1. Remove the VAD check valve (one-way). (See INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION)
2. Blow through A and verify that air flows from B.
3. Blow through B and verify that air does not flow from A.
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Dtc table
DTCs are common for present and past malfunction diagnosis.
Note
When DTCs not shown in the DTC table are displayed, replace
the SAS unit.
If the air bag system warning light does not illuminate or
remains illuminated when the ignition switch is turned to ON position,
i ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Troubleshooting procedure
Basic flow of troubleshooting
DTC troubleshooting flow (on-board diagnostic)
Diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) are important hints for repairing
malfunctions that are difficult to simulate.
Perform the specific DTC diagnostic inspection to quickly and accurately
diagnose the malfunction.
The ...