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When Warning Indicator/Beep is Activated
Under the following conditions, warning beeps are heard and a warning/indicator light in
the instrument cluster illuminates to notify the driver of improper operation of the
advanced key to prevent theft of the vehicle (page 3-18).
WarningHow to check
When a door is open, a continuous beep sound will be heard. Check whether the ignition has been
switched off.
When a door is open, 3 beep sounds are heard, and the KEY warning
light (red) in the instrument cluster flashes. Check whether the advanced key has
been removed from the vehicle.
When a door is closed, a beep sound is heard 6 times, and the KEY
warning light (red) in the instrument cluster flashes. Check whether the advanced key has
been removed from the vehicle.
When locking the doors , the chime sounds for about ten seconds. Check whether the advanced key has
been left in the vehicle.
When attempting to lock the doors by pressing the request switch on
the front doors, and six beep sounds are heard. Check whether the advanced key has
been left in the vehicle.
Check whether the ignition has been
switched off.
Check whether a door or the liftgate is
open.
When the KEY indicator light (green) flashes in the instrument cluster. The advanced key battery power is low.
Replace the battery with a new one.
Refer to Advanced Key Maintenance on
page 3-5.
When the KEY warning light (red) remains illuminated in the
instrument cluster. The advanced key is malfunctioning. 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.
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Immobilizer System (With
Advanced Key)
The immobilizer system allows the engine
to start only with an advanced key the
system recognizes.
If someone attempts to start the engine
with an unrecognized advanced 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 advanced key
(including auxiliary 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
Do not allow the following when
starting the engine with the auxiliary
key due to an advanced key dead
battery or other malfunction.
Otherwise the signal from the
auxiliary key will not be received
correctly and the engine may not
start.
ØA key ring rests on the auxiliary
key grip.
ØMetal parts of other keys or metal
objects touch the auxiliary key
grip.
ØSpare auxiliary keys or keys for
other vehicles equipped with an
immobilizer system touch or come
near the auxiliary key.
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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 3-61.
NOTE
lThe theft-deterrent system operates with the
advanced keyless function, keyless entry
system or the auxiliary key.
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
liftgate are locked before leaving the
vehicle. Remember to take your advanced
key.
qOperation
What turns it on:
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.
What it does:
lThe horn sounds intermittently and the
hazard warning lights flash.
lThe alarm continues for about 30
seconds, then stops.
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. NOTE
If the battery goes dead while the theft-
deterrent system is armed, the horn will
activate and the hazard warning lights will
flash when the battery is charged or replaced.
q
How to Arm the System
1. Close the windows and the moonroofí
securely.
2. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
(With advanced key)
Switch the ignition off with the start
knob.
3. Make sure all the windows, the moonroof
í, the hood are closed. Close
and lock all doors and the liftgate from
the outside using the key or press the
lock button on your keyless entry
system transmitter.
The hazard warning lights will flash
once to indicate that the system is
armed.
The following method will also arm the
theft-deterrent system:
(With advanced key)
Press a request switch or the lock
button on the transmitter.
(Without advanced key)
Close the hood and the liftgate. Press
the area on the door-lock switch
marked “
”once. Close all doors.
The theft deterrent system can also be
armed by activating the auto re-lock
function with all the doors, the liftgate and
the hood closed.
4. After 20 seconds, the system is fully armed.
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WARNING
Do not drive the vehicle with the KEY
warning light illuminated:If the KEY warning light remains
illuminated, do not continue to drive
using the advanced key system. 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.
When flashing
lUnder the following conditions, the
KEY warning light (red) flashes to
inform the driver that the start knob
will not rotate to the ACC position
even if it is pushed in from the OFF
position.
lThe advanced key battery is dead.lThe advanced key is not within
operational range.
lThe advanced key is placed in areas
where it is difficult for the system to
detect the signal (page 3-7).
lA key from another manufacturer
similar to the advanced key is in the
operational range.
lUnder the following conditions, the
KEY warning light (red) will flash
continuously when the start knob has
not been returned to the OFF position
to notify the driver that the advanced
key has been removed from the
vehicle. It will stop flashing when the
advanced key is back inside the
vehicle.
lThe start knob has not been returned
to the OFF position, the driver's
door is open, and the advanced key
is removed from the vehicle.
lThe start knob has not been returned
to the OFF position and all the
doors are closed after removing the
advanced key from the vehicle.
