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Key
                Lock
                                                    ADVANCED KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM                    STARTiNg ThE ENgiNE
                Unlock
                                                    	 •	 	 his	system	allows	you	to	lock	and	
                                                         T                                           While Carrying the Advanced Key…
                                                         unlock	the	doors,	and	even	start	the	       	 •	 	 tart the engine	by	pushing	the	start	knob	in	and	turning	it	(like	a	
                                                                                                          S
                                                         engine	without	ever	taking	the	key	out.          normal	key)	while	pushing	the	clutch	pedal	(manual	transmission)	or	the	
                                                    While Carrying the Advanced Key…                      brake	pedal	(automatic	transmission).	
                                          Trunk     	 •	 	 nlock the driver’s door	by	pushing	
                                                         U                                           	 •	 	 hut the engine OFF	by	turning	the	start	knob	to	the	ACC	position	
                                                                                                          S
                                     Panic Alarm         the	driver’s	door	request	switch	once.           and	then	pushing	in	and	turning	to	the	Lock	position.
                                                    	 •	 	 nlock all doors	by	pushing	the	
                                                         U
                  Door Request Switch                    driver’s	door	request	switch	twice	         	 •	 	 he	KEY
                                                                                                          T             	indicator	light	will	illuminate	gREEN	when	the	advanced	
                                                         OR	by	pushing	the	passenger’s	door	              key	is	detected.	If	the	KEY	indicator	light	flashes	gREEN,	the	
                                                         request	switch	once.                             advanced	key	transmitter	battery	power	is	low.
                                                    	 •	 	 ock all doors	by	pushing	the	driver’s	
                                                         L
                                                         door	or	passenger	door	request	             	 •	 If	the	advanced	key	cannot	be	used	due	to	a	malfunction	or	dead	
                                                                                                          	
                                                         switch	once.                                     advanced	key	battery,	use	the	auxiliary	key	to	lock/unlock	the	doors	
                                                    	 •	 	 pen the trunk	by	pushing	the	trunk	
                                                         O                                                and	to	start	the	engine.
                  Trunk Request Switch                   request	switch	once.
                                                    	 •	 	 pen the front windows	by	pushing	
                                                         O                                           With the Auxiliary Key…
                                                         the	unlock	button	on	the	advanced	          1 To	start	engine,	remove	the	
                                                         keyless	entry	transmitter	and	then	           Start	knob	cover	by	pushing	
                                                         pushing	again	and	holding;	release	           both	release	buttons	and	
                                                         to	stop.                                      pulling	the	cover	off.		
                                                                                                     2 Push	the	key	release	to	
                                                                                                       remove	the	auxiliary	key.
                 KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM                                                                3			nsert	the	auxiliary	key	into	
                                                                                                        I
                 This	system	remotely	locks	and	unlocks	the	doors	and	the	trunk,	and	opens	             the	key	cylinder	and	turn	
                 the	power	windows.                                                                     it	to	start	the	engine.

                 Release Button                                     Unlock
                   •	 Push	to	extend	key.                             •	 Push	once	to	unlock	
                   •	 Push	&	fold	to	retract	key.                       driver’s	door.
                                                                      •	 Push	twice	(within	three	                                       Advanced Key
                 Lock                                                    seconds)	to	unlock	
                   •	 Push	once	to	lock	                                 both	doors.
                      both	doors.                                     •	 Push	twice	and	hold	to	
                                                                         open	front	windows.                                                             Auxiliary Key
                   •	 Push	twice	(within	five	                                                                                                           (for opening the doors and
                      seconds)	for	horn	sound	                      Panic Alarm                            Key                                           starting the engine)
                      verification	that	both	                         •	 Push	for	one	second	or	           Release
                      doors	are	locked.                                  more	to	activate	alarm.
                                                                      •	 Push	Lock,	Unlock,	
          1      Trunk                                              	 	 or	Panic	Alarm	to	turn	                                                                                        2
                   •	 Push	and	hold	to	open	trunk.                  	 	 alarm	off.



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Seats
                SEAT CONTROLS                                                                                                          Behind Seat Storage (Soft top only)
                                                                                                                                       Move	seatbacks	forward	to	access	the	
                height Adjustment Lever                                     Recline Lever                                              seat	back	trim	storage	boxes.
                Raise	or	lower	seat	height	by	repeatedly	                   Pull	up	to	adjust	
                pulling	(up)	or	pushing	(down)	on	the	lever.                seatback	angle.




                                                                                                 FUEL DOOR RELEASE
                Slide Release Lever                                                              The	fuel	door	release	is	in	the	seat	side	box	located	between	the	seats.	
                Pull	lever	up	to	                                                                  1	 	 ull	handle	to	open	the	seat	side	box.	
                                                                                                      P
                move	seat	backward	                                                                2	 To	open	the	fuel	door,	pull	the	fuel	door	release.
                or	forward.


                                                                                                                              1                                         2



                Seat Warmers
                The	driver	and	front	passenger	seats	can	
                be	warmed	by	rotating	the	applicable	seat	
                warmer	dial	while	the	ignition	is	On.
                •	Seat	temperature	increases	as	the	number	on	the	dial	increases.
                •	When	the	seat	warmers	are	not	needed,	rotate	the	dials	to	0.
                                                                                                 FUEL DOOR
                                                                                                 To	avoid	scratching	the	paint	during	
                                                                                                 refueling,	secure	the	fuel	filler	cap	tether	
                Passenger’s Seat Air Bag Deactivation Switch                                     over	the	hook	as	shown.
                Deactivate	passenger’s	seat	air	bag	when	using	a	child-safety	seat.
                To Deactivate/Activate:	Insert	ignition	key	or	
                auxiliary	key	(ADvAnCeD	keyLeSS	enTRy)	in	                                       FUEL REqUiREMENTS
                switch,	rotate	to	OFF/On,	remove	key.                                            91-octane	fuel	is	recommended.	If	91-octane	fuel	is	not	available,	fuel	as	low	as	
                Passenger	air	bag	off	indicator	illuminates	when	                                87-octane	can	be	used	temporarily	for	emergency	purposes.	Use	of	fuel	lower
                air	bag	is	deactivated	and	ignition	is	on.	See	                                  than	91-octane	can	decrease	performance,	cause	knocking/engine	noise	
                Owner’s	Manual	for	additional	information	on	                                    and	can	deteriorate	shift	quality.	Refueling	the	vehicle	with	correct	octane	
          3     this	feature.                                                                    fuel	a	couple	of	times	will	restore	vehicle	performance	and	shift	quality.         4



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Driver’s View
                                                     BLUETOOTh ®
                                                     hANDS-FREE/              WiPER/                                       PASSENgER
                               LighTS/TURN SigNAL       AUDiO                 WAShER           AUDiO         hAzARD        AiR BAg OFF
                                      (P. 9)             (P. 25)               (P. 10)         (PP. 23-24)   WARNiNg        iNDiCATOR




              PASSENgER’S
              SEAT AiR BAg
              DEACTiVATiON
                   (P. 3)




         DYNAMiC                                                                                                                      POWER
         STABiLiTY                                                                                                               RETRACTABLE
       CONTROL (DSC)                                                                                                                hARDTOP
                                                                                                                                  (if equipped)
                                                                                                                                           (P. 18)




          TRUNK
         RELEASE



                                      hOOD          TiLT STEERiNg    CRUiSE    CLiMATE           ACCESSORY     AUx jACK          SEAT
                                                                                                                 (P. 12)       WARMERS
                                     RELEASE        WhEEL LEVER     CONTROL    CONTROL             SOCKET
                                                                                 (PP. 21-22)                                      (P. 3)

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Instrument Cluster




               DAShBOARD             FUEL gAUgE         TAChOMETER            ENgiNE OiL                    ODOMETER/TRiP                 SPEEDOMETER ENgiNE COOLANT              iNFO BUTTON
              iLLUMiNATiON                                                 PRESSURE gAUgE                METER/AVERAgE FUEL                            TEMPERATURE
                                                                                                           ECONOMY/AMBiENT                                gAUgE
                       gLOSSARY OF WARNiNg AND iNDiCATOR LighTS                                          TEMPERATURE DiSPLAY
                          NOTE: See	Owner’s	Manual	for	more	details	and	explanations.

