2005 Mazda Miata MX-5 Owner's Manual - Page 100
2005 Mazda Miata MX-5 Manual
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MX-5 Miata_8T72-EA-04G_Edition1 Page100 Wednesday, June 9 2004 3:4 PM Black plate (100,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE When the engine is jump-started to charge the battery, uneven rpm occurs and the ABS warning light comes on. This is due to a weak battery, not a malfunction. Recharge the battery. Manual Transmission Operation qManual Transmission Shift Pattern 5-speed transmission qBrake Pad Wear Indicator When the disc brake pads become worn, the built-in wear indicators contact the disc plates. This causes a screeching noise to warn that the pads should be replaced. Neutral position 6-speed transmission Neutral position The shift pattern of the transmission is conventional, as shown. Press the clutch pedal all the way down while shifting; then release it slowly. (5-speed transmission) A safety feature prevents accidental shifting from 5 to R (reverse). The shift lever must be put in neutral before being shifted to R. (6-speed transmission) Vehicles with 6-speed transmission are equipped with a device to prevent shifting to R (reverse) by mistake. Apply greater than normal force when shifting to R. When you hear this noise, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. WARNING Driving with Worn Disc Pads: Driving with worn disc pads is dangerous. The brakes could fail and cause a serious accident. As soon as you hear a screeching noise consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 5-8 Form No.8T72-EA-04G