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2007 Mazda 6 MazdaspeedFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

EVAP system test description

The EVAP system test finds gas leaks in the system using the PCM to monitor changes in the air pump load current of the EVAP system leak detection pump. This test starts after sending an on-demand test signal from the M-MDS to the PCM. The PCM controls the air pump and change-over-valve operation and also stores the load current of the air pump as follows:
1. The PCM turns the air pump on and retrieves the air pump load current value (LDP_MON PID) as a reference current (LDP_REF PID).
2. After retrieving the reference current value, the PCM commands the change-over-valve to open, then captures the air pump load current value (LDP_MON PID) as the idle current (LDP_IDL PID). The EVAP system will be pressurized from this phase.
3. The PCM continues to monitor the air pump load current value (LDP_MON PID) until the end of the test.
You can confirm whether any EVAP gas leak has occurred or not by reading the test results.

Fig 1: Testing Evaporative Gas
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

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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.

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