Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: License Plate Light
Purpose
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The license plate lights shine light on the license plate during nighttime driving.
Function
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The license plate lights illuminate in conjunction with the operation of the light switch.
Construction
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The license plate lights are installed to the liftgate.
Operation
1. When the light switch is operated to the TNS position, a TNS signal is input to the start stop unit.
2. The start stop unit sends the TNS signal to the front body control module (FBCM).
3. When the front body control module (FBCM) receives the TNS signal, it turns the TNS relay on.
4. When the TNS relay turns on, the license plate bulbs are illuminated.
Fail-safe
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Function not equipped.
High Mount Brake Light Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the liftgate upper trim..
3. Remove the rear spoiler..
4. Disconnect the connector.
5. While pressing the high-mount brake light tab in ...
License Plate Light Bulb Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver into the clearance between the
lens and license plate light shown in the figure.
3. Move the flathead ...
Other materials:
Front Combination Light Removal/Installation
WARNING:
Incorrect servicing of the discharge headlights could result in electrical
shock. Before servicing the discharge headlights, always refer to the service
warnings..
NOTE:
Fogging or condensation on the inside of the front combination lights may
occur due to a n ...
Engine Coolant
Inspecting Coolant Level
WARNING
Do not use a match or live flame in the engine compartment. DO NOT ADD COOLANT
WHEN THE ENGINE IS HOT:
A hot engine is dangerous. If the engine has been running, parts of the engine
compartment can become very hot. You could be burned.
Carefully inspect the e ...
Piston, Piston Ring, Piston Pin
Purpose, Function
Piston
The piston in the cylinder of the cylinder block moves reciprocally by the
pressure received when the air-fuel mixture combusts.
Piston ring
The piston ring consists of the compression ring (top ring, second ring)
and the oil ring, and has the foll ...
