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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA20086 S SPORT, 4D HATCHBACK, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 543 (ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (ABS/TCS))ABS/TCS ON-BOARD DIAGNOSISACTIVE COMMAND MODES PROCEDURE
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard
Active Command Modes Procedure
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Active Command Modes Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
- When driving, the ABS motor and each valve automatically turn ABS_POWER on, and then each command on. ABS_POWER regulates the power supply for the ABS motor and 8 valves.
- Connect M-MDS to the vehicle DLC-2 connector.
- After the vehicle is identified, select the following items from the initial screen of the M-MDS.
- When using the IDS (laptop PC)
- Select the "Toolbox" tab.
- Select "Datalogger".
- Select "Modules".
- Select "ABS".
- When using the PDS (Pocket PC)
- Select "Module Tests".
- Select "ABS/TCS".
- Select "Datalogger".
- When using the IDS (laptop PC)
- Select the active command modes from the PID table.
- Perform active command modes, inspect the operations for each part.
- If there is no operation sound from the relay, motor, and solenoid after the active command mode inspection is performed, it is possible that there is an open or short circuit in the wiring harness, relay, motor or solenoid, or sticking and operation malfunction.
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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.