2003 Mazda Protege Owner's Manual - Page 97

J39L_EA.book Page 2 Saturday, June 8, 2002 5:35 PM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Ignition Switch M Ignition Switch Positions Automatic transaxle When turning the ignition switch to the LOCK position, keep the shift lever in P. ON ACC LOCK Shift lever engaged in P (park) LOCK The steering wheel locks to protect against theft. Only in this position can the key be removed. Manual transaxle When turning the ignition switch to the LOCK position, push the key in at the ACC position. WARNING Removing the Key: It's dangerous to remove the key from the ignition switch while the vehicle is moving. Removing the key allows the steering wheel to lock. You will lose steering control and a serious accident could occur. Remove the key only when the vehicle is parked. Not Setting the Parking Brake: Leaving the driver's seat without setting the parking brake is dangerous. Unexpected vehicle movement could occur if the parking brake is not set. This could cause an accident. Before leaving the driver's seat, always set the parking brake and make sure the shift lever is in P with an automatic transaxle or in 1 or R with a manual transaxle. ON ACC LOCK Push the key 5-2 Form No. 8Q94-EA-02G