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# 2004 - 2008 Mazda MAZDA3 & 2008 Mazda MAZDA6 Remote Programming Instructions

1. Close all doors, open the driver's door, and key out of ignition.
2. Lock and Unlock the driver's door using the power lock switch on the door panel.
3. Insert the key into the ignition.
4. Turn the key to the ON and OFF position 3 times in 10 seconds. Leave the key in the ignition.
5. Close and open the driver's door 3 times ending with the door in the open position.
6. Door locks should respond by locking and unlocking.
7. Press the UNLOCK button on the remote 2 times. Doors should then lock and unlock.
8. If Programming a second remote press UNLOCK button on it 2 times and door locks should lock and unlock.
9. Remove the key from the ignition and the locks should lock and unlock again.
10. Test Remotes

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