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Knowing Your Mazda  
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Explanation of basic operations and controls; opening/closing and adjustment  
of various parts.  
Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System ................................ 3-2  
Advanced Keysí ...................................................................... 3-2  
Operation Using Advanced Keyless Functions ......................... 3-7  
Operation Using Advanced Key Functions ............................. 3-17  
Advanced Key Suspend Function ........................................... 3-21  
Warning Lights and Beep Sounds ........................................... 3-22  
When Warning Indicator/Beep is Activated ............................ 3-25  
Doors and Locks ......................................................................... 3-26  
Keys ........................................................................................ 3-26  
Keyless Entry Systemí .......................................................... 3-27  
Door Locks ............................................................................. 3-34  
Liftgate (5 Door) ..................................................................... 3-39  
Trunk Lid (4 Door) ................................................................. 3-42  
Inside Trunk Release Lever ..................................................... 3-44  
Power Windows ...................................................................... 3-45  
Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap ........................................................... 3-48  
Hood ....................................................................................... 3-50  
Moonroofí ............................................................................. 3-51  
Security System ........................................................................... 3-54  
Immobilizer System (with Advanced Key) ............................. 3-54  
Immobilizer System (without Advanced Key) ........................ 3-58  
Theft-Deterrent Systemí ........................................................ 3-62  
Steering Wheel and Mirrors ...................................................... 3-65  
Steering Wheel ........................................................................ 3-65  
Mirrors .................................................................................... 3-65  
íSome models.  
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Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System  
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Advanced Keys  
The advanced keyless functions (advanced keyless entry and start system) enables the  
following operations while the advanced key is being carried (page 3-7).  
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Locking/unlocking the doors and the liftgate, and opening the liftgate, and opening the  
trunk lid, without operating the key.  
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Starting the engine without operating the key.  
Additional functions are available using the buttons on the advanced key.  
Refer to Operation Using Advanced Key Functions on page 3-17.  
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The following operations are possible using the transmitter of the keyless entry system  
from a distance (Lock/Unlock/Trunkí/Panic button):  
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Locking/unlocking the doors and the liftgate.  
Opening the trunk lid.  
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Operating the theft-deterrent systemí.  
Turning on the alarm.  
Locking/unlocking the doors or starting the engine using the auxiliary key.  
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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 new kinds of 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.  
Radio waves from the advanced key may affect medical equipment such as  
pacemakers:  
Before using the advanced key near people who use medical equipment, ask the  
medical equipment manufacturer or your physician if radio waves from the  
advanced key will affect the equipment.  
NOTE  
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The driver must carry the advanced key to ensure the system functions properly.  
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Refer to Immobilizer System (page 3-54) for information regarding keys and engine starting.  
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(With theft-deterrent system)  
Refer to Theft-Deterrent System (page 3-62) for information regarding keys and the prevention of  
vehicle and vehicle contents theft.  
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The advanced keyless functions can be turned off.  
Refer to Personalization Features on page 10-10.  
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Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System  
Lock button Unlock button  
Trunk button (4 door)  
Panic button  
Auxiliary key  
Key code number plate  
Operation indicator light  
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.  
Also write down the code number and keep it in another safe and handy place, but not in  
the vehicle.  
If your key is lost, consult your Authorized Mazda Dealer with the code number ready.  
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CAUTION  
Ø Because the advanced key uses low-intensity radio waves, it may not function  
correctly under the following conditions:  
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The advanced key is carried with communication devices such as cellular  
phones.  
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The advanced key contacts or is covered by a metal object.  
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The advanced key is near electronic devices such as personal computers or cell  
phones.  
Ø
Non-Mazda genuine electronic equipment is installed in the vehicle.  
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There is equipment which discharges radio waves near the vehicle.  
Ø
If the vehicle is near equipment such as wireless pay devices installed at certain  
gas stations.  
Ø The advanced key may consume battery power excessively if it receives high-  
intensity radio waves. Do not place the advanced key near electronic devices such  
as televisions or personal computers.  
Ø To avoid damage to the advanced key, DO NOT:  
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Drop the advanced key.  
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Get the advanced key wet.  
Ø
Disassemble the advanced key.  
Ø
Expose the advanced key to high temperatures on places such as the  
dashboard or hood, under direct sunlight.  
Ø
Place heavy objects on the advanced key.  
Ø
Put the advanced key in an ultrasonic cleaner.  
Ø
Put any magnetized objects close to the advanced key.  
NOTE  
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Battery life is about one year. Be sure to replace the battery as soon as you see the green KEY  
indicator light in the instrument cluster begin flashing for 30 seconds after turning off the engine,  
otherwise, you will not be able to start the engine using the advanced keyless start system once the  
battery is completely dead Refer to KEY warning light (red) on page 5-51. If this occurs, you will  
have to either force-start the engine or use the auxiliary key Refer to Advanced Key Battery Dead  
Warning on page 3-23.  
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Additional advanced keys can be obtained at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Up to 6 advanced keys  
can be used with the advanced keyless functions per vehicle.  
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Replacing the battery at an Authorized  
Mazda Dealer is recommended to prevent  
damage to the advanced key. If replacing  
the battery by yourself, follow the  
instruction below.  
qAdvanced Key Maintenance  
CAUTION  
Ø Make sure the battery is installed  
with the correct pole facing  
upward. Battery leakage could  
occur if it is not installed correctly.  
Ø 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  
transmitter as it could be  
damaged.  
Replacing the advanced key battery  
1. Pull out the auxiliary key.  
Ø There is the danger of explosion if  
the battery is not correctly  
replaced.  
Ø Replace only with the same type  
battery (CR2025 or equivalent).  
Ø Dispose of used batteries  
according to the following  
instructions.  
2. Insert a flathead screwdriver into the  
groove shown in the figure and rotate  
the screwdriver to open the cover  
slightly.  
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Insulate the plus and minus  
terminals of the battery using  
cellophane or equivalent tape.  
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Never disassemble.  
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Never throw the battery into  
fire or water.  
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Never deform or crush.  
The following conditions indicate that the  
battery power is low:  
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The KEY indicator light (green) flashes  
in the instrument cluster for about 30  
seconds after the engine is turned off.  
The system does not operate and the  
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operation indicator light on the  
transmitter does not flash when the  
buttons are pressed.  
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The system's operational range is  
reduced.  
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3. Insert the flathead screwdriver into the  
gap between the cover and the  
transmitter, and then rotate the  
5. Insert a new battery with the positive  
pole facing up, and then cover the  
battery with the battery cap.  
screwdriver to detach the cover.  
6. Close the cover.  
4. Remove the battery cap, then remove  
the battery.  
7. Reinsert the auxiliary key.  
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Operation Using Advanced  
Keyless Functions  
CAUTION  
Ø Be careful not to allow the rubber  
ring shown in the figure to be  
scratched or damaged.  
qOperational Range  
Ø If the rubber ring detaches,  
reattach it before inserting a new  
battery.  
The system operates only when the driver  
is in the vehicle or within operational  
range while the advanced key is being  
carried.  
NOTE  
Rubber ring  
When the battery power is low, or in places  
where there are high-intensity radio waves or  
noise, the operational range may become  
narrower or the system may not operate.  
Locking, unlocking the doors and the  
liftgate  
The operational range for locking/  
unlocking the doors and the liftgate is an  
area of up to 80 cm (31 in) from the center  
of the front door handles.  
qService  
The operational range for locking the  
doors and the liftgate is within a  
maximum radius of 80 cm (31 in) from  
the center of the liftgate.  
If you have a problem with the advanced  
keyless functions, consult an Authorized  
Mazda Dealer.  
4 door  
If your advanced key is lost or stolen,  
bring all remaining advanced keys to an  
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as  
possible for a replacement and to make  
the lost or stolen advanced key  
inoperative.  
Exterior transmitter  
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.  
Operational range  
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5 door (Locking)  
5 door (Unlocking)  
NOTE  
Opening the liftgate/trunk lid  
The operational range for opening the  
liftgate/trunk lid is an area of up to 80 cm  
(31 in) from the center of the liftgate/trunk  
lid.  
Exterior transmitter  
Exterior transmitter  
Operational range  
Exterior transmitter  
Operational range  
Starting the engine  
The operational range for starting the  
engine includes nearly the entire cabin  
area.  
Interior transmitter  
Operational range  
The system may not operate if you are too  
close to the windows, door handles, or liftgate.  
Operational range  
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NOTE  
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Liftgate (Lock only)  
The luggage compartment/trunk is out of  
the operational range, however, starting the  
engine may be possible.  
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The engine may not start if the advanced  
key is placed in the following areas:  
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Around the dashboard  
Request switch  
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In the storage compartments such as the  
glove box  
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On the rear parcel shelf(4 door)  
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Starting the engine may be possible even if  
the advanced key is outside of the vehicle  
and extremely close to a door and window,  
however, always start the engine from the  
driver's seat.  
To lock  
To lock the doors and the liftgate, press  
the request switch. A beep sound will be  
heard once and the hazard warning lights  
will flash once.  
If the vehicle is started and driven away  
while the advanced key is not in the vehicle,  
the vehicle will not restart after it is turned  
off and the push button start will switch off.  
If the advanced key is detected within  
operational range, the operation indicator  
light on the transmitter flashes  
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NOTE  
(Without theft-deterrent system)  
The hazard warning lights will flash once to  
indicate that the doors and the liftgate are  
locked.  
momentarily.  
qLocking, Unlocking with Request  
Switch  
(With theft-deterrent system)  
The hazard warning lights flash when the theft  
deterrent system is armed.  
All doors and the liftgate can be locked/  
unlocked by pressing the request switch  
on the front doors or the liftgate while the  
advanced key is being carried.  
