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Knowing Your Mazda
Doors and Locks
Form No. 8Q94-EA-02G
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Locking, Unlocking with Key
To lock the liftgate with the key, insert the
key and turn it counterclockwise.
To unlock the liftgate with the key, insert
the key and turn it clockwise.
The liftgate can be locked/unlocked by
inserting the key into the key slot of any
door, refer to Power Door Locks (page 3-
8).
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Locking, Unlocking with
Transmitter
The liftgate can be locked/unlocked by
operating the keyless entry system
transmitter, refer to Keyless Entry System
(page 3-2).
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Locking, Unlocking with Door-
Lock Switch
The liftgate can be locked/unlocked by
operating the door-lock switch, refer to
Power Door Locks (page 3-8).
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Opening and Closing the Liftgate
To open the liftgate, pull up on the handle.
To close, use both hands to push the
liftgate down until the lock snaps shut. Do
not slam it. Pull up on the liftgate to make
sure it is secure.
Liftgate (Hatchback)
Open Liftgate:
An open liftgate in a moving vehicle
will cause exhaust gas to be drawn
into the cabin. This gas contains CO
(carbon monoxide), which is
colorless, odorless, and highly
poisonous, and it can cause loss of
consciousness and death. Moreover,
an open liftgate could cause
occupants to fall out in accident. Do
not drive with the liftgate open.
WARNING
Lock
Unlock
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