Coil Resistance Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the plug hole plate..
3. Disconnect the OCV connector.
4. Measure the resistance between terminals A and B using an ohmmeter.
6.9—7.5 ohms [20°C {68°F}]
If not as specified, replace the OCV..
5. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Spool Valve Operation Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the OCV..
3. Verify that the spool valve in the OCV is in the maximum valve timing advance position as indicated in the figure.
If not as specified, replace the OCV..
4. Verify that the battery is fully charged..
If not as specified, recharge the battery..
NOTE:
When applying battery positive voltage between the OCV terminals, the connection can be either of the following:
Positive battery cable to terminal A, negative battery cable to terminal B
Positive battery cable to terminal B, negative battery cable to terminal A
5. Apply battery positive voltage between the OCV terminals and verify that the spool valve operates and moves to the maximum valve timing retard position.
If not as specified, replace the OCV..
6. Stop applying battery positive voltage and verify that the spool valve returns to the maximum valve timing advance position.
If not as specified, replace the OCV..
7. Install the OCV..
Owner Maintenance Precautions
The owner or a qualified service technician should make these vehicle inspections
at the indicated intervals to ensure safe and dependable operation.
Bring any problem to the attention of an Authorized Mazda Dealer or qualified
service technician as soon as possible.
When Refueling
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Magnet Clutch [Manual Air Conditioner]
Purpose
The magnetic clutch transmits the rotation force from the engine to the shaft
in the A/C compressor.
Function
The magnetic clutch engages or disengages the magnetic clutch and the A/C
turns on or off by switching the power transmission from the engine.
Con ...
Keyless Antenna [Advanced Keyless Entry System]
Purpose
Outputs a request signal and specifies the remote transmitter location.
Function
The keyless antenna outputs request signals to the inside and outside of
the vehicle based on the signals from the LF control unit.
Construction, Operation
The antennas for re ...