Mazda 6 Service Manual: Neutral switch inspection

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Note

Perform the following inspection only when directed.

Continuity Inspection

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

2. Remove the neutral switch.J5 MANUAL TRANSAXLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)

3. Inspect for continuity between the neutral switch terminals using an ohmmeter.

If the neutral switch is okay, but CPP/PNP PID value is out of specification, carry out of the Circuit Open/Short Inspection.
If not as specified, replace the neutral switch.

Specification

Circuit Open/Short Inspection

1. Disconnect the PCM connector. (See PCM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)

2. Inspect the following harness for open or short. (Continuity check)

Open circuit

Neutral switch terminal B (harness-side) and PCM terminal 1W (harness-side)
Neutral switch terminal A (harness-side) and body GND

Short circuit

Neutral switch terminal B (harness-side) and body GND

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