Get Knowing Your Mazda Guide for Mazda 3 4 Door First Generation (2004-2009)

Knowing Your Mazda

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Explanation of basic operations and controls; opening/closing and adjustment

of various parts.

Doors and Locks ........................................................................... 3-2

Keys .......................................................................................... 3-2

Keyless Entry System^í............................................................ 3-3

Door Locks ............................................................................... 3-7

Liftgate (5 Door) ..................................................................... 3-10

Trunk Lid (4 Door) ................................................................. 3-13

Inside Trunk Release Lever (4Door) ....................................... 3-15

Power Windows^í................................................................... 3-17

Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap ........................................................... 3-19

Hood ....................................................................................... 3-20

Moonroof^í............................................................................. 3-22

Security System ........................................................................... 3-24

Immobilizer System ................................................................ 3-24

Theft-Deterrent System^í........................................................ 3-27

Steering Wheel and Mirrors ...................................................... 3-29

Steering Wheel ........................................................................ 3-29

Mirrors .................................................................................... 3-29

^íSome models.

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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.

Keys

WARNING

Keys and Children:

Leaving children in a vehicle with the

key is dangerous. This could result in

someone being badly injured or even

killed. They could play with power

windows or other controls, or even

make the vehicle move. Don't leave the

keys in your vehicle with children and

keep them in a place where your

children will not find or play with

them.

NOTE

Write down the code number and keep

it in a separate, safe and convenient

place, but not in the vehicle.

If your key is lost, consult your

Authorized Mazda Dealer and have

your code number ready.

NOTE

l

Refer to Immobilizer System (page

3-24) for information regarding keys

and engine starting.

l

(With theft-deterrent system)

Refer to Theft-Deterrent System

(page 3-27) for information

regarding keys and the prevention of

vehicle and vehicle contents theft.

The keys operate all locks.

Key code number plate

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NOTE

Keyless Entry System

l

The keyless entry system is designed

to operate up to about 2.5 m (8 ft)

from the center of the vehicle, but

this may vary due to local

conditions.

This system remotely locks and unlocks

the doors and the liftgate.

It can also help you signal for attention.

Press the button slowly and carefully.

l

The system doesn't operate when the

key is in the ignition switch.

CAUTION

To avoid damage to the transmitter, do

not:

Doors cannot be locked by pressing

the lock button while any other door

is open. Also, the hazard warning

lights will not flash.

l

Drop it.

l

Get it wet.

l

If the transmitter does not operate

when pressing a button or the

operation range becomes too small,

the battery may be dead. To install a

new battery, refer to Maintenance

(page 3-5).

l

Disassemble it.

l

Expose it to heat or sunlight.

l

Additional transmitters can be

obtained at an Authorized Mazda

Dealer. Up to 3 transmitters can be

used with the keyless entry system

per vehicle. Bring all transmitters to

an Authorized Mazda Dealer when

the electronic codes need to be reset.

^íSome models.

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To confirm that all doors and the liftgate

have been locked, press the lock button

again within 5 seconds. If they are closed

and locked, the horn will sound.

qTransmitter

Lock button

NOTE

(Without theft-deterrent system)

The hazard warning lights will flash

once to indicate that all doors and the

liftgate are locked.

Unlock button

Panic button

(With theft-deterrent system)

l

The hazard warning lights will not

flash.

NOTE

l

The hazard warning lights only flash

l

when the theft deterrent system is

armed, refer to the theft-deterrent

system (page 3-27).

(U.S.A.)

This device complies with Part 15 of

the FCC Rules. Operation is subject

to the following two conditions: (1)

this device may not cause harmful

interference, and (2) this device must

accept any interference received,

including interference that may cause

undesired operation.

NOTE

l

All doors and the liftgate cannot be

locked when either front door is

open and the key is in the ignition

switch.

l

(CANADA)

This device complies with RSS-210

of Industry CANADA. Operation is

subject to the following two

l

Confirm that all doors and the

liftgate are locked visually or audibly

by use of the double click.

conditions: (1) this device may not

cause interference, and (2) this

device must accept any interference,

including interference that may cause

undesired operation of the device.

