Blinker does not make a sound

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There is a key reminder switch in the steering column which I feel is the issue. Here are the directions for replacement and inspection:

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2011 Mazda Truck CX-7 FWD L4-2.5L
Key Reminder Switch Removal/Installation - Without Advanced Keyless Entry And Start System
Vehicle Steering and Suspension Steering Steering Column Key Reminder Switch Service and Repair Removal and Replacement Key Reminder Switch Removal/Installation - Without Advanced Keyless Entry And Start System
KEY REMINDER SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - WITHOUT ADVANCED KEYLESS ENTRY AND START SYSTEM
KEY REMINDER SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [WITHOUT ADVANCED KEYLESS ENTRY AND START SYSTEM]

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

2. Remove the column cover. See: Steering Column Cover > Removal and Replacement > Column Cover Removal/Installation

3. Disconnect the key reminder switch connector.

4. Remove the key reminder switch.

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5. Install in the reverse order of removal.
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Here are the test procedures once the switch is removed.

KEY REMINDER SWITCH INSPECTION [WITHOUT ADVANCED KEYLESS ENTRY AND START SYSTEM]

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

2. Remove the column cover. See: Steering Column Cover > Removal and Replacement > Column Cover Removal/Installation

3. Disconnect the key reminder switch connector.

4. Inspect for continuity between the key reminder switch terminals using a tester.

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- If there is any malfunction, replace the key reminder switch.

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Here are a few links you may find helpful:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-a-test-light-circuit-tester

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-a-voltmeter

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-wiring

Let me know if this helps or if you have other questions.

Take care,
Joe

Welcome back:

Yes, it makes a big difference with the keyless entry. They are two different systems. As far as a relay, nothing related to this. Do me a favor. Check the display in the dash where it tells you fuel mileage and back up camera. I believe there is a setting that is actually to turn blinker sound low high or off. Also, check in the owner's manual. It should indicate the procedure.

Let me know.
Joe

Welcome back again. LOL

After I made the last post, I remembered something.

I knew I saw this before. It hit me after I sent the last post. Now, if you aren't able to access the volume via the dash, it most likely will need to go to a dealer that has the proper computer software. If you look at the first picture, you will see that the volume for both is adjustable. The problem is it needs done with a computer. Here are the directions. The additional pictures correlate with these directions.

2011 Mazda Truck CX-7 FWD L4-2.5L
Instrumentation/Driver Info. Personalization Features Setting Procedure
Vehicle Accessories and Optional Equipment Driver/Vehicle Information Display Testing and Inspection Programming and Relearning Instrumentation/Driver Info. Personalization Features Setting Procedure
INSTRUMENTATION/DRIVER INFO. PERSONALIZATION FEATURES SETTING PROCEDURE
INSTRUMENTATION/DRIVER INFO. PERSONALIZATION FEATURES SETTING PROCEDURE

Instrument Cluster

NOTE:
- Use the IDS (laptop PC) because the PDS (Pocket PC) does not support the INSTRUMENTATION/DRIVER INFO. PERSONALIZATION FEATURES SETTING PROCEDURE.

1. Connect the M-MDS to the DLC-2.

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2. After the vehicle is identified, select the following items from the initial screen of the M-MDS.

- Select the "Module Programming".

3. Then, select items from the screen menu in the following order.
1 Select "Programmable Parameters".
2 Select "Warning Lamps / Chimes".

4. Select an item name, and then select option.

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Blind Spot Monitoring System

NOTE:
- Use the IDS (laptop PC) because the PDS (Pocket PC) does not support the BLIND SPOT MONITORING SYSTEM CUSTOMIZED FUNCTION SETTING PROCEDURE.

1. Connect the M-MDS to the DLC-2.

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2. After the vehicle is identified, select the following items from the initial screen of the M-MDS.

- Select the "Module Programming".

3. Then, select items from the screen menu in the following order.
1 Select "Programmable Parameters".
2 Select "BSM".

4. Select an item name, and then select option.

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Multi Information Display

1. Press the INFO switch until the SETTINGS screen is displayed.

2. Select PREFERENCES by pressing the Enter (up/down) switch up or down, and then press the Enter (up/down) switch.

3. Select the setting item you want to change by pressing the Enter (up/down) switch up or down, and then press the Enter (up/down) switch.

4. Select the desired setting by pressing the Enter (up/down) switch up or down, and then press the Enter (up/down) switch.

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Let me know if this helps or if you have other questions.

Take care,
Joe

Welcome back:

Interesting but good news. LOL Honestly, today's cars are enough to drive anyone crazy. There are just too many electronics anymore and it's just getting worse.

Please let me know if it happens again and if any of the information I provided helps.

Take care,
Joe