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When Not Using M-MDS

NOTE:
  • Depending on the nature of the servicing performed prior to implementing the initialization, a warning light may be illuminated.
  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. Switch the ignition ON (engine off) and wait for 30 s or more.
  4. With your left foot depressing the brake pedal, perform the following procedure within 30 s.
    1. Operate the electric parking brake. (Brake system warning light illuminated)
    2. Depress the accelerator pedal fully 2 times.
    3. Release the electric parking brake. (Brake system warning light turns off)
    4. Perform the same procedure one more time.
    Fig 1: Accelerator Pedal Timing Pattern
    G11426988Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  5. Release your foot from the brake pedal.
    NOTE:
    • Depending on the nature of the work performed prior to implementing the initialization, a warning light may be illuminated.
  6. After 2 s, verify that the following warning lights/indicator lights turns off after approx. 3 s.
    • Brake system warning light
    • ABS warning light
    • TCS/DSC indicator light
    • DCS OFF indicator light
      • If each warning light/indicator light is not illuminated/does not turn off, switch the ignition off and repeat the procedure from the beginning.
        Fig 2: Locating Brake System Warning Light/ABS Warning Light
        G12234496Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  7. Switch the ignition off.
  8. Drive the vehicle.
  9. After 5 min or more of driving, verify that the DSC system is normal.