1998 Mazda 626 Remote Programming Instructions
Written by Cole Fuquay
Updated at May 30th, 2025
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- Remove the key from the ignition. Close all doors. Open the driver-side door and leave it open. Perform the following steps within 24 seconds.
- Insert the key in the ignition. Turn the key to ON and OFF.
- Repeat step 2 two more times. Remove key.
- Push the driver door frame button three times (the black rubber button located on the driver door frame tells the vehicle whether or not the door is closed.)
- Buzz sound, chime or doors will lock and unlock should be heard at this point signaling that the vehicle is now in Programming mode. If not, wait 40 seconds and return to step 4.
- All remotes need to be programmed at this time, including the old ones. Push any button on the remote two times. A buzz sound, chime, or doors locking and unlocking should be heard at this point signaling that the vehicle has accepted the new remote code. If there is only one remote, repeat this step two more times using the only remote. If there are two remotes, repeat this step two more times using the second remote.
- Push the driver door frame button one time. Two buzz sounds, chimes, or doors locking and unlocking 2 times should be heard at this point signaling successful Programming.