Mazda Training manual - part 38

 

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Mazda Training manual - part 38

 

 

M-MDS Introduction 

Comparison of M-MDS to WDS  

 

WDS M-MDS 

Function 

 IDS 

PDS 

Self-Test, Data Logger 

Power Balance Test 

Relative Compression Test 

N/A 

Diagnostic 
Function 

Function Test 

X *1 

Module Reprogramming 

Module Configuration 

PATS Reprogramming 

Programmable Parameter 

Part Initialization, Data Reset, & 
Learning 

X X  X 

Service 
Function 

ABS (Antilock Brake System) Service 
Air Bleed 

X X  X 

DMM (Digital Multi-Meter) & 
Oscilloscope 

X N/A N/A 

Pressure (Fuel, Hydraulic) 

N/A 

N/A 

Secondary Ignition 

N/A 

N/A 

Instrumentation 

Rotary Engine Compression Test 

N/A 

N/A 

Service Information Display 

N/A 

N/A 

Other Function 

Vehicle Health Check *2 

N/A 

N/A 

 

 
(*1) 

Limited functionality  

(*2) 

To be established  

 

Curriculum Training 

00-3 

Introduction M-MDS 

Mazda VCM Kit Contents  

• 

VCM DVD 

– 

This DVD contains all the software necessary for setting up IDS and PDS. In addition 
to that it includes manuals for installation and operation of IDS, PDS, PFM and VCM. 

– 

The Menu and manuals appear in the preset language (Windows settings) of the 
Laptop computer. 

 

 

L1001.2_001 

 

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Vehicle Communication Module

 

(VCM) 

 

– 

This is a high-performance and long-lasting vehicle serial communication gateway 
equipped with multiple vehicle serial communications interface and LEDs (Light 
Emitting Diode) that indicate vehicle communication status. For details refer to the 
VCM manual on the VCM DVD.  

 

 

L1001.2_002 

 

00-4 Curriculum 

Training 

M-MDS Introduction 

• 

16-Pin DLC (Data Link Connector) Cable  

– 

This is a cable that connects the VCM to the 16-pin DLC connector on the vehicle  
(length: 4.5 meter; for 12V vehicles only).  

 

 

L1001.2_003 

 
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VCM 17-Pin DLC Kit  

– 

This is a cable that connects the VCM to the 17-pin DLC connector on older Mazda 
vehicles. (The product can vary from the illustration) 

 

 

L1001.2_004 

 

Curriculum Training 

00-5 

Introduction M-MDS 

• 

PC Ethernet – USB (Universal Serial Bus) Host Cable  

– 

This is a cable that connects the VCM to the designated laptop PC.  

 

 

L1001.2_005 

 
• 

AC/DC (Alternating Current/Direct Current) Adapter for VCM  

– 

This is an AC adapter for the VCM. This is used when you need to use the VCM 
without connecting to a vehicle.  

 

 

L1001.2_006 

 

00-6 Curriculum 

Training 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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