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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA20086 S SPORT, 4D HATCHBACK, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 278 (SECURITY SYSTEM AND LOCKS SYSTEM)IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM REPROGRAM PROCEDURESECURITY ACCESS PROCEDURE
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard
Security Access Procedure
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Security Access Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
- When using the SST (WDS) to perform "Ignition Key Code Erase" or "Customer Spare Key Programming Enable/Disable", it is necessary to obtain security access approval.
- Connect the SST (WDS).
- Select "Tool box", "Body", "Security", and then "PATS Functions" (in this order).
- The SST (WDS) will read out an outcode depending on the designated procedure.CAUTION:
- After reading out the outcode, do not turn ignition switch from LOCK to ON position 5 times, otherwise the outcode value will be changed.
- Access Mazda incode that corresponds to the outcode.
- Input the incode to the SST (WDS).
- Verify that the security access procedure finishes normally.
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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.