Unlock button

To unlock the driver's door, press the

unlock button and the hazard warning

lights will flash twice.

Lock button

To unlock all doors and the liftgate, press

the unlock button again within 5 seconds.

To lock the doors and the liftgate, press

the lock button and the hazard warning

lights will flash once.

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Turning off the alarm

NOTE

Press any button on the transmitter.

(Without theft-deterrent system)

The hazard warning lights will flash

twice to indicate that all doors and the

liftgate are unlocked.

qTransmitter Maintenance

(With theft-deterrent system)

CAUTION

l

The hazard warning lights will not

flash.

l

Install the battery with the positive

pole ( ) facing up. Battery leakage

could occur if it is not installed

correctly.

l

The hazard warning lights only flash

when the theft deterrent system is

turned off, refer to the theft-deterrent

system (page 3-27).

l

When replacing the battery, be

careful not to bend the electrical

terminals or get oil on them. Also be

careful not to get dirt in the

NOTE

transmitter as it could be damaged.

After unlocking with the transmitter, all

doors and the liftgate will automatically

lock if one of the doors or the liftgate is

not opened within about 30 seconds.

l

There is the danger of explosion if

the battery is not correctly replaced.

l

Replace only with the same type

battery (CR2025 or equivalent).

l

Dispose of used batteries according

to the following instructions.

Panic button

If you witness from a distance someone

attempting to break into or damage your

vehicle, pressing the panic button will

activate the vehicle's alarm.

l

Insulate the plus and minus

terminals of the battery using

cellophane or equivalent tape.

Never disassemble.

l

Never throw the battery into fire

and/or water.

Never deform or crush.

NOTE

l

The panic button will work whether

any door or the liftgate is open or

closed.

Turning on the alarm

Pressing the panic button once will trigger

the alarm for about 2 minutes and 30

seconds, and the following will occur:

l

The horn sounds intermittently.

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The hazard warning lights flash.

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Replacing the transmitter battery

3. Install a new battery (CR2025 or

equivalent) into the front portion of the

1. Insert a small screwdriver into the slot

and gently pry open the transmitter.

holder with the positive pole (

)

facing up. Press on the B portion of the

battery to set the battery.

Back cover

Slot

Back cover

B

Front

cover

Front of

holder

2. Press the portion of the battery

indicated by A and remove the battery.

4. Align the front and back covers and

snap the transmitter shut.

qService

If you have a problem with the keyless

entry system, consult an Authorized

Mazda Dealer.

A

If your transmitter is lost or stolen, bring

all remaining transmitters to an

Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as

possible for a replacement and to make

the lost or stolen transmitter inoperative.

CAUTION

Changes or modifications not expressly

approved by the party responsible for

compliance could void the user's

authority to operate the equipment.

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Door Locks

WARNING

Vehicles Left Unlocked:

(Except sedan)

WARNING

Leaving your vehicle unlocked is

dangerous as children could lock

themselves in a hot vehicle, which

could result in death. Also, a vehicle

left unlocked becomes an easy target

for thieves and intrudes. Always close

all the windows, lock the doors and

take the key with you when leaving

your vehicle unattended.

Unattended Children and Pets:

Leaving a child or an animal

unattended in a parked vehicle is

dangerous. In hot weather,

temperatures inside a vehicle can

become high enough to cause brain

damage or even death. Always take all

children and animals with you or

leave a responsible person with them.

(Sedan)

Leaving your vehicle unlocked is

dangerous as children could lock

themselves in a hot vehicle, or become

trapped by climbing into the trunk,

which could result in death. Also, a

vehicle left unlocked becomes an easy

target for thieves and intrudes. Always

close all the windows, lock the doors

and take the key with you when

leaving your vehicle unattended.

