Caution
After repairing a malfunction, perform this procedure to verify that the malfunction has been corrected.
When this procedure is carried out, be sure to drive the vehicle at lawful speed and pay attention to the other vehicles.
1. Connect the WDS or equivalent to the DLC-2.
2. Turn the ignition key to ON (engine OFF).
3. Verify that DTCs are cleared from memory.
4. Decrease ATF temperature to 20 °C {68 °F}
or below.
5. Start the engine then wait 180 seconds or more.
6. Warm up the engine and ATX.
or above.
or above.
7. Shift the selector lever between P position to L range while depressing brake pedal.
8. Drive the vehicle for 150 seconds or more at a vehicle speed between 25 and 59 km/h {15 and 36 mph},
then 60 km/h {37 mph} or more
for 100 seconds or more.
9. Drive the vehicle in D range and shift gears between 1st and 4th (TCC operation) gear.
10. Gradually slow down and stop the vehicle.
11. Make sure that the repaired DTC does not recur.
Automatic transaxle on-board diagnostic function
Dtc tableMazda 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 ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Bright-Metal Maintenance
Use tar remover to remove road tar and insects. Never do this with a knife
or similar tool.
To prevent corrosion on brightmetal surfaces, apply wax or chrome preservative
and rub it to a high luster.
During cold weather or in coastal areas, cover bright-metal parts with a
coating of ...