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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA2008CX-7 TOURING, 2.3 3, AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)BODY & FRAMEDOOR LOCKSSECURITY SYSTEM AND LOCKS SYSTEMKEYLESS CONTROL MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION[ADVANCED KEYLESS SYSTEM]

2008 Mazda CX-7 Touring, 2.3 3, AWD

Keyless Control Module Removal/Installation[Advanced Keyless System]

2008 Mazda CX-7 Touring, 2.3 3, AWDSECTION Keyless Control Module Removal/Installation[Advanced Keyless System]

NOTE:

If the keyless control module is replaced, always perform the following procedure.
Without immobilizer system
- Card key programming (See CLEARING CARD KEY[ADVANCED KEYLESS SYSTEM] .)
- Steering lock unit programming (See STEERING LOCK UNIT ID CODE REGISTRATION[ADVANCED KEYLESS SYSTEM] .)
With immobilizer system
- Card key programming (See CLEARING CARD KEY[ADVANCED KEYLESS SYSTEM] .)
- Steering lock unit programming (See STEERING LOCK UNIT ID CODE REGISTRATION[ADVANCED KEYLESS SYSTEM] .)
- Immobilizer system resetting (with immobilizer system) (See IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM COMPONENT REPLACEMENT/KEY ADDITION AND CLEARING[ADVANCED KEYLESS SYSTEM] .)

Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Remove the front side trim. (See FRONT SIDE TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
Disconnect the keyless control module connector.
Remove the bolt, then remove the keyless control module.
Install in the reverse order of removal. BOLT

Fig 1: Identifying Keyless Control Module Connector
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

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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.