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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA2013MX-5 MIATA GRAND TOURING, AUTOMATIC TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)BODY & FRAMEDOOR LOCKSSECURITY SYSTEM AND LOCKS SYSTEMKEYLESS CONTROL MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring, Automatic Trans

Keyless Control Module Removal/Installation

2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring, Automatic TransSECTION Keyless Control Module Removal/Installation

NOTE:

If the keyless control module is replaced, always perform the following procedure.
Without immobilizer system
- Advanced key programming (See ADVANCED KEY ID CODE REGISTRATION )
- Steering lock unit programming (See STEERING LOCK UNIT ID CODE REGISTRATION )
With immobilizer system
- Advanced key programming (See ADVANCED KEY ID CODE REGISTRATION )
- Steering lock unit programming (See STEERING LOCK UNIT ID CODE REGISTRATION )
- Immobilizer system resetting (with immobilizer system) (See IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM-RELATED PARTS PROGRAMMING [ADVANCED KEYLESS ENTRY AND START SYSTEM] )

Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [LF] )
Remove the side panel. (See SIDE PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION )
Remove the bolt and nut.

Fig 1: Keyless Control Module And Tab With Torque Specifications
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
While inclining the keyless control module along the body panel in the direction indicated by the arrow shown in the illustration, disengage the bracket tab from the hole in the body panel.
Disconnect the keyless control module connector.
Remove the keyless control module.
Remove the screw, then remove the bracket.
NOTE:
- The screw which fixes the keyless control module and bracket is for a body ground connection. Be sure to secure the screw when installing.
Install in the reverse order of removal.

Fig 2: Keyless Control Module, Screw And Bracket

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

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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.