2008 Mazda RX-8 Owner's Manual - Page 103

Knowing Your Mazda Security System Immobilizer System (with Advanced Key) The immobilizer system allows the engine to start only with an advanced key the system recognizes. If someone attempts to start the engine with an unrecognized key, the engine will not start, thereby helping to prevent the theft of your vehicle. CAUTION Do not allow the following when starting the engine with the auxiliary key due to an advanced key dead battery or other malfunction. Otherwise the signal from the auxiliary key will not be received correctly and the engine may not start. Ø Metal parts of other keys or metal objects touch the key grip. Ø Spare auxiliary keys or keys for other vehicles equipped with an immobilizer system touch or come near the auxiliary key. Ø Equipment containing electronic components or cards with magnetic strips such as credit cards come near the auxiliary key. NOTE l CAUTION Ø Radio equipment like this is governed by laws in the United States. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Ø To avoid damage to the key, do not: Ø Drop the key. Ø Get the key wet. Ø Expose the key to any kind of magnetic field. Ø Expose the key to high temperatures on places such as the dashboard or hood, under direct sunlight. l (U.S.A.) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. (CANADA) This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry CANADA. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. 3-41