Mazda Protege (2003 year). Manual — part 4

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SRS Air Bags

Non-activation of side air bag

A side air bag will not normally inflate in the following cases:

Collision from the rear.

Collision from the front, but it may deploy
the front air bags.

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▼ Constant Monitoring

The following components of the air bag
systems are monitored by a diagnostic
system:

• SAS unit
• Air bag modules
• Side air bag crash sensor
• Front seat belt pretensioners
• Related wiring

A diagnostic module continuously
monitors the systems’ readiness. This
begins when the ignition switch is turned
to the ON position and continues while
the vehicle is being driven.

▼ Air Bag/Front Seat Belt

Pretensioner Systems Warning
Light

If the air bag/front seat belt pretensioner
system is OK, the warning light comes on
when the ignition switch is turned to the
ON position or after the engine is cranked.
After about 6 seconds it goes out.

A system malfunction is indicated when
the warning light constantly flashes, stays
on or doesn’t come on at all. If any of
these occur, consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer as soon as possible. The system
may not work in an accident.

▼ Maintenance

The air bag systems do not require regular
maintenance. But if any of the following
occurs, take your vehicle to an Authorized
Mazda Dealer as soon as possible:
• The air bag system warning light

flashes.

• The air bag system warning light stays

on.

• The air bag system warning light stays

off when the ignition switch is turned
to the ON position.

• The air bags inflate.

Self-Servicing the Air Bag/
Pretensioner Systems:
Self-servicing or tampering with the
systems is dangerous. An air bag/
pretensioner could accidentally
activate or become disabled. This
could cause serious injuries. Never
tamper with the systems and always
have an Authorized Mazda Dealer
perform all servicing and repairs.

WARNING

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Damaged Air Bag Sensors:
Driving with damaged air bag sensors
is dangerous. A collision, even one
not strong enough to inflate the air
bags, could damage the sensors. If
there was a subsequent collision, a
damaged sensor would not inflate the
air bags. Always have an Authorized
Mazda Dealer inspect the air bag
systems after a collision.

Removing Interior Parts:
Removing any components such as
the front seat, front dashboard, the
steering wheel or parts containing air
bag parts or sensors is dangerous.
These parts contain essential air bag
parts. The air bag could accidentally
activate and cause serious injuries.
Always have an Authorized Mazda
Dealer remove these parts.

Air Bag Disposal:
Improper disposal of an air bag or a
vehicle with live air bags in it can be
extremely dangerous. Unless all
safety procedures are followed, injury
can result. Ask an Authorized Mazda
Dealer how to safely dispose of an air
bag or how to scrap an air bag
equipped vehicle.

WARNING

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Explanation of basic operations and controls; opening/closing and adjustment
of various parts.

Doors and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 3-2
Keyless Entry System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Liftgate (Hatchback) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 3-9
Trunk Lid (Sedan) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 3-11
Trunk Release Handle (Sedan) . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12
Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 3-14
Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 3-16
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19
Roof Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21

Steering Wheel and Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 3-23

Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-23
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-23

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Doors and Locks

The keys operate all locks.

A code number is stamped on the plate
attached to the key set; detach this plate
and store it in a safe place (not in the
vehicle) for use if you need to make a
replacement key.

Also write down the code number and
keep it in another safe and handy place,
but not in the vehicle.

If your key is lost, consult your
Authorized Mazda Dealer with the code
number ready.

This system locks and unlocks the doors
and the liftgate.
It can also help you signal for attention in
an emergency.
Press the button slowly and accurately.

Keys

Keys and Children:
Leaving children in a vehicle with the
ignition key is dangerous. This could
result in someone being badly injured
or even killed. They could play with
power windows or other controls, or
even make the vehicle move. Don’t
leave the keys in your vehicle with
children.

WARNING

Key code number plate

Keyless Entry System

To avoid damage to the transmitter, do
not:
• Drop it.
• Get it wet.
• Disassemble it.
• Expose it to heat or sunlight.

