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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA20133 MAZDASPEED, 2.3L ENG VIN 3REPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)BODY & FRAMEDOOR LOCKSSECURITY SYSTEM AND LOCKS SYSTEMKEYLESS CONTROL MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

2013 Mazda 3 Mazdaspeed, 2.3L Eng VIN 3

Keyless Control Module Removal/Installation

2013 Mazda 3 Mazdaspeed, 2.3L Eng VIN 3SECTION Keyless Control Module Removal/Installation

If the keyless control module is replaced, always perform the following procedure.
- Vehicles with immobilizer system
  - Keyless Control Module Configuration (See KEYLESS CONTROL MODULE CONFIGURATION .)
  - Immobilizer System-related Parts Programming [No.4 Programming Procedure Due to Keyless Control Module Replacement] (See IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM-RELATED PARTS PROGRAMMING [ADVANCED KEYLESS ENTRY AND PUSH BUTTON START SYSTEM] .)
- Vehicles without immobilizer system
  - Keyless Control Module Configuration (See KEYLESS CONTROL MODULE CONFIGURATION .)
  - Advanced Key Id Code Registration (See ADVANCED KEY ID CODE REGISTRATION .)
  - Steering Lock Unit Id Code Registration (See TRANSMITTER ID CODE REGISTRATION .)
- Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.0, MZR 2.5] .) (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.3 DISI TURBO] .)
- Remove the following parts:
  1. Passenger-side front scuff plate (See FRONT SCUFF PLATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  2. Passenger-side front side trim (See FRONT SIDE TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  3. Grove compartment (See GLOVE COMPARTMENT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  4. Passenger-side lower panel (See LOWER PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Remove in the nuts.
  
  Fig 1: Locating Keyless Control Module And Nuts With Torque Specification
- Disconnect the connector.
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Keyless Control Module And Connector
- Remove the keyless control module.
- Install in the reverse order of removal.

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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.