1. Remove the vacuum hose..
2. Verify that air can be blown from the power brake unit side of the vacuum hose towards the vacuum pump side, and that air cannot be blown in the opposite direction.

If there is any malfunction of the inner check valve, replace it together with the vacuum hose as a single unit.
Vacuum Hose Removal/Installation
Vacuum Pump InspectionPush-Starting
Do not push-start your Mazda.
WARNING
Never tow a vehicle to start it:
Towing a vehicle to start it is dangerous. The vehicle being towed could surge
forward when its engine starts, causing the two vehicles to collide. The occupants
could be injured.
CAUTION
Do not push-start a vehicle that ...
Blind Spot Monitoring (Bsm) Off Switch
Purpose
The blind spot monitoring (BSM) system can be turned on or off optionally
by the driver.
Function
The switch operation signal is sent to the instrument cluster.
Construction
The BSM OFF switch is built into the cluster switch.
The resistance is bui ...
Engine Disassembly/Assembly
CAUTION:
When the transaxle is installed, do not suspend the engine. Otherwise, the
SST installation area of the cylinder head may be damaged due to excess weight.
Only suspend the engine after separating the engine and transaxle.
Applying excessive force (force of 100 N {10.2 ...