2008 Mazda RX-8 Owner's Manual - Page 84

Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Keyless Entry System (with Retractable Type Key) This system remotely locks and unlocks the doors and opens the trunk lid. It can also help you signal for attention. Operating the theft-deterrent system with the keyless entry system transmitter is also possible on theft-deterrent systemequipped vehicles. Press the buttons slowly and carefully. NOTE l l l l CAUTION To avoid damage to the transmitter, do not: Ø Drop the transmitter. Ø Get the transmitter wet. Ø Disassemble the transmitter. Ø Expose the transmitter to any kind of magnetic field. Ø Expose the transmitter to high temperatures on places such as the dashboard or hood, under direct sunlight. l The keyless entry system is designed to operate up to about 2.5 m (8 ft) from the center of the vehicle, but this may vary due to local conditions. The system doesn't operate when the key is in the ignition switch. Doors cannot be locked by pressing the lock button while any other door is open. Also, the hazard warning lights will not flash. If the transmitter does not operate when pressing a button or the operation range becomes too small, the battery may be dead. To install a new battery, refer to Maintenance (page 3-24). Additional transmitters can be obtained at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Up to 3 transmitters can be used with the keyless entry system per vehicle. Bring all transmitters to an Authorized Mazda Dealer when additional transmitters are required. 3-22