No.2 Additional Key Registration Procedure (Using the WDS or equivalent): Procedure

2011 Mazda 3 Mazdaspeed, 2.3 3SECTION Procedure
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  1. Have one key (key 1) ready for registration.
  2. Using key 1, turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
    NOTE:
    • Although the security light flashes and DTC 15 is displayed, this does not indicate an improper procedure. Continue to perform the procedure as indicated.
  3. Connect the WDS or equivalent to the DLC-2.
  4. Select "Body/Security/PATS function" from the screen menu of the WDS or equivalent.
  5. Perform security access as indicated on the WDS or equivalent screen. (See NO.6 SECURITY ACCESS PROCEDURE .)
  6. Select "Program Additional Ignition Key" from the screen menu of the WDS or equivalent.
    NOTE:
    • After selecting this menu, "Successful" appears on the WDS or equivalent screen. When this occurs, registration is completed for the key turning the ignition switch to the ON position.
    • If the necessary number of keys have been registered, the additional key registration procedure is completed with this step. Go to Step  10.
    • If additional keys need to be registered, go to the next step.
  7. After verifying that the PATS function menu is displayed again on the WDS or equivalent screen, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position and remove key 1.
  8. Using an additional key requiring registration, turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
  9. Return to Step  6
  10. After verifying that the PATS function menu is displayed again on the WDS or equivalent screen, select "Exit" to complete the WDS or equivalent function.
  11. After Step  10, wait 10 s or more  and turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position.
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