Mazda 2003 Miata MX-5, Owner'S Manual

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Driving Your Mazda
Instrument Cluster and Indicators
Form No. 8R09-EA-02G
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Fuel Gauge
The fuel gauge shows approximately how
much fuel is in the tank. We recommend
keeping the tank over 1/4 full. When the
low fuel warning light illuminates or
when the needle is near E, refuel as soon
as possible.
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Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
Engine oil pressure is normal when the
engine oil pressure gauge needle points
halfway between L and H with the engine
running.
If the needle on the gauge doesn’t move
after starting the engine, follow steps 1
through 3.
If the engine oil pressure gauge moves to
L (low) while you are driving, drive to the
side of the road and park off the right-of-
way. Set the parking brake. Then follow
steps 1 through 3.
1. Turn off the engine and inspect the
engine oil level (page 8-13). If it’s low,
add oil.
2. Start the engine.
3. If the needle still doesn’t move, get a
tow to the nearest service station or to
an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Don’t run the engine if the oil pressure
is low. It could result in extensive
engine damage.
CAUTION
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