint system. It will retract down to the child-restraint system and stay locked on it. If the LATCH lower anchors are not used alone for LATCH style booster seats and infant carriers without tethers, always use the automatic locking mode to keep the child-restraint system from shifting to an unsafe position in the event of an accident. See the section on child restraint (page 2-15).

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Seat Belt Systems

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Seat Belts

qFastening the Seat Belts

1. Grasp the tongue.

2. Slowly pull out the lap/shoulder belt.

Belt

Tongue

3. Insert the tongue into the buckle until you hear a click.

Tongue

WARNING

Positioning the Shoulder Portion of the Seat Belt: Improper positioning of the shoulder portion of the seat belt is dangerous. Always make sure the shoulder portion of the seat belt is positioned across your shoulder an d near your neck, but never under your arm, on your neck, or on your upper arm.

4. Make sure the shoulder belt is snugly fitted against your body.

Keep low on hip bone

Take up slack

Too high

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WARNING

Positioning the Lap Portion of the Seat Belt: The lap portion of the seat belt worn too high is dangerous. In a collision, this would concentrate the impact force directly on the abdominal area, causing serious injury. Wear the lap portion of the belt snugly and as low as possible.

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Essential Safety Equipment

Seat Belt Systems

qUnfastening the Seat Belts

Depress the button on the buckle.

Button

NOTE

If a belt does not fully retract, inspect it for kinks and twists. If it is still not retracting properly, have it inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

qSeat Belt Caution Label

A caution label has been placed inside the sleeve of the lap portion of the driver's seat belt. When an accident occurs while the seat belt is in use, the resulting stress on the seat belt will cause an indicator with the words “REPLACE BELT” visible on it to be pulled out of the sleeve below the caution label. This indicates that THE SEAT BELT MUST BE REPLACED. Also note that if at any time the seat belt has undergone stress because of an accident or other reason, damage to the seat belt's webbing, met al fittings, or anchor bolt may have occurred, even though nothing appears to be wrong with the seat belt. For this reason we recommend that the seat belt be replaced after it has undergone stress, whether or not the indicator has been pulled out.

Caution

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Seat Belt Systems

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Seat Belt Pretensioner and Load Limiting Systems

For optimum protection, the driver and passenger seat belts are equipped with pretensioner and load limiting systems. In moderate or greater frontal or nearfrontal accidents, the air bag and pretensioner systems deploy simultaneously. The pretensioners take up slack in the seat belts as the air bags are expanding. The seat belt pretensioner system cannot provide adequate protection in an accident if the seat belt is not fastened properly. The load limiting system releases belt webbing in a controlled manner to reduce belt force on the occupant's chest.

WARNING

Incorrect Positioning of the Driver and Passenger Seat Belts: Incorrect positioning of the driver and passenger seat belts is dangerous. Without proper positioning, the pretensioner and load limiting systems cannot provide adequate protection in an accident and this could result in serious injury. Wear seat belts only as recommended in this owner's manual (page 2-8).

WARNING

Expended Seat Belt Pretensioners: Air bags may deploy, and the corresponding pretensioner(s) will also deploy at the same time. Use of seat belts with the pretensioner system expended is dangerous. Like the air bags, the seat belt pretensioners will only function once. After they are expended, they will not function again and must be replaced immediately. If the seat belt pretensioners are not replaced, the risk of injury in a collision will increase. Always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer inspect the seat belt preten sioners and air bags after any collision. Expended seat belt pretensioners and air bags must be replaced after any collision which caused them to deploy. Additionally, the load limiter will only limit loads on the chest once in a collision and is another reason to have the seat belts inspected.

Modification or Testing of the Pretensioner System: Modifying the components or wiring of the pretensioner system, including the use of electronic testing devices is dangerous. You could accidentally activate it or make it inoperable which would prevent it from activating in an accident. The occupants or repairers could be seriously injured. Never modify the compo nents or wiring, or use electronic testing device s on the pretensioner system.

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WARNING

Pretensioner System Disposal: Improper disposal of the pretensioner system or a vehicle with nondeactivated pretensioners is dangerous. Unless all safety procedures are followed, injur y could result. Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer how to safely dispose of the pretensioner system or how to scrap a pretensioner-equipped vehicle.

NOTE

The pretensioner system will only activate in a moderate or greater frontal or near-frontal collision. It will not activate in most rollovers, side or rear impacts.

Some smoke (non-toxic gas) will be released when the air bags and pretensioners deploy. This does not indicate a fire. This gas normally has no effect on occupants, however, those with sensitive skin may experience light skin irritation. If residue from the deployment of the air bags or the pretensioner system gets on the skin or in the eyes, wash it off as soon as possible.

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Essential Safety Equipment

Seat Belt Systems

qAir Bag/Seat Belt Pretensioner

System Warning Light

If the air bag/seat belt pretensioner system is normal, the warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position or after the engine is cranked. After about 6 seconds it goes out.

A system malfunction is indicated when the warning light constantly flashes, constantly illuminates or doesn't illuminate at all when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. If any of these occur, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. The system may not work in an accident.

WARNING

Self-Servicing the Air Bag/ Pretensioner Systems: Self-servicing or tampering with the systems is dangerous. An air bag/ pretensioner could accidentally activate or become disabled. This could cause serious injuries. Never tamper with the systems and always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform all servicing and repairs.

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Seat Belt Systems

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Seat Belt Extender

If your seat belt is not long enough, even when fully extended, a seat belt extender may be available to you at no charge from your Authorized Mazda Dealer. This extender will be only for you and for the particular vehicle and seat. Even if it plugs into other seat belts, it may not hold in the critical moment of a crash. When ordering an extender, only order one that provides the necessary additional length to fasten the seat belt properly. Please contact your Authorized Mazda Dealer for more information.

WARNING

Unnecessary Use of an Extender: Using a seat belt extender when not necessary is dangerous. The seat belt will be too long and not fit properly. In an accident, the seat belt will not provide adequate protection and you could be seriously injured. Only use the extender when it is required to fasten the seat belt properly.

WARNING

Using an Extender That is Too Long: Using an extender that is too long is dangerous. The seat belt will not fit properly. In an accident, the seat belt will not provide adequate protection and you could be seriously injured. Don't use the extender or choose one shorter in length if the distance between the extender's buckle and the center of the user's body is less than 15cm (6 in).

NOTE

When not in use, remove the seat belt extender and store it in the vehicle. If the seat belt extender is left connected, the seat belt extender might get damaged as it will not retract with the rest of the seat belt and can easily fall out of the door when not in use and be damaged the seat belt warning light will not illuminate and function properly.

Using an Improper Extender: Using a seat belt extender that is for another person or a different vehicle or seat is dangerous. The seat belt will not provide adequate protection and the user could be seriously injured in an accident. Only use the extender provided for you and for the particular vehicle and seat. NEVER use the extender in a different vehicle or seat.

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Essential Safety Equipment

Seat Belt Systems

Seat Belt Warning Light/Beep

The seat belt warning light illuminates and a beep sound will be heard if the driver's seat belt is not fastened when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.

Conditions of operation

Condition Result

The driver's seat belt is not fastened when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.

The driver's seat belt is fastened while the warning light and the beep sound are activated.

The driver's seat belt is fastened before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.

The warning light flashes and a beep sound will be heard for about 6 seconds.

The warning light turns off and the beep sound stops.

The warning light will not illuminate and the beep sound will not be heard.

Driver's seat

The belt minder is a supplemental warning to the seat belt warning function. If the driver's seat belt is not fastened when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, the warning light/beep operates to give you further reminders according to the chart below.

Vehicle speed

Condition

Seat belt

Indicator

Beep

: Fastened : Unfastened : Illuminated : Flashing : Beep

Between 0 ― 20

km/h

(0 ― 12 mph)

20 km/h

(12 mph) or

Once the beep sound is heard, it continues sounding even if the vehicle speed lowers to 20 km/h (12 mph) or less until the seatbelt is fast ened or the beep sound period (90 seconds) has passed.

qBelt Minder

NOTE

The belt minder can be deactivated. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer to deactivate and restore the seat belt minder.

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Seat Belt Systems

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Front passenger seat

The seat belt warning light/beep reminds the front passenger to fasten the seat belt. If the front passenger seat belt is not fastened when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, the warning light/beep operates to give you further reminders according to the chart below.

Vehicle speed

Condition

Seat belt (Driver)

Seat belt (Passenger)

Indicator

Beep

: Fastened : Unfastened : Illuminated : Flashing : Beep

Between 0 ― 20

km/h

(0 ― 12 mph)

20 km/h

(12 mph) or

Once the beep sound is heard, it continues sounding even if the vehicle speed lowers to 20 km/h (12 mph) or less until the seatbelt is fast ened or the beep sound period (90 seconds) has passed.

NOTE

To allow the front passenger seat weight sensor to function properly, do not place and sit on an additional seat cushion on the front passenger seat. The sensor may not function properly because the additional seat cushion could cause sensor interference.

Packages or pets on the passenger seat might give you a false warning. If you place heavy luggage of more than approximately 15 kg (33 lb) on the front passenger seat, the warning light/beep operates.

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Essential Safety Equipment

Child Restraint

Child Restraint Precautions

Mazda strongly urges the use of child-restraint systems for children small enough to use them.

You are required by law to use a child-restraint system for children in the U.S. and Canada. Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirements regarding the safety of children riding in your vehicle.

Whatever child-restraint system you consider, please pick the appropriate one for the age and size of the child, obey the law and follow the instructions that come with the individual child-restraint system.

A child who has outgrown child-restraint systems should use seat belts, both lap and shoulder. If the shoulder belt crosses the neck or face, move the child closer to the center of the vehicle .

A rear-facing child-res traint system should NEVER be used on the passenger seat with the air bag system activated. If a small child or infant in the passenger seat ― particularly a child secured in a rearfacing child-restraint system ― it is critically important that you consciously deactivate the passenger air bag and not simply rely on the passenger air bag deactivation indicator light being turned on at all times. In a collision, the force of an air bag slamming the childrestraint system rearwards could result in death to the child even if the child is properly belted. Be alert to the operation of the indicator light and BE SURE THE PASSENGER AIR BAG IS ALWAYS DEACTIVATED AS INDICATED BY PASSENGER AIR BAG DEACTIVATION INDICATOR LIGHT.