                       Low Fuel                                  Automatic Transmission                           Security                              iNFO
                                                                 Transmission	malfunction                                                               Push	InFO	button	to	display	the	
               DSC     Dynamic Stability Control                                                                  Door Ajar                             following	below	the	odometer:
               OFF     (DSC)/Traction Control                    Turn Signals/
                                                                                                                  Brake                                 •	Trip	Meter	A
                       System (TCS) Off                          hazard Warning
                                                                                                                  Parking	brake	on/low	brake	           •	Trip	Meter	B
                       ABS                                       KEY Warning Light (RED)                          fluid/malfunction                     •	Average	fuel	economy
                       (Antilock Brake System)                   Advanced	key	not	detected	or	                                                          •	Ambient	Temperature	Display
                       ABS	malfunction                           advanced	key	battery	is	dead.                    Cruise Main (AMBER)/
                                                                 KEY indicator Light (gREEN)                      Cruise Set (gREEN)                     NOTE:
                       Check Engine                              On:	Advanced	key	detected;	engine	                                                      •		 o	clear	trip	and	average	fuel	
                                                                                                                                                           T
                                                                 is	ready	to	start	                               Tire Pressure                            economy,	push	and	hold	InFO	
                       Charging System                           Flashing:	Advanced	key	battery	is	low
                       Charging	system	malfunction                                                                Monitoring System (TPMS)                 button	when	displayed.
                                                                                                                  Tire	pressure	may	be	low	in	one	or	    •		 o	change	the	ambient	
                                                                                                                                                           T
                       Traction Control System                   Air Bag/Front Seat Belt                          more	tires.                              temperature	display	between	
                       (TCS)/Dynamic Stability                   Pretensioner System                                                                       °F	and	°C,	push	and	hold	InFO	
                       Control (DSC)
                                                                 On	or	Flashing:	Air	Bag	malfunction      FLAT    Flat Tire                                button	when	displayed.
                       On:	TCS/DSC	malfunction	
                                                                                                          TIRE    Flat	tire/malfunction
                       Flashing:	TCS/DSC	operating               headlight high Beam
                                                                                                           NOTE: The	tire	pressure	should	be	set	when	tires	are	cold.	Large	changes	in	
          7            A/T Shift Position                        Seat Belt                                 ambient	temperatures	or	altitude	will	cause	tire	pressure	change	and	may	cause	      8
                                                                 Seat	Belt	unbuckled/malfunction
                                                                                                           TPMS	warning	light	to	illuminate.



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Feature Highlights
                LighTiNg CONTROL/TURN SigNAL LEVER                                     WiNDShiELD WiPER/WAShER CONTROL LEVER
                  :	Turns	tail,	parking,	dashboard,	     :	Turns	fog	lights	on	only	
                and	headlights	on.                     when	headlights	are	on.




                                       Push for
                                                                                                                            T       e)
                                       high Beams                                                                       MIS le swip
                                                                                                                           g
                                                                                                                        (sin

                                                                                                                           OFF
                                                                                                                           INT           ent
                                                                                                                               (intermitt
                                                                                                                               wipers)

                                                                                                                               LO (low
                           Pull                                                                                                speed wipers)
                           to Flash                                                                                            HI (high
                           high Beams                                                                                          speed w
                                                                                                                                       ipers)




                                                                                                    Pull to dispense
                                                                                                    washer fluid




                •:	Turns	tail,	parking,	and	
                dashboard	lights	on.




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Feature Highlights
                AUTOMATiC TRANSMiSSiON                                                                                                         6-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMiSSiON
                Sport AT Manual Shift Mode                                                                                                     	   •	 Push	the	clutch	pedal	completely	down		
                The	Sport	AT	Manual	Shift	Mode	gives	you	                                                                                      	   	 to	start	the	engine	and	to	shift	gears.	
                the	feel	of	driving	a	manual	transmission	                                                                                     	   •	 To	place	the	transmission	in	Reverse,		
                by	allowing	you	to	manually	shift	to	                                                                                          	   	 place	shifter	in	the	neutral	position,		
                control	engine	rpm	and	torque	when	                                                                                            	   	 push	the	shifter	down,	move	to	the	left		
                more	control	is	desired.                                                                                                       	   	 and	push	forward.
                To Use Manual Shift Mode:
                	 •	 Shift	lever	from	D	to	M.
                    NOTE:
                    	•	Changing	to	manual	mode	can	be	done	while	driving	the	vehicle.
                    	•		 he	transmission	will	not	upshift	automatically	in	manual	mode,	
                       T
                      even	if	the	tachometer	reaches	redline.

                To Shift Up To A Higher Gear:                    To Shift Down To A Lower Gear:           PORTABLE AUDiO PLAYER iNTEgRATiON
                	 •	 Tap	shift	lever	back	(+)	once.              	 •	 Tap	shift	lever	forward	(-)	once.   USiNg ThE AUx jACK
                     OR                                               OR                                  your	vehicle	is	equipped	with	an	AUX	or	
                                                                                                          auxiliary	jack	that	will	allow	you	to	play	                Auxiliary
                	 •	 	 ull	the	UP	steering	
                     P                                           	 •	 Push	the	DOWn	steering	                                                                         jack
                     shift	switch.                               	 	 shift	switch.                        your	portable	audio	player	through	the	
                                                                                                          vehicle’s	audio	system.	Learn	the	system	
                Direct Mode                                                                               when	parked	and	do	not	let	it	distract	you	
                To	manually	shift	gears	while	in	Drive,	the	steering	shift	switches	may	be	               while	driving.	Refer	to	the	Owner’s	Manual	
                used.	After	manually	shifting,	the	transmission	will	return	to	normal	drive	              for	additional	information.
                mode	under	any	of	the	following	conditions:                                                NOTE: you	will	need	a	cable	with	an	
                	    •	 	 	seconds	of	steady	throttle
                        4                                                                                  1/8	inch	mini	stereo	plug	to	connect	your	
                                                                                                           portable	audio	player	into	the	aux	jack.
                	    •	 	 ccelerator	pedal	is	fully	depressed	(Wide	Open	Throttle)
                        A
                	    •	 	 achometer	reaches	redline
                        T                                                                                   1 Locate	the	AUX	jack	below	the	
                	    •	 	 ehicle	is	stopped	or	moving	at	a	slow	speed
                        v                                                                                      climate	controls.	
                                                                                                            2	 Plug	your	portable	audio	player	into	
                To Shift Up To A Higher Gear:                    To Shift Down To A Lower Gear:
                                                                                                          	 	 the	AUX	jack	and	turn	it	on.
                	 •	 	 ull	the	UP	steering	
                     P                                           	 •	 Push	the	DOWn	steering	
                                                                                                            3 Turn	the	vehicle	audio	system	on.
                     shift	switch.                               	 	 shift	switch.
                                                                                                            4	 Push	the	AUX	button	on	the	audio	face	or	the	
                                                                                                          	 	 MODe	button	on	the	steering	wheel	controls.
                                                                                                            5	 	 se	the	portable	audio	player	controls	to	
                                                                                                               U
                                                                                           Down                play	music.
                                                                                                           NOTE: Set	the	volume	level	on	your	portable	audio	player	to	the	highest	level	
                                                                                                           before	distortion	starts.	Then	adjust	the	volume	in	the	vehicle	using	the	audio	system	
                                                                                           Up              POWeR/vOLUMe	control	or	the	steering	wheel	volume	up	and	down	controls.

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Feature Highlights
                AUTO-DiMMiNg MiRROR AND hOMELiNK®                                                           ALUMiNUM WhEEL CARE
                                                                                                            your	aluminum	wheels	have	a	protective	
                                                                                                            coating	on	them.	Only	use	a	mild	soap	
                                                                                                            or	neutral	detergent	with	a	sponge	or	
                                                                                                            soft	cloth	to	clean	them.	Using	a	wire	
                                                                                                            brush,	polishing	compound,	solvent,	
                                                                                                            or	any	type	of	abrasive	cleaner	may	
                                                                                                            damage	the	protective	coating.


                 homeLink       Auto-Dimming           Light     Auto-Dimming          Auto-Dimming
                                indicator Light       Sensor          On                    Off             iNSTANT MOBiLiTY SYSTEM (iMS)
                                               On      Off                                                  The	IMS	emergency	flat	tire	repair	kit	
                Auto-Dimming Mirror                                                                         (located	in	the	trunk)	is	for	a	temporary	
                	 •	 	 uto-Dimming	will	automatically	darken	your	rearview	mirror	to	reduce	
                     A                                                                                      repair	of	a	slightly	damaged	flat	tire,	
                     headlight	glare	from	vehicles	behind	you.	                                             resulting	from	running	over	nails,	or	
                                                                                                            similar	sharp	objects	on	the	road	surface.	
                	 •	 	 uto-Dimming	is	activated	every	time	the	vehicle	is	started.
                     A
                                                                                                            Refer	to	your	Owner’s	Manual	for	
                  NOTE: In	addition	to	the	auto-dimming	mirror’s	front	light	sensor,	there	is	also	a	       complete	details.
                  rear	light	sensor	(not	shown).	Do	not	place	or	hang	any	objects	over	the	front	or	rear	
                  mirror	light	sensors,	otherwise,	the	auto-dimming	mirrors	will	not	operate	properly.

                homeLink ®
                	 •	 	 his	feature	provides	a	convenient	way	to	replace	up	to	three	
                     T
                     transmitters	such	as	garage	door	openers,	home	lighting	remotes	
                     and	other	radio	frequency	devices.
                	 •	 Refer	to	your	Owner’s	Manual	for	complete	programming	details.




