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Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint


WARNING


Child-Restraint Tether Usage: Using the tether or tether anchor to secure anything but a child-restraint system is dangerous. This could weaken or damage the tether or tether anchor and result in injury. Use the tether and tether anchor only for a child-restraint system.


Incorrect Attachment of the Tether Strap: Routing the tether strap on top of the head restraint is dangerous. In a collision, the tether strap could slide off the head restraint, and loosen the child-restraint system. The child- restraint system could move which may result in death or injury to the child. Always route the tether strap between the head restraint posts.


qLATCH Child-Restraint System


Installation Procedure (Rear Center Seat)


The LATCH lower anchors at the center of the rear seat are much further apart than the sets of LATCH lower anchors for child-restraint system installation at other seating positions. Child-restraint systems with rigid LATCH attachments cannot be installed on the center seating position. Some LATCH equipped child-restraint systems can be placed in the center position and will reach the nearest LATCH lower anchors which are 466 mm (18.35 in) apart. LATCH compatible child-restraint systems (with attachments on belt webbing) can be used at this seating position only if the child-restraint system manufacturer's instructions state that the child-restraint system can be installed to LATCH lower anchors that are 466 mm (18.35 in) apart. Do not attach two child-restraint systems to the same LATCH lower anchor. If your child- restraint system has a tether, it must also be used for your child's optimum safety.


1. Make sure the seatback is securely latched by pushing it back until it is fully locked.


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2. Expand the area between the seat


bottom and the seatback slightly to verify the locations of the LATCH lower anchors.


Anchor bracket location


Cover


Tether strap


Anchor bracket


Tether strap position


Cover


Anchor bracket


WARNING


Child-Restraint Tether Usage: Using the tether or tether anchor to secure anything but a child-restraint system is dangerous. This could weaken or damage the tether or tether anchor and result in injury. Use the tether and tether anchor only for a child-restraint system.


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NOTE


The markings above the LATCH lower anchors indicate the locations of LATCH lower anchors for the attachment of a child-restraint system.


3. Secure the child-restraint system using


BOTH LATCH lower anchors, following the child-restraint system manufacturer's instructions.


4. If your child-restraint system came


equipped with a tether, that probably means it is very important to properly secure the tether for child safety, please carefully follow the child-restraint system manufacturer's instructions when installing tethers.


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Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Precautions


The front and side supplemental restraint systems (SRS) include up to 6 air bags (verify “SRS AIRBAG” location indicator marks). They are located in:


l The steering wheel hub (driver air bag) l The front passenger dashboard (front passenger air bag) l The outboard sides of the front seatbacks (side air bags) l The front and rear window pillars, and the roof edge along both sides (curtain air bags)


These systems operate independently depending on the type of accident encountered; if you have side and curtain air bags, the side and curtain air bags are not likely to deploy on both sides in the same accident because a vehicle is not often hit from both sides. The side and curtain air bags and the frontal air bag system will not normally deploy during the same type of accident unless a combination of frontal and side impacts occur.


The air bag supplemental restraint systems are designed to provide supplemental protection only in the front seats in certain situations and the rear outside passenger positions only in same-side collisions, so seat belts are always important in the following ways:


Without seat belt usage, the air bags cannot provide adequate protection during an accident. Seat belt usage is necessary to: l Keep the occupant from being thrown into an inflating air bag. l Reduce the possibility of injuries during an accident that is not designed for air bag


inflation, such as roll-over or rear impact.


l Reduce the possibility of injuries in frontal or side collisions that are not severe enough


to activate the air bags.


l Reduce the possibility of being thrown from your vehicle. l Reduce the possibility of injuries to lower body and legs during an accident because the


air bags provide no protection to these parts of the body.


l Hold the driver in a position which allows better control of the vehicle.


Children should be protected by a child-restraint system as stipulated by law in every state and province. In certain states and provinces, laws vary on the size a child must be to use a child-restraint system (page 2-23). Carefully consider which child-restraint system is necessary for your child and follow the installation directions in this Owner's Manual as well as the child-restraint system manufacturer's instructions.


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WARNING


Air Bags without Seat Belts: Depending only on the air bags for protection during an accident is dangerous. Alone, air bags may not prevent serious injuries. The appropriate air bags can be expected to inflate only in the first collision with frontal, near frontal or side forces that are at least moderate. Vehicle occupants should always wear seat belts.


Child in the Front Seat: Placing a child, 12 years or under, in the front seat is dangerous. The child could be hit by a deploying air bag and be seriously injured or even killed. A sleeping child is more likely to lean against the door and be hit by the side air bag in a moderate, right- side collision. Whenever possible, always secure a child 12 years and under on the rear seat with an appropriate child-restraint system for the child's age and size.


Rear-Facing Child-Restraint System: Rear-facing child-restraint systems on the front seat are particularly dangerous. The child-restraint system can be hit by a deploying air bag and moved violently backward resulting in serious injury or death to the child. Even though you may feel assured that a front passenger air bag will not deploy based on the fact that the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates, NEVER use a rear-facing child-restraint system in the front seat with an air bag that could deploy even in a moderate collision.