Passenger air bag deactivation indicator light

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Child Restraint

To reduce the chance of injuries caused by the deployment of the passenger air bag, there are two methods to deactivate the passenger air bag for a child's safety as follows ― however the surest way to avoid the passenger air bag not deploying is to use the key and turn off the passenger air bag and not rely on the passenger seat weight sensors, which will also detect other loads or objects on and around the passenger seat;

Passenger air bag deactivation switch

This switch should be used to deactivate the passenger front and side air bags and also the passenger seat belt pretensioner system if installing a child-restraint system is installed on the passenger seat. Make sure the front passenger air bag deactivation switch is in the ON position except when a child-restraint system is installed on the front passenger seat. Refer to Passenger Air Bag Deactivation Switch on page 2-30.

Passenger seat weight sensors

These sensors deactivate the passenger front and side air bags and also the passenger seat belt pretensioner system when the total seated weight on the passenger seat is less than approximately 30 kg (66 lb). When an infant or small child is seated on the passenger seat, the system shuts off the passenger air bag, so make sure the passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates. Refer to Passenger seat weight sensors on page 2-36.

LATCH Child-Restraint System

We have installed lower LATCH anchor points for LATCH style booster seats and infant carriers that work without tethers only. Any other child-restraint system that has an upper tether cannot be used in this vehicle because there is no tether anchor. A child-restraint system with a tether cannot be properly mounted in this vehicle unless the child restraint manufacturer provides instructions on mounting the child-res traint system with only seat belts in automatic locking mode. Even then, without a tether, the child-restraint system may move forward more easily in seat belts, further degrading the safety provided if you were to put the child restraint in a tether anchor equipped rear seat of another vehicle. The seat and head restraint is designed for maximum adult space utilization in this vehicle. Do not try to secure the tether to something else in the vehicle, as too much slack will result and the serious risk of injury or death to the child. Use the seat belts to properly secure the nontethered child-restraint systems other than the LATCH booster seats and non-tethered infant carriers. Turn off the passenger air bag deactivation switch. To expose and use the lower LATCH anchor points, which are affixed to the body and not the seat, slide the seat all the way rearward which is the optimal vehicle seat position for all children in this two seat car.

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Child Restraint

WARNING

Proper Size of Child-Restraint System: For effective protection in vehicle accidents and sudden stops, a child must be properly restrained using a seat belt or child-restraint system depending on age and size. If not, the child could be seriously injured or even killed in an accident.

Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions and Always Keep the Child-Restraint System Buckled Down: An unsecured child-restraint system is dangerous. In a sudden stop or a collision it could move causing serious injury or death to the child or other occupants. Make sure any child-restraint system is properly secured in place according to the child-restraint system manufacturer's instructions. When not in use, remove it from the vehicle or fasten it with a seat belt, or latch it down to BOTH LATCH lower anchors for LATCH child-restraint systems.

Holding a Child While the Vehicle is Moving: Holding a child in your arms while the vehicle is moving is extremely dangerous. No matter how strong the person may be, he or she cannot hold onto a child in a sudden stop or collision and it could result in serious injury or death to the child or other occupants. Even in a moderate accident, the child may be exposed to air bag forces that could result in serious injury or death to the child, or the child may be slammed into the adult, injuring the adult. Always secure a child in a proper child-restraint system.

Rear-Facing Child-Restraint System: Seating a child in a rear-facing child-restraint system that is installed on the passenger seat with the passenger air bag deactivation indicator light not illuminated is extremely dangerous. In an accident, a air bag could inflate and cause serious injuries or even death to the child seated in the rear-facing child-restraint system. When using a rear-facing child-restraint system, always make sure the passenger air bag deactivation indicator light is illuminated by using the key to turn the passenger air bag off. Refer to Passenger Air Bag Deactivation Switch on page 2-30. Refer to Passenger seat weight sensors on page 2-36.

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WARNING

Seating Children in a Child-Restraint System on the Passenger Seat: This vehicle is equipped with both a passenger seat weight sensor and a passenger an air bag deactivation indicator light (page 2-36). Even with the passenger seat weight sensors, seating a child in a child-restraint system on the passenger seat under the following conditions increases the danger of the passenger air bag deploying and could result in serious injury or death to the child. These are among the reasons why the passenger air bag should be turned off by using the key.

The total seate d weight of the child with the child-restraint system on the passenger seat is approximately 30 kg (66 lb) or more with a child in the child-restraint system.

Luggage or other items are placed on the seat with the child in the child-restraint system.

The seat is washed.

Liquids are spilled on the seat.

The passenger seat is moved backward, and it is pushed into luggage or other items placed behind it.

Luggage or other items are placed between the passenger seat and center console.

Any accessories which might increa se the total seated weight on the passenger seat are attached to the passenger seat.

Children and Seating Position with Side Air Bag: Allowing anyone to lean over or against the door is dangerous. If the vehicle is equipped with side air bags, the impact of an inflating side air bag could cause serious injury or death to the person. Children are more likely to sleep in the vehicle; when they do, they are more at risk in the passenger's seat that has a side air bag because they may slump over into the path of the seatback-mounted air bag. Furthermore, leaning over or against the doors could block the side air bag and eliminate the advantages of supplemental protection. Because the side air bag deploys from the outboard shoulder of the seat, do not allow the child to lean over or against the side window, even if the child is seated in a child-restraint system.

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WARNING

Child-Restraint Tether: Using a child-restraint system that requires a tether is dangerous. Your Mazda doesn't have a child-restraint tether. The child-restraint system cannot be properly secured. In a collision, it could move and cause serious injury or even death to the child or someone else. Always use a child-restraint system designed for use without a tether.

CAUTION

A seat belt or child-restraint system can become very hot when exposed to direct sunlight during warm weather. To avoid burning yourself or a child, check them before you or your child touches them.

NOTE

Your Mazda is equipped with LATCH lower anchors for attachment of specially designed LATCH child-restraint systems behind the passenger seat that slide through the passenger seat when it is in the fully rearward position. When using these anchors to secure a child-restraint system, refer to “LATCH Child-Restraint Systems” (page 2-23).

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Installing a ChildRestraint System

The passenger lap/shoulder belt can easily be converted into the automatic locking mode, which must be done to hold the child-restraint system. Some child-restraint systems also employ specially designed LATCH attachments; refer to “LATCH Child-Restraint Systems” (page 2-23). Follow these manufacturer's instructions when installing a child-restraint system on the passenger's seat, unless you are attaching a LATCH-equipped childrestraint system to the LATCH lower anchors. Refer to “LATCH ChildRestraint Systems” (page 2-23).

NOTE

Follow the child-restraint system manufacturer's instructions carefully. If you are not sure whether you have a LATCH system, check in the childrestraint system manufacturer's instructions and follow them accordingly. Depending on the type of child-restraint system, it may not employ seat belts which are in automatic locking mode, however if it uses an upper tether, it may not be mounted properly in this vehicle as there is no safe way to anchor the tether. Confirm whether the child-restraint system can be used with seat belts by reading the chil d-restraint system manufacturer's instructions.

Before installing a child-restraint system, make sure the passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminated by using the key to turn the passenger air bag off. Refer to Passenger seat weight sensors on page 2-36. Refer to Passenger Air Bag Deactivation Switch on page 2-30.

1. Make sure to remove articles from behind the passenger seat that would prevent the seat from sliding back fully, and then slide the seat as far back as possible.

2. Secure the child-restraint system with the lap portion of the lap/shoulder belt. See the instruct ions on the childrestraint system for belt routing instructions.

3. To get the retractor into the automatic locking mode, pull the shoulder belt portion of the seat belt until the entire length of the belt is out of the retractor.

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4. Push the child-restraint system firmly into the vehicl e seat. Be sure the belt retracts as snugly as possible. Clicking from the retr actor will be heard during retraction if the system is in automatic locking mode. If the belt does not lock the seat down tight, repeat this step.

5. Make sure the passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates by using the key to turn the passenger air bag off after installing a childrestraint system on the passenger seat.

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WARNING

Rear-Facing Child-Restraint System: Seating a child in a rear-facing childrestraint system that is installed on the passenger seat with the passenger air bag deactivation indicator light not illuminated is extremely dangerous. In an accident, a air bag could inflate and cause serious injuries or even death to the child seated in the rearfacing child-restraint system. When using a rear-facing child-restraint system, always make sure the passenger air bag deactivation indicator light is illuminated by using the key to turn the passenger air bag off. Refer to Passenger seat weight sensors on page 2-36. Refer to Passenger Air Bag Deactivation Switch on page 2-30.

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NOTE

Inspect this function before each use of the child-restraint system. You should not be able to pull the shoulder belt out of the retractor while the system is in the automatic locking mode. When you remove the child-restraint system, be sure the belt fully retracts to return the system to emergency locking mode before occupants use the seat belts.

Follow the child-restraint system manufacturer's instructions carefully. Depending on the type of childrestraint system, it may not employ seat belts which are in automatic locking mode, however if it uses an upper tether, it may not be mounted properly in this vehicle as there is no safe way to anchor the tether. Confirm whether the child-restraint system can be used with seat belts by reading the chil d-restraint system manufacturer's instructions.

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LATCH Child-Restraint System

Your Mazda is equipped with LATCH lower anchors for attachment of specially designed LATCH child-restraint systems behind the passenger seat that slide through the passenger seat when it is in the fully rearward position. Only LATCH booster seats and infant carriers without upper tethers can be used in this position, as there is no good place to anchor the tether due to this vehicle's design. Both anchors must be used when installing these lower anchor only child-restraint systems, otherwise the seat will bounce around and put the child in danger.

WARNING

Manufacturer's Instructions for Child-Restraint System: An unsecured child-restraint system is dangerous. In a sudden stop or a collision it could move causing serious injury or death to the child or other occupants. Make sure any child-restraint system does not rely on an upper tether and then properly secure those non-tethered seats according to the child-restraint system manufacturer's instructions.

Unsecured Child-Restraint System: An unsecured child-restraint system is dangerous. In a sudden stop or a collision it could move causing serious injury or death to the child or other occupants. Follow the child-restraint system manufacturer's instructions on belt routing to secure the seat just as you would with a child in it so that nobody is tempted to put a child in an improperly secured seat late r on. When not in use, remove it from the vehicle or fasten it with a seat belt, or latch it down to BOTH LATCH lower anchors for LATCH childrestraint systems.

