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3Knowing Your Mazda
Explanation of basic operations and controls; opening/closing and adjustment
of various parts.
Doors and Locks ........................................................................... 3-2
Keys .......................................................................................... 3-2
Keyless Entry System
í............................................................ 3-3
Door Locks ............................................................................... 3-8
Liftgate .................................................................................... 3-18
Power Windows
í................................................................... 3-19
Rear Quarter Windows ............................................................ 3-22
Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap ........................................................... 3-23
Hood ....................................................................................... 3-24
Moonroof
í............................................................................. 3-25
Security System ........................................................................... 3-28
Immobilizer System
í............................................................. 3-28
Theft-Deterrent Systemí........................................................ 3-30
Steering Wheel and Mirrors ...................................................... 3-32
Steering Wheel ........................................................................ 3-32
Mirrors .................................................................................... 3-32
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Keys
WARNING
Keys and Children:
Leaving children in a vehicle with the
key is dangerous. This could result in
someone being badly injured or even
killed. These new kinds of keys are
fascinating to children. They could
play with power windows or other
controls, or even make the vehicle
move. Don't leave the keys in your
vehicle with children and keep them in
a place where your children will not
find or play with them.
NOTE
l(With immobilizer system)
Refer to Immobilizer System (page
3-28) for information regarding keys
and engine starting.
l(With theft-deterrent system)
Refer to Theft-Deterrent System
(page 3-30) for information
regarding keys and the prevention of
vehicle and vehicle contents theft.
The keys operate all locks.With keyless entry system
Key code number plate
Retractable
type key
Without keyless entry system
Key code number plate
A code number is stamped on the plate
attached to the key set; detach this plate
and store it in a safe place (not in the
vehicle) for use if you need to make a
replacement key.
NOTE
Write down the code number and keep
it in a separate safe and convenient
place, but not in the vehicle.
If your key is lost, consult your
Authorized Mazda Dealer and have
your code number ready.
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Immobilizer Systemí
The immobilizer system allows the engine
to start only with a key the system
recognizes.
If someone attempts to start the engine
with an unrecognized key, the engine will
not start, thereby helping to prevent the
theft of your vehicle.
CAUTION
lRadio equipment like this is
governed by laws in the United
States.
Changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could
void the user's authority to operate
the equipment.
lTo avoid damage to the key, do not:
lDrop the key.lGet the key wet.lExpose the key to any kind of
magnetic field.
lExpose the key to high
temperatures on places such as the
dashboard or hood, under direct
sunlight.
CAUTION
When starting the engine do not allow
the following, as the engine may not
start due to the electronic signal from
the ignition key not being transmitted
correctly.
lA key ring rests on the key grip.
lMetal parts of other keys or metal
objects touch the key grip.
lSpare keys or keys for other vehicles
equipped with an immobilizer
system touch or come near the key
grip.
lDevices for electronic purchases, or
security passage touch or come near
the key.
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NOTE
l(U.S.A.)
This device complies with Part 15 of
the FCC Rules. 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.
l(CANADA)
This device complies with RSS-210
of Industry CANADA. Operation is
subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not
cause interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference,
including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.
qImmobilizer System Warning Light
If the immobilizer system is working
properly, the light will come on when the
ignition switch is turned to the ON or
START position. The light will go out
when confirmation by the immobilizer
system is completed.
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.
NOTE
lIf the warning light comes on and
stays on when the ignition switch is
turned to the ON position, the engine
will not start.
lSignals 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, remove the ignition key
and wait 2 seconds or more, then
reinsert it and try starting the engine
again. If it doesn't start after 3 or
more tries, contact an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
lIf 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.
lSince the electronic codes are reset
when repairing the immobilizer
system, the keys are needed. Bring
all the existing keys to an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
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qMaintenance
If you have a problem with the
immobilizer system or the key, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
NOTE
lThe keys carry a unique electronic
code. For this reason, and to assure
your safety, obtaining replacement
key requires some waiting time.
They are only available through an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
lAlways keep a spare key, in case one
is lost. If a key is lost, contact an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible.
lIf you lose a key, an Authorized
Mazda Dealer will reset the
electronic codes of your remaining
keys and immobilizer system. Bring
all the remaining keys to an
Authorized Mazda Dealer to reset.
Starting the vehicle with a key that
has not been reset is not possible.
qModification and Add-On
Equipment
Mazda cannot guarantee the immobilizer
system's operation if the system has been
modified or if any add-on equipment has
been installed to it.
CAUTION
To avoid damage to your vehicle, do
not modify the system or install any
add-on equipment to the immobilizer
system or the vehicle.
