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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA2011CX-7 I SV, 2.5 5REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE PERFORMANCEENGINE CONTROL SYSTEMSENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM [L5]PCM REMOVAL/INSTALLATIONNOTES

2011 Mazda CX-7 i SV, 2.5 5

Pcm Removal/Installation: Notes

2011 Mazda CX-7 i SV, 2.5 5SECTION Notes

NOTE:

For PCM replacement, set up the M-MDS and perform the PCM configuration. (See PCM CONFIGURATION .)

Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Remove the battery. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L5] .)
Remove in the order indicated in the table in the illustration.
When replacing the PCM on the vehicles, perform the following.
- PCM parameter reset (See IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM-RELATED PARTS PROGRAMMING [ADVANCED KEYLESS ENTRY AND START SYSTEM] .) (See IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM-RELATED PARTS PROGRAMMING [KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM] .)
Install in the reverse order of removal.

Fig 1: Locating PCM Components With Torque Specifications
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

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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.