Front doors  
The hazard warning lights do not flash if all  
the doors and the liftgate are locked before the  
theft-deterrent system is properly armed.  
When the doors are locked by pressing the  
request switch on the front doors while the  
theft-deterrent system is armed, the hazard  
warning lights will flash once to indicate that  
the system is armed.  
Refer to the theft-deterrent system on page  
3-62.  
Request switch  
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The setting can be changed so that the  
To unlock  
doors and the liftgate are locked  
Driver's door request switch  
automatically without pressing the request  
switch (page 10-10).  
To unlock the driver's door, press the  
request switch. A beep sound will be  
heard twice and the hazard warning lights  
will flash twice.  
To unlock all doors and the liftgate, press  
the request switch again within 5 seconds  
and two more beep sounds will be heard.  
(Auto-lock function)  
A beep sound is heard when all doors and  
the liftgate are closed while the advanced  
key is being carried. All doors and the  
liftgate are locked automatically after about  
3 seconds when the advanced key is out of  
the operational range. Also, the hazard  
warning lights flash once. (Even if the  
driver is in the operational range, all doors  
and the liftgate are locked automatically  
after about 30 seconds.)  
Front passenger door request switch  
To unlock the doors and the liftgate, press  
the request switch. A beep sound will be  
heard twice and the hazard warning lights  
will flash twice.  
If you are out of the operational range  
before the doors and the liftgate are  
completely closed or another advanced key  
is left in the vehicle, the auto-lock function  
will not work. Always make sure that all  
doors and the liftgate are closed and locked  
before leaving the vehicle.  
NOTE  
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Confirm that all doors and the liftgate are  
securely locked.  
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All doors and the liftgate cannot be locked  
when any door or the liftgate is open.  
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A beep sound is heard for confirmation  
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(Auto re-lock function)  
when the doors and the liftgate are locked/  
unlocked using the request switch. If you  
prefer, the beep sound can be turned off  
(page 10-10).  
After unlocking all doors and the liftgate by  
pressing the request switch, all doors and  
the liftgate 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 flash for confirmation.  
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A door or the liftgate/trunk lid is opened.  
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The auxiliary key is inserted into the key  
slot.  
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The push button start is in any position  
except off.  
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While the ignition is switched ON, the  
liftgate/trunk lid can be opened only when  
the vehicle is stopped with the parking  
brake applied (manual transaxle), or with  
the selector lever in the P position  
(automatic transaxle).  
qOpening the Liftgate/Trunk Lid  
A locked liftgate/trunk lid can also be  
opened while the advanced key is being  
carried.  
5 Door  
NOTE  
Grasp the lower end of the liftgate, press  
the electric liftgate opener on the liftgate,  
and then raise the liftgate when the latch  
releases.  
When using the advanced keyless function to  
open the liftgate/trunk lid, it may require a few  
seconds for the liftgate/trunk lid to unlock after  
the electric liftgate/trunk lid opener is pressed.  
The liftgate/trunk lid can be closed when  
the doors are locked with the advanced  
key left in the vehicle. However, to  
prevent leaving the advanced key in the  
vehicle, the liftgate/trunk lid can be  
opened by pressing the electric liftgate/  
trunk lid opener.  
Electric liftgate  
opener  
qStarting the Engine  
Locking, unlocking the steering wheel  
4 Door  
Raise the trunk lid by pressing the electric  
trunk lid opener on trunk lid.  
The steering wheel is locked if a door is  
opened/closed/locked after the power is  
turned off using the push button start  
while the vehicle is stopped.  
This is an automatic safety device to  
protect the vehicle against theft.  
Electric trunk  
lid opener  
The steering wheel can be unlocked by  
pressing the push button start while the  
advanced key is being carried or the  
auxiliary key is inserted into the key slot.  
If the electronic steering lock warning  
light is flashing and the beep sound is  
heard, this indicates that the steering  
wheel is not unlocked. To unlock the  
steering wheel, jiggle the steering wheel  
from side to side while pressing the push  
button start.  
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Ignition positions  
Off  
Each time the push button start is pressed,  
the ignition switches in the order of off,  
ACC, and ON. Pressing the push button  
start again from ON switches the ignition  
off.  
The steering wheel locks to help protect  
against theft. Also, the power supply to  
electrical devices is turned off.  
The push button start indicator lights  
(ACC and ON) turn off.  
Indicator  
WARNING  
light (ON)  
Indicator  
Before leaving the driver's seat, always  
switch the ignition off, set the parking  
brake, and make sure the shift lever is  
in P (automatic transaxle) or in 1st gear  
or R (manual transaxle):  
light (ACC)  
Leaving the driver's seat without  
switching off the ignition, setting the  
parking brake, and shifting the shift  
lever to P (automatic transaxle) or to  
1st gear or R (manual transaxle) is  
dangerous. Unexpected vehicle  
movement could occur which could  
result in an accident.  
Indicator light  
NOTE  
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The order in which the ignition is switched  
can be changed.  
In addition, if your intention is to  
leave the vehicle for even a short  
period, it is important to switch the  
ignition off, as leaving it in another  
position will disable some of the  
vehicle's security systems and run the  
battery down.  
Refer to Personalization Features on page  
10-10.  
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The engine starts by pressing the push  
button start while depressing the clutch  
pedal (manual transaxle) or the brake  
pedal (automatic transaxle). To switch the  
ignition position, press the push button start  
without depressing the pedal.  
ACC (Accessory)  
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Do not leave the ignition switched ON  
The steering wheel unlocks and some  
electrical accessories will operate.  
The indicator light (ACC) illuminates.  
while the engine is not running. Doing so  
could result in the battery going dead. If the  
ignition is left in ACC (For automatic  
transaxle, the shift lever is in the P position,  
and the ignition is in ACC), the ignition  
switches off automatically after one hour.  
The setting can be changed to not switch  
the ignition off automatically.  
NOTE  
The advanced keyless entry system does not  
function while the push button start has been  
pressed to ACC, and the doors will not lock/  
unlock even if they have been locked manually.  
Refer to Personalization Features on page  
10-10.  
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ON  
5. (Manual transaxle)  
Continue to press the clutch pedal  
This is the normal running position after  
the engine is started. The indicator light  
(ON) turns off. (The indicator light (ON)  
illuminates when the ignition is switched  
ON and the engine is not running.)  
The warning lights (except brakes) should  
be inspected before the engine is started  
(page 5-41).  
firmly until the engine has completely  
started.  
(Automatic transaxle)  
Put the vehicle in park (P). If you must  
restart the engine while the vehicle is  
moving, shift into neutral (N).  
NOTE  
(Manual transaxle)  
NOTE  
(With headlight auto-leveling)  
The starter will not operate if the clutch pedal  
is not depressed sufficiently.  
When the push button start is pressed to the  
ON position, the sound of the headlight  
leveling motors operating at the front of the  
engine compartment can be heard. This does  
not indicate an abnormality.  
(Automatic transaxle)  
The starter will not operate if the shift lever is  
not in P or N and the brake pedal is not  
depressed sufficiently.  
6. Verify that the KEY indicator light  
(green) in the instrument cluster and  
the push button start indicator light  
(green) illuminate. If the KEY indicator  
light (green) does not illuminate, make  
sure that the advanced key is being  
carried. If the KEY indicator light  
(green) does not illuminate while the  
advanced key is being carried, you may  
have to use the auxiliary key to start  
the engine instead (page 3-25).  
Starting the engine  
NOTE  
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The advanced key must be carried because  
the advanced key carries an immobilizer  
chip that must communicate with the engine  
controls at short range.  
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The engine can be started when the push  
button start is pressed from off, ACC, or  
ON.  
1. Make sure you are carrying the  
advanced key.  
2. Occupants should fasten their seat  
belts.  
3. Make sure the parking brake is on.  
4. Continue to press the brake pedal  
firmly until the engine has completely  
started.  
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NOTE  
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CAUTION  
Under the following conditions, the KEY  
warning light (red) flashes to inform the  
driver that the push button start will not  
switch to ACC even if it is pressed from off.  
If the KEY warning light (red)  
illuminates, and the push button  
start indicator light (red) illuminates,  
this could indicate a problem with  
the engine starting system and the  
inability to start the engine or switch  
the ignition to ACC or ON. Have your  
vehicle inspected at an Authorized  
Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.  
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The advanced key battery is dead.  
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The advanced key is out of operational  
range.  
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The advanced key is placed in areas  
where it is difficult for the system to  
detect the signal (page 3-7).  
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A key from another manufacturer similar  
to the advanced key is in the operational  
range.  
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(Forced engine starting method)  
If the KEY warning light (red) and the push  
button start indicator light (red) illuminate  
when the brake pedal (transaxle) or the  
clutch pedal (transaxle) is depressed to  
start the engine, the engine may not start  
using these methods. Have your vehicle  
inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer  
as soon as possible. If this occurs, the  
engine can be force-started. Press and hold  
the push button start until the engine starts.  
Other procedures necessary for starting the  
engine such as having the advanced key in  
the cabin, and depressing the brake pedal  
(Automatic transaxle) or the clutch pedal  
(Manual transaxle) are required.  
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When the engine is force-started, the key  
warning light (red) remains illuminated and  
the key indicator light (green) does not  
illuminate.  
7. Press the push button start after both  
the KEY indicator light (green) in the  
instrument cluster and the push button  
start indicator light (green) illuminate.  
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NOTE  
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3. Depress the clutch (manual transaxle)  
After starting the engine, the push button  
start indicator lights (ACC and ON) turn  
or brake pedal (automatic transaxle)  
until the ring around the key slot starts  
flashing.  
off and the ignition is in the ON position.  
