2009 MAZDA MODEL 6 immobilizer

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Immobilizer System
(without Advanced Key)
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.
If you have a problem with the
immobilizer system or the key, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
CAUTION
ØRadio 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.
Ø To avoid damage to the key, do
not:
ØDrop the key.ØGet the key wet.ØExpose the key to any kind of
magnetic field.
ØExpose 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.
ØA key ring rests on the key grip.
ØMetal parts of other keys or metal
objects touch the key grip.
ØSpare keys or keys for other
vehicles equipped with an
immobilizer system touch or come
near the key grip.
ØDevices for electronic purchases, or
security passage which touch or
come near the key.
Knowing Your Mazda
Security System
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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.
lThe keys carry a unique electronic code.
For this reason, and to assure your safety,
obtaining a 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.
qOperation
Arming
The system is armed when the ignition
switch is turned from the ON to the ACC
or LOCK position.
The security indicator light in the
instrument cluster flashes every two
seconds until the system is disarmed.
Disarming
The system is disarmed when the ignition
switch is turned to the ON position with
the correct ignition key.
The security indicator light illuminates for
about three seconds and goes out.
If the engine does not start with the
correct ignition key, and the security
indicator light keeps illuminating or
flashing, the system may have a
malfunction. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
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NOTElSignals 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 security
indicator 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 does not start after 3 or more
tries, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
lIf the security indicator light flashes
continuously while you are driving, do not
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 will not 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.
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.
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 3-55.
NOTE
lThe theft-deterrent system operates with the
key or the keyless entry system transmitter.
l(With advanced key)
The theft-deterrent system can also be
operated using the advanced keyless
function.
The system operates only when the driver is
in the vehicle or within operational range
while the advanced key is being carried.
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 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 30
seconds when the system is triggered by
any one of the following:
lForcing open a door, the hood or the
trunk lid.
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.
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Refer to Advanced Key Maintenance on
page 3-6.
NOTE
The advanced key can be set so that the KEY
indicator light (green) does not flash even if
the battery power is low.
Refer to Personalization Features on page
10-8.
qElectronic Steering Lock
Warning Lightí
The warning light remains illuminated for
a few seconds after the push button start is
pressed ON.
It flashes if the steering wheel is not
unlocked after the push button start is
pressed. (page 3-10)
qSecurity Indicator Light
This indicator light starts flashing every 2
seconds when the ignition is switched
from ON to ACC and the immobilizer
system is armed. The light stops flashing when the ignition
is switched ON with the correct ignition
key.
At this time, the immobilizer system is
disarmed and the light illuminates for
about 3 seconds and then turns off.
If the engine does not start with the
correct ignition key, and the security
indicator light keeps illuminating or
flashing, the system may have a
malfunction. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
q
Headlight 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.
Driving Your Mazda
Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds
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Type Approval of Equipment
Immobilizer system
9-20
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
Type Approval of Equipment
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E
Engine CoolantOverheating ................................ 7-11
Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge ................................................ 5-40
Exhaust Gas ........................................ 4-4
Exterior Care ..................................... 8-54
F
Flasher Hazard warning .......................... 5-70
Headlights .................................. 5-60
Flat Tire ............................................... 7-3 Changing ...................................... 7-6
Spare tire and tool storage ............ 7-3
Fluids Classification .............................. 10-4
Owner maintenance ................... 8-15
Fog Lights ......................................... 5-64
Foot Brake .......................................... 5-5
Front Seats
(Electrically Operated Seats) ............... 2-4
Front Seats
(Manually Operated Seats) ................. 2-2
Fuel Filler lid and cap ........................ 3-44
Gauge ......................................... 5-41
Requirements ............................... 4-2
Tank capacity ............................. 10-5
Fuses ................................................. 8-46 Panel description ........................ 8-49
Replacement ............................... 8-46
G
Gauges .............................................. 5-38
Glove Box ....................................... 6-102
H
Hazard Warning Flasher .................... 5-70
Hazardous Driving .............................. 4-7
HeadlightsControl ....................................... 5-60
Flashing ...................................... 5-62
High-low beam .......................... 5-62
Leveling ..................................... 5-62
HomeLink Wireless Control
System .............................................. 5-70
Hood Release .................................... 3-46
Horn .................................................. 5-69
I
Ignition Keys ........................................... 3-23
Switch .......................................... 5-2
Illuminated Entry System ................. 6-94
Immobilizer System
(with Advanced Key) ........................ 3-50
Immobilizer System
(without Advanced Key) ................... 3-53
Indicator Lights ................................. 5-43 BSM OFF ................................... 5-58
Cruise ......................................... 5-57
DSC OFF .................................... 5-57
Headlight high-beam .................. 5-55
Security ...................................... 5-55
Shift position .............................. 5-56
TCS OFF .................................... 5-56
TCS/DSC ................................... 5-56
Turn signal/hazard warning ........ 5-58
Information Display .......................... 6-96 Audio display ............................. 6-97
Climate control display .............. 6-97
Clock .......................................... 6-97
Information display functions .... 6-96
Trip computer ............................. 6-98
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Rocking the Vehicle ............................ 4-8
S
Safety Defects, Reporting ................. 9-43
Seat Belt System3-point type ................................ 2-19
Automatic locking ...................... 2-18
Belt minder ................................. 2-25
Emergency locking .................... 2-17
Extender ..................................... 2-23
Pregnant women ........................ 2-17
Pretensioner and load limiting .... 2-21
Seat belt precautions .................. 2-15
Warning light/beep ..................... 2-25
Seats Front seat
(Electrically operated seats) ......... 2-4
Front seat
(Manually operated seats) ............ 2-2
Rear seat ..................................... 2-10
Seat warmer ................................ 2-13
Security System Immobilizer system
(with advanced key) ................... 3-50
Immobilizer system
(without advanced key) .............. 3-53
Theft-deterrent system ............... 3-55
Service Publications .......................... 9-45
Shopping Bag Hook ........................ 6-104
Side Extention Sunvisors .................. 6-93
Spare Tire and Tool Storage ................ 7-3
Specifications .................................... 10-4
Speedometer ...................................... 5-39
SRS Air Bags How the Air Bags Work ............. 2-47
Supplemental restraint systems
precautions ................................. 2-41
S
Starting the Engine .............................. 5-4
Steering Wheel .................................. 3-59Horn ........................................... 5-69
Storage Compartments .................... 6-102 Center console .......................... 6-103
Glove box ................................. 6-102
Overhead console ..................... 6-102
Rear coat hooks ........................ 6-104
Shopping bag hook .................. 6-104
Storage pocket .......................... 6-102
Storage Pocket ................................ 6-102
Sunshade ........................................... 3-49
Sunvisors .......................................... 6-93
T
Tachometer ........................................ 5-40
Temporary Spare Tire ....................... 8-34
Theft-Deterrent System ..................... 3-55
Tire Information ................................ 9-24
Tire Pressure Monitoring System ...... 5-27 System error activation .............. 5-31
Tire pressure monitoring system
warning light .............................. 5-29
Tires and wheels ......................... 5-31
Tires Flat tire ......................................... 7-3
Inflation pressure ........................ 8-32
Replacement ............................... 8-34
Rotation ...................................... 8-33
Snow tires .................................... 4-8
Spare tire and tool storage ............ 7-3
Specifications ............................. 10-7
Tire chains .................................... 4-9
Uniform tire quality grading system
(UTQGS) ................................... 9-22
Tool ..................................................... 7-3
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