Resistance Inspection (On-Vehicle)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda RX-8. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the engine cover. (See ENGINE COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove the battery cover.
Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Remove the catalytic converter. (See EXHAUST SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove the insulator.

Fig 1: Locating Insulator Installation Bolts
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Disconnect the solenoid valve connector.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Solenoid Valve Connector
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Measure the resistance between the following terminals.

Fig 3: Solenoid Valve Terminals Resistance Reference Value
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- If not within the specification, perform the operating inspection. (See OPERATING INSPECTION .)
ATF temperature: 20-80°C {68-176°F }

Fig 4: Measuring Resistance Between Solenoid Valve Terminals
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Connect the solenoid valve connector.
Install the insulator.
Tightening torque

8-11 N.m {82-112 kgf.cm, 72-97 in.lb}
Install the catalytic converter. (See EXHAUST SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Connect the negative battery cable.
Install the battery cover.
Install the engine cover. (See ENGINE COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)