Mazda 3 Owners Manual: Operational Range
The system operates only when the driver is in the vehicle or within operational range while the key is being carried.
Starting the Engine
NOTE
- Starting the engine may be possible even if the key is outside of the vehicle and extremely close to a door and window, however, always start the engine from the driver's seat.
- If the vehicle is started and the key is not in the vehicle, the vehicle will not restart after it is shut off and the ignition is switched to off.
- The luggage compartment/trunk is out of the assured operational range, however, if the key (transmitter) is operable the engine will start.
With the advanced keyless function
Without the advanced keyless function
NOTE The engine may not start if the key is placed in the following areas:
- Around the dashboard
- In the storage compartments such as the glove compartment
- 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.
Transmitter
NOTE
(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 .
(With the adva ...
Other materials:
Rear Center Speaker Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Rear seat cushion.
b. Rear scuff plate.
c. Tire house trim.
d. C-pillar trim.
e. Rear package trim.
f. Rear center speaker.
3. Verify the resistance between the rear center speaker terminals.
If ...
Opening and Closing the Liftgate/
Trunk Lid
Opening the liftgate (5–door)
Using the electric liftgate opener
Unlock the doors and liftgate, then press
the electric liftgate opener on the liftgate
and raise it when the latch releases.
NOTE
(With the advanced keyless function)
A locked liftgate can also be opened
while the key ...
Clock Spring Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the driver-side air bag module..
3. Remove the steering wheel..
4. Remove the column cover.
5. Remove the connectors.
6. Remove the tab direction of the arrow shown in the figure.
7. Remove the screws.
8. Remove the clock spring. ...
