Resistance Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda MPV. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Disconnect the IAC valve connector.
Measure the resistance between the IAC valve terminals using an ohmmeter.
- If not as specified, replace the IAC valve. (See INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- If as specified but the Operation Test is failed, carry out the "Circuit Open/Short Inspection".
  Resistance
  
  8.69-10.56 ohms
  
  Fig 1: Locating IAC Valve & Identifying Terminals
  Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.