Outline
By pressing the push button start, switching of the power supply is performed.
Function
The start stop unit switches the power supply according to the vehicle conditions such as the selector lever (ATX)/shift lever (MTX) position and the pedal depression/release when the push button start is pressed.
Push button start indicator light
Illuminates the push button start indicator light to notify the driver of the power supply status.
System wiring diagram

Structural view

Operation
Switches between ignition switch ON (engine on)/ON (engine off)/ACC/ OFF (LOCK).
1. When the push button start is pressed, a push button start switch signal is input to the start stop unit.
2. The power supply switches according to the vehicle conditions such as the selector lever (ATX)/shift lever (MTX) position and the pedal depression/release.
NOTE:
Refer to the Push Button Start System Engine Start Permit Function regarding the engine starting conditions.

Automatic ignition switch off
If the ignition has been switched ON (engine off) or switched to ACC for 60 min or more, the start stop unit automatically switches the ignition off (LOCK).
Engine Emergency Stop
If an ignition switch ON signal is input for 3 s or more (ignition switch held pressed), or a push button start ON signal is input 3 times within 1.5 s, the start stop unit switches the ignition to ACC or off (LOCK).
Push button start indicator light
Illuminates if the conditions necessary for engine-start are met.
Flashes when the steering lock cannot be released.
Illuminates when the steering lock has been released or there is a malfunction in the system.
Flashes when a malfunction is detected.

Fail-safe
Function not equipped.
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3. Remove the front center speaker..
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indicated in the table.
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CAUTION:
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Seat Belt Precautions
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and sudden stops. Mazda recommends that the driver and all passengers always wear
seat belts.
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