Mazda MX-5 PRHT (2015 year). Instruction

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Advanced Keys

The advanced keyless functions (advanced keyless entry and start system) enable the
following operations while the advanced key is being carried (page 3-7).

Locking/unlocking the doors, and opening the trunk lid, without operating the key.

Starting the engine without operating the key.

Additional functions are available using the buttons on the advanced key.
Refer to Operation Using Advanced Key Functions on page 3-15.

The following operations are possible using the transmitter of the keyless entry system
from a distance (Lock/Unlock/Trunk/Panic button):

Locking/unlocking the doors.

Opening the trunk lid.

Opening the power windows

Turning on the alarm.

Locking/unlocking the doors, opening the trunk lid, or starting the engine using the
auxiliary key.

WARNING

Do not leave the key in your vehicle with children and keep them in a place where
your children will not find or play with them:

Leaving children in a vehicle with the key is dangerous. This could result in someone
being badly injured or even killed. Children may find these new kinds of keys to be
an interesting toy to play with and could cause the power windows or other controls
to operate, or even make the vehicle move.

Radio waves from the advanced key may affect medical equipment such as
pacemakers:

Before using the advanced key near people who use medical equipment, ask the
medical equipment manufacturer or your physician if radio waves from the
advanced key will affect the equipment.

NOTE

The driver must carry the advanced key to ensure the system functions properly.

Refer to Immobilizer System (page 3-63) for information regarding keys and engine starting.

(With theft-deterrent system)
Refer to Theft-Deterrent System (page 3-71) for information regarding keys and the prevention of
vehicle and vehicle contents theft.

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Lock button

Operation indicator light

Auxiliary key

Key code number plate

Unlock button

Trunk button

Panic button

A code number is stamped on the plate attached to the key set; detach this plate and store it
in a safe place (not in the vehicle) for use if you need to make a replacement key.

Also write down the code number and keep it in another safe and handy place, but not in
the vehicle.

If your key is lost, consult your Authorized Mazda Dealer with the code number ready.

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CAUTION

Ø Because the advanced key uses low-intensity radio waves, it may not function

correctly under the following conditions:

The advanced key is carried with communication devices such as cellular
phones.

The advanced key contacts or is covered by a metal object.

The advanced key is near electronic devices such as personal computers or cell
phones.

Non-Mazda genuine electronic equipment is installed in the vehicle.

There is equipment which discharges radio waves near the vehicle.

If the vehicle is near equipment such as wireless pay devices installed at certain
gas stations.

Ø The advanced key may consume battery power excessively if it receives high-

intensity radio waves. Do not place the advanced key near electronic devices such
as televisions or personal computers.

Ø To avoid damage to the advanced key, DO NOT:

Drop the advanced key.

Get the advanced key wet.

Disassemble the advanced key.

Expose the advanced key to high temperatures on places such as the
dashboard or hood, under direct sunlight.

Place heavy objects on the advanced key.

Put the advanced key in an ultrasonic cleaner.

Put any magnetized objects close to the advanced key.

NOTE

Battery life is about one year. Be sure to replace the battery as soon as you see the green KEY
indicator light in the instrument cluster begin flashing for 30 seconds after turning off the engine,
otherwise, you will not be able to start the engine using the advanced keyless start system once the
battery is completely dead. Refer to KEY Warning Light (Red)/KEY Indicator Light (Green) (with
Advanced Key) on page 5-49. If this occurs, you will have to use the auxiliary key if you need to
start the engine immediately. Refer to Advanced Key Battery Dead Warning on page 3-20.
Replacing the battery about once a year is recommended because the KEY warning light/indicator
light may not illuminate or flash depending on the rate of battery depletion.

Additional advanced keys can be obtained at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Up to 6 advanced keys
can be used with the advanced keyless functions per vehicle.

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qAdvanced 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.

Ø 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.

Insulate the plus and minus
terminals of the battery using
cellophane or equivalent tape.

Never disassemble.

Never throw the battery into
fire or water.

Never deform or crush.

The following conditions indicate that the
battery power is low:

The KEY indicator light (green) flashes
in the instrument cluster for about 30
seconds after the engine is turned off.

The system does not operate and the
operation indicator light on the
transmitter does not flash when the
buttons are pressed.

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.

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3. Insert the small, flathead screwdriver

into the gap between the cover and the
transmitter, and then rotate the
screwdriver to detach the cover.

4. Remove the battery cap, then remove

the battery.

5. Insert a new battery with the positive

pole facing up, and then cover the
battery with the battery cap.

6. Close the cover.

7. Reinsert the auxiliary key.

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CAUTION

Ø Be careful not to allow the rubber

ring shown in the figure to be
scratched or damaged.

