Continuity Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Inspect the following if the power steering is inoperative (See POWER STEERING FLUID INSPECTION .):
- Power steering fluid level
- Power steering fluid leakage
- Power steering fluid pressure
Disconnect the PSP switch connector.
Start the engine.
Inspect for continuity between the PSP switch terminal and ground using a tester.
- If not as specified, replace the PSP switch. (See POWER STEERING OIL PUMP REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L5] .)
  Specification
  
  Fig 1: PSP Switch Terminals Continuity Chart
  Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.