Mazda 3 Service Manual: Ion Sensor Inspection [Skyactiv G 2.0]

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DTC Inspection

NOTE:

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..

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:

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.

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:

Active Driving Display
WARNING Always adjust the display brightness and position with the vehicle stopped: Adjusting the display brightness and position while driving the vehicle is dangerous as doing so could distract your attention from the road ahead and lead to an accident. ...

Front Stabilizer Removal/Installation [Mzr 2.0, Skyactiv G 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
1. Remove the joint cover.. 2. Disconnect the steering shaft from the steering gear and linkage.. 3. Remove the front crossmember component.. 4. Remove in the order indicated in the table. 5. Install in the reverse order of removal. 6. Inspect the wheel alignment and adjust it if necessary ...

If You Must Use the Front Seat for Children
If you cannot put all children in the rear seat, at least put the smallest children in the rear and be sure the largest child up front uses the shoulder belt over the shoulder. NEVER put a rear-facing child-restraint system on the front passenger seat whether your vehicle is equipped with a ...