Operating Inspection
1. Turn the ignition switch to ON (engine OFF).
2. Verify that the HOLD indicator light is not illuminated. Depress the HOLD switch and verify that the HOLD indicator light illuminates.
Voltage Inspection
1. Remove the console.
2. Turn the ignition switch to ON (engine OFF).
3. Measure the voltage at the HOLD switch connector.


Continuity Inspection of
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the console.
3. Disconnect the HOLD switch connector.
4. Inspect continuity at the HOLD switch.

5. Connect the HOLD switch connector.
6. Install the console.
7. Connect the negative battery cable.
Automatic transaxle fluid (atf) replacement
Hold switch removal/installationMazda 6 Service Manual: A-pillar trim removal
1. Turn the seaming welt over.
2. Disengage clips A using a fastener remover.
3. Pull the A-pillar trim, then disengage clip B (1).
4. Pull the A-pillar trim upward, then disengage clip B from the A-pillar
trim (2).
5. Pull clip B out, then rotate 45°.
6. Remove clip B from the grommet b ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Engine control system operation inspection
Main Relay Operation Inspection
Verify that the main relay clicks when the ignition switch is turned to ON
position and off.
If there is no operation sound, inspect the following.
- Main relay (See RELAY INSPECTION.)
- Harness and connector between ignition switch and main relay termi ...