Mazda 2014 MX-5 Miata, Owner'S Manual

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Advanced Key Maintenance
CAUTION
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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 touch any of the
internal circuitry and electrical
terminals, bend the electrical
terminals, or get dirt in the
transmitter as the transmitter
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.
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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 for about 30
seconds after 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. Insert a small, flathead screwdriver into
the groove shown in the figure and
rotate the screwdriver to open the cover
slightly.
Knowing Your Mazda
Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System
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