1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the column cover. (See COLUMN COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION)
3. Disconnect the ignition switch connectors.
4. Inspect for continuity between the ignition switch terminals using an ohmmeter.


Ignition switch removal/installation
Key reminder switch removal/installationMazda 6 Service Manual: Abs (abs/tcs) hu/cm inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Connect the SST between the ABS (ABS/TCS) HU/CM and harness
connector with the ignition switch off.
3. Attach the tester leads to the SST and inspect voltage referring
the table below.
Terminal Voltage Table (Reference)
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Flasher unit inspection
1. Connect the connector to the flasher unit.
2. Connect the negative battery cable.
3. Measure the voltage at the flasher unit using voltmeter.
When inspecting terminal F for continuity, disconnect the flasher unit connector.
4. If the value are not as specified in the Terminal Voltag ...