LATCH Child-Restraint Systems: Not following the child-restraint system manufacturer's instructions when installing the child-restraint system is dangerous. If seat belts or a foreign object prevent the child-restraint system from being securely attached to the LATCH lower anchors and the child-restraint system is installed improperly, the child-restraint system could move in a sudden stop or collision causing serious injury or death to the child or other occupants. When installing the child-restraint system, make sure there are no seat belts or foreign objects near or around the LATCH lower anchors. Always follow the child-restraint system manufacturer's instructions.

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Installation Procedure

1. Make sure to remove articles from behind the passenger seat that would prevent the seat from sliding back fully, and then slide the seat as far back as possible to insert the LATCH lower anchors between the seat bottom and the seatback.

2. Expand the area between the seat bottom and the seatback slightly to verify the locations of the LATCH lower anchors.

3. Secure the child-restraint system using BOTH LATCH lower anchors, following the child-restraint system manufacturer's instruction, however if it uses an upper tether, it may not be mounted properly in this vehicle as there is no safe way to anchor the tether. Confirm whether the childrestraint system can be used with seat belts by reading the child-restraint system manufacturer's instructions.

4. Make sure the passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates by using the key to turn the passenger air bag off after installing a childrestraint system on the passenger seat.

NOTE

The markings above the LATCH lower anchors indicate the locations of the LATCH lower anchors for the attachment of a child-restraint system.

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Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Precautions

The front and side supplemental restraint systems (SRS) include up to 4 air bags (verify “SRS AIRBAG” location indicator marks). They are located in:

The steering wheel hub (driver air bag)

The passenger dashboard (passenger air bag)

The outboard sides of the seatbacks (side air bags)

These systems operate independently depending on the type of accident encountered; if you have side air bags, the side air bags are not likely to deploy on both sides in the same accident because a vehicle is not often hit from both sides. The side air bags and the frontal air bag system will not normally deploy during the same type of accident unless a combination of frontal and side impacts occur.

The air bag supplemental restraint systems are designed to provide supplemental protection in certain situations, so seat belts are always important in the following ways:

Without seat belt usage, the air bags cannot provide adequate protection during an accident. Seat belt usage is necessary to:

Keep the occupant from being thrown into an inflating air bag.

Reduce the possibility of injuries during an accident that is not designed for air bag inflation, such as roll-over or rear impact.

Reduce the possibility of injuries in frontal or side collisions that are not severe enough to activate the air bags.

Reduce the possibility of being thrown from your vehicle.

Reduce the possibility of injuries to lower body and legs during an accident because the air bags provide no protection to these parts of the body.

Hold the driver in a position which allows better control of the vehicle.

Small children must be protected by a child-restraint system as stipulated by law in every state and province. In certain states and provinces, larger children must use a child-restraint system (page 2-15). Carefully consider which child-restraint system is necess ary for your child and follow the installation directions in this Owner's Manual as well as the child-restraint system manufacturer's instructions.

Do not use a child-restraint system which employs an upper tether because there is no appropriate means to anchor the tether.

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WARNING

Air Bags without Seat Belts: Depending only on the air bags for protection during an accident is dangerous. Alone, air bags may not prevent serious injuries. The appropriate air bags can be expected to inflate only in the first collision with frontal, near frontal or side forces that are at least moderate. Vehicle occupants should always wear seat belts.

Seating Position with Front Air Bags: Sitting too close to the air bag modules or placing hands or feet on them is extremely dangerous. Front air bags inflate with great force and speed. Serious injuries could occur if someone is too close. The driver should always hold onto only the rim of the steering wheel. The front seat passenger should keep both feet on the floor. Seat occupants should adjust their seats as far back as possible and always sit upright against the seatbacks with seat belts worn properly.

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WARNING

Seating Position with Side Air Bags: Sitting too close to the side air bag modules or placing hands on them is extremely dangerous. A side air bag inflates with great force and speed directly out of the outboard shoulder of the seat and expands along the door on the side the car is hit. Serious injury could occur if someone is sitting too close to the door or leaning against a window in the seats. Furthermore, sleeping up against the door or hanging out the driver's-side window while driving could block the side air bag and eliminate the advantages of supplemental protection. Give the side air bags room to work by sitting in the center of the seat while the vehicle is moving with seat belts worn properly.

Front Air Bag Modules Located in the Steering Wheel Hub and the Dashboard: Attaching an object to the front air bag modules or placing something in front of them is dangerous. In an accident, the object could interfere with front air bag inflation and injure the occupants. Always keep the front air bag modules free of objects.

Side Air Bag Modules: Attaching things to the seat in such a way as to cover the outboard side of the seat in any way is dangerous. In an accident the object could interfere with the side air bag, which inflates from the outboard side of the seats, impeding the added protection of the side air bag system or redirecting the air bag in a way that is dangerous. Furthermore, the bag could be cut open spewing exhaust. Never use seat covers on the seats. Always keep the side air bag modules in your seats free to deploy in the event of a side collision.

Hot Air Bag Inflators: Hot air bag inflators are dangerous. Immediately after inflation, the inflators in the steering wheel, dashboard or the seatbacks are very hot. You could get burned. Don't touch the internal components of the air bag modules after the bags have inflated.

Installation of Front-End Equipment: Installation of front-end equipment, such as frontal protection bar (kangaroo bar, bull bar, push bar, etc.), snowplow, or winches, is dangerous. The air bag crash sensor system could be affected. This could cause air bags to inflate unexpecte dly, or it could prevent the air bags from inflating during an accident. Occupants could be seriously injured. Never install any front-end equipment to your vehicle.

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WARNING

Suspension Adjustment: Adjusting the vehicle suspension is dangerous. If the vehicle's height or the suspension is changed, the vehicle will be unable to accurately detect a collision resulting in incorrect or unexpected air bag deployment and the possibility of serious injuries.

Modification of the Supplemental Restraint System: Modifying the components or wiring of the supplemental restraint system is dangerous. You could accidentally activate it or make it inoperable. Don't make any modifications to the supplemental restraint system. This includes installing trim, badges, or anythi ng else over the air bag modules. It also includes installing extra electrical equipment on or near system components or wiring. An Authorized Mazda Dealer can provide the special care needed in the removal and installation of front seats. It is important to protect the air bag wiring and connections to assure that the bags do not accidentally deploy, the driver seat slide position sensor and front passenger seat weight sensors are not damaged and that the seats retain an undamaged air bag connection.

NOTE

When an air bag deploys, a loud inflation noise can be heard and some smoke will be released. Neither is likely to cause injury, however, the texture of the air bags may cause light skin injuries on body parts not covered with clothing through friction.

Should you sell your Mazda, we urge you to tell the new owner of its air bag systems and that familiarization with all instructions about them, from the Owner's Manual, is important.

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WARNING

Unnecessary Deactivation of Passenger Air Bag: Unnecessary deactivation of the passenger air bag is dangerous. If turned off unnecessarily, the passenger will not receive the added protection of the air bag. Serious injuries or even death could occur. With the exception of passengers fitting the categories described below, do not turn the air bag deactivation switch to the OFF position.

Your vehicle is equipped with a passenger air bag deactivation switch. The switch is located in the position shown in the figure below. The switch must be used to deactivate the passenger front and side air bags and the passenger seat belt pretensioner system when the occupant of the passenger seat fits into one of the following categories (as described in the request form for the air bag on-off switch, the appendix B to part 595 of National Highway Traffic Safety Administration [NHTSA]):

Infants (less than one year old; for all types of restraint, but particularly the rear-facing child restraint.)

Children aged 1 to 12

People with certain medical conditions which, according to his/her physician, could be adversely affected by air-bag activation

For more government relea se information on air bag deactivation, contact your Authorized Mazda Dealer for the occupant categories as described in the request form for the air bag deactivation switch in the NHTSA rules. The air bag deactivation switch turns off the passenger air bag. Make sure the passenger air bag deactivation switch is in the ON position except when a passenger fitting the previous categories occupies the front passenger seat.

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Passenger Air Bag Operation

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Indicator Light

When the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, the passenger air bag deactivation indicator light comes on for about 6 seconds. If the passenger air bag deactivation switch is in the OFF position, the indicator light remains on to warn that the passenger air bag has been deactivated.

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SRS Air Bags

In addition to using the key to deactivate the passenger air bag, the passenger air bag is also deactivated and the passenger air bag deactivation indicator light is illuminated automatically when the total seated weight on the passenger seat is less than 30 kg (66 lb).

NOTE

Have the passenger air bag deactivation switch inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer if any of these conditions occur:

The indicator light does not illuminate when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.

The indicator light does not remain on when the ignition switch is in the ON position and the passenger air bag deactivation switch is in the OFF position.

The indicator remains on when the ignition switch is in the ON position and the passenger air bag deactivation switch is in the ON position.

To Deactivate the Passenger Air Bag

Before driving, always confirm that the passenger air bag deactivation switch is in the appropriate position according to your requirements (page 2-30).

WARNING

Do not leave the Key in the Passenger Air Bag Deactivation Switch: Unintentional deactivation of the passenger air bag is dangerous. In an accident, the passeng er will not be properly protected. Serious injuries or even death could occur. To avoid unintentional deactivation, always use the same key to operate the passenger air bag deactivation switch and the ignition switch, that way you won't leave the key in the passenger air bag deactivation switch.

1. Insert the key into the passenger air bag deactivation switch and turn the key clockwise until the key points to OFF.

2. Remove the key.

3. Make sure the air bag deactivation indicator light remains illuminated when the ignition is in the ON position.

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The passenger front and side air bag will remain deactivated until the passenger air bag deactivation switch is turned to the ON position.

qTo Ready the Passenger Air Bag

Before driving, always confirm that the passenger air bag deactivation switch is in the appropriate position according to your requirements (page 2-30).

1. Insert the key into the passenger air bag deactivation switch and turn the key counterclockwise until the key points to ON.

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2. Remove the key.

3. Make sure the air bag deactivation indicator light turns off after the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.

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Supplemental Restraint System Components

The supplemental restraint systems (SRS) have two basic subsystems:

The air bag system with inflators and air bags.

The electrical system with crash sensors and diagnostic module.

The air bags are mounted in the following locations:

The steering wheel hub

The passenger dashboard

The outboard sides of the seatbacks

The air bags are out of sight until activated.

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How the Air Bags Work

qHow the Front Air Bags Work

When air bag crash sensors detect a frontal impact of greater than moderate force, an electrical current is sent to the inflators. Gases are produce d to inflate the front air bags and after the inflation, the front air bags quickly deflate. The front air bags will function only once. After that, the front air bags will not work

again and must be replaced.

Only an Authorized Mazda Dealer can replace the system components.

