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tdf2001
10-13-2006, 02:32 PM
Can anyone enlighten me what the blue light/sensor is for in the middle of the ceiling right between the front seats? Initially I assumed it's a temperatur probe for the auto climate control, then I noticed the blue hue and now I am wondering if it's just mood lighting?
Mazda3
10-13-2006, 04:55 PM
Its the sensor for the smartcard system.
cruzdreamer
10-13-2006, 06:02 PM
Mood lighting for fun is all.....was not told it was for the smart card system...what is that anyway??
Mazda3
10-13-2006, 06:45 PM
It's actually called the intelligent key system. Its comes on the top model. You just carry a credit card sized smartcard in your pocket and you don't need a key or remote. The sensor detects the key so the vehicle will run.
singlemalt_18
10-13-2006, 07:31 PM
I think there may be some confusion here...

The little blue light is on all Grand Touring models, and it is ONLY an overhead blue light that is designed to cast a faint "glow" over the shift console area. In effect - a mood light! You need to really be in the dark to notice it.

I don't think this light is any kind of sensor, and it has nothing to do with the smartcard system.
tdf2001
10-14-2006, 01:11 AM
The little blue light is on all Grand Touring models, and it is ONLY an overhead blue light that is designed to cast a faint "glow" over the shift console area. In effect - a mood light! You need to really be in the dark to notice it.

You are right, it is hardly noticable in most other conditions but complete darkness. Can someone confirm that it's just a mood light? I'd be thrilled to point this out to my Landcruiser friends who think they drive the bomb but no mood light. Hehe.
02589
10-14-2006, 05:44 AM
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Mazda3
10-14-2006, 12:32 PM
I think there may be some confusion here...

The little blue light is on all Grand Touring models, and it is ONLY an overhead blue light that is designed to cast a faint "glow" over the shift console area. In effect - a mood light! You need to really be in the dark to notice it.

I don't think this light is any kind of sensor, and it has nothing to do with the smartcard system.

Check your owners manual. The sensor for the intelligent key system IS located in the spot where the blue light comes out of. Hope this ends the confusion.
Dalton
10-14-2006, 11:50 PM
Check your owners manual. The sensor for the intelligent key system IS located in the spot where the blue light comes out of. Hope this ends the confusion.

The sensor might be installed there, but bluish light acting as sensor would not make much sense?!? Still probably sensor with mood light :)
cruzdreamer
10-15-2006, 10:07 AM
I would think the sensor would be at the front of the dash where the sunlight sensor is. I have a GT and that blue light is just a light...I love it by the way. Well....maybe it's different with the tech package. Heck....let's just say it's both!!;]
CX7_Scott
10-15-2006, 01:37 PM
Not a sensor. Just for aesthetics.
tdf2001
10-15-2006, 09:14 PM
The sensor might be installed there, but bluish light acting as sensor would not make much sense?!? Still probably sensor with mood light :)
I don't have the auto key system. Do you have a page reference in the manual?
Mazda3
10-16-2006, 02:35 PM
PEOPLE, read your owners manual. The blue light is not the sensor, but the sensor IS located in that spot. Not in the front of the dash.
Hum
10-17-2006, 06:20 AM
If anyone has some time a photo would be nice thanks.
cruzdreamer
10-17-2006, 08:47 AM
PEOPLE, read your owners manual. The blue light is not the sensor, but the sensor IS located in that spot. Not in the front of the dash.
Mazda 3 ....sometimes it's easier just to ask.... so go easy. I read my manual.....can't find any info. on it!!! It's a cool blue light huh!!!
tdf2001
10-17-2006, 04:55 PM
Ok. I looked again and can't find the info on the magical blue light. Not saying it's not there. :confused:
Mazda3
10-18-2006, 11:32 AM
Section 3-7 shows where the sensors are. I can't find anything about the blue light. Maybe it's a Vulcan death ray? Don't put your hand under it :)
singlemalt_18
10-18-2006, 01:45 PM
Carol Anne! No, Carol Anne!

Stay away from the light!
kcshaner
10-18-2006, 04:00 PM
Is there any way to make this brighter? Perhaps a new bulb? It is to faint for my taste and my MDX has the same thing and is much brighter.
cx7myfirstmazda
10-24-2006, 06:34 PM
Section 3-7 shows where the sensors are. I can't find anything about the blue light. Maybe it's a Vulcan death ray? Don't put your hand under it :)
Maybe I'm wrong but if it was a Vulcan wouldn't it be green(glare)
G-Papi
10-25-2006, 01:16 PM
Walk to the light!!!!!