Seating Position with Front Air Bags: Sitting too close to the air bag modules or placing hands or feet on them is extremely dangerous. Front air bags inflate with great force and speed. Serious injuries could occur if someone is too close. The driver should always hold onto only the rim of the steering wheel. The front seat passenger should keep both feet on the floor. Front seat occupants should adjust their seats as far back as possible and always sit upright against the seatbacks with seat belts worn properly.


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WARNING


Seating Position with Side and Curtain Air Bags: Sitting too close to the side air bag modules or placing hands on them is extremely dangerous. The side air bags inflate with great force and speed directly out of the outboard side of the front seat and expand along the front door on the side the car is hit. Serious injury could occur if someone is sitting too close to the door or leaning against a window, or if rear seat occupants grab the sides of the front seatbacks. Furthermore, sleeping up against the door or hanging out the windows in the vehicle could block the side and curtain air bags and eliminate the advantages of supplemental protection. Give the side and curtain air bags room to work by sitting in the center of the seat while the vehicle is moving with seat belts worn properly.


Front Air Bag Modules Located in the Steering Wheel Hub and the Dashboard: Attaching an object to the front air bag modules or placing something in front of them is dangerous. In an accident, the object could interfere with front air bag inflation and injure the occupants. Always keep the front air bag modules free of objects.


Side Air Bag Modules: Attaching things to the front seat in such a way as to cover the outboard side of the seat in any way is dangerous. In an accident the object could interfere with the side air bag, which inflates from the outboard side of the front seats, impeding the added protection of the side air bag system or redirecting the air bag in a way that is dangerous. Furthermore, the bag could be cut open spewing exhaust. Do not hang net bags, map pouches or backpacks with side straps on the front seats. Never use seat covers on the front seats. Always keep the side air bag modules in your front seats free to deploy in the event of a side collision.


Curtain Air Bag Modules: Attaching objects to the areas where the curtain air bag activates such as on the windshield glass, side door glass, front and rear window pillars and along the roof edge and assist grips is dangerous. In an accident the object could interfere with the curtain air bag, which inflates from the front and rear window pillars and along the roof edge, impeding the added protection of the curtain air bag system or redirecting the air bag in a way that is dangerous. Furthermore, the bag could be cut open spewing exhaust. Do not place hangers or any other objects on the assist grips. When hanging clothes, hang them on the coat hook directly. Always keep the curtain air bag modules free to deploy in the event of a side collision.


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WARNING


Hot Air Bag Inflators: Hot air bag inflators are dangerous. Immediately after inflation, the inflators in the steering wheel, dashboard, seatbacks, or the front and rear window pillars and along the roof edge are very hot. You could get burned. Don't touch the internal components of the air bag modules after the bags have inflated.


Installation of Front-End Equipment: Installation of front-end equipment, such as frontal protection bar (kangaroo bar, bull bar, push bar, etc.), snowplow, or winches, is dangerous. The air bag crash sensor system could be affected. This could cause air bags to inflate unexpectedly, or it could prevent the air bags from inflating during an accident. Front occupants could be seriously injured. Never install any front-end equipment to your vehicle.


Suspension Adjustment: Adjusting the vehicle suspension is dangerous. If the vehicle's height or the suspension is changed, the vehicle will be unable to accurately detect a collision resulting in incorrect or unexpected air bag deployment and the possibility of serious injuries.


Modification of the Supplemental Restraint System: Modifying the components or wiring of the supplemental restraint system is dangerous. You could accidentally activate it or make it inoperable. Don't make any modifications to the supplemental restraint system. This includes installing trim, badges, or anything else over the air bag modules. It also includes installing extra electrical equipment on or near system components or wiring. An Authorized Mazda Dealer can provide the special care needed in the removal and installation of front seats. It is important to protect the side and curtain air bag wiring and connections to assure that the bags do not accidentally deploy and that the seats retain an undamaged air bag connection.


Damaged Side and Curtain Air Bag Wiring under the Front Seats: Placing luggage or other objects under the front seats is dangerous. The side and curtain air bag wiring could be damaged, and in the event of a side collision, the side and curtain air bags may not deploy, which could result in death or serious injury. To prevent damage to the side and curtain air bag wiring, do not place luggage or other objects under the front seats.


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NOTE


l When an air bag deploys, a loud inflation noise can be heard and some smoke will be


released. Neither is likely to cause injury, however, the texture of the air bags may cause light skin injuries on body parts not covered with clothing through friction.


l Should you sell your Mazda, we urge you to tell the new owner of its air bag systems and that familiarization with all instructions about them, from the Owner's Manual, is important.


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Supplemental Restraint System Components


The supplemental restraint systems (SRS) have two basic subsystems: l The air bag system with inflators and air bags. l The electrical system with crash sensors and diagnostic module.


The air bags are mounted in the following locations: l The steering wheel hub l The front passenger dashboard l The outboard sides of the front seatbacks l The front and rear window pillars, and the roof edge along both sides The air bags are out of sight until activated.


