Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Ion Sensor
Purpose/Function
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Detects ion generation in the combustion chamber for detecting pre-ignition.
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Detects ions which occur due to fuel combustion as current by applying bias voltage to the spark plug, which is amplified in the ignition coil internal circuit and input to the PCM.
Construction
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Built into the ignition coil.
Operation
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Accumulates the secondary current of the ignition coil in bias condenser (1) and detects ion current (2) by applying the bias voltage to the spark plug.
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Pulls in current (4) increased by current amplification circuit (3) to the ignition coil from the PCM.
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The PCM measures/converts the current sent to the ignition coil and monitors.
Ion generation mechanism
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Ions are generated based on: fuel combustion = chemical reaction / disassociation. The generated negative ions move to the center electrode of the spark plug to which bias voltage is applied, positive ions move to the grounded engine wall surface, and then current flows from the spark plug to the ignition coil.
Fail-safe
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Function not equipped.
Ion Sensor Inspection
DTC Inspection
1. Connect the M-MDS to the DLC?2.
2. Perform the DTC inspection using the M-MDS..
If any DTC related to the ignition coil/ion sensor is present, repair the
malfunctioning ...
Lap Pre Tensioner Seat Belt [Two Step Deployment Control System]
Purpose
The lap pre-tensioner seat belts retract and tighten the seat belt webbing
to protect the front passengers during a collision.
Function
The lap pre-tensioner seat belts ...
Other materials:
Winter Driving
Carry emergency gear, including tire chains, window scraper, flares, a small
shovel, jumper cables, and a small bag of sand or salt.
Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer to perform the following precautions: l Have the
proper ratio of antifreeze in the radiator.
• Inspect the battery and its cable ...
Purge Control
Outline
An appropriate amount of evaporative gas is fed into the intake manifold
by the purge solenoid valve operation according to the engine operation conditions.
This ensures driveability and prevents release of evaporative gas into the atmosphere.
The PCM drives the purge so ...
Side Turn Light Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Outer mirror glass.
b. Upper outer mirror garnish.
c. Side turn light.
3. Apply battery voltage to side turn light terminal A, and connect terminal
B to ground.
4. Verify that the LED illuminates.
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