2003 Mazda Protege Owner's Manual - Page 98

J39L_EA.book Page 3 Saturday, June 8, 2002 5:35 PM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Starting the Engine NOTE NOTE If turning the key is difficult, jiggle the steering wheel from side to side. ACC (Accessory) The steering wheel unlocks and some electrical accessories will operate. ON This is the normal running position after the engine is started. The warning lights (except brakes) should be inspected before the engine is started (page 5-27). START The engine is started in this position. It will crank until you release the key; then it returns to the ON position. The brake warning light can be checked after the engine is started (page 5-27). Engine-starting is controlled by the spark ignition system. This system meets all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio noise. 1. Occupants should fasten their seat belts. 2. Make sure the parking brake is on. 3. Depress the brake pedal. 4. (Manual transaxle) Depress the clutch pedal all the way and shift into neutral. Keep the pedal depressed while cranking the engine. NOTE M Ignition Key Reminder If the ignition switch is in the LOCK or ACC position, a beep will sound when any door is opened. The starter will not operate if the clutch pedal is not pushed down all the way. (Automatic transaxle) Put the vehicle in park (P). If you must restart the engine while the vehicle is moving, shift into neutral (N). NOTE The starter will not operate if the shift lever is not in P or N. 5-3 Form No. 8Q94-EA-02G