2012 Mazda MX-5 technical service bulletins
208 technical service bulletins and manufacturer communications cover the 2012 Mazda MX-5.
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This bulletin supersedes the previously issued bulletin(s) listed below
- Description
- Product Quality Information (PQI) DESCRIPTION Service Information MT-041/12 is no longer valid
- This SA supersedes the previously issued SA(s) listed below
- This Service Alert supersedes the previously issued SA listed below: The changes are noted in Red....
- If you encounter any type of electrical concern (e.g, dead battery, engine no start, DTC(s) stored...),...
- A musty/mildew type odor may come from the vents when the air conditioning (A/C) system is operating
- Exterior trim heat damage such (melted, separating, etc.) when parked near a glass building or Low-E windows
- When replacing the SiriusXM satellite radio unit, a call must be made to inform SiriusXM of the existing...
- Some customers may complain about a noisy HVAC blower motor or odor after a cabin air filter replacement
- Exterior trim heat damage such (melted, separating, etc.) when parked near a glass building or Low-E windows
- In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer
- Some customer's might state that they notice fluid or oil leaking/dripping on the ground when the vehicle...
- Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems
- Use the symptom troubleshooting tables below to diagnose MAZDA CONNECT concerns.
- Speedometer replacement procedure
- Some customers may complain of signs of oil on the struts or shock absorbers
- Exterior trim heat damage when parked near a glass building or Low-E windows
- In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer.
- This service bulletin provides testing and charging procedures in order to promote proper battery...
- Accessory instructions can be found on OneMazda under Dealer Resources
- The Mazda DCA-8000 is required for all warranty battery testing
- Battery Maintenance: This service bulletin provides testing and charging procedures in order to promote...
- Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Cooler and Lines Flushing Procedure: Automatic Transaxle/Transmission...
- Ethanol is becoming a common additive in gasoline
- Ethanol is becoming a common additive in gasoline
- This service bulletin provides information regarding the proper use of the driverâs floor mat to avoid...
- Accessory instructions can be found on OneMazda under Dealer Resources
- Exterior trim heat damage when parked near a glass building
- If you encounter any type of electrical concern (e.g, dead battery, engine no start, DTC(s) stored...),...
- The Mazda DCA-8000PM is required for all warranty battery testing
- Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems
- In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer
- Connectivity Master Unit (CMU), a BLUETOOTH® hands-free unit or text messaging related concerns
- Some customers may complain about high engine oil consumption
- New CARB regulation regarding mandatory checking and documenting of tire pressure whenever a vehicle is in...
- When encountering a vehicle with paint damage, refer to the "Mazda Paint Warranty Guide" to determine
- When encountering a vehicle with paint damage, refer to the "Mazda Pocket Paint Guide" to determine
- In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer
- Some vehicles exhibit brake related concerns such as brake noise, brake judder or brake dragging
- If an engine assembly is replaced after a catastrophic internal mechanical failure, clean the intake...
- There is a concern that some water pumps are being replaced that are not faulty, due to signs of a very...
- Guide lines and photos to determine if fluid/oil seepage or leak is severe enough to require warranty...
- Some customers may complain about high engine oil consumption
- The database error discovered with IDS 114.00-114.02 release has been fixed with IDS 114.04 release and is...
- Due to a database error discovered with IDS 114.00-114.02 release (which affects Recall 3719F), it will be...
- Mazda ids inoperative with vcm-ii license expiration message
- In support of the new MRT distribution, Mazda will ship to dealers a new Dual Purpose Diagnostic Leak...
- Some customers may complain of condensation/fog inside the front (headlamp/headlight) or rear...
- Connectivity Master Unit (CMU), a BLUETOOTH® hands-free unit or text messaging related concerns
- Some customers may complain that the steering wheel is off center more than 3° even when driving straight...
- Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems
- Mazda North American Operations has approved an additional on-car brake lathe as an option for MNAO...
- In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer
- Some automotive cleaning products contain strong acid or alkali
- This information is provided to help address Passenger Airbag Deactivation (PAD) Indicator illumination...
- Mazda infotainment systems require contacting the proper source for diagnostic support, parts...
- On some vehicles, a sulfur smell or 'rotten egg' odor may be noticed coming from the exhaust system
- Some customers may report a slight clunk/bang/buzz noise or jolt from the front of the vehicle
- When replacing the SiriusXM satellite radio unit (or a MAZDA CONNECT tuner and amp unit (TAU)) with...
- This service bulletin provides information regarding the proper use of the driver's floor mat to avoid...
- The Mazda GR8-1291 is required for all warranty battery testing
- Some customers may complain of signs of oil on the struts or shock absorbers
- If a vehicle has body vibration or steering wheel shimmy while driving and the root
- Electrical concern and/or multiple dtc's due to aftermarket device
- Connectivity Master Unit (CMU), a BLUETOOTH® hands-free unit or text messaging related concerns
- Mazda North American Operations has approved an additional on-car brake lathe as an option for...
- A musty/mildew type odor may come from the vents when the air conditioning (A/C) system is operating
- BLUETOOTH® hands-free and/or text messaging related concerns
- Always be sure to use the correct automatic transmission fluid when replacing ATF. Using the wrong ATF may
- If you encounter any type of electrical concern (e.g, dead battery), interview the customer before...
- This service bulletin provides information regarding the proper use of the driver's floor mat to avoid any...
