Inspection and Verification

2006 Mazda B4000 Base, AutomaticSECTION Inspection and Verification
  1. Verify the customer concern.
  2. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical or electrical damage.

    Visual Inspection Chart 

    VISUAL INSPECTION CHART

    Mechanical Electrical
    • Engine oil level
    • Door adjustment
    • Engine coolant level
    • Fuel tank
    • Fuel evaporative system
    • Brake fluid level
    • Accessory drive belt
    • Tire size
    • Battery junction box (BJB) fuse(s):
      • 3 (40A)
      • 9 (40A)
    • Smart junction box (SJB) fuse(s):
      • 9 (5A)
      • 10 (10A)
      • 33 (5A)
    • Bulbs
    • Circuitry
    • Instrument cluster
  3. If an obvious cause for an observed concern is found, correct the cause (if possible) before proceeding to the next step.
  4. If the concern remains after the inspection, connect the WDS or equivalent tester to the data link connector (DLC) and select the vehicle to be tested from the WDS or equivalent tester menu. If the WDS or equivalent tester does not communicate with the vehicle:
    • check that the program card is correctly installed.
    • check the connections to the vehicle.
    • check the ignition switch position.
  5. If the WDS or equivalent tester still does not communicate with the vehicle, refer to the WDS or equivalent tester operating manual.
  6. Carry out the WDS or equivalent tester data link test. If the WDS or equivalent tester responds with:
  7. If the DTCs retrieved are related to the concern, see INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) INDEX  , or see SMART JUNCTION BOX (SJB) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) INDEX  , or see RESTRAINTS CONTROL MODULE (RCM) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) INDEX  , or see FOUR WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) CONTROL MODULE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) INDEX  .
  8. If no DTCs related to the concern are retrieved, see SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING CHART - INSTRUMENT CLUSTER  .
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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.