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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA20113 MAZDASPEED, 2.3 3REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 586 (SECURITY SYSTEM AND LOCKS SYSTEM)KEYLESS CONTROL MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

2011 Mazda 3 Mazdaspeed, 2.3 3

Keyless Control Module Removal/Installation

2011 Mazda 3 Mazdaspeed, 2.3 3SECTION Keyless Control Module Removal/Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Mazda 3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

If the keyless control module is replaced, always perform the following procedure.
- Vehicles with immobilizer system
  - Keyless Control Module Configuration (See KEYLESS CONTROL MODULE CONFIGURATION .)
  - Immobilizer System-related Parts Programming [No. 4 Programming Procedure Due to Keyless Control Module Replacement] (See IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM-RELATED PARTS PROGRAMMING [ADVANCED KEYLESS ENTRY AND PUSH BUTTON START SYSTEM] .)
- Vehicles without immobilizer system
  - Keyless Control Module Configuration (See KEYLESS CONTROL MODULE CONFIGURATION .)
  - Advanced Key Id Code Registration (See ADVANCED KEY ID CODE REGISTRATION .)
  - Steering Lock Unit Id Code Registration (See STEERING LOCK UNIT ID CODE REGISTRATION .)
Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Remove the following parts:
1. Passenger-side front scuff plate (See FRONT SCUFF PLATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
2. Passenger-side front side trim (See FRONT SIDE TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
3. Grove compartment (See GLOVE COMPARTMENT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
4. Passenger-side lower panel (See LOWER PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove in the nuts.

Fig 1: Keyless Control Module And Nut With Torque Specifications
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Disconnect the connector.

Fig 2: Identifying Connector Location
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Remove the Keyless control module.
Install in the reverse order of removal.

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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.