With two programmed card keys

2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION With two programmed card keys
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  1. Bring the programmed card keys (2) and a unprogrammed card key into the vehicle.
  2. Close all doors.
  3. Insert the supplementary key into the ignition key cylinder.
    NOTE:
    • Complete the procedures up to Step Β 7 within 30 sΒ  after the supplementary key is inserted.
  4. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
  5. Press the UNLOCK button on card key 1.
  6. Press the UNLOCK button on card key 2.
  7. From the ignition switch in the ON position, switch the ignition switch in the order indicated below.
    • ACC-->ON-->ACC-->ON-->ACC-->ON
  8. Open the driver-side front door, press the door switch twice,Β  and then close the door.
    NOTE:
    • After Step Β 3 is completed and the card key programming mode is activated, the door lock actuator operates to lock, and then operates to unlock.
    • If the door lock actuator does not operate, repeat the procedure from Step Β 2.
  9. Press the UNLOCK button on the unprogrammed card key twice.
    NOTE:
    • After Step Β 8 is completed and the card key is programmed, the door lock actuator operates to lock, and then operates to unlock.
  10. If programming more card keys, remove the supplementary key once, and then repeat the procedure from Step Β 2.
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