Mazda 6 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 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 or the center console
- On the rear parcel shelf
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.
(With the advanced keyless fun ...
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 fun ...
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Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Drive Selection (Some models)
Drive selection is a system to switch the vehicle's drive mode. When the sport
mode is selected, vehicle's response against accelerator operation is enhanced.
This provides additional quick acceleration which may be needed to safely make maneuvers
such as lane changes, merging onto freeways, o ...
Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Operating the Satellite Radio (Some models)
What is satellite radio?
With over 130 channels, SiriusXM Satellite Radio brings you more of what you
love. Get channels and channels of commercial-free music, plus sports, news, talk,
entertainment and more.
Commercial-free music from nearly every genre
—rock to pop, hip-hop to country, ja ...