Note
Resistance Inspection
1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK.
2. Disconnect the knock sensor connector.
3. Measure the resistance between the knock sensor terminals A and B using an ohmmeter.
Specification
Approx. 4.87 megohms
Circuit Open/Short Inspection
1. Disconnect the PCM connector. (See PCM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
2. Inspect the following wiring harnesses for open or short. (Continuity check)
Open circuit
- Knock sensor terminal A (harness-side) and PCM terminal 2S (harness-side)
- Knock sensor terminal B (harness-side) and PCM terminal 2P (harness-side)
Short circuit
- Knock sensor terminal A (harness-side) and power supply
- Knock sensor terminal A (harness-side) and body GND
- Knock sensor terminal B (harness-side) and power supply
- Knock sensor terminal B (harness-side) and body GND
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Heater core inspection
1. Remove the A/C unit. (See A/C UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
2. Remove the heater core from the A/C unit.
3. Inspect for cracks, damage, and coolant leakage.
If any problems are found, replace the heater core.
4. Inspect for bent fins.
If any are bent, use a flathead screwdriver to stra ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: No.9 noise while operating a/c system
Diagnostic procedure
* : If there is gas leakage, air enters into the A/C system. The desiccant
within the receiver/drier absorbs the moisture from the air and becomes
saturated. If the A/C system is used in this condition, the inside of the A/C
compressor will begin to rust due to this ...