Mazda CX-3: Keyless Entry System / Operational Range and Key Suspend Function

Mazda CX-3 (2015-2025) Owner's Manual / Before Driving / Keys / Keyless Entry System / Operational Range and Key Suspend Function

Operational Range

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

Starting the Engine

NOTE

Starting the engine may be possible even if the 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 the key is not in the vehicle, the vehicle will not restart after it is shut off and the ignition is switched to off.
The luggage compartment is out of the assured operational range, however, if the key (transmitter) is operable the engine will start.

With the advanced keyless function

Mazda CX-3. Operational Range and Key Suspend Function

Without the advanced keyless function

Mazda CX-3. Operational Range and Key Suspend Function

NOTE

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

Around the dashboard

In the storage compartments such as the glove compartment or the center console

Key Suspend Function

If a key is left in the vehicle, the functions of the key left in the vehicle are temporarily suspended to prevent theft of the vehicle.

To restore the functions, press the unlock button on the functions-suspended key in the vehicle.

Transmitter

NOTE The headlights turn on/off by operating the transmitter. Refer to Leaving Home Light. (With theft-deterrent system)The hazard warning lights flash when the theft-deterrent system is armed or turned off...

Advanced Keyless Entry System (Some models)

Other information:

Mazda CX-3 (2015-2025) Owner's Manual: Clock

Setting the time The clock can be set at any time when the ignition is switched to ACC or ON. To adjust the time, press the clock button for about 2 seconds until a beep is heard. The clock's current time will flash.Time adjustment To adjust the time, press the hour/ minute set button while the clock's current time is flashing...

Mazda CX-3 (2015-2025) Owner's Manual: Device selection

If several devices have been paired, the Bluetooth® unit links the device last paired. If you would like to link a different paired device, it is necessary to change the link. The order of device priority after the link has been changed is maintained even when the ignition is switched off...