1994 Mazda RX-7 AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Ignition Checks: IGNITOR

  1. Turn ignition off. Disconnect ignitor connector and install Test Harness (49 F018 003). Using a needle-type voltmeter, connect (+) lead to ground and (-) lead to Black test wire of test harness.
    CAUTION: Ensure voltmeter is installed with (+) lead to ground and (-) lead to single-pin wire of test harness. DO NOT reverse leads or damage may result.
  2. Connect Ignitor Checker (49 F018 002) to large lead of test harness and to battery. Turn ignition on. Ignitor checker SW1 switch may be in any position.
  3. Ensure voltmeter displays 12 volts. Push up ignitor checker SW2 switch and note voltmeter reading. Voltmeter needle should jump or wiggle. Release SW2 switch. If voltmeter does not operate as specified, replace ignitor.
  4. Repeat steps 1)-3) for Brown test wire and Gray test wire. If ignitor does not cause voltmeter needle to respond, replace ignitor.
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  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
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