Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Auto Leveling Sensor
Purpose
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Detects the vehicle height and outputs it to the AFS control module.
Function
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Changes the detected vehicle height into a voltage value and outputs it to the AFS control module.
Construction
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Installed to the rear cross member.
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Consists of link No. 1, link No.2 and the Hall sensor.
Operation
1. If the rear cross member slumps under a load and passengers, the auto leveling sensor link changes.
2. The auto leveling sensor fluctuates the vehicle height value based on the link angle, and outputs the vehicle height signal to the AFS control module.
Fail-safe
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Function not equipped.
General
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Auto Leveling Sensor Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the auto leveling sensor..
3. Prepare three dry cell batteries (1.5 V).
4. Connect the three dry cell batteries in a series.
5. Connect ...
Other materials:
Center Accessory Socket Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the upper console..
3. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver into the gap between the cap tab
and socket.
4. Move the flathead screwdriver in the direction of the arrow (1) shown in the
figure, press the center accessory socket ...
Glass Antenna Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Partially peel back the seaming welt.
3. Remove the liftgate upper trim..
4. Disconnect antenna feeder No.3 connector..
5. Visually inspect the glass antenna for damage.
6. Verify that the continuity between the glass antenna terminals is as in ...
Steering Features
Improved handling, fuel economy, marketability
Column assist type Electric Power Steering (EPS) adopted
Improved handling
By using a higher steering gear ratio (15.5), the steerability has
been improved
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