- The Mazda GR8-1291 is required for all warranty battery testing
- When encountering a vehicle with paint damage, refer to the "Mazda Pocket Paint Guide" to determine
- The Workshop Manual has two-different airbag procedures, one for Standard Deployment and one for Two-Step...
- MIL illumination with DTC's P0441, P0442, P0455, or P0456 stored in memory
- When dealing with customer complaints of excessive condensation and/or water within the headlamp unit,...
- In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer
- In an effort to achieve a higher level of Customer Experience and retain the value of Mazda's vehicles,...
- Some customers may complain that the ambient temperature display is not accurate, or it takes too long for...
- Display shows inaccurate ambient temperature
- Take caution when cleaning plastic headlight lenses
- There is a concern that some water pumps are being replaced that are not faulty, due to signs of a very...
- When removing parts from a vehicle, take caution of this symbol "r"
- Ids update 101.00 and 101.02 is now available on MS3 under the "ids/infotainment" tab.
- When dealing with customer complaints of excessive condensation and/or water within the headlamp unit,...
- If an engine assembly is replaced after a catastrophic internal mechanical failure, clean the intake...
- Bluetooth® hands-free and/or text messaging related concerns. to improve the handling of bluetooth®...
- Some customers may complain about improper operation of the auto-dimming mirror
- When reprogramming a control module, always use the GR-8 battery management system power supply mode
- Over the past two weeks, an increasing number of iphone se early adopters have reported audio issues with...
- This article provides HVAC heater/defroster operating tips using mode selector dial
- When installing a navigation sd card, confirm that the card is unlocked. also, mazda does not recommend...
- This article provides HVAC heater/defroster operating tips using Mode selector dial
- When installing a navigation SD card, confirm that the card is unlocked
- Some customers may complain about a blurry rear view monitor display
- Some customers may complain about a rattle type noise coming from the rear of the vehicle when driving on...
- Some customers may complain about a blurry rear view monitor display
- Some customers may complain about a blurry rear view monitor display
- Some customers may complain about a rattle type noise coming from the rear of the vehicle when driving on...
- Some vehicles may exhibit a whining noise from the rear differential when driving.the concern may be...
- Whining noise from the rear differential when driving
- Some customers may complain that the steering wheel is off center more than 3° even when driving straight...
- Some customers may complain that the steering wheel is off center more than 3" even when driving straight...
- Some vehicles exhibit brake related concerns such as brake noise, brake judder or brake dragging
- Mazda guidelines for factory scheduled maintenance
- Excessive condensation or water within the headlamp assembly caustion
- Hands-free bluetooth module and/or text messaging troubleshooting procedure
- HandsFree bluetooth module and/or text messaging troubleshooting procedure
- Battery test procedure requirements using the GR81291
- Engine Start /Stop Procedure with room fuse removed
- Some customers may complain of condensation/fog inside the front (headlamp/headlight) or rear...
- Always be sure to use the correct automatic transmission fluid when replacing atf. using the wrong atf may
- Some automotive cleaning products contain strong acid or alkali
- Mazda infotainment systems require contacting the proper source for diagnostic support, parts...
- Use the following repair procedure to minimize the need to replace the catalyst converter/exhaust pipe...
- When dealing with customer complaints of excessive condensation and/or water within the headlamp unit,...
- Summary to be provided on a future date.
- Some customers may complain that the steering wheel is off center more than 3° even when driving straight...
- Bluetooth® hands-free and/or text messaging related concerns. to improve the handling of bluetooth®...
- In accordance with federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a...
- Mazda north american operations received many requests from our dealers asking us to approve additional...
- This service bulletin provides information regarding the proper use of the drivers floor mat to avoid any...
- Some customers may complain that the ambient temperature display is not accurate, or it takes too long for...
- Some vehicles may experience the check engine light on with DTC P2096:00 (target a/f feedback system too lean)
- Some vehicles may experience the check engine light on with DTC P2096:00 (target a/f feedback system too lean)
- When replacing the siriusxm satellite radio unit (or a mazda connect tuner and amp unit (tau)) with...
- Some customers may complain of condensation/fog inside the front or rear combination lights
- Some customers may report a slight clunk/bang/buzz noise or jolt from the front of the vehicle
- Mazda: information provided regarding the indicator light illumination of the passenger airbag...
- This information is provided to help address Passenger Airbag Deactivation (PAD) Indicator illumination...
- A musty/mildew type odor may come from the vents when the air conditioning (a/c) system is operating. it...
- To improve handling of customer concerns with hands-free (bluetooth) vehicle systems, mazda launched a new...
- Some customers may complain that the ambient temperature display is not accurate, or it takes too long for...
- Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle...
- Mazda: on some vehicles, to avoid potential interference of foot placed on pedals, information is provided...
- This service bulletin provides information regarding the proper use of the drivers floor mat to avoid any...
- Always be sure to use the correct automatic transmission fluid when replacing atf. using the wrong atf may
- Mazda: on various model years and model vehicles, the headlamp assembly would have excessive condensation...
- The front disc plate fixing screws (a) have been discontinued
- Some customers may complain of signs of oil on the struts or shock absorbers
- Some customers may complain of condensation/fog inside the front or rear combination lights
- Mazda: some vehicles experiences no start or engine stall condition that may be difficult to duplicate and...
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