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]Gear Position Indicator [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Purpose/Function
The gear position indicator illuminates while under manual shift control
and displays the gear number while driving.
Construction
The gear position indicator is built into the instrument cluster.
Operation
The TCM sends a gear position indic ...
Audio Control Switch Operation
When the audio unit is turned on, operation of the audio unit from the steering
wheel is possible.
NOTE
Because the audio unit will be turned off under the following conditions,
the switches will be inoperable.
• When the ignition is switched off.
• When the power button on the audio uni ...
DRL (Daytime Running Light) Bulb Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Disconnect the connector.
3. Rotate the DRL bulb in the direction of the arrow (1) shown in the figure
and remove it from the front combination light in the direction of the arrow (2)
shown in the figure.
4. Install in the reverse order ...