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]
Neutral Switch Inspection [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]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 the ...
Fuse Replacement
Replacing the fuses on the vehicle's left side
If the electrical system does not work, first
inspect the fuses on the vehicle's left side.
Make sure the ignition is switched off,
and other switches are off.
Open the fuse panel cover.
Pull the fuse straight out with the
fuse pul ...
Hood Disassembly/Assembly
Except Mazdaspeed3
1. Disassemble in the order indicated in the table.
1
Weather strip parting seal
2
Weather strip shroud seal
3
Fasteners A
4
Fasteners B
5
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