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
Camshaft position (cmp) sensor inspection
Knock sensor removal/installationMazda 6 Service Manual: Variable tumble control system (vtcs) shutter valve actuator inspection
1. Remove the air hose. (See INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
2. Disconnect the vacuum hose from the VTCS shutter valve actuator.
3. Connect a vacuum pump to the VTCS shutter valve actuator.
4. Apply vacuum and verify that the rod moves.
If the rod dose not move, replace the intake ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Stabilizer control link inspection
1. Remove the stabilizer control link from the vehicle.
2. Inspect for bending and damage.
3. Measure the ball joint starting torque.
(1) Rock the ball joint stud side to side 10 times.
(2) Rotate the ball joint stud 10 times.
(3) Measure the starting torque using a suitable allen so ...