M-MDS Connecting Procedure

2013 Mazda 3 Mazdaspeed, 2.3L Eng VIN 3SECTION M-MDS Connecting Procedure
NOTE:
  • Do not place the M-MDS (IDS) in the vehicle while programming the immobilizer system.
  1. Fully lower the door glass.
  2. Connect the M-MDS (IDS) to the DLC-2.
    Fig 1: Identifying DLC-2
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  3. Place the M-MDS (IDS) outside the vehicle.
    CAUTION:
    • Cover the vehicle body with a clean rag so as not to damage the vehicle body with the cable.
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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