seatbelt reminder

[RUS]

Hi . Does anybody know how to make this device not to beep at all
Please do not tell me to fasten seatbelts I need some other advices
Sorry English is not my native
Thanks in advance
Vit, Moscow, Russia.

[majic]

Originally posted by RUS


Hi . Does anybody know how to make this device not to beep at all
Please do not tell me to fasten seatbelts I need some other advices
Sorry English is not my native
Thanks in advance
Vit, Moscow, Russia.


if you do not want to hear the OBVIOUS answer then don\'t pose such a question. :sarc

i can\'t see a reason NOT to buckle up.. even in the parking lot.. even for a split second. u might as well cut the buckle off and put it in the slot permanently since you don\'t want to use the seatbelt.

[bluntman]

Originally posted by RUS


Hi . Does anybody know how to make this device not to beep at all
Please do not tell me to fasten seatbelts I need some other advices
Sorry English is not my native
Thanks in advance
Vit, Moscow, Russia.

If you want it turned off permanently then you\'ll have to go to your dealer to have them program the computer not to beep when you have your seatbelt undone.

[kyfe]

isn\'t it just a fuse?

[FLIPDADY]

Originally posted by kyfe


isn\'t it just a fuse?
Nope, there\'s an actual procedure that has to be done. This should only be done by the dealer. Why would you want the warning off?

[MAZDA Kitten]

There is something in the owners manual about it... Ill dig it up and see what it says

[bluntman]

From what I\'ve read, that is the temporary \"fix\", as soon as the engine is turned off and the restarted you\'ll have to do that procedure again.

Turn the ignition to the ON position
Fasten the driver\'s seatbelt for 2 seconds or long and then unfasten it within 20 seconds

^^^ that last point I don\'t understand :(

[Melenium]

I gotta say that the seatbelt minder, while well intentioned is quite irritating. For example if reversing out of a tight spot, its often easier without the belt on.. and then usually I\'ll leave the belt off because to get out of the lot at work I have to reach out the window to the prox-card reader... and for the minute or two it takes to get out, its pretty annoying. I\'m going to get the dealer to disable it at the first oil change.

[RUS]

Thanks everybody
I found the answer

08-002/04 MAZDA3 - SEAT BELT MINDER DEACTIVATION
APPLICABLE MODEL(S)/VINS
Mazda3

DESCRIPTION
The seat belt minder is a supplemental warning to the seat belt warning function. This feature provides an additional reminder to the driver that the seat belt is not fastened by an intermittent, audible beep sound and flashing of the seat belt warning light in the instrument cluster.

The seat belt minder can be deactivated either temporarily or over the long term and can be restored again, if the customer wishes. This bulletin outlines the deactivation procedure. (Note: The seat belt warning function is not deactivated.)

The Owner\'s Manual has been updated to include this information.

SERVICE PROCEDURE
NOTE: Although the belt minder can be deactivated by customer choice, it is recommended the customer to leave it activated as an additional safety feature. Ask them to have it reactivated before selling the vehicle to a new owner too, to get the maximum effect.

TEMPORARY DEACTIVATION
To temporarily deactivate the belt minder, turn the ignition switch to ON, fasten the driver\'s seat belt for about 2 seconds or longer, then unfasten it within 20 seconds. The belt minder will be deactivated temporarily, until the ignition switch is turned to ON next time. (Temporary deactivation can be cancelled by turning the ignition switch OFF, then ON.)

LONG-TERM DEACTIVATION
To deactivate the belt minder long-term, change the configuration of the Instrument Cluster using WDS.

Identify the vehicle, and make sure the vehicle specification screen appears.

Select \"Module Programming\" and press tick.

Select \"Programmable Parameters\" then \"Warning Lamps/Chimes\" and press tick.

Select \"Belt Minder\" -) IC (Instrument Cluster)\" then \"Disabled\" and press tick.

Turn the ignition switch to OFF and press tick.

Verify operation.
PS to majic your answer is not so OBVIOUS

[FLIPDADY]

You have to come into the dealership to deactivate the minder long term.

[midnightfxgt]

Wasnt both of these procedures already outlined by Bluntman?? :sarc

JOHN

[bluntman]

Gonna move this to the Electrical section

[ng3]

I know this may be a dumb question but what is WDS?

[bluntman]

WDS (http://www.acronymfinder.com/af-query.asp?String=exact&Acronym=wds), take your pick. :D

Seriously though, I think it\'s the name of a computer that the dealer can attach to the car.

[ng3]

I found it :D


WDS (Worldwide Diagnostic Systems)


This model is so advanced that it requires specialist servicing using the Worldwide Diagnostic System (WDS) to maintain its peak on-road performance. These systems are only available at authorised Mazda servicing dealerships, where fully trained technicians can diagnose and address performance related issues. You also get the peace of mind of knowing that the integrity of the car is guaranteed, care of genuine Mazda book servicing.