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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA2008CX-7 TOURING, 2.3 3, AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE PERFORMANCETESTING & DIAGNOSISON-BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM) - (1 OF 5)ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTIC TEST[L3 WITH TC]ON-BOARD SYSTEM READINESS TESTS ACCESS PROCEDURE
2008 Mazda CX-7 Touring, 2.3 3, AWD
On-Board System Readiness Tests Access Procedure
2008 Mazda CX-7 Touring, 2.3 3, AWDSECTION On-Board System Readiness Tests Access Procedure
- Connect the M-MDS to the DLC-2.
- After the vehicle is identified, select the following items from the initial screen of the M-MDS.
- When using the IDS (notebook PC)
- Select the "Toolbox" tab.
- Select "Powertrain".
- Select "OBD Test Modes".
- Select "Mode 1 Powertrain Data".
- When using the PDS (pocket PC)
- Select "OBD II Modes".
- Select "Mode 1 Powertrain Data".
- When using the IDS (notebook PC)
- Then, select the "***SUP" and "***EVAL" PIDs in the PID selection screen.
- Monitor those PIDs and check it system monitor is completed.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.