Keys and Children:

Leaving children in a vehicle with the

key is dangerous. This could result in

someone being badly injured or even

killed. They could play with power

windows or other controls, or even

make the vehicle move. Don't leave the

keys in your vehicle with children and

keep them in a place where your

children will not find or play with

them.

qLocking, Unlocking with Key

Unlocked Doors:

Unlocked doors in a moving vehicle

are dangerous. Passengers can fall out

if a door is accidentally opened and

can more easily be thrown out in an

accident. So keep all doors locked

when driving.

The driver's door can be locked/unlocked

with the key.

Turn the key toward the front to unlock,

toward the back to lock.

Unlock

Lock

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To lock any door with the door-lock knob

from the outside, push the door-lock knob

to the lock position and close the door.

This does not operate the other door

locks.

NOTE

If your vehicle is equipped with a front

passenger door key slot, the door can be

locked/unlocked with the key.

Door-lock knob

(Lock position)

qLocking, Unlocking with

Transmitter^í

The doors can be locked/unlocked by

operating the keyless entry system

transmitter, refer to Keyless Entry System

(page 3-3).

qLocking, Unlocking with Door-

Lock Knob

To lock any door from the inside, push the

door-lock knob.

To unlock, pull it out.

This does not operate the other door

locks.

NOTE

When locking the doors this way, be

careful not to leave the key inside the

vehicle.

qPower Door Locks

Vehicle lock-out prevention

Lock

The vehicle lock-out prevention feature

prevents you from locking yourself out of

the vehicle. With the key in the ignition

switch, all doors and the liftgate will

automatically unlock if they are locked

using the power door locks with either

front door open.

Unlock

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Locking, unlocking with key

Locking, unlocking with door-lock

switch

All doors and the liftgate lock

automatically when the driver's door is

locked with the key. All doors and the

liftgate unlock when the driver's door is

unlocked and the key is held in the unlock

position for one second or longer.

All doors and the liftgate lock

automatically when LOCK is pushed.

They all unlock when the unmarked part

of the door-lock switch is pushed.

Unlock

Lock

Unlock

Lock

qRear Door Child Safety Locks

NOTE

These locks are intended to help prevent

children from accidentally opening the

rear doors. Use them both whenever a

child rides in the vehicle.

Holding the key in the unlocked

position in the driver's door lock for

about a second unlocks all doors and

the liftgate. To unlock only the driver's

door, insert the key into the driver's

door lock and turn the key briefly to the

unlock position and then immediately

return it to the center position.

If you insert the key and turn the child

safety lock to the lock position before

closing that door, the door cannot be

opened from the inside.

The door can be opened only by lifting

the outside handle.

Unlock

Lock

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qOpening and Closing the Liftgate

Liftgate (5 Door)

Opening the liftgate

Pull the handle and lift up the liftgate.

WARNING

Open Liftgate and Exhaust Gas:

Exhaust gas in the cabin of a vehicle

is dangerous. An open liftgate in a

moving vehicle will cause exhaust gas

to be drawn into the cabin. This gas

contains CO (carbon monoxide),

which is colorless, odorless, and

highly poisonous, and it can cause

loss of consciousness and death.

Moreover, an open liftgate could cause

occupants to fall out in an accident.

Do not drive with the liftgate open.

NOTE

qLocking, Unlocking with

Transmitter

If the vehicle battery is dead or there is

a malfunction in the electrical system

and the liftgate cannot be unlocked,

perform the following procedure as an

emergency measure to unlock it:

The liftgate can be locked/unlocked by

operating the keyless entry system

transmitter, refer to Keyless Entry System

(page 3-3).

1. Remove the cap on the interior

surface of the liftgate with a flathead

screwdriver.

qLocking, Unlocking with Door-

Lock Switch

The liftgate can be locked/unlocked by

operating the door-lock switch, refer to

Power Door Locks (page 3-8).

Cap

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qLuggage Compartment

NOTE

2. Turn the lever to the right to unlock

the liftgate.

