Canceling the Code Number

2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Canceling the Code Number
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Complete each step (Steps 1-3) within 10 seconds  or the canceling procedure will be canceled.

  1. Turn the ignition switch to ACC position and then turn off the audio unit.
  2. First press the AUTO-M button, then simultaneously press channel button 6 for approximately 2 seconds  until "CODE" appears on the display.
    Fig 1: Pressing AUTO-M Button and Channel Button 6 Until "CODE" Appears On Display
    G03639022Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  3. Press the AUTO-M button again, then simultaneously press channel button 6 until dashes appear on the display.
    Fig 2: Pressing AUTO-M Button and Channel Button 6 Until Dashes Appear On Display
    G03639023Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  4. Use channel buttons 1-4 to input the current code number. Press button 1 for the first digit, 2 for the second, 3 for the third, and 4 for the last digit. Input the number within 10 seconds.  If the display is deleted, repeat the procedure from Step  1.
    NOTE:
    • Perform Step 5 within 10 seconds  after Step 4.
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