Keyless Entry System
This system remotely locks and unlocks the doors and the liftgate.
It can also help you signal for attention.
Press the buttons slowly and carefully.
CAUTION.
To avoid damage to the transmitter,
do not:
Drop the transmitter.
Get the transmitter wet.
Disassemble the transmitter.
Expose the transmitter to any kind
of magnetic field.
Expose the transmitter to high
temperatures on places such as
the dashboard or hood, under
direct sunlight.
NOTE.
- The keyless entry system is designed to operate up to about 2.5 m (8 ft) from the center of the vehicle, but this may vary due to local conditions.
- The system does not operate when the key is in the ignition switch.
- Doors and the liftgate can be locked by pressing the lock button while any other door or the liftgate is open. However, the hazard warning lights will not flash and the horn will not sound.
- If the transmitter does not operate when pressing a button or the operation range becomes too small, the battery may be dead. To install a new battery, refer to Maintenance.
- Additional transmitters can be obtained at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Up to 3 transmitters can be used with the keyless entry system per vehicle. Bring all transmitters to an Authorized Mazda Dealer when additional transmitters are required.
Transmitter
NOTE.
- (U.S.A.).
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
- (CANADA).
This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry CANADA. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
The operation indicator light flashes when the buttons are pressed.
Lock button
To lock the doors and the liftgate, press the lock button and the hazard warning lights will flash once.
To confirm that all doors and the liftgate have been locked, press the lock button again within 5 seconds. If they are closed and locked, the horn will sound and the hazard warning lights will flash once.
NOTE.
- Pressing the transmitter lock button to lock the doors while any door is open does not sound the horn.
- (Without theft-deterrent system) The hazard warning lights will flash once to indicate that all doors and the liftgate are locked.
- (With theft-deterrent system) The hazard warning lights only flash when the theft deterrent system is armed.
The hazard warning lights do not flash if all the doors and the liftgate are locked before the theft-deterrent system is properly armed.
Refer to the theft-deterrent system.
NOTE.
- All doors and the liftgate cannot be locked when the key is in the ignition switch.
- Confirm that all doors and the liftgate are locked visually or audibly by use of the double click.
Unlock button
To unlock the driver's door, press the unlock button and the hazard warning lights will flash twice.
To unlock all doors and the liftgate, press the unlock button again within 5 seconds and the hazard warning lights will flash twice.
NOTE.
(Without theft-deterrent system).
The hazard warning lights will flash twice to indicate that all doors and the liftgate are unlocked.
(With theft-deterrent system).
The hazard warning lights only flash when the theft deterrent system is turned off.
The hazard warning lights do not flash unless the theft deterrent system has been properly turned off.
Refer to the theft-deterrent system.
NOTE.
Auto re-lock function.
After unlocking with the transmitter, all doors and the liftgate will automatically lock if one of the doors or the liftgate is not opened within about 30 seconds.
Panic button
If you witness from a distance someone attempting to break into or damage your vehicle, pressing the panic button will activate the vehicle's alarm.
NOTE.
The panic button will work whether any door or the liftgate is open or closed.
Turning on the alarm
Pressing the panic button for 1 second or
more will trigger the alarm for about 2
minutes and 30 seconds, and the
following will occur:
- The horn sounds intermittently.
- The hazard warning lights flash.
Turning off the alarm
Press any button on the transmitter.
Transmitter Maintenance
If the buttons on the transmitter are inoperable and the operation indicator light does not flash, the battery may be dead.
Replace with a new battery before the transmitter becomes unusable.
CAUTION.
Install the battery with the positive
pole (+) facing down. Battery
leakage could occur if it is not
installed correctly.
When replacing the battery, be
careful not to bend the electrical
terminals or get oil on them. Also
be careful not to get dirt in the
transmitter as it could be
damaged.
There is the danger of explosion if
the battery is not correctly
replaced.
Replace only with the same type
battery (CR1620 or equivalent).
Dispose of used batteries
according to the following
instructions.
Insulate the plus and minus
terminals of the battery using
cellophane or equivalent tape.
Never disassemble.
Never throw the battery into
fire and/or water.
Never deform or crush.
Replacing the transmitter battery
1. Unfold the key.
2. Insert a screwdriver into the slot and push the tab to remove the key from the transmitter.
3. Insert a screwdriver into the slot and gently pry open the transmitter.
4. Remove the battery.
5. Put in the new battery (CR1620 or equivalent) with the positive pole (+
) facing down.
6. Align the front and back covers and snap the transmitter shut.
7. Install the key to the transmitter.
Service
If you have a problem with the keyless entry system, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
If your transmitter is lost or stolen, bring all remaining transmitters to an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible for a replacement and to make the lost or stolen transmitter inoperative.
CAUTION.
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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