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key into the ignition and turn it to the
ON position. If it takes longer than 15
seconds the alarm will sound.
Q096-15E1E
NOTEThe trunk lid can be opened with
the key or the keyless entry system
transmitter even when the system
is armed. The alarm will not come
on and the system will remain
armed.
Q096-16I1E
To Stop the Warning Alarm
A triggered alarm can be turned off by
opening the trunk with the key or
pressing the UNLOCK button or the
button on the keyless entry system
transmitter. If the transmitter doesn’ t
work, put the key into the ignition and
turn it to the ON position.
096-17AE
NOTEIf you have any problem with the
theft-deterrent system, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
096-18AE
J94A2021
(J18T2024) Theft-Deterrent Labels
Labels indicating that your vehicle is
equipped with a Theft-Deterrent
System are in the glove box.
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The sunshade opens automatically
when the sunroof is opened, but must
be closed by hand.
024-6A1E
CAUTION
!
The sunshade doesn’t tilt. To avoid
damaging the sunshade, don’ t push
up on it.
025-1AE
Interior Light
DOOR
OFF ON
J94A2060_aOFF
—Light off
DOOR —Light on when a door is
open
ON —Light on
025-2IE
NOTEWhen the switch is in the DOOR
position, the interior light comes
on for:
• about 30 seconds when the
driver ’s door is unlocked by the
transmitter or the door lock
switch and the ignition key is
removed.
• about 15 seconds after the key
is removed from the ignition.
The light also goes out when:
• the ignition is turned to the
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Driving Your Mazda5-2
042-1CE
Ignition Switch PositionsWithout immobilizer
system
J94A4001A
ON
This is the normal running position
after the engine is started. The warning
lights (except brakes) should be
inspected before the engine is started
(page 5-35).
With immobilizer
system
J94S5001
START
The engine is started in this position. It
will crank until you release the key;
then it returns to the ON position. The
brake warning light can be checked
after the engine is started (page 5-35).
ACC (Accessory)
The steering wheel unlocks and some
electrical accessories will operate.
LOCK
The steering wheel locks to protect
against theft. Only in this position can
the key be removed.
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042-2DE
LOCK(0)ON(II)
ACC(I)
Push the key
J94A4003 Manual transaxle
When turning the ignition switch to
the LOCK position, push the key in at
the ACC position.
042-3FE
J94S.J94A4004
LOCK(0) ON(II)
ACC(I)
Shift lever
engaged in P
(park)
Automatic transaxle
When turning the ignition switch to
the LOCK position, keep the shift
lever at P.
042-4AE
NOTEIf turning the key is difficult, jiggle
the steering wheel from side to
side.
042-5BE
WARNING
!
Removing the Key:It’s dangerous to remove the key
from the ignition switch while the
vehicle is moving. Removing the
key allows the steering wheel to
lock. You will lose steering control
and a serious accident could
occur. Remove the key only when
the vehicle is parked.
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Driving Your Mazda5-66. After starting the engine, let it idlefor about 10 seconds.NOTEIn extremely cold weather, below
–18 °C (0° F), or after the vehicle
has stood idle several days, let the
engine warm up without operating
the accelerator.
043-2EE
NOTEWhether cold or warm, the engine
should be started without use of
the accelerator.If the engine fails to start, it may be
flooded (excessive fuel in the engine).
Follow this procedure:
1. Depress the accelerator all the way and hold it there. 2. Turn the ignition switch to the
START position and hold it
there—for up to 10 seconds. If the
engine starts, release the key and
accelerator immediately because
the engine will suddenly rev up.
3. If the engine fails to start, crank it without using the accelerator—for
up to 10 seconds.
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045-11JE
Shift-Lock System
For your safety, the automatic
transaxle has a shift-lock, which
prevents shifting out of P unless the
brake pedal is depressed.
To shift from P:
1. Depress and hold the brake pedal.
2. Start the engine.
3. Push and hold the lock-release button.
4. Move the shift lever.
NOTE• When the ignition switch is in
the LOCK position, the
transaxle cannot be shifted
from P.
• To be sure the vehicle is in
park, the ignition key cannot
be removed unless the shift is
in P.
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*Some models.Driving Your Mazda
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053-16RE
Supplemental Restraint
System Warning Light
If the supplemental restraint system is
OK, the warning light comes on when
the ignition switch is turned to the ON
position or after the engine is cranked.
After about 6 seconds it goes out.
A system malfunction is indicated
when this light constantly flashes,
stays on or doesn’ t come on at all. If
one of these occur, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible. The system may not work in
an accident.
WARNING
!
Self-Servicing the SupplementalRestraint System:Self-servicing or tampering with
the supplemental restraint system
is dangerous. The air bags could
accidentally activate or become
disabled. This could cause serious
injuries. Never tamper with the
supplemental restraint system and
always have an Authorized Mazda
Dealer perform all servicing and
repairs.
053-49BE
Immobilizer System
Warning/Security
Indicator Light*
Immobilizer system warning light
When the key is in the ignition, this
light serves as the immobilizer system
warning light.
If the immobilizer system is working
properly, the light will come on when
the ignition is turned to the start
position. The light will go out when
the engine starts.
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Driving Your Mazda5-42If 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.
Security indicator light
When there is no key in the ignition,
and the theft-deterrent system has been
armed, the light will flash once every
three seconds. This indicates that the
system is working properly.
053-18F1E
Ignition Key Reminder
If the ignition switch is in the LOCK
or ACC position, a beep will sound
when any door is opened.
053-19FE
Lights-On Reminder
If lights are on and the key is removed
from the ignition switch, a beep will
sound when any door is opened.
053-20A1E
Headlight High-Beam
Indicator Light
This light indicates one of two things:
• The high-beam headlights are on.
• The turn-signal lever is in the
flash-to-pass position.
053-33AE
Rear Window Defroster
Indicator Light
This light comes on when the rear
window defroster is on.