2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Instrument Cluster and Display | How to use
The 2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF features a sophisticated and user-friendly instrument cluster and display system that improves the overall driving experience. The instrument cluster, which is directly in the driver’s line of sight, displays critical information about the vehicle’s performance and other driving parameters. Furthermore, the display system complements the instrument cluster by providing simple controls for a variety of functions. The multifunction display system in the 2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF serves as the primary interface for accessing various settings and features. Navigating the system is typically accomplished with controls conveniently located on the steering wheel, providing a seamless and hands-on experience. The display can be configured to show specific information, such as navigation directions, audio settings, and vehicle diagnostics.
In this guide, we will go over the features of the instrument cluster and display system in detail, with step-by-step instructions on how to use each one effectively. Whether you’re a first-time driver or an experienced one, understanding the capabilities of the 2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF’s instrument cluster and display system will undoubtedly lead to a more satisfying and personalized driving experience.
2023 MAZDA MX-5 MIATA RF Specs, Price, Features, Mileage (Brochure)
Instrument Cluster and Display
Meters and Gauges
Instrument Cluster
Type A (With Multi-information Display)
Type B (Without Multi-information Display)
Steering Switch
- Odometer, Trip Meter and Trip Meter Selector
- Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge.
- Fuel Gauge..
- Dashboard Illumination.
- Outside Temperature Display
- Cruise Control Set Vehicle Speed Display
- Trip Computer and INFO Switch
- Multi-information Display and INFO Switch
Speedometer
The speedometer indicates the speed of the vehicle.
Odometer, Trip Meter and Trip Meter Selector (Without Multi-information Display)
The display mode can be changed from odometer to trip meter A to trip meter B and then back to odometer by pressing the selector while one of them is displayed. The selected mode will be displayed.
NOTE
When the ignition is switched to ACC or off, the odometer or trip meters cannot be displayed, however, pressing the selector can inadvertently switch the trip meters or reset them during an approximate ten-minute period in the following cases:
- After the ignition is switched to off from ON.
- After the driver’s door is opened.
Odometer The odometer records the total distance the vehicle has been driven.
Trip meter
- The trip meter can record the total distance of two trips. One is recorded in trip meter A, and the other is recorded in trip meter B.
- For instance, trip meter A can record the distance from the point of origin, and trip meter B can record the distance from where the fuel tank is filled.
- When trip meter A is selected, pressing the selector again within one second will change to trip meter B mode.
- When trip meter A is selected, TRIP A will be displayed. When trip meter B is selected, TRIP B will be displayed.
- The trip meter records the total distance the vehicle is driven until the meter is again reset.
- Return it to “0.0” by depressing and holding the selector for one second or more. Use this meter to measure trip distances and to compute fuel consumption.
NOTE
- (Vehicles with type B audio)
If the fuel economy data is reset using the fuel economy monitor, or trip A is reset using the trip meter when the function which synchronizes the fuel economy monitor and the trip meter is on, the fuel economy data and trip A are reset simultaneously.
Refer to Fuel Economy Monitor on. - Only the trip meters record tenths of kilometers (miles).
- The trip record will be erased when:
- The power supply is interrupted (blown fuse or the battery is disconnected).
- The vehicle is driven over 9999.9 km (mile).
Tachometer
The tachometer shows engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute (rpm).
CAUTION
- Do not run the engine with the tachometer needle in the RED ZONE.
- This may cause severe engine damage.
NOTE
When the tachometer needle enters the STRIPED ZONE, this indicates to the driver that the gears should be shifted before entering the RED ZONE.
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge (Without Multi-information Display)
- Indicates engine coolant temperature.
CAUTION
If the high engine coolant temperature warning light (red) turns on, there is a possibility of overheating. Park the vehicle in a safe place immediately and take appropriate measures. If the vehicle continues to be driven, it could cause damage to the engine. Refer to Overheating.
NOTE
- The temperature unit (Centigrade/Fahrenheit) of the engine coolant gauge display changes in conjunction with the temperature unit of the outside temperature display. Refer to Personalization Features
- During normal driving, the engine coolant temperature stabilizes at 100 °C (210 °F) or less, and the gauge indicates a range lower than 100 °C (210 °F).
- If the engine load increases and the engine coolant temperature exceeds 100 °C (210 °F), the gauge indicates the engine coolant temperature.
Fuel Gauge (Without Multi-information Display)
The fuel gauge shows approximately how much fuel is remaining in the tank when the ignition is switched ON. We recommend keeping the tank over 1/4 full.
If the low fuel warning light illuminates or the fuel level is very low, refuel as soon as possible. Refer to Taking Action.
NOTE
- After refueling, it may require some time for the indicator to stabilize. In addition, the indicator may deviate while driving on a slope or curve since the fuel moves in the tank.
- The display indicating a quarter or less remaining fuel has more segments to show the remaining fuel level in greater detail.
- The direction of the arrow ( ) indicates that the fuel-filler lid is on the left side of the vehicle.
Dashboard Illumination
- When the position lights are turned on with the ignition switched ON, the brightness of the instrument panel illumination is dimmed.
NOTE
- When the position lights are turned on, the position lights indicator light in the instrument cluster turns on.
- Refer to Headlights .
- The brightness of the instrument cluster and dashboard illuminations can be adjusted by rotating the knob.
- The brightness decreases by rotating the knob to the left. A beep sound will be heard when the knob has been rotated to the maximum dim position.
- The brightness increases by rotating the knob to the right.
Function for cancelling illumination dimmer
The illumination dimmer can be canceled by rotating the dashboard illumination knob to the right until a beep sound is heard while the instrument cluster is dimmed with the ignition switched ON. If the instrument cluster’s visibility is reduced due to glare from surrounding brightness, cancel the illumination dimmer.