After pressing the push button start and  
before the engine starts, the operation  
sound of the fuel pump motor from near the  
fuel tank can be heard, however, this does  
not indicate a malfunction.  
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4. Insert the auxiliary key into the slot  
while it is flashing, but DO NOT  
TURN THE AUXILIARY KEY IN  
THE SLOT.  
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(With headlight auto-leveling)  
After pressing the push button start and  
before the engine starts, the operation  
sound of the headlight leveling motors  
operating at the front of the engine  
compartment can be heard, however, this  
does not indicate a malfunction.  
8. After starting the engine, let it idle for  
about ten seconds.  
NOTE  
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Whether the engine is cold or warm, it  
should be started without the use of the  
accelerator.  
CAUTION  
After inserting the auxiliary key, do  
not attempt to turn it in the key slot.  
It could damage the vehicle or the  
auxiliary key.  
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If the engine does not start the first time,  
refer to Starting a Flooded Engine under  
Emergency Starting. If the engine still does  
not start, have your vehicle inspected by an  
Authorized Mazda Dealer (page 7-17).  
5. Press the push button start to start the  
engine.  
Starting the engine using the auxiliary  
key  
NOTE  
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Leave the auxiliary key in the key slot while  
If the engine cannot be started for reasons  
such as the advanced key battery is dead,  
the engine can be started using the  
auxiliary key.  
the engine is running.  
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When leaving the vehicle, remove the  
auxiliary key from the key slot and the  
vehicle.  
1. Slide the auxiliary key out from the  
bottom of the advanced key.  
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To switch the ignition position, insert the  
auxiliary key into the key slot and press the  
push button start without the brake  
(automatic transaxle) or clutch pedal  
(manual transaxle) depressed.  
2. Use the auxiliary key to remove the  
key slot cover.  
Turning off the engine  
1. Stop the vehicle completely.  
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2. (Manual transaxle)  
Shift into neutral.  
Continuously pressing the push button  
start while the engine is running and the  
vehicle is stopped, or quickly pressing it  
any number of times will turn the engine  
off immediately.  
(Automatic transaxle)  
Shift the shift lever to the P position.  
3. Press the push button start to turn off  
the engine.  
CAUTION  
When leaving the vehicle, make sure  
the push button start is pressed to  
off.  
NOTE  
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When the push button start is pressed to off  
from ON, the KEY indicator light (green)  
flashes for approximately 30 seconds  
indicating that the remaining battery power  
of the advanced key is low. Replace with a  
new battery before the advanced key  
becomes unusable.  
Refer to Advanced Key Maintenance (page  
3-5)  
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(Automatic transaxle)  
If the engine is turned off while the shift  
lever is in a position other than P, the  
ignition switches to ACC.  
Emergency engine stop  
WARNING  
Do not press (or touch) the push button  
start while the vehicle is moving:  
Pressing the push button start and  
stopping the engine while the vehicle  
is moving for any reason other than  
in an emergency is dangerous.  
Stopping the engine while the vehicle  
is moving will result in reduced  
maneuverability and braking ability  
due to the loss of power steering and  
power braking, which could cause an  
accident and serious injury.  
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Transmitter  
Operation Using Advanced  
Key Functions  
Lock button  
Operation indicator light  
qKeyless Entry System  
Unlock button  
This system uses the more traditional  
keyless entry buttons to remotely lock and  
unlock the doors and the liftgate, and  
opens the trunk lid.  
Trunk button (4 door)  
It can also help you signal for attention.  
Press the buttons slowly and carefully.  
Panic button  
NOTE  
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The keyless entry system is designed to  
The operation indicator light flashes when  
the buttons are pressed.  
operate up to about 2.5 m (8 ft) from the  
center of the vehicle, but this may vary due  
to local conditions.  
Lock button  
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The system does not operate when the  
To lock the doors and the liftgate, press  
the lock button. A beep sound will be  
heard once and the hazard warning lights  
will flash once.  
auxiliary key is in the key slot.  
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The keyless entry system is fully operational  
when the push button start is switched off.  
The system does not operate if the push  
button start is switched to any position  
other than off.  
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.  
The system can be set not to sound the  
horn.  
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All doors and the liftgate cannot be locked  
by pressing the lock button while any door  
or the liftgate is open. The hazard warning  
lights will also not flash.  
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If the transmitter does not operate when  
Refer to Personalization Features on page  
10-10.  
pressing a button or the operational range  
becomes too small, the battery may be  
dead. To install a new battery, refer to  
Maintenance (page 3-5).  
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NOTE  
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NOTE  
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A beep sound can be heard for confirmation  
A beep sound can be heard for confirmation  
when the doors are locked using the  
advanced keyless transmitter. If you prefer,  
the beep sound can be turned off. The  
volume of the beep sound can be changed.  
Refer to Personalization Features on page  
10-10.  
when the doors are locked using the  
advanced keyless transmitter. If you prefer,  
the beep sound can be turned off. The  
volume of the beep sound can be changed.  
Refer to Personalization Features on page  
10-10.  
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(Without theft-deterrent system)  
The hazard warning lights will flash once  
to indicate that all doors and the liftgate  
are locked.  
The system can be set to unlock all doors by  
performing a single operation.  
Refer to Personalization Features on page  
10-10.  
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(With theft-deterrent system)  
(Without theft-deterrent system)  
The hazard warning lights will flash twice  
to indicate that all doors and the liftgate  
are unlocked.  
The hazard warning lights flash when the  
theft deterrent system is armed.  
The hazard warning lights do not flash if all  
the doors and the liftgate are locked before  
the theft-deterrent system is properly  
armed.  
(With theft-deterrent system)  
The hazard warning lights flash when the  
theft deterrent system is turned off.  
The hazard warning lights do not flash  
unless the theft deterrent system has been  
properly turned off.  
When the doors are locked by pressing the  
lock button on the transmitter while the  
theft-deterrent system is armed, the hazard  
warning lights will flash once to indicate  
that the system is armed.  
When the doors are unlocked by pressing  
the unlock button on the transmitter while  
the theft-deterrent system is turned off, the  
hazard warning lights will flash twice to  
indicate that the system is turned off.  
Refer to the theft-deterrent system on page  
3-62.  
Refer to the theft-deterrent system on page  
3-62.  
NOTE  
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All doors and the liftgate cannot be locked  
when any door or the liftgate is open.  
Confirm that all doors and the liftgate are  
locked visually or audibly by use of the  
double click.  
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NOTE  
(Auto re-lock function)  
After unlocking with the transmitter, All doors  
and the liftgate 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 flash for confirmation.  
Unlock button  
To unlock the driver's door, press the  
unlock button. A beep will be heard twice  
and the hazard warning lights will flash  
twice.  
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A door or the liftgate/trunk lid is opened.  
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The auxiliary key is inserted into the key  
slot.  
To unlock all doors and the liftgate, press  
the unlock button again within 3 seconds  
and two more beep sounds will be heard.  
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The push button start is in any position  
except off position.  
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Trunk button (4 door)  
To open the trunk, press and hold the  
trunk button until the trunk lid opens.  
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.  
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 2  
minutes and 30 seconds, and the  
following will occur:  
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The horn sounds intermittently.  
The hazard warning lights flash.  
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NOTE  
However, if the driver is too close to the  
vehicle the panic button may not function.  
(Turning off the alarm)  
The alarm stops by pressing any button on  
the transmitter.  
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Declaration of Conformity  
Keyless entry system  
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qAuxiliary Key Function  
Advanced Key Suspend  
Function  
Use the auxiliary key stored in the  
advanced key in the event of a dead  
transmitter battery or malfunction.  
If an advanced key is left in the vehicle,  
the functions of the advanced key left in  
the vehicle are temporarily suspended to  
prevent theft of the vehicle.  
Removing the auxiliary key  
Pull out the auxiliary key from the  
advanced key.  
The following are inoperable:  
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Starting the engine using the push  
button start.  
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Operating the request switches.  
To restore these functions, perform any  
one of the following:  
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Press the lock or unlock button on the  
advanced key which has had its  
functions temporarily suspended.  
While carrying an advanced key which  
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has had its functions temporarily  
suspended, lock the doors using the  
advanced keyless system.  
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(Manual transaxle)  
Locking, unlocking the doors  
When carrying another advanced key,  
depress the clutch pedal until the KEY  
indicator light (green) illuminates.  
(Automatic transaxle)  
The doors can be locked/unlocked using  
the auxiliary key, refer to Locking,  
Unlocking with Key (page 3-34).  
When carrying another advanced key,  
depress the brake pedal until the KEY  
indicator light (green) illuminates.  
Starting the engine  
The engine can be started with the  
auxiliary key, refer to Starting the engine  
(page 3-11).  
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qAdvanced Key Removed from  
Vehicle Warning Beep  
Warning Lights and Beep  
Sounds  
Under the following conditions, a beep  
sound will be heard and the KEY warning  
light (red) will flash continuously when  
the push button start has not been  
switched off to notify the driver that the  
advanced key has been removed. The  
KEY warning light (red) will stop flashing  
when the advanced key is back inside the  
vehicle:  
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System Malfunction Warning Light  
If any malfunction occurs in the advanced  
keyless function, the KEY warning light  
(red) in the instrument cluster illuminates  
continuously.  
CAUTION  
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The push button start has not been  
If the KEY warning light (red) remains  
illuminated, do not continue to drive  
the vehicle with the advanced keyless  
function. Park the vehicle in a safe  
place and use the auxiliary key to  
continue driving the vehicle. Have the  
vehicle inspected at an Authorized  
Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.  
Refer to Starting the engine (page  
3-11).  
switched off, the driver's door is open,  
and the advanced key is removed from  
the vehicle. (A beep sound will be  
heard three times.)  
