
Diagnostic procedure



No.11 engine stalls/quits, engine runs rough, misses, buck/jerk,
hesitation/stumble, surges
No.13 knocking/pinging-acceleration/cruiseMazda 6 Service Manual: Traction Control System (TCS)
The Traction Control System (TCS) enhances traction and safety by controlling
engine torque and braking. When the TCS detects driving wheel slippage, it lowers
engine torque and operates the brakes to prevent loss of traction.
This means that on a slick surface, the engine adjusts automatically ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Variable tumble control system (vtcs) shutter valve actuator inspection
1. Remove the air hose. (See INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
2. Disconnect the vacuum hose from the VTCS shutter valve actuator.
3. Connect a vacuum pump to the VTCS shutter valve actuator.
4. Apply vacuum and verify that the rod moves.
If the rod dose not move, replace the intake ...