NOTE:
In order to perform a forced ignition ON, the M-MDS is necessary. If the servicing is being done outside of an Authorized Mazda dealership, contact an Authorized Mazda dealership for instructions.
The forced ignition ON procedure forces a power supply to each part when no power is available even after the ignition switch has been operated. However, the engine cannot be started and the steering cannot be unlocked.
When performing a forced ignition ON procedure, remove all remote transmitters from the vehicle. If an remote transmitter is left in the vehicle, the forced ignition ON procedure cannot be done.
1. Verify that there are no remote transmitters in the vehicle.
2. Get PCM part number from As-built site.
3. Connect the M-MDS to the DLC-2.
4. Manual vehicle identification.
Select “Manual Vehicle Entry”.
5. Select the “All other” from Vehicle list.
6. Input the PCM part number on the following screen.

7. After the vehicle is identified, select the following items from the initialization screen of the M-MDS.
Select “Body”.
Select “Special Ignition ON”.
8. Perform the procedure according to the directions on the screen.
9. Delete the session, but keep the ignition ON.
10. Normal vehicle identification.
Electronic Spark Advance Control [Skyactiv G 2.0]
Fuel Distributor [Skyactiv G 2.0]Differential Oil Temperature Sensor
Purpose, Function
The differential oil temperature sensor detects the rear differential oil
temperature based on the resistance of the thermistor, and inputs it to the
AWD CM.
Construction
The differential oil temperature sensor is installed in the rear differential
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Electric Variable Valve Timing Actuator, Hydraulic Variable Valve Timing Actuator
Removal/Installation
WARNING:
A hot engine can cause severe burns. Turn off the engine and wait until it
is cool before servicing.
CAUTION:
Do not disassemble the electric variable valve timing actuator and hydraulic
variable valve timing actuator because they are precision units.
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Suspension Abbreviations
AAS
Active Adaptive Shift
ABS
Antilock Brake System
ABDC
After Bottom Dead Center
ACC
Accessories
AFS
Adaptive Front Lighting System
ALC
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