Air Gap Inspection

2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Air Gap Inspection
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  1. Verify that the CKP sensor is securely installed.
  2. Using a thickness gauge, measure the air gap between the plate projections at the back of crankshaft pulley and the CKP sensor.
    • If not within the specification, inspect the plate projections for cracks or bending.
      • If there is any malfunction, replace the plate.
      • If the monitor item condition/specification (reference) is not within the specification, even though there is no malfunction, carry but the "Circuit Open/Short Inspection".
        Fig 1: Measuring Air Gap Between Plate Projections
        G04325263Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

    Air gapΒ 

    0.5-1.5 mm {0.02-0.05 in}Β 

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