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Convertible Top
                MANUAL CONVERTiBLE TOP                                                                3 Fold	back	top	and	push	firmly	on	front	of	top	to	securely	lock	in	
                                                                                                        open	position.
                When	raising	or	lowering	the	manual	convertible	top,	the	vehicle	must	be	
                stopped	on	level	ground	with	parking	brake	set,	windows	lowered	a	minimum	                                                  NOTE: If	manual	soft	top	does	not	
                of	1	inch	and	all	items	in	the	convertible	top	storage	area	removed.                                                        fold	easily,	then	slowly	lower	it	while	
                                                                                                                                            pushing	down	on	the	upper	part	of	
                To Lower:                                                                                                                   rear	glass	with	your	hand.
                   1 Push	release	button	A	while	pulling	latch	B	rearward	to	disengage.




                                                                            A
                                                    B                                                 4 Raise	wind	blocker.




                   2 Pull	front	of	top	rearward	to	release	from	windshield	header.




                                                                                                    To Raise:
                                                                                                      1 Lower	wind	blocker.                  2 Pull	unlock	lever	to	release	top	
                                                                                                                                               from	open	position.




                	 	 •	 If	opening	from	inside	          	 	 •	 If	opening	from	outside	vehicle,		
                	 	 	 vehicle,	use	either	handle.       	 	 	 grasp	side	of	top,	near		       	
                                                        	 	 	 windshield	header.


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Convertible Top
                   3 Pull	front	of	top	forward	to	closed	position	(against	the	windshield	header).      POWER RETRACTABLE hARDTOP
                                                                                                        When	raising	or	lowering	the	power	retractable	hardtop,	the	vehicle	must	be	
                                                                                                        stopped	on	level	ground	with	parking	brake	set	and	ignition	on.	Shift	manual	
                                                                                                        transmission	to	neutral	or	shift	automatic	transmission	to	Park	or	neutral.
                                                                                                        To Lower:
                                                                                                          1 Push	release	button	A	while	pulling	latch	B	rearward	to	disengage.	The	
                                                                                                            indicator	light	will	illuminate	when	the	latch	is	disengaged	indicating	the	
                                                                                                            top	can	be	opened.


                	 	 •	 If	closing	from	inside		 ehicle,		 	 	 	 •	 If	closing	from	outside	vehicle,		
                                              v
                	 	 	 grasp	either	handle.                  	 	 	 grasp	side	of	top	near		          	
                                                            	 	 	 windshield	header.

                   4 Push	lever	on	top	latch	forward	until	lock	button	clicks	and	top	latch	is	
                     securely	locked.
                                                           WARNiNg: if red indicator is                                                                  A
                                                                                                                                     B
                                                           visible on release button, top
                                                           is not securely latched.



                                                                                                          2 Push	and	hold	the	open	button.	
                                                                                                            The	indicator	light	will	flash	
                                                                                                            during	the	opening	operation.

                                                                                                                   Open button

                                                                  NOTE: Manual Convertible
                                                                  Top Maintenance:	Remove	
                                                                  leaves	or	other	matter	that	may	
                                                                                                              indicator light
                                                                  accumulate	around	the	area	
                                                                  where	the	soft	top	meets	the	         	 	 •	 Windows	automatically	lower,	
                                                                  vehicle	body	to	prevent	water	
                                                                  drainage	outlets	from	becoming	
                                                                                                        	 	 	 deck	raises,	top	lowers,	and		 	
                                                                  clogged.	Clogged	water	drainage	      	 	 	 then	deck	closes.
                                                                  outlets	may	result	in	water	
                                                                  intrusion	into	the	passenger	          NOTE: A	beep	sounds	and	the	
                                                                  compartment.	For	detailed	             indicator	light	turns	off	to	confirm	
                                                                  maintenance	of	the	water	drains,	      operation	is	complete.
                                                                  refer	to	MyMazda.com	or	consult	
                                                                  an	Authorized	Mazda	Dealer.
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Convertible Top
                   3 Raise	wind	blocker.                  3 Push	lever	on	top	latch	up	until	lock	button	clicks	and	top	latch	is	
                                                            securely	latched.	
                                                                                                         WARNiNg: if red indicator is
                                                                                                         visible on release button, top
                                                                                                         is not securely latched.




                To Raise:
                   1 Lower	wind	blocker.



                                                          NOTE:
                                                           •	 If	open/close	button	is	released	during	operation,	the	operation	will	stop	
                                                               and	a	beep	will	sound.
                                                            •	 If	trunk	is	open,	a	beep	sounds	when	pushing	open/close	buttons	and	top	
                                                               will	not	operate	until	trunk	is	closed.
                                                            •	 If	beep	sounds	when	vehicle	is	placed	in	gear,	verify	the	power	retractable	
                                                               hardtop	is	fully	lowered/raised	and	the	latch	is	closed	if	in	raised	position.
                                                            •	 In	case	of	a	power	loss,	the	tools	for	manually	raising	the	power	
                                                               retractable	hardtop	are	located	in	the	glove	compartment;	see	Owner’s	
                   2 Push	and	hold	the	close	button.	          Manual	for	manual	operating	instructions.
                     The	indicator	light	will	flash	
                     during	the	closing	operation.

                                       Close button




                	 	 •	 Windows	automatically	lower,	
                	 	 	 deck	raises,	top	raises,	
                	 	 	 deck	closes.

                  NOTE: A	beep	sounds	and	the	
                  indicator	light	turns	off	to	confirm	
                  operation	is	complete.


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Manual Climate Control                                                                         Automatic Climate Control




                 Mode Selector Dial           Temperature                     Fan Control Dial             Mode Selector Dial           Temperature                         Fan Control Dial
                 Rotate	the	dial	to		 	       Control Dial                    Rotate	the	dial	to	set	      Rotate	the	dial	to		         Control Dial                        Rotate	the	dial	to	set	
                 select	airflow	mode.         Rotate	the	dial	for	            desired	fan	speed.           select	airflow	mode.         Rotate	the	dial	for	                desired	fan	speed.
                                              temperature	control.            R
                                                                              	 otate	dial	to	OFF	to	                                   temperature	control.	               AUTO:	The	amount	
                  NOTE: Turn	the	mode	                                                                     AUTO:	The	
                                          	
