Mazda MX-5 (2018 year). Instruction — part 14



(Automatic transmission)
The selector lever is in the P or N
position.



(Manual transmission)
The shift lever is in the neutral
position.



The parking brake is applied.

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Release the SET/ or RESUME/
switch at the desired speed, otherwise
the speed will continue increasing while
the RESUME/ switch is pressed and
held, and continue decreasing while the
SET/ switch is pressed and held
(except when the accelerator pedal is
depressed).

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On a steep grade, the vehicle may
momentarily slow down while ascending
or speed up while descending.



The cruise control will cancel if the
vehicle speed decreases below 21 km/h
(13 mph) when the cruise control is
activated, such as when climbing a steep
grade.



The cruise control may cancel at about
15 km/h (9 mph) below the preset speed,
such as when climbing a long, steep
grade.

The vehicle speed preset using the cruise
control is displayed in the instrument
cluster.

Type A Instrument Cluster

Type B Instrument Cluster

▼ To Increase Cruising Speed

Follow either of these procedures.

To increase speed using cruise control
switch

Press the RESUME/ switch and hold it.
Your vehicle will accelerate. Release the
switch at the desired speed.

Press the RESUME/ switch and release
it immediately to adjust the preset speed.
Multiple operations will increase the
preset speed according to the number of
times it is operated.

Increasing speed with a single
RESUME/ switch operation

Instrument cluster display for vehicle
speed indicated in km/h: 1 km/h (0.6 mph)
Instrument cluster display for vehicle
speed indicated in mph: 1 mph (1.6 km/h)

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To increase speed using accelerator
pedal

Depress the accelerator pedal to accelerate
to the desired speed. Press the SET/
switch and release it immediately.

NOTE
Accelerate if you want to speed up
temporarily when the cruise control is on.
Greater speed will not interfere with or
change the set speed. Take your foot off
the accelerator to return to the set speed.

▼ To Decrease Cruising Speed

Press the SET/ switch and hold it. The
vehicle will gradually slow.
Release the switch at the desired speed.

Press the SET/ switch and release it
immediately to adjust the preset speed.
Multiple operations will decrease the
preset speed according to the number of
times it is operated.

Decreasing speed with a single SET/
switch operation

Instrument cluster display for vehicle
speed indicated in km/h: 1 km/h (0.6 mph)
Instrument cluster display for vehicle
speed indicated in mph: 1 mph (1.6 km/h)

▼ To Resume Cruising Speed at More

Than 25 km/h (16 mph)

If the cruise control system temporarily
canceled (such as by applying the brake
pedal) and the system is still activated, the
most recent set speed will automatically
resume when the RESUME/ switch is
pressed.
If vehicle speed is below 25 km/h (16
mph), increase the vehicle speed up to 25
km/h (16 mph) or more and press the
RESUME/ switch.

▼ To Temporarily Cancel

To temporarily cancel the system, use one
of these methods:



Slightly depress the brake pedal.



(Manual transmission)
Depress the clutch pedal.



Press the OFF/CANCEL switch.

If the RESUME/ switch is pressed when
the vehicle speed is 25 km/h (16 mph) or
higher, the system reverts to the previously
set speed.

NOTE



If any of the following conditions occur,
the cruise control system is temporarily
canceled.



The parking brake is applied.



(Automatic transmission)
The selector lever is in the P or N
position.



(Manual transmission)
The shift lever is in the neutral
position.



When the cruise control system is
temporarily canceled by even one of the
applicable cancel conditions, the speed
cannot be re-set.

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Cruise Control

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(Automatic transmission)
The cruise control cannot be cancelled
while driving in manual mode (selector
lever shifted from D to M position).
Therefore, engine braking will not be
applied even if the transmission is
shifted down to a lower gear. If
deceleration is required, lower the set
speed or depress the brake pedal.

▼ To Deactivate

When a cruising speed has been set
(cruise set indicator light/cruise set
indication(green) turns on)

Long-press the OFF/CANCEL switch or
press the OFF/CANCEL switch 2 times.

When a cruising speed has not been set
(cruise main indicator light (amber)/
cruise main indication (white)turns on)

Press the OFF/CANCEL switch.

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Cruise Control

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Tire Pressure Monitoring System

The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) monitors the pressure for each tire.
If tire pressure is too low in one or more tires, the system will inform the driver via the
warning light in the instrument cluster and by the warning beep sound.
Refer to Warning Indication/Warning Lights on page 4-26.
Refer to Tire Inflation Pressure Warning Beep on page 7-52.

