Rod Operation

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Fig 1: Rod Operation

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

If the rod operation is not specified, inspect as follows:
1. Verify that DTC No. P2004, P2006, P2009 or P2010 is not displayed.
  - If DTC No. P2004, P2006, P2009 or P2010 are shown, perform DTC inspection.
    (See DTC TABLE .)
2. Inspect the variable tumble solenoid valve. (See VARIABLE TUMBLE SOLENOID VALVE INSPECTION [LF] .) (See VARIABLE TUMBLE SOLENOID VALVE INSPECTION [L3] .)
  - If the variable tumble solenoid valve is not normal, replace the variable tumble solenoid valve.
    (See INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [LF] .) (See INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L3] .)
  - If the variable tumble solenoid valve is normal, inspect the following:
    - Vacuum hose and vacuum chamber for looseness or damage.
    - Shutter valve actuator. (See VARIABLE TUMBLE SHUTTER VALVE ACTUATOR INSPECTION [LF] .) (See VARIABLE TUMBLE SHUTTER VALVE ACTUATOR INSPECTION [L3] .)
    - Shutter valve stuck open or closed.