2008 MAZDA MODEL 6 horn

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5-Door/Sport Wagon
Lock buttonUnlock button
Panic button
Operation
indicator light
NOTEl(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.
NOTEThe unlock button can be used to open the
power windows, but the lock button cannot be
used to close the power windows. Refer to
Opening/Closing the Power Windows from
Outside (page 3-27).
The operation indicator light flashes when
the buttons are pressed.
Lock button
To lock the doors and the hatch/liftgate,
press the lock button and the hazard
warning lights will flash once.
To confirm that all doors and the hatch/
liftgate have been locked, press the lock
button again within 5 seconds. If they are
closed and locked, the horn will sound.
NOTE
l(Without theft-deterrent system)
The hazard warning lights will flash once
to indicate that all doors and the hatch/
liftgate are locked.
l(With theft-deterrent system)lThe hazard warning lights will not flash.lThe hazard warning lights only flash
when the theft deterrent system is armed
or turned off, refer to the theft-deterrent
system (page 3-35).
NOTElAll doors and the hatch/liftgate cannot be
locked when the key is in the ignition
switch.
lConfirm that all doors and the hatch/
liftgate are locked visually or audibly by
use of the double click.
Unlock button
To unlock the driver's door, press the
unlock button and the hazard warning
lights will flash twice.
To unlock all doors and the hatch/liftgate,
press the unlock button again within 5
seconds.
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NOTE(Without theft-deterrent system)
The hazard warning lights will flash twice to
indicate that all doors and the hatch/liftgate
are unlocked.
(With theft-deterrent system)
lThe hazard warning lights will not flash.lThe hazard warning lights only flash when
the theft deterrent system is armed or
turned off, refer to the theft-deterrent
system (page 3-35).
NOTEAuto re-lock function
After unlocking with the transmitter, all doors
and the hatch/liftgate will automatically lock if
one of the doors or the hatch/liftgate/trunk lid
is not opened within about 30 seconds.
Trunk button
To open the trunk, press and hold the
trunk button until the trunk lid opens.
Panic button
If you witness from a distance someone
attempting to break into or damage your
vehicle, pressing the panic button will
activate the vehicle's alarm.
NOTE
The panic button will work whether any door
or the trunk lid is open or closed.
Turning on the alarm
Pressing the panic button for 1 second or
more will trigger the alarm for about 2
minutes and 30 seconds, and the
following will occur:
lThe horn sounds intermittently.lThe hazard warning lights flash.
Turning off the alarm
Press any button on the transmitter.
q Transmitter Maintenance
If the buttons on the transmitter are
inoperable and the operation indicator
light does not flash, the battery may be
dead.
Replace with a new battery before the
transmitter becomes unusable.
CAUTION
Ø Install the battery with the positive
pole () facing down. Battery
leakage could occur if it is not
installed correctly.
Ø When replacing the battery, be
careful not to bend the electrical
terminals or get oil on them. Also
be careful not to get dirt in the
transmitter as it could be
damaged.
Ø There is the danger of explosion if
the battery is not correctly
replaced.
Ø Replace only with the same type
battery (CR1620 or equivalent).
Ø Dispose of used batteries
according to the following
instructions.
ØInsulate the plus and minus
terminals of the battery using
cellophane or equivalent tape.
ØNever disassemble.ØNever throw the battery into
fire and/or water.
ØNever deform or crush.
Replacing the transmitter battery
1. Unfold the key (page 3-2).
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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
If the theft deterrent system detects an
inappropriate entry into the vehicle, which
could result in the vehicle or its contents
being stolen, the alarm alerts the
surrounding area of an abnormality by
sounding the horn and flashing the hazard
warning lights.
Refer to Operation on page 3-35.
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
trunk lid/liftgate/hatch are locked before
leaving the vehicle. Remember to take your
key and transmitter.
qOperation
System triggering conditions
The horn sounds intermittently and the
hazard warning lights flash for about 25
seconds when the system is triggered by
any one of the following:
lForcing open a door, the hood or the
trunk lid/liftgate/hatch.
lUnlocking a door with the inside door-
lock knob.
lUnlocking a door with the door lock
switch.
lOpening a door by operating an inside
door-lock knob.
lOpening the hood by operating the
hood release handle.
lOpening the trunk lid by operating the
trunk lid release button.
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If the system is triggered again, the lights
and horn will activate until a door is
unlocked or the trunk lid is opened with
the key or with the transmitter.
qHow to Arm the System
1. Remove the key from the ignition
switch.
2. Make sure the hood is closed. Close and lock all doors and the hatch/
liftgate/trunk lid from the outside using
the key or press the lock button on
your keyless entry system transmitter.
The following method will also arm the
theft-deterrent system:
Close the hood and the hatch/liftgate/
trunk lid . Press the area on the door-
lock switch marked “LOCK ”once.
Close all doors.
The theft deterrent system can also be
armed by activating the auto re-lock
function with all the doors, the hatch/
liftgate/trunk lid and the hood closed.
NOTE
Locking the doors with the inside door-lock
knob will not arm the system.
NOTEAuto re-lock function
After unlocking with the transmitter, all doors
and the hatch/liftgate will automatically lock if
one of the doors or the hatch/liftgate/trunk lid
is not opened within about 30 seconds.
q To Turn off an Armed System
An armed system can be turned off by any
one of the following methods:
lUnlock a door with the key.lPress the unlock button on the keyless
entry system transmitter.
lInsert the key into the ignition switch
and turn it to the ON position.
The hazard warning lights will flash twice
to indicate that the system is turned off.
