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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA20105 SPORT, 2.3 L, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKESTRACTION CONTROLDYNAMIC STABILITY CONTROL SYSTEMCOMBINED SENSOR INITIALIZATION PROCEDURE

2010 Mazda 5 Sport, 2.3 L, Standard

Combined Sensor Initialization Procedure

2010 Mazda 5 Sport, 2.3 L, StandardSECTION Combined Sensor Initialization Procedure

WARNING:

If the initialization procedure is not completed, the DSC will not operate properly and it might cause an unexpected accident. Therefore, after replacing or removing the combined sensor or DSC HU/CM, make sure to perform the initialization procedure to insure proper DSC operation.

Inspect the wheel alignment and the tire pressure.
- If there is any malfunction, adjust the applicable part.
Position the vehicle on level ground.
Turn the ignition switch off.
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 (laptop PC)
  1. Select "Chassis".
  2. Select "ABS/DSC".
  3. Select "Sensor Initialization".
- When using the PDS (Pocket PC)
  1. Select "Module Tests".
  2. Select "ABS".
  3. Select "DataLogger".
  4. Select "LATACCEL".
    
    Fig 1: Identifying DLC-2 Connector
    Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Perform the initialization procedure according to the directions on the screen.
Drive the vehicle.
After 5 min or more of driving, verify that the DSC system is normal.

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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.