What does the Green Key Light mean on a Mazda 3?
When the push button start is pressed from ON to ACC or OFF, the KEY indicator light (green) may flash for approximately 30 seconds indicating that the remaining battery power of the key is low. Replace with a new battery before the key becomes unusable.
Where is the ignition switch on a Mazda3?
AFAIK the ignition switch would be where the key goes in and you turn with the key. There’s a little thing in there (button-like I suppose) that gets pushed in when there’s a key in the slot. That way the car knows to turn off the interior lights (i.e. you’re starting the car), give the “key in” chime, and disable the keyless entry remotes.
What should I do if my Mazda warning light keeps coming on?
If any of the following warning lights or the indicator light turns on/flashes, the system may have a malfunction. Contact an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer to have your vehicle inspected. If the ABS warning light stays on while you’re driving, the ABS control unit has detected a system malfunction.
Why does my car light flash when I put in the key?
All this is indicating is that the immobilizer is working. If the light flashes really quickly when you insert a key that means that the car is rejecting the ID code of your key. That just means that the key isn’t programmed into the ECU for the car, and the car won’t let you start it with that key.
What to do if your Mazda security system is not working?
Expose the key to any kind of magnetic field. Expose the key to high temperatures on places such as the instrument panel or bonnet, under direct sunlight. If the engine does not start with the correct key, and the security indicator light keeps illuminating or flashing, the system may have a malfunction. Consult an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
When the push button start is pressed from ON to ACC or OFF, the KEY indicator light (green) may flash for approximately 30 seconds indicating that the remaining battery power of the key is low. Replace with a new battery before the key becomes unusable.
What to do if your Mazda keyless remote is not working?
Simultaneously hold the open and the lock button down for 60 seconds. This should reset the system. If it worked, the interior car lights will go on and off. You may even hear the horn beep.
AFAIK the ignition switch would be where the key goes in and you turn with the key. There’s a little thing in there (button-like I suppose) that gets pushed in when there’s a key in the slot. That way the car knows to turn off the interior lights (i.e. you’re starting the car), give the “key in” chime, and disable the keyless entry remotes.
Why does my Mazda not start when I Turn on the ignition?
If when you turn on the ignition, the “Security” light stays on or flashes, it means that your car’s security system does not recognize the key or that there is a problem with some parts of the security system itself. Sometimes the key just needs to be reprogrammed.
Why does my Mazda 3 not start in neutral?
Sometimes a car does not start in “Parking” but starts in “Neutral” because of a problem with a safety switch in neutral. Are the battery cables tight and not corroded? Do you think there is enough fuel in the tank?
When to replace the battery in a Mazda 3?
Replace the battery with a new one if the KEY indicator light (green) flashes in the instrument cluster. Replacing the battery about once a year is recommended because the KEY warning light/indicator light may not illuminate or flash depending on the rate of battery depletion.