DSC HU/Cm Removal/Installation: Notes

2011 Mazda 3 Mazdaspeed, 2.3 3SECTION Notes
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CAUTION:
  • When replacing the DSC HU/CM, the configuration procedure must be done before removing the DSC HU/CM. If the configuration is not completed before removing the DSC HU/CM, DSC will not work properly after installation of the DSC HU/CM.
  • The DSC may not function normally when the DSC HU/CM is replaced. After installation, always perform the initialization procedures for the combined sensor and the steering angle sensor.
  • The internal parts of the DSC HU/CM could be damaged if dropped. Be careful not to drop the DSC HU/CM. Replace the DSC HU/CM if it is subjected to an impact.
  1. Remove the engine cover. (See ENGINE COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [13B-MSP] .)
  2. Remove the front suspension tower bar. (See FRONT SUSPENSION TOWER BAR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MT] .) (See FRONT SUSPENSION TOWER BAR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [AT] .)
  3. Remove in the order indicated in the figure below.
  4. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  5. Configure the DSC HU/CM. (See DSC CONFIGURATION .)
  6. After installation, perform the combined sensor initialization procedure. (See COMBINED SENSOR INITIALIZATION PROCEDURE .)
  7. After installation, perform the steering angle sensor initialization procedure. (See STEERING ANGLE SENSOR INITIALIZATION PROCEDURE .)
Fig 1: DSC HU/CM Replacement Components With Torque Specifications
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