Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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Using New Generation Star (NGS) Scan Tool To Retrieve DTCs
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Using New Generation Star (NGS) Scan Tool To Retrieve DTCs
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Mazda MPV and 2002 Mazda MPV. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Apply parking brake. Place shift lever in Park (A/T). Block wheels. Turn off all electrical accessories. Ensure engine is at normal operating temperature.
- Perform visual inspection. Ensure air cleaner and inlet ducts are clean, and system wiring harness is properly connected. Check for bent or broken connector terminals and corroded or loose wires. Check PCM, sensors and actuators for physical damage. Check engine coolant for proper level and mixture. Check for proper transmission fluid level and quality.
- Turn ignition off. Ensure proper memory (EPROM) card is inserted into NGS scan tool. Connect service connections of adapter cable to vehicle DLC-2 and NGS scan tool. See Fig 1-Fig 3 . Connect NGS scan tool power supply cable to power and listen for a double beep to indicate that scan tool is on.
- Start engine. If engine will not start, turn ignition on and program scan tool using the following steps:
- Select VEHICLE & ENGINE SELECTION.
- Select NEW VEHICLE YEAR & MODEL.
- Select DIAGNOSTIC DATA LINK.
- Select PCM-POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE.
- Select DIAGNOSTIC TEST MODE.
- Select READ/CLEAR DIAGNOSTIC TEST RESULTS.
- Select START and follow scan tool prompts.
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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.