Continuity Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 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: Removing Insulator
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Disconnect the TR switch connector.

Fig 2: Disconnecting TR Switch Connector
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Verify continuity as indicated in the table.
- If there is any malfunction, adjust the TR switch. (See TRANSMISSION RANGE (TR) SWITCH ADJUSTMENT .)
Fig 3: Position/Range And Terminal Table
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Fig 4: Identifying Connector Terminals
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Reinspect for continuity at TR switch.
- If there is any malfunction, replace the TR switch. (See TRANSMISSION RANGE (TR) SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Connect the TR switch connector.
Install the insulator.
Tightening torque
1. 8-11 N.m {82-112 kgf.cm, 72-97 in.lbf}
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 .)