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Advanced Key Maintenance
CAUTION
Ø
Make sure the battery is installed
with the correct pole facing
upward. Battery leakage could
occur if it is not installed correctly.
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When replacing the battery, be
careful not to bend the electrical
terminals or get oil on them. Also
be careful not to get dirt in the
transmitter as it could be
damaged.
Ø
There is the danger of explosion if
the battery is not correctly
replaced.
Ø
Replace only with the same type
battery (CR2025 or equivalent).
Ø
Dispose of used batteries
according to the following
instructions.
Ø
Insulate the plus and minus
terminals of the battery using
cellophane or equivalent tape.
Ø
Never disassemble.
Ø
Never throw the battery into
fire or water.
Ø
Never deform or crush.
The following conditions indicate that the
battery power is low:
l
The KEY indicator light (green) flashes
in the instrument cluster when the
engine is turned off.
l
The system does not operate and the
operation indicator light on the
transmitter does not flash when the
buttons are pressed.
l
The system's operational range is
reduced.
Replacing the battery at an Authorized
Mazda Dealer is recommended to prevent
damage to the advanced key. If replacing
the battery by yourself, follow the
instruction below.
Replacing the advanced key battery
1. Pull out the auxiliary key.
2. Release the cap using a flathead
screwdriver, then rotate and remove the
cap.
Cap
CAUTION
Do not turn the cap excessively. The
cap may be damaged.
Knowing Your Mazda
Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System
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