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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA20066 I, 4D SEDAN, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCESYSTEMSYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING [ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM L3)ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM OPERATION INSPECTIONVARIABLE VALVE TIMING CONTROL SYSTEM OPERATION INSPECTIONWHEN IDLING CANNOT BE CONTINUED
2006 Mazda 6 i, 4D Sedan, Automatic
When idling cannot be continued
2006 Mazda 6 i, 4D Sedan, AutomaticSECTION When idling cannot be continued
- Remove the oil control valve (OCV) and verify that the spool valve is at maximum retard position.
- Connect the oil control valve (OCV).
- Turn the ignition switch to ON position.
- Verify that the spool valve is at maximum retard position.
- If the spool valve is stuck in the advance direction, inspect for the following:
- Short circuit in harnesses or connectors between the oil control valve (OCV) and the PCM.
- If the spool valve is stuck in the advance direction, inspect for the following:
- Inspect the variable timing actuator.
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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.