Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Down Switch [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Purpose/Function
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The down switch detects the shift down operation of the selector lever.
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The down switch signal is sent to the TCM via CAN and is used for manual shift control and engine-transaxle integration control.
Construction
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The down switch is installed to the selector lever.
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The down switch is an on/off type switch.
Operation
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When the selector lever is in the shift down position (-), the down switch contact point closes.
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Based on the opening and closing of the down switch contact point, the TCM detects that the shift down has been operated.
Down Switch Inspection [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Continuity Inspection
NOTE:
The down switch is built into the selector lever component.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the front console..
3. Disconnect the se ...
Drive Plate Removal/Installation [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
1. Remove the transaxle..
2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
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Drive plate installation bolts
(See Drive Plate Installation Bolts Removal Note.)
(See ...
Other materials:
Mirror Base Removal
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the rearview mirror. (without auto-dimming mirror).
3. Remove the auto-dimming mirror. (with auto-dimming mirror).
4. Wind each end of a wire around a bar.
WARNING:
Using the piano wire with bare hands can cause injury. Always ...
Power Steering Malfunction Indicator Light
Purpose
The power steering malfunction indicator light warns the driver that there
is a malfunction with the electric power steering (EPS) system.
Function
If there is a malfunction in the EPS system, the power steering malfunction
indicator light illuminates.
If th ...
Manual Transaxle Operation
Manual Transaxle Shift Pattern
The shift pattern of the transaxle is conventional, as shown.
Depress the clutch pedal all the way down while shifting; then release it slowly.
Your vehicle is equipped with a device to prevent shifting to R (reverse) by
mistake.
Push the shift lever downward a ...
