immobilizer MAZDA MODEL 3 4-DOOR 2017 Owners 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
Security System
Modification and Add-On
Equipment
Mazda cannot guarantee the immobilizer
and the theft-deterrent systems' operation
if the system has been modified or if any
add-on equipment has been installed.
CAUTION
To avoid damage to the vehicle, do
not modify the system or install any
add-on equipment to the immobilizer
and the theft-deterrent systems or the
vehicle.
Immobilizer System
The immobilizer system allows the
engine to start only with a key the system
recognizes.
If someone attempts to start the engine
with an unrecognized key, the engine
will not start, thereby helping to prevent
vehicle theft.
If you have a problem with the
immobilizer system or the key, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
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.
 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.
 If the engine does not start with the
correct key, and the security indicator
light keeps illuminating or flashing, the
system may have a malfunction. Consult
an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
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Before Driving
Security System
NOTE
 The keys carry a unique electronic code.
For this reason, and to assure your
safety, obtaining a replacement key
requires some waiting time. They are
only available through an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
 Always keep a spare key in case one
is lost. If a key is lost, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible.
 If you lose a key, an Authorized Mazda
Dealer will reset the electronic codes of
your remaining keys and immobilizer
system. Bring all the remaining keys to
an Authorized Mazda Dealer to reset.
Starting the vehicle with a key that has
not been reset is not possible.
Operation
NOTE
 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.
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.
NOTE
 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 electr onic 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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4–5
When Driving
Start/Stop Engine
ACC (Accessory)
Some electrical accessories will operate
and the indicator light (amber) illuminates.
NOTE
The keyless entry system does not function
while the push button start has been
pressed to ACC, and the doors will not
lock/unlock even if they have been locked
manually.
ON
This is the normal running position after
the engine is started. The indicator light
(amber) turns off. (The indicator light
(amber) illuminates when the ignition
is switched ON and the engine is not
running.)
Some indicator lights/warning lights
should be inspected before the engine is
started (page
4-23).
NOTE
When the push button start is pressed to
ON, the sound of the fuel pump motor
operating near the fuel tank can be heard.
This does not indicate an abnormality.
Starting the Engine
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.
NOTE
 The key must be carried because the key
carries an immobilizer chip that must
communicate with the engine controls at
short range.
 The engine can be started when the push
button start is pressed from off, ACC, or ON.
 The push button start system functions
(function which can start the engine by
only carrying the key) 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 push button start system functions
have 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. After starting a cold engine, the engine
speed increases and a whining sound from
the engine compartment can be heard.
This is for improved exhaust gas purification
and does not indicate any parts defect.
 Engine-starting is controlled by the
spark ignition system.
This system meets all Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Standard
requirements regulating the impulse
electrical field strength of radio noise.
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When Driving
Start/Stop Engine
7. Press the push button start after both
the KEY indicator light (green) in the
instrument cluster and the push button
start indicator light (green) illuminate.
NOTE
 After starting the engine, the push
button start indicator light (amber)
turns off and the ignition switches to the
ON position.
 After pressing the push button start and
before the engine starts, the operation
sound of the fuel pump motor from near
the fuel tank can be heard, however, this
does not indicate a malfunction.
8. After starting the engine, let it idle for
about ten seconds.
NOTE
 Whether the engine is cold or warm, it
should be started without the use of the
accelerator.
 If the engine does not start the first
time, refer to Starting a Flooded Engine
under Emergency Starting. If the engine
still does not start, have your vehicle
inspected by an Authorized Mazda
Dealer (page
7-19).
Engine Start Function When Key
Battery is Dead
CAUTION
When starting the engine by holding
the transmitter over the push button
start due to a dead key battery or a
malfunctioning key, be careful not
to allow the following, otherwise the
signal from the key will not be received
correctly and the engine may not start.
 Metal parts of other keys or metal
objects touch the key.

 Spare keys or keys for other vehicles
equipped with an immobilizer
system touch or come near the key.

 Devices for electronic purchases,
or security passage touch or come
near the key.
