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2007 Mazda Mazdaspeed6 L4-2.3L TurboFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Engine Temperature Sensor: Testing and Inspection
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE (ECT) SENSOR INSPECTION[L3 WITH TC]
NOTE: Perform the following inspection only when directed.
ECT Sensor Resistance Inspection
1. Drain the engine coolant. (See COOLING SYSTEM SERVICE WARNINGS[L3 WITH TC].)
2. Remove the ECT sensor (located above the starter).
3. Place the ECT sensor in water with a thermometer, and heat the water gradually.
4. Measure the resistance between the ECT sensor terminals A and B using a tester.
- If not as specified, replace the ECT sensor.
- If the ECT sensor is normal, but PID value is out of specification, perform the "Circuit Open/Short Inspection".
Circuit Open/short Inspection
1. Disconnect the PCM connector.
2. 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.
- ECT sensor terminal A and PCM terminal 1 M
- ECT sensor terminal B and PCM terminal 2H
Short circuit
- If there is continuity, there is a short circuit. Repairer replace the wiring harness.
- ECT sensor terminal A and power supply
- ECT sensor terminal A and body ground
- ECT sensor terminal B and power supply
NOTE: Perform the following inspection only when directed.
ECT Sensor Resistance Inspection
1. Drain the engine coolant. (See COOLING SYSTEM SERVICE WARNINGS[L3 WITH TC].)
2. Remove the ECT sensor (located above the starter).
3. Place the ECT sensor in water with a thermometer, and heat the water gradually.
Specification:
4. Measure the resistance between the ECT sensor terminals A and B using a tester.
- If not as specified, replace the ECT sensor.
- If the ECT sensor is normal, but PID value is out of specification, perform the "Circuit Open/Short Inspection".
Circuit Open/short Inspection
1. Disconnect the PCM connector.
2. 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.
- ECT sensor terminal A and PCM terminal 1 M
- ECT sensor terminal B and PCM terminal 2H
Short circuit
- If there is continuity, there is a short circuit. Repairer replace the wiring harness.
- ECT sensor terminal A and power supply
- ECT sensor terminal A and body ground
- ECT sensor terminal B and power supply
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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.