Forward-G Sensor Inspection

2006 Mazda 6 i, 4D Sedan, AutomaticSECTION Forward-G Sensor Inspection
  1. Connect the connector.
  2. Turn ignition switch on, verify the voltage between terminals A and ground terminal E under the following conditions.
    1. Horizontal

      Voltage 

      2.2-2.8 V 

      Fig 1: Identifying Combined Sensor Connector Terminals
      G04325992Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    2. Acceleration (inclined 90°  from horizontal)

      Voltage 

      3.1-3.9 V 

      Fig 2: Identifying Combined Sensor Acceleration Position
      G04325993Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    3. Deceleration (decline 90°  from horizontal)

      Voltage 

      1.2-1.8 V 

      Fig 3: Identifying Combined Sensor Deceleration Position
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RENDER: 1.0x

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