Mazda CX-3: Theft-Deterrent System (Some models) / To Turn Off an Armed System

Mazda CX-3 (2015-2026) Owner's Manual / Before Driving / Security System / Theft-Deterrent System (Some models) / To Turn Off an Armed System

An armed system can be turned off using any one of the following methods:

Pressing the unlock button on the transmitter.
Starting the engine with the push button start.
(With the advanced keyless function)
- Pressing a request switch on the doors.

The hazard warning lights will flash twice.

NOTE

When the doors are unlocked by pressing the unlock button on the transmitter while the theft-deterrent system is turned off, the hazard warning lights will flash twice to indicate that the system is turned off.

How to Arm the System

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To Stop the Alarm

A triggered alarm can be turned off using any one of the following methods: Pressing the unlock button on the transmitter. Starting the engine with the push button start...

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