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]Front Body Straight Line Dimensions (2) [Dimensions]
Point symbol
Designation
Hole diameter or bolt or nut size mm {in}
A
Roof seamless location
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B
Cabin side outer frame (front pillar outer) projection location
-
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Starter Inspection [Skyactiv G 2.0]
On-vehicle Inspection
1. Verify that the battery is fully charged.
2. The starter is normal if it rotates smoothly and without any noise when the
engine is cranked.
If the starter does not operate, inspect the following:
Remove the starter, and inspect the starter unit.
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Automatic Transaxle Shift Mechanism Removal/Installation
Selector Lever Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the front console..
3. Disconnect the selector lever component connector.
4. Remove the selector cable (selector lever side)..
5. Remove the nuts from the selector lever.
6. Remove the knob.
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