Ø If the rubber ring detaches,

reattach it before inserting a new
battery.

Rubber ring

qService

If you have a problem with the advanced
keyless functions, consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.

If your advanced key is lost or stolen,
bring all remaining advanced keys to an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible for a replacement and to make
the lost or stolen advanced key
inoperative.

CAUTION

Radio equipment like this is governed
by laws in the United States.
Changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void
the user's authority to operate the
equipment.

Operation Using Advanced
Keyless Functions

qOperational Range

The system operates only when the driver
is in the vehicle or within operational
range while the advanced key is being
carried.

NOTE

When the battery power is low, or in places
where there are high-intensity radio waves or
noise, the operational range may become
narrower or the system may not operate. For
determining battery replacement, Refer to
Advanced Keys on page 3-2.

Locking, unlocking the doors

The operational range for locking/
unlocking the doors is an area of up to 80
cm (31 in) from the center of the door
handles.

Exterior transmitter

Operational range

NOTE

The system may not operate if you are too
close to the windows, door handles.

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Opening the trunk lid

The operational range for opening the
trunk lid is an area of up to 80 cm (31 in)
from the center of the trunk lid.

Exterior transmitter

Operational range

Starting the engine

The operational range for starting the
engine includes nearly the entire cabin
area.

Operational range

Interior transmitter

NOTE

The trunk is out of the operational range,
however, starting the engine may be
possible.

The engine may not start if the advanced
key is placed in the following areas:

Around the dashboard

In the storage compartments such as the
glove box

On the rear parcel shelf

Starting the engine may be possible even if
the advanced key is outside of the vehicle
and extremely close to a door and window,
however, always start the engine from the
driver's seat.
If the vehicle is started and driven away
while the advanced key is not in the vehicle,
the vehicle will not restart after it is turned
off and the ignition is switched off.

If the advanced key is detected within
operational range, the operation indicator
light on the transmitter flashes
momentarily.

qLocking, Unlocking the Doors

with Request Switch

Both doors can be locked/unlocked by
pressing the request switch on a door
while the advanced key is being carried.

Request switch

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To lock

To lock the doors, press the request
switch. A beep sound will be heard once
and the hazard warning lights will flash
once.

NOTE

(Without theft-deterrent system)
The hazard warning lights will flash once to
indicate that the doors are locked.
(With theft-deterrent system)
The hazard warning lights only flash when the
theft deterrent system is armed.
The hazard warning lights do not flash if both
the doors are locked before the theft-deterrent
system is properly armed.
Refer to Theft-Deterrent System on page 3-71.

To unlock

Driver's door request switch

To unlock the driver's door, press the
request switch. A beep sound will be
heard twice and the hazard warning lights
will flash twice.
To unlock both doors, press the request
switch again within 3 seconds and two
more beep sounds will be heard.

NOTE

(Without theft-deterrent system)
The hazard warning lights will flash twice to
indicate that the doors are unlocked.
(With theft-deterrent system)
The hazard warning lights only flash when the
theft deterrent system is turned off.
The hazard warning lights do not flash unless
the theft deterrent system has been properly
turned off.
Refer to Theft-Deterrent System on page 3-71.

Passenger door request switch

To unlock the doors, press the request
switch. A beep sound will be heard twice
and the hazard warning lights will flash
twice.

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NOTE

Confirm that both doors are securely
locked.

Both doors cannot be locked when any
door is open.

A beep sound is heard for confirmation
when the doors are locked/unlocked using
the request switch. If you prefer, the beep
sound can be turned off.
Refer to Setting Change (Function
Customization) on page 3-21.

The setting can be changed so that the
doors are locked automatically without
pressing the request switch (page 3-21).
(Auto-lock function)
A beep sound is heard when both doors are
closed while the advanced key is being
carried. Both doors are locked
automatically after about 3 seconds when
the advanced key is out of the operational
range. Also, the hazard warning lights flash
once. (Even if the driver is in the
operational range, both doors are locked
automatically after about 30 seconds.)
If you are out of the operational range
before the doors are completely closed or
another advanced key is left in the vehicle,
the auto-lock function will not work.
Always make sure that both doors are
closed and locked before leaving the
vehicle.

(Auto re-lock function)
After unlocking doors by pressing the
request switch, both doors will
automatically lock if any of the following
operations are not performed within about
30 seconds. If your vehicle has a theft-
deterrent system, the hazard warning lights
will flash for confirmation.

A door is opened.

The auxiliary key is inserted into the
ignition switch.

