2017 MAZDA MODEL 2 key

2–49
Essential Safety Equipment
SRS Air Bags
Switch Positions
Before driving, always con¿ rm that the front passenger air bag deactivation switch is in the
appropriate position using the auxiliary key according to your requirements.
WARNING
Do not leave the key in the front passenger air bag deactivation switch:
Unintentional deactivation of the front passenger air bag is dangerous. In an accident,
the front passenger will not be properly protected. Serious injuries or even death
could occur. To avoid unintentional deactivation, always use the auxiliary key stored
in the transmitter body currently being used to operate the front passenger air bag
deactivation switch. After deactivating the air bag, put the auxiliary key back into the
transmitter body. That way you will not leave the key in the front passenger air bag
deactivation switch.
NOTE
After operating the front passenger air bag deactivation switch, put the auxiliary key back
into the transmitter body.

OFF
Front passenger front air bag, side air bag, and front passenger seat belt pretensioner do not
operate.
Switching to OFF position
1. Insert the key into the front passenger air bag deactivation switch and turn the key
clockwise until the key points to OFF.
2. Remove the key.
3. Make sure the air bag deactivation indicator light remains illuminated when the ignition
is switched ON.


The front passenger front and side air bags and also the seat belt pretensioner system will
remain deactivated until the front passenger air bag deactivation switch is turned to the ON
position.

2–50
Essential Safety Equipment
SRS Air Bags
O N
Front passenger front air bag, side air bag, and front passenger seat belt pretensioner
operate. Activate the system only when a child-restraint system is not installed on the front
passenger seat.
Switching to ON position
1. Insert the key into the front passenger air bag deactivation switch and turn the key
anticlockwise until the key points to ON.
2. Remove the key.
3. Make sure the air bag deactivation indicator light remains illuminated when the ignition
is switched ON. The air bag deactivation indicator light turns off after a short period of
time.

3–1*Some models.3–1
3Before Driving
Use of various features, including keys, doors, mirrors and windows.

Keys ...................................................... 3-2
Keys ............................................... 3-2
Keyless Entry System .................... 3-3

Advanced Keyless Entry System ....... 3-9
Advanced Keyless Entry
System
* ........................................... 3-9
Operational Range ....................... 3-10

Doors and Locks ................................ 3-11
Door Locks ................................... 3-11
Liftgate/Boot Lid ......................... 3-21

Fuel and Emission ............................. 3-26
Fuel and Engine Exhaust
Precautions ................................... 3-26
Fuel-Filler Flap and Cap .............. 3-31

Steering Wheel................................... 3-33
Steering Wheel ............................. 3-33

Mirrors ............................................... 3-34
Mirrors ......................................... 3-34

Windows ............................................. 3-38
Power Windows ........................... 3-38
Manual Windows
* ........................ 3-41
Security System ................................. 3-42
Modi¿ cation and Add-On
Equipment .................................... 3-42
Immobilizer System ..................... 3-42
Theft-Deterrent System
* ............... 3-44

Driving Tips ....................................... 3-48
Running-In ................................... 3-48
Saving Fuel and Protection of the
Environment ................................. 3-48
Hazardous Driving ....................... 3-49
Floor Mat ..................................... 3-50
Rocking the Vehicle ..................... 3-51
Winter Driving ............................. 3-51
Driving In Flooded Area .............. 3-54
Turbocharger Information
(SKYACTIV-D 1.5) ..................... 3-55

Towing ................................................ 3-56
Towing Caravans and Trailers
(Europe/Turkey/South Africa) ..... 3-56

3–2
Before Driving
Keys
K e y s
WARNING
Do not leave the key in your vehicle
with children and keep them in a place
where your children will not ¿ nd or
play with them:
Leaving children in a vehicle with the
key is dangerous. This could result in
someone being badly injured or even
killed. Children may ¿ nd these keys
to be an interesting toy to play with
and could cause the power windows or
other controls to operate, or even make
the vehicle move.
CAUTION
  Because the key (transmitter) uses
low-intensity radio waves, it may
not function correctly under the
following conditions:
 


 The key is carried with
communication devices such as
cellular phones.
 


 The key contacts or is covered by a
metal object.
 


 The key is near electronic devices
such as personal computers.
 


 Non-Mazda genuine electronic
equipment is installed in the
vehicle.
 


 There is equipment which
discharges radio waves near the
vehicle.
 
 The key (transmitter) may consume
battery power excessively if it
receives high-intensity radio waves.
Do not place the key near electronic
devices such as televisions or
personal computers.
  To avoid damage to the key
(transmitter), DO NOT:
 


 Drop the key.



 Get the key wet.



 Disassemble the key.



 Expose the key to high
temperatures on places such as the
instrument panel or bonnet, under
direct sunlight.
 


 Expose the key to any kind of
magnetic ¿ eld.




 Place heavy objects on the key.



 Put the key in an ultrasonic
cleaner.
 


 Put any magnetized objects close
to the key.

3–3
Before Driving
Keys
A code number is stamped on the plate
attached to the key set; detach this plate
and store it in a safe place (not in the
vehicle) for use if you need to make a
replacement key (auxiliary key).
Also write down the code number and
keep it in a separate safe and convenient
place, but not in the vehicle.

If your key (auxiliary key) is lost, consult
your Authorised Mazda Repairer and have
your code number ready.
NOTE
The driver must carry the key to ensure
the system functions properly.

Auxiliary key Transmitter
Key code number plate

To use the auxiliary key, pull out the
auxiliary key from the transmitter while
pressing the knob.

Knob

Keyless Entry System
This system uses the key buttons to
remotely lock and unlock the doors and
the liftgate/boot lid, and opens the boot lid.
The system can start the engine without
having to take the key out of your purse or
pocket.
Operating the theft-deterrent system is
also possible on theft-deterrent system-
equipped vehicles.

