Continuity Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION:

Water or foreign objects entering the connector can cause a poor connection or corrosion. Be sure not to drop water or foreign objects on the connector when disconnecting it.

Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Remove the air cleaner component. (See INTAKE AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Disconnect the TR switch connector.

Fig 1: Identifying TR Switch
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Inspect for continuity at the TR switch.
- If not as specified, adjust the TR switch and go to Step 4.
  
  Fig 2: Identifying TR Switch Connector Terminals
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  Fig 3: Connector Terminal Continuity
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Reinspect for continuity at TR switch.
- If not as specified, replace the TR switch. (See TRANSAXLE RANGE (TR) SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Connect the TR switch connector.
Install the air cleaner component. (See INTAKE AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Connect the negative battery cable.