dead battery MAZDA MODEL 6 SPORT WAGON 2006 Owners Manual

Black plate (82,1)
NOTE
lThe 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.
lThe system doesn't operate when the
key is in the ignition switch.
lDoors and the hatch/liftgate cannot
be locked by pressing the lock button
while any other door or the hatch/
liftgate/trunk lid is open. Also, the
hazard warning lights will not flash.
lIf 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
(page 3-6).
lAdditional 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
the electronic codes need to be reset.
qTransmitter
Sedan
Lock button
Unlock button
Trunk button Panic button
Operation
indicator light
5-Door/Sport Wagon
Lock button
Unlock button
Panic button
Operation
indicator light
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Black plate (84,1)
NOTE
(Without theft-deterrent system)
The hazard warning lights will flash
twice to indicate that all doors and the
hatch/liftgate are unlocked.
(With theft-deterrent system)
lThe hazard warning lights will not
flash.
lThe hazard warning lights only flash
when the theft deterrent system is
turned off, refer to the theft-deterrent
system (page 3-39).
NOTE
After unlocking with the transmitter, all
doors and the hatch/liftgate will
automatically lock if one of the doors or
the hatch/liftgate/trunk lid is not opened
within about 30 seconds.
Trunk button
To open the trunk, press and hold the
trunk button until the trunk lid opens.
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 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:
lThe horn sounds intermittently.
lThe hazard warning lights flash.
Turning off the alarm
Press any button on the transmitter.
q 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.
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Black plate (90,1)
Hatch (5-Door)
WARNING
Open Hatch and Exhaust Gas:
Exhaust gas in the cabin of a vehicle
is dangerous. This gas contains CO
(carbon monoxide), which is colorless,
odorless, and highly poisonous. If
inhaled, it can cause loss of
consciousness and death. Because
exhaust gas can get into the cabin
through an open hatch, keep the hatch
closed when driving.
qLocking, Unlocking with Key
The hatch can be locked/unlocked by
inserting the key into the driver's door key
slot, refer to Power Door Locks (page
3-10).
qLocking, Unlocking with Transmitter
The hatch can be locked/unlocked by
operating the keyless entry system
transmitter, refer to Keyless Entry System
(page 3-3).
qLocking, Unlocking with Door-
Lock Switch
The hatch can be locked/unlocked by
operating the door-lock switch, refer to
Power Door Locks (page 3-10).
qOpening and Closing the Hatch
To open the hatch, pull up on the handle.
NOTE
If the vehicle battery is dead or there is
a malfunction in the electrical system
and the hatch cannot be unlocked,
perform the following manual
procedure as an emergency measure to
unlock it:
1. Remove the cap on the interior
surface of the hatch with a flathead
screwdriver.
Cap
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Black plate (92,1)
Liftgate (Sport Wagon)
WARNING
Open Liftgate and Exhaust Gas:
Exhaust gas in the cabin of a vehicle
is dangerous. An open liftgate in a
moving vehicle will cause exhaust gas
to be drawn into the cabin. This gas
contains CO (carbon monoxide),
which is colorless, odorless, and
highly poisonous, and it can cause
loss of consciousness and death.
Moreover, an open liftgate could cause
occupants to fall out in an accident.
Do not drive with the liftgate open.
qLocking, Unlocking with Key
The liftgate can be locked/unlocked by
inserting the key into the driver's door key
slot, refer to Power Door Locks (page
3-10).
qLocking, Unlocking with Transmitter
The liftgate can be locked/unlocked by
operating the keyless entry system
transmitter, refer to Keyless Entry System
(page 3-3).
qLocking, Unlocking with Door-
Lock Switch
The liftgate can be locked/unlocked by
operating the door-lock switch, refer to
Power Door Locks (page 3-10).
qOpening and Closing the Liftgate
Opening the liftgate
Pull up on the handle.
NOTE
If the vehicle battery is dead or there is
a malfunction in the electrical system
and the liftgate cannot be unlocked,
perform the following procedure as an
emergency measure to unlock it:
1. Remove the cap on the interior
surface of the liftgate with a flathead
screwdriver.
Cap
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Antenna
qDetachable Type
To remove the antenna, turn it
counterclockwise.
To install the antenna, turn it clockwise.
Make sure the antenna is securely
installed.
Install
Remove
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the antenna,
remove it before entering a car wash
facility or passing beneath a low
overhead clearance.
NOTE
When leaving your vehicle unattended,
we recommend that you remove the
antenna and store it inside the vehicle.
Operating Tips for Audio
System
WARNING
Do Not Adjust Audio While Drivingthe Vehicle:
Adjusting the audio while driving the
vehicle is dangerous as it could
distract your attention from the vehicle
operation which could lead to a
serious accident. Always adjust the
audio while the vehicle is stopped.
Even if the audio control switches are
equipped on the steering wheel, learn
to use the switches without looking
down at them so that you can keep
your maximum attention on the road
while driving the vehicle.
CAUTION
For the purposes of safe driving, adjust
the audio volume to a level that allows
you to hear sounds outside of the
vehicle.
NOTE
lDo not use the audio for long periods
of time while the engine is off.
Otherwise the battery could go dead.
lIf a digital cellular phone or CB
radio is used in or near the vehicle, it
could cause noise to occur from the
audio system, however, this does not
indicate that the system has been
damaged.
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