2004 Mazda MAZDA6 Owner's Manual - Page 98
2004 Mazda MAZDA6 Manual
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J56J_8S11-EA-03G_Edition1.book Page 2 Tuesday, June 24, 2003 6:29 PM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Ignition Switch M Ignition Switch Positions Automatic transaxle To turn the key from the ACC to the LOCK position, the shift lever must be in the P position. 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 To turn the key from the ACC to the LOCK position, push the key in at the ACC position, then turn it to the LOCK 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. 8S11-EA-03G