WARNING

Placing Cargo on the Cover:

Lever

Placing luggage or other cargo on top

of the luggage compartment cover is

dangerous. During sudden braking or

a collision, the cargo could become a

projectile that could hit and injure

someone. The vehicle has a light

weight luggage compartment cover to

keep the contents of your luggage area

out of sight; it will not retain heavy

objects that are not tied down in an

accident like a rollover. Tie down all

heavy objects, whether luggage or

cargo, using the tie down hooks. Don't

place anything on top of the cover.

After performing this emergency

measure, have the vehicle inspected at

an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as

possible.

Closing the liftgate

Use both hands to push the liftgate down

until the lock snaps shut. Do not slam it.

Pull up on the liftgate to make sure it is

securely latched.

Not Securing Luggage and Cargo:

Not securing cargo while driving is

dangerous as it could move or be

crushed during sudden braking or a

collision and cause injury. Make sure

luggage and cargo is secured before

driving.

CAUTION

Make sure the luggage compartment

cover is firmly secured. If it is not

firmly secured, it could unexpectedly

disengage resulting in injury.

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Luggage compartment cover strap

CAUTION

The luggage compartment can be

accessed by opening the liftgate when the

straps are attached to the sides of the

liftgate.

To prevent cargo from shifting while

driving or during sudden deceleration,

be careful of the following:

l

Do not open the luggage

compartment cover while the vehicle

is moving.

l

Do not overload the luggage

compartment so that the cover

cannot be closed.

Strap

l

Do not allow cargo to interfere with

the luggage compartment cover

latch.

This cover can be removed for more

room. To do this, just unfasten the straps;

then lift and pull it out.

Luggage compartment cover

The luggage compartment can be

accessed by opening the luggage

compartment cover from the inside of the

vehicle.

Latch

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qOpening and Closing the Trunk

Trunk Lid (4 Door)

WARNING

Open Trunk Lid and Children:

Open Trunk and Exhaust Gas:

Exhaust gas in the cabin of a vehicle

is dangerous. This gas contains CO

(carbon monoxide), which is colorless,

odorless, and highly poisonous. If

inhaled, it can cause loss of

consciousness and death. Because

exhaust gas can get into the cabin

through an open trunk, keep the trunk

closed when driving.

Leaving the trunk lid open or leaving

children in the vehicle with the keys is

dangerous. Children could open the

trunk lid and climb inside resulting in

possible injury or death from heat

exposure. Close the trunk lid, lock the

rear seatbacks and do not allow

children to play inside the vehicle.

Unattended Children and Pets:

Leaving children or animals

unattended in a parked vehicle is

dangerous. Babies left sleeping and

kids who lock themselves in cars or

trunks can die very quickly from heat

prostration. Don't leave your children

or pets alone in a car at any time.

Don't leave the car, the rear folding

seats or the trunk unlocked. Always

keep the car from being a tempting

place to play by locking rear seats,

doors and the trunk, and keeping the

keys where children won't play with

them.

CAUTION

For vehicles equipped with a rear

spoiler, do not lift the trunk lid by the

spoiler. Lifting up the trunk lid by the

rear spoiler could cause damage to the

rear spoiler and the trunk lid.

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Opening the trunk lid with the key

qTrunk Security

Insert the key into the slot and turn it

clockwise.

In some situations you may want to

prevent the trunk from being opened with

the remote trunk lid release lever.

Give your key only to someone you trust.

Open

To secure the trunk lid, lock the rear

seatbacks (page 2-8), push the trunk lock

lever up, and close the trunk.

To cancel the security feature, insert the

key into the lock, turn the key clockwise,

and pull the trunk lock lever down.

Opening the trunk lid with the remote

release lever

Unlock

Pull up the release lever next to the

driver's seat.

Lock

Trunk lock lever

qTrunk Light

Release lever

The trunk light is on when the lid is open

and off when it's closed.

Closing the trunk lid

Use both hands to push the trunk lid down

until the lock snaps shut. Do not slam it.

Pull up on the trunk lid to make sure it is

secure.

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NOTE

Inside Trunk Release

Lever (4Door)

To prevent the battery from being

discharged, do not leave the trunk open

for a long period when the engine is not

running.

Your vehicle is equipped with an inside

trunk release lever that provides a means

of escape for children and adults in the

event they become locked inside the

trunk.

