lock MAZDA MODEL 3 4-DOOR 2017 Owner's Manual

3–1*Some models.
3Before Driving
Use of various features, including keys, doors, mirrors and windows.
Keys ......................................................3-2
Keys ...............................................3-2
Keyless Entry System ....................3-3
Advanced Keyless Entry System .....3-10
Advanced Keyless Entry
System* .........................................3-10
Operational Range .......................3-11
Doors and Locks ................................3-12
Door Locks ...................................3-12
Liftgate/Trunk Lid ........................3-21
Inside Trunk Release Lever
(4-Door)* ......................................3-26
Fuel and Emission .............................3-28
Fuel and Engine Exhaust
Precautions
...................................3-28
Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap ................3-31
Steering Wheel ...................................3-33
Steering Wheel .............................3-33
Mirrors ...............................................3-34
Mirrors .........................................3-34
Windows .............................................3-37
Power Windows ...........................3-37
Moonroof * ...................................3-40
Security System .................................3-42
Modification and Add-On
Equipment
....................................3-42
Immobilizer System .....................3-42
Theft-Deterrent System* ...............3-44
Driving Tips .......................................3-46
Break-In Period ............................3-46
Saving Fuel and Protection of the
Environment
.................................3-46
Hazardous Driving .......................3-47
Floor Mat .....................................3-47
Rocking the Vehicle .....................3-48
Winter Driving .............................3-49
Driving In Flooded Area ..............3-51
Overloading ..................................3-51
Driving on Uneven Road .............3-52
Towing ................................................3-53
Trailer Towing ..............................3-53
Recreational Towing ....................3-53
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Before Driving
Keys
A code number is stamped on the plate
attached to the key set; detach this plate
and store it in a safe place (not in the
vehicle) for use if you need to make a
replacement key (auxiliary key).
Also write down the code number and
keep it in a separate safe and convenient
place, but not in the vehicle.
If your key (auxiliary key) is lost, consult
your Authorized Mazda Dealer and have
your code number ready.
NOTE
The driver must carry the key to ensure the
system functions properly.
Auxiliary key
Transmitter
Ke y code number plate
To use the auxiliary key, pull out the
auxiliary key from the transmitter while
pressing the knob.
Knob
Keyless Entry System
This system uses the key buttons to
remotely lock and unlock the doors and
the liftgate/trunk lid, and opens the trunk
lid.
The system can start the engine without
having to take the key out of your purse or
pocket.
It can also help you signal for attention or
help.
Operating the theft-deterrent system is
also possible on theft-deterrent system-
equipped vehicles.
System malfunctions or warnings are
indicated by the following warning lights
or beeps.
ï‚Ÿ KEY Warning Light (Red)
Refer to Warning/Indicator Lights on
page 4-23.ï‚Ÿ Ignition Not Switched Of f (STOP)
Warning Beep
Refer to Ignition Not Switched Of f
(STOP) Warning Beep on page 7-40.ï‚Ÿ Key Removed from Vehicle Warning
Beep
Refer to Key Removed from Vehicle
Warning Beep on page 7-40.
If you have a problem with the key,
consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
If your key is lost or stolen, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible for a replacement and to make the
lost or stolen key inoperative.
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3–4
Before Driving
Keys
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.
NOTE
ï‚Ÿ The keyless entry system operation may
vary due to local conditions.ï‚Ÿ The keyless entry system is fully
operational (door/liftgate/trunk lid lock/
unlock) when the ignition is switched
off. The system does not operate if the
ignition is switched to any position
other than off.
ï‚Ÿ If the key does not operate when
pressing a button or the operational
range becomes too small, the battery
may be weak. To install a new battery,
refer to Key Battery Replacement (page
6-38).ï‚Ÿ Battery life is about one year. Replace
the battery with a new one if the KEY
indicator light (green) flashes in the
instrument cluster. Replacing the battery
about once a year is recommended
because the KEY warning light/
indicator light may not illuminate or
flash depending on the rate of battery
depletion.
ï‚Ÿ Additional keys can be obtained at
an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Up to
6 keys can be used with the keyless
functions per vehicle. Bring all keys
to an Authorized Mazda Dealer when
additional keys are required.
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Before Driving
Keys
Transmitter
Operation buttons
Operation indicator light
NOTE
ï‚Ÿ (With theft-deterrent system)
The hazard warning lights flash when
the theft-deterrent system is armed or
turned off.
Refer to Theft-Deterrent System on page
3-44.