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qFront Air Bag System Components


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(1)


(3)


(4)


(6)


(10)


(9)


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(8)


(6)


(5)


(1) Driver seat slide position sensor (page 2-46) (2) Front seats (3) Front dual stage inflators and air bags (4) Front air bag sensor (5) Front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light (page 2-46) (6) Front seat belt pretensioner and load limiting systems (page 2-16) (7) Front passenger seat weight sensors (page 2-46) (8) Front passenger seat weight sensor control module (9) Crash sensors and diagnostic module (SAS unit) (10) Driver and front passenger seat belt buckle switches (page 2-46)


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qSide and Curtain Air Bag System Components


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(1) Side and curtain inflators and air bags (2) Front seats (3) Crash sensors and diagnostic module (SAS unit) (4) Side crash sensor


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How the Air Bags Work


qHow the Front Air Bags Work When air bag crash sensors detect a frontal impact of greater than moderate force, an electrical current is sent to the inflators. Gases are produced to inflate the front air bags and after the inflation, the front air bags quickly deflate. The front air bags will function only once. After that, the front air bags will not work again and must be replaced. Only an Authorized Mazda Dealer can replace the system components.


The front, dual stage air bags control air bag inflation in two energy stages. During an impact of moderate severity the front air bags deploy with lesser energy, whereas during more severe impacts, they deploy with more energy. Deployment of the front air bags may differ between the driver and the front passenger depending on the driver seat position, front passenger weight and front seat belt usage, which allow for further controlling of the system.


The front air bags will deploy only in a frontal or frontal offset impact.


Driver seat slide position sensor Your vehicle is equipped with a driver seat slide position sensor as a part of the supplemental restraint system. The sensor is located under the driver seat. The sensor determines whether the driver seat is fore or aft of a reference position and sends the seat position to the crash sensors and diagnostic module (SAS unit). The sensor is also designed to control the deployment of the driver air bag depending on how close the driver seat is to the steering wheel.


The air bag/front seat belt pretensioner system warning light flashes if the sensor has a possible malfunction (page 2-54).


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Front passenger seat weight sensors Your vehicle is also equipped with the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light (page 2-32). These sensors are located under both of the front passenger seat rails. These sensors determine the total seated weight on the front passenger seat. The sensors are also designed to prevent the front passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner system from inflating if the total seated weight is less than approximately 30 kg (66 lb).


To reduce the chance of injuries caused by deployment of the front passenger air bag, the system deactivates the front passenger front and side air bags and also the seat belt pretensioner system when:


l There is no passenger in the front passenger seat. (The front passenger air bag


deactivation indicator light does not illuminate.)


l The total seated weight on the front passenger seat is less than approximately 30 kg (66


lb). (The front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates.)


This system shuts off the front passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner system, so make sure the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates according to the following table.


The air bag/front seat belt pretensioner system warning light flashes and the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates if the sensors have a possible malfunction. If this happens, the front passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner system will not deploy.


Front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light This indicator light illuminates to remind you that the front passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner will not deploy during a collision.


If the front passenger weight sensors are normal, the indicator light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. After about 6 seconds it goes out.


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The front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates or is off under the following conditions:


Total seated weight on the


front passenger seat


Front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light


Front passenger front and


side air bags


Empty (Not occupied)* Less than approx. 30 kg (66 lb) Approx. 42 kg (93 lb) or more


OFF


ON


OFF


OFF


OFF


ON


Front passenger seat


belt pretensioner


system OFF


OFF


ON


* If the front passenger seat belt is buckled, the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates,


however this does not indicate a malfunction.


If the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light does not illuminate when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and does not illuminate as indicated in the above chart, do not allow a child to sit in the front passenger seat and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. The system may not work properly in an accident.


WARNING


Decreasing the Total Seated Weight on the Front Passenger Seat: When an adult or large child sits on the front passenger seat, decreasing the total seated weight on the front passenger seat from the total seated weight of approximately 42 kg (93 lb) required for air bag deployment is dangerous. The front passenger seat weight sensors will detect the reduced total seated weight condition and the front passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner system will not deploy during an accident. The front passenger will not have the supplementary protection of the air bag, which could result in serious injury. Decreasing the total seated weight on the front passenger seat from the total seated weight of approximately 42 kg (93 lb) could result in an air bag not deploying under the following conditions, for example: l A rear passenger pushes up on the front passenger seat with the feet. l Luggage or other items placed under the front passenger seat or between the front


passenger seat and driver seat that push up the front passenger seat bottom.


l The front passenger seat occupant sits in a manner that does not place the entire


weight of the occupant on the seat such as by sitting too close to the door, grasping the assist grip or the rim of the moonroof and sitting with the seatback reclined too far.


l Any accessories which might decrease the total seated weight on the front


passenger seat are attached to the front passenger seat.


The front passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner systems will deactivate if the total seated weight on the front passenger seat is close to 30 kg (66 lb) and they will reactivate before the weight exceeds 42 kg (93 lb).


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WARNING


Increasing the Total Seated Weight on the Front Passenger Seat: When an infant or small child sits on the front passenger seat, increasing the total seated weight on the front passenger seat from the total seated weight of approximately 30 kg (66 lb) is dangerous. The front passenger seat weight sensors will detect the increased total seated weight, which could result in the unexpected deployment of the front passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner system in an accident and serious injury. Increasing the total seated weight on the front passenger seat beyond the total seated weight of approximately 30 kg (66 lb) could result in the front passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner system deployment in an accident under the following conditions, for example: l Luggage or other items are placed on the seat with the child in the child-restraint


system.


l A rear passenger or luggage push or pull down on the front passenger seatback. l A rear passenger steps on the front passenger seat rails with the feet. l Luggage or other items are placed on the seatback or hung on the assist grip, head


restraint.


l The seat is washed. l Liquids are spilled on the seat. l The front passenger seat is moved backward, pushing into luggage or other items


placed behind it.


l The front passenger seatback contacts the rear seat. l Luggage or other items are placed between the front passenger seat and driver seat. l Any accessories which might increase the total seated weight on the front passenger


seat are attached to the front passenger seat.