No matter how careful adults might be

with keys and locking their cars, parents

should be aware that children may be

tempted to play around vehicles and use

the trunk as a hiding place.

Adults are advised to familiarize

themselves with the operation and

location of the inside trunk release lever

so that all children can be told about it in

an appropriate way, keeping in mind that

most vehicles don't have such levers.

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qOpening the Trunk Lid from the

Inside

WARNING

Slide the inside trunk release lever in the

direction of the arrow. The lever is made

of material that will glow for hours in the

darkness of the trunk following a brief

exposure to ambient light.

Open Trunk Lid and Children:

Leaving the trunk lid open or leaving

children in the vehicle with the keys is

dangerous. Children could open the

trunk lid and climb inside resulting in

possible injury or death from heat

exposure. Close the trunk lid, lock the

rear seatbacks and do not allow

The inside trunk release slide lever is

located on the inside of the trunk lid.

children to play inside the vehicle.

Unattended Children and Pets:

Leaving children or animals

unattended in a parked vehicle is

dangerous. Babies left sleeping and

kids who lock themselves in cars or

trunks can die very quickly from heat

prostration. Don't leave your children

or pets alone in a car at any time.

Don't leave the car, the rear folding

seats or the trunk unlocked. Always

keep the car from being a tempting

place to play by locking rear seats,

doors and the trunk, and keeping the

keys where children won't play with

them.

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qOperating the Driver's Side

Power Window

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Power Windows

The ignition switch must be in the ON

position for the power windows to

operate.

Manual opening/closing

To open the window to the desired

position, lightly hold down the switch.

To close the window to the desired

position, lightly pull up the switch.

WARNING

Closing Power Windows:

Closing power windows are

Close

Left front window

dangerous. A person's hands, head, or

even neck could be caught by the

window and result in serious injury or

even death.

Open

This warning applies especially to

children. Make sure the opening is

clear before closing a window.

Children and Power Windows:

Leaving the power window switches

unlocked while children are in the

vehicle is dangerous. Power window

switches that are not locked with the

power window lock switch would allow

children to operate power windows

unintentionally which could result in

serious injury if a child's hands, head

or neck becomes caught by the

Auto-opening

To fully open the window automatically,

press the switch completely down.

To stop the window partway, lightly pull

up the switch and then release it.

window. Always lock all passenger

power windows with the power

window lock switch on the driver's

side while children are in the vehicle,

and never allow children to play with

power window switches.

CAUTION

To prevent burning out the fuse and

damaging the power window system,

don't open or close more than three

windows at once.

^íSome models.

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qOperating the Passenger Power

Windows

qPower Window Lock Switch

With the lock switch in the unlocked

position, all power windows on each door

can be operated.

The power windows may be operated

when the power window lock switch on

the driver's door is in the unlocked

position.

With the lock switch in the locked

position, only the driver's side power

window can be operated.

The passenger windows may be opened or

closed by the power window master

control switches on the driver's door.

Locked position

Left rear window

Unlocked position

Right front window

Right rear window

Power window lock switch

WARNING

To open the window to the desired

position, hold down the switch.

To close the window to the desired

position, pull up the switch.

Unintentional Window Operation:

Unintentional window operation is

dangerous. A person's hands, head, or

neck could be caught by the window

and result in serious injury. Unless a

passenger needs to operate a window,

keep the power window lock switch in

the locked position.

Close

Open

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qFuel-Filler Lid

Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap

To open, pull up the remote fuel-filler lid

release.

4 Door

WARNING

Fuel Spray:

Fuel spray is dangerous. Fuel can

burn skin and eyes and cause illness if

ingested. Fuel spray is released when

there is pressure in the fuel tank and

the fuel cap is removed too quickly.

When removing the fuel cap, loosen

the cap slightly and wait for any

hissing to stop. Then remove it.