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Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
Declaration of Conformity
Declaration of Conformity
Keyless Entry System/Immobilizer System
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10–5
I
i-ACTIVSENSE ..................................4-81
Active safety technology
...............4-81
Adaptive Front Lighting System
(AFS)
.............................................4-84
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
......4-88
Camera and sensors
.......................4-82
Distance Recognition Support System
(DRSS)
........................................4-101
Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) ...4-136
High Beam Control System
(HBC)
............................................4-85
Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) &
Lane Departure Warning System
(LDWS)
.......................................4-117
Mazda Radar Cruise Control
(MRCC) ....................................... 4-107
Pre-crash safety technology
..........4-82
Radar sensor (front) .....................4-141
Radar sensors (rear) .....................4-144
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
(RCTA)
........................................4-103
Smart Brake Support (SBS)
........4-133
Smart City Brake Support
(SCBS)
........................................4-128
Traffic Sign Recognition System
(TSR)
.............................................4-94
i-ELOOP
.............................................4-72
Control status display
....................4-74
Display
..........................................4-72
i-ELOOP indicator light
................4-74
i-ELOOP warning beep
.......................7-41
If a Warning Light Turns On or
Flashes................................................. 7-25
If the Active Driving Display does not
operate
.................................................7-46
Ignition Switch
..............................................4-4
Ignition not switched off (STOP) warning
beep
.....................................................7-40
Immobilizer System
............................3-42 Indicator Lights
...................................4-26
Low engine coolant temperature
...4-28
Wrench
..........................................4-28
Inside Trunk Release Lever
................3-26
Inspecting Brake/Clutch Fluid Level ...6-30
Inspecting Coolant Level
....................6-28
Inspecting Engine Oil Level
...............6-28
Inspecting Washer Fluid Level ............6-30
Interior Care
........................................6-72
Active driving display
maintenance ................................... 6-74
Cleaning the floor mats
.................6-75
Cleaning the window interiors
......6-75
Instrument panel top (Soft pad)
maintenance ................................... 6-74
Leather upholstery maintenance
...6-73
Panel maintenance
.........................6-75
Plastic part maintenance
................6-74
Seat belt maintenance
....................6-73
Upholstery and synthetic leather
maintenance ................................... 6-73
Vinyl upholstery maintenance
.......6-73
Interior Lights
...................................5-111
Luggage Compartment Light
......5-111
Map Lights
..................................5-111
Overhead Lights
..........................5-111
J
Jack .......................................................7-4
Jump-Starting
......................................7-16
Index
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R
Radar Sensor (Front) .........................4-141
Radar Sensors (Rear)
........................4-144
Rear Coat Hooks
...............................5-119
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
......4-103
Rear Door Child Safety Locks
............3-21
Rear Seat
...............................................2-8
Rear View Monitor ............................4-155
Displayable range on the screen ...4-157
Picture quality adjustment
...........4-162
Rear view monitor operation
.......4-158
Rear view parking camera
location
........................................4-156
Switching to the rear view monitor
display
.........................................4-156
Variance between actual road
conditions and displayed Image
...4-160
Viewing the display
.....................4-158
Rear Window Defogger
......................4-54
Rear Window Washer
..........................4-53
Rear Window Wiper
............................4-53
Rearview Mirror
..................................3-35
Recommended Oil
..............................6-25
Recording of Vehicle Data
..................8-22
Recreational Towing
...........................3-53
Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign
Country
...............................................8-18
Replacement Fuse
...............................................6-60
Key battery
....................................6-38
Light Bulbs
....................................6-45
Tires
...............................................6-43
Wheel
............................................6-44
Wiper
.............................................6-32
Rocking the Vehicle
............................3-48
S
SRS Air Bags Front passenger occupant classification
system
............................................2-57
How the SRS air bags work
..........2-50
Limitations to SRS air bag
............2-55
Monitoring ..................................... 2-62
SRS air bag deployment criteria
...2-54
Supplemental restraint system
components
...................................2-48
Safety Defects, Reporting
...................8-14
Satellite Radio
.....................................5-45
Saving Fuel and Protection of the
Environment
........................................3-46
Scheduled Maintenance
........................6-4
Seat Belt System 3-point type
...................................2-17
Automatic locking
.........................2-16
Emergency locking
........................2-16
Extender
........................................2-20
Pregnant women
............................2-16
Seat belt warning beep
........................7-40
Seats Front seat
.........................................2-5
Head restraint
................................2-12
Rear seat
..........................................2-8
Seat warmer
.....................................2-7
Security System Immobilizer system
.......................3-42
Theft-deterrent system
..................3-44
Smart Brake Support (SBS)
..............4-133
Collision warning
........................4-135
Smart Brake Support (SBS) indicator
light (red)
.....................................4-135
Stopping the Smart Brake Support
(SBS) system operation
...............4-135
Smart City Brake Support (SCBS)
...4-128
Collision warning
........................4-131
Smart City Brake Support (SCBS)
Indicator Light (Red) ...................4-131
Stopping the Smart City Brake Support
(SCBS) System Operation ...........4-131
Index
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