Mazda Not a Manual manual QIgnition Key Reminder

Driving Your Mazda

Starting and Driving

WARNING

Do not stop the engine while the vehicle is moving:

Stopping the engine while the vehicle is moving for any reason other than in an emergency is dangerous. Stopping the engine while the vehicle is moving will result in reduced braking ability due to the loss of power braking, which could cause an accident and serious injury.

Before leaving the driver's seat, always switch the ignition to OFF, set the parking brake and make sure the shift lever is in P (automatic transmission) or in 1st gear or R (manual transmission):

It is important to switch the ignition to OFF even if you are not removing the key from the ignition or leaving the vehicle. Leaving the key in other positions will disable some of the vehicle security systems and run the battery down.

Leaving the driver's seat without switching the ignition to OFF, setting the parking brake and shifting the shift lever to P (automatic transmission) or to 1st gear or R (manual transmission) is dangerous. Unexpected vehicle movement could occur. This could cause an accident.

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 5-42).

NOTE

When the ignition is switched ON, 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.

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