Mazda 3 Service Manual: Ion Sensor Inspection [Skyactiv G 2.0]
DTC Inspection
NOTE:
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Because the ion sensor is integrated in the ignition coil, replacing the ion sensor includes replacement of the ignition coil/ion sensor.
1. Connect the M-MDS to the DLC-2.
2. Perform the DTC inspection using the M-MDS..
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If any DTC related to the ignition coil/ion sensor is present, repair the malfunctioning location according to the applicable DTC troubleshooting..
Visual Inspection
NOTE:
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Because the ion sensor is integrated in the ignition coil, replacing the ion sensor includes replacement of the ignition coil/ion sensor.
1. Remove the battery cover..
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
3. Remove the plug hole plate..
4. Remove the ignition coil/ion sensor..
5. Verify that there is no damage to the ignition coil/ion sensor, and no corrosion and damage to the connector.
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If there is a malfunction, replace the ignition coil/ion sensor..
Front Seat Belt Removal/Installation [Two Step Deployment Control System]
WARNING:
Handling the front seat belt (pre-tensioner seat belt) improperly can accidentally
deploy the pre-tensioner seat belt, which may seriously injure you. Read the
air bag system se ...
Neutral Switch Inspection [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
Continuity Inspection
1. Remove the battery cover..
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
3. Disconnect the neutral switch connector..
4. When the shift lever is in neutral and in a positi ...
Other materials:
Opening the Hood
With the vehicle parked, pull the
release handle to unlock the hood.
Insert your hand into the hood opening,
slide the latch lever to the right, and lift
up the hood.
NOTE
The lever is located a little to the left of
center when facing the vehicle.
Grasp the support r ...
When Liftgate/Trunk Lid Cannot be Opened
If the vehicle battery is dead or there is a
malfunction in the electrical system and
the liftgate/trunk lid cannot be opened,
perform the following procedure as an
emergency measure to open it:
(5–door)
Remove the cap on the interior
surface of the liftgate with a flathead
screwdriver. ...
Brake Fluid Level Sensor Inspection
1. Disconnect the brake fluid level sensor connector from the master cylinder.
2. Inspect for continuity according to fluid level between the brake fluid level
sensor terminals.
If not as indicated in the table, replace the reserve tank.
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