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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)
For your safety, the MX-5 is equipped with TPMS that detects low tire
pressure in one or more tires. If the tire pressure starts getting low in
one or more tires, the system alerts the driver by turning on a light in the
instrument cluster (pp. 31-32) and sounding an alarm.
What to do?
Don’t ignore the TPMS warning light. Stop and check your tire
pressure (when tires are cold) and inflate them to the proper pressure. Properly
inflated tires are safer, last longer, and increase fuel economy.
In the following cases, the TPMS must be “initialized” so the system can
operate normally.
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The tire pressure is adjusted (up or down) in one or more tires.
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A tire rotation is performed.
•
Any tire or wheel is replaced.
•
The vehicle’s battery is disconnected, replaced or completely dead.
Initialization Process (TPMS Warning Light is Illuminated)
1
Park the vehicle in a safe place and firmly apply the parking brake.
2
Let the tires cool, then adjust the tire pressure to the specified pressure
(See tire label located on the driver’s side door opening) on all four (4) tires.
3
Switch the ignition ON, but leave the vehicle parked.
4
Push and hold the TPMS “Set Switch” (left side of
dash) until the TPMS warning light in the instrument
cluster flashes twice and a beep sound is heard once.
Tires
CAUTION:
If the TPMS “Set Switch” is pushed without adjusting the tire
pressure, the system cannot detect the normal tire pressure. The TPMS
warning light may not turn on, even if the tire pressure is low, or it may turn on
if the tire pressure is normal.
NOTE:
Drastic changes in temperature or altitude can affect the pressure in the
tires, causing the TPMS warning light to turn on. Verify the tire pressures when
driving through extreme temperature or altitude changes.
INSTANT MOBILITY SYSTEM (IMS)
To allow for more room in the trunk, the MX-5
is not equipped with a spare tire or jack. It is
equipped with an IMS emergency flat tire repair
kit (located in the trunk) to temporarily repair
a slightly damaged tire, resulting from running
over nails or similar sharp objects. Refer to
your Owner’s Manual for complete details.
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