1. Remove the rear shock absorber..
2. Inspect for damage and oil leakage.
3. Compress and extend the shock piston at least three times. Verify that the operational force does not change and that there is no unusual noise.
If not as specified, replace the rear shock absorber.
Rear Shock Absorber Disposal
Rear Shock Absorber Removal/InstallationElectric Variable Valve Timing Actuator, Hydraulic Variable Valve Timing Actuator
Removal/Installation
WARNING:
A hot engine can cause severe burns. Turn off the engine and wait until it
is cool before servicing.
CAUTION:
Do not disassemble the electric variable valve timing actuator and hydraulic
variable valve timing actuator because they are precision units.
If ...
Seat Belt Precautions
Seat belts help to decrease the possibility of severe injury during accidents
and sudden stops. Mazda recommends that the driver and all passengers always wear
seat belts.
All of the seat belt retractors are designed to keep the lap/shoulder belts out
of the way when not in use.
The driver ...
Air Fuel Ratio (A/F) Sensor Inspection
A/F Sensor Inspection
1. Connect the M-MDS to the DLC?2.
2. Switch the ignition ON (engine on).
3. Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature.
4. Access the following PIDs using the M-MDS..
VSS (Vehicle speed)
RPM (Engine speed)
O2S11 (A/F sensor output current ...