Driving Your Mazda; Ignition Switch Positions; Ignition Switch- Page 96

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Driving Your Mazda

Form No. 8R29-EA-02I

Starting and Driving

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Ignition Switch Positions

LOCK

The steering wheel locks to protect 
against theft. Only in this position can the 
key be removed.

Manual transaxle

When turning the ignition switch to the 
LOCK position, push the key in at the 
ACC position.

Automatic transaxle

When turning the ignition switch to the 
LOCK position, keep the shift lever in P.

Ignition Switch

LOCK

Push the key

ACC

ON

Removing the Key:
It’s dangerous to remove the key from 
the ignition switch while the vehicle is 
moving. Removing the key allows the 
steering wheel to lock. You will lose 
steering control and a serious 
accident could occur.
Remove the key only when the vehicle 
is parked.

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 P with 
an automatic transaxle or in 1 or R 
with a manual transaxle.

LOCK

Shift lever
engaged in P
(park)

ACC

ON

WARNING

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