How do i know if my 8 has had reflashes
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How do i know if my 8 has had reflashes
So how do i know if my car has been up to date in flashes and recalls? is there any way without going to the dealer and them charging me??
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^^ thanks I'll have to check that out. What kind of flashes and updates do they do and dose help the car in any way. I'm asking because idk how the previous owner took care of the car. I've had it since jan 1
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As cited, any Mazda dealer should be able to tell you what flash level you're currently at, since it's database entered when performed. The last flash I had was as a part of MSP-16, which upped the apex seal lubrication.
Since most modern vehicles have onboard computers to monitor and control a number of engine performance parameters, there needs to be a base 'code' (firmware) of inputs for it to draw upon. The code is stored on an EEPROM in the computer (non-volatile memory). "Flashing' the code is simply updating it (comes from the term flash memory, again EEPROM).
This is analogous to the motherboard BIOS code on your home PC/laptop.
edit: MSP-16 flash increased the oil metering flow rate: http://www.finishlineperformance.com...13-08-1925.pdf
Since most modern vehicles have onboard computers to monitor and control a number of engine performance parameters, there needs to be a base 'code' (firmware) of inputs for it to draw upon. The code is stored on an EEPROM in the computer (non-volatile memory). "Flashing' the code is simply updating it (comes from the term flash memory, again EEPROM).
This is analogous to the motherboard BIOS code on your home PC/laptop.
edit: MSP-16 flash increased the oil metering flow rate: http://www.finishlineperformance.com...13-08-1925.pdf
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Being informed that you may need a flash is not the same thing as confirming if you have in fact had it.
I did get a "MSP16" sticker under my hood when it was performed. Plus the last time I was at the dealership they cited "you're up to date with your flashes."
Again, best way is to give a dealer a call, with your VIN, and they'l look up your flash history on their system.
Being informed that you may need a flash is not the same thing as confirming if you have in fact had it.
I did get a "MSP16" sticker under my hood when it was performed. Plus the last time I was at the dealership they cited "you're up to date with your flashes."
Again, best way is to give a dealer a call, with your VIN, and they'l look up your flash history on their system.
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I guess this thread kind of sparked my interest as well. I have a sticker on the inside of my driver's door (nothing under the hood as far as updates) that says:
9/19/06
N322-18881-R
SW-N3Z2EROEO
Those I believe the updates that were performed on that date. Anyone have any idea on what the hell those mean?
9/19/06
N322-18881-R
SW-N3Z2EROEO
Those I believe the updates that were performed on that date. Anyone have any idea on what the hell those mean?
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LOL My daughter used to ask me how I knew so much and I'd always tell her "at my age if I didn't know allot shame on me. By the time you're my age you'll know much more than I do now. Always leave the taperecorder (memory) on, its not like your head is going to explode."
Although that didn't work so well for Kelly on the sitcom Married with Children. One time she studied hard for a school test and lost "some essential information", like what the doorbell was.![Wink](https://www.rx8club.com/images/smilies/wink.gif)
Although that didn't work so well for Kelly on the sitcom Married with Children. One time she studied hard for a school test and lost "some essential information", like what the doorbell was.
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