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Before Driving

Security System

Modification and Add-On 

Equipment

Mazda cannot guarantee the immobilizer 

and the theft-deterrent systems' operation 

if the system has been modified or if any 

add-on equipment has been installed.

CAUTION

To avoid damage to the vehicle, do 

not modify the system or install any 

add-on equipment to the immobilizer 

and the theft-deterrent systems or the 

vehicle.

Immobilizer System

The 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 

vehicle theft.

If you have a problem with the 

immobilizer system or the key, consult an 

Authorized Mazda Dealer.

CAUTION

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  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.

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  To avoid damage to the key, do not:

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  Drop the key.

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  Get the key wet.

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  Expose the key to any kind of 

magnetic field.

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  Expose the key to high temperatures 

on places such as the dashboard or 

hood, under direct sunlight.

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  If the engine does not start with the 

correct key, and the security indicator 

light keeps illuminating or flashing, the 

system may have a malfunction. Consult 

an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

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