Mazda Automobile - Ignition Switch; Starting and Driving

Black plate (162,1)
Ignition Switch
With advanced key
Refer to “Starting the engine (page 3-12)”
for information on how to use the ignition
switch.
qIgnition Switch Positions
(Without Advanced Key)
The engraved mark (LOCK) indicated in
the illustration may differ from that
indicated on the actual vehicle (it may
read OFF).
OFF/LOCK
The power supply to electrical devices is
turned off. Only in this position can the
key be removed.
Manual transaxle
To switch the ignitio n from ACC to OFF/
LOCK, push the button when the key is at
the ACC position, then turn the key to the
OFF/LOCK position.
Button
Push the
button
Automatic transaxle
To switch the ignitio n from ACC to OFF/
LOCK, the shift lever must be in the P
position.
Shift lever
engaged in P
(park)
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Driving Your Mazda
Starting and Driving
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