Detecting DTC using the M-MDS

2013 Mazda 3 Mazdaspeed, 2.3L Eng VIN 3SECTION Detecting DTC using the M-MDS
  1. Connect the M-MDS (IDS) to the DLC-2.
    Fig 1: Identifying DLC-2 Location
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  2. After the vehicle is identified, select the following items from the initialization screen of the IDS.
    • Select "Self Test".
    • Select "Modules".
    • Select "IC".
  3. Verify the DTC according to the directions on the screen.
  4. After completion of repairs, clear all DTCs stored in the module using the M-MDS. (See CLEARING DTC [IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM (KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM)]Β .)
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