2023 MAZDA MODEL CX-50 mazda cx 50

Keys
▼Keys
WARNING
Do not leave the key in your vehicle
with children and keep them in a
place where your children will not
find 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 find 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 (transmitter) is carried with
communication devices such as
cellular phones.
 The key (transmitter) contacts or is
covered by a metal object.
 The key (transmitter) 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 (transmitter)
near electronic devices such as
televisions or personal computers.
To avoid damage to the key
(transmitter), DO NOT:
 Drop the key (transmitter).
 Get the key (transmitter) wet.
 Disassemble the key (transmitter).
 Expose the key (transmitter) to
high temperatures on places such
as the dashboard, under direct
sunlight.
 Expose the key (transmitter) to any
kind of magnetic field.
 Place heavy objects on the key
(transmitter).
 Put the key (transmitter) in an
ultrasonic cleaner.
 Put any magnetized objects close
to the key (transmitter).

NOTE
The driver must carry the key
(transmitter) to ensure the system
functions properly.
Tra n s m i t te r
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1. Transmitter (page 3-5)

Auxiliary key
There is a removable auxiliary key
inside the transmitter.

Removing the auxiliary key
1. Remove the lower cover whilesliding the knob in the direction of
the arrow.
2. Remove the auxiliary key.
Installing the auxiliary key
1. Install the auxiliary key as the
illustration.
2. Insert the tabs of the lower coverinto the slots of the transmitter and
install the lower cover.

Key code number plate
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
an Authorized Mazda Dealer and have
your code number ready.
1. Key code number plate
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Keyless Entry System
▼Keyless Entry System
This system uses the key buttons to
remotely lock and unlock the doors,
liftgate, and fuel-filler lid, and opens/
closes the liftgate.
The system can start the engine
without having to take the key out of
your purse or pocket.
It can also help you signal for attention
or help.
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.
Check the displayed message for more
information and, if necessary, have the
vehicle inspected at an Authorized
Mazda Dealer, according to the
indication.
KEY Warning Indication/Warning
Light (Red)
Refer to KEY Warning Indication/
Warning Light (Red) on page 7-26.
Ignition Not Switched Off (STOP)
Warning Beep
Refer to Ignition Not Switched
Off
(STOP) Warning Beep on page
7-37.
Key Removed from Vehicle Warning
Beep
Refer to Key Removed from Vehicle
Warning Beep on page 7-37.
If you have a problem with the key,
consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

If your key is lost or stolen, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible for a replacement and to
make the lost or stolen key inoperative.
CAUTION
Radio 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.
NOTE
The keyless entry system operation
may vary due to local conditions.
The keyless entry system is fully
operational 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 6-29).
Battery life is about 1 year. Replace
the battery with a new one if the
messages are displayed in the
instrument cluster. Replacing the
battery about once a year is
recommended because the KEY
warning indication may not display
depending on the rate of battery
depletion.
Additional keys can be obtained at
an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Up to
6 keys can be used with the keyless
functions per vehicle. Bring all keys
to an Authorized Mazda Dealer
when additional keys are required.
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▼Transmitter
1. Operation indicator light
2. Lock button (
)
3. Unlock button (
)
4. Power liftgate button (
)*
5. Panic button ()
NOTE
The headlights turn on/off by
operating the transmitter. Refer to
Leaving Home Light on page 4-52.
(With theft-deterrent system)
The hazard warning lights flash when
the theft-deterrent system is armed
or turned off.
Refer to Theft-Deterrent System on
page 3-44.
(With the advanced keyless
function)
A beep sound can be heard for
confirmation when the doors,
liftgate, and fuel-filler 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 the Settings section in the
Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.
The operation indicator light flashes
when the buttons are pressed.
Lock button
To lock the doors, liftgate, and
fuel-filler lid, press the lock button and
the hazard warning lights will flash
once.
(With the advanced keyless function)
A beep sound will be heard once.

To confirm that all the doors, liftgate,
and fuel-filler lid have been locked,
press the lock button again within 5
seconds. If they are closed and locked,
the horn will sound.
NOTE
The doors can be locked when the
lock button on the transmitter is
pressed while any door is open.
To prevent the transmitter from being
left in the vehicle, make sure that the
driver carries the transmitter when
locking the doors with any door
open.
When any door or the liftgate is open
and the lock button is pressed, the
closed doors can be locked. After
that, any other open door or the
liftgate can be locked by closing
them.
Confirm that all the doors, liftgate,
and fuel-filler lid are locked visually
or audibly by use of the double click.
Make sure all the doors, liftgate, and fuel-filler lid are locked after pressing
the button.
(With theft-deterrent system)
If the lock button is pressed with all
the doors and liftgate closed, the
hazard warning lights will flash and
the theft-deterrent system is armed.
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Unlock button
To unlock the driver's door and the
fuel-filler lid, press the unlock button
and the hazard warning lights will flash
twice.
(With the advanced keyless function)
A beep sound will be heard twice.

