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 ...
Other materials:
Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Knock sensor inspection
Note
Perform the following test only when directed.
Resistance Inspection
1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK.
2. Disconnect the knock sensor connector.
3. Measure the resistance between the knock sensor terminals A and B using an
ohmmeter.
If not as specified, replace the knock sens ...
Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Curtain Air Bags
The curtain air bags are mounted in the front and rear window pillars, and the
roof edge along both sides.
When the air bag crash sensors detect a side impact of greater than moderate
force, the curtain air bag inflates quickly and helps to reduce injury mainly to
the rear outboard passenger' ...