No. 7 Programming Procedure Due to Simultaneous Replacement of Immobilizer System-related Parts (PCM, Keyless Control Module, and Steering Lock Unit): Notes

2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring, Automatic TransSECTION Notes
CAUTION:
  • The engine cannot be started if any step or procedure is skipped. Perform all procedures in the order of the steps.
  • The menu and execution sequence of the M-MDS vary depending on the type of replaced unit and parts. Perform the procedures referring to the following chart.

M-MDS menuΒ 

  1. Parameter Reset
  2. Ignition Key Code Erase and Program
  3. Program Additional advanced key
  4. Steering Lock Unit Programming
PARTS PROCEDURE CHART

Replacement part M-MDS execution menu/ sequence Conditions
Keyless control module and PCM (1)β†’(2)β†’(3)β†’(4)
  • Have two or more keys to be programmed after the replacement.
  • Have one or more advanced keys to be programmed after the replacement.
Keyless control module and steering lock unit(1)
Keyless control module, PCM, and steering lock unit(1)
PCM and steering lock unit(1) (1)β†’(2)β†’(4) Have two or more keys to be programmed after the replacement.
(1) Because the steering lock unit is integrated with the ignition key cylinder, the key must also be replaced when replacing the steering lock unit.
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