Driving Your Mazda
Starting and Driving
ACC (Accessory)
In this position, some electrical accessories will operate.
ON
This is the normal running position after the engine is started. Some indicator lights/warning lights should be inspected before the engine is started (page
NOTE
When the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, the sound of the fuel pump motor operating near the fuel tank can be heard. This does not indicate an abnormality.
START
The engine is started in this position. It will crank until you release the key. It then returns to the ON position.
qIgnition Key Reminder
If the ignition is switched off or the ignition is switched to ACC with the key inserted, a continuous beep sound will be heard when the driver's door is opened.
Starting the Engine
NOTE
This system meets all Canadian Interference- Causing Equipment Standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio noise.
1.Occupants should fasten their seat belts.
2.Make sure the parking brake is on.
3.Depress the brake pedal.
4.(Manual transaxle)
Depress the clutch pedal all the way and shift into neutral.
Keep the clutch pedal depressed while cranking the engine.
(Automatic transaxle)
Put the vehicle in park (P). If you must restart the engine while the vehicle is moving, shift into neutral (N).
NOTE
(Manual transaxle)
The starter will not operate unless the clutch is depressed sufficiently.
(Automatic transaxle)
The starter will not operate if the shift lever is not in P or N.
5.Turn the ignition switch to the START position and hold (up to 10 seconds at a time) until the engine starts.
CAUTION
Do not try the starter for more than 10 seconds at a time. If the engine stalls or fails to start, wait 10 seconds before trying again. Otherwise, you may damage the starter and drain the battery.