CAUTION

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Doors and Locks

▼ Transmitter

Lock button

To lock the doors and the liftgate, press
the LOCK button and the hazard warning
lights will flash once.

To confirm that all the doors and the
liftgate have been locked, press the LOCK
button again within 5 seconds. If they are
closed and locked, the horn will sound
and the hazard warning lights will flash
once.

NOTE

• The keyless entry system is

designed to operate up to about 2.5
m (8 ft) from the center of the
vehicle, but this may vary because
of local conditions.

• The system doesn’t operate when

the ignition switch is in the ON
position.

• If the transmitter does not operate

when pressing a button or the
operation range becomes too small,
the battery may be dead. To install a
new battery, refer to Maintenance
(page 3-4).

• Additional transmitters can be

obtained at an Authorized Mazda
Dealer. Up to 3 transmitters can be
used with the keyless entry system
per vehicle. Bring all transmitters to
an Authorized Mazda Dealer when
the electronic codes need to be
reset.

Lock button

Unlock button

Panic button

NOTE

This device complies with part 15 of
the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of
Industry Canada. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1)
This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause
undesired operation. (Outside
transmissions may momentarily
interfere with the device’s operation.)

NOTE

Confirm that all the doors and the
liftgate are locked visually or aurally
by use of the double click.

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Doors and Locks

Unlock button

To unlock the driver’s door, press the
UNLOCK button and the hazard warning
lights will flash twice.

To unlock all the doors and the liftgate,
press the UNLOCK button again within 5
seconds and the hazard warning lights
will flash twice.

Panic button

You can use the button to turn on the
alarm, which allows you to signal for
attention in an emergency.

Turning on the alarm

Pressing the button once will trigger the
alarm for about 2 minutes and 30 seconds,
and do the following:
• The horn sounds intermittently.
• The hazard warning lights flash.

Turning off the alarm

Press any button on the transmitter.

▼ Transmitter Maintenance

NOTE

After unlocking with the transmitter,
all doors and the liftgate will
automatically lock if one of the doors
or the liftgate is not opened within
about 30 seconds.

NOTE

The alarm will work whether any door
or the liftgate is open or closed.

NOTE

If the LOCK and UNLOCK button are
pressed sequentially, the hazard
warning flasher may not flash
correctly.

• Make sure the battery is installed

with the correct pole facing upward.
Battery leakage could occur if it is
not installed correctly.

• When replacing the battery, be

careful not to bend the electrical
terminals or get oil on them. Also
be careful not to get dirt in the
transmitter as it could damage it.

• Danger of explosion if battery is

incorrectly replaced.

• Replace only with the same type

battery (CR2025 or the equivalent).

• Dispose of used batteries according

to the following instructions.

• Insulate the plus and minus

terminals of the battery using
cellophane or equivalent tape.

• Never disassemble.
• Never throw the battery into fire

and/or water.

• Never deform or crush.

CAUTION

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Doors and Locks

Replacing the transmitter battery

1. Insert a small screwdriver into the slot

and gently pry open the transmitter.

2. Press the portion of the battery

indicated by A and remove the battery.

3. Install a new battery (CR2025 or the

equivalent) into the front portion of the
holder with the positive pole (

)

facing up. Press on the B portion of the
battery to set the battery.

4. Align the front and back covers and

snap the transmitter shut.

Back cover

Slot

A

Do not press any buttons when
replacing the battery. The electronic
code could be altered and cause the
keyless entry system to malfunction.
If the keyless entry system fails to
operate, contact an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.

Back cover

Front of
holder

Front
cover

B

CAUTION

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Doors and Locks

▼ Service

If you have a problem with the keyless
entry system, consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.

If your transmitter is lost or stolen, bring
all remaining transmitters to an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible for a replacement and to make
the lost or stolen transmitter inoperative.

• Changes or modifications could

void your right to operate the
keyless entry system.

• Damage to your keyless entry

system will affect the vehicle
warranty coverage.

