2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring, Automatic TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Using M-MDS

  1. Fully lower the driver-side door glass.
  2. Connect the M-MDS to the DLC-2.
  3. Pull out the M-MDS cable from the door glass opening and set the M-MDS outside the vehicle.
    CAUTION:
    • Protect the cable and body contact area with a clean rag, otherwise they could be damaged.
  4. After the vehicle is identified, select the following items from the initialization screen of the M-MDS.
    Fig 1: DLC-2 Location
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    • When using the IDS (laptop PC)
      1. Select "BODY"
      2. Select "SECURITY"
      3. Select "PATS functions"
    • When using the PDS (Pocket PC)
      1. Select "Programming".
      2. Select "PATS functions"
  5. Then, select items from the screen menu in the following order.
    1. Select "Program Additional Card Key".
  6. Perform the security access 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:

  • • 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.

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