                  selector	dial	to	an	OPen	         Push	to	recirculate		     turn	system	off.             airflow	mode	                	         Push	to	recirculate		     of	airflow	will	be	
                  MODe	position	for	      	         cabin	air	to		 	                                       automatically	adjusts.       	         cabin	air	to	reduce		     automatically	
                                                                                    Push	to		    	                                                                          controlled	in	relation	to	
                  maximum	comfort	while	  	         reduce	outside		                                                                    	         outside	odors	and		
                  the	roof	is	open.                                           	     manually	turn	air		     NOTE: Turn	the	mode	                                            the	set	temperature.
                                          	         odors	and	improve		       	     conditioning	on		                                   	         improve	cooling		
                                                                                                            selector	dial	to	an	OPen	
                 	 	    Dashboard	vents		 	         cooling	(indicator		      	     or	off.                 MODe	position	for	          	         (indicator	lit)	or		      Rotate	dial	to	OFF	to	
                 	 	    (Open	Mode)       	         lit)	or	receive	fresh		                                 maximum	comfort	while	      	         receive	fresh	air		       turn	system	off.
                                          	         air	(indicator	off).                                    the	roof	is	open.           	         (indicator	off).                 Push	to		    	
                 	 	    D
                        	 ashboard	and	
                        floor	vents	                                                                       	 	    Dashboard	vents		                                         	      manually	turn	air		
                                                                                                                                            Automatic	climate	control	
                        (Open	Mode)                                                                        	 	    (Open	Mode)               will	allow	you	to	maintain	a	   	      conditioning	on		
                                                Outer Vents                                                	 	    D
                                                                                                                  	 ashboard	and	           preset	cabin	temperature.       	      or	off.
                 	 	    F
                        	 loor	vents	
                        (Open	Mode)             Push	button	to	open/close	outer	vents	only.                       floor	vents	
                                                                                                                  (Open	Mode)
                 	 	    Dashboard	vents
                                                                                                           	 	    F
                                                                                                                  	 loor	vents	
                        Floor	vents                                                                               (Open	Mode)
                 	 	    Defroster	and	                                                                     	 	    Dashboard	vents           NOTE: (Applies to Manual and Automatic Climate
                 	 	    floor	vents                                                                                                         Control Systems)	With	defroster	and	floor	vents	or	
                                                                                                                  Floor	vents
                 	 	    Defroster	vents                                                                                                     windshield	defroster	mode,	the	system	turns	on	the	
                                                                                                           	 	    Defroster	and	            A/C	compressor	and	selects	the	FReSH	AIR	mode.	
                 Push      	to	defrost	                                                                    	 	    floor	vents               This	helps	defrost	the	windows	more	efficiently	by	
                 the	rear	window.                                                                          	 	    Defroster	vents           dehumidifying	the	air.	The	A/C	compressor	will	always	
                                                                                                                                            be	on	in	defroster	mode,	but	the	defroster	(and	floor)	
                                                                                                           Push      	to	defrost	           will	deliver	warm	air	when	the	temperature	dial	is	set	to	
                                                                                                           the	rear	window.                 a	warmer	temperature	and	the	engine	warms	up.




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Audio Controls
                                                                                                                                         TO LOAD/PLAY A CD
           SETTiNg YOUR CLOCK
                                                                                                                                         (if equipped with 6-CD changer)
          1.		 ush	and	hold	the	CLOCK
            	P
             button	for	2	seconds	until	                                                                                                 1.		 ush	the	LOAD	button.
                                                                                                                                           	P
             a	beep	is	heard	and	the	                                                                                                    2.		 fter	“In”	is	displayed	on	the	
                                                                                                                                           	A
             displayed	time	flashes.	                                                                                                       Information	Display,	insert	the	CD.
          2.		 se	H	to	set	hours	and	M	to	
            	U                                                                                                                           3.		 epeat	steps	1	and	2	until	up	to	
                                                                                                                                           	R
             set	minutes,	then	push	the	                                                                                                    6	CDs	are	loaded.
             CLOCK	button.
                                                                                                                                         To Change Music CD
          NOTE: To	select	12-hour	or	24-hour	                                                                                            Push	the	DISC	button	( or	 )	
          clock	time,	turn	the	TUNE/AUDIO
                                                                                                                                         during	playback.
          CONT	dial	while	the	clock	display	is	
          flashing.	After	selecting	the	desired	                                                                                         To Change MP3/WMA CD
          display,	push	the	audio	control	dial	to	                                                                                       Push	the	DISC	button	( or	 )	for	
          return	to	the	flashing	clock	display.                                                                                          1.5	seconds	or	more	during	playback.



                POWER ON                               TUNiNg                                 	 •	 	 uto-Memory Tuning
                                                                                                   A                                    AUDiO DiSPLAY FUNCTiONS
                Push	the	Power/volume	dial	to	turn	    The	radio	has	the	following	                Push	and	hold	the	AUTO-M	            	 •	 Clock
                the	radio	on.                          tuning	controls:	                           button	to	store	an	additional	       	 •	 Audio
                                                       	 •	 	 anual	Tuning:	Turn	the	
                                                            M                                      6	stations	on	each	FM	and	AM	        	 •	 Bluetooth®	Hands-Free	
                MEDiA SELECTiON                                                                    band	without	disturbing	the	
                                                            TUne	dial	to	manually	change	                                               BLUETOOTh ®
                Radio:	Push	FM/AM	button	to	                                                       previously	stored	stations.	This	
                                                            the	frequency.                                                              When	available,	the	audio	
                select	the	FM1,	FM2,	or	AM	band.	                                                  is	useful	when	driving	in	an	area	
                                                       	 •	 	 eek	Tuning:	Push	the	Seek/
                                                            S                                      where	the	local	stations	are	not	    display	shows:	
                The	selected	band	will	be	indicated	
                                                            TRACk	      	tuning	buttons	           known.	Refer	to	the	Owner’s	
                in	the	Radio	Display.                                                                                                      •	 TeLePHOne	nUMBeRS
                                                            to	seek	a	higher	or	lower	             Manual	for	complete	details.	
                Satellite Radio:	Push	the	SIRIUS	                                                                                       	 •	 	 LUeTOOTH®	HAnDS-FRee	
                                                                                                                                              B
                                                            frequency	with	a	station.
                                                                                                                                              MeSSAGeS
                button	for	SIRIUS®	Satellite	radio.	   	 •	 	 can	Tuning:	Push	the	SCAn	
                                                            S                                  FOLDER SEARCh                            	 •	 OPeRATIOn	STATUS
                See	the	Owner’s	Manual	for	                 button	to	automatically	sample	    (during MP3/WMA CD playback)
                more	details.                               strong	stations	for	a	few	         	 •	 	 o	change	to	the	previous	
                                                                                                    T
                CD: Push	CD	to	select	the	                  seconds	each.	Push	again	               folder,	push	the	folder	down	
                CD	player.                                  to	cancel.                              button	( )	for	less	than	1.5	
                                                       	 •	 	 reset	Channel:	Push	the	
                                                            P                                       seconds,	or	push	the	folder	
                                                            Preset	Channel	buttons	(1-6)	           up	button	( )	for	less	than	1.5	
                                                            to	select	a	station	stored	in	          seconds	to	advance	to	
                                                            memory.	To	store	a	station,	            the	next	folder.
                                                            push	and	hold	a	button	(1-6)	
                                                            until	a	beep	is	heard.

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Bluetooth
                                            ®




                 PAiRiNg YOUR BLUETOOTh® PhONE
                  NOTE: Before	pairing	your	cell	phone	or	audio	device,	it	is	recommended	that	you	
                  refer	to	its	manual	for	steps	to	turn	on	Bluetooth®	and	perform	pairing.
                     1	 Activate	the	Bluetooth®	application	of	the	mobile	telephone.	
                     2	 Push	button        located	on	steering	wheel.	
                     3	 After	the	beep	say,	“Setup”.	
                     4	 After	the	beep,	say, “Pairing options”.	
                     5	 After	the	beep,	say, “Pair a Phone”.
                     6	 After	the	beep,	say	any	4-digit	code.
                     7	 T
                        	 he	prompt	will	repeat	the	number	and	ask	if	it	is	correct.	After	the	
                        beep,	say,	“Yes”	or	“No”.	If	no,	the	system	will	repeat	the	process.
                     8	 	 se	your	phone’s	manual	for	instructions	on	how	to	proceed.	
                        U
                  NOTE: you	can	also	find	this	information	on	www.mazdausa.com/bluetooth.	
                  Select	your	model,	then	select	Bluetooth®	and	then	follow	the	screen	prompts.             MyMazda.com—The Official
                    9	 Input	the	4-digit	code.	                                                             Site for Mazda Owners
                   10	 	 ame	your	phone,	like, “heather’s Phone”.
                       n
                   11	 T
                       	 he	prompt	will	confirm	the	name.	After	the	beep	say,	“Yes”	or	“No”.	               Register today on MyMazda.com—the ultimate
                   12	 A
                       	 fter	the	beep	say	a	priority	number	between	1	and	7.	1	being	the	                  destination for Mazda Owners. Once registered,
                       phone	used	most	often.                                                               you’ll be able to take advantage of benefits
                   13	 T he	prompt	will	confirm	the	priority	number.	After	the	beep	say,	“Yes”
                       	                                                                                    exclusively for Mazda owners:
                       or	“No”.                                                                               •		nsider	access	to	exclusive	events	
                                                                                                                I
                   14	 	 airing	is	complete.
                       P                                                                                        and promotions
                  Please call 800-430-0153 for questions regarding Bluetooth®                               	 •	Personalized	maintenance	schedules
                  compatibility, phone pairing, or other phone related problems.                            	 •	Zoom-Zoom	Owner	Magazine
                                                                                                            	 •		 arranty	information	and	on-line	
                                                                                                                W
                 To Make or Receive a hands-Free Call:
                                                                                                                Owner’s Manuals
                     1 To	make	a	call,	push          .	                                                     	 •	Wallpaper,	videos	and	other	fun	stuff
                     2	 After	the	beep	say,	“Dial”.
                         	                                                                                  	 •		 ccessories	specifically	designed	for	
                                                                                                                A
                     3	 Say	the	number	you	want	dialed.	If	the	number	repeated	back	is	
                         	                                                                                      your vehicle
                         correct	say,	“Yes,”	and	the	prompt	will	say	it	is	dialing.	                        	 •		 ar	Care	Discount	Coupons	available	
                                                                                                                C
                 	 		•		 To	receive	a	call,	push
                       	                                .	                                                      from	your	Mazda	Dealer
                 	 		•		 To	end	or	reject	a	call,	push	and	hold
                       	                                           ;	a	beep	will	confirm	the	
                       	 call	is	ended.                                                                     Visit and register at MyMazda.com today!
                  NOTE:
                  	 •	 		 hen	using	voice	recognition,	wait	for	the	beep.	Prompt	can	be	interrupted		by	
                        W
                        pushing	        	button.
                  	 •	 		 lease	refer	to	your	Owner’s	Manual	for	complete	details	on	how	to	“pair”	up	
                        P
                        to	7	Bluetooth®	phones,	and	how	to	use	the	built-in	tutorial	and	other	important	
                        safety	information.
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Customer Delivery Checklist                                                                                                 Customer Delivery Checklist
   VEhiCLE PRESENTATiON:                                                                                                           DEALERShiP                              DATE
   Refer to the Smart Start Guide during presentation

