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:
Fuel Requirements
Vehicles with catalytic converters or oxygen sensors must use ONLY UNLEADED
FUEL,
which will reduce exhaust emissions and keep spark plug fouling to a minimum.
This vehicle will perform best with fuel listed in the table.
* U.S. federal law requires that octane ratings be posted on gasoli ...
Recording of Vehicle Data
This vehicle is equipped with a computer which records the following main
vehicle data
related to vehicle controls, operation, and other driving conditions.
Recorded data
Vehicle conditions such as engine speed and vehicle speed
Driving operation conditions such as accelerator and brake pe ...
Side Air Bag Sensor Removal/Installation [Standard Deployment Control System]
WARNING:
Handling the side air bag sensor improperly can accidentally operate (deploy)
the air bag module, which may seriously injure you. Read the air bag system
service warnings and cautions before handling the side air bag sensor..
1. Switch the ignition to off.
2. Disconnec ...
