Mazda RX-8 Workshop Manual page 3455

2 Did the customer activate the transmitter
(card key) within operative area (Within
2.5 m {8.2 ft} from area around
vehicle)?
3 Did the customer use the keyless entry
system in particular area, such as being
near TV towers, power plants, power lines,
or factories?
4 Did the customer activate the keyless
entry system with the key inserted into the
steering lock?
5 Are any of the following after-market
electrical parts on the vehicle?
Cellular phone
Radio-wave equipment
Remote engine starter
TV
Other
6 Disconnect the after-market electrical
parts connectors and attempt to
lock/unlock the doors with the transmitter
(card key).
Does the keyless entry system work?
7 Is there repair record of the customer's
keyless entry system?
8 Does the malfunction occur after the
repair?
YesGo to the next step.
No The system is normal. Explain to the customer that the system
does not work without the system operative area.
YesThe system is normal.
Area of operation is subject.
Explain effect of outside interference on the transmitter (card key)
to the customer.
No Go to the next step.
YesThe system is normal. Explain to the customer that the system
does not work with the key inserted into the steering lock.
No Go to the next step.
YesGo to the next step.
No Go to Step 7.
YesThe system is normal. The after-market electrical parts are
interfering with the keyless entry system.
No Go to the next step.
YesGo to the next step.
No Go to Step 10.
YesGo to the next step.