        Keyless Entry ...............................1-2              AUx jack ...................................... 12
             •		 dvanced	key*
               A
               	                                                                                                                   SALES CONSULTANT                        CUSTOMER’S NAME
             •		 oor	Request	Switches*
               D
               	                                                      Flat Tire ......................................... 14
             •	Trunk	Request	Switch*                                  •		nstant	Mobility	System	(IMS)	
                                                                        I
             •	keyless	entry	Transmitter                                located	in	trunk	                                          ViN                                     E-MAiL

        Starting the Engine........................ 2                 Convertible Top ........................ 15-20
   	    •	Start	knob	Ignition	(Advanced	key*)                         •	Manual	Convertible	Top
                                                                      •		 anual	Convertible	Top	
                                                                        M
        Seats ............................................ 3-4          Maintenance                                            PRESENTATiON OF OWNER’S MATERiALS:
        •	Adjustment                                              	   •	Power	Retractable	Hardtop                              Review the following items with the customer
   	    •	Heated	Seats*
   	    •	Passenger	Air	Bag	                                          Climate Control ........................ 21-22
   	    	 Deactivation	Switch                                         •	Manual	Controls				
                                                                                                                                    Smart Start guide                          MyMazda.com
   	    •	Behind	Seat	Storage*                                    	   •	AUTO	Controls                                          	    •		 emove	this	checklist	from	
                                                                                                                                      R                                    	   •		 ffer	to	register	customer	on	
                                                                                                                                                                                 O
                                                                  	   •	vent	Operation                                                Smart	Start	Guide                          MyMazda.com
        Fuel Door Release ......................... 4
                                                                                                                                    Warranty information                       Owner’s Manual
        Driver’s View ............................... 5-6                                                                      	    •		 asic	vehicle	–	
                                                                                                                                      B
        •	Location	of	Switches	and	Controls                                                                                           36	months/36,000	miles
   	    •	Trunk	Lid	Release	Button
                                                                                                                               	    •	Roadside	assistance	program
        instrument Cluster ..................... 7-8
                                                                      Set Clock ...................................... 23      SERViCE DEPARTMENT
   	    •		ndicator	light	function	and	location
          I
   	    •	InFO	Button	(Fuel	Mileage)                                                                                                Introduce	Service	Manager;	                    Scheduled Maintenance
                                                                      Audio Controls ......................... 23-24                Provide	business	cards                         Windshield Cling Reminder
        Exterior Lighting Controls ............ 9                 	   •	SIRIUS®	Satellite	Radio	Operation
                                                                                                                                    Review	Service	and	Parts	Department	           Affix to inside windshield
                                                                      Bluetooth ® hands-Free* .............. 25                     hours	of	operation
                                                                      •	Pair	Phone                                                  explain	free	Full	Circle	
                                                                  	   •	Make	a	Call                                                 Service	Inspection	
                                                                  	   •		 oll-Free	Customer	Service	
                                                                        T                                                           Schedule	first	maintenance	service
        Wiper/Washer................................10                  800-430-0153



                                                                                                            *if equipped
   All items in the Customer Delivery Checklist have been reviewed with the customer and
   the first maintenance appointment has been scheduled:
       SALES CONSULTANT                                          CUSTOMER


   Signed copy must be placed in dealer jacket




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gENUiNE MAzDA SERViCE
      Because you and your Mazda deserve the best

      your	new	Mazda	deserves	nothing	less	than	the	very	best.	To	keep	it	running	
      like	new	for	years	to	come,	trust	the	experts	at	your	local	Authorized	Mazda	
      Dealer.	Simply	bring	your	vehicle	in	for	your	scheduled	maintenance	and	any	
      needed	repairs.*

      At	participating	Mazda	Full	Circle	Service	Centers,**	our	technicians	will	
      automatically	perform	a	complimentary	Full	Circle	inspection	on	your	vehicle	
      and	issue	a	detailed	report	card	at	every	visit.	This	is	designed	to	help	you	
      keep	track	of	your	Mazda’s	critical	operating	condition.	Our	factory-trained	
      technicians	know	your	vehicle	inside	out	and	use	Genuine	Mazda	Parts,	
      giving	your	vehicle	the	optimum	care	and	maintenance	it	requires	to	run	
      with	flawless	precision.

      Remember,	to	further	enhance	your	driving	experience,	visit	your	local	
      Mazda	Service	Center	for	your	scheduled	maintenance.	It’s	also	the	place	
      where	you	can	find	a	wide	variety	of	tires,	parts,	and	accessories	that	are	
      just	right	for	your	vehicle.
      * See vehicle’s scheduled-maintenance program for details.
      ** Visit the Mazda Owners website at MyMazda.com/fullcircle to find a
      participating Mazda Full Circle Service Dealer.
      Customer Assistance Center: 1-800-222-5500
      Roadside Assistance Contact: 1-800-866-1998




                          FREE FULL CiRCLE SERViCE iNSPECTiON
                          We’re committed to providing expert Mazda service.


                          you	love	to	drive	your	Mazda,	and	we	love	to	service	your	
                          Mazda.	With	our	Full	Circle	Service,	we’ll	give	your	vehicle	a	
                          COMPLIMENTARY	MULTI-POINT	INSPECTION.	your	Mazda	
                          will	receive	a	thorough	review	of	its	most	crucial	components.


      This	easy-to-use	Smart	Start	Guide	is	intended	to	help	you	more	fully	appreciate	some	
      of	the	unique	features	and	functions	of	your	new	vehicle.	However,	it	is	not	intended	to	
      replace	your	Owner’s	Manual.	The	Owner’s	Manual	contains	more	detailed	information	
      to	help	you	better	understand	the	important	safety	warnings,	features,	operation,	and	
      maintenance	of	your	vehicle.	All	information,	specifications,	photographs	and	illustrations	
      in	this	publication	are	those	in	effect	at	the	time	of	printing.	Mazda	reserves	the	right	to	
      change	specifications	or	design	without	obligation.