The tire pressure sensors installed on each wheel send tire pressure data by radio signal to
the receiver unit in the vehicle.

Tire pressure sensors

NOTE
When the ambient temperature is low due to seasonal changes, tire temperatures are also
lower. When the tire temperature decreases, the air pressure decreases as well. The TPMS
warning light may illuminate more frequently. Visually inspect the tires daily before driving,
and check tire pressures monthly with a tire pressure gauge. When checking tire pressures,
use of a digital tire pressure gauge is recommended.

TPMS does not alleviate your need to check the pressure and condition of all four tires
regularly.

CAUTION

Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and

inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle
placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the
size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine
the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.)

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As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring
system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is
significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you
should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper
pressure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can
lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may
affect the vehicle's handling and stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the
driver's responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not
reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when
the system is not operating properly.
The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the
system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then
remain continuously illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle
start-ups as long as the malfunction exists. When the malfunction indicator is illuminated,
the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS
malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of replacement
or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly.
Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on
your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to
continue to function properly.

To avoid false readings, the system samples for a little while before indicating a problem. As

a result it will not instantaneously register a rapid tire deflation or blow out.

▼ System Error Activation

When the warning light flashes, there may
be a system malfunction. Consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
A system error activation may occur in the
following cases:



When there is equipment or a device
near the vehicle using the same radio
frequency as that of the tire pressure
sensors.



When a metallic device such as a
non-genuine navigation system is
equipped near the center of the
dashboard, which may block radio
signals from the tire pressure sensor to
the receiver unit.



When using the following devices in the
vehicle that may cause radio
interference with the receiver unit.



A digital device such as a personal
computer.



A current converter device such as a
DC-AC converter.



When excess snow or ice adheres to the
vehicle, especially around the wheels.



When the tire pressure sensor batteries
are exhausted.



When using a wheel with no tire
pressure sensor installed.



When using tires with steel wire
reinforcement in the side walls.



When using tire chains.

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▼ Tires and Wheels

CAUTION

When inspecting or adjusting the tire air
pressures, do not apply excessive force to
the stem part of the wheel unit. The stem
part could be damaged.

Changing tires and wheels

The following procedure allows the TPMS
to recognize a tire pressure sensor's unique
ID signal code whenever tires or wheels
are changed, such as changing to and from
winter tires.

NOTE
Each tire pressure sensor has a unique ID
signal code. The signal code must be
registered with the TPMS before it can
work. The easiest way to do it is to have
an Authorized Mazda Dealer change your
tire and complete ID signal code
registration.

When having tires changed at an
Authorized Mazda Dealer

When an Authorized Mazda Dealer
changes your vehicle's tires, they will
complete the tire pressure sensor ID signal
code registration.

When changing tires yourself

If you or someone else changes tires, you
or someone else can also undertake the
steps for the TPMS to complete the ID
signal code registration.
1. After tires have been changed, switch

the ignition ON, then back to ACC or
OFF.

2. Wait for about 15 minutes.

3. After about 15 minutes, drive the

vehicle at a speed of at least 25 km/h
(16 mph) for 10 minutes and the tire
pressure sensor ID signal code will be
registered automatically.

NOTE
If the vehicle is driven within about 15
minutes of changing tires, the tire pressure
monitoring system warning light will flash
because the sensor ID signal code would
not have been registered. If this happens,
park the vehicle for about 15 minutes,
after which the sensor ID signal code will
register upon driving the vehicle for 10
minutes.

Replacing tires and wheels

CAUTION

When replacing/repairing the tires or

wheels or both, have the work done by
an Authorized Mazda Dealer, or the tire
pressure sensors may be damaged.

The wheels equipped on your Mazda are

specially designed for installation of the
tire pressure sensors. Do not use
non-genuine wheels, otherwise it may
not be possible to install the tire pressure
sensors.

Be sure to have the tire pressure sensors
installed whenever tires or wheels are
replaced.
When having a tire or wheel or both
replaced, the following types of tire
pressure sensor installations are possible.



The tire pressure sensor is removed
from the old wheel and installed to the
new one.

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The same tire pressure sensor is used
with the same wheel. Only the tire is
replaced.



A new tire pressure sensor is installed to
a new wheel.

NOTE



The tire pressure sensor ID signal code
must be registered when a new tire
pressure sensor is purchased. For
purchase of a tire pressure sensor and
registration of the tire pressure sensor
ID signal code, consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.



