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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.

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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA20086 S SPORT, 4D HATCHBACK, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1 (ENGINE CONTROLS - SYSTEM & COMPONENT TESTING)EMISSION SYSTEMS & SUB-SYSTEMSFUEL EVAPORATION (EVAP) SYSTEM - MPVWHOLE SYSTEM TEST

2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard

Whole System Test

2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Whole System Test

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2001 Mazda Protege, 2001 Mazda Millenia, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata, 2001 Mazda MPV, and 2001 Mazda 626. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Test must be performed within 10 minutes and without starting engine. Do not exceed 6.4 kPa pressure in EVAP system.

Disconnect vacuum hose from catch tank to purge solenoid valve at valve. See Figure . Connect hose to vacuum pump. Connect scan tool to DLC-2. DLC-2 is located under left side of instrument panel, left of steering column. See Fig 1 . Select ON BOARD DEVICE CONTROL function. Press CANCEL twice. Select PID/DATA MONITOR AND RECORD function. Select FTP PID. Press START to view PID. Apply 1.7 kPa vacuum. Vacuum should hold for at least two minutes. If vacuum does not hold, check FTP sensor. If FTP sensor is okay, go to CHARCOAL CANISTER-TO-PURGE SOLENOID TEST .

Fig 1: Connecting Scan Tool, Using Battery Adapter

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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.