Ignition Switch Positions; Acc (Accessory) - Mazda CX-7 Owner's Manual

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Knowing Your Mazda
Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System
qStarting the Engine

Ignition switch positions

As there is no traditional key, some of the
ignition switch functions are different.
OFF/LOCK
Start knob
The engraved mark on the actual vehicle
may read OFF or LOCK depending on the
type of ignition system.
OFF/LOCK Knob Released
The power supply to electrical devices is
turned off.
OFF/LOCK Knob Depressed
The ignition can be switched to ACC
when the KEY indicator light (green)
illuminates in the instrument cluster.
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WARNING
Before leaving the driver's seat, always
switch the ignition to OFF/LOCK, set the
parking brake and make sure the shift
lever is in P:
It is important to switch the ignition
to OFF/LOCK even if you are not
removing the key from the ignition or
leaving the vehicle. Leaving the key
in other positions will disable some of
the vehicle security systems and run
the battery down.
Leaving the driver's seat without
switching the ignition to OFF/LOCK,
setting the parking brake and
shifting the shift lever to P is
dangerous. Unexpected vehicle
movement could occur. This could
cause an accident.
NOTE
If turning the ignition switch is difficult,
l
move the steering wheel left and right.
The ignition cannot be switched from ACC
l
to OFF/LOCK when the shift lever is not in
P.

ACC (Accessory)

In this position, some electrical
accessories will operate.
NOTE
The Advanced Keyless Entry System does not
function in the ACC position, and the doors
will not lock/unlock using the transmitter or
request switches even if the advanced key is
carried away from the vehicle.
ON
This is the normal running position after
the engine is started. The warning lights
(except brakes) should be inspected
before the engine is started (page 5-45).