When reinstalling a previously removed
tire pressure sensor to a wheel, replace
the grommet (seal between valve body/
sensor and wheel) for the tire pressure
sensor.

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5

Interior Features

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

Climate Control System. . . . . 5-4

Operating Tips. . . . . . . .. 5-4
Vent Operation. . . . . . . ..5-5
Manual Type. . . . . . . . .5-7
Fully Automatic Type. . . . .5-12

Before Using the Audio System. ..5-16

Audio Control Switch. . . . .5-16
AUX/USB mode. . . . . . .5-17
Antenna. . . . . . . . . ...5-19

Audio Set [Type A (non-
touchscreen)]. . . . . . . . . 5-21

Power/Volume/Sound
Controls. . . . . . . . . .. 5-21
Clock. . . . . . . . . . ...5-23
Operating the Radio. . . . ....5-24
Operating the Compact Disc (CD)
Player. . . . . . . . . . ..5-26
How to use AUX mode. . . .. 5-29
How to use USB mode. . . ... 5-30
How to use iPod mode. . . . 5-33
Error Indications. . . . . . .5-35
Bluetooth

®

. . . . . . . . ..5-36

Bluetooth

®

Preparation. . . .. 5-39

Available Language. . . . . 5-48
Security Setting. . . . . . .. 5-49
Bluetooth

®

Audio. . . . . ...5-51

Bluetooth

®

Hands-Free. . . .. 5-53

Voice Recognition. . . . ... .5-60
Voice Recognition Learning
Function (Speaker
Enrollment). . . . . . . . .5-62
Troubleshooting. . . . . . ..5-64

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Audio Set [Type B
(touchscreen)]. . . . . . . . ...5-68

Basic Operation Method. . . .5-68
Home screen. . . . . . . ... 5-73
Volume/Display/Sound
Controls. . . . . . . . . .. 5-74
Operating the Radio. . . . . 5-76
Operating the Satellite Radio

*

. . ...

. . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-80
Operating the Compact Disc (CD)
Player

*

. . . . . . . . . . 5-84

How to use AUX mode. . . .. 5-87
How to use USB mode. . . ... 5-88
Bluetooth

®

. . . . . . . . ..5-93

Bluetooth

®

Preparation. . . .. 5-97

Available Language. . . . . 5-99
Bluetooth

®

Audio. . . . . .5-100

How to Use Pandora

®*

. . . 5-103

How to Use Aha™. . . . ...5-105
How to Use Stitcher™ Radio... 5-108
Bluetooth

®

Hands-Free. . . 5-110

Voice Recognition. . . . . 5-120
Settings. . . . . . . . . . 5-123
Applications. . . . . . . ..5-125
Troubleshooting. . . . . . 5-126

Appendix. . . . . . . . . . 5-131

Things You Need to Know. ...5-131

Interior Equipment. . . . . ... 5-139

Sunvisors. . . . . . . . .. 5-139
Interior Lights. . . . . . ...5-139
Accessory Sockets. . . . . 5-140
Cup Holder. . . . . . . ... 5-142
Storage Compartments. . . . 5-146
Windblocker. . . . . . . . 5-148

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MEMO

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Operating Tips



Operate the climate control system with
the engine running.



To prevent the battery from being
discharged, do not leave the fan control
dial on for a long period of time with the
ignition switched ON when the engine is
not running.



Clear all obstructions such as leaves,
snow and ice from the hood and the air
inlet in the cowl grille to improve the
system efficiency.



Use the climate control system to defog
the windows and dehumidify the air.



The recirculate mode should be used
when driving through tunnels or while
in a traffic jam, or when you would like
to shut off outside air for quick cooling
of the interior.



Use the outside air position for
ventilation or windshield defrosting.



If the vehicle has been parked in direct
sunlight during hot weather, open the
windows to let warm air escape, then
run the climate control system.



Run the air conditioner about 10
minutes at least once a month to keep
internal parts lubricated.



Have the air conditioner checked before
the weather gets hot. Lack of refrigerant
may make the air conditioner less
efficient.
The refrigerant specifications are
indicated on a label attached to the
inside of the engine compartment. If the
wrong type of refrigerant is used, it
could result in a serious malfunction of
the air conditioner. Consult a
professional, government certified
repairer for the inspection or repair
because a special device is required for
the air conditioner maintenance.
For details, consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.

Label

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Vent Operation

▼ Adjusting the Vents

Directing airflow

To adjust the direction of airflow, move
the adjustment knob.

