Diagnostic procedure

2006 Mazda 6 s, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Diagnostic procedure
DTC B2431 DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE

STEP INSPECTION ACTION
1 VERIFY DTC USING SST 
  • Does SST  (WDS or equivalent) indicate DTC B2431?
Yes Go to Step 3.
No Go to next step.
2 VERIFY DTC USING SST 
  • Does SST  (WDS or equivalent) indicate DTC B1600?
Yes Go to SECURITY LIGHT: DTC 13 (WDS OR EQUIVALENT: B1600) .
No Go to next step.
3 INSPECT PCM 
Yes Replace PCM and reprogram immobilizer system.
(See IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM REPROGRAM PROCEDURE [WITH KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM]. )
No Troubleshooting is completed.
RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

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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.