When Not Using M-MDS

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CAUTION:

Perform Steps 4 - 5 within 30 s.

Empty the vehicle by having all occupants leave the vehicle and remove all the cargo except for the spare tire, jack and tools equipped on the vehicle.
Adjust the air pressure of each tire to the specified value. (See WHEEL AND TIRE SPECIFICATION .)
Move the vehicle to level ground.
Switch the ignition ON (engine off or on).
NOTE:
- The AFS OFF indicator light continues flashing during the first initialization, however, continue the work because it does not indicate an improper procedure.
Using a jumper wire, connect DLC-2 terminals B and J (ground) 3 times at 0.5 to 1.5 s intervals as shown in the figure.

Fig 1: Identifying AFS OFF Indicator Light
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
CAUTION:
- If the terminals are mistakenly connected, vehicle damage or fire could occur. When connecting with the jumper wire, thoroughly verify what terminals are being connected to prevent a miss-connection.
Verify the AFS OFF indicator light.

Fig 2: AFS OFF Indicator Light Blinking Pattern
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
- If the AFS OFF indicator light flashes 3 times at 0.25 s intervals and turns off as shown in the figure, the initialization is completed. Go to the next step.
- If the AFS OFF indicator light continues flashing, the procedure may be performed incorrectly. Repeat the procedure from Step 4.
- If the AFS OFF indicator light is illuminated, the headlight auto leveling system may have a malfunction. Perform the DTC inspection. (See DTC INSPECTION [ADAPTIVE FRONT LIGHTING SYSTEM (AFS)] .)
  
  Fig 3: AFS OFF Indicator Light Blinking Pattern
  Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  - Repair or replace the malfunctioning part, then repeat the procedure from Step 4.
Adjust the headlight aiming. (See HEADLIGHT AIMING .)