Convertible Top (Retractable Fastback)

Convertible Top (Retractable Fastback)

The retractable hardtop opens/closes electrically by operating switches in the vehicle. When opening/closing the roof and window glass operate together. The front roof is stored in the storage area under rear roof.

How to Use the Convertible Top (Retractable Fastback)

If the following conditions have been satisfied, the roof can be opened/closed.

  • The ignition is switched ON.

  • Shift/selector lever is in a position other than R (reverse).

  • Vehicle speed is 10 km/h (6.2 mph) or less.

  • The trunk lid is closed.

  • The vehicle is tilted at an angle of 15 degrees or less.

 


If the roof cannot be closed even after the operation conditions are all met, have it checked at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

The roof can be closed manually as an emergency measure.

Refer to Closing the roof manually (Search).

Opening the Roof

When opening the roof, make sure objects inside the vehicle are not blown away by the wind. Secure all loose objects inside before driving with the roof down.

  1. Park the vehicle on level ground in a safe place where the vehicle does not obstruct traffic.

  2. Make sure that the trunk is closed.

  3. Start the engine.

  4. Continue pressing the retractable hardtop switch in the open direction until the roof opening operation is completed. The operation indicator light flashes while the switch is operated. In addition, a message indicating the open status of the roof is displayed on the multi-information display. When the opening operation is completed, a beep sound is activated and the operation indicator light turns off.

    Multi-information display

 


  • If the windows are closed, the windows automatically open partially when the rear roof opens.

  • When the roof is half-open, the front roof resumes opening after the rear roof is completely open.

Closing the Roof

  1. Park the vehicle on level ground in a safe place where the vehicle does not obstruct traffic.

  2. Make sure that the trunk is closed.

  3. Slightly slide the seats back if they are in the foremost position.

  4. Start the engine.

  5. Continue pressing the retractable hardtop switch in the close direction until the roof closing operation is completed. The operation indicator light flashes while the switch is operated. In addition, a message indicating the closed status of the roof is displayed on the multi-information display. When the closing operation is completed, a beep sound is activated and the operation indicator light turns off.

    Multi-information display

 


If the windows are closed, the windows automatically open partially when the rear roof opens.

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