Safety Warning
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 153 (ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTIC [ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM AJ))OBD-II DRIVE MODEMODE 6 (EVAP SYSTEM REPAIR VERIFICATION DRIVE MODE)
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard
Mode 6 (EVAP System Repair Verification Drive Mode)
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Mode 6 (EVAP System Repair Verification Drive Mode)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
- If "EVAP System Repair Verification Drive Mode "cannot be performed (the vehicle under the specified condition) & Perform the evaporative system test procedure as an alternative. (See EVAPORATIVE SYSTEM TEST .)
- Verify that all of the following PIDs are within the following specifications. All PIDs must be within specifications before the engine is started to initiate the evaporative system test.
- BARO: 72.3 kPa {542 mmHg, 21.3 inHg} or higher
- IAT: 5-35 °C {41-95 °F}
- Fuel tank level: 15-85 %
- Battery positive voltage: 10.9-14.6 V
- Clear DTCs from the PCM memory using the WDS or equivalent.
- Start the engine and idle it for 10 s or more, then turn ignition switch off.
- Leave the vehicle is this condition for 5 hours or more.
- Start the engine and idle it for 15 min or more.
- Drive the vehicle at the engine speed of 65-80 km/h {40-50 mph} for 5 min or more.
- Stop the vehicle and turn ignition switch off.
- Leave vehicle in this condition for 10 min or more.
- Start the engine.
- Access the ON BOARD SYSTEM READINESS menu of GENERIC OBD-II FUNCTION to verify the OBD monitoring status.
- If completed, the OBD monitoring status items change from non-completed to completed.
- If not completed, turn the ignition switch off, then repeat from Step 3.
- Access DIAGNOSTIC MONITORING TEST RESULTS menu of GENERIC OBD-II FUNCTIONS to verify the monitor results.
- If the detected values are not within the specification, the repair has not been completed.
- Verify that no DTCs are available.
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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.