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Immobilizer System

The optional immobilizer system allows

the engine to start only with a key the

system recognizes.

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.

CAUTION

Changes or modifications not

expressly approved by the party

responsible for compl iance could

void the user's authority to operate

the equipment.

To avoid damage to the key, do not:

Drop the key.

Get the key wet.

Expose the key to any kind of

magnetic field.

Expose the key to high

temperatures on places such as the

dashboard or hood, under direct

sunlight.

CAUTION

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.

A key ring rests on the key grip.

Metal parts of other keys or metal

objects touch the key grip.

Spare keys or keys for other vehicles

equipped with an immobilizer

system touch or come near the key

grip.

Devices for electronic purchases, or

security passage touch or come near

the key.

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NOTE

(U.S.A.)

This device complies with part 15 of

the FCC Rules. Operation is subject

to the following two condit ions: (1)

This device may not cause harmful

interference, and (2) this device must

accept any interference received,

including interference that may cause

undesired operation.

(CANADA)

This device complies with RSS-210

of Industry CANADA. Operation is

subject to the following two

conditions: (1) this device may not

cause interference, and (2) this

device must accept any interference,

including interference that may cause

undesired operation of the device.

qImmobilizer System Warning

Light

If the immobilizer system is working

properly, the light will come on when the

ignition switch is turned to the ON or

START position. The light will go out

when confirmation by the immobilizer

system is completed.

If the light flashes rapidly, fails to come

on, or comes on and stays on, it indicates

a system malfunction. If any of these

occur, contact an Authorized Mazda

Dealer as soon as possible.

NOTE

If the warning light comes on and

stays on when the ignition switch is

turned to the ON position, the engine

will not start.

Signals from a TV or radio station, or

from a transceiver or a mobi le

telephone, could interfere with your

immobilizer system. If you are using

the proper key and your engine fails

to start, check the warning light. If it

is flashing, remove the ignition key

and wait 2 seconds or more, then

reinsert it and try starting the engine

again. If it doesn't start after 3 or

more tries, contact an Authorized

Mazda Dealer.

If the warning light flashes

continuously while you are driving,

don't shut off the engine. Go to an

Authorized Mazda Dealer and have

it checked. If you shut off the engine

while the light is flashing you won't

be able to restart it.

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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qMaintenance

If you have a problem with the

immobilizer system or the key, consult an

Authorized Mazda Dealer.

NOTE

The keys carry a unique electronic

code. For this reason, and to assure

your safety, obtaining replacement

key requires some waiting time.

They are only available throu gh 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.

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.

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 to it.

CAUTION

To avoid damage to your vehicle, do

not modify the system or install any

add-on equipment to it.

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