The front passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner systems will deactivate if the total seated weight on the front passenger seat is close to 30 kg (66 lb) and they will reactivate before the weight exceeds 42 kg (93 lb).


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CAUTION


l To assure proper deployment of the front air bag and to prevent damage to the sensors


in the front seat bottoms: l Do not place sharp objects on the front seat bottoms or leave heavy luggage on


them.


l Do not spill any liquids on the front seats or under the front seats.


l To allow the sensors to function properly, always perform the following:


l Adjust the front seats as far back as possible and always sit upright against the


seatbacks with seat belts worn properly. If you place your child on the front passenger seat, secure the child-restraint system properly and slide the front passenger seat as far back as possible (page 2-32).


NOTE


l The system requires about 10 seconds to alternate between turning the front passenger


front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner system on or off.


l The front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light may illuminate repeatedly if


luggage or other items are put on the front passenger seat, or if the temperature of the vehicle's interior changes suddenly.


l The front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light may illuminate for 10 seconds


if the total seated weight on the front passenger seat changes.


l If the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light does not illuminate after


installing a child-restraint system on the front passenger seat, install the child-restraint system on the rear seat and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.


Driver and front passenger buckle switches The buckle switches on the front seat belts detect whether or not the front seat belts are securely fastened and further control the deployment of the air bags.


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qHow the Side and Curtain Air Bags Work When air bag crash sensors detect a side impact of greater than moderate force, an electrical current is sent to the inflators. Gases are produced to inflate the side and curtain air bags and after the inflation, the side and curtain air bags quickly deflate. The side and curtain air bags will function only once. After that, the side and curtain air bags will not work again and must be replaced. Only an Authorized Mazda Dealer can replace the systems.


The side and curtain air bag will deploy only on the side the vehicle receives the force of the impact.


WARNING


Damaged Side and Curtain Air Bag Wiring under the Front Seats: Placing luggage or other objects under the front seats is dangerous. The side and curtain air bag wiring could be damaged, and in the event of a side collision, the side and curtain air bags may not deploy, which could result in death or serious injury. To prevent damage to the side and curtain air bag wiring, do not place luggage or other objects under the front seats.


qAir Bag Activation/Deactivation


NOTE


If the front passenger seat weight sensors detect a total seated weight on the front passenger seat is less than approximately 42 kg (93 lb), the front passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner may not inflate (page 2-46).


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Front air bag activation A greater than moderate impact will cause the front air bags to inflate in the following cases: l Hitting a solid wall straight on at


greater than about 22 km/h (14 mph).


l Hitting a curb, pavement edge or hard


object.


l Driving into a big hole or hitting the far


side of a hole.


Limitations to front air bag activation Depending on the severity of impact, the front air bags may not inflate in the following cases: l Impacts involving trees or poles cause severe cosmetic damage but may not have enough stopping force to activate the air bag.


l Landing hard or the vehicle falling.


l Frontal offset impact to the vehicle may not provide the stopping force necessary for air bag deployment.


l Frontal impact within about a 30
degree range from head-on to the vehicle.


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l Rear-ending or running under a truck's tail gate may not provide the stopping force necessary for air bag deployment.


Side and curtain air bag activation Greater than moderate impact to one side of the vehicle (driver or passenger side areas) will cause the side and curtain air bags on that side to inflate, but it will not normally deploy the front air bags.


Non-activation of front air bags Front air bags will not normally inflate in the following cases: l Collision from the rear.


l Impact to the side, but it may deploy


the side and curtain air bags.


Limitations to side and curtain air bag activation Depending on the severity of impact, the side and curtain air bags may not inflate in the following cases: l Frontal offset impact may not provide enough side impact to deploy the side and curtain air bags.


l Vehicle roll-over, may deploy the side


and curtain air bags but not the front air bags.


l Side impacts involving trees or poles


can cause severe cosmetic damage but may not have enough impact force to activate the side and curtain air bags.


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l Vehicle roll-over may not provide


enough side force to deploy the side and curtain air bags.


l Side impacts with two-wheeled


vehicles may not provide enough force to deploy the side and curtain air bags.


Non-activation of side and curtain air bag The side and curtain air bags will not normally inflate in the following cases: l Collision from the rear.


l Collision from the front, but it may


deploy the front air bags.


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qConstant Monitoring The following components of the air bag systems are monitored by a diagnostic system:


l SAS unit l Front air bag sensor l Air bag modules l Side crash sensors l Front seat belt pretensioners l Related wiring l Driver seat slide position sensor l Front passenger seat weight sensors l Driver and front passenger seat belt


buckle switches


The diagnostic module continuously monitors the system's readiness. This begins when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and continues while the vehicle is being driven.


qAir Bag/Front Seat Belt


Pretensioner System Warning Light


If the air bag/front seat belt pretensioner system is normal, the warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position or after the engine is cranked. After about 6 seconds it goes out.


