Mazda MX-5 2021 User manual

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To help ensure enjoyable and trouble-free operation of your Mazda, read this manual

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Important Notes About This Manual

Keep this manual in the trunk as a handy reference for the safe and enjoyable use of your Mazda. Should you

resell the vehicle, leave this manual with it for the next owner.

All specifications and descriptions are accurate at the time of printing. Because improvement is a constant goal

at Mazda, we reserve the right to make changes in specifications at any time without notice and without obliga‐

tion.

Air Conditioner and the Environment

Your Mazda's genuine air conditioner is filled with a refrigerant that has been found not to damage the earth's

ozone layer. If the air conditioner does not operate properly, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

Perchlorate

Certain components of this vehicle such as [air bag modules, seat belt pretensioners, lithium batteries,…] may

contain Perchlorate Material-- Special handling may apply for service or vehicle end of life disposal. See

www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.

Please be aware that this manual applies to all models, equipment and options. As a result, you may find

some explanations for equipment not installed on your vehicle.

September 2021 (Print1)

A Word to Mazda Owners

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We want to help you get the most driving

pleasure from your vehicle. Your owner's

manual, when read from cover to cover,

can do that in many ways.

Illustrations complement the words of the

manual to best explain how to enjoy your

Mazda. By reading your manual, you can

find out about the features, important

safety information, and driving under

various road conditions.

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happen”.

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bodily injury or damage to your vehicle, or

both, could result if the caution is ignored.

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parts of the vehicle, indicates that this

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Please refer to the manual for a detailed

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How to Use This Manual

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Table of Contents

Pictorial Index

Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda.

Essential Safety Equipment

Important information about safety equipment, including seats, seat belt

system, child-restraint systems and SRS air bags.

Before Driving

Use of various features, including keys, doors, mirrors and windows.

When Driving

Information concerning safer driving and stopping.

Interior Features

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

and audio system.

Maintenance and Care

How to keep your Mazda in top condition.

If Trouble Arises

Helpful information on what to do if a problem arises with the vehicle.

Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects

Important consumer information including warranties and add-on

equipment.

Specifications

Technical information about your Mazda.

Index

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1Pictorial Index

Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda.

Interior Overview..............................1-2

Interior Equipment (View A)........1-2

Interior Equipment (View B)........1-3

Interior Equipment (View C)........1-4

Interior Equipment (View D)........1-5

Exterior Overview.............................1-7

Convertible Top (Soft Top)...........1-7

Convertible Top (Hardtop)........... 1-8

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Interior Equipment (View A)

①Door-lock knob..................................................................................................... page 3-18

②Turn and lane-change signal..................................................................................page 4-51

③Lighting control.....................................................................................................page 4-45

④Wiper and washer lever.........................................................................................page 4-52

⑤DSC OFF switch................................................................................................... page 4-69

⑥Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) OFF switch........................................page 4-82

⑦Outside mirror switch............................................................................................page 3-27

⑧Door-lock switch................................................................................................... page 3-17

⑨Power window lock switch................................................................................... page 3-30

⑩Power window switches........................................................................................page 3-30

Pictorial Index

Interior Overview

1-2 The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle

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Interior Equipment (View B)

①Audio control switches..........................................................................................page 5-21

②Dashboard illumination knob................................................................................page 4-16

③Instrument cluster..................................................................................................page 4-12

④Cruise control switches.......................................................................................page 4-109

⑤Push button start......................................................................................................page 4-4

⑥Retractable hardtop switch....................................................................................page 3-41

⑦Hazard warning flasher switch..............................................................................page 4-58

⑧Seat warmer switches............................................................................................page 2-12

⑨Steering shift switches...........................................................................................page 4-38

⑩Lock release lever................................................................................................... page 2-5

⑪Trunk release button..............................................................................................page 3-19

⑫Hood release handle.............................................................................................. page 6-17

Pictorial Index

Interior Overview

The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle

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Interior Equipment (View C)

①SRS air bags.......................................................................................................... page 2-36

②Climate control system............................................................................................page 5-2

③Rear window defogger switch...............................................................................page 4-56

④Mazda Connect......................................................................................................page 5-14

⑤Accessory socket...................................................................................................page 5-36

⑥External input terminal..........................................................................................page 5-14

⑦Drive selection switch........................................................................................... page 4-70

⑧Commander switch................................................................................................page 5-19

⑨Shift lever/Selector lever............................................................................. page 4-32, 4-35

⑩Fuse block (Left side)............................................................................................page 6-47

Pictorial Index

Interior Overview

1-4 The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle

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Interior Equipment (View D)

▼Convertible Top (Soft Top)

①Windblocker.......................................................................................................... page 5-44

②Seat side box......................................................................................................... page 5-42

③Cup holders........................................................................................................... page 5-38

④Console box...........................................................................................................page 5-42

⑤Interior light.......................................................................................................... page 5-35

⑥Rearview mirror.................................................................................................... page 3-28

⑦Sunvisor.................................................................................................................page 5-35

⑧Vanity mirror......................................................................................................... page 5-35

⑨Parking brake........................................................................................................ page 4-63

⑩Seat..........................................................................................................................page 2-5

⑪SRS air bag............................................................................................................page 2-36

⑫Back trim storage boxes........................................................................................ page 5-43

⑬Seat belt.................................................................................................................page 2-13

Pictorial Index

Interior Overview

The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle

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▼Convertible Top (Hardtop)