       ©	Mazda	north	American	Operations
                   Printed	in	U.S.A.	06/09
                                    Print	1
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2010 Mazda Mx5 Miata Qt

  • 1.
    t{ i{ M 5E X- ID U MG RT D{ { ST {ZR T { mSM 0 201 Optional equipment shown. 211067_10a_MX5_SSG_042409.indd 1 4/24/09 3:32:31 PM
  • 2.
    Key Lock ADVANCED KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM STARTiNg ThE ENgiNE Unlock • his system allows you to lock and T While Carrying the Advanced Key… unlock the doors, and even start the • tart the engine by pushing the start knob in and turning it (like a S engine without ever taking the key out. normal key) while pushing the clutch pedal (manual transmission) or the While Carrying the Advanced Key… brake pedal (automatic transmission). Trunk • nlock the driver’s door by pushing U • hut the engine OFF by turning the start knob to the ACC position S Panic Alarm the driver’s door request switch once. and then pushing in and turning to the Lock position. • nlock all doors by pushing the U Door Request Switch driver’s door request switch twice • he KEY T indicator light will illuminate gREEN when the advanced OR by pushing the passenger’s door key is detected. If the KEY indicator light flashes gREEN, the request switch once. advanced key transmitter battery power is low. • ock all doors by pushing the driver’s L door or passenger door request • If the advanced key cannot be used due to a malfunction or dead switch once. advanced key battery, use the auxiliary key to lock/unlock the doors • pen the trunk by pushing the trunk O and to start the engine. Trunk Request Switch request switch once. • pen the front windows by pushing O With the Auxiliary Key… the unlock button on the advanced 1 To start engine, remove the keyless entry transmitter and then Start knob cover by pushing pushing again and holding; release both release buttons and to stop. pulling the cover off. 2 Push the key release to remove the auxiliary key. KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM 3 nsert the auxiliary key into I This system remotely locks and unlocks the doors and the trunk, and opens the key cylinder and turn the power windows. it to start the engine. Release Button Unlock • Push to extend key. • Push once to unlock • Push & fold to retract key. driver’s door. • Push twice (within three Advanced Key Lock seconds) to unlock • Push once to lock both doors. both doors. • Push twice and hold to open front windows. Auxiliary Key • Push twice (within five (for opening the doors and seconds) for horn sound Panic Alarm Key starting the engine) verification that both • Push for one second or Release doors are locked. more to activate alarm. • Push Lock, Unlock, 1 Trunk or Panic Alarm to turn 2 • Push and hold to open trunk. alarm off. 211067_10a_MX5_SSG_042409.indd 2-3 4/24/09 3:32:48 PM
  • 3.
    Seats SEAT CONTROLS Behind Seat Storage (Soft top only) Move seatbacks forward to access the height Adjustment Lever Recline Lever seat back trim storage boxes. Raise or lower seat height by repeatedly Pull up to adjust pulling (up) or pushing (down) on the lever. seatback angle. FUEL DOOR RELEASE Slide Release Lever The fuel door release is in the seat side box located between the seats. Pull lever up to 1 ull handle to open the seat side box. P move seat backward 2 To open the fuel door, pull the fuel door release. or forward. 1 2 Seat Warmers The driver and front passenger seats can be warmed by rotating the applicable seat warmer dial while the ignition is On. • Seat temperature increases as the number on the dial increases. • When the seat warmers are not needed, rotate the dials to 0. FUEL DOOR To avoid scratching the paint during refueling, secure the fuel filler cap tether Passenger’s Seat Air Bag Deactivation Switch over the hook as shown. Deactivate passenger’s seat air bag when using a child-safety seat. To Deactivate/Activate: Insert ignition key or auxiliary key (ADvAnCeD keyLeSS enTRy) in FUEL REqUiREMENTS switch, rotate to OFF/On, remove key. 91-octane fuel is recommended. If 91-octane fuel is not available, fuel as low as Passenger air bag off indicator illuminates when 87-octane can be used temporarily for emergency purposes. Use of fuel lower air bag is deactivated and ignition is on. See than 91-octane can decrease performance, cause knocking/engine noise Owner’s Manual for additional information on and can deteriorate shift quality. Refueling the vehicle with correct octane 3 this feature. fuel a couple of times will restore vehicle performance and shift quality. 4 211067_10a_MX5_SSG_042409.indd 4-5 4/24/09 3:33:05 PM
  • 4.
    Driver’s View BLUETOOTh ® hANDS-FREE/ WiPER/ PASSENgER LighTS/TURN SigNAL AUDiO WAShER AUDiO hAzARD AiR BAg OFF (P. 9) (P. 25) (P. 10) (PP. 23-24) WARNiNg iNDiCATOR PASSENgER’S SEAT AiR BAg DEACTiVATiON (P. 3) DYNAMiC POWER STABiLiTY RETRACTABLE CONTROL (DSC) hARDTOP (if equipped) (P. 18) TRUNK RELEASE hOOD TiLT STEERiNg CRUiSE CLiMATE ACCESSORY AUx jACK SEAT (P. 12) WARMERS RELEASE WhEEL LEVER CONTROL CONTROL SOCKET (PP. 21-22) (P. 3) 5 6 211067_10a_MX5_SSG_042409.indd 6-7 4/24/09 3:33:16 PM
  • 5.
    Instrument Cluster DAShBOARD FUEL gAUgE TAChOMETER ENgiNE OiL ODOMETER/TRiP SPEEDOMETER ENgiNE COOLANT iNFO BUTTON iLLUMiNATiON PRESSURE gAUgE METER/AVERAgE FUEL TEMPERATURE ECONOMY/AMBiENT gAUgE gLOSSARY OF WARNiNg AND iNDiCATOR LighTS TEMPERATURE DiSPLAY NOTE: See Owner’s Manual for more details and explanations. Low Fuel Automatic Transmission Security iNFO Transmission malfunction Push InFO button to display the DSC Dynamic Stability Control Door Ajar following below the odometer: OFF (DSC)/Traction Control Turn Signals/ Brake • Trip Meter A System (TCS) Off hazard Warning Parking brake on/low brake • Trip Meter B ABS KEY Warning Light (RED) fluid/malfunction • Average fuel economy (Antilock Brake System) Advanced key not detected or • Ambient Temperature Display ABS malfunction advanced key battery is dead. Cruise Main (AMBER)/ KEY indicator Light (gREEN) Cruise Set (gREEN) NOTE: Check Engine On: Advanced key detected; engine • o clear trip and average fuel T is ready to start Tire Pressure economy, push and hold InFO Charging System Flashing: Advanced key battery is low Charging system malfunction Monitoring System (TPMS) button when displayed. Tire pressure may be low in one or • o change the ambient T Traction Control System Air Bag/Front Seat Belt more tires. temperature display between (TCS)/Dynamic Stability Pretensioner System °F and °C, push and hold InFO Control (DSC) On or Flashing: Air Bag malfunction FLAT Flat Tire button when displayed. On: TCS/DSC malfunction TIRE Flat tire/malfunction Flashing: TCS/DSC operating headlight high Beam NOTE: The tire pressure should be set when tires are cold. Large changes in 7 A/T Shift Position Seat Belt ambient temperatures or altitude will cause tire pressure change and may cause 8 Seat Belt unbuckled/malfunction TPMS warning light to illuminate. 211067_10a_MX5_SSG_042409.indd 8-9 4/24/09 3:33:27 PM
  • 6.
    Feature Highlights LighTiNg CONTROL/TURN SigNAL LEVER WiNDShiELD WiPER/WAShER CONTROL LEVER : Turns tail, parking, dashboard, : Turns fog lights on only and headlights on. when headlights are on. Push for T e) high Beams MIS le swip g (sin OFF INT ent (intermitt wipers) LO (low Pull speed wipers) to Flash HI (high high Beams speed w ipers) Pull to dispense washer fluid •: Turns tail, parking, and dashboard lights on. 9 10 211067_10a_MX5_SSG_042409.indd 10-11 4/24/09 3:33:38 PM
  • 7.
    Feature Highlights AUTOMATiC TRANSMiSSiON 6-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMiSSiON Sport AT Manual Shift Mode • Push the clutch pedal completely down The Sport AT Manual Shift Mode gives you to start the engine and to shift gears. the feel of driving a manual transmission • To place the transmission in Reverse, by allowing you to manually shift to place shifter in the neutral position, control engine rpm and torque when push the shifter down, move to the left more control is desired. and push forward. To Use Manual Shift Mode: • Shift lever from D to M. NOTE: • Changing to manual mode can be done while driving the vehicle. • he transmission will not upshift automatically in manual mode, T even if the tachometer reaches redline. To Shift Up To A Higher Gear: To Shift Down To A Lower Gear: PORTABLE AUDiO PLAYER iNTEgRATiON • Tap shift lever back (+) once. • Tap shift lever forward (-) once. USiNg ThE AUx jACK OR OR your vehicle is equipped with an AUX or auxiliary jack that will allow you to play Auxiliary • ull the UP steering P • Push the DOWn steering jack shift switch. shift switch. your portable audio player through the vehicle’s audio system. Learn the system Direct Mode when parked and do not let it distract you To manually shift gears while in Drive, the steering shift switches may be while driving. Refer to the Owner’s Manual used. After manually shifting, the transmission will return to normal drive for additional information. mode under any of the following conditions: NOTE: you will need a cable with an • seconds of steady throttle 4 1/8 inch mini stereo plug to connect your portable audio player into the aux jack. • ccelerator pedal is fully depressed (Wide Open Throttle) A • achometer reaches redline T 1 Locate the AUX jack below the • ehicle is stopped or moving at a slow speed v climate controls. 2 Plug your portable audio player into To Shift Up To A Higher Gear: To Shift Down To A Lower Gear: the AUX jack and turn it on. • ull the UP steering P • Push the DOWn steering 3 Turn the vehicle audio system on. shift switch. shift switch. 4 Push the AUX button on the audio face or the MODe button on the steering wheel controls. 5 se the portable audio player controls to U Down play music. NOTE: Set the volume level on your portable audio player to the highest level before distortion starts. Then adjust the volume in the vehicle using the audio system Up POWeR/vOLUMe control or the steering wheel volume up and down controls. 11 12 211067_10a_MX5_SSG_042409.indd 12-13 4/24/09 3:33:51 PM
