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2007 Mazda Mazdaspeed6 L4-2.3L TurboFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Air Flow Meter/Sensor: Testing and Inspection
MASS AIR FLOW (MAF) SENSOR INSPECTION[L3 WITH TC]
Visual Inspection
NOTE: Perform the following inspection only when directed.
1. Visually inspect for the following on the MAF sensor.
- Damage
- Cracks
- Bent terminals
- Terminal rust
- If any of the above are found, replace the MAF sensor.
- If the MAF PID value is out of specification, carry out the οΏ½Circuit Open/Short Inspection".
Circuit Open/Short Inspection
1. Disconnect the PCM connector.
2. Disconnect the MAF sensor connector.
3. Inspect the following wiring harnesses for an open or short circuit. (Continuity check)
Open circuit
- If there is no continuity, there is an open circuit. Repair or replace the wiring harness.
- MAF sensor terminal A and main relay terminal C
- MAF sensor terminal B and PCM terminal 11
- MAF sensor terminal C and PCM terminal 1 P
Short circuit
- If there is continuity, there is a short circuit. Repair or replace the wiring harness.
- MAF sensor terminal A and body ground
- MAF sensor terminal C and power supply
- MAF sensor terminal C and body ground
- MAF sensor terminal B and power supply
Specification
Visual Inspection
NOTE: Perform the following inspection only when directed.
1. Visually inspect for the following on the MAF sensor.
- Damage
- Cracks
- Bent terminals
- Terminal rust
- If any of the above are found, replace the MAF sensor.
- If the MAF PID value is out of specification, carry out the οΏ½Circuit Open/Short Inspection".
Circuit Open/Short Inspection
1. Disconnect the PCM connector.
2. Disconnect the MAF sensor connector.
3. Inspect the following wiring harnesses for an open or short circuit. (Continuity check)
Open circuit
- If there is no continuity, there is an open circuit. Repair or replace the wiring harness.
- MAF sensor terminal A and main relay terminal C
- MAF sensor terminal B and PCM terminal 11
- MAF sensor terminal C and PCM terminal 1 P
Short circuit
- If there is continuity, there is a short circuit. Repair or replace the wiring harness.
- MAF sensor terminal A and body ground
- MAF sensor terminal C and power supply
- MAF sensor terminal C and body ground
- MAF sensor terminal B and power supply
Specification:
Specification
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.