L3
Coil Resistance Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Disconnect the oil control valve connector.
3. Measure the resistance between terminals A and B using an ohmmeter.
Specification
6.9-7.9 ohms
4. Connect the oil control valve connector.
Spool Valve Operation Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the oil control valve.
3. Verify that the spool valve in the oil control valve is in the maximum valve timing retard position as indicated in the figure.
4. Verify that the battery is fully charged.
5. Apply battery positive voltage between the oil control valve terminals and verify that the spool valve operates and moves to the maximum valve timing advance position.
Note
- Positive battery cable to terminal A, negative battery cable to terminal B
- Positive battery cable to terminal B, negative battery cable to terminal A
6. Stop applying battery positive voltage and verify that the spool valve returns to the maximum valve timing retard position.
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Control valve body removal
On-Vehicle Removal
Warning
Using compressed air can cause dirt and other particles to fly
out, causing injury to the eyes. Wear protective eyes whenever using
compressed air.
Caution
Clean the transaxle exterior throughout with a steam cleaner or
cleaning solvents before removal ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Rocking the Vehicle
WARNING
Do not spin the wheels at more than 56 km/h (35 mph), and do not allow
anyone to stand behind a wheel when pushing the vehicle: When the vehicle
is stuck, spinning the wheels at high speed is dangerous. The spinning tire could
overheat and explode. This could cause serious injuries.
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