SERVICE CAUTIONS


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Injury/damage Prevention Precautions

•  Depending on the vehicle, the cooling fan may operate suddenly even when the ignition is switched off (LOCK). Therefore, keep hands and tools away from the cooling fan even if the cooling fan is not operating to prevent injury to personnel or damage to the cooling fan. Always disconnect the negative battery cable when servicing the cooling fan or parts near the cooling fan.

Protection of the Vehicle

•  Always be sure to cover fenders, seats and floor areas before starting work.
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Preparation of Tools and Measuring Equipment

•  Be sure that all necessary tools and measuring equipment are available before starting any work.
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Special Service Tools

•  Use special service tools or the equivalent when they are required.
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Malfunction Diagnosis System

•  Use the Mazda Modular Diagnostic System (M-MDS) for malfunction diagnosis.

Connection to malfunction diagnosis system

•  With the ignition switched off, connect the malfunction diagnosis system to the DLC-2 connector shown in the figure.
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Oil Leakage Inspection

•  Use either of the following procedures to identify the type of oil that is leaking:

Using UV light (black light)

1.  Remove any oil on the engine or transmission/transaxle.

Note
•  Referring to the fluorescent dye instruction manual, mix the specified amount of dye into the engine oil or transmission/transaxle oil.

2.  Pour the fluorescent dye into the engine oil or transmission/transaxle oil.

3.  Allow the engine to run for 30 min.

4.  Inspect for dye leakage by irradiating with UV light (black light), and identify the type of oil that is leaking.

5.  If no dye leakage is found, allow the engine to run for another 30 min. or drive the vehicle then reinspect.

6.  Find where the oil is leaking from, then make necessary repairs.

Note
•  To determine whether it is necessary to replace the oil after adding the fluorescent dye, refer to the fluorescent dye instruction manual.


Not using UV light (black light)

1.  Gather sample of the leaking oil using an absorbent white tissue.

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2.  Then, gather some samples of engine and transmission/transaxle oil onto a white cloth or piece of paper.

•  MT vehicles: Transmission/transaxle oil
•  AT vehicles: ATF
•  CVT vehicles: CVT fluid

3.  Compare the appearance and smell, and identify the type of oil that is leaking.

4.  Remove any oil on the engine or transmission/transaxle.

5.  Allow the engine to run for 30 min.

6.  Check the area where the oil is leaking, then make necessary repairs.


Negative Battery Cable Disconnection/Connection


Warning

•  Before removing the SRS air bag system-related parts, always disconnect the negative battery cable and wait for 1 min. or more to allow the back-up power supply to deplete its stored power. (See AIR BAG SYSTEM SERVICE WARNINGS.)


Required procedure after negative battery cable disconnection/connection

System name

Conditions after disconnecting the negative battery cable

Required procedure

Reference

Before disconnecting negative battery cable

After connecting negative battery cable

Power window system
Reset to initial setting and auto-function is disabled.
Perform the power window system initial setting.
Sunroof system
Reset to initial setting and function is disabled.
Perform the sunroof system initial setting.
Clock and audio
Clock display and audio system memory are reset.
Verify the setting content.
Set the verified content before disconnecting negative battery cable.
i-stop system
Specified information in the PCM cleared and the i-stop does not operate normally.
Verify PID “BATT_SOC” value and record. *1
Perform battery condition initial setting (i-stop setting). *2
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)
The tire pressure monitoring system detection accuracy decreases.
Perform the tire pressure monitoring system initialization.

*1  :Because the “BATT_SOC” value before disconnecting the negative battery cable is required for the battery condition initial setting (i-stop setting), record the “BATT_SOC” value before disconnecting the negative battery cable.
*2  :For vehicles with i-stop, if the negative battery cable is disconnected and re-connected, battery condition initial setting (i-stop setting) must be performed.


