Mazda mx-5 2017 Owner's Manual page 63

NOTE
The panic button will work whether any
door or the trunk lid is open or closed.
(Turning on the alarm)
Pressing the panic button for 1 second or
more will trigger the alarm for about 2
minutes and 30 seconds, and the following
will occur:
The horn sounds intermittently.

The hazard warning lights flash.

(Turning off the alarm)
The alarm stops by pressing any button on
the key.
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 trunk is out of the assured

operational range, however, if the key
(transmitter) is operable the engine will
start.
With the advanced keyless function
Interior antenna
Without the advanced keyless function
Interior antenna
NOTE
The engine may not start if the key is
placed in the following areas:
Around the dashboard

In the storage compartments 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.
Before Driving
Keys
Operational range
Operational range
3–7