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2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard

Neutral Position Learning

2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Neutral Position Learning
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Engage the parking brake and use wheel chocks at the front and rear of the wheels.
  2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. (Engine off)
    CAUTION:
    • Inspect that the vehicle does not move before operation.
  3. Shift the selector lever to the N position.
    Fig 1: Shifting Selector Lever To N Position
    G03644813Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  4. Be sure to match the position of the TCM marking.
  5. Connect the WDS or equivalent to the DLC-2.
  6. Set up the WDS or equivalent (including the vehicle recognition).
    CAUTION:
    • The command cannot be input, unless the ignition switch is ON, the selector lever is in N position, the engine is stopped, and the vehicle speed is 0 km/h. {0 mph}
      Fig 2: Locating DLC-2 Connector
      G03644814Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  7. Select "Neutral Position Learning" and perform procedure according to directions on the WDS or equivalent screen.
    • If input NG is indicated, inspect again that the N position mark is correct.
      • If it is incorrect, adjust the manual shaft.
    • If input OK is indicated, turn the ignition switch off and the shift the selector lever to P position. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position after 5 s. 
  8. Shift the selector lever from P position to D range, then verify that the positions of the selector lever and the indicator are aligned.
    • If there is any malfunction, inspect the DTC. (See DTC TABLE .)
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