CAPACITOR (i-ELOOP) INSPECTION [i-ELOOP]

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Verify that the capacitor (i-ELOOP) related DTC is detected. (See DTC INSPECTION [i-ELOOP] .) (See ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTIC TEST [PCM (SKYACTIV-G 2.0, SKYACTIV-G 2.5)] .)
- If DTCs are detected, repair the malfunctioning part according to the applicable DTC troubleshooting.
- If a DTC is not detected, go to the next step.
Turn the steering wheel completely to the right.
Remove the front under cover No. 1. (See FRONT UNDER COVER No. 1 REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove the 3 fasteners for the front mudguard (LH) shown in the figure.

Fig 1: Removing Fasteners For Front Mudguard (LH)
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Do a visual inspection of the capacitor (i-ELOOP).
- If the capacitor (i-ELOOP) is damaged, replace it. (See CAPACITOR (i-ELOOP) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [i-ELOOP] .)
Install in the reverse order of removal.