The front air bags will deploy only in a frontal or frontal offset impact.

Driver seat slide position sensor

Your vehicle is equipped with a driver seat slide sensor as a part of the supplemental restraint system. The sensor is located under the driver seat. The sensor determines whether the driver seat is fore or aft of a reference position and sends the seat position to the crash sensors and diagnostic module (SAS unit). The sensor is also designed to control the deployment of the driver air bag depending on how close the driver seat is to the steering wheel.

The air bag/ seat belt pretensioner system warning light flashes if the sensor has a possible malfunction (page 2-44).

Passenger seat weight sensors

Your vehicle is also equipped with the passenger air bag deactivation indicator light. The deactivation indicator light illuminates when the key is used to turn the passenger air bag off or the automatic function operates based on the passenger seat weight sensors. These sensors are located under both of the passenger seat rails. These sensors determine the total seated weight on the passenger seat. The sensors are also designed to prevent the passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner system from inflating if the total seated weight is less than approximately 30 kg (66 lb).

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SRS Air Bags

To reduce the chance of injuries caused by deployment of the passenger air bag, the system deactivates the passenger front and side air bags and also the seat belt pretensioner system when:

There is no passenger in the passenger seat. (The passenger air bag deactivation indicator light does not illuminate.)

The total seated weight on the passenger seat is less than approximately 30 kg (66 lb). (The passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates.)

This system shuts off the passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner system, so make sure the passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates according to the chart below.

The air bag/ seat belt pretensioner system warning light flashes and the passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates if the sensors have a possible malfunction. If this happens, the passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner system will not deploy.

Passenger air bag deactivation indicator light

This indicator light illuminates to remind you that the passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner will not deploy during a collision.

If the passenger weight sensors are normal, the indicator light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. After about 6 seconds it goes out.

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The passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates or is off under the following conditions:

Total seated weight on the

passenger seat

Empty (Not occupied)

Less than approx. 30 kg (66 lb)

Approx. 42 kg (93 lb) or more

If the passenger air bag has been deactivated using the key, the passenger air bag deactivation indicator light will remain illuminated as long you leave the passenger air bag turned off, and the chart above no longer applies. Refer to Passenger air bag deactivation switch on page 2-30. * If the passenger seat belt is buckled, the passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates, however this

does not indicate a malfunction.

If the passenger air bag deactivation indicator light does not illuminate when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and does not illuminate as indicated in the above chart, do not allow a child to sit in the passenger seat and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. The system may not work properly in an accident. You must deactivate the passenger air bag using the key (page 2-30) and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

Passenger air bag

deactivation indicator light

OFF OFF OFF

ON OFF OFF

OFF ON ON

Passenger front and side

air bags

Passenger seat belt pretensioner system

WARNING

Decreasing the Total Seated Weight on the Passenger Seat: When an adult or large child sits on the passenger seat, decreasing the total seated weight on the passenger seat from the total seated weight of approximately 42 kg (93 lb) required for air bag deployment is dangerous. The passenger seat weight sensors will detect the reduced total seated weight condition and the passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner system will not deploy during an accide nt. The passenger will not have the supplementary protection of the air bag, which could result in seriou s injury. Decreasing the total seated weight on the passenger seat from the total seated weight of approximately 42 kg (93 lb) could result in an air bag not deploying under the following conditions, for example:

Luggage or other items placed under the passenger seat or between the passeng er seat and center console that push up the passenger seat bottom.

The passenger seat occupant sits in a manner such that the occupant's entire weight is not placed on the seat sitting too close to the door.

Any accessories which might decreas e the total seated weight on the passenger seat

are attached to the passenger seat. The passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner systems will deactivate if the total seated weight on the passenger seat is close to 30 kg (66 lb) and they will reactivate before the weight exceeds 42 kg (93 lb).

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WARNING

Increasing the Total Seated Weight on the Passenger Seat: When an infant or small child sits on the passenger seat, increasing the total seated weight on the passenger seat from the total seated weight of approximately 30 kg (66 lb) is dangerous. The passenger seat weight sensors will detect the increased total seated weight, which could result in the unexpected deployment of the passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner system in an accident and serious injury. Increasing the total seated weight on the passenger seat beyond the total seated weight of approximately 30 kg (66 lb) could result in the passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner system deployment in an accident under the following conditions, for example:

The total seate d weight of the child with the child-restraint system on the passenger seat is approximately 30 kg (66 lb) or more.

Luggage or other items are placed on the seat with the child in the child-restraint system.

The seat is washed.

Liquids are spilled on the seat.

The passenger seat is moved backward, and it is pushed into luggage or other items placed behind it.

Luggage or other items are placed between the passenger seat and center console.

Any accessories which might increa se the total seated weight on the passenger seat

To assure proper deployment of the front air bag and to prevent damage to the sensors

in the seat bottoms:

Do not place sharp objects on the seat bottoms or leave heavy luggage on them.

Do not spill any liquids on the seats or under the seats.

To allow the sensors to function properly, always perform the following:

Adjust the seats as far back as possible and always sit upright against the seatbacks with seat belts worn properly.

If you place your child on the passenger seat, secure the child-restraint system properly and slide the passenger seat as far back as possible.

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NOTE

The system requires about 10 seconds to alternate between turning the passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner system on or off.

The passenger air bag deactivation indicator light may illuminate repeatedly if luggage or other items are put on the passenger seat, or if the temperature of the vehicle's interior changes suddenly.

The passenger air bag deactivation indicator light may illuminate for 10 seconds if the total seated weight on the passenger seat changes.

You must deactivate the passenger air bag using the key (page 2-30) and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

Driver and passenger buckle switches

The buckle switches on the seat belts detect whether or not the seat belts are securely fastened and further control the deployment of the air bags.

qHow the Side Air Bags Work

When air bag crash sensors detect a side impact of greater than moderate force, an electrical current is sent to the inflators. Gases are produce d to inflate the side air bags and after the inflation, the side air bags quickly deflate. The side air bags will function only once. After that, the side air bags will not work again and must be replaced. Only an Authorized Mazda Dealer can replace the systems.

The side air bag will deploy only on the side the vehicle receives the force of the impact.

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WARNING

Damaged Side and Curtain Air Bag Wiring under the Seats: Placing luggage or other objects under the seats is dangerous. The side air bag wiring could be damaged, and in the event of a side collision, the side air bags may not deploy, which could result in death or serious injury. To prevent damage to the side air bag wiring, do not place luggage or other objects under the seats.

qAir Bag Activation/Deactivation

NOTE

If the passenger seat weight sensors detect a total seated weight on the passenger seat is less than approxi mately 42 kg (93 lb), the passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner may not inflate (page 2-36).

Front air bag activation

A greater than moderate impact will cause the front air bags to inflate in the following cases:

Hitting a soli d wall straight on at greater than about 22 km/h (14 mph).

Hitting a curb, pavement edge or hard object.

Landing hard or the vehicle falling.

Frontal impact within about a 30 degree range from head-on to the vehicle.

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Driving into a big hole or hitting the far side of a hole.

Limitations to front air bag activation

Depending on the severity of impact, the front air bags may not inflate in the following cases:

Impacts involving trees or poles cause severe cosmetic damage but may not have enough stopping force to activate the air bag.

Frontal offset impact to the vehicle may not provide the stopping force necessary for air bag deployment.

Rear-ending or running under a truck's tail gate may not provide the stopping force necessary for air bag deployment.

Non-activation of front air bags

Front air bags will not normally inflate in the following cases:

Collision from the rear.

Impact to the side, but it may deploy the side air bags.

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Side air bag activation

Greater than moderate impact to one side of the vehicle (driver or passenger side areas) will cause a side air bag on that side to inflate, but it will not normally deploy the front air bags.

Limitations to side air bag activation

Depending on the severity of impact, a side air bag may not inflate in the following cases:

Frontal offset impact may not provide enough side impact to deploy the side air bags.

Vehicle roll-over may not provide enough side force to deploy the side air bags.

Side impacts with two-wheeled vehicles may not provide enough force to deploy the side air bags.

Non-activation of side air bag

A side air bag will not normally inflate in the following cases:

Collision from the rear.

Side impacts involving trees or poles can cause severe cosmetic damage but may not have enough impact force to activate the side air bags.

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qConstant Monitoring

The following components of the air bag systems are monitored by a diagnostic system:

SAS unit

Crash sensor

Air bag modules

Side crash sensors

Seat belt pretensioners

Related wiring

Front passenger air bag deactivation

switch

Driver seat slide position sensor

Front passenger seat weight sensors

Driver and front passenger seat belt buckle switches

The diagnostic module continuously monitors the system's readiness. This begins when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and continues while the vehicle is being driven.

qAir Bag/Seat Belt Pretensioner

System Warning Light

WARNING

qMaintenance

The air bag systems do not require regular maintenance. But if any of the following occurs, take your vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible:

The air bag system warning light flashes.

The air bag system warning light remains illuminated.

The air bag system warning light does not illuminate when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.

The air bags have deployed.

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Passenger air bag deactivation indicator light does not illuminate when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position or does not illuminate as indicated in the chart or when you manually deactivate the passenger air bag with the key. For more details about passenger air bag deactivation, refer to:

Passenger seat weight sensors (page 2-36)

Passenger air bag deactivation switch (page 2-30)

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WARNING

Air Bag Disposal: Improper disposal of an air bag or a vehicle with live air bags in it can be extremely dangerous. Unless all safety procedures are followed, injur y can result. Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer how to safely dispose of an air bag or how to scrap an air bag equipped vehicle.

NOTE

WARNING

Damaged Air Bag/Seat Belt Pretensioner System Components: Expended or damaged air bag or seat belt pretensioner units must be replaced after any collision which caused them to deploy or damage them. Only a trained Authorized Mazda Dealer can fully evaluate these systems to see that they will work in the next acciden t. Driving with an expended or damaged air bag or pretensioner units will provi de you reduced protection in the next accident and you could be injured or killed.

Removing Interior Parts: Removing any components such as the seats(if side air bags are equipped), dashboard, the steering wheel or parts containing air bag parts or sensors is dangerous. These parts contain essential air bag components. The air bag could accidentally activate and cause serious injuries. Always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer remove these parts.

If it becomes necessary to have the components or wiring system for the supplementary restraint system modified to accommodate a person with certain medical conditions in accordance with a certifie d physician, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer, refer to “Customer Assistance (U.S.A.)” (page 9-2).

