Continuity Inspection

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.

CAUTION:

Water or foreign material entering the connector can cause poor connections or corrosion. Be sure that water or foreign material do not enter the connector when disconnecting it.

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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Fig 2: TR Switch Continuity
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Disconnect the TR switch connector.
Verify continuity as indicated. See Fig 4.
- If there is any malfunction, adjust the TR switch. (See TRANSMISSION RANGE (TR) SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Fig 3: Locating TR Switch
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Fig 4: Identifying TR Switch Connector Terminals
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Connect the TR switch 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 .)