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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2006 Mazda RX8 2RTR-1.3LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Using the M-MDS
Using the M-MDS
NOTE:
- PIDs for the following parts are not available on this model. Go to the appropriate part inspection.
- Main relay (See RELAY INSPECTION.)
1. Connect the M-MDS to the DLC-2.
2. Turn the ignition switch to ON position.
3. Measure the PID value.
- If PID value is not within the specification, follow the instructions in Action column.
NOTE:
- The PID/DATA MONITOR function monitors the calculated value of the input\output signals in the PCM. Therefore, an output device malfunction is not directly indicated as a malfunction of the monitored value for the output device. If a monitored value of an output device is out of specification, inspect the monitored value of the input device related to the output control.
- For input\output signals except those of the monitoring items, use a voltmeter to measure the PCM terminal voltage.
- The simulation items that are used in the ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM OPERATION INSPECTION are as follows.
- ACCS, AIP RLY, ALTF, APV, ARPMDES, DEI, ETC-DSD, EVAPCP, FAN1, FAN2, FP, FPRR, FUELPW, GENVDSD, HTR11, HTR12, IASV, MOP POS, PACNTV, PREDELI, SSV, test, Time_DR_LR, Time_DR_RL, Time_SR_LR, Time_SR_RL
NOTE:
- PIDs for the following parts are not available on this model. Go to the appropriate part inspection.
- Main relay (See RELAY INSPECTION.)
1. Connect the M-MDS to the DLC-2.
2. Turn the ignition switch to ON position.
3. Measure the PID value.
- If PID value is not within the specification, follow the instructions in Action column.
NOTE:
- The PID/DATA MONITOR function monitors the calculated value of the input\output signals in the PCM. Therefore, an output device malfunction is not directly indicated as a malfunction of the monitored value for the output device. If a monitored value of an output device is out of specification, inspect the monitored value of the input device related to the output control.
- For input\output signals except those of the monitoring items, use a voltmeter to measure the PCM terminal voltage.
- The simulation items that are used in the ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM OPERATION INSPECTION are as follows.
- ACCS, AIP RLY, ALTF, APV, ARPMDES, DEI, ETC-DSD, EVAPCP, FAN1, FAN2, FP, FPRR, FUELPW, GENVDSD, HTR11, HTR12, IASV, MOP POS, PACNTV, PREDELI, SSV, test, Time_DR_LR, Time_DR_RL, Time_SR_LR, Time_SR_RL
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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.