The start knob is pushed.

qOpening the Trunk Lid with

Request Switch

The trunk lid can be opened by pressing
the request switch on the under side of the
trunk lid above the license plate while the
advanced key is being carried.

Request switch

NOTE

If the advanced key is left in the trunk, the
trunk lid will close, however, the trunk lid
can be opened using the request switch and
the vehicle could be stolen. If the trunk lid
cannot be opened despite doing this
procedure, press the request switch to fully
open the trunk lid after pushing the trunk
lid completely closed.

(With power retractable hardtop)
The trunk lid can only be opened when the
power retractable hardtop is fully opened/
closed. Open/close the power retractable
hardtop completely before opening the
trunk lid.

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qStarting the Engine

Ignition switch positions

As there is no traditional key, some of the
ignition switch functions are different.

Start knob

OFF

―Knob Released

The power supply to electrical devices is
turned off.
OFF

―Knob Depressed

The ignition can be switched to ACC
when the KEY indicator light (green)
illuminates in the instrument cluster.

WARNING

Before leaving the driver's seat, always
switch the ignition to OFF, set the
parking brake and make sure the shift
lever is in P (automatic transmission) or
in 1st gear or R (manual transmission):

It is important to switch the ignition
to OFF even if you are not removing
the key from the ignition or leaving
the vehicle. Leaving the key in other
positions will disable some of the
vehicle security systems and run the
battery down.
Leaving the driver's seat without
switching the ignition to OFF, setting
the parking brake and shifting the
shift lever to P (automatic
transmission) or to 1st gear or R
(manual transmission) is dangerous.
Unexpected vehicle movement could
occur. This could cause an accident.

NOTE

If turning the ignition switch is difficult,
move the steering wheel left and right.

(Automatic transmission)
The ignition cannot be switched from ACC
to OFF when the shift lever is not in P.

ACC (Accessory)

In this position, some electrical
accessories will operate.

NOTE

The Advanced Keyless Entry System does not
function in the ACC position, and the doors
will not lock/unlock using the transmitter or
request switches even if the advanced key is
carried away from the vehicle.

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This is the normal running position after
the engine is started. The warning lights
(except brakes) should be inspected
before the engine is started (page 5-41).

NOTE

When the ignition is switched ON, the sound of
the fuel pump motor operating near the fuel
tank can be heard. This does not indicate an
abnormality.

START

The engine is started in this position. It
will crank until you release the start knob;
then it returns to the ON position. The
brake warning light can be checked after
the engine is started (page 5-41).

Starting the engine

NOTE

Engine-starting is controlled by the spark
ignition system.
This system meets all Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Standard
requirements regulating the impulse
electrical field strength of radio noise.

The advanced key must be carried because
the advanced key carries an immobilizer
chip that must communicate with the engine
controls at short range.

When starting the engine, be sure the start
knob is securely attached before trying to
operate it. If the knob becomes detached
from the ignition switch, re-attach it by
pushing it on to the ignition switch.

1. Make sure the advanced key is being

carried.

2. Occupants should fasten their seat

belts.

3. Make sure the parking brake is on.

4. Depress the brake pedal.

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5. (Manual transmission)

Depress the clutch pedal all the way
and shift into neutral.
Keep the clutch pedal depressed while
cranking the engine.
(Automatic transmission)
Put the vehicle in park (P). If you must
restart the engine while the vehicle is
moving, shift into neutral (N).

NOTE

(Manual transmission)
The starter will not operate if the clutch pedal
is not depressed all the way.

(Automatic transmission)

The starter will not operate if the shift lever is
not in P or N.

6. Push the start knob slowly all the way

in.

7. Verify that the KEY indicator light

(green) illuminates in the instrument
cluster. The KEY warning light (red)
means you cannot continue to start the
engine using the Advanced Keyless
System. You may have to use the
auxiliary key instead (page 3-22).

NOTE

In the following cases, the KEY warning light
(red) illuminates and the engine will not start.

The advanced key battery is dead.

The advanced key is out of operational
range.

The advanced key is placed in areas where
it is difficult for the system to detect the
signal (page 3-7).

A key from another manufacturer similar to
the advanced key is in the operational
range.

8. Switch the ignition to ACC while

pushing the start knob in.

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9. Switch the ignition from ACC to

START and hold (up to 10 seconds at a
time) until the engine starts.

CAUTION

Do not try the starter for more than
10 seconds at a time. If the engine
stalls or fails to start, wait 10 seconds
before trying again. Otherwise, you
may damage the starter and drain
the battery.

10. After starting the engine, let it idle for

about 10 seconds.

NOTE

In extremely cold weather or after the
vehicle has not been driven in several days,
let the engine warm up without operating
the accelerator.

