2017 MAZDA MODEL MX-5 RF ignition

2–54
Essential Safety Equipment
Active Bonnet
CAUTION
Do not touch the actuator directly after the active bonnet has activated. Otherwise, it could
result in a burn as the actuator is hot directly after the activation.
Operation and Handling
 




 Always make sure that the bonnet is closed completely before driving. Otherwise, the
system may not operate normally.
 


 The system may not operate for about 8 seconds after the ignition is switched ON.



 Use tyres of the same speci¿ ed size on all four wheels. If tyres with different sizes are
used, the system may not operate normally.
 


 If something hits the area around the front bumper, the sensor could be damaged even if
the active bonnet does not activate. Always consult an expert repairer, we recommend an
Authorised Mazda Repairer to have the vehicle inspected.
 


 Do not remove or repair parts or wiring for the active bonnet. In addition, do not test
the system’s circuitry using an electric tester. Otherwise, the active bonnet may activate
mistakenly or not operate normally. Consult an expert repairer, we recommend an
Authorised Mazda Repairer for when repairs or replacement servicing is required.
 


 Do not replace the front bumper, bonnet, suspension, aero parts, or wheels with non-
genuine Mazda parts. Otherwise, the system may not operate normally.
 


 Do not install non-genuine Mazda accessories to the front bumper. In addition, do not
install objects on the bonnet. Otherwise, the system may not operate normally.
 


 Do not close the bonnet excessively or apply a load to the actuator. Otherwise, the
actuator could be damaged and cause the system to not operate normally.
 


 Do not modify the suspension. If the vehicle height or the damping force of the
suspensions is changed, the system may not operate normally.
 


 When equipping parts, consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda
Repairer. If parts are installed incorrectly, the active bonnet may not activate normally due
to the inability to detect an impact.
 


 When disposing of the vehicle, consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised
Mazda Repairer. If the vehicle is not handled correctly, it could result in injury.
 


 The active bonnet cannot be reused if it has been activated. Have the system replaced at
an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
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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 boot lid, fuel-¿ ller À ap, 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.
For vehicles with the type A instrument
cluster, check the displayed message for
more information and, if necessary, have
the vehicle inspected at an expert repairer,
we recommend an Authorised Mazda
Repairer, according to the indication.
 


 KEY Warning Light (Red)
 Refer to Warning/Indicator Lights on
page 4-42 .




 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.
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3–4
Before Driving
Keys
CAUTION
Changes or modi¿ cations not expressly
approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE
  The keyless entry system operation
may vary due to local conditions.
  The keyless entry system is fully
operational (door/boot lid/fuel-¿ ller
À ap 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 6-31 ).
  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 (for
vehicles with a type A instrument
cluster (page 4-42 ), messages are
displayed 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.
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3–5
Before Driving
Keys
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
4-69 .
 (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 3-55 .
  (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 boot lid, fuel-
¿ ller À ap 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
boot lid, fuel-¿ ller À ap 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 9-10 .
NOTE
 Use the following procedure to
change the setting.
1. Switch the ignition off and close
both of the doors and the 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.
Both of the doors and the boot lid,
fuel-¿ ller À ap 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 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.
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3–6
Before Driving
Keys
Lock button
To lock the doors and the boot lid, fuel-
¿ ller À ap, 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. NOTE
  The doors and the boot lid, fuel-¿ ller
À ap cannot be locked by pressing the
lock button while any other door 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 both 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 both the doors
(Steering wheel also locks).
 Refer to i-stop on page 4-13 .   Make sure both doors and the boot
lid, fuel-¿ ller À ap 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.
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3–7
Before Driving
Keys
*Some models.
Unlock button
To unlock the doors and the 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, both
doors and the boot lid, fuel-¿ ller
À ap 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
willÀ ash for con¿ rmation.
 The time required for the doors to
lock automatically can be changed.
 Refer to Personalisation Features on
page 9-10 .
 


 A door or the 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
willÀ ash twice to indicate that the
system is turned off.
Boot button
To open the boot lid, press and hold the
boot button until the boot lid opens.
Type A Type B
Intrusion sensor cancel button *
To cancel the intrusion sensor (part of
the theft-deterrent system), press the
intrusion sensor cancel button within 20
seconds after pressing the lock button and
the hazard warning lights will À ash three
times.
Refer to Theft-Deterrent System on page
3-55 .
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3–8
Before Driving
Keys
Operational Range
The system operates only when the driver
is in the vehicle or within operational
range while the key is being carried.
Starting the Engine
NOTE
  Starting the engine may be possible
even if the key is outside of the
vehicle and extremely close to a door
and window, however, always start
the engine from the driver's seat.
 If the vehicle is started and the key
is not in the vehicle, the vehicle will
not restart after it is shut off and the
ignition is switched to off.
  The boot is out of the assured
operational range, however, if the
key (transmitter) is operable the
engine will start.
With the advanced keyless function
Interior aerial
Operational range
Without the advanced keyless function
Operational range Interior aerial
NOTE
The engine may not start if the key is
placed in the following areas:
 
 Around the instrument panel 
 In the storage compartments or the
centre console
Key Suspend Function
If a key is left in the vehicle, the
functions of the key left in the vehicle are
temporarily suspended to prevent theft of
the vehicle.
To restore the functions, press the unlock
button on the functions-suspended key in
the vehicle.
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3–12
Before Driving
Doors and Locks
*Some models.
NOTE
  Always stop the engine and lock the
doors. In addition, to prevent theft of
valuables, do not leave them inside
the cabin.
  If the key is left in the following
areas and you leave the vehicle, the
doors may be locked depending on
the radio wave conditions even if the
key is left in the vehicle.
 


 Around the instrument panel



 In the storage compartments or the
centre console
 


 Next to a communication device
such as a mobile phone
 
 The vehicle lock-out prevention
feature prevents you from locking
yourself out of the vehicle.
 Both doors and the boot lid, fuel-
¿ ller À ap will automatically unlock if
they are locked using the power door
locks with any door open.
 If both the doors are closed even
though the boot lid is open, both
the doors and the fuel-¿ ller À ap will
lock.
NOTE
(Door unlock (control) system with
collision detection) *
 This system automatically unlocks
the doors and the boot lid, fuel-
¿ ller À ap in the event the vehicle
is involved in an accident to allow
passengers to get out of the vehicle
immediately and prevent being
trapped inside. While the ignition
is switched ON and in the event the
vehicle receives an impact strong
enough to inÀ ate the air bags, both
the doors and the boot lid, fuel-¿ ller
À ap are automatically unlocked after
about 6 seconds have elapsed from
the time of the accident.
 The doors and the boot lid, fuel-¿ ller
À ap may not unlock depending on
how an impact is applied, the force
of the impact, and other conditions of
the accident.
 If door-related systems or the battery
is malfunctioning, the doors and
the boot lid, fuel-¿ ller À ap will not
unlock.
 
 When opening a door, the power
windows open a little automatically.
When closing the door, the power
windows close automatically. This
is a function for improving the
sealability, and it does not mean there
is a problem.
 If the vehicle battery is disconnected
for vehicle maintenance or other
reasons, the power windows will not
open or close automatically. If the
power windows do not open or close,
the automatic open/close mechanism
for the windows must be reset.
 Refer to Operating the Power
Windows on page 3-34 .
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