However the beep sound will be heard  
continuously when the push button  
start is switched to ACC and the door  
is open due to the activation of the  
warning beep sound indicating that the  
push button start is not switched off.  
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The push button start has not been  
qIgnition Not Switched Off  
(STOP) Warning Beep  
switched off and all the doors are  
closed after removing the advanced  
key from the vehicle. (A beep sound  
will be heard six times. The volume of  
the beep sound can be changed.)  
Refer to Personalization Features on  
page 10-10.  
If the driver's door is opened while the  
ignition is switched to ACC, a continuous  
beep sound will be heard to notify the  
driver that the ignition has not been  
switched off (STOP). Left in this  
condition, the keyless entry system will  
not operate, the car cannot be locked, and  
the battery power will be depleted.  
NOTE  
Because the advanced key utilizes low-intensity  
radio waves, the Advanced Key Removed From  
Vehicle Warning may activate if the advanced  
key is carried together with a metal object or it  
is placed in a poor signal reception area  
within the vehicle.  
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The advanced key is placed in areas  
where it is difficult for the system to  
detect the signal (page 3-7).  
qRequest Switch Inoperable  
Warning Beep  
If the request switch for a front door is  
pressed under the following conditions  
while the advanced key is being carried, a  
beep will be heard six times to indicate  
that the front doors cannot be locked.  
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A key from another manufacturer  
similar to the advanced key is in the  
operational range.  
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Advanced Key Left-in-luggage  
compartment/trunk Warning Beep  
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A door is open (door ajar included).  
The push button start has not been  
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switched to off.  
The auxiliary key is inserted into the  
key slot.  
If the advanced key is left in the luggage/  
trunk compartment with all doors locked  
and the liftgate/trunk lid closed, a beep  
sound is heard for about 10 seconds to  
remind the driver the advanced key has  
been left in the luggage/trunk  
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qAdvanced Key Battery Dead  
Warning  
compartment. If this happens, open the  
liftgate/trunk lid by pressing the electric  
liftgate/trunk lid opener and remove the  
advanced key. An advanced key removed  
from the luggage compartment/trunk may  
not function because its functions may  
have been temporarily suspended. To  
restore the advanced key function,  
perform the applicable procedure (page  
3-21).  
When the push button start is pressed off  
from ON, the KEY indicator light (green)  
flashes for approximately 30 seconds  
indicating that the remaining battery  
power is low. Replace with a new battery  
before the advanced key becomes  
unusable.  
Refer to Advanced Key Maintenance  
(page 3-5).  
The system can be set not to open the  
trunk.  
Refer to Personalization Features on page  
10-10.  
NOTE  
The advanced key can be set so that the KEY  
indicator light (green) does not flash even if  
the battery power is low.  
Refer to Personalization Features on page  
10-10.  
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Engine Start Not Permitted Warning  
Under the following conditions, the KEY  
warning light (red) flashes to inform the  
driver that the push button start will not  
switch to ACC even if it is switched from  
off.  
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The advanced key battery is dead.  
The advanced key is not within  
operational range.  
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qAdvanced Key Left-in-vehicle  
Warning Beep  
If an advanced key is left in the vehicle  
cabin and all the doors are locked using a  
separate advanced key, a beep sound is  
heard for about 10 seconds to remind the  
driver that the advanced key has been left  
in the vehicle cabin. If this happens, the  
doors lock but the functions of the  
advanced key left in the vehicle cabin  
may be temporarily suspended. Perform  
the following procedure to restore the  
functions of the advanced key (page  
3-21).  
The volume of the beep sound can be  
changed.  
Refer to Personalization Features on page  
10-10.  
NOTE  
The warning beep does not sound while the  
trunk is open. The warning beep sounds after  
the trunk is closed.  
qAuxiliary Key Removed Warning  
Beep  
If the auxiliary key is removed under the  
following conditions while it is in use and  
in the ACC or ON position, the warning  
beep sounds three times.  
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The advanced key is not in the vehicle.  
The battery for the advanced key is  
dead.  
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When Warning Indicator/Beep is Activated  
Under the following conditions, warning beeps are heard and a warning/indicator light in  
the instrument cluster illuminates to notify the driver of improper operation of the  
advanced key to prevent theft of the vehicle (page 3-22).  
Warning  
How to check  
When a door is open, a continuous beep sound will be Check whether the push button start has been switched  
heard.  
off.  
When a door is open, 3 beep sounds are heard, and the  
KEY warning light (red) in the instrument cluster  
flashes.  
Check whether the advanced key has been removed  
from the vehicle.  
When a door is closed, a beep sound is heard 6 times,  
and the KEY warning light (red) in the instrument  
cluster flashes.  
Check whether the advanced key has been removed  
from the vehicle.  
When locking the doors or closing the trunk/liftgate, the Check whether the advanced key has been left in the  
chime sounds for about ten seconds.  
vehicle or the trunk/liftgate.  
Check whether the push button start has been switched  
off.  
When attempting to lock the doors by pressing the  
request switch on the front doors, and six beep sounds  
are heard.  
Check whether a door is open.  
The advanced key battery power is low. Replace the  
battery with a new one.  
Refer to Advanced Key Maintenance on page 3-5.  
When the KEY indicator light (green) flashes in the  
instrument cluster.  
The advanced key is malfunctioning. Park the vehicle in  
When the KEY warning light (red) remains illuminated a safe place, and use the auxiliary key to continue  
in the instrument cluster.  
driving the vehicle. Have the vehicle inspected at an  
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.  
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Without keyless entry system  
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 new  
kinds of 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.  
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.  
NOTE  
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Refer to Immobilizer System (page 3-58) for  
NOTE  
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information regarding keys and engine  
starting.  
Write down the code number and keep it in  
a separate, safe and convenient place, but  
not in the vehicle.  
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(With theft-deterrent system)  
Refer to Theft-Deterrent System (page 3-62)  
for information regarding keys and the  
prevention of vehicle and vehicle contents  
theft.  
If your key is lost, consult your Authorized  
Mazda Dealer and have your code number  
ready.  
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Some types of key chains cannot be  
attached to the retractable type key. In this  
case, use the key ring provided with the  
transmitter which has the key code number  
plate attached.  
The keys operate all locks.  
With keyless entry system  
Retractable  
type key  
Key code number plate  
Key ring  
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Key extend/retract method (Retractable  
type key)  
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Keyless Entry System  
This system remotely locks and unlocks  
the doors and the liftgate, and opens the  
trunk lid.  
To extend the key, press the release  
button.  
It can also help you signal for attention.  
Operating the theft-deterrent system with  
the keyless entry system transmitter is  
also possible on theft-deterrent system-  
equipped vehicles.  
Press the buttons slowly and carefully.  
CAUTION  
To avoid damage to the transmitter,  
do not:  
Ø Drop the transmitter.  
Ø Get the transmitter wet.  
Ø Disassemble the transmitter.  
Ø Expose the transmitter to any kind  
of magnetic field.  
To retract the key, rotate it into the holder  
while pressing the release button.  
Ø Expose the transmitter to high  
temperatures on places such as  
the dashboard or hood, under  
direct sunlight.  
íSome models.  
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NOTE  
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4 door  
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.  
Lock button  
Unlock button  
Panic button  
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The system does not operate when the key is  
in the ignition switch.  
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Doors and the liftgate can be locked by  
pressing the lock button while any other  
door is open. However, the hazard warning  
lights will not flash and the horn will not  
sound.  
Operation  
indicator light  
Trunk button  
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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 3-32).  
The operation indicator light flashes when  
the buttons are pressed.  
Lock button  
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Additional transmitters can be obtained at  
To lock the doors and the liftgate, press  
the lock button.  
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 additional transmitters are  
required.  
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.  
The system can be set not to sound the  
horn.  
qTransmitter  
Refer to Personalization Features on page  
10-10.  
5 door  
Lock button  
Unlock button  
Operation  
indicator light  
Panic button  
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NOTE  
Pressing the transmitter lock button to lock  
(Without theft-deterrent system)  
The hazard warning lights will flash twice to  
indicate that all doors and the liftgate are  
unlocked.  
the doors while any door is open does not  
sound the horn.  
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(Without theft-deterrent system)  
The hazard warning lights will flash once  
to indicate that all doors and the liftgate  
are locked.  
(With theft-deterrent system)  
The hazard warning lights flash when the theft  
deterrent system is turned off.  
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(With theft-deterrent system)  
The hazard warning lights flash when the  
theft deterrent system is armed.  
The hazard warning lights do not flash if all  
the doors and the liftgate are locked before  
the theft-deterrent system is properly  
armed.  
The hazard warning lights do not flash unless  
the theft deterrent system has been properly  
turned off.  
When the doors are unlocked by pressing the  
unlock button on the transmitter while the  
theft-deterrent system is turned off, the hazard  
warning lights will flash twice to indicate that  
the system is turned off.  
When the doors are locked by pressing the  
lock button on the transmitter while the  
theft-deterrent system is armed, the hazard  
warning lights will flash once to indicate  
that the system is armed.  
Refer to the theft-deterrent system on page  
3-62.  
The system can be set to unlock all doors by  
performing a single operation.  
Refer to Personalization Features on page  
10-10.  
Refer to the theft-deterrent system on page  
3-62.  
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The hazard warning lights can be set to not  
flash when the doors are locked or  
unlocked.  
NOTE  
Auto re-lock function  
After unlocking with the transmitter, all doors  
and the liftgate will automatically lock if one  
of the doors or the liftgate/trunk lid is not  
opened within about 30 seconds.  
The time required for the doors to lock  
automatically can be changed.  