NOTE
- When the illumination dimmer is cancelled, the instrument cluster cannot be dimmed even if the position lights are turned on.
- When the illumination dimmer is cancelled, the screen in the center display switches to constant display of the daytime screen.
Outside Temperature Display (Without Multi-information Display)
When the ignition is switched ON, the outside temperature is displayed.
NOTE
- Under the following conditions, the outside temperature display may differ from the actual outside temperature depending on the surroundings and vehicle conditions:
- Significantly cold or hot temperatures.
- Sudden changes in outside temperature.
- The vehicle is parked.
- The vehicle is driven at low speeds.
Changing the Temperature Unit of the Outside Temperature Display
The outside temperature unit can be switched between Celsius and Fahrenheit using the following procedure.
(Vehicles with Type B audio)
Settings can be changed by operating the center display screen. Refer to Personalization Features .
(Vehicles without Type B audio)
- Press the INFO switch with the ignition switched off and continue pressing the INFO switch for 5 seconds or longer while switching the ignition ON. The outside temperature display flashes.
- Press the INFO switch to change the outside temperature unit.
- Press and hold the INFO switch for 3 seconds or longer while the outside temperature display is flashing. The outside temperature display illuminates.
NOTE
When the temperature unit indicated in the outside temperature display is changed, the temperature unit indicated in the engine coolant gauge display changes in conjunction with it.
Cruise Control Set Vehicle Speed Display (Without Multi-information Display)*
The vehicle speed preset using the cruise control is displayed.
Trip Computer and INFO Switch (Without Multi-information Display)
The following information can be selected by pressing the INFO switch with the ignition switched ON.
- Approximate distance you can travel on the available fuel
- Average fuel economy
- Current fuel economy
- Average vehicle speed
If you have any problems with your trip computer, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Distance-to-empty mode
- This mode displays the approximate distance you can travel on the remaining fuel based on the fuel economy.
- The distance-to-empty will be calculated and displayed every second.
NOTE
- Even though the distance-to-empty display may indicate a sufficient amount of remaining driving distance before refueling is required, refuel as soon as possible if the fuel level is very low or the low fuel warning light illuminates.
- The display may not change unless you add more than approximately 9 L (2.3 US gal, 1.9 Imp gal) of fuel.
- The distance-to-empty is the approximate remaining distance the vehicle can be driven until all the graduation marks in the fuel gauge (indicating the remaining fuel supply) disappear.
- If there is no past fuel economy information such as after first purchasing your vehicle or the information is deleted when the battery cables are disconnected, the actual distance-to empty/range may differ from the amount indicated.
Average fuel economy mode
This mode displays the average fuel economy by calculating the total fuel consumption and the total traveled distance since purchasing the vehicle, re-connecting the battery after disconnection, or resetting the data. The average fuel economy is calculated and displayed every minute.
To clear the data being displayed, press the INFO switch for more than 1.5 seconds. After pressing the INFO switch, – – – L/100 km (- – – mpg) will be displayed for about 1 minute before the fuel economy is recalculated and displayed.
Current fuel economy mode
- This mode displays the current fuel economy by calculating the amount of fuel consumption and the distance traveled.
- Current fuel economy will be calculated and displayed every 2 seconds.
- When you’ve slowed to about 5 km/h (3 mph), – – – L/100 km (- – – mpg) will be displayed.
Average vehicle speed mode
- This mode displays the average vehicle speed by calculating the distance and the time traveled since connecting the battery or resetting the data.
- Average vehicle speed will be calculated and displayed every 10 seconds.
- To clear the data being displayed, press the INFO switch for more than 1.5 seconds.
After pressing the INFO switch, – – – km/h (- – – mph) will be displayed for about 1 minute before the vehicle speed is recalculated and displayed.
FAQs
To navigate the display options, use the controls mounted on the steering wheel. Press the “INFO” button to navigate through the various information screens.
Yes, you can change the display settings by pressing the “SETUP” button on the center console. To select and arrange information widgets, go to “Vehicle” settings and then choose “Meter Display”.
Information includes trip computer data, fuel efficiency, tire pressure, maintenance reminders, and other details.
Navigate to the trip computer screen, select “Trip A” or “Trip B,” and then press and hold the “RESET” button until the trip meter is reset to zero.
Yes, you can change the units under the “Settings” menu. Navigate to “System” settings and select “Units.”
Refer to your owner’s manual for a complete list of warning lights and their meanings. Warning lights can indicate a variety of issues, including low fuel, engine problems, and low tire pressure.
To pair your smartphone via Bluetooth, go to “Settings” and select “Devices,” then follow the prompts.
Yes, you can adjust the display’s brightness using the “Brightness” control in the “Settings” menu.
Yes, the instrument cluster will automatically switch to a darker mode in low-light conditions. You can also manually adjust the brightness for night driving.
Enter the “Navigation” menu, enter your destination using the controls, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
Yes, go to the fuel efficiency screen in the instrument cluster to see both real-time and average fuel efficiency.
The instrument cluster will show maintenance reminders based on mileage. You can also access the “Maintenance” section of the “Settings” menu.
The display layout is generally fixed, but you can change the information widgets. Examine the “Meter Display” options in the “Setup” menu.
Yes, you can choose to show a digital speedometer in the “Meter Display” settings.
The infotainment system allows you to access a digital version of the owner’s manual. Navigate to “Applications” and then “Owner’s Manual.”
Useful Links
View Full PDF: 2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Owner’s Manual| Auto User Guide
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