NOTE:
In order to perform a forced ignition ON, the M-MDS is necessary. If the servicing is being done outside of an Authorized Mazda dealership, contact an Authorized Mazda dealership for instructions.
The forced ignition ON procedure forces a power supply to each part when no power is available even after the ignition switch has been operated. However, the engine cannot be started and the steering cannot be unlocked.
When performing a forced ignition ON procedure, remove all remote transmitters from the vehicle. If an remote transmitter is left in the vehicle, the forced ignition ON procedure cannot be done.
1. Verify that there are no remote transmitters in the vehicle.
2. Get PCM part number from As-built site.
3. Connect the M-MDS to the DLC-2.
4. Manual vehicle identification.
Select “Manual Vehicle Entry”.
5. Select the “All other” from Vehicle list.
6. Input the PCM part number on the following screen.

7. After the vehicle is identified, select the following items from the initialization screen of the M-MDS.
Select “Body”.
Select “Special Ignition ON”.
8. Perform the procedure according to the directions on the screen.
9. Delete the session, but keep the ignition ON.
10. Normal vehicle identification.
Electronic Spark Advance Control [Skyactiv G 2.0]
Fuel Distributor [Skyactiv G 2.0]Reduction Gear
Purpose/ Function
The reduction gear transmits the rotation input from the EPS motor, decreasing
the rotation speed and increasing the torque simultaneously.
Construction
The reduction gear consists of the worm wheel located on the steering column
main shaft and the worm sh ...
Liftgate Recess Removal/Installation
1. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver in the position indicated by the
arrow in the figure and detach hooks A.
2. Remove the liftgate recess in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure
avoiding hooks B.
3. Install in the reverse order of removal. ...
Liftgate Opener System
Outline
A liftgate opener system has been adopted in which the liftgate can be opened
just by pressing the liftgate opener switch.
The rear body control module (RBCM) performs liftgate opener system fail-safe..
Function
When the liftgate opener switch is pressed, the l ...