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Explanation of basic operations and controls; opening/closing and adjustment of various parts.

Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System ............................... 3-2

Advanced Keys

Operation Using Advanced Keyless Functions ......................... 3-7

Operation Using Advanced Key Functions ............................. 3-14

Advanced Key Suspend Function ........................................... 3-17

Warning and Beep Sounds ...................................................... 3-18

Setting Change (Function Customization) .............................. 3-20

User Mis-Operation Warning Indicators ................................. 3-21

Doors and Locks ......................................................................... 3-22

Keys (without Advanced Key) ................................................ 3-22

Keyless Entry System (with Retractable Type Key)

Door Locks ............................................................................. 3-28

Trunk Lid ................................................................................ 3-31

Inside Trunk Release Lever ..................................................... 3-34

Power Windows ............... ....................................................... 3-35

Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap ........................................................... 3-37

Hood ....................................................................................... 3-38

Convertible Top ...................................................................... 3-40

...................................................................... 3-2

............ 3-23

Security System ........................................................................... 3-45

Immobilizer System (with Advanced Key) ............................. 3-45

Immobilizer System (without Advanced Key) ........................ 3-48

Theft-Deterrent System

Steering Wheel and Mirrors ...................................................... 3-53

Steering Wheel ........................................................................ 3-53

Mirrors .................................................................................... 3-53

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Advanced Keys

The advanced keyless functions (advanced keyless entry and start system) enables the following operations while the advanced key is being carried (page 3-7).

Locking/unlocking the doors without operating the key.

Starting the engine without operating the key.

The advanced key enables additional functions other than those with the advanced keyless functions (page 3-14).

The following operations are possible using the keyless entry system from a distance (Lock/Unlock/Trunk button/Panic button):

Locking/unlocking the doors.

Opening the trunk lid.

Turning on the alarm.

Locking/unlocking the doors, opening the trunk lid, or starting the engine using the auxiliary key.

WARNING

Keys and Children: Leaving children in a vehicle with the key is dangerous. This could result in someone being badly injured or even killed. Children will be most intrigued by this fascinating system. They could play with power windows or other controls, or even make the vehicle move. Don't leave the keys in your vehicle with children and keep them in a place where your children will not find or play with them.

Use of Advanced Key Near Medical Equipment: Radio waves from the advanced key may affect medical equipment such as pacemakers. Before using the advanced key near people who use medical equipment, ask the medical equipment manufacturer or your physician if radio waves from the advanced key will affect the equipment.

NOTE

The driver must carry the advanced key to ensure the system functions properly.

Refer to Immobilizer System (page 3-45) for information regarding keys and engine starting.

(With theft-deterrent system)

Refer to Theft-Deterrent System (page 3-51) for information regarding keys and the prevention of vehicle and vehicle contents theft.

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Lock button

Unlock button

Operation indicator light

Key code number plate

Auxiliary key

A code number is stamped on the plate attached to the key set; detach this plate and store it in a safe place (not in the vehicle) for use if you need to make a replacement key.

Also write down the code number and keep it in another safe and handy place, but not in the vehicle.

If your key is lost, consult your Authorized Mazda Dealer with the code number ready.

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CAUTION

Because the advanced key uses low-intensity radio waves, it may not function correctly under the foll owing condition s:

The advanced key is carried with communication devices such as cellular phones.

The advanced key contacts or is covered by a metal object.

The advanced key is near electronic devices such as personal computers.

Non-Mazda genuine electronic equipment is installed in the vehicle.

If the vehicle is near equipment such as wireless pay devices installed at certain gas stations.

The advanced key may consume battery power excessively if it receives highintensity radio waves. Do not place the advanced key near electronic devices such as televisions or personal computers.

To avoid damage to the advanced key, DO NOT:

Drop the advanced key.

Get the advanced key wet.

Disassemble the advanced key.

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

Place heavy o bjects on the advanced key.

Put the advanced key in an ultrasonic cleaner.

Put any magnetized objects close to the advanced key.

NOTE

Battery life is about one year. Replace the battery when the KEY indicator light (green) illuminates in the instrument cluster.

Additional advanced keys can be obtained at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Up to 6 advanced keys can be used with the advanced keyless functions per vehicle.

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qAdvanced Key Maintenance

CAUTION

Make sure the battery is installed

with the correct pole facing upward.

Battery leakage could occur if it is

not installed correctly.

When replacing the battery, be

careful not to bend the electrical

terminals or get oil on them. Also be

careful not to get dirt in the

transmitter as it could be damaged.

There is the danger of explosion if

the battery is not correctly replaced.

Replace only with the same type

battery (CR2025 or equivalent).

Dispose of used batteries according

to the following inst ructions.

Insulate the plus and minus terminals of the battery using cellophane or equivalent tape.

Never disassemble.

Never throw the battery into fire or water.

Never deform or crush.

Replacing the battery at an Authorized Mazda Dealer is recommend ed to prevent damage to the advanced key. If replacing the battery by yourself, follow the instruction below.

Replacing the advanced key battery

1. Pull out the auxiliary key.

2. Release the cap using a flathead screwdriver, then rotate and remove the cap.

The following conditions indicate that the battery power is low:

The KEY indicator light (green) flashes in the instrument cluster when the engine is turned off.

The system does not operate and the operation indicator light does not flash when the buttons are pressed.

The system's operational range is reduced.

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Cap

CAUTION

Do not turn the cap excessively. The cap may be damaged.

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3. Insert a flathead screwdriver into the crack and press the battery out.

4. Insert the new battery (CR2025 or equivalent) with the positive pole ( facing the (

) mark on the cap.

qService

If you have a problem with the advanced keyless functions, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

If your advanced key is lost or stolen, bring all rema ining advanced keys to an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible for a replacement and to make the lost or stolen advanced key inoperative.

CAUTION

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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.

5. Rotate and close the cap.

Cap

6. Reinsert the auxiliary key.

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qOperational Range

The system operates only when the driver is in the vehicle or within operational range while the advanced key is being carried.

NOTE

When the battery power is low, or in places where there are high-intensity radio waves or noise, the operational range may become narrower or the system may not operate.

Locking, unlocking the doors

The operational range for locking/ unlocking the doors is up to 80 cm (2.6 ft) from the center of the front door handles.

Exterior transmitter

Opening the trunk lid

The operational range for opening the trunk lid is up to 80 cm (2.6 ft) from the center of the trunk lid.

Exterior transmitter

Operational range

Starting the engine

The operational range for starting the engine includes nearly the entire cabin area.

Interior transmitter

Operational range

NOTE

The system may not operate if you are too close to the windows, door handles.

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NOTE

The trunk is out of the operational range, however, starting the engine may be possible.

The engine may not start if the advanced key is placed in the following areas:

Around the dashboard

In the storage compartments such as the glove box

On the rear parcel shelf

Starting the engine may be possible even if the advanced key is outside of the vehicle and extremely close to a door and window, however, always start the engine from the driver's seat. If the vehicle is started and advanced key is not the vehicle. The vehicle will not restart after it is shut off and ignition switch is placed in lock position.

If the advanced key is detected within operational range, the operation indicator light flashes momentarily.

qLocking, Unlocking the Doors

with Request Switch

Both doors can be locked/unlocked by pressing the request switch on the doors while the advanced key is being carried.

Request switch

To lock

To lock the doors, press the request switch. A beep sound will be heard once and the hazard warning lights will flash once.

To unlock

Driver's door request switch

To unlock the driver's door, press the request switch. A beep sound will be heard twice and the hazard warning lights will flash twice. To unlock both doors , press the request switch again within 3 seconds and two more beep sounds will be heard.

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NOTE

(Without theft-deterrent system)

The hazard warning lights will flash twice to indicate that the doors are unlocked.

(With theft-deterrent system)

The hazard warning lights will not flash.

The hazard warning lights only flash when the theft deterrent system is turned off, refer to the theft-deterrent system (page 3-51).

Passenger door request switch

To unlock the doors, press the request switch. A beep sound will be heard twice and the hazard warning lights will flash twice.

NOTE

Confirm that both doors are securely locked.

Both doors cannot be locked when any door is open.

A beep sound is heard for confirmation when the doors are locked/unlocked using the request switch. If your prefer, the beep sound can be turned off (page 3-20).

NOTE

The setting can be changed so that the doors are locked automatically without pressing the request switch.

(Auto-lock function)

A beep sound is heard when both doors are closed while the advanced key is being carried. Both doors are locked automatically after about 3 seconds when the advanced key is out of the operational range. Also, the hazard warning lights flash once. (Even if the driver is in the operational range, both doors are locked automatically after about 30 seconds.) If you are out of the operational range before the doors are completely closed, the auto- lock function will not work. Always make sure that both doors are locked before leaving the vehicle .(page 3-20).

After unlocking doors by pressing the request switch, both doors will automatically lock and the hazard warning light will flash if any of the following operations are not performed within about 30 seconds.

A door is opened.

The auxiliary key is inserted into the ignition switch.

The start k nob is pushed.

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qOpening the Trunk Lid with

Request Switch

The trunk lid can be opened by pressing the request switch on the under side of the trunk lid above the license plate while the advanced key is being carried.

Request switch

NOTE

If the advanced key is left in the trunk, the trunk lid will close. However, the trunk lid can be opened by pressing the request switch.

qStarting the Engine

Ignition Switch Positions

Without a traditional key, some of the ignition switch functions are different.

LOCK(Released)

The steering wheel locks to help protect against theft.

LOCK(Depressed)

The ignition switch can be turned to the ACC position when the KEY indicator light (green) illuminates in the instrument cluster.

WARNING

Not Setting the Parking Brake: Leaving the driver's seat without setting the parking brake is dangerous. Unexpected vehicle movement could occur if the parking brake is not set. This could cause an accident. Before leaving the driver's seat, always set the parking brake and make sure the shift lever is in P with an automatic transmission or in 1 or R with a manual transmission.

NOTE

If turning the ignition switch is difficult, jiggle the steering wheel from side to side.

(Automatic transmission)

The ignition switch cannot be turned from the ACC position to the LOCK position when the shift lever is not in P.

Start knob

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The Advanced Keyless Entry System does not function in the ACC position, and the doors will not lock/unlock even if they have been locked manually or the advanced key is carried away from the vehicle.

This is the normal running position after the engine is started. The warning lights (except brakes) should be inspected before the engine is started (page 5-37).

NOTE

When the ignition switch is turned to the ON position , the sound of the fuel pump motor operating near the fuel tank can be heard. This does not indicate an abnormality.