NOTE
The flashing KEY warning light (red) and the
beep sound operate simultaneously (page
3-20).
KEY Indicator Light (Green)
When illuminated
When the start knob is pushed in from the
OFF position, the system confirms that
the correct advanced key is inside the
vehicle, the KEY indicator light (green)
illuminates, and the start knob can be
turned to the ACC position (page 3-10).
When flashing
When the advanced key battery power is
low, the KEY indicator light flashes for 30
seconds after the start knob is turned from
the ON position to the ACC or OFF
position. Replace with a new battery
before the advanced key becomes
unusable (page 3-7).
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NOTElThis mode may not be usable depending on
the portable audio device to be connected.
lBefore using the auxiliary jack*1/USB port,
refer to the instruction manual for the
portable audio device.
l(With auxiliary jack)
Use a commercially-available, non-
impedance (3.5
) stereo mini plug for
connecting the portable audio unit to the
auxiliary jack. Before using the auxiliary
jack, read the manufacturer's instructions
for connecting a portable audio unit to the
auxiliary jack.
lTo prevent discharging of the battery, do
not use the auxiliary input for long periods
with the engine off or idling.
lWhen connecting a device to the auxiliary
jack*1or USB port, noise may occur
depending on the connected device. If the
device is connected to the vehicle's
accessory socket, the noise can be reduced
by unplugging it from the accessory socket.
*1 With auxiliary jack
q How to connect USB port/
Auxiliary jack
USB port Auxiliary jack
Connecting a device
1. Open the console lid.
2. Connect the device plug to the USB
port.
Connecting with connector cable
1. Open the console lid.
2. Pass the connection plug cord through
the cutout of the console and insert the
plug into the auxiliary jack.
WARNING
Do not allow the connection plug cord
to get tangled with the parking brake
or the shift lever: Allowing the plug cord to become
tangled with the parking brake or
the shift lever is dangerous as it
could interfere with driving, resulting
in an accident.
CAUTION
Do not place objects or apply force to
the auxiliary jack/USB port with the
plug connected.
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Auxiliary terminals
The auxiliary terminals consist of one
image input terminal and two sound input
terminals (for left and right).
Image input terminal: Yellow
Sound input (Right) terminal: Red
Sound input (Left) terminal: White
To use, open the cover.
CAUTION
Close the cover when the terminals
are not in use. If foreign material
penetrates, or liquid is spilled on it, it
may cause a malfunction.
NOTE
lFor monaural equipment (with one sound
output terminal), connect the terminal to
the sound input terminal (White). The
sound is output from the speaker to which
the terminal has been connected.
lNoise may occur depending on the
connected equipment.
Power Outlet
The power outlet can be used as a power
supply for electrical devices when the
ignition is switched to ACC or ON.
Only use AC 115 V electrical appliances
requiring no greater than 100 W
Open the cover to use the power outlet.
WARNING
Ø Never use medical instruments
with the power outlet.
Ø Follow the cautions below to
prevent electrical shock.
ØDo not plug accessories into the
power outlet or unplug them
with wet hands.
ØDo not put anything other than
plugs into the outlet.
ØDo not disassemble the outlet.
CAUTION
ØAlways close the cover when not in
use. If foreign objects or liquid
penetrate the outlet, it may cause
a malfunction.
Ø Do not use electrical appliances
that exceed the prescribed power
capacity. It may cause a
malfunction.
NOTE
To prevent discharging of the battery, do not
use the auxiliary input for long periods with
the engine off or idling.