NOTE
The trunk lid can be opened with the key or the
transmitter even when the system is armed. The
alarm will not come on and the system will
remain armed.
q To Stop an Alarm
A triggered alarm can be turned off by
any one of the following methods:
lUnlock a door with the key.lOpen the trunk lid with the key.lPress the unlock button or press and
hold the trunk button on the keyless
entry system transmitter.
lThe engine is started with the ignition
key or the start knob.
NOTE
If you have any problem with the theft-
deterrent system, consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
q Theft-Deterrent Labels
A label indicating that your vehicle is
equipped with a Theft-Deterrent System is
in the glove box.
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5Driving Your Mazda
Explanation of instruments and controls.
Starting and Driving ..................................................................... 5-2Ignition Switch .......................................................................... 5-2
Starting the Engine .................................................................... 5-4
Brake System ............................................................................ 5-5
Manual Transaxle Operation ..................................................... 5-9
Automatic Transaxle Controls ................................................ 5-12
Power Steering ........................................................................ 5-18
Cruise Control ......................................................................... 5-19
Traction Control System (TCS)
í........................................... 5-22
Tire Pressure Monitoring Systemí......................................... 5-25
Instrument Cluster and Indicators ............................................ 5-31 Meters and Gauges .................................................................. 5-31
Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds ............................ 5-35 Warning/Indicator Lights ........................................................ 5-35
Beep Sounds ........................................................................... 5-46
Switches and Controls ................................................................ 5-47 Lighting Control ..................................................................... 5-47
Turn and Lane-Change Signals ............................................... 5-49
Fog Lights
í............................................................................ 5-49
Windshield Wipers and Washer .............................................. 5-50
Rear Window Wiper and Washer
í......................................... 5-51
Rear Window Defroster ........................................................... 5-52
Horn ........................................................................................ 5-53
Hazard Warning Flasher .......................................................... 5-53
HomeLink Wireless Control System
í.................................... 5-54
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Horn
To sound the horn, press themark on
the steering wheel.
Hazard Warning Flasher
The hazard warning lights should always
be used when you stop on or near a
roadway in an emergency.
The hazard warning lights warn other
drivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazard
and that they must take extreme caution
when near it.
Depress the hazard warning flasher and all
the turn signals will flash.
NOTE
lThe turn signals do not work when the
hazard warning lights are on.
lCheck local regulations about the use of
hazard warning lights while the vehicle is
being towed to verify that it is not in
violation of the law.
Driving Your Mazda
Switches and Controls
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qFuse Panel Description
Fuse block (Engine compartment)
DESCRIPTION FUSE
RATING PROTECTED COMPONENT
1 SPARE ――
2 SPARE ――
3 SPARE ――
4 M.DEF 7.5A Mirror defroster
í
5―― ―
6 INJ 15A Injector
7 ENG BAR 10A
*1Air flow sensor, EGR control valve
15A*2
8― *1――
ENG BB*25A Cooling fan
9 HEAD LR 15A Headlight-low beam (Right)
10 HEAD LL 15A Headlight-low beam (Left)
11 HEAD HL 10A Headlight-high beam (Left)
12 HEAD HR 10A Headlight-high beam (Right)
13 ETC 7.5A Accelerator position sensor
14 HAZARD 10A Turn signal lights
15 STOP 20A Brake/Horn
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Maintenance and Care
íSome models.
Owner Maintenance
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HeadlightsControl ....................................... 5-47
Flashing ...................................... 5-48
High-low beam .......................... 5-47
Leveling ..................................... 5-48
HomeLink Wireless Control
System .............................................. 5-54
Hood Release .................................... 3-30
Horn .................................................. 5-53
I
Ignition Keys ............................................. 3-2
Switch .......................................... 5-2
Illuminated Entry System ................. 6-46
Immobilizer System .......................... 3-33
Indicator Lights ................................. 5-35 Cruise Main ................................ 5-45
Cruise set .................................... 5-45
Headlight high-beam .................. 5-44
Security ...................................... 5-43
Shift position .............................. 5-44
TCS ............................................ 5-44
TCS OFF .................................... 5-45
Turn-signal/hazard warning ....... 5-45
Information Display .......................... 6-49 Ambient temperature display ..... 6-50
Audio display ............................. 6-51
Climate control display .............. 6-51
Clock .......................................... 6-50
Information display functions .... 6-49
Inside Trunk Release Lever ............... 3-21
Instrument Cluster ............................. 5-31
Interior Care ...................................... 8-58
Interior Lights ................................... 6-46
J
Jump-Starting .................................... 7-17
K
Keyless Entry System ......................... 3-3
Keys .................................................... 3-2
L
Label Information ............................. 10-2
Lane-Change Signals ........................ 5-49
Liftgate .............................................. 3-13
Luggage compartment cover ...... 3-14
Luggage compartment net .......... 3-15
Light Bulbs
Replacement ............................... 8-38
Specifications ............................. 10-6
Lighting Control ............................... 5-47
Luggage Compartment Light ............ 6-48
M
Maintenance Introduction .................................. 8-2
Owner maintenance
precautions ................................. 8-16
Owner maintenance schedule ..... 8-15
Scheduled ..................................... 8-3
Manual Transaxle Operation ............... 5-9 Recommendations for shifting.... 5-10
Map Lights ........................................ 6-47
Mirrors Outside mirrors .......................... 3-38
Rearview mirror ......................... 3-39
Money-Saving Suggestions ................ 4-6
Moonroof .......................................... 3-31
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