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    Feature Highlights AUTO-DiMMiNg MiRROR AND hOMELiNK® ALUMiNUM WhEEL CARE your aluminum wheels have a protective coating on them. Only use a mild soap or neutral detergent with a sponge or soft cloth to clean them. Using a wire brush, polishing compound, solvent, or any type of abrasive cleaner may damage the protective coating. homeLink Auto-Dimming Light Auto-Dimming Auto-Dimming indicator Light Sensor On Off iNSTANT MOBiLiTY SYSTEM (iMS) On Off The IMS emergency flat tire repair kit Auto-Dimming Mirror (located in the trunk) is for a temporary • uto-Dimming will automatically darken your rearview mirror to reduce A repair of a slightly damaged flat tire, headlight glare from vehicles behind you. resulting from running over nails, or similar sharp objects on the road surface. • uto-Dimming is activated every time the vehicle is started. A Refer to your Owner’s Manual for NOTE: In addition to the auto-dimming mirror’s front light sensor, there is also a complete details. rear light sensor (not shown). Do not place or hang any objects over the front or rear mirror light sensors, otherwise, the auto-dimming mirrors will not operate properly. homeLink ® • his feature provides a convenient way to replace up to three T transmitters such as garage door openers, home lighting remotes and other radio frequency devices. • Refer to your Owner’s Manual for complete programming details. 13 14 211067_10a_MX5_SSG_042409.indd 14-15 4/24/09 3:34:04 PM
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    Convertible Top MANUAL CONVERTiBLE TOP 3 Fold back top and push firmly on front of top to securely lock in open position. When raising or lowering the manual convertible top, the vehicle must be stopped on level ground with parking brake set, windows lowered a minimum NOTE: If manual soft top does not of 1 inch and all items in the convertible top storage area removed. fold easily, then slowly lower it while pushing down on the upper part of To Lower: rear glass with your hand. 1 Push release button A while pulling latch B rearward to disengage. A B 4 Raise wind blocker. 2 Pull front of top rearward to release from windshield header. To Raise: 1 Lower wind blocker. 2 Pull unlock lever to release top from open position. • If opening from inside • If opening from outside vehicle, vehicle, use either handle. grasp side of top, near windshield header. 15 16 211067_10a_MX5_SSG_042409.indd 16-17 4/24/09 3:34:33 PM
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    Convertible Top 3 Pull front of top forward to closed position (against the windshield header). POWER RETRACTABLE hARDTOP When raising or lowering the power retractable hardtop, the vehicle must be stopped on level ground with parking brake set and ignition on. Shift manual transmission to neutral or shift automatic transmission to Park or neutral. To Lower: 1 Push release button A while pulling latch B rearward to disengage. The indicator light will illuminate when the latch is disengaged indicating the top can be opened. • If closing from inside ehicle, • If closing from outside vehicle, v grasp either handle. grasp side of top near windshield header. 4 Push lever on top latch forward until lock button clicks and top latch is securely locked. WARNiNg: if red indicator is A B visible on release button, top is not securely latched. 2 Push and hold the open button. The indicator light will flash during the opening operation. Open button NOTE: Manual Convertible Top Maintenance: Remove leaves or other matter that may indicator light accumulate around the area where the soft top meets the • Windows automatically lower, vehicle body to prevent water drainage outlets from becoming deck raises, top lowers, and clogged. Clogged water drainage then deck closes. outlets may result in water intrusion into the passenger NOTE: A beep sounds and the compartment. For detailed indicator light turns off to confirm maintenance of the water drains, operation is complete. refer to MyMazda.com or consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 17 18 211067_10a_MX5_SSG_042409.indd 18-19 4/24/09 3:35:09 PM
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    Convertible Top 3 Raise wind blocker. 3 Push lever on top latch up until lock button clicks and top latch is securely latched. WARNiNg: if red indicator is visible on release button, top is not securely latched. To Raise: 1 Lower wind blocker. NOTE: • If open/close button is released during operation, the operation will stop and a beep will sound. • If trunk is open, a beep sounds when pushing open/close buttons and top will not operate until trunk is closed. • If beep sounds when vehicle is placed in gear, verify the power retractable hardtop is fully lowered/raised and the latch is closed if in raised position. • In case of a power loss, the tools for manually raising the power retractable hardtop are located in the glove compartment; see Owner’s 2 Push and hold the close button. Manual for manual operating instructions. The indicator light will flash during the closing operation. Close button • Windows automatically lower, deck raises, top raises, deck closes. NOTE: A beep sounds and the indicator light turns off to confirm operation is complete. 19 20 211067_10a_MX5_SSG_042409.indd 20-21 4/24/09 3:35:28 PM
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    Manual Climate Control Automatic Climate Control Mode Selector Dial Temperature Fan Control Dial Mode Selector Dial Temperature Fan Control Dial Rotate the dial to Control Dial Rotate the dial to set Rotate the dial to Control Dial Rotate the dial to set select airflow mode. Rotate the dial for desired fan speed. select airflow mode. Rotate the dial for desired fan speed. temperature control. R otate dial to OFF to temperature control. AUTO: The amount NOTE: Turn the mode AUTO: The selector dial to an OPen Push to recirculate turn system off. airflow mode Push to recirculate of airflow will be MODe position for cabin air to automatically adjusts. cabin air to reduce automatically Push to controlled in relation to maximum comfort while reduce outside outside odors and the roof is open. manually turn air NOTE: Turn the mode the set temperature. odors and improve conditioning on improve cooling selector dial to an OPen Dashboard vents cooling (indicator or off. MODe position for (indicator lit) or Rotate dial to OFF to (Open Mode) lit) or receive fresh maximum comfort while receive fresh air turn system off. air (indicator off). the roof is open. (indicator off). Push to D ashboard and floor vents Dashboard vents manually turn air Automatic climate control (Open Mode) (Open Mode) will allow you to maintain a conditioning on Outer Vents D ashboard and preset cabin temperature. or off. F loor vents (Open Mode) Push button to open/close outer vents only. floor vents (Open Mode) Dashboard vents F loor vents Floor vents (Open Mode) Defroster and Dashboard vents NOTE: (Applies to Manual and Automatic Climate floor vents Control Systems) With defroster and floor vents or Floor vents Defroster vents windshield defroster mode, the system turns on the Defroster and A/C compressor and selects the FReSH AIR mode. Push to defrost floor vents This helps defrost the windows more efficiently by the rear window. Defroster vents dehumidifying the air. The A/C compressor will always be on in defroster mode, but the defroster (and floor) Push to defrost will deliver warm air when the temperature dial is set to the rear window. a warmer temperature and the engine warms up. 21 22 211067_10a_MX5_SSG_042409.indd 22-23 4/24/09 3:35:40 PM
