2012 Mazda CX-7 AWD L4-2.3L TurboFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Steering Lock Unit ID Code Registration





STEERING LOCK UNIT ID CODE REGISTRATION [ADVANCED KEYLESS ENTRY AND START SYSTEM]

CAUTION:
- Do not place the following devices in the vehicle while programming, otherwise programming cannot be performed:

- M-MDS
- Personal computer
- Devices that can send/receive radio waves

NOTE:
- The steering lock unit and steering lock component are a single unit. Therefore, replace the steering lock component when replacing steering lock unit. (See Service and Repair)
- For this procedure, a programmed card key is necessary. If there is no programmed card key, perform the steering lock unit programming after the card key programming.

1. Bring the programmed advanced key into the vehicle.

2. Fully lower the driver-side door glass.

3. Connect the M-MDS to the DLC-2.

Factory service manual diagram





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

CAUTION:
- Cover the vehicle body with a clean rag so as not to damage the vehicle body with the cable.

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

- When using the IDS (laptop PC)

- Select "Body".
- Select "Security".
- Select "PATS Functions".

- When using the PDS (Pocket PC)

- Select "All Tests and Calibrations".
- Select "PATS Functions".

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

- Select "Steering Lock Unit Programming"

7. 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".

8. Input the "IN-CODE" that corresponds to the "OUT-CODE" displayed on the M-MDS screen.

9. Perform procedures according to the directions on the M-MDS screen.

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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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