2001 MAZDA MODEL 626 warning light

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*Some models.
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Immobilizer System*If the engine is started without the
proper key, the immobilizer system
will cause the engine to stall, thereby
helping to prevent the theft of your
vehicle.
If the system is working properly, the
warning light will come on when the
ignition switch is turned to the START
position. The light will go out when
the engine starts.
If the light flashes rapidly, fails to
come on, or comes on and stays on, it
indicates a system malfunction. If any
of these occur, contact an Authorized
Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
CAUTION
!
Changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the
manufacturer could void the user ’s
authority to operate the equipment.
NOTEThis device complies with part 15
of the FCC Rules and with
RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This
device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference
received, including interference
that may cause undesired
operation. (Outside transmissions
may momentarily interfere with
the device’ s operation.)

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NOTE•Signals from a TV or radio
station, or from a transceiver or
a mobile telephone, could
interfere with your immobilizer
system. If you are using the
proper key and your engine
fails to start, check the warning
light. If it is flashing, turn the
key to the OFF position and try
again. If the engine doesn’ t start
after 3 or more tries, contact an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
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• If the warning light flashes
continuously while you are
driving, don’ t shut off the
engine. Go to an Authorized
Mazda Dealer and have it
checked. If you shut off the
engine while the light is
flashing you won’ t be able to
restart it.
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When you start the engine with a key
the system recognizes, the system will
allow the engine to continue running.
However, if someone attempts to start
the engine with an unrecognized key,
the system will stall the engine

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Knowing Your Mazda3-24immediately after it starts.NOTEIf the warning light comes on and
stays on when the ignition is
turned to the ON position, the
engine will not start.Maintenance
If you have a problem with the
immobilizer system or the key, consult
an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
NOTE• The keys carry a unique
electronic code. For this reason,
and to assure your safety,
replacement keys require some
waiting time to obtain. They are
only available through an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
• Always keep a replacement
key, in case one is lost. If a key
is lost, contact an Authorized
Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible.
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•If you lose a key, an Authorized
Mazda Dealer will reset the
electronic codes of your
remaining keys and the
immobilizer system. Starting
the vehicle with a key that has
not been reset is not possible.

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Theft-Deterrent System*The optional theft-deterrent system is
designed to prevent your vehicle or its
contents from being stolen when all of
the doors, hood, and trunk lid are
locked.
If forcible entry is attempted, the
system sounds the horn and flashes the
hazard warning lights and headlights.NOTEThe theft-deterrent system has
been designed to operate mainly
with the keyless entry system
transmitter.
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The system won’ t function unless it’ s
properly armed.
So when you leave your vehicle:
• Lock all doors
• Close all windows
• Take your key and keyless entry
system transmitter
• Make sure the security indicator
light is flashing
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Operation
What turns it on:
• Forcing open a door, the hood or
the trunk lid.
• Opening the hood or the trunk lid
by operating the hood release lever
or remote trunk lid release button.
• Opening a door after unlocking the
doors with the key or an inside
door-lock button.

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NOTEThe alarm will activate about 15
seconds after a door has been
opened. The indicator light flashes
rapidly for about 15 seconds.
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What it does:
• The horn sounds intermittently and
the hazard warning lights and
headlights flash.
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• The alarm continues for about 3
minutes, then stops. When it is triggered, the warning
lights and horn will activate. They will
shut off when:
•
The doors are unlocked with the
keyless entry system transmitter.
• The trunk lid is opened with the
key or the keyless entry system
transmitter.
• The ignition is turned to the ON
position.

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 How to Arm the System
1. Remove the ignition key.
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2. Close the hood and the trunk lid.
Then close the doors and press the
LOCK button on the keyless entry
system transmitter
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NOTELocking the doors with a key will
not arm the system.

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WARNING
!
Fuel Spray:Fuel spray is dangerous. Fuel can
burn skin and eyes and cause
illness when ingested. Fuel spray
happens when there is pressure in
the fuel tank and the fuel cap is
removed too quickly. When
removing the fuel cap, loosen the
cap slightly and wait for any
hissing to stop. Then remove it.
WARNING
!
Fuel Vapor:Fuel vapor is dangerous. It could
be ignited by sparks or flames;
causing serious burns and
injuries. Before refueling, stop
the engine. And always keep
sparks and flames away from the
filler neck.
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CAUTION
!
Always use only a designated
Mazda fuel cap or an approved
equivalent, available at Authorized
Mazda Dealers. The wrong cap
can result in a serious malfunction
of the fuel and emission control
systems. If may also cause the
check engine light in the
instrument cluster to appear.

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CAUTION
!
Make sure the fuel-filler cap is
tightened securely. The check
engine light comes on when the
cap isn’ t tightened securely. If the
light remains on (even after you
have tightened the cap securely,
driven, and restarted the engine
several times), it may indicate a
different problem. Contact an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon
as possible.
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Steering WheelJ94A2052_aTilt wheel
release lever Tilt Wheel
To change the angle of the steering
wheel, stop the vehicle, pull the tilt
wheel release lever on the left side of
the steering column down, adjust the
wheel, then push the release lever up
to lock the column. After adjusting, push the wheel up and
down to be certain it’
s locked before
driving.
WARNING
!
Adjusting the Tilt Wheel:Adjusting the tilt wheel while the
vehicle is moving can be
dangerous. Moving it up and
down can very easily cause the
driver to abruptly turn to the left
or right. This can lead to loss of
control or an accident. Never
adjust the tilt wheel while the
vehicle is moving.

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WARNING
!
Snow Blocking the Exhaust Gas:Running the engine when a
vehicle is stopped in deep snow is
dangerous. The exhaust pipe
could be blocked by the snow,
allowing exhaust gas to enter the
cabin. Because exhaust gas
contains poisonous carbon
monoxide, anyone in the cabin
could be injured or killed. Clear
the snow from underneath and
around your vehicle before
starting the engine.
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Before DrivingBefore Getting In
• Be sure the windows, outside
mirror(s), and outside lights are
clean.
• Inspect inflation pressures and
condition of tires.
• Look under the vehicle for any sign
of a leak.
• If you plan to back up, make sure
nothing will be in your way.
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NOTEEngine oil, engine coolant,
brake/clutch fluid, washer fluid,
and other fluid levels should be
inspected daily, weekly, or at
refueling, depending on the fluid.
See Maintenance, Section 8.