Remote fuel-filler

lid release

Fuel Vapor:

Fuel vapor is dangerous. It could be

ignited by sparks or flames causing

serious burns and injuries. Before

refueling, stop the engine, and always

keep sparks and flames away from the

filler neck. Additionally, use of the

incorrect fuel filler cap or not using a

fuel filler cap may result in fuel leak,

which could result in serious burns or

death in an accident.

5 Door

Remote fuel-filler

lid release

CAUTION

Always use only a genuine Mazda fuel

cap or an approved equivalent,

available at an Authorized Mazda

Dealer. The wrong cap can result in a

serious malfunction of the fuel and

emission control systems. It may also

cause the check engine light in the

instrument cluster to illuminate.

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qFuel-Filler Cap

Hood

To remove the filler cap, turn it

counterclockwise.

WARNING

To close the filler cap, turn it clockwise

until it clicks.

Closed and Securely Locked Hood:

A hood that is not closed and securely

locked is dangerous as it could fly

open while the vehicle is moving and

block the driver's vision which could

result in a serious accident. Always

check that the hood is closed and

securely locked.

Close

Open

qOpening the Hood

1. With the vehicle parked, pull the

release handle to unlock the hood.

CAUTION

Make sure the fuel-filler cap is

tightened securely. The check engine

light may illuminate when the cap isn't

tightened securely. If the light remains

on (even after you have tightened the

cap securely, driven, and restarted the

engine several times), it may indicate a

different problem. Contact an

Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as

possible.

2. Slide the hood latch and lift the hood.

4 Door

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qClosing the Hood

5 Door

1. Check under the hood area to make

certain all filler caps are in place and

all loose items (e.g. tools, oil

containers, etc.) have been removed.

2. Insert the support rod in its clip while

holding up the hood. Verify that the

support rod is secured in the clip before

closing the hood.

3. Close the hood so that it locks securely.

3. Grasp the support rod in the padded

area indicated by the arrow.

Clip

Pad

Support rod

4. Secure the support rod in the stay hole

indicated by the arrow to hold the hood

open.

Clip

Support rod

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NOTE

Moonroof

After washing your Mazda or after a

rain, wipe the water off the moonroof

before operating it to avoid water

penetration which could cause rust and

water damage to your headliner.

The moonroof can be opened or closed

electrically only when the ignition switch

is in the ON position.

Slide switch

qTilt Operation

The rear of the moonroof can be tilted

open to provide more ventilation.

To fully tilt automatically, push the rear of

the tilt switch.

To stop tilting partway, push any part of

the tilt or slide switch.

Tilt switch

To close to the desired position, push the

front of the tilt or slide switch.

WARNING

Extending the Head or Arms Through

the Moonroof:

Extending the head, arms, or other

parts of the body through the

moonroof is dangerous. The head or

arms could hit something while the

vehicle is moving. This could cause

death or serious injury. Don't let

passengers stand up or extend

anything through the open moonroof

while the vehicle is moving.

Tilt up

Close

Closing the Moonroof:

qSlide Operation

A closing moonroof is dangerous. The

hands, head, or even neck of a person

―especially a child― could be caught

in it as it closes, causing serious injury

or even death. Make sure the opening

is clear before closing the moonroof.

To fully open automatically, push the rear

of the slide switch.

To stop sliding partway, push any part of

the tilt or slide switch.

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To close to the desired position, push the

front of the tilt or slide switch.

Open

Close

qSunshade

The sunshade can be opened and closed

by hand.

The sunshade opens automatically when

the moonroof is opened, but must be

closed by hand.

Sunshade

CAUTION

The sunshade doesn't tilt. To avoid

damaging the sunshade, don't push up

on it.

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Security System

Immobilizer System

CAUTION

The immobilizer system allows the engine

to start only with a key the system

recognizes.

When starting the engine do not allow

the following, as the engine may not

start due to the electronic signal from

the ignition key not being transmitted

correctly.

If someone attempts to start the engine

with an unrecognized key, the engine will

not start, thereby helping to prevent the

theft of your vehicle.

l

A key ring rests on the key grip.