CAUTION

Door Locks

Unattended Children and Pets:
Leaving a child or an animal
unattended in a parked vehicle is
dangerous. In hot weather,
temperatures inside a vehicle can
become high enough to cause brain
damage or even death. Always take all
children and animals with you or
leave a responsible person with them.

Keys and Children:
Leaving children in a vehicle with the
ignition key is dangerous. This could
result in someone being badly injured
or even killed. They could play with
power windows or other controls, or
even make the vehicle move. Don’t
leave the keys in your vehicle with
children.

Unlocked Doors:
Unlocked doors in a moving vehicle
are dangerous. Passengers can fall
out if a door is accidentally opened
and can more easily be thrown out in
an accident. So keep all doors locked
when driving.

NOTE

Always remove the key from the
ignition switch, close all windows, and
lock all doors when leaving your
vehicle unattended. This discourages
intruders and thieves.

WARNING

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Doors and Locks

▼ Locking, Unlocking with Key

Either front door can be locked or
unlocked with a key.
Turn the key toward the front to unlock,
toward the back to lock.

▼ Locking, Unlocking with

Transmitter

The doors can be locked/unlocked by
operating the keyless entry system
transmitter, refer to keyless entry system
(page 3-2).

▼ Locking, Unlocking with Door-

Lock Button

To lock any door from the inside, push
down its door-lock button.
To unlock, pull it up.

To lock any door with the door-lock
button from the outside, push down its
door-lock button and close the door.

Unlock

Lock

Unlock

Lock

NOTE

When locking the doors this way, be
careful not to leave the key inside the
vehicle.

Door-lock button

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Doors and Locks

▼ Power Door Locks

Locking, unlocking with key

All doors and the liftgate lock
automatically when any door is locked
with a key. All doors and the liftgate
unlock when the driver’s door is unlocked
and the key is held in the unlock position
a second longer. Also, all doors and the
liftgate unlock when the passenger’s door
is unlocked.

Locking, unlocking with door-lock
switch

All doors and the liftgate lock
automatically when LOCK is pushed.
They all unlock when the unmarked part
of the door-lock switch is pushed.

▼ Rear Door Child Safety Locks

These locks are intended to help prevent
children from accidentally opening the
rear doors. Use them both whenever a
child rides in the vehicle.

If you slide the child safety lock to the
lock position before closing that door, the
door cannot be opened from the inside.
The door can be opened only by lifting the
outside handle.

NOTE

Holding the key in the unlocked
position in the driver’s door lock for
about a second unlocks all doors and
the liftgate. To unlock only the driver’s
door, insert a key into the driver’s door
lock and turn the key briefly to the
unlock position and then immediately
return it to the center position.

Unlock

Lock

Unlock

Lock

Lock

Unlock

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Doors and Locks

▼ Locking, Unlocking with Key

To lock the liftgate with the key, insert the
key and turn it counterclockwise.

To unlock the liftgate with the key, insert
the key and turn it clockwise.

The liftgate can be locked/unlocked by
inserting the key into the key slot of any
door, refer to Power Door Locks (page 3-
8).

▼ Locking, Unlocking with

Transmitter

The liftgate can be locked/unlocked by
operating the keyless entry system
transmitter, refer to Keyless Entry System
(page 3-2).

▼ Locking, Unlocking with Door-

Lock Switch

The liftgate can be locked/unlocked by
operating the door-lock switch, refer to
Power Door Locks (page 3-8).

▼ Opening and Closing the Liftgate

To open the liftgate, pull up on the handle.

To close, use both hands to push the
liftgate down until the lock snaps shut. Do
not slam it. Pull up on the liftgate to make
sure it is secure.

Liftgate (Hatchback)

Open Liftgate:
An open liftgate in a moving vehicle
will cause exhaust gas to be drawn
into the cabin. This gas contains CO
(carbon monoxide), which is
colorless, odorless, and highly
poisonous, and it can cause loss of
consciousness and death. Moreover,
an open liftgate could cause
occupants to fall out in accident. Do
not drive with the liftgate open.

