Mazda 2008 RX-8 Automobile User Manual


 
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Advanced Key Suspend
Function
If one key is left in the vehicle or trunk
and the second key is used to lock the
vehicle, the functions of the advanced key
left in the vehicle or the trunk are
temporarily suspended to prevent theft of
the vehicle.
The following are inoperable:
l
Starting the engine using the start
knob.
l
Operating the request switches.
To restore these functions, perform any
one of the following:
l
Press the lock or unlock button on the
advanced key which has had its
functions suspended.
l
While carrying another advanced key,
push in the start knob until the KEY
indicator light (green) in the instrument
cluster illuminates.
l
Insert the auxiliary key and turn the
ignition switch to the ON position.
Warning and Beep Sounds
q
System Malfunction Warning Beep
If any malfunction occurs in the advanced
keyless function, the KEY warning light
(red) in the instrument cluster illuminates
continuously and beep sounds will be
heard.
CAUTION
If the KEY warning light (red) remains
illuminated, do not continue to drive
the vehicle with the advanced keyless
function. Park the vehicle in a safe
place and use the auxiliary key to
continue driving the vehicle. Have the
vehicle inspected at an Authorized
Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
Refer to Ignition Switch (page 5-2).
qStart Knob Not in LOCK
Warning Beep
If the start knob is in the ACC position
and the driver's door is opened, a
continuous beep sound will be heard to
notify the driver that the start knob has not
been returned to the LOCK position. In
this case, the keyless entry system does
not operate, the car cannot be locked, and
the battery will run down.
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