Air flow 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.

Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove the AIR solenoid valve. (See SECONDARY AIR INJECTION (AIR) SOLENOID VALVE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Inspect air flow between the ports under the following conditions:

Fig 1: Secondary Air Injection Solenoid Valve Specification Chart
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

Fig 2: Identifying Secondary Air Injection Solenoid Valve & Terminals
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
- If there is no malfunction, inspect the related wiring harnesses.
- If there is any malfunction, replace the AIR solenoid valve. (See SECONDARY AIR INJECTION (AIR) SOLENOID VALVE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)