Theft-Deterrent Systemí
The theft-deterrent system is designed to
prevent your vehicle or its contents from
being stolen when all doors, hood, and
liftgate are locked.
If forcible entry is attempted, the system
sounds the horn and flashes the hazard
warning lights.
NOTE
lThe theft-deterrent system operates
with the key or the keyless entry
system transmitter.
lThe system will not function unless
it is properly armed. To properly
secure the vehicle, always make sure
all windows are completely closed
and all doors and the liftgate are
locked before leaving the vehicle.
Make sure the security indicator light
is flashing. Remember to take your
key and transmitter.
qOperation
System triggering conditions
The horn sounds intermittently and the
hazard warning lights flash for about 3
minutes when the system is triggered by
any one of the following:
lForcing open a door, the hood or the
liftgate.
lOpening a door or the hood by
operating an inside door-lock knob or
the hood release handle.
If the system is triggered again, the lights
and horn will activate until a door or the
liftgate is unlocked with the key or with
the transmitter.
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Signal Warning/Indicator Lights Page
Seat Belt Warning Light 5-29
Door-Ajar Warning Light 5-29
Immobilizer System Warning/Security Indicator Light 5-30
Headlight High-Beam Indicator Light 5-30
O/D OFF Indicator Light 5-30
Shift Position Indicator Light 5-31
TCS Indicator Light 5-31
TCS OFF Indicator Light 5-31
Cruise Main Indicator Light 5-31
Cruise Set Indicator Light 5-32
Turn Signal/Hazard Warning Indicator Lights 5-32
Driving Your Mazda
Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds
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qImmobilizer System Warning/
Security Indicator Lightí
Immobilizer system warning light
When the key is in the ignition switch,
this light serves as the immobilizer system
warning light.
If the immobilizer system is working
properly, the light will come on when the
ignition switch is turned to the ON or
START position. The light will go out
when confirmation by the immobilizer
system is completed.
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.
Security indicator light
When there is no key in the ignition
switch, and the theft-deterrent system has
been armed, the light will flash once every
3 seconds. This indicates that the system
is working properly.
qHeadlight High-Beam Indicator
Light
This light indicates one of two things:
lThe high-beam headlights are on.
lThe turn signal lever is in the flash-to-
pass position.
qO/D OFF Indicator Light
This light comes on when the overdrive
has been turned off.
CAUTION
If the overdrive-off indicator light
flashes, the transaxle has an electrical
problem. Continuing to drive your
Mazda in this condition could cause
damage to your transaxle. Consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible.
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Headlights
Control ....................................... 5-33
Flashing ...................................... 5-33
High-low beam .......................... 5-33
On reminder ............................... 5-33
Hood Release .................................... 3-24
Horn .................................................. 5-38
I
Ignition
Switch .......................................... 5-2
Illuminated Entry System ................. 6-46
Immobilizer System .......................... 3-28
Indicator Lights ................................. 5-24
Cruise Main ................................ 5-31
Cruise set .................................... 5-32
Headlight high-beam .................. 5-30
O/D OFF .................................... 5-30
Security ...................................... 5-30
Shift position .............................. 5-31
TCS ............................................ 5-31
TCS OFF .................................... 5-31
Turn-signal/hazard warning ....... 5-32
Instrument Cluster ............................. 5-20
Interior Care ...................................... 8-49
Interior Lights ................................... 6-46
J
Jump-Starting .................................... 7-19
K
Keyless Entry System ......................... 3-3
L
Label Information ............................. 10-2
Lane-Change Signals ........................ 5-34
Liftgate .............................................. 3-18
Light Bulbs
Replacement ............................... 8-33
Specifications ............................. 10-6
Lighter ............................................... 6-49
Lighting Control ............................... 5-33
Lubricant Quality .............................. 10-4
Luggage Compartment Light ............ 6-48
M
Maintenance
Introduction .................................. 8-2
Owner maintenance precautions ... 8-9
Owner maintenance schedule ....... 8-8
Scheduled ..................................... 8-3
Map Lights ........................................ 6-47
Mirrors
Outside mirrors .......................... 3-32
Rearview mirror ......................... 3-33
Money-Saving Suggestions ................ 4-7
Moonroof .......................................... 3-25
O
Odometer and Trip Meter .................. 5-21
Outside Mirrors ................................. 3-32
Overhead Console ............................. 6-53
Overhead Lights ................................ 6-46
Overheating ....................................... 7-16
Overloading ...................................... 4-11
P
Paint Damage .................................... 8-44
Parking Brake ..................................... 5-4
11-4
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