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Knowing Your Mazda
Doors and Locks
Form No. 8Q44-EA-01K
This system locks and unlocks the doors
and the liftgate.
It can also help you signal for attention in
an emergency.
Opening and closing of the power sliding
doors with the keyless entry system
transmitter is also possible on power
sliding door-equipped vehicles.
Press the button slowly and accurately.
Keyless Entry System
To avoid damage to the transmitter, do
not:
•Drop it.
•Get it wet.
•Disassemble it.
•Expose it to heat or sunlight.
CAUTION
NOTE
•The keyless entry system is
designed to operate up to about 2.5
m (8 ft) from the center of the
vehicle, but this may vary because
of local conditions.
•The system doesn’t operate when
the ignition switch is in the ON
position.
•If the transmitter does not operate
when pressing a button or the
operation range becomes too small,
the battery may be dead. To install a
new battery, refer to Maintenance
(page 3-6).
•Additional transmitters can be
obtained at an Authorized Mazda
Dealer. Up to 3 transmitters can be
used with the keyless entry system
per vehicle. Bring all transmitters to
an Authorized Mazda Dealer when
the electronic codes need to be
reset.
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Doors and Locks
Form No. 8Q44-EA-01K
3. Put in the new battery (CR2025 or the
equivalent) with the positive pole ( )
facing down.
4. Align the front and back covers and
snap the transmitter shut.Service
If you have a problem with the keyless
entry system, consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
If your transmitter is lost or stolen, bring
all remaining transmitters to an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible for a replacement and to make
the lost or stolen transmitter inoperative.
Do not press any buttons when
replacing the battery. The electronic
code could be altered and cause the
keyless entry system to malfunction.
If the keyless entry system fails to
operate, contact an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
LOCK
UNLOCK
CAUTION
•Changes or modifications could
void your right to operate the
keyless entry system.
•Damage to your keyless entry
system will affect the vehicle
warranty coverage.
CAUTION
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Driving Your Mazda
Form No. 8Q44-EA-01K
Switches and Controls
Headlights
To turn on the lights, turn the knob on the
end of the control lever.
Lights-On Reminder
If lights are on and the key is removed
from the ignition switch, a beep will
sound when the driver’s door is opened.
Headlight High-Low Beam
Push the lever forward for high beams.
Pull it back for low.
Flashing the Headlights
To flash the headlights, pull the lever fully
toward you. The headlight switch need
not be on, and the lever will return to the
normal position when released.
Lighting Control
Lever Position OFF
Headlights Off Off On
Taillights
Parking lights
License lights
Side-marker lightsOff On On
NOTE
To prevent discharging the battery,
don’t leave the lights on while the
engine is off.
High beams
Low beams
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In Case of an Emergency
Form No. 8Q44-EA-01K
Emergency Starting
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.Jump-starting is dangerous if done
incorrectly. So follow the procedure
carefully. If you feel unsure about jump-
starting, we strongly recommend that you
have a competent service technician do
the work.
1. Make sure the booster battery is 12 V
and that its negative terminal is
grounded.
Starting a Flooded EngineJump-Starting
Battery-Related Explosion:
Flames and sparks near open battery
cells are dangerous. Hydrogen gas,
produced during normal battery
operation, could ignite and cause the
battery to explode. An exploding
battery can cause serious burns and
injuries. Keep all flames, including
cigarettes, and sparks away from
open battery cells.
Low Fluid Level or Frozen Battery:
Jump-starting a frozen battery or one
with a low fluid level is dangerous. It
may rupture or explode, causing
serious injury.
Don’t jump-start a frozen battery or
one with a low fluid level.
Use only a 12 V booster system. You
can damage a 12 V starter, ignition
system, and other electrical parts
beyond repair with a 24 V power
supply (two 12 V batteries in series or
a 24 V motor generator set).
WARNING
CAUTION
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Index
A
Accessory Sockets ........................... 6-51
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and
Accessories
...................................... 9-11
Air Bag Systems
.............................. 2-47
Air Conditioning System
Gas specifications
..................... 10-5
Air Filter
.......................................... 8-17
Antenna
............................................ 6-14
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
........ 5-7
Warning light
.............................. 5-7
Appearance Care
.............................. 8-38
Ashtrays
........................................... 6-44
Audio System
................................... 6-14
Audio set
................................... 6-21
Operating tips for audio
system
....................................... 6-14
Safety certification
.................... 6-40
Automatic Transaxle
Driving tips
............................... 5-11
Fluid
.......................................... 8-15
Overdrive
.................................. 5-11
Shift-lock override
.................... 5-10
Shift-lock system
...................... 5-10
Transaxle ranges
......................... 5-9
B
Battery
Emergency starting
................... 7-17
Maintenance
............................. 8-22
Specifications
........................... 10-4
Beeps
Ignition key reminder
............... 5-31
Lights-on reminder
................... 5-31
Power sliding door buzzer
........ 5-31
Seat belt warning beep
.............. 5-31
Before Starting the Engine
................. 4-6
After getting in
........................... 4-6
B
Before getting in ......................... 4-6
Body Lubrication
............................. 8-17
Bottle Holders
.................................. 6-47
Brake
Fluid
.......................................... 8-13
Brakes
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
....5-7
Foot brake
................................... 5-4
Pad wear indicator
...................... 5-8
Parking brake
.............................. 5-5
Warning light
.............................. 5-5
Break-In Period
.................................. 4-7
Bulb Replacement
............................ 8-27
C
Capacities ......................................... 10-5
Carbon Monoxide
.............................. 4-5
Cargo Securing Loops
...................... 6-50
Catalytic Converter
............................ 4-3
Cell Phones
...................................... 9-12
Child Restraint
Child restraint precautions
........ 2-35
Installing child-restraint
systems
...................................... 2-38
LATCH child-restraint
systems
...................................... 2-44
Child Safety Locks for Rear
Door
................................................. 3-11
Cigarette Lighter
.............................. 6-44
Climate Control System
.....................6-2
Cruise Control
.................................. 5-13
Cup Holders
..................................... 6-46
Customer Assistance
.......................... 9-2
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