Mazda 3 Service Manual: Key Interlock System Inspection
Key Interlock System Inspection
1. Switch the ignition to ON.
2. Perform the following procedures to inspect the key interlock system.
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If there is any malfunction, inspect the key interlock solenoid and NOT P position switch..
a. Verify that the ignition cannot be switched to off when the selector lever is not in the P position.
b. Verify that the ignition can be switched to off when the selector lever is in the P position.
Key Interlock Solenoid Inspection
1. Perform the following procedures.
a. Remove the battery cover..
b. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
c. Remove the column cover..
d. Disconnect the key interlock solenoid connector.
2. Measure the resistance between the key interlock solenoid terminals A and B.
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If there is any malfunction, replace the steering lock..
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Key interlock solenoid specification
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Approx.36 ohms
NOT P Position Switch Inspection
1. Perform the following procedures.
a. Remove the battery cover..
b. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
c. Remove the console..
d. Disconnect the selector lever component connector.
2. Inspect the continuity between the selector lever component terminals G and K.
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If there is any malfunction, replace the selector lever component..
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Test condition |
Continuity |
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P position |
No continuity |
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Except P position |
Continuity |
Judder Upon Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) Operation [Fw6 A EL]
TROUBLESHOOTING ITEM
Judder upon torque converter clutch (TCC) operation
DESCRIPTION
Vehicle jolts when TCC is engaged.
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M Position Switch Inspection [FS5 A EL]
1. Perform the following procedures.
a. Remove the battery cover..
b. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
c. Remove the console..
d. Disconnect the selector lever component connector.
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Other materials:
Interior Light Bulb Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Insert a tape-wrapped fastener remover into the service hole and pry with
the screwdriver in the direction shown by the arrow to remove the lens.
3. Remove the interior light bulb.
4. Install in the reverse order of removal. ...
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 ...
Parking Brake Switch Inspection
1. Remove the upper panel..
2. Disconnect the parking brake switch connector.
3. Verify that the continuity is as indicated in the table.
If not as indicated in the table, replace the parking brake lever.
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