Clearing Advanced Key

2012 Mazda 6 V6-3.7LSECTION Clearing Advanced Key




CLEARING ADVANCED KEY [ADVANCED KEYLESS ENTRY AND PUSH BUTTON START SYSTEM]

1. Fully lower the driver-side door glass.

2. Connect the M-MDS (IDS) to the DLC-2.






3. Pull out the M-MDS cable from the door glass opening and set the M-MDS outside the vehicle.

CAUTION:
- Protect the cable and body contact area with a clean rag, otherwise they could be damaged.

4. After the vehicle is identified, select the following items from the initial screen of the M-MDS.

- When using the IDS (laptop PC)

- Select the "Body"
- Select the "Security"
- Select the "PATS Functions"

5. Then, select items from the screen menu in the following order.

item
- Advanced Key Code Erase and Program

6. Perform the security access according to the directions on the M-MDS screen.

RENDER: 1.0x

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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.
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  • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.