2020 Mazda CX-3 AWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

When using M-MDS

NOTE:
  • Perform initialization on the sensors shown in the following table.
REPLACEMENT PART DESCRIPTION

Replacement part Initialization items
Brake fluid pressure sensor Lateral Acceleration Sensor Yaw Rate Sensor Longitudinal Acceleration Sensor
DSC HU/CM Implement Implement Implement Implement
SAS control module - Implement Implement Implement
  1. Inspect the wheel alignment and the tire pressure. (See FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT .) (See REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT .) (See WHEEL AND TIRE SPECIFICATION .)
    • If there is any malfunction, adjust the applicable part.
  2. Position the vehicle on level ground.
  3. Connect the M-MDS to DLC-2.
  4. After the vehicle is identified, select the following items from the initial screen of the M-MDS.
    1. Select "Chassis".
    2. Select "ABS/DSC".
    3. Select "Sensor Initialization".
  5. Then, select an item from the screen menu.
    • "Brake fluid pressure sensor"
    • "Lateral Acceleration Sensor"
    • "Yaw Rate Sensor"
    • "Longitudinal Acceleration Sensor"
  6. Perform the procedure according to the directions on the screen.
  7. Drive the vehicle.
  8. After 5 min or more of driving, verify that the DSC system is normal.
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