Before Driving; Security System- Page 116

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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.

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  Always keep a spare key in case one 

is lost. If a key is lost, consult an 
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as 
possible.

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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.

 Operation

     NOTE

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  The engine may not start and security 

indicator light may illuminate or fl ash 
if the key is placed in an area where it 
is diffi cult 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.

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  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 push button 
start is pressed from ON to off.
  The security indicator light in the 
instrument cluster fl ashes 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 
fl ashing, 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

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  If the security indicator light fl ashes 

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 fl ashing, you will 
not be able to restart it.

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  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.