Refer to Personalization Features on page  
10-10.  
Refer to Personalization Features on page  
10-10.  
NOTE  
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All doors and the liftgate cannot be locked  
when the key is in the ignition switch.  
Confirm that all doors and the liftgate are  
locked visually or audibly by use of the  
double click.  
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Trunk button  
Unlock button  
To open the trunk, press and hold the  
trunk button until the trunk lid opens.  
To unlock the driver's door, press the  
unlock button.  
NOTE  
To open the trunk when the ignition is switched  
to a position other than off, use the remote  
release lever inside the vehicle (page 3-42).  
To unlock all doors and the liftgate, press  
the unlock button again within 5 seconds.  
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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.  
NOTE  
The panic button will work whether any door  
or the liftgate/trunk lid is open or closed.  
Turning on the alarm  
Pressing the panic button for 1 second or  
more will trigger the alarm for about 2  
minutes and 30 seconds, and the  
following will occur:  
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The horn sounds intermittently.  
The hazard warning lights flash.  
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Turning off the alarm  
Press any button on the transmitter.  
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Keyless entry system  
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2. Insert a screwdriver into the slot and  
push the tab to remove the key from  
the transmitter.  
qTransmitter Maintenance  
If the buttons on the transmitter are  
inoperable and the operation indicator  
light does not flash, the battery may be  
dead.  
Tab  
Replace with a new battery before the  
transmitter becomes unusable.  
CAUTION  
Ø Install the battery with the positive  
pole ( ) facing down. Battery  
leakage could occur if it is not  
installed correctly.  
Ø 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  
transmitter as it could be  
damaged.  
3. Insert a screwdriver into the slot and  
gently pry open the transmitter.  
Ø There is the danger of explosion if  
the battery is not correctly  
replaced.  
Ø Replace only with the same type  
battery (CR1620 or equivalent).  
Ø Dispose of used batteries  
according to the following  
instructions.  
Ø
Insulate the plus and minus  
terminals of the battery using  
cellophane or equivalent tape.  
4. Remove the battery.  
Ø
Never disassemble.  
Ø
Never throw the battery into  
fire and/or water.  
Ø
Never deform or crush.  
Replacing the transmitter battery  
1. Unfold the key (page 3-26).  
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5. Put in the new battery (CR1620 or  
equivalent) with the positive pole (  
facing down.  
qService  
)
If you have a problem with the keyless  
entry system, consult an Authorized  
Mazda Dealer.  
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  
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.  
6. Align the front and back covers and  
snap the transmitter shut.  
7. Align the key with the transmitter as  
shown in the figure, and insert the key  
until a click sound is heard.  
CAUTION  
Insert the key into the transmitter  
securely until a click sound is heard.  
If it is not inserted securely, it could  
detach from the transmitter.  
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qLocking, Unlocking with Key  
Door Locks  
The driver's door can be locked/unlocked  
with the key.  
WARNING  
Turn the key toward the front to lock,  
toward the back to unlock.  
Always take all children and pets with  
you or leave a responsible person with  
them:  
Leaving a child or a pet 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.  
Unlock  
Lock  
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.  
NOTE  
If your vehicle is equipped with a front  
passenger door key cylinder, the door can be  
locked/unlocked with the key.  
Keep all doors locked when driving:  
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.  
qLocking, Unlocking with Request  
Switch (with Advanced Key)  
The doors can be locked/unlocked by  
operating the request switch while  
carrying the advanced key outside the  
vehicle, refer to Operations Using  
Advanced Keyless Functions (page 3-7).  
Always close all the windows and the  
moonroof, lock the doors and take the  
key with you when leaving your vehicle  
unattended:  
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  
intruders.  
qLocking, Unlocking with  
Transmitter (with Advanced Key)  
The doors can be locked/unlocked by  
operating the keyless entry system  
transmitter, refer to Keyless Entry System  
(page 3-17).  
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To lock the front passenger 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.  
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Locking, Unlocking with Transmitter  
(with Retractable Type Key)  
The doors can be locked/unlocked by  
operating the keyless entry system  
transmitter, refer to Keyless Entry System  
(page 3-27).  
Door-lock knob  
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  
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(With advanced key)  
Lock  
The driver's door cannot be locked using  
the door-lock knob from the outside.  
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(Without advanced key)  
The driver's door cannot be locked using  
the door-lock knob from the outside if the  
key is in the ignition switch.  
Unlock  
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When locking the doors this way, be careful  
not to leave the key inside the vehicle.  
qPower Door Locksí  
Vehicle lock-out prevention  
(With advanced key)  
The vehicle lock-out prevention feature  
prevents you from locking yourself out of  
the vehicle. All doors and the liftgate will  
automatically unlock if they are locked  
using the power door locks with any door  
or the liftgate open.  
íSome models.  
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(Without advanced key)  
Locking, unlocking with door-lock  
switch  
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 any door  
or the liftgate open.  
All doors and the liftgate lock  
automatically when lock side is pressed.  
They all unlock when unlock side is  
pressed.  
Unlock  
Locking, unlocking with key  
All doors and the liftgate lock  
automatically when any front 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.  
Lock  
Locking, unlocking with request switch  
(with advanced key)  
All doors and the liftgate can be locked/  
unlocked by operating the request switch  
on the front doors and the liftgate while  
carrying the advanced key outside the  
vehicle, refer to Operations Using  
Unlock  
Lock  
Advanced Keyless Functions (page 3-7).  
Locking, unlocking with transmitter  
(with advanced key)  
NOTE  
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Holding the key in the unlocked position in  
All doors and the liftgate can be locked/  
unlocked by operating the keyless entry  
system transmitter, refer to Keyless Entry  
System (page 3-17).  
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.  
Locking, unlocking with transmitter  
(with retractable type key)  
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The system can be set to unlock all doors by  
All doors and the liftgate can be locked/  
unlocked by operating the keyless entry  
system transmitter, refer to Keyless Entry  
System (page 3-27).  
performing a single operation.  
Refer to Personalization Features on page  
10-10.  
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Auto lock/unlock function  
Settings can be changed using the  
following operation.  
WARNING  
Function  
number  
Function  
Do not pull the inner handle on a front  
door:  
The auto door-lock function is  
disabled.  
1
Pulling an inner handle on a front  
door while the vehicle is moving is  
dangerous. Passengers can fall out of  
the vehicle if a front door accidentally  
opens, which could result in death or  
serious injury.  
All the doors and the liftgate lock  
automatically when the vehicle speed  
is about 20 km/h (12 mph) or more.  
2
All the doors and the liftgate lock  
automatically when the vehicle speed  
is about 20 km/h (12 mph) or more.  
All the doors and the liftgate unlock  
when the ignition is switched from ON  
to ACC or Off.  
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When the vehicle speed exceeds 20  
km/h (12 mph), all doors and the  
liftgate lock automatically.  
When the ignition is switched off, all  
doors and the liftgate unlock  
automatically.  
(Automatic transaxle vehicles only)  
When the ignition is switched ON and  
the shift lever is shifted from park (P)  
to any other gear position, all the  
doors and the liftgate lock  
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automatically.  
These functions can also be disabled so  
that they do not operate.  
(Automatic transaxle vehicles only)  
When the ignition is switched ON and  
the shift lever is shifted from park (P)  
to any other gear position, all the  
doors and the liftgate lock  
NOTE  
Additional auto lock/unlock function  
(Automatic transaxle)  
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automatically.  
A function setting is also available which  
enable automatic locking and unlocking of  
doors and the liftgate when shifting gears.  
Refer to Personalization Features on page  
10-10.  
When the shift lever is shifted to park  
(P) while the ignition is switched ON,  
all the doors and the liftgate unlock  
automatically.  
1. Stop the vehicle and close all the doors.  
2. Switch the ignition ON.  
Auto lock/unlock function setting  
change using door-lock switch  
3. Press and hold the lock side of the  
driver's door-lock switch within 10  
seconds of switching the ignition ON,  
and make sure a beep sound is heard  
about eight seconds afterwards.  
The doors and the liftgate can set to lock  
or unlock automatically by selecting any  
one of the functions from the following  
table and using the driver's door-lock  
switch on the interior to perform the  
setting change as indicated in the  
procedure which follows.  
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4. Referring to the auto lock/unlock  
function setting table, determine the  
function number for the desired setting  
and press the unlock side of the driver's  
door-lock switch only in the amount of  
the selected function number (Ex. If  
you select function 2, press the unlock  
side of the switch only 2 times).  
qRear Door Child Safety Locks  
These locks are intended to help prevent  
children from accidentally opening the  
rear doors. Use them both whenever a  
child rides in the vehicle.  
If you slide 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 pulling  
the outside handle.  
NOTE  
There are only a total of five auto lock/unlock  
settings available for automatic transaxle  
vehicles, and three for manual transaxle  
vehicles. Be sure to press the unlock side of the  
driver's door-lock switch the correct number of  
times according to the selected function  
number. If the switch is mistakenly pressed six  
times on an automatic transaxle vehicle or  
four times on a manual transaxle, the  
procedure will be invalidated. If this occurs,  
start the procedure from the beginning.  
Unlock  
Lock  
5. Three seconds after the function setting  
has been changed, a beep sound will  
beep in the amount of the selected  
function number.  
NOTE  
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The doors cannot be locked or unlocked  
while the setting function is being  
performed.  
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The procedure can be cancelled by pressing  
the lock side of the driver's door-lock  
switch.  
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qLocking, Unlocking with  
Transmitter (with Advanced Key)  
Liftgate (5 Door)  
WARNING  
The liftgate can be locked/unlocked by  
operating the keyless entry system  
transmitter, refer to Keyless Entry System  
(page 3-17).  