NOTE



When using the air conditioner under
humid ambient temperature conditions,
the system may blow fog from the vents.
This is not a sign of trouble but a result
of humid air being suddenly cooled.

Center vents (driver) and Side vents

Air vent open/close

NOTE
The air vents can be fully opened and
closed by operating the knob.

Open

Close

Knob

Airflow direction adjustment

Knob

Center vents (passenger)

Air vent open/close

Open

Close

Knob

Airflow direction adjustment

Knob

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▼ Selecting the Airflow Mode

Dashboard Vents

Dashboard and Floor Vents

Floor Vents

Defroster and Floor Vents

Defroster Vents

NOTE
The location airflow exits the air vents and the airflow amount may change depending on
the open or close status of the air vents.

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Manual Type

Rear window defogger switch

Air intake selector switch

Fan control dial

Temperature control dial

A/C switch

Rear window defogger switch

Air intake selector switch

A/C switch

Mode selector dial

Fan control dial

Temperature control dial

Mode selector dial

Type A

Type B

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▼ Control Switches

Temperature control dial

This dial controls temperature. Turn it
clockwise for hot and counterclockwise
for cold.

NOTE
(Type A)
When the mode is set to , or a
position in between them with the fan
control dial in a position other than 0 and
the temperature control dial in the
maximum cold position, the air intake
selector switches to the recirculated air
position and the A/C turns on
automatically.
If A/C is not desired, press the A/C switch
to turn it off.

Fan control dial

This dial allows variable fan speeds.
The fan has seven speeds.

Mode selector dial

Turn the mode selector dial to select
airflow mode (page 5-6).

NOTE



The mode selector dial can be set at the
intermediate positions ( ) between each
mode. Set the dial to an intermediate
position if you want to split the airflow
between the two modes.



For example, when the mode selector
dial is at the position between the
and positions, airflow from the floor
vent is less than that of the position.

A/C switch

Press the A/C switch to turn the air
conditioner on. The indicator light on the
switch will illuminate when the fan control
dial is in any position except OFF.

Press the switch once again to turn the air
conditioner off.

NOTE
The air conditioner may not function when
the outside temperature approaches 0 °C
(32 °F).

Air intake selector

This switch controls the source of air
entering the vehicle.

Outside or recirculated air positions can be
selected. Press the switch to select outside/
recirculated air positions.

Recirculated air position (indicator light
illuminated)

Outside air is shut off. Use this position
when going through tunnels, driving in
congested traffic (high engine exhaust
areas) or when quick cooling is desired.

Outside air position (indicator light
turned off)

Outside air is allowed to enter the cabin.
Use this mode for ventilation or
windshield defrosting.

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WARNING

Do not use the

position in cold or rainy

weather:
Using the

position in cold or rainy

weather is dangerous as it will cause the
windows to fog up. Your vision will be
hampered, which could lead to a serious
accident.

Rear window defogger switch

Press the rear window defogger switch to
defrost the rear window.
Refer to Rear Window Defogger on page
4-53.

▼ Heating

1. Set the mode selector dial to the

position.

2. Set the air intake selector to the outside

air position (indicator light turns off).

3. Set the temperature control dial to the

hot position.

4. Set the fan control dial to the desired

speed.

5. If dehumidified heating is desired, turn

on the air conditioner.

NOTE



If the windshield fogs up easily, set the
mode selector dial to the position.



If cooler air is desired at face level, set
the mode selector dial at the position
and adjust the temperature control dial
to maintain maximum comfort.



The air to the floor is warmer than air
to the face (except when the temperature
control dial is set at the extreme hot or
cold position).

▼ Cooling

1. Set the mode selector dial to the

position.

2. Set the temperature control dial to the

cold position.

3. Set the fan control dial to the desired

speed.

4. Turn on the air conditioner by pressing

the A/C switch.

5. After cooling begins, adjust the fan

control dial and temperature control
dial as needed to maintain maximum
comfort.

CAUTION

If the air conditioner is used while driving
up long hills or in heavy traffic, monitor the
high engine coolant temperature warning
indication/warning light to see if it is
illuminated or flashing (page 4-26).
The air conditioner may cause engine
overheating. If the warning light is
illuminated or flashing, turn the air
conditioner off (page 7-27).

NOTE



When maximum cooling is desired, set
the temperature control dial to the
extreme cold position and set the air
intake selector to the recirculated air
position, then turn the fan control dial
fully clockwise.



If warmer air is desired at floor level,
set the mode selector dial at the
position and adjust the temperature
control dial to maintain maximum
comfort.

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