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A system malfunction is indicated when the warning light constantly flashes, constantly illuminates or doesn't illuminate at all when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. If any of these occur, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. The system may not work in an accident.


l Front passenger air bag deactivation


indicator light does not illuminate when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position or does not illuminate as indicated in the chart. For more details about this indicator light and this chart, refer to “Front passenger seat weight sensors” (page 2-46).


WARNING


WARNING


Self-Servicing the Air Bag/ Pretensioner Systems: Self-servicing or tampering with the systems is dangerous. An air bag/ pretensioner could accidentally activate or become disabled. This could cause serious injuries. Never tamper with the systems and always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform all servicing and repairs.


qMaintenance The air bag systems do not require regular maintenance. But if any of the following occurs, take your vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible: l The air bag system warning light


flashes.


l The air bag system warning light


remains illuminated.


l The air bag system warning light does not illuminate when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. l The air bags have deployed.


Damaged Air Bag/Seat Belt Pretensioner System Components: Expended or damaged air bag or seat belt pretensioner units must be replaced after any collision which caused them to deploy or damage them. Only a trained Authorized Mazda Dealer can fully evaluate these systems to see that they will work in the next accident. Driving with an expended or damaged air bag or pretensioner units will provide you reduced protection in the next accident and you could be injured or killed.


Removing Interior Parts: Removing any components such as the front seats, front dashboard, the steering wheel or parts on the front and rear window pillars and along the roof edge, containing air bag parts or sensors is dangerous. These parts contain essential air bag components. The air bag could accidentally activate and cause serious injuries. Always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer remove these parts.


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WARNING


Air Bag Disposal: Improper disposal of an air bag or a vehicle with live air bags in it can be extremely dangerous. Unless all safety procedures are followed, injury can result. Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer how to safely dispose of an air bag or how to scrap an air bag equipped vehicle.


NOTE


If it becomes necessary to have the components or wiring system for the supplementary restraint system modified to accommodate a person with certain medical conditions in accordance with a certified physician, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer, refer to “Customer Assistance (U.S.A.)” (page 9-2).


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3 Knowing Your Mazda


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 ............................. 3-13
Warning and Beep Sounds ...................................................... 3-16
Setting Change (Function Customization) .............................. 3-18
User Mis-Operation Warning Indicators ................................. 3-19


Doors and Locks ......................................................................... 3-20
Keys ........................................................................................ 3-20
Keyless Entry System (with Retractable Type Key) ............... 3-21
Door Locks ............................................................................. 3-26
Trunk Lid ................................................................................ 3-29
Inside Trunk Release Lever ..................................................... 3-33
Power Windows ...................................................................... 3-34
Opening/Closing the Power Windows from Outside .............. 3-39
Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap ........................................................... 3-42
Hood ....................................................................................... 3-44
Moonroofí ............................................................................. 3-45


Security System ........................................................................... 3-47
Immobilizer System (with Advanced Key) ............................. 3-47
Immobilizer System (without Advanced Key) ........................ 3-50
Theft-Deterrent System ........................................................... 3-53


Steering Wheel and Mirrors ...................................................... 3-55
Steering Wheel ........................................................................ 3-55
Mirrors .................................................................................... 3-55


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Advanced Keysí


The advanced keyless functions (advanced keyless entry and start system) enables the following operations while the advanced key is being carried (page 3-7). l Locking/unlocking the doors and the trunk lid without operating the key. l Starting the engine without operating the key. The advanced key enables additional functions other than those with the advanced keyless functions (page 3-13). l The following operations are possible using the keyless entry system from a distance


(Lock/Unlock/Panic button): l Locking/unlocking the doors and the trunk lid. l Opening the power windows. l Turning on the alarm.


l Locking/unlocking the doors and the trunk lid, or starting the engine using the auxiliary


key.


WARNING


Keys and Children: Leaving children in a vehicle with the key is dangerous. This could result in someone being badly injured or even killed. These new kinds of keys are fascinating to children. They could play with power windows or other controls, or even make the vehicle move. Don't leave the keys in your vehicle with children and keep them in a place where your children will not find or play with them.


Use of Advanced Key Near Medical Equipment: 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


l The driver must carry the advanced key to ensure the system functions properly. l Refer to Immobilizer System (page 3-47) for information regarding keys and engine


starting.


l Refer to Theft-Deterrent System (page 3-53) for information regarding keys and the


prevention of vehicle and vehicle contents theft.


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Your Mazda has two kinds of keys.


Master key


Panic button


Lock button


Unlock button


Valet key


Auxiliary key


Operation indicator light


Here's what the keys are used for:


Key code number plate


Lock Operates


Master key


Valet key


Ignition switch and steering column lock


Driver's door Glove box Trunk lid


Yes Yes Yes Yes


Yes Yes No No


If you must leave your vehicle with another person, such as a parking attendant, protect items by locking the glove box, and trunk lid with the master key. Keep that key and give the other person only the valet key.


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


l Because the advanced key uses low-intensity radio waves, it may not function


correctly under the following conditions: l The advanced key is carried with communication devices such as cellular phones. l The advanced key contacts or is covered by a metal object. l The advanced key is near electronic devices such as personal computers. l Non-Mazda genuine electronic equipment is installed in the vehicle. l There is equipment which discharges radio waves near the vehicle.


