Front ABS Wheel Speed Sensor Inspection
Resistance inspection using other testers may cause damage to the ABS wheel-speed sensor internal circuit. Be sure to use the M-MDS to inspect the ABS wheel-speed sensor.
1. Switch the ignition to off.
2. Connect the M-MDS to the DLC-2.

3. Select the following PIDs using the M-MDS:
WSPD_LF
(LF wheel-speed sensor)
WSPD_RF
(RF wheel-speed sensor)
4. Start the engine and drive the vehicle.
5. Verify that the display of the M-MDS shows the same value as the speedometer.
If there is any malfunction, replace the front ABS wheel-speed sensor.
1. Inspect for the following:
If there is any malfunction, replace the part.
a. Excessive play of the front ABS wheel-speed sensor
b. Deformation of the front ABS wheel-speed sensor
Clearance Inspection Preparation prior to inspection1. Remove the front ABS wheel-speed sensor..
2. Remove the wheel hub, steering knuckle component..
3. Install the front ABS wheel-speed sensor to the removed the wheel hub, steering knuckle component, and tighten to the specified torque.

- Tightening torque
4.0—6 N·m {41—61 kgf·cm, 36—53 in·lbf}
1. Measure the gap between the front ABS sensor rotor and the front ABS wheel-speed sensor using a feeler gauge.

If not within the specification, verify the following items and repair or replace if necessary.
Is there deformation or damage to the front ABS sensor rotor?
Is there deformation or damage to the front ABS wheel speed sensor?
Is there foreign material adhering?
- Clearance
2.1 mm {0.082 in} or less
1. Remove the front ABS wheel-speed sensor from the wheel hub, steering knuckle component.
2. Install the wheel hub, steering knuckle component..
3. Install the front ABS wheel-speed sensor..
4. Inspect the front wheel alignment..
Test yourself
A quick Mazda 3 quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.