Mazda CX-9 Quick Setup Guide

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 •   To open, pull up on the handle

and raise the liftgate.

 •   To close, push the liftgate down

with both hands until it securely
locks, but do not slam.

 •   Start the engine by pushing the Start knob all the way in. When the  

indicator light illuminates green, turn the Start knob from  

the ACC position to the START position and hold until the engine starts.

 •   Shut the engine OFF by turning the Start knob to the ACC position and  

then pressing in and turning to the LOCK position.

 •   The

indicator light will show green when the advanced key is

detected. If the 

indicator light flashes green, the advanced key

transmitter battery power is low.

Note: Emergency Vehicle Entry/Engine Start

If advanced key cannot be used due to a malfunction  
or dead advanced key battery, use the auxiliary key  
to lock/unlock doors and to start the engine.
To start vehicle, remove start knob cover by pressing
both side release buttons while pulling. Insert auxiliary  
key into key cylinder and turn to start engine.

 •   To open or close using the keyless transmitter, press and hold the

open/close button for one second or more.

 •   To open or close from the driver’s seat, press and hold the power

liftgate switch on the dashboard (see Driver’s View) for one second
or more.

 •   To close when the liftgate is open, press and hold the power liftgate

switch located on the lower edge of the liftgate panel for one  
second or more.

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