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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA20086 S SPORT, 4D HATCHBACK, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 657 (SECURITY SYSTEM AND LOCKS SYSTEM)IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM COMPONENT REPLACEMENT/KEY ADDITION AND CLEARING[WITH KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM]NO.4 CHANGING THE METHOD FOR REGISTERING ADDITIONAL KEYSNOTES
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard
No.4 Changing the Method for Registering Additional Keys: Notes
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Mazda RX-8. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
- This procedure is for changing the enable/disable setting of the "No.1 Additional Key Registration Procedure (Using Two Valid Keys)".
- The default setting for new vehicles and keyless control modules is "Enabled".
- By disabling the "No.1 Additional Key Registration Procedure (Using Two Valid Keys)", only the M-MDS can be used to register additional keys, thereby preventing two valid keys from being used to create an unauthorized spare key. This function is for use by rental car or other companies with vehicle fleets.
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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.