Setting the Code Number

2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Setting the Code Number
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Complete each step (Steps 1-3) within 10 seconds  or the setting 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
    G03639018Courtesy 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
    G03639019Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  4. Select a personal code number and record it before inputting it. If the number is input and then forgotten, it cannot be canceled, and if the unit is disconnected again, the audio unit will be inoperative.
  5. Use channel buttons 1-4 to input the selected 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 6 within 10 seconds  after Step 5.
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