When Not Using The M-MDS

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CAUTION:

Perform Steps 3- 4 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 .)
Switch the ignition ON (engine off or on).
NOTE:
- The LED headlight warning light continues flashing during the first initial setting, however, continue the work because it does not indicate an improper procedure.
Fig 1: Identifying LED Headlight Warning Light
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Using a jumper wire, connect DLC-2 terminals B and J (ground) three times at 0.5 to 1.5 s intervals as shown in the figure.
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.
Fig 2: Connecting DLC-2 Terminals B And J (Ground)
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Verify the LED headlight warning light.
- If the LED headlight warning light flashes three times at 0.25 s intervals and turns off as shown in the figure, the initial setting is completed. Go to the next step.
  
  Fig 3: LED Headlight Warning Light Flashes Pattern
  Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
- If the LED headlight warning light continues flashing, the procedure may be performed incorrectly. Repeat the procedure from Step 1.
- If the LED headlight warning light is illuminated, the headlight auto leveling system may have a malfunction. Perform the DTC inspection. (See DTC INSPECTION [ADAPTIVE FRONT LIGHTING SYSTEM (AFS)] .)
- Repair or replace the malfunctioning area, then repeat the procedure from Step 1.
Adjust the headlight aiming. (See HEADLIGHT AIMING .)