START

The engine is started in this position. It will crank until you release the start knob; then it returns to the ON position. The brake warning light can be checked after the engine is started (page 5-37).

Starting the Engine

NOTE

Engine-starting is controlled by the spark ignition system. This system meets all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio noise.

The advanced key must be carried because the advanced key carries an immobilizer chip that must communicate with the engine controls at short range.

When starting the engine, be sure the start knob is securely attached before trying to operate it. If the knob becomes detached from the ignition switch, re-attach it by pushing it on to the ignition switch.

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1. Make sure the advanced key is being carried.

2. Occupants should fasten their seat belts.

3. Make sure the parking brake is on.

4. Depress the brake pedal.

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5. (Manual transmission) Depress the clutch pedal all the way and shift into neutral. Keep the clutch pedal depressed while cranking the engine .

(Automatic transmission)

Put the vehicle in park (P). If you must restart the engine while the vehicle is moving, shift into neutral (N).

NOTE

(Manual transmission)

The starter will not operate if the clutch pedal is not depressed all the way.

(Automatic transmission)

The starter will not operate if the shift lever is not in P or N.

6. Push the start knob slowly all the way in.

7. Verify that the KEY indicator light (green) illuminates in the instrument cluster. The KEY warning light (red) means you cannot continue to start the engine (page 3-21).

NOTE

In the following cases, the KEY warning light (red) illuminates and the engine will not start.

The advanced key battery is dead.

The advanced key is out of operational range.

The advanced key is placed in areas where it is difficult for the system to detect the signa l (page 3-7).

A key from another manufacturer similar to the advanced key is in the operational range.

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8. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC position while pushing the start knob in.

9. Turn the ignition switch from the ACC position to the START position and hold (up to 10 seconds at a time) until the engine starts.

CAUTION

Don't try the starter for more than 10 seconds at a time. If the engine stalls or fails to start, wait 10 seconds before trying again. Otherwise, you may damage the starter and drain the battery.

10. After starting the engine, let it idle for

about 10 seconds.

Turning off the engine

1. Shift the shift lever to the P position (Automatic transmission).

2. Turn the ignition switch from the ON position to the ACC position.

NOTE

When the engine is turned off and the ignition switch it turned from the ACC position to the LOCK position, the KEY indicator light (green) in the instrument cluster flashes for about 30 seconds if the battery power of the advanced key is low. Replace the battery with a new one. Refer to Battery Replacement (page 3-6).

3. Push in the start knob from the ACC position and turn it to the LOCK position.

CAUTION

When leaving the vehicle, make sure the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position.

NOTE

In extremely cold weather, below _

18° C (0° F), or after the vehicle has not been driven in several days, let the engine warm up without operating the accelerator.

Whether the engine is cold or warm, it should be started without use of the accelerator.

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NOTE

When turning the ignition switch to the LOCK position, the ignition switch has to be pushed in from the ACC position and turned. Without being pushed in, the ignition switch stops at the ACC position and the vehicle battery may be discharged if the ignition switch is left in the ACC position. When leaving the vehicle, make sure the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position.

If the vehicle is left with the ignition switch not in the LOCK position, a beep sound is heard and the indicator light flashes to notify the driver. Refer to Warning Beep (page 3-18).

Operation Using Advanced Key Functions

qKeyless Entry System

This system remotely locks and unlocks the doors and opens the trunk lid. It can also help you signal for attention. Press the button slowly and carefully.

NOTE

The keyless entry system is designed to operate up to about 2.5 m (8 ft) from the center of the vehicle, but this may vary due to local conditions.

The system does not operate when the ignition switch is not in the LOCK position or the start knob is pushed in.

With the start knob installed in the LOCK position, the system is fully operational. If the ignition switch is not in the LOCK position or the start knob is pushed in, the system does not operate.

Both doors cannot be locked by pressing the lock button while either door is open. The hazard warning lights will also not flash.

If the transmitter does not operate when pressing a button or the operational range becomes too small, the battery may be dead. To install a new battery, refer to Maintenance (page 3-5).

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Transmitter

Lock button

Unlock button

NOTE

(U.S.A.)

Panic button

Trunk button

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

(CANADA)

This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry CANADA. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

To confirm that both doors have been locked, press the lock button again within 5 seconds. If they are closed and locked, the horn will sound.

NOTE

(Without theft-deterrent system)

The hazard warning lights will flash once to indicate that both doors are locked.

(With theft-deterrent system)

The hazard warning lights will not flash.

The hazard warning lights only flash when the theft deterrent system is armed, refer to the theft-deterrent system (page 3-51).

NOTE

Both doors cannot be locked when either door is open.

Confirm that both doors are locked visually or audibly by use of the double click.

Unlock button

To unlock the driver's door, press the unlock button. A beep will be heard twice and the hazard warning lights will flash twice.

The operation indicator light flashes when the buttons are pressed.

Lock button

To lock the doors, press the lock button. A beep sound will be heard once and the hazard warning lights will flash once.

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NOTE

The hazard warning lights flash.

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The hazard warning lights will flash twice to indicate that both doors are unlocked.

(With theft-deterrent system)

The hazard warning lights will not flash.

The hazard warning lights only flash when the theft deterrent system is turned off, refer to the theft-deterrent system (page 3-51).

NOTE

After unlocking with the transmitter, both doors will automatically lock if one of the doors is not opened within about 30 seconds.

Trunk button

To open the trunk, press the trunk button.

Panic button

If you witness from a distance someone attempting to break into or damage your vehicle, pressing the panic button will activate the vehicle's alarm.

NOTE

However, if the driver is too close to the vehicle the panic button may not function.

(Turning off the alarm)

The alarm stops by pressing any button on the transmitter.

qAuxiliary Key Function

Use the auxiliary key stored in the advanced key in the event of a dead battery or mal function.

Removing the auxiliary key

Pull out the auxiliary key from the advanced key.

NOTE

The panic button will work whether either door is open or closed.

(Turning on the alarm)

Pressing the panic button for 1 second or more will trigger the alarm for about 2 minutes and 30 seconds, and the following will occur:

The horn sounds intermittently.

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Locking, unlocking the doors

The doors can be locked/unlocked using the auxiliary key, refer to Locking, Unlocking with Key (page 3-28).

Opening the trunk lid

The trunk lid can be opened using the auxiliary key, refer to Opening and Closing the Trunk Lid (page 3-31).

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Starting the engine

The engine can be started with the auxiliary key, refer to Starting the Engine (page 5-4).

Advanced Key Suspend Function

If an advanced key is left in the vehicle or the trunk, the functions of the advanced key left in the vehicle or the trunk are temporarily suspended to prevent theft of the vehicle. When the function of the advanced key left in the vehicle or trunk has been suspended, the engine cannot be started using the start knob and the request switches are inoperable while the other advanced key is being carried. To restore these functions, perform the following:

Press the lock or unlock button on the advanced key which has had its functions suspended.

While carrying another advanced key, push in the start knob until the KEY indicator light (green) illuminates.

Insert the auxiliary key and turn the ignition switch to the ON position.

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System Malfunction Warning Beep

If any malfunct ion occurs in the advanced keyless function, the KEY warning light (red) in the instrument cluster illuminates continuously and beep sounds will be heard.

CAUTION

If the KEY warning light (red) remains illuminated, do not continue to drive the vehicle with the advanced keyless function. Park the vehicle in a safe place and use the auxiliary key to continue driving the vehicle. Have the vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. Refer to Ignition Switch (page 5-2).

qStart Knob Not in LOCK

Warning Beep

If the start knob is in the ACC position and the driver's door is opened, a continuous beep sound will be heard to notify the driver that the start knob has not been returned to the LOCK position. In this case, the keyless entry system does not operate.

qAdvanced Key Removed from

Vehicle Warning Beep

Under the following conditions, a beep will be heard 6 times and the KEY warning light (red) will flash continuously when the start knob has not been returned to the LOCK position to notify the driver that the advanced key has been removed. The KEY warning light (red) will stop flashing when the advanced key is back inside the vehicle:

The start knob has not been returned to the LOCK position, the driver's door is open, and the advanced key is removed from the vehicle. However the beep will be heard continuously when the start knob is in the ACC position and the door is open due to the activation of the warning beep indicating that the start knob is not in the LOCK position.

The start knob has not been returned to the LOCK position and all the doors are closed after removing the advanced key from the vehicle.

NOTE

Because the advanced key utilizes lowintensity radio waves, the Advanced Key Removed From Vehicle Warning may activate if the advanced key is carried together with a metal object or it is placed in a poor signal reception area.

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qRequest Switch Inoperable

Warning Beep

Under the following conditions, if the request switch for a front door is pressed while the advanced key is being carried, a beep will be heard 6 times to indicate that the front doors cannot be locked.

A door is open (door ajar included).

The start knob has not been returned to the LOCK position.

The auxiliary key is inserted into the ignition switch.

qAdvanced Key Battery Dead

Warning

When the start knob is returned to the ACC or LOCK position from the ON position, the KEY indicator light (green) flashes for approximately 30 seconds indicating that the remaining battery power is low. Replace with a new battery before the advanced key becomes unusable. Refer to Advanced Key Maintenance (page 3-5).

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The advanced key is not within operational range.

The advanced key is placed in areas where it is difficult for the system to detect the signa l (page 3-7).

A key from another manufacturer similar to the advanced key is in the operational range.

qAdvanced Key Left-in-trunk

Warning Beep

If the advanced key is left in the trunk compartment with both doo rs and the trunk lid close d, a beep sound is heard for about 10 seconds to remind the driver the advanced key has been left in the trunk compartment. If this happens, open the trunk lid by pressing the request switch and remove the advanced key. Because the functions of the advanced key removed from the trunk may have been temporarily suspended, the advanced key removed from the trunk may have lose its function. To restore the advanced key function, perform the procedure to restore the advanced key function (page 3-17).

NOTE

The advanced key can be set so that the KEY indicator light (green) does not flash even if the battery power is low. Refer to Setting Change (page 3-20).

Engine Start Not Permitted Warning

Under the following conditions, the KEY warning light (red) flashes to inform the driver that the start knob will not rotate to the ACC position even if it is pushed in from the LOCK position.

The advanced key battery is dead.

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qAdvanced Key Left-in-vehicle

Warning Beep

If an advanced key is left in the vehicle cabin and both doors are locked using a separate advanced key, a beep sound is heard for about 10 seconds to remind the driver that the advanced key has been left in the vehicle cabin. If this happens, the doors lock but the functions of the advanced key left in the vehicle cabin may be temporarily suspen ded. Perform the following procedure to restore the functions of the advanced key (page 3-17).

