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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA20086 S SPORT, 4D HATCHBACK, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 75 (POWER DOOR LOCKS & KEYLESS ENTRY)SYMPTOM TESTSTEST NO. 3: TRANSMITTER ID CODE CANNOT BE REPROGRAMMEDDIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard
Diagnostic Procedure
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Diagnostic Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Mazda MPV. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove rear cover on transmitter. See Figure . Inspect battery for correct installation and type (CR2025). Check for rust or poor connections between terminals and battery. Repair any problems found and go to step 6 . If no problems were found, go to next step.
- Check battery voltage. See TRANSMITTER BATTERY under COMPONENT TESTS. If battery voltage is as specified, go to next step. If battery voltage is not as specified, replace battery and go to step 6 .
- Inspect keyless control module bracket and ground screw for loose installation. If bracket and ground screw are securely installed, go to next step. If bracket or ground screw is not securely installed, tighten bracket or ground screw and go to PRELIMINARY INSPECTION step 6 under TROUBLE SHOOTING.
- Substitute known-good battery in transmitter and retest. If anti-theft/keyless entry system works properly, replace battery and go to step 6 . If anti-theft/keyless entry system does not work properly, go to next step.
- Using another known-good transmitter, reprogram keyless control module ID code. See CHANGING KEYLESS CONTROL MODULE ID CODE under PROGRAMMING. If anti-theft/keyless entry system works properly, replace transmitter. If anti-theft/keyless entry system does not work properly, replace keyless control module. See KEYLESS CONTROL MODULE under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Reprogram keyless control module ID code and go to next step.
- Recheck anti-theft/keyless entry system operation. If system is functioning properly, repairs are complete. If system is still malfunctioning, go back to step 1 and retest system.
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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.