HERO

iTrader: (3)

Hey guys, I'm pretty sure this has been asked before and there must be threads on it floating around, but allow me to ask it once again. How can u self-test to see if your reflash was indeed the "m" flash and not a lower version of the flash? I think it has something to do with the break pedal or something? I appreciate everyones help.

brothervoodoo

Visually or without diagnostic tools, you can't tell the difference between "L" or "M" because they both sweep the oil gauge when you do the "brake tap" test...

irish8

Have you taken it to your Mazda dealer recently?? If you have then your car has already had the upgrade.

irish8

Hey "brothervoodoo" is that your car in the picture? If so, where did you get the awesome grille?

brothervoodoo

Thanks, yes that's my car. Click on the picture and then click on the billet grille link for more info.

irish8

Brothervoodoo....talk to me about the debadging. My 8 is black, about 4 months old. What di you use tool wise, any tips and how long did it take? Also, any paintwork blemishes?

HERO

iTrader: (3)

thanks for all the input, but can someone tell me how the brake test is correctly done? Appreciate it.

irish8

Turn your ingnition key to "acc", then tap the brake pedal 20 times within an
8 second period. Look at your oil gauge...it should sweep if your car is currently update to L or M flash.

I did it last night!!! Pretty cool!!

HERO

iTrader: (3)

Thanks alot IRISH8, i just did the test and my oil gauge did indeed sweep :D

MEGAREDS

The other way to see if you have the M flash is to check for a sticker under the hood. I believe there should be a "campaign" sticker there indicating a part number beginning with the letter "M". Checking for the sticker is the preferred method: the brake sweep test resets the ECU, removing any "learning" that its done regarding your particular driving style.