Customer Spare Key Programming Without Using SST (WDS or equivalent) Set-up

2008 Mazda Tribute s Sport, 4WDSECTION Customer Spare Key Programming Without Using SST (WDS or equivalent) Set-up
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
  • With this function, enabling and disabling of the "When the customer has two or more valid keys" function can be set using the SSTΒ  (WDS or equivalent). This function is provided to prohibit drivers from performing the reprogram procedure on vehicles owned by rental car companies or other large vehicle fleet owners.
  1. Connect the SSTΒ  (WDS or equivalent).
  2. Using valid or new key, turn ignition switch to the ON position.
  3. Perform security access approval. (See SECURITY ACCESS PROCEDUREΒ .)
  4. Select "Customer Spare Key Programming Enable/Disable".
  5. The following chart in Fig 1 indicates setting of the customer spare key programming.
Fig 1: Setting Of Spare Key Programming Chart
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