Switch The Power Supply Using The Push Button Start And Start The Engine

•  The power supply switches according to the vehicle conditions such as the shift lever (MTX)/selector lever (ATX) position and the pedal depression/release.
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Removal of Parts

•  While correcting a problem, also try to determine its cause. Begin work only after first learning which parts and sub-components must be removed and disassembled for replacement or repair. After removing the part, plug all holes and ports to prevent foreign material from entering.
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Control module configuration (initialization setting)

Caution
•  If the configuration procedure is not completed correctly after replacing a control module in which configuration is required, the system will not operate normally. Therefore, perform the work in accordance with the replacement procedure in the workshop manual.
•  If the control module is replaced, and depending on the control module, it may be necessary to write the vehicle specification data to the new control module using the M-MDS. This procedure is for performing the configuration (initial setting).
•  There are the following three methods of the configuration procedure for the control module:
―  Automatic configuration
•  The main control module (built into instrument cluster) performs configuration of the new control module itself and automatically using the vehicle specification data sent via CAN lines.
―  Configuration based on vehicle information read/write data
•  Reads the vehicle information from the control module prior to replacement, and writes the vehicle information to a new control module.
―  Configuration by As-Built data:
•  Obtains the vehicle specification data when the vehicle is shipped from the factory, and writes the data to a new control module.
•  The configuration using As-Built data is used if the vehicle information cannot be read due to a damaged control module which is to be replaced, or if a DTC such as a configuration malfunction is detected.
•  If a control module having personalization features is configured using As-Built data, the settings personalized by the customer are initialized (to factory settings). In this case, verify the setting values made by the customer and change the personalized setting values using the “Programmable Parameters” from the M-MDS menu.
•  If the module programming menu of the M-MDS (Programmable Module Installation, As-Built, Programmable Parameters) is performed, perform the procedure while the battery monitor icon of the M-MDS is green or gray.

Disassembly

•  If the disassembly procedure is complex, requiring many parts to be disassembled, all parts should be marked in a place that will not affect their performance or external appearance, and identified so that reassembly can be performed easily and efficiently.
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Inspection During Removal, Disassembly

•  When removed, each part should be carefully inspected for malfunction, deformation, damage and other problems.
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Arrangement of Parts

•  All disassembled parts should be carefully arranged for reassembly.
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•  Be sure to separate or otherwise identify the parts to be replaced from those that will be reused.

Cleaning of Parts

•  All parts to be reused should be carefully and thoroughly cleaned in the appropriate method.
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Warning
•  Using compressed air can cause dirt and other particles to fly out causing injury to the eyes. Wear protective eye wear whenever using compressed air.

Reassembly

•  Standard values, such as torques and certain adjustments, must be strictly observed in the reassembly of all parts.
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•  If removed, these parts should be replaced with new ones:

Oil seals
Cotter pins
Gaskets
Locknuts (Nylon nuts)
O-rings
Spring pins
Lock washers

•  Depending on location:
―  Sealant and gaskets, or both, should be applied to specified locations. When sealant is applied, parts should be installed before sealant hardens to prevent leakage.
―  Oil should be applied to the moving components of parts.
―  Specified oil or grease should be applied at the prescribed locations (such as oil seals) before reassembly.
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Adjustment

•  Use suitable gauges and testers when making adjustments.
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Rubber Parts and Tubing

•  Prevent gasoline or oil from getting on rubber parts or tubing.
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Hose Clamps

•  When reinstalling, position the hose clamp in the original location on the hose and squeeze the clamp lightly with large pliers to ensure a good fit.
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Note
•  Follow the description in each section because the clamps which are used with the fuel-related system differ from the one indicated above.

Torque Formulas

•  When using a torque wrench-SST or equivalent combination, the specified torque must be recalculated due to the extra length that the SST or equivalent adds to the torque wrench. Recalculate the torque by using the following formulas. Choose the formula that applies to you.
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Torque Unit

Formula

N·m
N·m ×[L/(L+A)]
kgf·m
kgf·m ×[L/(L+A)]
kgf·cm
kgf·cm ×[L/(L+A)]
ft·lbf
ft·lbf ×[L/(L+A)]
in·lbf
in·lbf ×[L/(L+A)]

A  :The length of the SST past the torque wrench drive.
L  :The length of the torque wrench.

