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
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.
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:
Transmitter
Key Suspend FunctionMazda 6 Owners Manual: Front Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor
Your vehicle is equipped with a front passenger occupant classification sensor
as a part of the supplemental restraint system. This sensor is equipped in the front
passenger's seat cushion. This sensor measures the electrostatic capacity of the
front passenger's seat. The SAS unit is designed ...
Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Front Passenger Air Bag
The front passenger air bag is mounted in the front passenger dashboard.
The inflation mechanism for the front passenger air bag is the same as the driver's
air bag.For more details about air bag deployment, refer to "SRS Air Bag Deployment
Criteria".
(With Front Passenger Occupant Classificat ...