CAUTION

l

Changes or modifications not

expressly approved by the party

responsible for compliance could

void the user's authority to operate

the equipment.

l

Metal parts of other keys or metal

objects touch the key grip.

l

To avoid damage to the key, do not:

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Drop the key.

Get the key wet.

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Expose the key to any kind of

magnetic field.

Expose the key to high

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temperatures on places such as the

dashboard or hood, under direct

sunlight.

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Spare keys or keys for other vehicles

equipped with an immobilizer

system touch or come near the key

grip.

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Devices for electronic purchases, or

security passage touch or come near

the key.

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Security System

Disarming

NOTE

The system is disarmed when the ignition

switch is turned to the ON position with

the correct ignition key.

The security indicator light illuminates for

about 3 seconds and goes out.

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(U.S.A.)

This device complies with Part 15 of

the FCC Rules. Operation is subject

to the following two conditions: (1)

this device may not cause harmful

interference, and (2) this device must

accept any interference received,

including interference that may cause

undesired operation.

If the engine doesn't start with the correct

ignition key, and the security indicator

light keeps illuminating or flashing, the

system may have a malfunction. Consult

an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

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(CANADA)

This device complies with RSS-210

of Industry CANADA. Operation is

subject to the following two

conditions: (1) this device may not

cause interference, and (2) this

device must accept any interference,

including interference that may cause

undesired operation of the device.

NOTE

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If the security indicator light comes

on and stays on when the ignition

switch is turned to the ON position,

the engine will not start.

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Signals from a TVor radio station, or

from a transceiver or a mobile

telephone, could interfere with your

immobilizer system. If you are using

the proper key and your engine fails

to start, check the security indicator

light. If it is flashing, remove the

ignition key and wait 2 seconds or

more, then reinsert it and try starting

the engine again. If it doesn't start

after 3 or more tries, contact an

Authorized Mazda Dealer.

qOperation

Arming

The system is armed when the ignition

switch is turned from the ON to the ACC

position.

The security indicator light in the

instrument panel flashes every 2 seconds

until the system is disarmed.

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If the security indicator light flashes

continuously while you are driving,

don't shut off the engine. Go to an

Authorized Mazda Dealer and have

it checked. If you shut off the engine

while the light is flashing you won't

be able to restart it.

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qModification and Add-On

Equipment

NOTE

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Since the electronic codes are reset

Mazda cannot guarantee the immobilizer

system's operation if the system has been

modified or if any add-on equipment has

been installed to it.

when repairing the immobilizer

system, the keys are needed. Bring

all the existing keys to an Authorized

Mazda Dealer.

CAUTION

qMaintenance

To avoid damage to your vehicle, do

not modify the system or install any

add-on equipment to it.

If you have a problem with the

immobilizer system or the key, consult an

Authorized Mazda Dealer.

NOTE

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The keys carry a unique electronic

code. For this reason, and to assure

your safety, obtaining replacement

key requires some waiting time.

They are only available through an

Authorized Mazda Dealer.

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Always keep a spare key, in case one

is lost. If a key is lost, contact an

Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as

possible.

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If you lose a key, an Authorized

Mazda Dealer will reset the

electronic codes of your remaining

keys and immobilizer system. Bring

all the remaining keys to an

Authorized Mazda Dealer to reset.

Starting the vehicle with a key that

has not been reset is not possible.

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Security System

qHow to Arm the System

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Theft-Deterrent System

1. Remove the key from the ignition

switch.

The theft-deterrent system is designed to

prevent your vehicle or its contents from

being stolen when all doors, hood, and

trunk lid/liftgate are locked.

2. Make sure the hood is closed. Close

and lock all doors and the liftgate/trunk

lid from the outside using the key. If

you have the keyless entry system,

press the lock button on the transmitter.

The hazard warning lights will flash

once to indicate that the system is

armed.

If forcible entry is attempted, the system

sounds the horn and flashes the hazard

warning lights.

NOTE

The following method will also arm the

theft-deterrent system:

Close the hood and the liftgate/trunk

lid . Press the area on the door-lock

switch marked “LOCK” once. Close all

doors.

