Press the lock button on the transmitter 4 times within 3 seconds to turn on the operation indicator light. Press the lock button continuously for 1.5 seconds or longer while the operation indicator light turns on (for 5 seconds). With the advanced keyless function.
Third step is to reset the key. (stand near the car and press both the lock and unlock on the key for 60 seconds. It makes the car lock/unlock/lights go on/horn beep). Apparently this resets the key. If this doesn’t work, then the transmitter/receiver inside the car could have an issue. What does it mean when your Mazda says "Keyless System Malfunction"? This message means that you no longer can use the keyless entry feature. Your small button on the door handle may not function and the car may not start when you try to press the engine start button. Just got my 2019 Mazda 3 Hatchback about a week ago, and I noticed that the Keyless entry using the touchpad behind the door handle sometimes does not work. You can't unlock or lock the doors when you either touch the sensors. This has happened more frequent now. Went to the dealer and as you expect, I got the "Cannot replicate" answer. This is a common issue in Mazda smart key system. Sometimes dashboard will show a red light (keyless system ‘Keyless Entry Malfunction’ error) but the keys are working properly. Here comes an example: Programmed 2 keys for Mazda 3 2014 manual transmission(all keys lost) after that red light is on (keyless system error). 2 keys […] A video tutorial on how to start a 2019 - 2023 Mazda 3 with a remote key fob that has a dead battery or is showing the error message Touch Key Fob To Push Bu Hello community, I got a new Mazda 3 Hatchback 2020 back in Feb. It has been amazing but today my keyless entry did not work. When trying to turn on the car the dash would say "key not detected - Hold Key fob against button". Then the car will then start. Is it the battery? The car is almost brand new. Am I at risk of being stranded somewhere? This message is displayed if the advanced keyless entry & push button start system has a problem. Contact an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer. If the message is indicated, or the push button start indicator light (amber) flashes, the engine may not start.2007 Mazda CX-9 Keyless Entry fob seems to be OK meaning battery, locks and unlocks fine. However the system (internal to the car seems to be very hit or miss. have to physically lock or unlock the do …