Purpose, Function
Warns the driver of a AWD system malfunction.
Construction
The AWD warning light is built into the instrument cluster.

Operation
If the self-diagnostic function stores a DTC, the warning light illuminates to alert the driver of the malfunction. If system control is temporarily suspended due to the rear differential oil temperature becoming abnormally hot or similar cause, the warning light flashes to alert the driver.
The AWD CM controls the operation of the warning light.
Fail-safe
Function not equipped.
Awd Solenoid Inspection
Coupling Component Calibration Data WritingPush-Starting
Do not push-start your Mazda.
WARNING
Never tow a vehicle to start it:
Towing a vehicle to start it is dangerous. The vehicle being towed could surge
forward when its engine starts, causing the two vehicles to collide. The occupants
could be injured.
CAUTION
Do not push-start a vehicle that ...
Differential Oil Temperature Sensor Inspection
WARNING:
Hot differential oil may cause severe burns. Do not perform maintenance while
differential oil is hot.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Disconnect the differential oil temperature sensor connector and remove the
differential oil temperature sensor.
3. Wrap ...
Passenger Compartment Temperature Sensor Inspection [Full Auto Air Conditioner]
1. Measure the temperature around the passenger compartment temperature sensor
and measure the resistance between passenger compartment temperature sensor terminals
A and B.
If the characteristics of the passenger compartment temperature sensor are
not as shown in the graph, replace t ...