2011 MAZDA MODEL CX-7 auxiliary battery

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Operation using the seat-side buttons
Programming
Park the vehicle in a safe location before
performing the seat position
programming. (Vehicle must be stopped)
1. Adjust the seat to the desired position.
For each seat position adjustment
method refer to the following pages:
Seat Slide (page 2-5)
Seat Recline (page 2-5)
Height Adjustment (page 2-6)
2. While holding the SET button in, press
the desired programming button 1, 2,
or 3 until a beep sound is heard.
The button is programmed after a beep
sound is heard. Other buttons can be
programmed using the same procedure.
NOTE
Vehicle maintenance or other reasons
requiring the vehicle battery to be
disconnected will result in the seat position
memory being erased.
In this case, re-program the seat positions.
Setting the driver's seat to a pre-
programmed position
There are two methods for setting the
driver's seat to a pre-programmed
position. For example, the type A method
can be used before sitting in the seat and
while the driver's door is open, and the
type B method can be used after getting in
the vehicle with the driver's door closed.
TYPE A
When the ignition is switched off and the
driver's door is open, press the
programming button 1, 2, or 3 for the
desired seating position.NOTE
In the following cases, the seat position set
function cancels:
lAny of the seat adjustment switches are
operated.
lThe SET button is pressed.lA programming button 1, 2, or 3 is pressed.lThe vehicle starts moving.lVehicle locking/unlocking is done using the
transmitter.
lVehicle locking/unlocking is done using the
advanced keyless functions.
TYPE B
When the ignition is switched ON or the
driver's door is closed, press and hold the
desired programming button 1, 2, or 3.
NOTE
In the following cases, the seat position set
function cancels:
lAny of the seat adjustment switches are
operated.
lThe SET button is pressed.lThe vehicle starts moving.
Operation using the advanced key/
retractable type key
Programming
One seat position can be programmed into
each advanced key/retractable type key.
After the following conditions have been
met, operate the seat and the advanced
key/retractable type key to program the
seat positions.
lThe ignition is switched off
(The auxiliary key/retractable type key
is removed from the ignition switch)
lThe driver's door is open
Essential Safety Equipment
Seats
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1. Adjust the seat to the desired position.
For each seat position adjustment
method, refer to the following pages:
Seat Slide (page 2-5)
Seat Recline (page 2-5)
Height Adjustment (page 2-6)
2. While holding the SET button in, press
and hold the
button on the advanced
key/retractable type key until a beep
sound is heard.
The advanced key/retractable type key
is programmed after a beep sound is
heard.
Seat position memory setting procedure
To set the driver's seat to pre-programmed
position, switch the ignition off, unlock
the doors using any of the following
methods, and then open the driver's door
within about 40 seconds.
lPress thebutton on the advanced
key/retractable type key.
lPress the request switch on a front door
or liftgate while the advanced key is
being carried.
NOTE
If any of the following occurs, the seat position
activation function cancels:
lThe/button on the advanced key/
retractable type key is pressed while the key
is not inserted into the ignition switch.
lA seat adjustment switch is operated.lThe vehicle starts moving.lThe selected programming button 1, 2, or 3
is pressed.
lVehicle unlocking is done using the
advanced keyless functions.
lThe SET button is pressed.
Erasing memory
After the following conditions have been
met, while holding the SET button in,
press the
button on the advanced key/
retractable type key until a beep sound is
heard.
lThe ignition is switched off
(The auxiliary key/retractable type key
is removed from the ignition switch)
lThe driver's door is open
NOTE
Memory will also be erased if any of the
following operations are performed:
lThe advanced key/retractable type key code
has been changed.
Refer to Immobilizer System (with
Advanced Key) on page 3-44.
Refer to Immobilizer System on page 3-48.
lThe vehicle battery is disconnected for
vehicle maintenance or other reasons.
qLumbar Support Adjustment
To increase the seat firmness, pull the
lever forward. Push the lever backward to
decrease firmness.
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CAUTION
ØBecause the advanced key uses low-intensity radio waves, it may not function
correctly under the following conditions:
ØThe advanced key is carried with communication devices such as cellular
phones.
ØThe advanced key contacts or is covered by a metal object.
ØThe advanced key is near electronic devices such as personal computers or cell
phones.
ØNon-Mazda genuine electronic equipment is installed in the vehicle.
ØThere is equipment which discharges radio waves near the vehicle.
ØIf the vehicle is near equipment such as wireless pay devices installed at certain
gas stations.
ØThe advanced key may consume battery power excessively if it receives high-
intensity radio waves. Do not place the advanced key near electronic devices such
as televisions or personal computers.
ØTo avoid damage to the advanced key, DO NOT:
ØDrop the advanced key.
ØGet the advanced key wet.
ØDisassemble the advanced key.
ØExpose the advanced key to high temperatures on places such as the
dashboard or hood, under direct sunlight.
ØPlace heavy objects on the advanced key.
ØPut the advanced key in an ultrasonic cleaner.
ØPut any magnetized objects close to the advanced key.
NOTE
lBattery life is about one year. Be sure to replace the battery as soon as you see the green KEY
indicator light in the instrument cluster begin flashing for 30 seconds after turning off the engine,
otherwise, you will not be able to start the engine using the advanced keyless start system once the
battery is completely dead Refer to KEY warning light (red) on page 5-56. If this occurs, you will
have to either force-start the engine or use the auxiliary key Refer to Advanced Key Battery Dead
Warning on page 3-19.
lAdditional advanced keys can be obtained at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Up to 6 advanced keys
can be used with the advanced keyless functions per vehicle.
