Mazda CX-8 Quick Manual page 136

Before Driving
Keys
CAUTION
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority
to operate the equipment.
NOTE
The keyless entry system operation may

vary due to local conditions.
The keyless entry system is fully

operational (door/liftgate lock/unlock)
when the ignition is switched off. The
system does not operate if the ignition is
switched to any position other than off.
If the key does not operate when

pressing a button or the operational
range becomes too small, the battery
may be weak. To install a new battery,
refer to Key Battery Replacement (page
6-29).
Battery life is about 1 year. Replace the

battery with a new one if the messages
are displayed in the instrument cluster.
Replacing the battery about once a year
is recommended because the KEY
warning indication may not illuminate
or flash depending on the rate of battery
depletion.
Additional keys can be obtained at an

Authorised Mazda Repairer. Up to 6
keys can be used with the keyless
functions per vehicle. Bring all keys to
an Authorised Mazda Repairer when
additional keys are required.
3-4
▼ Transmitter
Operation indicator light
NOTE
The headlights turn on/off by operating

the transmitter. Refer to Leaving Home
Light on page 4-47.
The hazard warning lights flash when

the theft-deterrent system is armed or
turned off.
Refer to Theft-Deterrent System on page
3-35.
A beep sound can be heard for

confirmation when the doors and the
liftgate are locked/unlocked using the
key. If you prefer, the beep sound can be
turned off.
The volume of the beep sound can also
be changed.
Refer to Personalisation Features on
page 9-9.
Use the following procedure to change the
setting.
1. Switch the ignition off and close all of
the doors and the liftgate.
2. Open the driver's door.
3. Within 30 seconds of opening the
driver's door, press and hold the LOCK
button on the key for 5 seconds or
longer.
Operation buttons