Mechanical System Test Preparation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Mazda 3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Apply the parking brake firmly, and set the wheel blocks for both the front and rear wheels.
- Inspect the engine coolant level. (See ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL INSPECTION .)
- Inspect the engine oil level. (See ENGINE OIL LEVEL INSPECTION .)
- Inspect the ATF level. (See AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID (ATF) INSPECTION .)
- Inspect the ignition timing. (See ENGINE TUNE-UP .)
- Inspect the idle speed. (See ENGINE TUNE-UP .)
- Verify that no DTCs are stored.