If the buttons on the transmitter are inoperable and the operation indicator light does not flash, the battery may be dead.
Replace with a new battery before the transmitter becomes unusable.
CAUTION
● Make sure the battery is installed correctly. Battery leakage could occur if it is not installed correctly.
● 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.
● There is the danger of explosion if the battery is not correctly replaced.
● 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.
● Replace only with the same type battery (CR2025 or equivalent).
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 (for vehicles with a type A meter, messages are displayed in the instrument cluster).
• 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 key. If replacing the battery by yourself, follow the instruction below.
Replacing the 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.
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.
CAUTION
●Be careful not to allow the rubber ring shown in the figure to be scratched or damaged.
● If the rubber ring detaches, reattach it before inserting a new battery.
Down Switch [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Purpose/Function
The down switch detects the shift down operation of the selector lever.
The down switch signal is sent to the TCM via CAN and is used for manual
shift control and engine-transaxle integration control.
Construction
The down switch is installed to the se ...
Global Positioning System (Gps) Antenna
Purpose, Function
The GPS antenna receives signals sent from GPS satellites and sends them
to the car navigation unit.
NOTE:
GPS (Global Positioning System) was developed by the Pentagon (U.S.A.) as
an object locating system using satellites. The GPS antenna receives signa ...
Steering Wheel And Column Inspection
Play inspection
1. With the wheels in the straight-ahead position, start the engine.
2. Turn the steering wheel to the left and right gently, then verify that the
steering wheel play is within the specification.
Steering wheel play
0—30 mm {0—1.1 in}
Looseness, Exces ...