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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.

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A key ring rests on the key grip.

CAUTION

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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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Metal parts of other keys or metal

objects touch the key grip.

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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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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.

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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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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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