dave wrote:
> hi all.
>
> when i turn off my new 2008 XR5 Miata grand touring automatic, a red
> light flashes continuously on the status lights near the
> speedometer. it is a small red car with a key superimposed on it and
> it never goes away. days later it still is flashing.
>
> i dont have a car alarm, but i do have keyless entry with the folding
> key holder.
>
> my dealer service mgr said it was related to the keyless entry system
> and it was supposed to flash this way.
>
> i am dubious, though, because it looks more like a warning lite?
>
> anyone know what it is?
>
> thanks
> dave
> ---------------------
To quote page 5-48 of the owner's manual for my 2006:
Security Indicator Light
This indicator light starts flashing every 2
seconds when the ignition switch is turned
from the ON to the ACC position and the
immobilizer system is armed.
The light stops flashing when the ignition
switch is turned to the ON position with
the correct ignition key.
At this time, the immobilizer system is
disarmed and the lights illuminates for
about 3 seconds and then goes out.
If the engine doesn't start with the correct
ignition key, the security indicator
light keeps illuminating or flashing, the
system may have a malfunction. Consult
an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
--
John McGaw
[Knoxville, TN, USA]
http://johnmcgaw.com
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