Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Filament Inspection
1. Switch the ignition ON (engine off).
2. Turn the rear window defroster switch on.
CAUTION:
-
Directly touching the rear window defroster filament with the lead of the tester could damage it. Wrap aluminum foil around the end of the lead and inspect the filament by touching it with the aluminum foil.
3. Connect the positive lead of the tester to the positive side of each filament and the negative lead to ground.
4. Gradually slide the positive lead from the positive side to the negative side and verify that the voltage decreases accordingly.
-
If the voltage changes rapidly, the filament has a malfunction. Repair the filament.
|
Measured part
|
Voltage (Reference)
|
|
(1) to (2) |
Approx. 11 V to 0 V |
Glass & Windows
...
Filament Repair
1. Clean the filament using isopropyl alcohol.
2. Attach tape to both sides of the filament.
3. Using a small brush or marking pen, apply silver paint.
4. After 2—3 min, carefully remove t ...
Other materials:
Vacuum Pump Inspection
1. Pinch open the clamp using pliers and disconnect the vacuum hose from the
vacuum pump..
2. Install the vacuum gauge as shown in the figure, then check the vacuum.
3. Warn up the engine.
If the pressure is less than the specification, inspect for the following.
Malf ...
Ambient Temperature Sensor [Manual Air Conditioner]
Purpose
The ambient temperature sensor detects the ambient temperature.
Function
The ambient temperature sensor converts the detected temperature to an electric
signal.
Construction
A thermistor-type ambient temperature sensor has been adopted.
The ambient ...
Conventional Brake System
Outline
A brake pedal with an intrusion minimizing mechanism has been adopted. As
a result, driver safety has been improved.
A small diameter long-stroke type master cylinder has been adopted, improving
operability and response.
A vacuum pump has been adopted, improving ...
