DSC/RSC Sensor Initialization Procedure

2010 Mazda CX-9 Sport, 3.7 V, AWDSECTION DSC/RSC Sensor Initialization Procedure
WARNING:
  • Unless the initialization procedure of the DSC/RSC HU/CM is completed, the DSC/RSC will not operate, causing an unexpected accident. Therefore, always perform the initialization procedure to ensure DSC/RSC operation if the DSC/RSC HU/CM or SAS control module have been removed or replaced.
  1. Inspect the wheel alignment and inflation pressure.
    • If there is any malfunction, adjust the applicable part.
  2. Park the vehicle on level ground.
  3. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position.
  4. Connect the M-MDS to the DLC-2.
  5. After the vehicle is identified, select the following items from the initialization 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 Test".
      2. Select "ABS".
      3. Select "Datalogger".
      4. Select "SSR_INTL".
        Fig 1: Identifying DLC-2 Location
        G04969748Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  6. Perform the initialization according to the directions on the screen.
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