WARNING

Lock

Unlock

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▼ Luggage Compartment

Luggage strap

The luggage compartment can be
accessed by opening the liftgate when the
straps are attached to the sides of the
liftgate.

Luggage compartment cover

This cover can be removed for more
room. To do this, just unfasten the straps;
then lift and pull it out.

Luggage compartment cover hook

Use the hook under the luggage
compartment cover to temporarily hold
the trunk mat.

Placing Cargo on the Cover:
Placing luggage or other cargo on top
of the luggage compartment cover is
dangerous. During sudden braking or
a collision, the cargo could become a
projectile that could hit and injure
someone. Don’t place anything on top
of the cover.

WARNING

Strap

Remove luggage or other cargo from
the trunk mat before lifting the mat to
avoid damaging the trunk mat or the
luggage compartment cover.

CAUTION

Hook

Trunk mat

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Doors and Locks

▼ Opening and Closing the Trunk

Opening the trunk lid with the key

Insert the key into the slot and turn it
clockwise.

Opening the trunk lid with the remote
release lever

Pull up the release lever next to the
driver’s seat.

Closing the trunk lid

Use both hands to push the trunk lid down
until the lock snaps shut. Do not slam it.
Pull up on the trunk lid to make sure it is
secure.

▼ Trunk Security

In some situations you may want to
prevent the trunk from being opened with
the remote trunk lid release lever.

Give your key only to someone you trust.

To secure the trunk lid, lock the rear
seatbacks (page 2-6) , push the trunk lock
lever up, and close the trunk.

Trunk Lid (Sedan)

Open Trunk and Exhaust Gas:
Exhaust gas in the cabin of a vehicle
is dangerous. This gas contains CO
(carbon monoxide), which is
colorless, odorless, and highly
poisonous. If inhaled, it can cause
loss of consciousness and death.
Because exhaust gas can get into the
cabin through an open trunk, keep
the trunk closed when driving.

WARNING

Open

Release lever

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Doors and Locks

To cancel the security feature, insert the
key into the lock, turn the key clockwise,
and push the trunk lock lever down.

▼ Trunk Light

The trunk light is on when the lid is open
and off when it’s closed.

Your vehicle is equipped with a trunk
release handle that provides a means of
escape for children and adults in the event
they become locked inside the trunk.

No matter how careful adults might be
with keys and locking their cars, parents
should be aware that children may be
tempted to play around vehicles and use
the trunk as a hiding place.

Adults are advised to familiarize
themselves with the operation and
location of the release handle so that all
children can be told about it in an
appropriate way, keeping in mind that
most vehicles don’t have such handles.

NOTE

To prevent the battery from being
discharged, do not leave the trunk open
for a long period when the engine is
not running.

Lock

Unlock

Trunk lock lever

Trunk Release Handle
(Sedan)

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Doors and Locks

▼ Opening the Trunk Lid from the

Inside

Pull the illuminated "T" shaped handle.
The handle is made of material that will
glow for hours in the darkness of the trunk
following a brief exposure to ambient
light.

The "T" shaped handle is located on the
inside of the trunk lid.

Open Trunk Lid and Children:
Leaving the trunk lid open or leaving
children in the vehicle with the keys is
dangerous. Children could open the
trunk lid and climb inside resulting in
possible injury or death from heat
exposure. Close the trunk lid, lock the
rear seatbacks and do not allow
children to play inside the vehicle.

Unattended Children and Pets:
Leaving children or animals
unattended in a parked vehicle is
dangerous. Babies left sleeping and
kids who lock themselves in cars or
trunks can die very quickly from heat
prostration. Don’t leave your children
or pets alone in a car at any time.
Don’t leave the car, the rear folding
seats or the trunk unlocked. Always
keep the car from being a tempting
place to play by locking rear seats,
doors and the trunk, and keeping the
keys where children won’t play with
them.

WARNING

Handle