Never allow a person to ride in the  
luggage compartment:  
Allowing a person to ride in the  
luggage compartment is dangerous.  
The person in the luggage  
compartment could be seriously  
injured or killed during sudden  
braking or a collision.  
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Locking, Unlocking with Transmitter  
(with Retractable Type Key)  
The liftgate can be locked/unlocked by  
operating the keyless entry system  
transmitter, refer to Keyless Entry System  
(page 3-27).  
Do not drive with the liftgate open:  
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.  
qLocking, Unlocking with Door-  
Lock Knob  
The liftgate can be locked/unlocked by  
operating the driver's door-lock knob,  
refer to Power Door Locks (page 3-35).  
qLocking, Unlocking with Door-  
Lock Switch  
The liftgate can be locked/unlocked by  
operating the door-lock switch, refer to  
Power Door Locks (page 3-35).  
qLocking, Unlocking with Key  
The liftgate can be locked/unlocked by  
inserting the key into the driver's door key  
cylinder, refer to Power Door Locks (page  
3-35).  
qOpening and Closing the Liftgate  
NOTE  
(With advanced key)  
qLocking, Unlocking with Request  
Switch (with Advanced Key)  
When using the advanced keyless function to  
open the liftgate, refer to Opening the liftgate  
(page 3-11).  
The liftgate can be locked/unlocked by  
operating the request switch while  
carrying the advanced key outside the  
vehicle, refer to Operations Using  
Advanced Keyless Functions (page 3-7).  
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Opening the liftgate  
When the liftgate cannot be opened  
Grasp the lower end of the liftgate, press  
the electric liftgate opener on the liftgate,  
and then raise the liftgate when the latch  
releases.  
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:  
1. Fold down the rear seatbacks.  
Refer to Split-Folding Rear Seatback  
on page 2-10.  
2. Remove the cap on the interior surface  
of the liftgate with a flathead  
screwdriver.  
Electric liftgate  
opener  
Cap  
While the ignition is switched ON, the  
liftgate can be opened only when the  
vehicle is stopped with the parking brake  
applied (manual transaxle), or with the  
selector lever in the P position (automatic  
transaxle).  
NOTE  
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When the liftgate is unlocked by pressing  
3. Turn the lever to the right to unlock the  
liftgate.  
the electric liftgate opener button, the  
liftgate raises slightly to allow it to be  
opened. If the liftgate is not operated for a  
certain period of time after the electric  
liftgate opener button has been pressed, the  
liftgate cannot be raised any more from its  
slightly raised position. Press the electric  
liftgate opener button again to fully open  
the liftgate. To close the liftgate from its  
slightly raised position, open it first by  
pressing the electric liftgate opener button  
and waiting for 1 second or longer, then  
close it.  
Lever  
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The sound of the latch may be heard for a  
few seconds after the electric liftgate  
opener has been pressed, however, this does  
not indicate a malfunction.  
After performing this emergency measure,  
have the vehicle inspected at an  
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as  
possible.  
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Closing the liftgate  
Luggage compartment cover strap  
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.  
The luggage compartment can be  
accessed by opening the liftgate when the  
straps are attached to the sides of the  
liftgate.  
qLuggage Compartment  
WARNING  
Do not place anything on top of the  
cover:  
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  
Strap  
Luggage compartment cover  
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  
such as a rollover. Tie down all heavy  
objects, whether luggage or cargo,  
using the tie down hooks.  
This cover can be removed for more  
room. To do this, just unfasten the straps;  
then lift and pull it out.  
Make sure luggage and cargo is  
secured before driving:  
Not securing cargo while driving is  
dangerous as it could move or be  
crushed during sudden braking or a  
collision and cause injury.  
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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q
Opening and Closing the Trunk Lid  
Trunk Lid (4 Door)  
WARNING  
WARNING  
Close the trunk lid, be sure the seat  
backs are latched and do not allow  
children to play inside the vehicle:  
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.  
Never allow a person to ride in the  
trunk:  
Allowing a person to ride in the trunk  
is dangerous. In addition, the person  
in the trunk could be seriously  
injured or killed during sudden  
braking or a collision.  
Keep the trunk closed when driving:  
Exhaust gas entering the cabin of a  
vehicle through an open trunk is  
dangerous. This gas contains CO  
(carbon monoxide), which is  
Always keep the car from being a  
tempting place to play by latching the  
rear seats, doors and the trunk, and  
keeping the keys where children can  
not play with them:  
colorless, odorless, and highly  
poisonous. If inhaled, it can cause  
loss of consciousness and death.  
Leaving children or animals  
unattended in a parked vehicle is  
dangerous. Babies left sleeping and  
children who lock themselves in cars  
or trunks can die very quickly from  
heat prostration. Do not leave your  
children or pets alone in a car at any  
time. Do not leave the car, the rear  
folding seats or the trunk unlocked.  
CAUTION  
For vehicles equipped with a rear  
spoiler, do not raise or lower the  
trunk lid using the spoiler. Otherwise,  
the rear spoiler and the trunk lid  
could be damaged.  
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Opening the trunk lid with the keyí  
Opening the trunk lid with the remote  
release lever  
Insert the key into the slot and turn it  
clockwise.  
Pull up the release lever next to the  
driver's seat.  
Release lever  
Open  
Opening the trunk lid with the electric  
trunk lid opener (with advanced key)  
Closing the trunk lid  
The trunk lid can be opened by operating  
the request switch on the trunk lid while  
carrying the advanced key outside the  
vehicle, refer to Operations Using  
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.  
Advanced Keyless Functions (page 3-7).  
qTrunk Light  
Opening the trunk lid with the  
transmitter (with advanced key)  
The trunk light is on when the lid is open  
and off when it's closed.  
The trunk lid can be opened by operating  
the keyless entry system transmitter, refer  
to Keyless Entry System (page 3-17).  
Opening the trunk lid with the  
transmitter (with retractable type key)  
The trunk lid can be opened by operating  
the keyless entry system transmitter, refer  
to Keyless Entry System (page 3-27).  
NOTE  
To prevent the battery from being discharged,  
do not leave the trunk open for a long period  
when the engine is not running.  
íSome models.  
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Inside Trunk Release Lever  
WARNING  
Close the trunk lid, be sure the seat  
backs are latched and do not allow  
children to play inside the vehicle:  
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.  
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.  
Always keep the car from being a  
tempting place to play by latching the  
rear seats, doors and the trunk, and  
keeping the keys where children can  
not play with them:  
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 do not have such levers.  
Leaving children or animals  
unattended in a parked vehicle is  
dangerous. Babies left sleeping and  
children who lock themselves in cars  
or trunks can die very quickly from  
heat prostration. Do not leave your  
children or pets alone in a car at any  
time. Do not leave the car, the rear  
folding seats or the trunk unlocked.  
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qOpening the Trunk Lid from the  
Inside  
Power Windows  
The ignition must be ON for the power  
windows to operate.  
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.  
WARNING  
Make sure the opening is clear before  
closing a window:  
Closing power windows are  
dangerous. A person's hands, head,  
or even neck could be caught by the  
window and result in serious injury  
or even death.  
The inside trunk release lever is located  
on the inside of the trunk lid.  
This warning applies especially to  
children.  
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:  
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 window.  
CAUTION  
To prevent burning out the fuse and  
damaging the power window system,  
do not open or close more than three  
windows at once.  
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NOTE  
qOperating the Driver's Side  
Power Window  
If the battery was disconnected during vehicle  
maintenance, or for other reasons such as a  
switch continues to be operated after the  
window is fully open/close, the window will not  
fully open and close automatically. Carry out  
the following procedure to resume operation:  
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.  
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.  
2. Press the switch and fully open the window.  
Owner master control switches  
Close  
3. Pull up the switch to fully close the window  
and continue holding the switch for about 2  
seconds after the window fully closes.  
Open  
Driver's window  
Jam-safe window  
If a person's hands, head or an object  
blocks the window during the auto-  
closing operation, the window will stop  
and open halfway.  
Auto-opening/closing  
WARNING  
To fully open the window automatically,  
press the switch completely down, then  
release. The window will fully open  
automatically.  
Make sure nothing blocks the window  
just before it reaches the fully closed  
position or while holding up the power  
window switch:  
To fully close the window automatically,  
pull the switch completely up, then  
release. The window will fully close  
automatically.  
Blocking the power window just  
before it reaches the fully closed  
position or while holding up the  
power window switch is dangerous.  
In this case, the jam-safe function  
cannot prevent the window from  
closing all the way. If fingers are  
caught, serious injuries could occur.  
To stop the window partway, pull or press  
the switch in the opposite direction and  
then release it.  
NOTE  
Depending on driving conditions, a closing  
power window could stop and start opening  
when the window feels a shock that is similar  
to something blocking it.  
In the event the jam-safe function activates and  
the power window cannot be closed  
automatically, pull and hold the switch and the  
window will close.  
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Engine-off power window operation  
To open the window to the desired  
position, hold down the switch.  
To close the window to the desired  
position, press the upper part of the  
switch.  
The power window can be operated for  
about 45 seconds after the ignition switch  
is turned from the ON position to the  
ACC or LOCK position with all doors  
closed. If any door is opened, the power  
window will be inoperable.  
NOTE  
Close  
Open  
For engine-off operation of the power window,  
the switch must be held up firmly throughout  
window closure because the auto-closing  
function will be inoperable.  
qOperating the Passenger Power  
Windows  
The power windows may be operated  
when the power window lock switch on  
the driver's door is in the unlocked  
position.  
qPower Window Lock Switch  
With the lock switch in the unlocked  
position (button not depressed), all power  
windows on each door can be operated.  
