1. Turn the ignition switch to ON position.
2. Turn the rear window defroster switch on.
Caution
3. Connect the positive (+) lead of the voltmeter to the positive side of each filament and the negative (−) lead to ground.

4. Gradually, slide the positive (+) lead from the positive side to the negative side and measure the voltage. Verify that the voltage decreases accordingly.


Filament repair
Window glassMazda 6 Service Manual: Scheduled maintenance
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE TABLE
For Europe (L.H.D. U.K.)
Chart symbols:
I : Inspect and repair, clean, adjust, or replace if necessary.
(Oil-permeated air cleaner elements cannot be cleaned using the air-blow
method.)
R : Replace
T : Tighten
L : Lubricate
Remarks:
To ensure efficient oper ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Vehicle speedometer sensor (vss) inspection
Visual Inspection
1. Remove the VSS. (See VEHICLE SPEEDOMETER SENSOR (VSS)
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
2. Make sure that the sensor is free of any metallic shavings or particles.
If any are found on the sensor, clean them off.
3. Install the VSS. (See VEHICLE SPEEDOMETER SENSOR (VSS)
REMOVAL ...