ï‚Ÿ (With the advanced keyless function)
A beep sound can be heard for
confirmation when the doors and the
liftgate/trunk lid are locked/unlocked
using the key. If you prefer, the beep
sound can be turned off.
The volume of the beep sound can also
be changed.
Refer to Personalization Featur es on
page 9-12.
Use the following procedure to change
the setting.
1. Switch the ignition off and close all
of the doors and the liftgate/trunk
lid.
2. Open the driver's door .
3. Within 30 seconds of opening the
driver's door, press and hold the
LOCK button on the key for 5
seconds or longer.
All of the doors and the liftgate/
trunk lid lock and the beep sound
activates at the currently set volume.
The setting changes each time the
LOCK button on the key is pressed
and the beep sound activates at the
set volume. (If the beep sound has
been set to not activate, it will not
activate.)
4. The setting change is completed by
doing any one of the following:
ï‚Ÿ Switching the ignition to ACC or
ON.ï‚Ÿ Closing the driver's door.ï‚Ÿ Opening the liftgate/trunk lid.ï‚Ÿ Not operating the key for 10
seconds.ï‚Ÿ Pressing any button except the
LOCK button on the key.ï‚Ÿ Pressing a request switch.
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Keys
The operation indicator light flashes when
the buttons are pressed.
Lock button
To lock the doors and the liftgate/trunk
lid, press the lock button and the hazard
warning lights will flash once.
(With the advanced keyless function)
A beep sound will be heard once.
To confirm that all doors and the liftgate/
trunk lid have been locked, press the lock
button again within 5 seconds. If they are
closed and locked, the horn will sound.
NOTE
ï‚Ÿ The doors and the liftgate/trunk lid can
be locked by pressing the lock button
while any other door or the liftgate/
trunk lid is open. The hazard warning
lights will not flash.
When the lock button is pressed while
any door is open and then the door is
closed, all the doors and the liftgate/
trunk lid are locked.
ï‚Ÿ Confirm that all doors and the liftgate/
trunk lid are locked visually or audibly
by use of the double click.
ï‚Ÿ Make sure all doors and the liftgate/
trunk lid are locked after pressing the
button.
ï‚Ÿ (With theft-deterrent system)
When the doors are locked by pressing
the lock button on the key while the
theft-deterrent system is armed, the
hazard warning lights will flash once to
indicate that the system is armed.
Unlock button
To unlock the driver's door, press the
unlock button and the hazard warning
lights will flash twice.
(With the advanced keyless function)
A beep sound will be heard twice.
To unlock all doors and the liftgate/trunk
lid, press the unlock button again within
3 seconds and two more beep sounds will
be heard.
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Keys
NOTE
ï‚Ÿ The system can be set to unlock all
doors by performing a single operation.
Refer to Personalization Features on
page 9-12.
Use the following procedure to change
the setting.
1. Switch the ignition off and close all
of the doors and the liftgate/trunk
lid.
2. Open the driver's door .
3. Within 30 seconds of opening the
driver's door, press and hold the
UNLOCK button on the key for 5
seconds or longer (the sound of
the doors locking/unlocking can be
heard).
After this, the system switches the
setting each time the UNLOCK
button is pressed (the sound of the
doors locking/unlocking can be
heard).
4. The setting change is completed by
doing any one of the following:
ï‚Ÿ Switching the ignition to ACC or
ON.ï‚Ÿ Closing the driver's door.ï‚Ÿ Opening the liftgate/trunk lid.ï‚Ÿ Not operating the key for 10
seconds.ï‚Ÿ Pressing any button except the
UNLOCK button on the key.ï‚Ÿ Pressing a request switch.
ï‚Ÿ (Auto re-lock function)
After unlocking with the key , all
doors and the liftgate/trunk lid will
automatically lock if any of the
following operations are not performed
within about 60 seconds. If your
vehicle has a theft-deterrent system,
the hazard warning lights will flash for
confirmation.
The time required for the doors to lock
automatically can be changed.
Refer to Personalization Featur es on
page 9-12.
ï‚Ÿ A door or the liftgate/trunk lid is
opened.ï‚Ÿ The ignition is switched to any
position other than off.
ï‚Ÿ (With theft-deterrent system)
When the doors are unlocked by
pressing the unlock button on the key
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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3–9
Before Driving
Keys
Without the advanced keyless function
Operational range
Interior antenna
NOTE
The engine may not start if the key is
placed in the following areas:
ï‚Ÿ Around the dashboardï‚Ÿ In the storage compartments such as
the glove compartment or the center
console
 On the rear parcel shelf (4–door)
Key Suspend Function
If a key is left in the vehicle, the
functions of the key left in the vehicle are
temporarily suspended to prevent theft of
the vehicle.
