1. Remove the evaporative gas check valve (one-way).
2. Apply pressure to port A, and verify that there is no airflow.
3. Apply negative pressure to port A, and verify that there is air flow.

Charcoal canister inspection
Purge solenoid valve removal/installationMazda 6 Service Manual: Vehicle speedometer sensor (vss) removal/installation
Caution
Water or foreign objects entering the connector can cause a poor
connection or corrosion. Be sure not to drop water or foreign objects on the
connector when disconnecting it.
If foreign materials are stuck to the VSS, disturbance by magnetic
flux can cause sensor output to be ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Opening the Hood
1. With the vehicle parked, pull the release handle to unlock the hood.
2. 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.
3. Grasp the support rod in the pad ...