Black plate (77,1)
3Knowing Your Mazda
Explanation of basic operations and controls; opening/closing and adjustment
of various parts.
Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System ................................ 3-2
Advanced Keysí...................................................................... 3-2
Operation Using Advanced Keyless Functions ......................... 3-7
Operation Using Advanced Key Functions ............................. 3-17
Advanced Key Suspend Function ........................................... 3-21
Warning Lights and Beep Sounds ........................................... 3-22
When Warning Indicator/Beep is Activated ............................ 3-25
Doors and Locks ......................................................................... 3-26
Keys ........................................................................................ 3-26
Keyless Entry System
í.......................................................... 3-27
Door Locks ............................................................................. 3-33
Liftgate (5 Door) ..................................................................... 3-38
Trunk Lid (4 Door) ................................................................. 3-41
Inside Trunk Release Lever ..................................................... 3-43
Power Windows ...................................................................... 3-44
Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap ........................................................... 3-47
Hood ....................................................................................... 3-49
Moonroof
í............................................................................. 3-50
Security System ........................................................................... 3-53
Immobilizer System (with Advanced Key) ............................. 3-53
Immobilizer System (without Advanced Key) ........................ 3-57
Theft-Deterrent System
í........................................................ 3-61
Steering Wheel and Mirrors ...................................................... 3-64
Steering Wheel ........................................................................ 3-64
Mirrors .................................................................................... 3-64
3-1íSome models.
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Rear Window Defroster
The rear window defroster clears frost,
fog, and thin ice from the rear window.
The ignition must be switched ON.
Press the switch to turn on the rear
window defroster. The rear window
defroster operates for about 15 minutes
and turns off automatically.
The indicator light illuminates during
operation.
To turn off the rear window defroster
before the 15 minutes has elapsed, press
the switch again.
Fully Automatic Type Air-Conditioning
Indicator light
Manual Type Air-Conditioning
Indicator light
CAUTION
Do not use sharp instruments or
window cleaners with abrasives to
clean the inside of the rear window
surface. They may damage the
defroster grid inside the window.
NOTE
This defroster is not designed for melting snow.
If there is an accumulation of snow on the rear
window, remove it before using the defroster.
qMirror Defrosterí
To turn on the mirror defrosters, switch
the ignition ON and press the rear window
defroster switch (page 5-70).
5-70
Driving Your Mazda
íSome models.
Switches and Controls
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