To restore the functions, press the unlock
button on the functions-suspended key in
the vehicle.
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Before Driving
Advanced Keyless Entry System
*Some models.
Advanced Keyless Entry
System*
WARNING
Radio waves from the key may affect
medical devices such as pacemakers:Before using the key near people who
use medical devices, ask the medical
device manufacturer or your physician
if radio waves from the key will affect
the device.
The advanced keyless function allows you
to lock/unlock the door and the liftgate, or
open the liftgate/trunk lid while carrying
the key.
System malfunctions or warnings are
indicated by the following warning beeps.
ï‚Ÿ Request switch Inoperable Warning
Beep
Refer to Request Switch Inoperable
Warning Beep (With the advanced
keyless function) on page
7-40.ï‚Ÿ Key Left-in-luggage Compartment/
Trunk Warning Beep
Refer to Key Left-in-luggage
Compartment Warning Beep (With the
advanced keyless function) on page
7-41.ï‚Ÿ Key Left-in-vehicle Warning Beep
Refer to Key Left-in-vehicle Warning
Beep (With the advanced keyless
function) on page
7-41.
NOTE
The advanced keyless entry system
functions can be deactivated to prevent
any possible adverse effect on a user
wearing a pacemaker or other medical
device. If the system is deactivated, you
will be unable to start the engine by
carrying the key. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer for details. If the advanced
keyless entry system has been deactivated,
you can start the engine by following the
procedure indicated when the key battery
goes dead.
Refer to Engine Start Function When Key
Battery is Dead on page
4-8.
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Advanced Keyless Entry System
Operational Range
The system operates only when the driver
is in the vehicle or within operational
range while the key is being carried.
NOTE
When the battery power is low, or in
places where there are high-intensity radio
waves or noise, the operational range
may become narrower or the system may
not operate. For determining battery
replacement, Refer to Keyless Entry
System on page
3-3.
Locking, Unlocking the Doors and
the Liftgate/Trunk Lid
Exterior antennaLocking only
(5-door)
Operational range 80cm (31in)
80cm (31in)
NOTE
ï‚Ÿ The system may not operate if you
are too close to the windows or door
handles, or liftgate.
ï‚Ÿ If the key is left in the following ar
eas
and you leave the vehicle, the doors
may be locked depending on the radio
wave conditions even if the key is left in
the vehicle.
ï‚Ÿ Around the dashboardï‚Ÿ In the storage compartments such as
the glove compartment or the center
console
ï‚Ÿ Next to a communication device such
as a mobile phone
Opening the Liftgate/Trunk Lid
Exterior antenna
Operational range80cm (31in)
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Before Driving
Doors and Locks
Door Locks
WARNING
Always take all children and pets with
you or leave a responsible person with
them:Leaving a child or a pet unattended in
a parked vehicle is dangerous. In hot
weather, temperatures inside a vehicle
can become high enough to cause
brain damage or even death.
Do not leave the key in your vehicle with
children and keep them in a place where
your children will not find or play with
them: Leaving children in a vehicle with the
key is dangerous. This could result in
someone being badly injured or even
killed.
Keep all doors locked when driving: Unlocked doors in a moving vehicle
are dangerous. Passengers can fall out
if a door is accidentally opened and
can more easily be thrown out in an
accident.
Always close all the windows and
moonroof, lock the doors and the
liftgate/trunk lid and take the key
with you when leaving your vehicle
unattended: Leaving your vehicle unlocked is
dangerous as children could lock
themselves in a hot vehicle, which
could result in death. Also, a vehicle left
unlocked becomes an easy target for
thieves and intruders. After closing the doors and the liftgate/
trunk lid, always verify that they are
securely closed:
Doors and the liftgate/trunk lid not
securely closed are dangerous, if the
vehicle is driven with a door and the
liftgate/trunk lid not securely closed,
the door and the liftgate/trunk lid
could open unexpectedly resulting in
an accident.
Always confirm the safety around the
vehicle before opening a door and the
liftgate/trunk lid: Suddenly opening a door and the
liftgate/trunk lid is dangerous. A
passing vehicle or a pedestrian could
be hit and cause an accident.
CAUTION
Always confirm the conditions around
the vehicle before opening/closing the
doors and the liftgate/trunk lid and use
caution during strong winds or when
parked on an incline. Not being aware
of the conditions around the vehicle is
dangerous because fingers could get
caught in the door and the liftgate/
trunk lid or a passing pedestrian could
be hit, resulting in an unexpected
accident or injury.
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