If the vehicle is near equipment such as wireless pay devices installed at certain gas stations.


l 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.


l To avoid damage to the advanced key, DO NOT:


l Drop the advanced key. l Get the advanced key wet. l Disassemble the advanced key. l Expose the advanced key to high temperatures on places such as the dashboard or


hood, under direct sunlight.


l Place heavy objects on the advanced key. l Put the advanced key in an ultrasonic cleaner. l Put any magnetized objects close to the advanced key.


NOTE


l Battery life is about one year. Replace the battery when the KEY indicator light


(green) flashes in the instrument cluster. Refer to Advanced Key Dead Warning on page 3-17.


l 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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qAdvanced Key Maintenance


CAUTION


l Make sure the battery is installed


with the correct pole facing upward. Battery leakage could occur if it is not installed correctly.


l When replacing the battery, be


careful not to bend the electrical terminals or get oil on them. Also be careful not to get dirt in the transmitter as it could be damaged. l There is the danger of explosion if


the battery is not correctly replaced.


l Replace only with the same type battery (CR2025 or equivalent).


l Dispose of used batteries according


to the following instructions.


Insulate the plus and minus terminals of the battery using cellophane or equivalent tape.


l Never disassemble. l Never throw the battery into fire


or water.


l Never deform or crush.


The following conditions indicate that the battery power is low: l The KEY indicator light (green) flashes


in the instrument cluster when the engine is turned off.


l The system does not operate and the


operation indicator light does not flash when the buttons are pressed.


l The system's operational range is


reduced.


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.


Replacing the advanced key battery


1. Pull out the auxiliary key.


2. Release the cap using a flathead


screwdriver, then rotate and remove the cap.


Cap


CAUTION


Do not turn the cap excessively. The cap may be damaged.


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3. Insert a flathead screwdriver into the


crack and press the battery out.


4. Insert the new battery (CR2025 or equivalent) with the positive pole ( facing the (


) mark on the cap.


qService If you have a problem with the advanced keyless functions, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.


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.


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.


5. Rotate and close the cap.


Cap


6. Reinsert the auxiliary key.


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NOTE


The system may not operate if you are too close to the windows, door handles, or trunk lid.


Starting the engine The operational range for starting the engine includes nearly the entire cabin area except for the trunk.


Interior transmitter


Operational range


Operation Using Advanced Keyless Functions qOperational Range The system operates only when the driver is in the vehicle or within operational range while the advanced key is being carried.


NOTE


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 trunk lid The operational range for locking/ unlocking the doors is up to 80 cm (2.6 ft) from the center of the front door handles. The operational range for locking/ unlocking the trunk lid is up to 80 cm (2.6
ft) from the center of the trunk lid.


Exterior transmitter


Operational range


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qLocking, Unlocking with Request


Switch


All doors and the trunk lid can be locked/ unlocked by pressing the request switch on the front doors or the trunk lid while the advanced key is being carried. Front doors


Request switch


Trunk lid


Request switch


To lock To lock the doors and the trunk lid, press the request switch. A beep sound will be heard once and the hazard warning lights will flash once.


NOTE


l The trunk is out of the operational range, however, starting the engine may be possible.


l The engine may not start if the advanced key is placed in the following areas: l Around the dashboard


In the storage compartments such as the glove box


l On the rear parcel shelf


l 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. If the vehicle is started and the advanced key is not in the vehicle, the vehicle will not restart after it is shut off and the ignition switch is turned to the lock position.


l If the advanced key is detected


within operational range, the operation indicator light flashes momentarily.


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To unlock


Driver's door request switch 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 trunk lid, press the request switch again within 5
seconds and two more beep sounds will be heard.


Front passenger door/trunk lid request switch To unlock the doors and the trunk lid, press the request switch. A beep sound will be heard twice and the hazard warning lights will flash twice.


NOTE


l The request switch on the trunk lid


can also set so that it cannot be unlocked with the valet key, refer to Trunk Security (page 3-31).


l The request switch on the driver's


door can be used to close the power windows, refer to Opening/Closing Power Windows from Outside (page 3-39).


l Confirm that all doors and the trunk


lid are securely locked.


l All doors and the trunk lid cannot be


locked when any door or the trunk lid is open.


l A beep sound is heard for


confirmation when the doors and the trunk lid are locked/unlocked using the request switch. If your prefer, the beep sound can be turned off (page 3-18).


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NOTE


l The setting can be changed so that


the doors and the trunk lid are locked automatically without pressing the request switch. (Auto-lock function) A beep sound is heard when all doors and the trunk lid are closed while the advanced key is being carried. All doors and the trunk lid 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 trunk lid are locked automatically after about 30 seconds.) If you are out of the operational range before the doors and the trunk lid are completely closed, the auto- lock function will not work. Always make sure that all doors and the trunk lid are locked before leaving the vehicle (page 3-18). The auto-lock function does not close the power windows.


l After unlocking doors and the trunk lid by pressing the request switch, all doors and the trunk lid will automatically lock and the hazard warning light will flash if any of the following operations are not performed within about 30 seconds. l A door or the trunk lid is opened. l The auxiliary key is inserted into


the ignition switch.


l The start knob is pushed.


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NOTE


If turning the ignition switch is difficult, jiggle the steering wheel from side to side.


ACC(Accessory) The steering wheel unlocks and some electrical accessories will operate.