Vise

•  When using a vise, put protective plates in the jaws of the vise to prevent damage to parts.
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Dynamometer


Cautions on chassis dynamometer use

•  When inspecting and servicing the power train on the dynamometer or speedometer tester, pay attention to the following:
―  Place a fan, preferably a vehicle-speed proportional type, in front of the vehicle.
―  Make sure the vehicle is in a facility with an exhaust gas ventilation system.
―  Keep the rear bumper cool by placing a cooling fan near the exhaust pipe so that the rear bumper does not get deformed by the heat from the exhaust.
―  Keep the area around the vehicle uncluttered so that heat does not build up.
―  Watch the water temperature gauge and do not overheat the engine.
―  Avoid added load to the engine and maintain normal driving conditions as much as possible.
Note
•  When only the front or rear wheels are rotated on a chassis dynamometer or equivalent, the ABS/DSC HU/CM determines that there is a malfunction in the ABS/DSC and illuminates the following lights:
―  Vehicle with ABS
•  ABS warning light
•  Brake system warning light
―  Vehicle with DSC
•  ABS warning light
•  Brake system warning light
•  TCS/DSC indicator light
•  If the above lights are illuminated, dismount the vehicle from the chassis dynamometer and switch the ignition off (LOCK). Then, switch the ignition ON (engine on), run the vehicle at 10 km/h {6.2 mph} or more and verify that the warning lights go out. In this case, a DTC will be stored in the memory. Clear the DTC from the memory by following the memory clearing procedure [ABS/DSC] in the on-board diagnostic system. (See ON-BOARD DIAGNOSIS [ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS)].) (See ON-BOARD DIAGNOSIS [DYNAMIC STABILITY CONTROL (DSC)].)


Cautions for vehicles with Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) system/Smart Brake Support (SBS) system/Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) system/Distance Recognition Support System (DRSS)

Caution
•  If a vehicle with the following systems is inspected using a chassis dynamometer, always turn off each system before performing the inspection.
―  Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) system
―  Smart Brake Support (SBS) system
―  Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) system
―  Distance Recognition Support System (DRSS)
•  If a chassis dynamometer is used without turning off each system, automatic braking will operate and the inspection cannot be performed correctly.
•  In the event that a chassis dynamometer is used without turning off each system, take appropriate measures referring to the following as each of the system’s warning lights may be illuminated/flashed and DTCs stored in the memory.

Rotating only front or rear wheels
•  If only the front or rear wheels are rotated, the DSC HU/CM will determine that the DSC is malfunctioning. It will also determine that the vehicle control module is malfunctioning and the following warning lights will be illuminated or flashed.
―  Mazda radar cruise control (MRCC) warning light (amber) is flashed
―  Master warning light is illuminated
1.  If the warning light is illuminated or flashed, remove the vehicle from the chassis dynamometer and switch the ignition off.
2.  Switch the ignition back ON and drive the vehicle at 10 km/h or more to verify that the warning light turns off.
3.  Because DTCs are stored, clear DTCs according to the memory clearing procedure.
Rotating all four wheels
•  If all four wheels are rotated, the cruise control module determines that there is an error in the location information of the object which is detected by the radar sensor. As a result, the vehicle control module determines that a malfunction occurred, illuminates the following warning lights, and displays a message in the instrument cluster.
―  Master warning light
―  Displays “MRCC Inspection Required”, “SCBS Inspection Required”, “SBS Inspection Required”, and “DRSS Inspection Required”
1.  If a warning light is illuminated and a message is displayed, remove the vehicle from the chassis dynamometer and switch the ignition off.
2.  Switch the ignition back ON and verify that the warning light is turned off and the message is cleared.
3.  Because DTCs are stored, clear the DTCs according to the memory clearing procedure.

Emergency Engine Stop Operation

•  While performing an inspection by rotating the wheels using a dynamometer, if the ABS HU/CM (with ABS system) or DSC HU/CM (with DSC system) detects a vehicle speed signal error, the engine cannot be stopped using the push button start. If the engine cannot be stopped using the push button start, perform an emergency stop using the following procedure.

1.  Press and hold the push button start for approx. 3 s or more, or press it three times or more successively within approx. 1.5 s.

2.  The engine stops (position is ACC).

3.  Press the push button start to switch the ignition OFF.


SST

•  Some global SST or equivalent are used as SSTs necessary for vehicle repair. Note that these SSTs are marked with global SST numbers.
•  Note that a global SST number is written together with a corresponding Mazda SST number as shown below.

Example (SST List)

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Example (In text)

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