Whether the engine is cold or warm, it
should be started without use of the
accelerator.

Turning the engine off

1. Move the shift lever to the P position

(Automatic transmission).

2. Switch the ignition from ON to ACC.

NOTE

When the engine is turned off and the ignition
is switched from ACC to OFF, the KEY
indicator light (green) flashes in the instrument
cluster for about 30 seconds if the battery
power of the advanced key is low. Replace the
battery with a new one.
Refer to Battery Replacement (page 3-7).

3. Push in the start knob from the ACC

position and turn it to the OFF.

CAUTION

When leaving the vehicle, make sure
the ignition is switched to OFF.

NOTE

When switching the ignition to OFF, the
ignition switch has to be pushed in from the
ACC position and turned. Without being
pushed in, the ignition switch stops at the
ACC position and the vehicle battery may
be discharged if the ignition switch is left in
the ACC position. When leaving the vehicle,
make sure the ignition is switched to OFF.

If the vehicle is left with the ignition not
switched to OFF, a beep sound is heard and
the indicator light flashes to notify the
driver.
Refer to Warning Beep (page 3-19).

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Operation Using Advanced
Key Functions

qKeyless Entry System

This system uses the more traditional
keyless entry buttons to remotely lock and
unlock the doors and opens the trunk lid,
and opens the power windows.
It can also help you signal for attention.
Press the buttons slowly and carefully.

NOTE

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 does not operate when the
auxiliary key is in the ignition switch.

With the start knob in the OFF/LOCK
position, the system is fully operational. If
the ignition is not switched off or the start
knob is pushed in, the system does not
operate.

Both doors cannot be locked by pressing
the lock button while either door is open.
The hazard warning lights will also not
flash.

(With power retractable hardtop)
The trunk lid cannot be operated remotely if
the power retractable hardtop is not fully
opened or fully closed.

If the transmitter does not operate when
pressing a button or the operational range
becomes too small, the battery may be
dead. To install a new battery, refer to
Maintenance (page 3-5).

Transmitter

Lock button

Unlock button

Trunk button

Operation indicator light

Panic button

NOTE

The unlock button can be used to open the
power windows. Refer to Opening the Power
Windows from Outside (page 3-38).

The operation indicator light flashes when
the buttons are pressed.

Lock button

To lock the doors, press the lock button. A
beep sound will be heard once and the
hazard warning lights will flash once.

To confirm that both doors have been
locked, press the lock button again within
5 seconds. If they are closed and locked,
the horn will sound.

NOTE

(Without theft-deterrent system)
The hazard warning lights will flash once to
indicate that both doors are locked.
(With theft-deterrent system)
The hazard warning lights only flash when the
theft deterrent system is armed.
The hazard warning lights do not flash if both
the doors are locked before the theft-deterrent
system is properly armed.
Refer to Theft-Deterrent System on page 3-71.

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NOTE

Both doors cannot be locked when either
door is open.

Confirm that both doors are locked visually
or audibly by use of the double click.

Unlock button

To unlock the driver's door, press the
unlock button. A beep will be heard twice
and the hazard warning lights will flash
twice.

To unlock both doors, press the unlock
button again within 3 seconds and two
more beep sounds will be heard.

NOTE

(Without theft-deterrent system)
The hazard warning lights will flash twice to
indicate that both doors are unlocked.
(With theft-deterrent system)
The hazard warning lights only flash when the
theft deterrent system is turned off.
The hazard warning lights do not flash unless
the theft deterrent system has been properly
turned off.
Refer to Theft-Deterrent System on page 3-71.

NOTE

(Auto re-lock function)
After unlocking with the transmitter, both
doors will automatically lock and the hazard
warning light will flash if any of the following
operations are not performed within about 30
seconds. If your vehicle has a theft-deterrent
system, the hazard warning lights will flash for
confirmation.

A door is opened.

The auxiliary key is inserted into the
ignition switch.

The start knob is pressed.

Trunk button

To open the trunk, press the trunk button
for more than 1 second.

NOTE

Panic button

If you witness from a distance someone
attempting to break into or damage your
vehicle, pressing the panic button will
activate the vehicle's alarm.

NOTE

The panic button will work whether either door
is open or closed.

(Turning on the alarm)
Pressing the panic button for 1 second or
more will trigger the alarm for about 2
minutes and 30 seconds, and the
following will occur:

The horn sounds intermittently.

The hazard warning lights flash.

NOTE

However, if the driver is too close to the
vehicle the panic button may not function.

(Turning off the alarm)
The alarm stops by pressing any button on
the transmitter.

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