Starting the Hybrid System with a Dead Key Battery

 

Do not allow the following conditions. Otherwise, the vehicle may not receive the correct signal from the key and the hybrid system may not start.

  • Metal parts of other keys or metal objects touch the key.

  • Spare keys or keys for other vehicles equipped with an immobilizer system touch or come near the key.

  • Equipment containing electronic components or cards with magnetic strips such as credit cards come near the key.

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If the hybrid system cannot be started due to a dead key battery, use the following procedure to start the hybrid system.

  1. Depress the brake pedal.

    The power switch indicator light (green) flashes.

  2. Align the center of the key emblem with the center of the power switch.

    The power switch indicator light (green) turns on.

    1. Indicator light

    2. Power switch

    3. Key

    4. Emblem

  3. Press the power switch.

     

    • If there is a problem with the power switch function, the power switch indicator light (amber) flashes.

      In this case, it is possible to start the hybrid system, however, have the vehicle inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.

    • If the power switch indicator light (green) does not turn on, perform the operation from the beginning.

      If it still does not turn on, have the vehicle inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

    • To change the vehicle power position, release the brake pedal after the power switch indicator light (green) turns on, then press the power switch.

      The vehicle power position is switched in the order of ACC, ON, and OFF.

      Once the vehicle power is switched OFF, the vehicle power position can no longer be changed. Therefore, to start the hybrid system, perform the operation from the beginning.

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