2010 Mazda RX-8 Owner's Manual - Page 121
2010 Mazda RX-8 Manual
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RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page121 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (121,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System NOTE l l l l If the security indicator light illuminates and stays on or flashes when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, the engine will not start. Signals from a TV or radio station, or from a transceiver or a mobile telephone, could interfere with your immobilizer system. If you are using the proper key and your engine fails to start, check the security indicator light. If it is flashing, remove the ignition key and wait 2 seconds or more, then reinsert it and try starting the engine again. If it does not start after 3 or more tries, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer. If the security indicator light flashes continuously while you are driving, do not shut off the engine. Go to an Authorized Mazda Dealer and have it checked. If you shut off the engine while the light is flashing you will not be able to restart it. Since the electronic codes are reset when repairing the immobilizer system, the keys are needed. Bring all the existing keys to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Theft-Deterrent System If the theft deterrent system detects an inappropriate entry into the vehicle, which could result in the vehicle or its contents being stolen, the alarm alerts the surrounding area of an abnormality by sounding the horn and flashing the hazard warning lights. Refer to Operation on page 3-53. NOTE l l l qModification and Add-On Equipment Mazda cannot guarantee the immobilizer system's operation if the system has been modified or if any add-on equipment has been installed. The theft-deterrent system operates with the key or the keyless entry system transmitter. (With advanced key) The theft-deterrent system can also be operated using the advanced keyless function. The system operates only when the driver is in the vehicle or within operational range while the advanced key is being carried. The system will not function unless it is properly armed. To properly secure the vehicle, always make sure all windows are completely closed and all doors and the trunk lid are locked before leaving the vehicle. Remember to take your key and transmitter. qOperation System triggering conditions The horn sounds intermittently and the hazard warning lights flash for about 3 minutes when the system is triggered by any one of the following: l Forcing open a door, the hood or the trunk lid. l Unlocking a door with the inside doorlock knob. l Unlocking a door with the door lock switch. l Opening the hood by operating the hood release handle. CAUTION To avoid damage to your vehicle, do not modify the system or install any add-on equipment to the immobilizer system or the vehicle. 3-53 Form No.8AT5-EA-09E