The passenger windows may be opened or  
closed by the power window master  
control switches on the driver's door.  
With the lock switch in the locked  
position (button depressed), only the  
driver's side power window can be  
operated.  
Owner master control switch  
Driver's window  
Locked position  
Left rear window  
Front  
passenger's  
window  
Unlocked position  
Right rear window  
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Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap  
WARNING  
Unless a passenger needs to operate a  
power window, keep the power window  
lock switch in the locked position:  
Unintentional power window  
WARNING  
When removing the fuel-filler cap,  
loosen the cap slightly and wait for any  
hissing to stop. Then remove it:  
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-filler cap is  
operation is dangerous. A person's  
hands, head, or neck could be caught  
by the window and result in serious  
injury.  
removed too quickly.  
Before refueling, stop the engine, and  
always keep sparks and flames away  
from the filler neck:  
Fuel vapor is dangerous. It could be  
ignited by sparks or flames causing  
serious burns and injuries.  
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.  
CAUTION  
Always use only a genuine Mazda  
fuel-filler 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 Lid  
qFuel-Filler Cap  
To open, pull the remote fuel-filler lid  
release.  
5 door  
To remove the fuel-filler cap, turn it  
counterclockwise.  
To close the fuel-filler cap, turn it  
clockwise until two or more clicks are  
heard.  
Remote fuel-filler  
lid release  
Open  
Close  
4 door  
CAUTION  
If the check fuel cap warning light  
illuminates, the fuel-filler cap may  
not be properly installed. If the  
warning light illuminates, park your  
vehicle safely off the right-of-way,  
remove the fuel-filler cap and  
Remote fuel-filler  
lid release  
reinstall it correctly. After the cap has  
been correctly installed, the fuel cap  
warning light may continue to  
illuminate until a number of driving  
cycles have been completed. A drive  
cycle consists of starting the engine  
(after four or more hours with the  
engine off) and driving the vehicle on  
city and highway roads.  
Continuing to drive with the check  
fuel cap warning light illuminated  
could cause the check engine light to  
illuminate as well.  
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NOTE  
Hood  
WARNING  
The removed cap can be attached to the inner  
side of the lid during refueling to prevent fuel  
on the cap from dripping onto the vehicle.  
Always check that the hood is closed  
and securely locked:  
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.  
qOpening the Hood  
1. With the vehicle parked, pull the  
release handle to unlock the hood.  
Release handle  
2. Insert your hand into the hood opening  
and slide the hood latch lever to the  
right and lift the hood.  
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3. Grasp the support rod in the padded  
area and secure it in the stay hole  
indicated by the arrow to hold the hood  
open.  
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Moonroof  
The moonroof can be opened or closed  
electrically only when the ignition is  
switched ON.  
Slide switch  
Tilt switch  
Pad  
Clip  
Support rod  
qClosing the Hood  
WARNING  
WARNING  
Do not let passengers stand up or  
extend part of their body through the  
open moonroof while the vehicle is  
moving:  
Do not leave items in the engine  
compartment:  
After you have finished checking or  
doing servicing in the engine  
compartment, do not forget and  
leave items such as tools or rags in  
the engine compartment.  
Tools or other items left in the engine  
compartment could cause engine  
damage or a fire leading to an  
unexpected accident.  
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  
serious injury or death.  
Make sure the opening is clear before  
closing the moonroof:  
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.  
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.  
íSome models.  
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NOTE  
To close to the desired position, press the  
front of the slide switch or pull the tilt  
switch.  
Before washing your Mazda, make sure the  
moonroof is completely closed so that water  
does not get inside the cabin area. After  
washing your Mazda or after it rains, wipe the  
water off the moonroof before operating it to  
avoid water penetration which could cause  
rust and water damage to your headliner.  
Open  
qTilt Operation  
Tilt down  
(Close)  
The rear of the moonroof can be tilted  
open to provide more ventilation.  
Close  
To fully tilt automatically, momentarily  
press the tilt switch.  
To stop tilting partway, press any part of  
the tilt or slide switch.  
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Power Moonroof Re-set Procedure  
If the battery is disconnected, the  
moonroof may not operate correctly. The  
moonroof will not operate correctly until  
it is re-set. Carry out the following  
procedure to re-set the moonroof and  
resume operation:  
To close to the desired position, press the  
front of the slide switch or pull the tilt  
switch.  
1. Switch the ignition ON.  
2. Press the tilt switch while the rear of  
the moonroof tilts open to the fully  
open position. The moonroof then  
closes a little.  
Tilt down  
NOTE  
Close (Tilt down)  
Tilt up  
If the re-set procedure is performed while the  
moonroof is in the slide position (partially  
open) it closes before the rear tilts opens.  
qSlide Operation  
To fully open automatically, momentarily  
press the rear of the slide switch.  
To stop sliding partway, press any part of  
the tilt or slide switch.  
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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  
Ø The sunshade does not tilt. To  
avoid damaging the sunshade, do  
not push up on it.  
Ø Do not close the sunshade while  
the moonroof is opening. Trying to  
force the sunshade closed could  
damage it.  
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Immobilizer System (with  
Advanced Key)  
CAUTION  
Do not allow the following when  
starting the engine with the auxiliary  
key due to an advanced key dead  
battery or other malfunction.  
Otherwise the signal from the  
auxiliary key will not be received  
correctly and the engine may not  
start.  
The immobilizer system allows the engine  
to start only with an advanced key the  
system recognizes.  
If someone attempts to start the engine  
with an unrecognized advanced key, the  
engine will not start, thereby helping to  
prevent the theft of your vehicle.  
If you have a problem with the  
Ø A key ring rests on the key grip.  
immobilizer system or the advanced key  
(including auxiliary key), consult an  
Authorized Mazda Dealer.  
CAUTION  
Ø Radio equipment like this is  
governed by laws in the United  
States.  
Ø Metal parts of other keys or metal  
objects touch the auxiliary key  
grip.  
Changes or modifications not  
expressly approved by the party  
responsible for compliance could  
void the user's authority to  
operate the equipment.  
Ø To avoid damage to the key, do  
not:  
Ø
Drop the key.  
Ø Spare auxiliary keys or keys for  
other vehicles equipped with an  
immobilizer system touch or come  
near the auxiliary key.  
Ø
Get the key wet.  
Expose the key to any kind of  
magnetic field.  
Expose the key to high  
Ø
Ø
temperatures on places such as  
the dashboard or hood, under  
direct sunlight.  
Ø Devices for electronic purchases, or  
security passage which touch or  
come near the auxiliary key.  
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NOTE  
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The advanced keys (including auxiliary key)  
carry a unique electronic code. For this  
reason, and to assure your safety, obtaining  
a replacement advanced key (including  
auxiliary key) requires some waiting time.  
They are only available through an  
Authorized Mazda Dealer.  
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Always keep a spare advanced key in case  
one is lost. If an advanced key is lost,  
consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as  
soon as possible.  
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If you lose an advanced key (including  
auxiliary key), an Authorized Mazda Dealer  
will reset the electronic codes of your  
remaining advanced keys (including  
auxiliary keys) and immobilizer system.  
Bring all the remaining advanced keys  
(including auxiliary 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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Declaration of Conformity  
Immobilizer system  
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NOTE  
qOperation  
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The engine may not start and the security  
indicator light may illuminate or flash if the  
advanced key is placed in an area where it  
is difficult for the system to detect the  
signal, such as on the dashboard, or in the  
glove box. Move the advanced key to  
another place, switch the ignition off, and  
then restart the engine.  
Arming  
The system is armed when the ignition is  
switched from ON to ACC or off. The  
security indicator light in the instrument  
cluster flashes every 2 seconds until the  
system is disarmed.  
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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 advanced key and  
the engine fails to start, check the security  
indicator light. If the indicator light is  
flashing, switch the ignition to ACC or off  
and wait for a while, then restart the  
engine. If it does not start after 3 or more  
tries, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer.  
If the security indicator light flashes  
continuously while you are driving, do not  
shut off the engine. Go to an Authorized  
Mazda Dealer and have it checked. If the  
engine is shut off while the indicator light is  
flashing, you will not be able to restart it.  
Since the electronic codes are reset when  
repairing the immobilizer system, the  
advanced key (including auxiliary key) are  
needed. Bring all the advanced keys  
(including auxiliary keys) to an Authorized  
Mazda Dealer.  
Disarming  
The system is disarmed when the ignition  
is switched to ON with the registered  
advanced key.  
The security indicator light illuminates for  
about 3 seconds and goes out.  
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If the engine does not start with the  
correct advanced 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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qModification and Add-On  
Equipment  
Immobilizer System  
(without Advanced Key)  
Mazda cannot guarantee the immobilizer  
system's operation if the system has been  
modified or if any add-on equipment has  
been installed.  
The immobilizer system allows the engine  
to start only with a key the system  
recognizes.  
CAUTION  
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.  
If you have a problem with the  
immobilizer system or the key, consult an  
Authorized Mazda Dealer.  
To avoid damage to your vehicle, do  
not modify the system or install any  
add-on equipment to the immobilizer  
system or the vehicle.  
CAUTION  
Ø 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.  
Ø To avoid damage to the key, do  
not:  
Ø
Drop the key.  
Ø
Get the key wet.  
Ø
Expose the key to any kind of  
magnetic field.  
Ø
Expose the key to high  
temperatures on places such as  
the dashboard or hood, under  
direct sunlight.  
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NOTE  
CAUTION  
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The keys carry a unique electronic code.  
For this reason, and to assure your safety,  
obtaining a replacement key requires some  
waiting time. They are only available  
through an Authorized Mazda Dealer.  
Always keep a spare key, in case one is lost.  
