Visual Inspection
1. Remove the VSS. (See VEHICLE SPEEDOMETER SENSOR (VSS) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
2. Make sure that the sensor is free of any metallic shavings or particles.
3. Install the VSS. (See VEHICLE SPEEDOMETER SENSOR (VSS) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
Wave profile Inspection
1. Remove the PCM. (See PCM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
2. Connect WDS or equivalent to DLC connector.
3. Connect osilloscope test leads to the following PCM connector terminals.
4. Start the engine.
5. Monitor VSS PID.
6. Inspect wave profile.
- If wave profile or voltage are out of specifications, carry out the Open Circuit Inspection or Short Circuit Inspection
Power Supply Voltage Inspection
1. Disconnect the VSS connector.
2. Turn the ignition switch to ON.
3. Measure voltage at VSS connector terminal B (wiring harness side).
Specification
4.5-5.5 V
Open Circuit Inspection
Inspect the following circuit for open.
Short Circuit Inspection
Inspect the following circuit for short.
Sensor Rotor Inspection
1. Remove the VSS. (See VEHICLE SPEEDOMETER SENSOR (VSS) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
2. Shift the selector lever to N position.
3. Inspect sensor rotor surface via VSS installation hole while rotating the front tire manually.
(1) Is sensor rotor free of damage and cracks?
(2) Is sensor rotor free of any metallic shavings or particles?
- If sensor rotor is okay, replace the VSS.
- If there is a problem, clean or replace the sensor rotor.
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Combination switch removal/installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the driver-side air bag module. (See DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
3. Remove the steering wheel. (See STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
4. Remove the column cover. (See COLUMN COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION)
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Manual Transaxle Shift Pattern
The shift pattern of the transaxle is conventional, as shown.
Depress the clutch pedal all the way down while shifting; then release it slowly.
Your vehicle is equipped with a device to prevent shifting to R (reverse) by mistake. Push the shift lever downward and shift to R.
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