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Before Driving

Security System

NOTE

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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, consult 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.

 Operation

NOTE



  The engine may not start and security 

indicator light may illuminate or flash 

if the 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 compartment. Move the key 

to a location within the signal range, 

switch the ignition off, and then restart 

the engine.



  Signals from a TV or radio station, or 

from a transceiver or mobile telephone 

could interfere with your immobilizer 

system. If you are using the proper key 

and the engine fails to start, check the 

security indicator light.

Arming

The system is armed when the ignition is 

switched from ON to off.

The security indicator light in the 

instrument cluster flashes every 2 seconds 

until the system is disarmed.

Disarming

The system is disarmed when the 

ignition is switched ON with the correct 

programmed key. The security indicator 

light illuminates for about 3 seconds and 

then turns off. If the engine does not start 

with the correct key, and the security 

indicator light remains illuminated or 

flashing, try the following:

Make sure the key is within the 

operational range for signal transmission. 

Switch the ignition off, and then restart the 

engine. If the engine does not start after 

3 or more tries, contact an Authorized 

Mazda Dealer.

NOTE



  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.



  Because the electronic codes are 

reset when the immobilizer system 

is repaired, the keys are needed. 

Make sure to bring all the keys to an 

Authorized Mazda Dealer so that they 

can be programmed.

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