Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2002 Mazda Tribute DX 2WD L4-2.0LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Programmable Module Installation
NOTE: Do not remove the original module from the vehicle until the NGS Tester has retrieved the module's configuration information.
NOTE: Make sure the module is listed as being supported by programmable module installation, refer to MODULE CONFIGURATION.
NOTE: Make sure to use the flash cable when programming calibrations or running a PMI routine on the PCM.
NOTE: It is important to keep a record of any error message given by the tester during the programmable module installation routine. Additionally, observe the point during the routine that the error message is given and refer to the Diagnostic Tool Message Index MODULE CONFIGURATION. This will help determine what is causing the error message.
1. Select Programmable Module Installation on the NGS Tester.
2. Select Retrieve Module Configuration - Old ECU, and follow the text screens until successful.
3. Install the new module.
4. Select Restore Module Configuration - New ECU, and follow the text screens until successful.
NOTE: Make sure the module is listed as being supported by programmable module installation, refer to MODULE CONFIGURATION.
NOTE: Make sure to use the flash cable when programming calibrations or running a PMI routine on the PCM.
NOTE: It is important to keep a record of any error message given by the tester during the programmable module installation routine. Additionally, observe the point during the routine that the error message is given and refer to the Diagnostic Tool Message Index MODULE CONFIGURATION. This will help determine what is causing the error message.
1. Select Programmable Module Installation on the NGS Tester.
2. Select Retrieve Module Configuration - Old ECU, and follow the text screens until successful.
3. Install the new module.
4. Select Restore Module Configuration - New ECU, and follow the text screens until successful.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.