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Using New Generation Star (NGS) Tester
2011 Mazda 3 Mazdaspeed, 2.3 3SECTION Using New Generation Star (NGS) Tester
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Mazda MPV. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Connect New Generation Star (NGS) Tester (49-T088-0A0) and Adapter (49-T088-004) according to manufacturer's instructions. Start vehicle and let idle. Set tester adapter switch to AUX 2. Using NGS tester, select VEHICLE & ENGINE SELECTION and press TRIGGER. Select DIAGNOSTIC DATA LINK and press TRIGGER. Select CCM - CRUISE CONTROL MODULE and press TRIGGER. Select DIAGNOSTIC TEST MODE and press TRIGGER. Select CRUISE CONTROL SELF TEST and press TRIGGER. Press START.
- If NO CODES RETRIEVED is not displayed on NGS tester, go to next step. If NO CODES RETRIEVED is displayed on NGS tester, go to step 9 .
- If ACTUATOR OR STOPLIGHT SW-DEFECT is not displayed on NGS tester, go to next step. If ACTUATOR OR STOPLIGHT SW-DEFECT is displayed on NGS tester, check actuator circuit. See DTC 01: ACTUATOR CIRCUIT under DIAGNOSTIC TESTS.
- If STOP FUSE OR WIRING is not displayed on NGS tester, go to next step. If STOP FUSE OR WIRING is displayed on NGS tester, check brake switch circuit. See DTC 05: BRAKE SWITCH CIRCUIT under DIAGNOSTIC TESTS.
- If STOPLIGHT SWITCHES is not displayed on NGS tester, go to next step. If STOPLIGHT SWITCHES is displayed on NGS tester, check brake switch circuit. See DTC 07: BRAKE SWITCH CIRCUIT under DIAGNOSTIC TESTS.
- If SET/COAST SW-DEFECT is not displayed on NGS tester, go to next step. If SET/COAST SW-DEFECT is displayed on NGS tester, check cruise control switch circuit. See DTC 11: CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH CIRCUIT under DIAGNOSTIC TESTS.
- If RESUME/ACCEL SW-DEFECT is not displayed on NGS tester, go to next step. If RESUME/ACCEL SW-DEFECT is displayed on NGS tester, check cruise control switch circuit. See DTC 12: CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH CIRCUIT under DIAGNOSTIC TESTS.
- If CRUISE CONTROL MODULE W-DEFECT is displayed on NGS tester, replace cruise control module. If CRUISE CONTROL MODULE W-DEFECT is not displayed on NGS tester, no cruise control module DTCs exist at this time. Go to next step.
- To cancel CONDITION DETECTION MODE, turn ignition switch to LOCK position or turn cruise control main switch off.
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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.