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Before Driving

Keys

   NOTE

y

  The keyless entry system operation may 

vary due to local conditions.

y

  The keyless entry system is fully 

operational (door/liftgate lock/unlock) 

when the ignition is switched off. The 

system does not operate if the ignition is 

switched to any position other than off.

y

  If the key does not operate when 

pressing a button or the operational 

range becomes too small, the battery 

may be weak. To install a new battery, 

refer to Key Battery Replacement (page 

 6-39 ).

y

  Battery life is about one year. Replace 

the battery with a new one if the KEY 

indicator light (green) 

À

 ashes in the 

instrument cluster. Replacing the battery 

about once a year is recommended 

because the KEY warning light/

indicator light may not illuminate or 

À

 ash depending on the rate of battery 

depletion.

y

  Additional keys can be obtained at 

an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Up to 

6 keys can be used with the keyless 

functions per vehicle. Bring all keys 

to an Authorized Mazda Dealer when 

additional keys are required.

         Transmitter

Operation buttons

Operation indicator light

   NOTE

y

  The headlights turn on/off by operating 

the transmitter. Refer to Leaving Home 

Light System on page  4-45 .

y

  (With theft-deterrent system) 

  The hazard warning lights 

À

 ash when 

the theft-deterrent system is armed or 

turned off.

  Refer to Theft-Deterrent System on page 

 3-37 .

y

  (With the advanced keyless function) 

  A beep sound can be heard for 

con

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 rmation when the doors and 

liftgate are locked/unlocked using the 

key. If you prefer, the beep sound can be 

turned off.

  The volume of the beep sound can also 

be changed.

  Refer to Personalization Features on 

page   9-10 .

  Use the following procedure to change 

the setting.

   1. Switch the ignition off and close all of 

the doors and the liftgate.

   2. Open  the  driver's  door.