To unlock the other doors and liftgate,
press the unlock button again within 5
seconds and two more beep sounds
will be heard.
NOTE
The system can be set to unlock all
the doors, liftgate, and fuel-filler lid
when pressing the unlock button
once.
Refer to the Settings section in the
Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.
(Auto re-lock function)
After unlocking with the key, all the
doors, liftgate, and fuel-filler lid will
automatically lock if any of the
following operations are not
performed within about 60 seconds.
If your vehicle has a theft-deterrent
system, the hazard warning lights willflash for confirmation.
The time required for the doors to
lock automatically can be changed.
Refer to the Settings section in the
Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.
A door or the liftgate 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 flash twice to indicate that
the system is turned off.
Powe r l i ft g ate b u tt on
*
To open/close the liftgate, press the
power liftgate button for one second
or longer with the liftgate in the fully
closed/open position.
The hazard warning lights flash twice
and the liftgate opens/closes after the
beep sounds.
For details on the power liftgate
function, refer to Power Liftgate on
page 3-22.
Panic button
If you witness from a distance
someone attempting to break into or
damage your vehicle, press and hold
the panic button to activate the
vehicle's alarm. Call emergency
services if necessary.
NOTE
The panic button will work whether
any door or the liftgate is open or
closed.
(Turning on the alarm)
Pressing the panic button for 1 second
or more will trigger the alarm for about
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Advanced Keyless EntrySystem
*
▼Advanced Keyless Entry System
WARNING
Radio waves from the key may affect
medical devices such as pacemakers:
Before using the key near people who
use medical devices, ask the medical
device manufacturer or your physician
if radio waves from the key will affect
the device.
The advanced keyless function allows
you to lock/unlock the door, liftgate,
and fuel-filler lid, or open the liftgate
while carrying the key.

System malfunctions or warnings are
indicated by the following warning
beeps.
Touch Sensor Inoperable Warning
Beep
Refer to Touch Sensor Inoperable
Warning Beep (With the advanced
keyless function) on page 7-37.
Liftgate Door-lock Switch Inoperable
Warning Beep
Refer to Liftgate Door-lock Switch
Inoperable Warning Beep (With the
advanced keyless function) on page
7-37.
Key Left-in-luggage Compartment
Warning Beep
Refer to Key Left-in-luggage
Compartment Warning Beep (With
the advanced keyless function) on
page 7-38.
Key Left-in-vehicle Warning Beep
Refer to Key Left-in-vehicle Warning
Beep (With the advanced keyless
function) on page 7-38.
NOTE
The advanced keyless entry system
functions can be deactivated to
prevent any possible adverse effect on
a user wearing a pacemaker or other
medical device. If the system is
deactivated, you will be unable to start
the engine by carrying the key. Consult
an Authorized Mazda Dealer for
details. If the advanced keyless entry
system has been deactivated, you can
start the engine by following the
procedure indicated when the key
battery goes dead.
Refer to Engine Start Function When
Key Battery is Dead on page 4-7.
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Locking
When locking, touch the sensing area
of the door lock touch sensor with all
of the following conditions met.
The ignition is switched OFF.All the doors are closed.You are carrying the transmitter.
The following locations are locked by
touching the sensing area of the door
lock touch sensor.
All doorsFuel-filler lidLiftgate
When locking, the hazard warning
lights and sound operate one time.
Unlocking
When unlocking, touch the sensing
area of the door release touch sensor
with all of the following conditions
met.
The ignition is switched OFF.The driver’s door is locked.Three seconds or longer have passed
since the doors were locked.
You are carrying the transmitter.
(Unlocking from the driver's door)
The following locations are unlocked
by touching the sensing area of the
door release touch sensor of the
driver's door.
Driver’s doorFuel-filler lid
NOTE
The location to be unlocked can be
changed.
Refer to the Settings section in the
Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.
When unlocking , the hazard warning
lights and sound operate two times.

(Unlocking from the front passenger’s
door)
The following locations are unlocked
by touching the sensing area of the
door release touch sensor of the front
passenger's door.
All doorsFuel-filler lidLiftgate
When unlocking , the hazard warning
lights and sound operate two times.
NOTE
Confirm that all the doors and
liftgate are securely locked.
For the liftgate, move it without
pressing the electric liftgate opener
to verify that the liftgate has not been
left ajar.
A beep sound is heard for confirmation when the doors,
fuel-filler lid, and liftgate are locked/
unlocked using the touch sensor. If
you prefer, the beep sound can be
turned off.
The volume of the beep sound can
also be changed. Refer to the
Settings section in the Mazda
Connect Owner's Manual.
(With theft-deterrent system)
The hazard warning lights flash when
the theft-deterrent system is armed
or turned off.
Refer to Theft-Deterrent System on
page 3-44.
The setting can be changed so that
the doors, fuel-filler lid, and liftgate
are locked automatically without
touching the sensing area of the
touch sensor.
Refer to the Settings section in the
Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.
(Walk-away auto lock function)
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A beep sound is heard when all
doors and the liftgate are closed
while the transmitter is being carried.
All the doors, fuel-filler lid, and
liftgate are locked automatically
when the transmitter is out of the
operational range. Also, the hazard
warning lights flash once. (Even if the
driver is in the operational range, all
the doors, fuel-filler lid, and liftgate
are locked automatically after about
30 seconds.) If you are out of the
operational range before the doors
and the liftgate are completely
closed or another transmitter is left
in the vehicle, the walk-away auto
lock function will not work. Always
make sure that all doors and the
liftgate are closed and locked before
leaving the vehicle. The walk-away
auto lock function does not close the
power windows.
(Auto re-lock function)
After unlocking with the touch
sensor, all the doors , fuel-filler lid,
and liftgate will automatically lock if
any of the following operations are
not performed within about 60
seconds.
Opening a door or the liftgate.Switching the ignition to any
position other than off.
If your vehicle has a theft-deterrent
system, the hazard warning lights will
flash for confirmation.
The time required for the doors to
lock automatically can be changed.
Refer to the Settings section in the
Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.
▼ Locking , Unlocking with
Transmitter
The following locations can be locked/
unlocked by operating the keyless
entry system transmitter. Refer to
Keyless Entry System (page 3-4).
All doorsFuel-filler lidLiftgate
▼Locking, Unlocking with
Door-Lock Switch
Door-lock switch on driver’s and front
passenger's door
The following locations are locked/
unlocked by pressing the door-lock
switch.
All doorsFuel-filler lidLiftgate
Driver's door
1. Unlock
2. Lock
Front passenger's door
1. Unlock
2. Lock
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