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Setting Change (Function Customization)

Your vehicle comes with certain Advanced Keyless Entry System settings which can be activated and deactivated. Have an Authorized Mazda Dealer show you how to activate or deactivate any or all of the settings as shown in the chart below.

Setting Function

Advanced key battery dead indicator

Lock/unlock operation confirmation beep sound

Autolock function

*1 : When the autolock function is operating, the warning sound will be heard regardless of the setting.

KEY indicator light (green) flashes to indicate that the advanced key battery power is low.

A beep sound is heard to confirm that both doors

or the trunk lid have been locked/unlocked.

When both doors are closed and the advanced key is being carried and out of operational range, both doors automatically lock after 3 seconds. (Even if the driver is in the operational range, both doors are locked automatically after about 30 seconds.)

At Initial

Setting

Activated Deactivated

Deactivated Activated

After Setting

Change

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User Mis-Operation Warning Indicators

Under the following conditions, warning beeps are heard and a warning/indicator light in the instrument cluster illuminates to noti fy the driver of improper operation of the advanced key to prevent theft of the vehicle (page 3-18).

Warning condition Check

When a door is open, a continuous beep sound will be heard.

When a door is open, 6 beep sounds are heard, and the KEY warning light (red) in the instrument cluster flashes.

When a door is closed, a beep sound is heard 6 times, and the KEY warning light (red) in the instrument cluster flashes.

When attempting to lock the doors, a beep sound is heard 6 times.

When the KEY indicator light (green) flashes in the instrument cluster.

When the KEY warning light (red) remains illuminated in the instrument cluster.

Check whether the start knob has been returned to the LOCK position.

Check whether the advanced key has been removed from the vehicle.

Check whether the advanced key has been left in the vehicle.

Check whether the start knob has been returned to the LOCK position.

Check whether a door is open.

The advanced key battery power is low. Replace the battery with a new one. Refer to Advanced Key Maintenance on page 3-5.

The advanced key is malfunctioning. Park the vehicle in a safe place, and use the auxiliary key to continue driving the vehicle. Have the vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.

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WARNING

Keys and Children: Leaving children in a vehicle with the key is dangerous. This could result in someone being badly injured or even killed. They could play with power windows or other controls, or even make the vehicle move. Don't leave the keys in your vehicle with children and keep them in a place where your children will not find or play with them.

NOTE

Refer to Immobilizer System (page 3-48) for information regarding keys and engine starting.

(With theft-deterrent system)

Refer to Theft-Deterrent System (page 3-51) for information regarding keys and the prevention of vehicle and vehicle contents theft.

Without keyless entry system

Key code number plate

A code number is stamped on the plate attached to the key set; detach this plate and store it in a safe place (not in the vehicle) for use if you need to make a replacement key.

NOTE

Write down the code number and keep it in a separate safe and convenient place, but not in the vehicle. If your key is lost, consult your Authorized Mazda Dealer and have your code number ready.

The keys operate all locks.

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Retractable type key

Key code number plate

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Key extend/retract method (Retractable type key)

To extend the key, press the release button.

To retract the key, press the release button and rotate the key into the holder.

Keyless Entry System (with Retractable Type Key)

This system remotely locks and unlocks the doors. It can also help you signal for attention. Press the button slowly and carefully.

CAUTION

To avoid damage to the transmitter, do not:

Drop it.

Get it wet.

Disassemble it.

Expose it to heat or sunlight.

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NOTE

The keyless entry system is designed to operate up to about 2.5 m (8 ft) from the center of the vehicle, but this may vary due to local conditions.

The system doesn't operate when the key is in the ignition switch.

Doors cannot be locked by pressing the lock button while any other door is open. Also, the hazard warning lights will not flash.

If the transmitter does not operate when pressing a button or the operation range becomes too small, the battery may be dead. To install a new battery, refer to Maintenance (page 3-26).

Additional transmitters can be obtained at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Up to 3 transmitters can be used with the keyless entry system per vehicle. Br ing all transmitters to an Authorized Mazda Dealer when the electronic codes need to be reset.

qTransmitter

Lock button

Unlock button

Panic button

Operation indicator light

Trunk button

NOTE

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The operation indicator light flashes when the buttons are pressed.

Lock button

To lock the doors, press the lock button and the hazard warning lights will flash once.

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To confirm that both doors have been locked, press the lock button again within 5 seconds. If they are closed and locked, the horn will sound.

NOTE

(Without theft-deterrent system)

The hazard warning lights will flash once to indicate that both doors are locked.

(With theft-deterrent system)

The hazard warning lights will not flash.

The hazard warning lights only flash when the theft deterrent system is armed, refer to the theft-deterrent system (page 3-51).

NOTE

Both doors cannot be locked when any door is open and the key is in the ignition switch.

Confirm that both doors are locked visually or audibly by use of the double click.

Unlock button

To unlock the driver's door, press the unlock button and the hazard warning lights will flash twice.

NOTE

(Without theft-deterrent system)

The hazard warning lights will flash twice to indicate that both doors are unlocked.

(With theft-deterrent system)

The hazard warning lights will not flash.

The hazard warning lights only flash when the theft deterrent system is turned off, refer to the theft-deterrent system (page 3-51).

NOTE

After unlocking with the transmitter, both doors will automatically lock if one of the doors is not opened within about 30 seconds.

Trunk button

To open the trunk, press and hold the trunk button until the trunk lid opens.

NOTE

The trunk button is disabled when the trunk lid relea se lock-out button inside the trunk is in the OFF position. Refer to Remote Trunk Lid Release Lock-Out on page 3-32.

To unlock both doors, press the unlock button again within 3 seconds.

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Panic button

If you witness from a distance someone attempting to break into or damage your vehicle, pressing the panic button will activate the vehicle's alarm.

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The panic button will work whether any door or the trunk lid is open or closed.

Turning on the alarm

Pressing the panic button for 1 second or more will trigger the alarm for about 2 minutes and 30 seconds, and the following will occur:

The horn sounds intermittently.

The hazard warning lights flash.

Turning off the alarm

Press any button on the transmitter or insert the key into the ignition switch.

qTransmitter Maintenance

If the buttons on the transmitter are inoperable and the operation indicator light does not flash, the battery may be dead. Replace with a new battery before the transmitter becomes unusable.

CAUTION

Install the battery with the positive pole ( leakage could occur if it is not installed correctly.

When replacing the battery, be careful not to bend the electrical terminals or get oil on them. Also be careful not to get dirt in the transmitter as it could be damaged.

There is the danger of explosion if the battery is not correctly replaced.

Replace only with the same type battery (CR1620 or equivalent).

Dispose of used batteries according to the following inst ructions.

) facing down. Battery

Insulate the plus and minus terminals of the battery using cellophane or equivalent tape. Never disassemble. Never throw the battery into fire and/or water. Never deform or crush.

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Replacing the transmitter battery

1. Unfold the key (page 3-22).

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2. Insert a screwdriver into the slot and push the tab to remove the key from the transmitter.

Tab

3. Insert a screwdriver into the slot and gently pry open the transmitter.

4. Remove the battery.

5. Put in the new battery (CR1620 or equivalent) with the positive pole ( facing down.

6. Align the front and back covers and snap the transmitter shut.

7. Install the key to the transmitter.

qService

If you have a problem with the keyless entry system, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

If your transmitter is lost or stolen, bring all remaining transmitters to an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible for a replacement and to make the lost or stolen transmitter inoperative.

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CAUTION

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

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WARNING

Unattended Children and Pets: Leaving a child or an animal unattended in a parked vehicle is dangerous. In hot weather, temperatures inside a vehicl e can become high enough to cause brain damage or even death. Always take all children and animals with you or leave a responsibl e person with them.

Unlocked Doors: Unlocked doors in a moving vehicle are dangerous. Passengers can fall out if a door is accidentally opened and can more easily be thrown out in an accident. So keep both doors locked when driving.

WARNING

Vehicles Left Unlocked: Leaving your veh icle unlocked is dangerous as children could lock themselves in a hot vehicle, which could result in death. Also, a vehicle left unlocked becomes an easy target for thieves and intrudes. Always close all the windows, lock the doors and take the key with you when leaving your vehicle unattended.

qLocking, Unlocking with Key

Either door can be locked/unlocked with the key. Turn the key toward the front to unlock, toward the back to lock.

Unlock

Lock

qLocking, Unlocking with Request

Switch (with Advanced Key)

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qLocking, Unlocking with

Transmitter (with Advanced Key)

The doors can be locked/unlocked by operating the keyless entry system transmitter, refer to Keyless Entry System (page 3-14).

Locking, Unlocking with Transmitter (with Retractable Type Key)

The doors can be locked/unlocked by operating the keyless entry system transmitter, refer to Keyless Entry System (page 3-23).

qLocking, Unlocking with Door-

Lock Knob

To lock any door from the inside, push the door-lock knob. To unlock, pull it out. This does not operate the other door locks.

Lock

Unlock

To lock any door with the door-lock knob from the outside, push the door-lock knob to the lock position and close the door. This does not operate the other door locks.

Door-lock knob

NOTE

When locking the doors this way, be careful not to leave the key inside the vehicle.

qPower Door Locks

Vehicle lock-out prevention

(With advanced key)

The vehicle lock-out prevention feature prevents you from locking yourself out of the vehicle. Both doors will automatically unlock if they are locked using the power door locks with any door open.

(Without advanced key)

The vehicle lock-out prevention feature prevents you from locking yourself out of the vehicle. With the key in the ignition switch, both doors will automatically unlock if they are locked using the power door locks with any door open.

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Locking, unlocking with key

Both doors lock automatically when the driver's door is locked with the key. Both doors unlock when the driver's door is unlocked and the key is held in the unlock position for one second or longer.

Unlock

Lock

NOTE

Holding the key in the unlocked position in the driver's door lock for about a second unlocks both doors. To unlock only the driver's door, insert the key into the driver's door lock and turn the key briefly to the unlock position and then immediately return it to the center position.

Locking, unlocking with door-lock switch

Both doors lock automatically when LOCK is pushed. They all unlock when the unmarked part of the door-lock switch is pushed.

Lock

Unlock

Locking, unlocking with request switch (with advanced key)

Both doors can be locked/unlocked by operating the request switch while carrying the advanced key outside the vehicle, refer to Operations Using Advanced Keyless Functions (page 3-7).

