Mazda 3 Service Manual: Accessory Socket Inspection
Front
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the upper panel..
3. Remove the shift lever knob. (MTX).
4. Remove the selector lever knob. (ATX).
5. Remove the shift panel.
6. Remove the accessory socket (front).
7. Connect a tester as shown in the figure and verify that there is continuity.
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If the continuity cannot be verified, replace the accessory socket (front).
Rear
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Upper panel.
b. Shift lever knob (MTX).
c. Selector lever knob (ATX).
d. Shift panel.
e. Side wall.
f. Console.
g. Accessory socket (rear).
3. Connect a tester as shown in the figure and verify that there is continuity.
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If the continuity cannot be verified, replace the accessory socket (rear).
Power Sockets
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Accessory Socket Removal/Installation
Front
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the upper panel..
3. Remove the shift lever knob. (MTX).
4. Remove the selector lever knob. (ATX).
5. Remove the shift panel.
6. R ...
Other materials:
Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Inspection [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
Visual Inspection
CAUTION:
When foreign material such as an iron chip is on the CKP sensor, it can cause
abnormal output from the sensor because of flux turbulence and adversely affect
the engine control. Be sure there is no foreign material on the CKP sensor when
replacing.
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Hazardous Driving
WARNING
Be extremely careful if it is necessary to
downshift on slippery surfaces:
Downshifting into lower gear
while driving on slippery surfaces is
dangerous. The sudden change in tire
speed could cause the tires to skid. This
could lead to loss of vehicle control
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Roof Carrier Bracket Removal/Installation
4SD
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Sunroof seaming welt (vehicles with sunroof)
b. Front scuff plate.
c. Rear scuff plate.
d. A-pillar trim.
e. B-pillar lower trim.
f. Upper anchor of the front seat belt installation bolt.
g. B-pillar up ...
