Resistance Inspection (Off-Vehicle)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Mazda 626. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the control valve body. See CONTROL VALVE BODY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .
Remove the solenoid valve(s).
Measure the resistance of each solenoid valve individually.
- If not as specified, replace the solenoid valve.
- If the solenoid valve is okay, inspect the wiring harness. (Solenoid valve-Coupler component)
  Resistance
  
  Shift Solenoid A, B, C, TCC Control Solenoid Valve, And 3-2 Timing Solenoid Valve: 11-27 ohms
  
  Fig 1: Measuring Solenoid Valve Resistance
  Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  
  Resistance
  
  Pressure Control Solenoid: 9-18 ohms
  
  Fig 2: Measuring Solenoid Valve Resistance
  Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Install the solenoid valve(s).
Install the control valve body. See CONTROL VALVE BODY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .