Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Filament Inspection
1. Switch the ignition ON (engine off).
2. Turn the rear window defroster switch on.
CAUTION:
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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.
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If the voltage changes rapidly, the filament has a malfunction. Repair the filament.
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Measured part
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Voltage (Reference)
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(1) to (2) |
Approx. 11 V to 0 V |
Auto Dimming Mirror Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the screw B.
3. Remove the auto-dimming mirror in the direction of arrow (1) shown in the
figure.
4. Detach tabs while push the cov ...
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:
Wheel Hub, Steering Knuckle Removal/Installation
CAUTION:
Performing the following procedures without first removing the ABS wheel-speed
sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the wiring harness if it is pulled
by mistake. Before performing the following procedures, disconnect the ABS wheel-speed
sensor connector (axle sid ...
Money-Saving Suggestions
How you operate your Mazda determines how far it will travel on a tank of fuel.
Use these suggestions to help save money on fuel and repairs.
• Avoid long warm-ups. Once the engine
runs smoothly, begin driving.
• Avoid fast starts.
• Keep the engine tuned. Follow the maintenance
sched ...
Airflow Volume Control [Full Auto Air Conditioner]
Purpose
The airflow volume control changes the airflow volume according to the vehicle
environment.
Function
The airflow volume control changes the operation of the blower motor according
to the operations of the airflow volume control dial or temperature control
dial an ...