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qAdvanced Key Maintenance
CAUTION
ØMake sure the battery is installed
with the correct pole facing
upward. Battery leakage could
occur if it is not installed correctly.
ØWhen 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.
ØThere is the danger of explosion if
the battery is not correctly
replaced.
ØReplace only with the same type
battery (CR2025 or equivalent).
ØDispose 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 or water.
ØNever deform or crush.
The following conditions indicate that the
battery power is low:
lThe KEY indicator light (green) flashes
in the instrument cluster for about 30
seconds after the engine is turned off.
lThe system does not operate and the
operation indicator light on the
transmitter does not flash when the
buttons are pressed.
lThe system's operational range is
reduced.Replacing the battery at an Authorized
Mazda Dealer is recommended to prevent
damage to the advanced key. If replacing
the battery by yourself, follow the
instruction below.
Replacing the advanced key battery
1. Pull out the auxiliary key.
2. Insert a flathead screwdriver into the
groove shown in the figure and rotate
the screwdriver to open the cover
slightly.
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3. Insert the flathead screwdriver into the
gap between the cover and the
transmitter, and then rotate the
screwdriver to detach the cover.
4. Remove the battery cap, then remove
the battery.
5. Insert a new battery with the positive
pole facing up, and then cover the
battery with the battery cap.
6. Close the cover.
7. Reinsert the auxiliary key.
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NOTElWhen switching the ignition to OFF/LOCK,
the ignition switch has to be pushed in from
the ACC position and turned. Without being
pushed in, the ignition switch stops at the
ACC position and the vehicle battery may
be discharged if the ignition switch is left in
the ACC position. When leaving the vehicle,
make sure the ignition is switched to OFF/
LOCK.
lIf the vehicle is left with the ignition not
switched to OFF/LOCK, a beep sound is
heard and the indicator light flashes to
notify the driver.
Refer to Warning Beep (page 3-18).
Operation Using Advanced
Key Functions
qKeyless Entry System
This system uses the more traditional
keyless entry buttons to remotely lock and
unlock the doors and the liftgate.
It can also help you signal for attention.
Press the buttons slowly and carefully.
NOTE
lThe 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 due
to local conditions.
lThe system does not operate when the
auxiliary key is in the ignition switch.
lWith the start knob installed in the OFF/
LOCK position, the system is fully
operational. If the ignition is not switched
off or the start knob is pushed in, the system
does not operate.
lAll doors and the liftgate cannot be locked
by pressing the lock button while any door
or the liftgate is open. The hazard warning
lights will also not flash.
lIf the transmitter does not operate when
pressing a button or the operational range
becomes too small, the battery may be
dead. To install a new battery, refer to
Maintenance (page 3-5).
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qAuxiliary Key Function
Use the auxiliary key stored in the
advanced key in the event of a dead
transmitter battery or malfunction.
Removing the auxiliary key
Pull out the auxiliary key from the
advanced key.
Locking, unlocking the doors
The doors can be locked/unlocked using
the auxiliary key, refer to Locking,
Unlocking with Key (page 3-28).
Starting the engine
The engine can be started with the
auxiliary key, refer to Ignition Switch
(page 5-2).
Advanced Key Suspend
Function
If one advanced key is left in the vehicle
and a second advanced key is used to lock
it, the functions of the advanced key left
in the vehicle are temporarily suspended
to prevent theft of the vehicle.
The following are inoperable:
lStarting the engine using the start
knob.
lOperating the request switches.
To restore these functions, perform any
one of the following:
lPress the lock or unlock button on the
advanced key which has had its
functions temporarily suspended.
lWhile carrying another advanced key,
push in the start knob until the KEY
indicator light (green) illuminates.
lInsert the auxiliary key and switch the
ignition ON.
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Warning and Beep Sounds
qSystem Malfunction Warning Light
If any malfunction occurs in the advanced
keyless function, the KEY warning light
(red) in the instrument cluster illuminates
continuously.
CAUTION
If the KEY warning light (red) remains
illuminated, do not continue to drive
the vehicle with the advanced keyless
function. Park the vehicle in a safe
place and use the auxiliary key to
continue driving the vehicle. Have the
vehicle inspected at an Authorized
Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
Refer to Ignition Switch (page 5-2).
qStart Knob Not in LOCK
Warning Beep
If the ignition is switched to ACC and the
driver's door is opened, a continuous beep
sound will be heard to notify the driver
that the ignition has not been switched off.
In this case, the keyless entry system does
not operate, the car cannot be locked, and
the battery will run down.
qAdvanced Key Removed from
Vehicle Warning Beep
Under the following conditions, a beep
sound will be heard and the KEY warning
light (red) will flash continuously when
the ignition has not been switched off to
notify the driver that the advanced key has
been removed. The KEY warning light
(red) will stop flashing when the advanced
key is back inside the vehicle:
lThe ignition has not been switched off,
the driver's door is open, and the
advanced key is removed from the
vehicle. (A beep sound will be heard
three times.)
However the beep sound will be heard
continuously when the ignition is
switched to ACC and the door is open
due to the activation of the warning
beep sound indicating that the ignition
is not switched off.
lThe ignition has not been switched off
and all the doors are closed after
removing the advanced key from the
vehicle. (A beep sound will be heard
six times.)
NOTE
Because the advanced key utilizes low-intensity
radio waves, the Advanced Key Removed From
Vehicle Warning may activate if the advanced
key is carried together with a metal object or it
is placed in a poor signal reception area
within the vehicle.
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