Security System

Modification and Add-On Equipment

Immobilizer System

Operation

The engine may not start and security indicator light may illuminate or flash if the key is placed in an area where it is difficult for the system to detect the signal, such as on the dashboard or in the glove compartment. Move the key to a location within the signal range, switch the ignition off, and then restart the engine.
Signals from a TV or radio station, or from a transceiver or mobile telephone could interfere with your immobilizer system. If you are using the proper key and the engine fails to start, check the security indicator light.

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Arming

The system is armed when the ignition is switched from ON to off.

The security indicator light in the instrument cluster flashes every 2 seconds until the system is disarmed.

Disarming

The system is disarmed when the ignition is switched ON with the correct programmed key. The security indicator light illuminates for about 3 seconds and then turns off. If the engine does not start with the correct key, and the security indicator light remains illuminated or flashing, try the following:

Make sure the key is within the operational range for signal transmission. Switch the ignition off, and then restart the engine. If the engine does not start after 3 or more tries, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

If the security indicator light flashes continuously while you are driving, do not shut off the engine. Go to an Authorized Mazda Dealer and have it checked. If the engine is shut off while the indicator light is flashing, you will not be able to restart it.
Because the electronic codes are reset when the immobilizer system is repaired, the keys are needed. Make sure to bring all the keys to an Authorized Mazda Dealer so that they can be programmed.

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Theft-Deterrent System (Some Models)

To Turn Off an Armed System

An armed system can be turned off using any one of the following methods:

Pressing the unlock button on the transmitter.
Starting the engine with the push button start.
(With the advanced keyless function)
- Pressing a request switch on the doors.

The hazard warning lights will flash twice.

When the doors are unlocked by pressing the unlock button on the transmitter while the theft-deterrent system is turned off, the hazard warning lights will flash twice to indicate that the system is turned off.

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To Stop the Alarm

A triggered alarm can be turned off using any one of the following methods:

Pressing the unlock button on the transmitter.
Starting the engine with the push button start.
(With the advanced keyless function)
- Pressing a request switch on the doors.
- Pressing the electric liftgate opener while the key is being carried.
- Pressing the power liftgate button on the transmitter.

The hazard warning lights will flash twice.