System malfunctions or warnings are
indicated by the following warning lights
or beeps.
 


 KEY Warning Light (Red)
 Refer to Warning/Indicator Lights on
page 4-38 .
 


 Ignition Not Switched Off (STOP)
Warning Beep
  Refer to Ignition Not Switched Off
(STOP) Warning Beep on page 7-51 .
 


 Key Removed from Vehicle Warning
Beep
  Refer to Key Removed from Vehicle
Warning Beep on page 7-51 .

If you have a problem with the key,
consult an expert repairer, we recommend
an Authorised Mazda Repairer.

If your key is lost or stolen, consult an
Authorised Mazda Repairer as soon as
possible for a replacement and to make the
lost or stolen key inoperative.
CAUTION
Changes or modi¿ cations not expressly
approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.

3–4
Before Driving
Keys
NOTE
  The keyless entry system operation
may vary due to local conditions.
  The keyless entry system is fully
operational (door/liftgate/boot lid
lock/unlock) when the ignition is
switched off. The system does not
operate if the ignition is switched to
any position other than off.
  If the key does not operate when
pressing a button or the operational
range becomes too small, the
battery may be weak. To install a
new battery, refer to Key Battery
Replacement (page 6-41 ).

 Battery life is about one year.
Replace the battery with a new one
if the KEY indicator light (green)
À ashes in the instrument cluster.
Replacing the battery about once
a year is recommended because
the KEY warning light/indicator
light may not illuminate or À ash
depending on the rate of battery
depletion.
  Additional keys can be obtained at
an Authorised Mazda Repairer. Up to
6 keys can be used with the keyless
functions per vehicle. Bring all keys
to an Authorised Mazda Repairer
when additional keys are required.
Transmitter

Operation buttons Operation indicator light

NOTE
  (European models)  The headlights turn on/off by
operating the transmitter. Refer
to Leaving Home Light on page
4-67 .
  (With theft-deterrent system)  The hazard warning lights À ash when
the theft-deterrent system is armed or
turned off.
 Refer to Theft-Deterrent System on
page 3-44 .
  (With the advanced keyless
function (European models))
 The setting can be changed so that a
beep sound is heard for con¿ rmation
when the doors and the liftgate/boot
lid are locked/unlocked using the
key.
 (With the advanced keyless
function (Except European
models))
 A beep sound can be heard for
con¿ rmation when the doors and the
liftgate/boot lid are locked/unlocked
using the key. If you prefer, the beep
sound can be turned off.
 The volume of the beep sound can
also be changed.
 Refer to Personalisation Features on
page 9-13 .

3–5
Before Driving
Keys
NOTE
 Use the following procedure to
change the setting.

1. Switch the ignition off and close
all of the doors and the liftgate/
boot lid.
2. Open the driver's door.
3. Within 30 seconds of opening the
driver's door, press and hold the
LOCK button on the key for 5
seconds or longer.
All of the doors and the liftgate/
boot lid lock and the beep sound
activates at the currently set
volume. The setting changes each
time the LOCK button on the key
is pressed and the beep sound
activates at the set volume. (If the
beep sound has been set to not
activate, it will not activate.)
4. The setting change is completed
by doing any one of the following:




 Switching the ignition to ACC
or ON.
 


 Closing the driver's door.



 Opening the liftgate/boot lid.



 Not operating the key for 10
seconds.
 


 Pressing any button except the
LOCK button on the key.
 


 Pressing a request switch.
The operation indicator light À ashes when
the buttons are pressed.
Lock button
To lock the doors and the liftgate/boot
lid, press the lock button and the hazard
warning lights will À ash once.
(With the advanced keyless function
(Except European models))
A beep sound will be heard once.

3–6
Before Driving
Keys
NOTE
  (European models)  The doors and the liftgate/boot lid
cannot be locked by pressing the lock
button while any other door is open.
The hazard warning lights will also
not À ash.
 (Except European models)  The doors and the liftgate/boot lid
cannot be locked by pressing the lock
button while any other door or the
liftgate is open. The hazard warning
lights will also not À ash.

 (With the i-stop function
(European models))
 Removing the key from the vehicle,
closing all the doors and pressing the
LOCK button on the key while the
i-stop function is operating (engine
is stopped) will switch the ignition
OFF and lock all the doors (Steering
wheel also locks).
 Refer to i-stop on page 4-13 .   Make sure all doors and the liftgate/
boot lid are locked after pressing the
button.
  (With double locking system)  Pressing the lock button twice within
3 seconds will activate the double
locking system.
 Refer to Double Locking System on
page 3-13 .
  (With theft-deterrent system)  When the doors are locked by
pressing the lock button on the key
while the theft-deterrent system is
armed, the hazard warning lights will
À ash once to indicate that the system
is armed.
Unlock button
To unlock the doors and the liftgate/boot
lid, press the unlock button and the hazard
warning lights will À ash twice.
(With the advanced keyless function
(Except European models))
A beep sound will be heard twice.


NOTE
  (Auto re-lock function)  After unlocking with the key, all
doors and the liftgate/boot lid
will automatically lock if any of
the following operations are not
performed within about 30 seconds.
If your vehicle has a theft-deterrent
system, the hazard warning lights
will À ash for con¿ rmation.
 The time required for the doors to
lock automatically can be changed.
 Refer to Personalisation Features on
page 9-13 .
 


 A door or the liftgate/boot lid is
opened.
 


 The ignition is switched to any
position other than off.
 
 (With theft-deterrent system)  When the doors are unlocked by
pressing the unlock button on the key
while the theft-deterrent system is
turned off, the hazard warning lights
will À ash twice to indicate that the
system is turned off.