If a key is lost, contact an Authorized  
Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.  
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.  
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Ø A key ring rests on the key grip.  
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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.  
Ø Metal parts of other keys or metal  
objects touch the key grip.  
Ø Spare keys or keys for other  
vehicles equipped with an  
immobilizer system touch or come  
near the key grip.  
Ø Devices for electronic purchases, or  
security passage which touch or  
come near the key.  
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Immobilizer system  
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NOTE  
qOperation  
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If the security indicator light illuminates  
and stays on or flashes when the ignition  
switch is turned to the ON position, the  
engine will not start.  
Arming  
The system is armed when the ignition  
switch is turned from the ON to the ACC  
or LOCK position.  
The security indicator light in the  
instrument cluster flashes every two  
seconds until the system is disarmed.  
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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 does not start after 3 or more  
tries, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer.  
If the security indicator light flashes  
continuously while you are driving, do not  
shut off the engine. Go to an Authorized  
Mazda Dealer and have it checked. If you  
shut off the engine while the light is  
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Disarming  
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 three seconds and goes out.  
flashing you will not be able to restart it.  
Since the electronic codes are reset when  
repairing the immobilizer system, the keys  
are needed. Bring all the existing keys to an  
Authorized Mazda Dealer.  
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If the engine does not 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.  
qModification and Add-On  
Equipment  
Mazda cannot guarantee the immobilizer  
system's operation if the system has been  
modified or if any add-on equipment has  
been installed.  
CAUTION  
To avoid damage to your vehicle, do  
not modify the system or install any  
add-on equipment to the immobilizer  
system or the vehicle.  
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(Without advanced key)  
Switching the ignition ON without the  
key.  
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Theft-Deterrent System  
If the theft deterrent system detects an  
inappropriate entry into the vehicle, which  
could result in the vehicle or its contents  
being stolen, the alarm alerts the  
surrounding area of an abnormality by  
sounding the horn and flashing the hazard  
warning lights.  
(With advanced key)  
Switching the ignition ON without  
using the push button start.  
Opening the trunk lid by operating the  
trunk lid release lever.  
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If the system is triggered again, the lights  
and horn will activate until a door or the  
liftgate is unlocked or the trunk lid is  
opened with the key or with the  
transmitter.  
Refer to Operation on page 3-62.  
NOTE  
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The theft-deterrent system operates with the  
key or the keyless entry system transmitter.  
(With advanced key)  
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(With advanced key)  
The lights and horn can also be  
deactivated by pressing the request switch  
on a door.  
The theft-deterrent system can also be  
operated using the advanced keyless  
function.  
NOTE  
The system operates only when the driver is  
in the vehicle or within operational range  
while the advanced key is being carried.  
If the battery goes dead while the theft-  
deterrent system is armed, the horn will  
activate and the hazard warning lights will  
flash when the battery is charged or replaced.  
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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.  
qOperation  
System triggering conditions  
The horn sounds intermittently and the  
hazard warning lights flash for about 30  
seconds when the system is triggered by  
any one of the following:  
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Forcing open a door, the hood or the  
trunk lid/liftgate.  
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Unlocking a door with the inside door-  
lock knob.  
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Unlocking a door with the door lock  
switch.  
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Opening the hood by operating the  
hood release handle.  
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NOTE  
Locking the doors with the inside door-lock  
knob will not arm the system.  
qHow to Arm the System  
1. Remove the key from the ignition  
switch.  
(With advanced key)  
3. After 20 seconds, the system is fully  
armed.  
Press the push button start to off  
position, if the auxiliary key is inserted  
in the key slot, remove it.  
NOTE  
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Auto re-lock function  
2. Make sure the hood and the trunk lid  
are closed. Close and lock all doors and  
the liftgate from the outside using the  
key. If you have the keyless entry  
system, press the lock button on the  
transmitter.  
After unlocking with the transmitter or the  
request switch, all doors and the liftgate  
will automatically lock if any of the  
following operations are not performed  
within about 30 seconds.  
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A door or the liftgate/trunk lid is opened.  
The auxiliary key inserted into the key  
slot (with advanced key).  
The hazard warning lights will flash  
once.  
(With advanced key)  
Press a request switch on the doors or  
the lock button on the transmitter.  
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The key is inserted in the ignition switch.  
The push button start is in any position  
except off (with advanced key).  
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The ignition is switched ON.  
(Without advanced key)  
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 “ ” once. Close all  
doors.  
The security indicator light in the  
instrument panel flashes twice per  
second for 20 seconds.  
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The system will disarm if one of the  
following operations takes place within 20  
seconds after closing the trunk lid and  
locking all the doors and the liftgate:  
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Pressing the unlock button on the  
transmitter.  
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Any door or the liftgate/trunk lid is  
opened.  
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Unlocking a door with the inside door-  
lock knob.  
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Unlocking a door with the door lock  
switch.  
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Unlocking the driver's door with the key.  
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The hood is opened.  
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The key is inserted in the ignition switch.  
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The auxiliary key inserted into the key  
slot (With advanced key).  
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The theft deterrent system can also be  
armed by activating the auto re-lock  
function with all the doors, the liftgate/  
trunk lid and the hood closed.  
The push button start is pressed or a  
door is unlocked using a request switch  
on the front doors (With advanced key).  
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The ignition is switched on.  
To rearm the system, do the arming  
procedure again.  
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When the doors are locked by pressing the  
(With advanced key)  
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lock button on the transmitter or request  
switch on the front doors or using the key  
while the theft-deterrent system is armed,  
the hazard warning lights will flash once to  
indicate that the system is armed.  
Press a request switch on the doors.  
Press the electric liftgate/trunk lid  
opener.  
Press the unlock button or press and  
hold the trunk button on the  
transmitter.  
The engine is started with the push  
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The method for setting the theft-deterrent  
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system can be changed.  
Refer to Personalization Features on page  
10-10.  
button start.  
NOTE  
If you have any problem with the theft-  
deterrent system, consult an Authorized Mazda  
Dealer.  
qTo Turn Off an Armed System  
An armed system can be turned off by any  
one of the following methods:  
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Unlock a door with the key.  
Press the unlock button on the keyless  
qTheft-Deterrent Labels  
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entry system transmitter.  
The ignition is switched on.  
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(With advanced key)  
Press a request switch on the doors or  
the unlock button on the transmitter.  
The hazard warning lights will flash twice  
to indicate that the system is turned off.  
NOTE  
When the doors are unlocked by pressing the  
unlock button on the transmitter or request  
switch on the front doors or using 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.  
A label indicating that your vehicle is  
equipped with a Theft-Deterrent System is  
in the glove compartment.  
Mazda recommends that you affix it to the  
lower rear corner of a front door window.  
qTo Stop the Alarm  
A triggered alarm can be turned off by  
any one of the following methods:  
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Unlock a door with the key.  
Press the unlock button or press and  
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hold the trunk button on the keyless  
entry system transmitter.  
The engine is started with the ignition  
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key.  
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Steering Wheel  
WARNING  
Mirrors  
qOutside Mirrors  
Never adjust the steering wheel while  
the vehicle is moving:  
Check the mirror angles before driving.  
Mirror type  
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.  
Flat type (driver's side)  
Flat surface mirror.  
Convex type (front passenger side)  
The mirror has single curvature on its  
surface.  
WARNING  
qSteering Wheel Adjustment  
Be sure to look over your shoulder  
before changing lanes:  
To change the angle or length of the  
steering wheel:  
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.  
1. Stop the vehicle, pull up the lock  
release lever under the steering  
column.  
Power mirror  
The ignition must be switched to ACC or  
ON.  
To adjust:  
1. Press the left or right side of the  
selector switch to choose the left or  
right side mirror.  
Lock release lever  
2. Tilt the steering wheel and/or adjust the  
steering column length to the desired  
positions, push the lever down to lock  
the column.  
3. Push the wheel up and down to be  
certain it's locked before driving.  
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2. Depress the mirror switch in the  
appropriate direction.  
qRearview Mirror  
WARNING  
Mirror switch  
Do not stack cargo or objects higher  
than the seatbacks:  
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.  
Selector switch  
Rearview mirror adjustment  
Before driving, adjust the rearview mirror  
to center on the scene through the rear  
window.  
After adjusting the mirror, lock the control  
by placing the selector switch in the  
middle position.  
Manual day/night mirror  
Folding the mirror  
Fold the outside mirror rearward until it is  
flush with the vehicle.  
Auto-dimming mirror  
WARNING  
Always return the outside mirrors to  
the driving position before you start  
driving:  
Driving with the outside mirrors  
folded in is dangerous. Your rear view  
will be restricted, and you could have  
an accident.  
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NOTE  
Press the ON/OFF button ( ) to cancel  
the automatic dimming function. The  
indicator light will turn off.  
To reactivate the automatic dimming  
function, press the ON/OFF button ( ).  
The indicator light will illuminate.  
For the manual day/night mirror, perform the  
adjustment with the day/night lever in the day  
position.  
Reducing glare from headlights  
Manual day/night mirror  
Push the day/night lever forward for day  
driving. Pull it back to reduce glare of  
headlights from cars at the rear.  
Day/Night lever  
Indicator light  
ON/OFF button  
Day  
Night  
Auto-dimming mirror  
The auto-dimming mirror automatically  
reduces glare of headlights from cars at  
the rear when the ignition is switched ON.  
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NOTE  
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Do not use glass cleaner or suspend objects  
on or around the light sensor. Otherwise,  
light sensor sensitivity will be affected and  
may not operate normally.  
Light sensor  
Light sensor  
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The auto-dimmer function is canceled when  
the ignition is switched ON and the shift  
lever/selector lever is in reverse (R).  
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