Mazda CX-8 Quick Manual page 138

Before Driving
Keys
The hazard warning lights flash twice and
the liftgate opens/closes after the beep
sounds.
Type A
▼ 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 luggage compartment is out of the

assured operational range, however, if
the key (transmitter) is operable the
engine will start.
Interior aerial
3-6
Type B
Operational range
NOTE
The engine may not start if the key is
placed in the following areas:
Around the instrument panel

In the storage compartments such as the

glove compartment or the centre 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.