Airflow Meter/Sensor: Inspection

1991 Mazda 929 BaseSECTION Inspection

Inspect airflow meter for damage and ensure measuring plate moves smoothly. See Fig 1 . Disconnect airflow meter connector. Move measuring plate and measure resistance between terminals. See AIRFLOW METER TERMINAL RESISTANCE  table.

AIRFLOW METER TERMINAL RESISTANCE

Terminals Fully Closed Ohms Fully Open Ohms
E2-Vs 20-400 20-1000
E2-Vc (1) 100-300 (1) 100-300
E2-Vb 200-400 200-400
E2-THA (2) 13,600-18,400 (2) 13,600-18,400
(3) 2200-2700 (3) 2200-2700
(4) 500-700 (4) 500-700
E1-Fc Infinite 0
(1) 100-400 ohms on MX-6 and 626.
(2) Tested at -4°F (-20°C).
(3) Tested at 68°F (20°C).
(4) Tested at 140°F (60°C).
Fig 1: Airflow Meter & Connector
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