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Part 2
2009 Mazda 6 V6-3.7LSECTION Part 2
36. Obtain Incodes through MS3, one for HEC, one for SKE and one for PCM. On the MS3 home page select "OTHER APPLICATIONS", then "PATS". Fill out the required information and click "Submit".
37. After obtaining Incodes, select "YES" on IDS screen to continue.
38. Enter Incodes, then press tick.
39. Screen shows "Security Access Granted". Press tick.
40. Title of next screen shows "PARAMETER RESET" and the following information is displayed:
WARNING!
- You will need two keys to start the vehicle if you have replaced the PATS, IC, VIC, HEC or RKE module.
- Do you wish to continue?
Select YES. Screen will now reset security ID.
41. Screen shows Blue status bar. When status bar reaches 100% "This operation has been successful" is displayed.
Press tick.
42. Screen displays "Operation Successful". Press tick.
43. Screen displays "Which module have you replaced?" Select "IC", then press tick.
44. Screen displays "Module reset is now complete". Press tick.
NOTE:
At this time, the ignition keys (auxiliary keys) will need to be reprogrammed.
46. Screen title displays "PATS FUNCTIONS". Select "IGNITION KEY CODE ERASE and PROGRAM". Press tick.
46. Next screen warns you to make sure you have TWO (2) keys. Select YES to continue. Ignition key codes will now be erased.
47. Screen shows Blue status bar. When status bar reaches 100% "This operation has been successful" is displayed. Press tick.
48. Screen displays "All known keys have been erased. You must now program a minimum of two keys". Press tick.
49. Screen title shows "Keyless and PATS Functions".
50. Turn ignition switch OFF.
51. Remove start knob from ignition switch. Remove both ignition (auxiliary) keys from Advanced Keys to prepare for programming.
52. Insert first ignition key and turn to ON position (do not start engine). Count to 4 seconds, turn key OFF and remove key from ignition.
NOTE:
PATS light remains OFF and KEY light stays solid red.
53. Insert second ignition key (without keycard) and turn to ON position (do not start engine). Count to 4 seconds and turn key to OFF position.
NOTE:
PATS light remains OFF and KEY light stays solid red.
54. Start engine with second key to confirm programming.
55. Turn engine OFF and remove key.
NOTE:
PATS light now flashes and KEY light continues to stay solid red.
56. Start engine with first key to confirm programming.
57. Turn engine OFF and remove key.
58. Install start knob onto ignition switch.
59. Ensure at least one Advance Key is in the vehicle. Turn ignition to ON position by pressing and turning start knob. DO NOT start engine.
60. While still at the "Keyless and PATS Functions" screen, select "EXIT (From This Menu)". Press tick.
61. Screen displays "Operator Action". Press X to exit (above tick).
62. Screen shows "Vehicle Specification".
63. Select "FOLDER" tab at bottom. Select "COMPLETE (DELETES RECORDINGS)". Press tick.
64. Turn ignition OFF and disconnect IDS from vehicle DLC.
65. Remove start knob and confirm all keys start engine.
66. Install start knob.
67. Confirm Advance Key programming by starting engine with both keys. Place programmed card key more than 3 feet away from vehicle, then place 2nd programmed card key on passenger seat and start vehicle.
68. Confirm Lock/Unlock functions work properly on each Advance Key.
69. The configuration procedure is now completed.
37. After obtaining Incodes, select "YES" on IDS screen to continue.
38. Enter Incodes, then press tick.
39. Screen shows "Security Access Granted". Press tick.
40. Title of next screen shows "PARAMETER RESET" and the following information is displayed:
WARNING!
- You will need two keys to start the vehicle if you have replaced the PATS, IC, VIC, HEC or RKE module.
- Do you wish to continue?
Select YES. Screen will now reset security ID.
41. Screen shows Blue status bar. When status bar reaches 100% "This operation has been successful" is displayed.
Press tick.
42. Screen displays "Operation Successful". Press tick.
43. Screen displays "Which module have you replaced?" Select "IC", then press tick.
44. Screen displays "Module reset is now complete". Press tick.
NOTE:
At this time, the ignition keys (auxiliary keys) will need to be reprogrammed.
46. Screen title displays "PATS FUNCTIONS". Select "IGNITION KEY CODE ERASE and PROGRAM". Press tick.
46. Next screen warns you to make sure you have TWO (2) keys. Select YES to continue. Ignition key codes will now be erased.
47. Screen shows Blue status bar. When status bar reaches 100% "This operation has been successful" is displayed. Press tick.
48. Screen displays "All known keys have been erased. You must now program a minimum of two keys". Press tick.
49. Screen title shows "Keyless and PATS Functions".
50. Turn ignition switch OFF.
51. Remove start knob from ignition switch. Remove both ignition (auxiliary) keys from Advanced Keys to prepare for programming.
52. Insert first ignition key and turn to ON position (do not start engine). Count to 4 seconds, turn key OFF and remove key from ignition.
NOTE:
PATS light remains OFF and KEY light stays solid red.
53. Insert second ignition key (without keycard) and turn to ON position (do not start engine). Count to 4 seconds and turn key to OFF position.
NOTE:
PATS light remains OFF and KEY light stays solid red.
54. Start engine with second key to confirm programming.
55. Turn engine OFF and remove key.
NOTE:
PATS light now flashes and KEY light continues to stay solid red.
56. Start engine with first key to confirm programming.
57. Turn engine OFF and remove key.
58. Install start knob onto ignition switch.
59. Ensure at least one Advance Key is in the vehicle. Turn ignition to ON position by pressing and turning start knob. DO NOT start engine.
60. While still at the "Keyless and PATS Functions" screen, select "EXIT (From This Menu)". Press tick.
61. Screen displays "Operator Action". Press X to exit (above tick).
62. Screen shows "Vehicle Specification".
63. Select "FOLDER" tab at bottom. Select "COMPLETE (DELETES RECORDINGS)". Press tick.
64. Turn ignition OFF and disconnect IDS from vehicle DLC.
65. Remove start knob and confirm all keys start engine.
66. Install start knob.
67. Confirm Advance Key programming by starting engine with both keys. Place programmed card key more than 3 feet away from vehicle, then place 2nd programmed card key on passenger seat and start vehicle.
68. Confirm Lock/Unlock functions work properly on each Advance Key.
69. The configuration procedure is now 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:
- • 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.