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: Rear Window Defogger

The rear window defogger clears fog from the rear window. The ignition must be switched ON to use the defogger. Press the switch to turn on the rear window defogger. The rear window defogger operates for about 15 minutes and then turns off automatically...

Mazda CX-3 (2015-2025) Owner's Manual: What is Android Auto™?

Android Auto™ is an application which allows the operation of an Android™ Smartphone using the vehicle's audio. Android Auto™ functions such as the phone, messages, music, and map can be used with the vehicle's audio system. CAUTION YOU EXPRESSLY ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE THAT USE OF ANDROID AUTO™ (“THE APPLICATION”) IS AT YOUR SOLE RISK AND THAT THE ENTIRE RISK AS TO SATISFACTORY QUALITY, PERFORMANCE, ACCURACY AND EFFORT IS WITH YOU TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, AND THAT THE APPLICATION AND INFORMATION ON THE APPLICATION IS PROVIDED “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE,” WITH ALL FAULTS AND WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, AND MAZDA HEREBY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS WITH RESPECT TO THE APPLICATION AND INFORMATION ON THE APPLICATION, EITHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND/OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY, SATISFACTORY QUALITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ACCURACY, QUIET ENJOYMENT, AND NONINFRINGEMENT OF THIRD PARTY RIGHTS...