Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2012 Mazda CX-7 AWD L4-2.3L TurboFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Security Access Procedure
SECURITY ACCESS PROCEDURE
1. Connect the M-MDS to DLC-2.
2. 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".
- When using the PDS (Pocket PC)
- Select the "All Tests and Calibrations".
- Select the "PATS Functions".
3. Then, select an item from the screen menu.
- "Program Additional Advanced Key"
- "Advanced Key Code Erase and Program"
- "Steering Lock Unit Programming"
- "Program Additional Ignition Key"
- "Ignition Key Code Erase and Program"
- "Customer Spare Key Programming Enable"
- "Customer Spare Key Programming Disable"
- "Parameter Reset"
4. The security access begins and the M-MDS displays "OUT-CODE".
NOTE:
- When "OUT-CODE" is first displayed, turning the ignition switch from the LOCK to the ON position 5 times will change the "OUT-CODE".
5. Input the "IN-CODE" that corresponds to the "OUT-CODE" displayed on the M-MDS screen.
6. Perform the procedure according to the directions on the screen.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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