Locking, unlocking with transmitter (with advanced key)

Both doors can be locked/unlocked by operating the keyless entry system transmitter, refer to Keyless Entry System (page 3-14).

Locking, unlocking with transmitter (with retractable type key)

Both doors can be locked/unlocked by operating the keyless entry system transmitter, refer to Keyless Entry System (page 3-23).

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WARNING

Open Trunk and Exhaust Gas: Exhaust gas in the cabin of a vehicle is dangerous. This gas contains CO (carbon monoxide), which is colorless, odorless, and highly poisonous. If inhaled, it can cause loss of consciousness and death. Because exhaust gas can get into the cabin through an open trunk, keep the trunk closed when driving.

WARNING

Open Trunk Lid and Children: Leaving the trunk lid open or leaving children in the vehicle with the keys is dangerous. Children could open the trunk lid and climb inside resulting in possible injury or death from heat exposure. Close the trunk lid and do not allow children to play inside the vehicle.

Unattended Children and Pets: Leaving children or animals unattended in a parked vehicle is dangerous. Babies left sleeping and kids who lock themselves in cars or trunks can die very quickly from heat prostration. Don't leave your children or pets alone in a car at any time. Don't leave the car or the trunk unlocked. Always keep the car from being a tempting place to play by locking doors and the trunk, and keeping the keys where children won't play with them.

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Opening the trunk lid with the key

Insert the key into the slot and turn it clockwise.

Open

Opening the trunk lid with the request switch (with advanced key)

The trunk lid can be opened by operating the request switch on the trunk lid while carrying the advanced key outside the vehicle, refer to Operations Using Advanced Keyless Functions (page 3-7).

Opening the trunk lid with the transmitter (with advanced key)

The trunk lid can be opened by operating the keyless entry system transmitter, refer to Keyless Entry System (page 3-14).

Opening the trunk lid with the transmitter (with retractable type key)

The trunk lid can be opened by operating the keyless entry system transmitter, refer to Keyless Entry System (page 3-23).

Opening the trunk lid with the remote release button

Push the release button.

Closing the trunk lid

Use both hands to push the trunk lid down until the lock snaps shut. Do not slam it. Pull up on the trunk lid to make sure it is secure.

Remote Trunk Lid Release Lock-Out

The remote release may be canceled using the trunk lid release lock-out button to prevent anyone in the vehicle from opening the trunk.

NOTE

You cannot prevent another person from getting access to your trunk if you give the person your key.

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The switch is mounted inside the trunk.

OFF position

ON position

With advanced key

With the switch in the ON position, the remote trunk lid release button can be operated.

With the switch in the OFF position, the remote release button cannot be operated.

To open the trunk lid when the switch is in the OFF position, do one of the following:

Press the request switch on the trunk lid.

Press the trunk button on the transmitter.

Open the trunk with the auxiliary key.

Without advanced key

With the switch in the ON position, the remote trunk lid release button and the trunk button on the transmitter can be operated.

To open the trunk lid when the switch is in the OFF position, open the trunk with the key.

With the switch in the OFF position, the remote release button or the trunk button on the transmi tter cannot be operated.

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Inside Trunk Release Lever

Your vehicle is equipped with an inside trunk release lever that provides a means of escape for children and adults in the event they become locked inside the trunk.

No matter how careful adults might be with keys and locking their cars, parents should be aware that children may be tempted to play around vehicles and use the trunk as a hiding place.

Adults are advised to familiarize themselves with the operation and location of the inside trunk release lever so that all children can be told about it in an appropriate way, keeping in mind that most vehicles don't have such levers.

WARNING

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qOpening the Trunk Lid from the

Inside

Slide the inside trunk release lever in the direction of the arrow. The lever is made of material that will glow for hours in the darkness of the trunk following a brief exposure to ambient light.

The inside trunk release slide lever is located on the inside of the trunk end trim.

Power Windows

The ignition switch must be in the ON position for the power windows to operate.

WARNING

Closing Power Windows: Closing power windows are dangerous. A person' s hands, head, or even neck could be caught by the window and result in serious injury or even death. This warning applies especially to children. Make sure the opening is clear before closing a window.

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qOperating the Driver's Side

Power Window

Manual opening/closing

To open the window to the desired position, lightly hold down the switch. To close the window to the desired position, lightly pull up the switch.

Open

Left window

Auto-opening

To fully open the window automatically, press the switch completely down.

To stop the window partway, lightly pull up the switch and then release it.

qOperating the Passenger Power

Window

To open the window to the desired position, hold down the switch. To close the window to the desired position, pull up the switch.

Open

Right window

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Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap

WARNING

Fuel Spray: Fuel spray is dangerous. Fuel can burn skin and eyes and cause illness if ingested. Fuel spray is released when there is pressure in the fuel tank and the fuel cap is removed too quickly. When removing the fuel cap, loosen the cap slightly and wait for any hissing to stop. Then remove it.

Fuel Vapor: Fuel vapor is dangerous. It could be ignited by sparks or flames causing serious burns and injuries. Before refueling, stop the engine, and always keep sparks and flames away from the filler neck. Additionally, use of the incorrect fuel filler cap or not using a fuel filler cap may result in fuel leak, which could result in serious burns or death in an accident.

qFuel-Filler Lid

The remote fuel-filler lid release is mounted in the seat side box. To open the seat side box, unlock it and pull the release catch.

To open the fuel-filler lid, pull on the remote fuel-filler lid release.

CAUTION

Always use only a genuine Mazda fuel cap or an approved equivalent, available at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. The wrong cap can result in a serious malfunction of the fuel and emission control systems. It may also cause the check engine light in the instrument cluster to illuminate.

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qFuel-Filler Cap

To remove the filler cap, turn it counterclockwise.

To close the filler cap, turn it clockwise until it clicks.

Open

CAUTION

Make sure the fuel-filler cap is tightened securely. The check engine light may illuminate when the cap isn't tightened securely. If the light remains on (even after you have tightened the cap securely, driven, and restarted the engine several times), it may indicate a different problem. Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.

Hood

WARNING

Closed and Securely Locked Hood: A hood that is not closed and securely locked is dangerous as it could fly open while the vehicle is moving and block the driver's vision which could result in a serious accident. Always check that the hood is closed and securely locked.

qOpening the Hood

1. With the vehicle parked, pull the release handle to unlock the hood.

Release handle

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2. Slide the hood latch to the right and lift the hood.

3. Grasp the support rod in the padded area and secure it in the stay hole indicated by the arrow to hold the hood open.

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Clip

Support rod

qClosing the Hood

1. Check under the hood area to make certain all filler caps are in place and all loose items (e.g. tools, oil containers, etc.) have been removed.

2. Insert the support rod in its clip while holding up the hood. Verify that the support rod is secured in the clip before closing the hood.

3. Close the hood so that it locks securely.

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Convertible Top

Top latch assembly

Top storage area

qConvertible Top Precautions

WARNING

Standing in a Moving Vehicle: Standing in the vehicle, or sitting on the convertible top storage area or center console when the vehicle is moving is a dangerous way to ride. During a sudden maneuver or collision you could be seriously injured or even killed. Sit in the seat with the seat belt on when the vehicle is moving.

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WARNING

Fastening Mechanisms: It is dangerous to place your hands or fingers near the fastening mechanisms. Your hands or fingers could be caught and injured by the mechanism. Always keep your hands and fingers away from the fastening mechanisms when moving the top.

CAUTION

Remove leaves that accumulate on and around the convertible top. If the leaves are not remo ved, they may block the water drainage outlets.

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Before lowering or raising the top, stop in a safe place off the right-of-way and park on a level surface.

Make sure nothing is on the top or near the back window when raising or lowering the top. Even small objects may interfere and cause damage.

When lowering the top, make sure objects inside the vehicle aren't blown away by the wind.

Secure all loose objects inside before driving with the top down.

To help prevent burglary or vandalism and to ensure that the passenger compartment stays dry, close the top securely and lock both doors when leaving the vehicle.

Don't drive through an automatic car wash; it may damage the top.

Don't raise or lower the top when the temperature is below 5 °C (41 °F) ; this will damage the top material.

Don't lower the top when it's wet. If the top dries while folded, it will deteriorate and shrink.

Lowering the top while it's wet can also cause water to drip into the passenger compartment.

Don't raise or lower the top when the wind is strong; the wind could damage the top.

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3. Remove all objects in the top storage area.

WARNING

Objects in the Storage Area: Putting heavy or sharp objects in the top storage area is dangerous. During a sudden stop or collision, they can become projectiles that migh t hit and injure passengers. Don't place heavy or sharp objects in the top storage area.

4. Push the unlock button and fully release the top latch.

Unlock button

Top latch

qLowering the Convertible Top

1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and firmly set the parking brake.

2. Lower the side windows, then turn off the ignition.

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5. Pull the top rearward on the front section of the top to release it from the windshield header.

Windshield header

NOTE

To lower the convertible top from inside the vehicle, use the convertible top's handles.

6. Fold back the front and carefully lower it to the storage area.

7. Press down the top so that it locks securely.

The convertible top's handles

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8. If a windblo cker is necessary, raise a windblocker.

NOTE

The windblocker reduces the amount of wind coming into the cabin from behind when driving with the top opened. Refer to Windblocker on page 6-43.

Mazda MX-5 2006 User Manual

A Word to Mazda Owners

How to Use This Manual

Table of Contents

Your Vehicle at a Glance

Dashboard and Interior Overview

Exterior Overview

Essential Safety Equipment

Seats

Seats

Seat Belt Systems

Seat Belt Precautions

Seat Belts

Seat Belt Pretensioner and Load Limiting Systems

Seat Belt Extender

Seat Belt Warning Light/Beep

Child Restraint

Child Restraint Precautions

LATCH Child-Restraint System

SRS Air Bags

Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Precautions

Passenger Air Bag Deactivation Switch

Supplemental Restraint System Components

How the Air Bags Work

Knowing Your Mazda

Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System

Advanced Keys

Operation Using Advanced Keyless Functions

Operation Using Advanced Key Functions

Advanced Key Suspend Function

Warning and Beep Sounds

Setting Change (Function Customization)

User Mis-Operation Warning Indicators

Doors and Locks

Keys (without Advanced Key)

Keyless Entry System (with Retractable Type Key)

Door Locks

Trunk Lid

Inside Trunk Release Lever

Power Windows

Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap

Hood

Convertible Top