Plug-in
1. Open the cover.
2. Lightly insert the plug and turn the outlet 90 degrees, then insert it fully.
POWER OUTLET
Unplug
1. Pull the plug out.
2. Close the cover.
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NOTE
The following electrical appliances may not
operate even if their electrical capacity is 100
W or less.
lAppliances requiring large amounts of
power for activation (such as cathode-ray
tube televisions, refrigerators with a
compressor, electrical pumps, and electrical
tools)
lAppliances with a power supply frequency
switch function (such as clocks and audio)
lAppliances for precise data processing
(such as measurement equipment)
Some electrical appliances other than the
above may not operate.
The protection circuit may operate and the
power supply may be stopped to prevent
battery depletion.
When using an electrical appliance for data
processing such as a personal computer, back
up the data frequently.
The power outlet (AC115V) cannot be used in
the following cases:
lBattery power is weaklAppliances with a capacity of 100 W or
more are used
lCabin temperature is extremely hot
Noise may occur during radio or television
operation depending on the electrical
appliance being used.
q Using AV Equipment
CAUTION
For safe driving, adjust the volume
while driving so that ambient sound
can be heard.
NOTE
Before operating, read the instruction manual
accompanying the AV equipment to be used.
1. Switch the ignition off.
2. If a power supply is necessary, connect the outlet to the power outlet.
Refer to Auxiliary Terminals and
Power Outlet on page 6-102.
3. Connect the image cable and sound cables to the input terminals.
Auxiliary
terminalsAccessory socket
(DC12 V, 10 A) Plug
Red
White Yellow
Sound cable (Right) Sound cable (Left) Image cableAV
equipment
NOTElFor monaural equipment (with one sound
output terminal), connect the terminal to
either of the sound input terminals (Red)
and (White). The sound is output from the
speaker to which the terminal has been
connected.
lNoise may occur depending on the
connected equipment.
4. Switch the ignition to ACC or ON.
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A
Accessory Socket ............................ 6-175
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and
Accessories ....................................... 9-19
Advanced Key ..................................... 3-2Advanced key maintenance ......... 3-5
Advanced key suspend
function ...................................... 3-17
Auxiliary key .............................. 3-17
Locking, unlocking with request
switch ........................................... 3-8
Operational range ......................... 3-7
Remote control function ............. 3-13
Service ......................................... 3-7
Warning and beep sounds .......... 3-18
When warning indicator/beep is
activated ..................................... 3-20
Air Bag Systems ............................... 2-54
All-Wheel Drive
(AWD) Operation ............................. 5-18 AWD warning light .................... 5-19
Ambient Temperature Display ........ 6-166
Antenna ............................................. 6-17
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ......... 5-8 Warning light ............................... 5-9
Appearance Care ............................... 8-54
Armrest Box .................................... 6-173
Audio System ................................... 6-17 Audio control switch .................. 6-50
Audio set .................................... 6-29
AUX/USB/iPod Mode ............... 6-52
Operating tips for audio
system ........................................ 6-17
Safety certification ..................... 6-63
Automatic Transaxle Driving tips ................................ 5-17
Manual shift mode ..................... 5-13
Shift-lock system ....................... 5-13
Transaxle ranges ........................ 5-12
B
Battery
Emergency starting .................... 7-18
Maintenance ............................... 8-31
Specifications ............................. 10-4
Beep Sounds Blind spot monitoring system
warning ...................................... 5-71
Ignition key reminder ................. 5-70
Lights-on reminder ..................... 5-70
Parking brake reminder .............. 5-71
Seat belt warning ........................ 5-70
Tire inflation pressure warning ... 5-71
Before Starting the Engine .................. 4-5 After getting in ............................. 4-5
Before getting in .......................... 4-5
Blind Spot Monitoring
(BSM) System .................................. 5-35 Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM).... 5-37
BSM OFF Indicator Light .......... 5-42
BSM OFF Switch ....................... 5-43
Care of radar sensors .................. 5-43
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
(RCTA) ...................................... 5-39
Warning Light/Beep ................... 5-42
Bluetooth® ...................................... 6-116 Bluetooth® Audio .................... 6-141
Bluetooth® Hands-Free ........... 6-122
Safety Certification .................. 6-149
Troubleshooting ....................... 6-145
Body Lubrication .............................. 8-27
Bottle Holder ................................... 6-171
Brake Fluid ........................................... 8-25
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