Protege 1.5L
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1995 Mazda Protege. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Warm engine to normal operating temperature. Disconnect oxygen sensor connector. On front HO2S, connect negative voltmeter lead to ground. On rear oxygen sensor, connect voltmeter negative lead to terminal "B".
- With engine running at idle, voltage at terminal "A" should be fluctuating at less than one volt. See Fig 1 . While accelerating engine, voltage should be .5-1.0 volt. While decelerating engine, voltage should be .1-.4 volt.
- To test oxygen sensor heating element, let sensor cool to room temperature. Disconnect sensor connector. On front (3-pin) oxygen sensors, measure resistance across terminals "B" and "C". See Fig 1 . On rear (4-pin) oxygen sensors, measure resistance between terminals "C" and "D". Replace sensor if resistance is not about 6 ohms at 68°F (20° C).