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:
Panel Light Control Indicator Alarm
Purpose
The panel light control indicator alarm notifies the driver that the panel
light brightness is either at maximum or minimum.
Function
If the panel light control switch is in the maximum rotation position right
or left when the TNS switch ON signal (TNS and headlight ...
Tcs Off Switch Inspection
1. Remove the TCS OFF switch..
2. Verify that the resistance between the TCS OFF switch terminals B and C is
as indicated in the table.
If not as indicated in the table, replace the TCS OFF switch.
TCS OFF switch specification
Terminal
Test con ...
Brake/Taillight Bulb Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver into the service hole in the position
shown in the figure.
3. Move the flathead screwdriver in the direction of the arrow (1) shown in the
figure, pull out the service hole cover, and detach the serv ...
