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Knowing Your Mazda

Security System

Form No. 8Q44-EA-01K

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Maintenance

If you have a problem with the 
immobilizer system or the key, consult an 
Authorized Mazda Dealer.

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Modification and Add-On 
Equipment

Mazda cannot guarantee the system’s 
operation if the system has been modified 
or if any add-on equipment has been 
installed to it.

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To avoid damage to the key, do not:

• Drop the key.
• Get the key wet.
• Expose the key to any kind of 

magnetic field.

• Expose the key to high 

temperatures on places such as 
the dashboard or hood, under 
direct sunlight.

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When starting the engine, do not let 
the following materials touch the 
key grip. The engine may not start:

• Spare keys.
• Keys for other vehicles equipped 

with an immobilizer system.

• Metal objects that touch or pass 

through the hole in the key.

• Devices for electronic purchases, 

and security passage.

CAUTION

NOTE

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The keys carry a unique electronic 
code. For this reason, and to assure 
your safety, replacement keys 
require some waiting time to obtain. 
They are only available through an 
Authorized Mazda Dealer.

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Always keep a replacement key, in 
case one is lost. If a key is lost, 
contact 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.
Starting the vehicle with a key that 
has not been reset is not possible.

To avoid damage to your vehicle, do 
not modify the system or install any 
add-on equipment to it.

CAUTION

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