NOTE


The Advanced Keyless Entry System does not function in the ACC position, and the doors will not lock/unlock even if they have been locked manually or the advanced key is carried away from the vehicle.


ON This is the normal running position after the engine is started. The warning lights (except brakes) should be inspected before the engine is started (page 5-24).


NOTE


When the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, the sound of the fuel pump motor operating near the fuel tank can be heard. This does not indicate an abnormality.


START The engine is started in this position. It will crank until you release the start knob; then it returns to the ON position. The brake warning light can be checked after the engine is started (page 5-24).


qStarting the Engine Ignition Switch Positions Without a traditional key, some of the ignition switch functions are different.


Start knob


LOCK(Released) The steering wheel locks to help protect against theft.


LOCK(Depressed) The ignition switch can be turned to the ACC position when the KEY indicator light (green) illuminates in the instrument cluster.


WARNING


Not Setting the Parking Brake: Leaving the driver's seat without setting the parking brake is dangerous. Unexpected vehicle movement could occur if the parking brake is not set. This could cause an accident. Before leaving the driver's seat, always set the parking brake and make sure the shift lever is in 1 or R.


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Starting the Engine


NOTE


l Engine-starting is controlled by the


spark ignition system. This system meets all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio noise.


l The advanced key must be carried


because the advanced key carries an immobilizer chip that must communicate with the engine controls at short range.


l When starting the engine, be sure the start knob is securely attached before trying to operate it. If the knob becomes detached from the ignition switch, re-attach it by pushing it on to the ignition switch.


5. Depress the clutch pedal all the way


and shift into neutral. Keep the clutch pedal depressed while cranking the engine.


NOTE


The starter will not operate if the clutch pedal is not depressed all the way.


6. Push the start knob slowly all the way


in.


7. Verify that the KEY indicator light


(green) illuminates in the instrument cluster. The KEY warning light (red) means you cannot continue to start the engine (page 3-19).


1. Make sure the advanced key is being


carried.


2. Occupants should fasten their seat


belts.


3. Make sure the parking brake is on.


4. Depress the brake pedal.


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CAUTION


Don't try the starter for more than 10
seconds at a time. If the engine stalls or fails to start, wait 10 seconds before trying again. Otherwise, you may damage the starter and drain the battery.


10. After starting the engine, let it idle for


about 10 seconds.


NOTE


l In extremely cold weather, below _18° C (0° F), or after the vehicle has not been driven in several days, let the engine warm up without operating the accelerator.


l Whether the engine is cold or warm,


it should be started without use of the accelerator.


Turning off the engine


1. Turn the ignition switch from the ON


position to the ACC position.


NOTE


When the engine is turned off and the ignition switch it turned from the ACC position to the LOCK position, the KEY indicator light (green) flashes in the instrument cluster for about 30
seconds if the battery power of the advanced key is low. Replace the battery with a new one. Refer to Battery Replacement (page 3-6).


2. Push in the start knob from the ACC


position and turn it to the LOCK position.


NOTE


In the following cases, the KEY warning light (red) illuminates and the engine will not start. l The advanced key battery is dead. l The advanced key is out of


operational range.


l The advanced key is placed in areas where it is difficult for the system to detect the signal (page 3-7).


l A key from another manufacturer


similar to the advanced key is in the operational range.


8. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC position while pushing the start knob in.


9. Turn the ignition switch from the ACC


position to the START position and hold (up to 10 seconds at a time) until the engine starts.


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CAUTION


When leaving the vehicle, make sure the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position.


NOTE


l When turning the ignition switch to


the LOCK position, the ignition switch has to be pushed in from the ACC position and turned. Without being pushed in, the ignition switch stops at the ACC position and the vehicle battery may be discharged if the ignition switch is left in the ACC position. When leaving the vehicle, make sure the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position.


l If the vehicle is left with the ignition switch not in the LOCK position, a beep sound is heard and the indicator light flashes to notify the driver. Refer to Warning Beep (page 3-16).


Operation Using Advanced Key Functions qKeyless Entry System This system remotely locks and unlocks the doors and the trunk lid, and opens the power windows. It can also help you signal for attention. Press the button slowly and carefully.


NOTE


l The keyless entry system is designed


to operate up to about 2.5 m (8 ft) from the center of the vehicle, but this may vary due to local conditions.


l The system does not operate when


the ignition switch is not in the LOCK position or the start knob is pushed in.


l With the start knob installed in the LOCK position, the system is fully operational. If the ignition switch is not in the LOCK position or the start knob is pushed in, the system does not operate.


l All doors and the trunk lid cannot be


locked by pressing the lock button while any door or the trunk lid is open. The hazard warning lights will also not flash.


l If the transmitter does not operate


when 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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The operation indicator light flashes when the buttons are pressed.


Lock button To lock the doors and the trunk lid, press the lock button. A beep sound will be heard once and the hazard warning lights will flash once.


To confirm that all doors and the trunk lid have been locked, press the lock button again within 5 seconds. If they are closed and locked, the horn will sound.


NOTE


l All doors and the trunk lid cannot be


locked when any door or the trunk lid is open.


l Confirm that all doors and the trunk lid are locked visually or audibly by use of the double click.


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.


To unlock all doors and the trunk lid, press the unlock button again within 5
seconds and two more beep sounds will be heard.


