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.

Variable intake-air system (vis) control solenoid valve inspection (l3)
Variable tumble control solenoid valve inspectionMazda 6 Service Manual: Operational Range
The system operates only when the driver is in the vehicle or within operational
range while the key is being carried.
Starting the Engine
NOTE
Starting the engine may be possible even if the key is outside of the
vehicle and extremely close to a door and window, however, always start the ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Hold switch inspection
Operating Inspection
1. Turn the ignition switch to ON (engine OFF).
2. Verify that the HOLD indicator light is not illuminated. Depress the HOLD
switch and verify that the HOLD indicator light illuminates.
If not as specified, inspect the terminal voltage of the HOLD switch.
Voltage Insp ...