Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Operation

Mazda 6 Owners Manual / Before Driving / Security System / Immobilizer System / 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 electronic 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.

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 helpi ...

Theft-Deterrent System (Some models)

If the theft-deterrent system detects an inappropriate entry into the vehicle, which could result in the vehicle or its contents being stolen, the alarm alerts the surrounding area of an abnormali ...

Other materials:

Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Warning Indication/Warning Lights
These lights turn on or flash to notify the user of the system operation status or a system malfunction. *1 The light turns on when the ignition is switched on for an operation check, and turns off a few seconds later or when the engine is started. If the light does not turn on or remai ...

Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Engine coolant
ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL INSPECTION Verify that the coolant level in the coolant reservoir is between the F and L marks. If the engine coolant level is below L, remove the radiator cap and add coolant. (See COOLING SYSTEM SERVICE WARNINGS.) ENGINE COOLANT REPLACEMENT Warning Drain the ...