Mazda 6 Service Manual: Variable tumble control solenoid valve inspection
1. Remove the variable tumble control solenoid valve. (See INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
2. Inspect airflow between the ports under the following conditions.
- If not as specified, replace the variable tumble control solenoid valve.
- If as specified, carry out the Circuit Open/Short Inspection.
Circuit Open/Short Inspection
1. Disconnect the PCM connector. (See PCM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
2. Inspect the following wiring harness for open or short (continuity check).
Open circuit
- If there is no continuity, the circuit is open. Repair or replace the harness.
- Variable tumble control solenoid valve terminal B (harness-side) and PCM terminal 4T
- Variable tumble control solenoid valve terminal A (harness-side) and main relay terminal C (harness-side)
Short circuit
- If there is continuity, the circuit is shorted. Repair or replace the harness.
- Variable tumble control solenoid valve terminal B (harness-side) and body GND
- Variable tumble control solenoid valve terminal A (harness-side) and power supply
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 actuato ...
Accelerator pedal removal/installation
1. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
2. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Accelerator Cable Installation Note
Carry out the ACCELERATOR CABLE INSTALLATION/ADJUSTMENT procedure ...
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Battery Recharging
NOTE
Before performing maintenance or recharging the battery, turn off all
accessories and stop the engine.
To disconnect the battery, remove the negative cable first. Install it
last when connecting the battery.
Be sure to remove the caps before recharging the battery.
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Steering wheel and column inspection
Steering Wheel Play Inspection
With the wheels in the straight-ahead position, gently turn the steering
wheel to the left and right and verify that the play is within the
specification.
If the play exceeds the specification, either the steering joints are
worn or the backlash of the stee ...