Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Solar Radiation Sensor [Full Auto Air Conditioner]
Purpose
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The solar radiation sensor detects the sunlight intensity emitted to the cabin.
Function
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The solar radiation sensor converts the detected solar radiation amount to an electric signal.
Construction
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A photodiode (light receiving diode) has been adopted for the solar radiation sensor.
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The solar radiation sensor is installed to the passenger's side in the dashboard.
Operation
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The photodiode (light receiving diode) generates electrical current when light shines on the connecting area of the semiconductor. The generated electrical current increases if the sunlight intensity increases, and conversely decreases if the sunlight intensity decreases.
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The climate control unit determines the sunlight intensity according to the amount of electrical current sent from the solar radiation sensor.
Fail-safe
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Function not equipped.
Solar Radiation Sensor Removal/Installation [Full Auto Air Conditioner]
NOTE:
When removing the solar radiation sensor, perform the procedure in the posture
shown in the figure.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following pa ...
Cooling Fan Relay [Skyactiv G 2.0]
Purpose, Function
The cooling fan relay operates by receiving the signal from the PCM to supply
power to the cooling fan motor.
Construction
The cooling fan relay is installed o ...
Other materials:
Cargo Compartment Light Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the cargo compartment light..
3. Verify that the continuity between the cargo compartment light terminals is
as indicated in the table.
If not as indicated in the table, replace the cargo compartment light..
...
Throttle Body
Purpose, Function
Opens/closes the throttle valve to adjust the amount of air supplied to the
cylinder.
Opens/closes the throttle valve according to the control signal from the
PCM.
Construction
The throttle body is installed to the intake manifold.
Th ...
Climate Control Unit Inspection [Full Auto Air Conditioner]
1. Remove the climate control unit with the connector connected..
2. Switch the ignition ON (engine off or on).
3. Connect the negative (-) lead of the tester to body ground.
4. By inserting the positive (+) lead of the tester into each climate control
unit terminal, measure the voltage acco ...