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The theft-deterrent system operates

with the key or the keyless entry

system transmitter.

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The 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 trunk lid/

liftgate are locked before leaving the

vehicle. Remember to take your key

and transmitter.

NOTE

Locking the doors with the inside door-

lock knob will not arm the system.

qTo Turn off an Armed System

qOperation

An armed system can be turned off by any

one of the following methods:

System triggering conditions

The horn sounds intermittently and the

hazard warning lights flash for about 3

minutes when the system is triggered by

any one of the following:

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Unlock a door or the trunk lid with the

key.

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Press the unlock button on the keyless

entry system transmitter.

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Forcing open a door, the hood or the

trunk lid/liftgate.

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Insert the key into the ignition switch

and turn it to the ON position.

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Opening a door, the hood or the trunk

lid by operating an inside door-lock

knob, the hood release handle or the

trunk lid release lever.

qTo Stop an Alarm

A triggered alarm can be turned off by

any one of the following methods:

If the system is triggered again, the lights

and horn will activate until a door or the

trunk lid is unlocked with the key or with

the transmitter.

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Unlock a door or the trunk lid with the

key.

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Press the unlock button on the keyless

entry system transmitter.

NOTE

If you have any problem with the theft-

deterrent system, consult an Authorized

Mazda Dealer.

qTheft-Deterrent Labels

A label indicating that your vehicle is

equipped with a Theft-Deterrent System is

in the glove box.

Mazda recommends that you affix it to the

lower rear corner of a front door window.

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Steering Wheel and Mirrors

Steering Wheel

Mirrors

qOutside Mirrors

WARNING

Check the mirror angles before driving.

Adjusting the Steering Wheel:

Adjusting the steering wheel while the

vehicle is moving is dangerous.

Moving it can very easily cause the

driver to abruptly turn to the left or

right. This can lead to loss of control

or an accident. Never adjust the

steering wheel while the vehicle is

moving.

WARNING

Convex Mirror (Passenger Side):

Changing lanes without taking into

account the actual distance of the

vehicle in the convex mirror is

dangerous. You could have a serious

accident. What you see in the convex

mirror is closer than it appears. Be

sure to look over your shoulder before

changing lanes.

qSteering Wheel Adjustment

To change the angle or length of the

steering wheel:

Manual control mirror

1. Stop the vehicle, pull down the lock

release lever under the steering

column.

To adjust, move the mirror's control lever,

just inside the door.

Lock release lever

Control lever

Power control mirror

2. Tilt the steering wheel and/or adjust the

steering column length to the desired

positions, push the lever up to lock the

column.

The ignition switch must be in the ACC

or ON position.

3. Push the wheel up and down to be

certain it's locked before driving.

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Steering Wheel and Mirrors

To adjust:

WARNING

1. Move the selector switch to the left or

right to choose the left or right side

mirror.

Driving with Mirrors Folded In:

Driving with the outside mirrors

folded in is dangerous. Your rear view

will be restricted, and you could have

an accident. Always return the outside

mirrors to the driving position before

you start driving.

2. Depress the mirror switch in the

appropriate direction.

Selector switch

Outside mirror

Mirror defroster^í

To turn on the mirror defrosters, turn the

ignition switch to the ON position and

push the rear window defroster switch

(page 5-53).

Mirror switch

qRearview Mirror

Rearview mirror adjustment

After adjusting the mirror, lock the control

by moving the selector switch to the

middle position.

Before driving, adjust the rearview mirror

to center on the scene through the rear

window.

Folding the mirror

Fold the outside mirror rearward until it is

flush with the vehicle.

Reducing glare from headlights

Do this with the day/night lever in the day

position.

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Steering Wheel and Mirrors

Push the lever forward for day driving.

Pull it back to reduce glare from

headlights.

Day/Night lever

Day

Night

WARNING

Blocked View:

Cargo stacked higher than the

seatbacks is dangerous. It can block

your view in the rearview mirror,

which might cause you to hit another

car when changing lanes. Don't stack

things higher than the seatbacks.

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