2002 Mazda Tribute Owner's Manual - Page 83

Locks and Security Automatic disarming Switching the ignition to the 3 (ON) position with a coded key disarms the vehicle. The theft light will illuminate for three seconds and then go out. If the light stays on for an extended period of time or flashes rapidly, have the system serviced by your authorized Mazda dealership. Key information Your vehicle is supplied with two coded keys. Only a coded key will start your vehicle. Spare coded keys can be purchased from your authorized Mazda dealership. Your dealership can program your key or you can "do it yourself." Refer to Programming spare keys. The SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is not compatible with aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection. NOTE: Large metallic objects, electronic devices on the key chain that can be used to purchase gasoline or similar items, or a second key on the same key ring as the coded key may cause vehicle starting issues. NOTE: If present, you need to keep these objects from touching the coded key while starting the engine. NOTE: These objects and devices cannot damage the coded key, but can cause a momentary issue if they are too close to the key during engine start. NOTE: If a problem occurs, turn ignition OFF and restart the engine with all other objects on the key ring held away from the ignition key. Check to make sure the encoded ignition key is an approved Mazda encoded ignition key. If your keys are lost or stolen you will need to do the following: • Use your spare key to start the vehicle. or • Have your vehicle towed to an authorized Mazda dealership. . The key codes will need to be erased from your vehicle and new key codes will need to be re-coded. Replacing coded key can be very costly and you may want to store an extra programmed key away from the vehicle in a safe place to prevent an unforeseen inconvenience. 83