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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 25 (ENGINE CONTROLS - SYSTEM & COMPONENT TESTING)EMISSION SYSTEMS & SUB-SYSTEMSFUEL-FILLER CAP INSPECTIONLEAKAGE INSPECTION
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard
Leakage Inspection
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Leakage Inspection
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Perform evaporative emission system tester self test. See EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEM TESTER SELF TEST under EVAPORATIVE SYSTEM LEAK INSPECTION USING LEAK TESTER.
- Press RESET switch to set left display reading to 0.0.
- Connect fuel cap receiver assembly (part of SST ) to manifold assembly and fuel-filler cap from vehicle. If fuel-filler cap is not a Mazda part, replace it.
- Turn control valve to FILL position.
- Wait (maximum 20 seconds) until left display reads 13.9-14 inches of water. If reading is slightly below, adjust it using regulator knob. If reading is far below, fuel-filler cap has leak. Replace fuel-filler cap.
- Turn valve to EST position and press START switch.
- After 2-minute countdown (left display) is completed, check test result (FAILED/PASSED light on tester). If Green light turns on, fuel-filler cap is OK. If the Red light turns on, fuel-filler cap has leakage. Replace fuel-filler cap.
- Close gas cylinder valve.
- Turn control valve to FILL position.
- Press ON/OFF switch to turn off tester.
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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.