Mazda 6 Quiz
Fuel and emission control systems

Neutral switch inspection

In this manual: Fuel and emission control systems
General information — 42Engine — 23Lubrication system — 10Cooling system — 9Fuel and emission control systems — 161Engine electrical system — 17Clutch — 21Manual transaxle — 10Automatic transaxle — 110Front and rear axles — 20Steering system — 15Braking system — 104Suspension — 34Body — 201Body electrical system — 287Heater and air conditioner systems — 89Technical data — 1Special tools — 1
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Note
  • Perform the following inspection only when directed.
Continuity Inspection

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

2. Remove the neutral switch.J5 MANUAL TRANSAXLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)

3. Inspect for continuity between the neutral switch terminals using an ohmmeter.

  • If the neutral switch is okay, but CPP/PNP PID value is out of specification, carry out of the Circuit Open/Short Inspection.
  • If not as specified, replace the neutral switch.

Specification

Circuit Open/Short Inspection

1. Disconnect the PCM connector. (See PCM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)


2. Inspect the following harness for open or short. (Continuity check)

Open circuit
  • Neutral switch terminal B (harness-side) and PCM terminal 1W (harness-side)
  • Neutral switch terminal A (harness-side) and body GND
Short circuit
  • Neutral switch terminal B (harness-side) and body GND

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