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Steering Angle Signal Initialization Procedure

WARNING:
  • If the initialization procedure of the steering angle signal is not completed, the DSC will not operate properly and may cause an accident. Therefore, always perform initialization of the DSC HU/CM steering angle signal to ensure proper DSC operation when any of the following items are performed.
    • Steering angle sensor replacement
    • DSC HU/CM replacement
  1. Inspect the wheel alignment and inflation pressure.
    • If there is any malfunction, adjust the applicable part.
  2. Park 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 "All Tests and Calibrations".
      2. Select "Sensor Initialization".
  6. Perform the initialization procedure according to the directions on the screen.
  7. Drive the vehicle forward.
  8. After 5 min of driving, verify that the DSC system is normal.
Fig 1: Locating DLC-2 Connector
G04318417Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
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