Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Brake System/ABS Warning Light

Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual / Brakes / Brake Control, Vehicle Dynamics / ABS / Brake System/ABS Warning Light

Purpose/Function

The brake system/ABS warning light is built into the instrument cluster. If a malfunction is detected in the system with the parking brake released, the warning light illuminates to notify the driver.

Construction/Operation

When the DSC system and CAN lines are functioning normally, the brake system/ABS warning light illuminates when the ignition is switched to ON to check for a burned-out bulb, and then turns off after approx. 3 s. At this time, while the parking brake is activated, the brake system warning light remains illuminated, however, it turns off after the parking brake is released.
The brake system/ABS warning light illuminates during a system malfunction, and the control is as follows:

ABS warning light illuminated:

ABS control disabled.

ABS warning light and brake system warning light illuminated:

ABS and EBD controls disabled.

Fail-safe

Function not equipped.

ABS Wheel Speed Sensor And ABS Sensor Rotor

Purpose/Function The ABS wheel-speed sensor and ABS sensor rotor detect the rotation condition of each wheel and transmit this information to the DSC HU/CM. The signal from the ABS w ...

Front ABS Wheel Speed Sensor Inspection

Sensor Output Value Inspection CAUTION: Resistance inspection using other testers may cause damage to the ABS wheel-speed sensor internal circuit. Be sure to use the M-MDS to inspect the A ...

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Automatic Transaxle Fluid (ATF) Inspection [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
CAUTION: If the ATF level is not within the specification or ATF is not adhering to the dipstick after warming up the engine, do not drive the vehicle. Otherwise, the transaxle could be damaged. ATF level inspection 1. Remove the dipstick securing bolt. 2. Connect the M-MDS to ...

High Mount Brake Light
Purpose The high-mount brake light signals vehicles to the rear that the vehicle is stopped. Function The high-mount brake light illuminates in conjunction with the operation of the brake light switch. Construction The high-mount brake light is positioned on th ...

Intake Air Temperature (Iat) Sensor Inspection
IAT Sensor No.1 Resistance inspection NOTE: Because the IAT sensor No.1 is integrated in the MAF sensor, replacing the IAT sensor No.1 includes replacement of the MAF sensor/IAT sensor No.1. 1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.. 2. Disconnect the MAF sensor/IAT sensor No.1 ...