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Combined Sensor Initialization Procedure

WARNING:
  • If the initialization procedure is not completed, the DSC will not operate properly and it might cause an unexpected accident. Therefore, after replacing or removing the combined sensor or DSC HU/CM, make sure to perform the initialization procedure to insure proper DSC operation.
  1. Inspect the wheel alignment and the tire pressure.
    • If there is any malfunction, adjust the applicable part.
  2. Position the vehicle on level ground.
  3. Turn the ignition switch off.
  4. Connect the M-MDS to the DLC-2.
  5. After the vehicle is identified, select the following items from the initial screen of the M-MDS.
    • When using the IDS (laptop PC)
      1. Select "Chassis".
      2. Select "ABS/DSC".
      3. Select "Sensor Initialization".
    • When using the PDS (Pocket PC)
      1. Select "Module Tests".
      2. Select "ABS".
      3. Select "DataLogger".
      4. Select "LATACCEL".
        Fig 1: Identifying DLC-2 Connector
        G04955736Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  6. Perform the initialization 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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