2016 MAZDA MODEL CX-5 dead battery

Black plate (174,1)
NOTE
Because the key utilizes low-intensity radio
waves, the Key Removed From Vehicle
Warning may activate if the key is carried
together with a metal object or it is placed in a
poor signal reception area.
Type B
This indicator has two colors.
KEY Warning Light (Red)
When illuminated
If any malfunction occurs in the keyless
entry system, it illuminates continuously.
CAUTION
If the key warning indicator light
illuminates or the push button start
indicator light (amber) flashes, the
engine may not start. If the engine
cannot be started, try starting it
using the emergency operation for
starting the engine, and have the
vehicle inspected at an Authorized
Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
Refer to Emergency Operation for
Starting the Engine on page 4-8.
When flashing
lUnder the following conditions, the
KEY warning light (red) flashes to
notify the driver that the ignition
cannot be switched from off.
lThe key battery is dead.lThe key is not within operational
range.
lThe 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 key is in the
operational range.
lUnder the following conditions, the
KEY warning light (red) will flash
continuously when the ignition has not
been switched off to notify the driver
that the key has been removed from the
vehicle. The KEY warning light (red)
will stop flashing when the key is back
inside the vehicle:
The ignition has not been switched off
and all the doors and the liftgate are
closed after removing the key from the
vehicle.
NOTE
Because the key utilizes low-intensity radio
waves, the Key Removed From Vehicle
Warning may activate if the key is carried
together with a metal object or it is placed in a
poor signal reception area.
KEY Indicator Light (Green)
When illuminated
When the brake pedal is depressed with
an automatic transaxle or the clutch pedal
is depressed with a manual transaxle, the
system confirms that the correct key is
inside the vehicle, the KEY indicator light
(green) illuminates, and the engine can be
started (page 4-3).
When flashing
When the ignition is switched from ON to
off, the KEY indicator light (green)
flashes for approximately 30 seconds
indicating that the remaining battery
power is low. Replace with a new battery
before the key becomes unusable.
Refer to Key Battery Replacement on
page 6-39.
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Instrument Cluster and Display
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Black plate (210,1)
NOTElThe electric parking brake cannot be
applied or released while the vehicle
battery is dead.
lIf the electric parking brake is repeatedly
applied and released it may stop operating
to prevent overheating of the motor. If this
occurs, wait approx. 1 minute before
operating the electric parking brake switch
again.
lAn operation sound occurs when applying
or releasing the electric parking brake,
however, this does not indicate a
malfunction.
lIf the electric parking brake is not used for
long periods, an automatic inspection of the
system is performed while the vehicle is
parked. An operation sound can be heard,
however, this does not indicate a problem.
lWhen the electric parking brake is applied
and the ignition is switched OFF, an
operation sound can be heard, however,
this does not indicate a problem.
lThe brake pedal may move while the
electric parking brake is being applied or
released, however, this does not indicate a
problem.
lIf the electric parking brake switch is
continually pulled while driving the vehicle,
the electric parking brake will be applied
and the electric parking brake warning
beep will be activated. When the switch is
released, the electric parking brake is
released and the beep stops.
lIf the electric parking brake is applied with
the ignition switched off or in ACC, the
brake system warning light in the
instrument cluster and the indicator light in
the switch may turn on for 15 seconds.
lWhen running the vehicle through an
automatic car wash, it may be necessary to
switch the ignition off with the parking
brake released depending on the type of
automatic car wash.
When applying the electric parking
brake
The electric parking brake can be applied
regardless of the ignition switch position.
Securely depress the brake pedal and pull
up the electric parking brake switch.
The electric parking brake is applied and
the brake system warning light and the
electric parking brake switch indicator
light turn on.
Refer to Warning/Indicator Lights on page
4-20.
When releasing the electric parking
brake
The electric parking brake can be released
while the ignition is switched ON or the
engine is running. When the electric
parking brake is released, the brake
system warning light and the electric
parking brake switch indicator light turn
off.
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When Driving
Brake
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Black plate (471,1)
Key Battery Replacement
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
ØMake sure the battery is installed
correctly. Battery leakage could
occur if it is not installed correctly.
ØWhen replacing the battery, be
careful not to touch any of the
internal circuitry and electrical
terminals, bend the electrical
terminals, or get dirt in the
transmitter as the transmitter
could be damaged.
ØThere is the danger of explosion if
the battery is not correctly
replaced.
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.
ØReplace only with the same type
battery (CR2025 or equivalent).
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
(for vehicles with a type A meter,
messages are displayed in the
instrument cluster).
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 key. If replacing the battery
by yourself, follow the instruction below.
Replacing the key battery
1. Press the knob and pull out the
auxiliary key.
Knob
2. Twist a tape-wrapped flathead
screwdriver in the direction of the
arrow and open the cover slightly.
Cover
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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Black plate (541,1)
When Liftgate Cannot be
Opened
If the vehicle battery is dead or there is a
malfunction in the electrical system and
the liftgate can not be opened, perform the
following procedure as an emergency
measure to Open it:
1. Remove the cap on the interior surface
of the liftgate with a flathead
screwdriver.
Cap
2. Turn the lever to the right to unlock the
liftgate.
Lever
After performing this emergency measure,
have the vehicle inspected at an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible.
If Trouble Arises
When Liftgate Cannot be Opened
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