Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1995 Mazda MX-3 AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Fail-Safe Relay Test
NOTE:
Fail-safe relay is part of ABS relay. If fail-safe relay is defective, replace ABS relay.
- Using ohmmeter, measure resistance between terminals "C" and "D" of ABS relay. See Fig 1 . Resistance should be 60-100 ohms. If resistance is not as specified, replace ABS relay. If resistance is as specified, go to next step.
- Using ohmmeter, check continuity between terminals "A" and "E" of ABS relay. See Fig 1 . Continuity should exist. Also, check continuity between terminals "B" and "E" of ABS relay. Continuity should not exist. If continuity is not as specified, replace ABS relay. If continuity is as specified, go to next step.
- Apply 12 volts to terminal "D" and ground terminal "C" of ABS relay. See Fig 1 . Using ohmmeter, check continuity between terminals "A" and "E" of ABS relay. Continuity should not exist. Also, check continuity between terminals "B" and "E" of ABS relay. Continuity should exist. If continuity is not as specified, replace ABS relay.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.