NOTE


After unlocking with the transmitter, all doors and the trunk lid will automatically lock if one of the doors or the trunk lid is not opened within about 30 seconds.


Transmitter


Lock button


Unlock button


Panic button


NOTE


l (U.S.A.)


This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.


l (CANADA)


This device complies with RSS-210
of Industry CANADA. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.


NOTE


The unlock button can be used to open the power windows, but the lock button cannot be used to close the power windows. Refer to Opening/Closing Power Windows from Outside (page 3-39).


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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 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: l The horn sounds intermittently. l The hazard warning lights flash.


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.


qAuxiliary Key Function Use the auxiliary key stored in the advanced key in the event of a dead battery or malfunction.


Removing the auxiliary key Pull out the auxiliary key from the advanced key.


Locking, unlocking the doors The doors can be locked/unlocked using the auxiliary key, refer to Locking, Unlocking with Key (page 3-26).


Locking, unlocking the trunk lid The trunk lid can be locked/unlocked using the auxiliary key, refer to Locking, Unlocking with Key (page 3-29).


Starting the engine The engine can be started with the auxiliary key, refer to Starting the Engine (page 5-4).


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Warning and Beep Sounds qSystem Malfunction Warning Beep If any malfunction occurs in the advanced keyless function, the KEY warning light (red) in the instrument cluster illuminates continuously and beep sounds will be heard.


CAUTION


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 Ignition Switch (page 5-2).


qStart Knob Not in LOCK


Warning Beep


If the start knob is in the ACC position and the driver's door is opened, a continuous beep sound will be heard to notify the driver that the start knob has not been returned to the LOCK position. In this case, the keyless entry system does not operate.


qAdvanced Key Removed from


Vehicle Warning Beep


Under the following conditions, a beep will be heard 3 times and the KEY warning light (red) will flash continuously when the start knob has not been returned to the LOCK position 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: l The start knob has not been returned to the LOCK position, the driver's door is open, and the advanced key is removed from the vehicle. However the beep will be heard continuously when the start knob is in the ACC position and the door is open due to the activation of the warning beep indicating that the start knob is not in the LOCK position.


l The start knob has not been returned to


the LOCK position and all the doors are closed after removing the advanced key from the vehicle.


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.


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qEngine Start Not Permitted Warning Under the following conditions, the KEY warning light (red) flashes to inform the driver that the start knob will not rotate to the ACC position even if it is pushed in from the LOCK position. l The advanced key battery is dead. l The advanced key is not within


operational range.


l The advanced key is placed in areas where it is difficult for the system to detect the signal (page 3-7).


l A key from another manufacturer


similar to the advanced key is in the operational range.


qRequest Switch Inoperable


Warning Beep


Under the following conditions, if the request switch for a front door or the trunk lid is pressed while the advanced key is being carried, a beep will be heard 3 times to indicate that the front doors and the trunk lid cannot be locked. l There is a separate advanced key in the


vehicle.


l A door or the trunk lid is open (door


ajar included).


l The start knob has not been returned to


the LOCK position.


l The auxiliary key is inserted into the


ignition switch.


qAdvanced Key Battery Dead


Warning


When the start knob is returned to the ACC or LOCK position from the ON position, 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).


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 Setting Change (page 3-18).


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Setting Change (Function Customization)


The following function settings are possible. Settings can be changed for each registered advanced key. These settings can only be changed by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.


Setting


Function


Advanced key battery dead indicator Lock/unlock operation confirmation beep sound*1


Autolock function


KEY indicator light (green) flashes to indicate that the advanced key battery power is low. A beep sound is heard to confirm that all doors or the trunk lid have been locked/unlocked. When all doors and the trunk lid are closed and the advanced key is being carried and out of operational range, all doors and the trunk lid automatically lock after 3 seconds. (Even if the driver is in the operational range, all doors and the trunk lid are locked automatically after about 30 seconds.)


At Initial Setting


After Setting


Change


Activated


Deactivated


Activated


Deactivated


Deactivated


Activated


*1 : When the autolock function is operating, the warning sound will be heard regardless of the setting.


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User Mis-Operation Warning Indicators


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 3-16).


Warning condition


Check


When a door is open, a continuous beep sound will be heard. When a door is open, 3 beep sounds are heard, and the KEY warning light (red) in the instrument cluster flashes. When a door is closed, a beep sound is heard 3 times, and the KEY warning light (red) in the instrument cluster flashes.


When attempting to lock the doors, a beep sound is heard 3 times.


When the KEY indicator light (green) flashes in the instrument cluster.


When the KEY warning light (red) remains illuminated in the instrument cluster.


Check whether the start knob has been returned to the LOCK position.


Check whether the advanced key has been removed from the vehicle.


Check whether the advanced key has been removed from the vehicle.


Check whether the advanced key has been left in the vehicle. Check whether the start knob has been returned to the LOCK position. Check whether a door or the trunk lid 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. The advanced key is malfunctioning. 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.


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WARNING


Keys and Children: Leaving children in a vehicle with the key is dangerous. This could result in someone being badly injured or even killed. These new kinds of keys are fascinating to children. They could play with power windows or other controls, or even make the vehicle move. Don't leave the keys in your vehicle with children and keep them in a place where your children will not find or play with them.


NOTE


l If your vehicle is equipped with the


advanced key, refer to Advanced

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