2002 Mazda B4000 Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Four... Wheel Drive Control Module Connector End View (C281b)

Fig 1: Identifying Four... Wheel Drive Control Module Connector (C281B)
G10357231Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Pin Circuit Circuit function
1 435 (YE/LB) signal, return
2 570 (BK/WH) Ground
3 ... not used
4 762 (YE/WH) Motor position 1
5 ... not used
6 783 (GY) Four... wheel drive, indicator, High
7 764 (BN/WH) Motor position 3
8 ... not used
9 784 (LB/BK) Four... wheel drive, indicator, Low
10 ... not used
11 ... not used
12 679 (GY/BK) Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS), input
13 763 (OG/WH) Motor position 2
14 ... not used
15 ... not used
16 640 (RD/YE) Voltage supplied in Start and Run (overload protected)
17 ... not used
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.