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Knowing Your Mazda

Security System

Form No. 8R09-EA-02G

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Maintenance

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

NOTE

•

If the warning light comes on and 
stays on when the ignition switch is 
turned to the ON position, the 
engine will not start.

•

Signals from a TV or radio station, 
or from a transceiver or a mobile 
telephone, could interfere with your 
immobilizer system. If you are 
using the proper key and your 
engine fails to start, check the 
warning light. If it is flashing, 
remove the ignition key and wait 2 
seconds or more, then reinsert it and 
try starting the engine again. If it 
doesn’t start after 3 or more tries, 
contact an Authorized Mazda 
Dealer.

•

If the warning light flashes 
continuously while you are driving, 
don’t shut off the engine. Go to an 
Authorized Mazda Dealer and have 
it checked. If you shut off the 
engine while the light is flashing 
you won’t be able to restart it.

•

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.

•

When starting the engine, do not let 
the following materials touch or 
come near 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.

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