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    Audio Controls TO LOAD/PLAY A CD SETTiNg YOUR CLOCK (if equipped with 6-CD changer) 1. ush and hold the CLOCK P button for 2 seconds until 1. ush the LOAD button. P a beep is heard and the 2. fter “In” is displayed on the A displayed time flashes. Information Display, insert the CD. 2. se H to set hours and M to U 3. epeat steps 1 and 2 until up to R set minutes, then push the 6 CDs are loaded. CLOCK button. To Change Music CD NOTE: To select 12-hour or 24-hour Push the DISC button ( or ) clock time, turn the TUNE/AUDIO during playback. CONT dial while the clock display is flashing. After selecting the desired To Change MP3/WMA CD display, push the audio control dial to Push the DISC button ( or ) for return to the flashing clock display. 1.5 seconds or more during playback. POWER ON TUNiNg • uto-Memory Tuning A AUDiO DiSPLAY FUNCTiONS Push the Power/volume dial to turn The radio has the following Push and hold the AUTO-M • Clock the radio on. tuning controls: button to store an additional • Audio • anual Tuning: Turn the M 6 stations on each FM and AM • Bluetooth® Hands-Free MEDiA SELECTiON band without disturbing the TUne dial to manually change BLUETOOTh ® Radio: Push FM/AM button to previously stored stations. This the frequency. When available, the audio select the FM1, FM2, or AM band. is useful when driving in an area • eek Tuning: Push the Seek/ S where the local stations are not display shows: The selected band will be indicated TRACk tuning buttons known. Refer to the Owner’s in the Radio Display. • TeLePHOne nUMBeRS to seek a higher or lower Manual for complete details. Satellite Radio: Push the SIRIUS • LUeTOOTH® HAnDS-FRee B frequency with a station. MeSSAGeS button for SIRIUS® Satellite radio. • can Tuning: Push the SCAn S FOLDER SEARCh • OPeRATIOn STATUS See the Owner’s Manual for button to automatically sample (during MP3/WMA CD playback) more details. strong stations for a few • o change to the previous T CD: Push CD to select the seconds each. Push again folder, push the folder down CD player. to cancel. button ( ) for less than 1.5 • reset Channel: Push the P seconds, or push the folder Preset Channel buttons (1-6) up button ( ) for less than 1.5 to select a station stored in seconds to advance to memory. To store a station, the next folder. push and hold a button (1-6) until a beep is heard. 23 24 211067_10a_MX5_SSG_042409.indd 24-25 4/24/09 3:35:45 PM
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    Bluetooth ® PAiRiNg YOUR BLUETOOTh® PhONE NOTE: Before pairing your cell phone or audio device, it is recommended that you refer to its manual for steps to turn on Bluetooth® and perform pairing. 1 Activate the Bluetooth® application of the mobile telephone. 2 Push button located on steering wheel. 3 After the beep say, “Setup”. 4 After the beep, say, “Pairing options”. 5 After the beep, say, “Pair a Phone”. 6 After the beep, say any 4-digit code. 7 T he prompt will repeat the number and ask if it is correct. After the beep, say, “Yes” or “No”. If no, the system will repeat the process. 8 se your phone’s manual for instructions on how to proceed. U NOTE: you can also find this information on www.mazdausa.com/bluetooth. Select your model, then select Bluetooth® and then follow the screen prompts. MyMazda.com—The Official 9 Input the 4-digit code. Site for Mazda Owners 10 ame your phone, like, “heather’s Phone”. n 11 T he prompt will confirm the name. After the beep say, “Yes” or “No”. Register today on MyMazda.com—the ultimate 12 A fter the beep say a priority number between 1 and 7. 1 being the destination for Mazda Owners. Once registered, phone used most often. you’ll be able to take advantage of benefits 13 T he prompt will confirm the priority number. After the beep say, “Yes” exclusively for Mazda owners: or “No”. • nsider access to exclusive events I 14 airing is complete. P and promotions Please call 800-430-0153 for questions regarding Bluetooth® • Personalized maintenance schedules compatibility, phone pairing, or other phone related problems. • Zoom-Zoom Owner Magazine • arranty information and on-line W To Make or Receive a hands-Free Call: Owner’s Manuals 1 To make a call, push . • Wallpaper, videos and other fun stuff 2 After the beep say, “Dial”. • ccessories specifically designed for A 3 Say the number you want dialed. If the number repeated back is your vehicle correct say, “Yes,” and the prompt will say it is dialing. • ar Care Discount Coupons available C • To receive a call, push . from your Mazda Dealer • To end or reject a call, push and hold ; a beep will confirm the call is ended. Visit and register at MyMazda.com today! NOTE: • hen using voice recognition, wait for the beep. Prompt can be interrupted by W pushing button. • lease refer to your Owner’s Manual for complete details on how to “pair” up P to 7 Bluetooth® phones, and how to use the built-in tutorial and other important safety information. 25 211067_10a_MX5_SSG_042409.indd 26-27 4/24/09 3:35:47 PM
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    Customer Delivery Checklist Customer Delivery Checklist VEhiCLE PRESENTATiON: DEALERShiP DATE Refer to the Smart Start Guide during presentation Keyless Entry ...............................1-2 AUx jack ...................................... 12 • dvanced key* A SALES CONSULTANT CUSTOMER’S NAME • oor Request Switches* D Flat Tire ......................................... 14 • Trunk Request Switch* • nstant Mobility System (IMS) I • keyless entry Transmitter located in trunk ViN E-MAiL Starting the Engine........................ 2 Convertible Top ........................ 15-20 • Start knob Ignition (Advanced key*) • Manual Convertible Top • anual Convertible Top M Seats ............................................ 3-4 Maintenance PRESENTATiON OF OWNER’S MATERiALS: • Adjustment • Power Retractable Hardtop Review the following items with the customer • Heated Seats* • Passenger Air Bag Climate Control ........................ 21-22 Deactivation Switch • Manual Controls Smart Start guide MyMazda.com • Behind Seat Storage* • AUTO Controls • emove this checklist from R • ffer to register customer on O • vent Operation Smart Start Guide MyMazda.com Fuel Door Release ......................... 4 Warranty information Owner’s Manual Driver’s View ............................... 5-6 • asic vehicle – B • Location of Switches and Controls 36 months/36,000 miles • Trunk Lid Release Button • Roadside assistance program instrument Cluster ..................... 7-8 Set Clock ...................................... 23 SERViCE DEPARTMENT • ndicator light function and location I • InFO Button (Fuel Mileage) Introduce Service Manager; Scheduled Maintenance Audio Controls ......................... 23-24 Provide business cards Windshield Cling Reminder Exterior Lighting Controls ............ 9 • SIRIUS® Satellite Radio Operation Review Service and Parts Department Affix to inside windshield Bluetooth ® hands-Free* .............. 25 hours of operation • Pair Phone explain free Full Circle • Make a Call Service Inspection • oll-Free Customer Service T Schedule first maintenance service Wiper/Washer................................10 800-430-0153 *if equipped All items in the Customer Delivery Checklist have been reviewed with the customer and the first maintenance appointment has been scheduled: SALES CONSULTANT CUSTOMER Signed copy must be placed in dealer jacket 211067_10a_MX5_SSG_042409.indd 28-29 4/24/09 3:35:59 PM
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    gENUiNE MAzDA SERViCE Because you and your Mazda deserve the best your new Mazda deserves nothing less than the very best. To keep it running like new for years to come, trust the experts at your local Authorized Mazda Dealer. Simply bring your vehicle in for your scheduled maintenance and any needed repairs.* At participating Mazda Full Circle Service Centers,** our technicians will automatically perform a complimentary Full Circle inspection on your vehicle and issue a detailed report card at every visit. This is designed to help you keep track of your Mazda’s critical operating condition. Our factory-trained technicians know your vehicle inside out and use Genuine Mazda Parts, giving your vehicle the optimum care and maintenance it requires to run with flawless precision. Remember, to further enhance your driving experience, visit your local Mazda Service Center for your scheduled maintenance. It’s also the place where you can find a wide variety of tires, parts, and accessories that are just right for your vehicle. * See vehicle’s scheduled-maintenance program for details. ** Visit the Mazda Owners website at MyMazda.com/fullcircle to find a participating Mazda Full Circle Service Dealer. Customer Assistance Center: 1-800-222-5500 Roadside Assistance Contact: 1-800-866-1998 FREE FULL CiRCLE SERViCE iNSPECTiON We’re committed to providing expert Mazda service. you love to drive your Mazda, and we love to service your Mazda. With our Full Circle Service, we’ll give your vehicle a COMPLIMENTARY MULTI-POINT INSPECTION. your Mazda will receive a thorough review of its most crucial components. This easy-to-use Smart Start Guide is intended to help you more fully appreciate some of the unique features and functions of your new vehicle. However, it is not intended to replace your Owner’s Manual. The Owner’s Manual contains more detailed information to help you better understand the important safety warnings, features, operation, and maintenance of your vehicle. All information, specifications, photographs and illustrations in this publication are those in effect at the time of printing. Mazda reserves the right to change specifications or design without obligation. © Mazda north American Operations Printed in U.S.A. 06/09 Print 1 9999 95 031C 10SS 211067_10a_MX5_SSG_042409.indd 30 4/24/09 3:36:01 PM