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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA20086 S SPORT, 4D HATCHBACK, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 600 (SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING [ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM L3 WITH TC))ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM OPERATION INSPECTIONVARIABLE SWIRL SYSTEM OPERATION INSPECTION
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard
Variable Swirl System Operation Inspection
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Variable Swirl System Operation Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Connect the M-MDS to the DLC-2.
- Access the ECT PID.
- Verify that the ECT PID is below 60°C {140°F} .
- Start the engine.
- Inspect the rod operation under the following conditions:
Rod operation
ROD OPERATION
| Engine speed | 3,750 RPM | |
| Below | Above | |
| Shutter valve actuator | Operate | Not operate |
If the rod operation is not specified, inspect as follows:
- Perform the KOER self-test using the M-MDS and verify that DTCs No. P2004, P2006, P2009 or P2010 are not displayed.
- If DTC No. P2004, P2006, P2009 or P2010 are displayed, perform DTC inspection. (See DTC TABLE ).
If simulation function of M-MDS is used:
- Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. (Engine off)
- Turn the variable swirl solenoid valve from off to on using the IMRC PID and verify that the operation sound of the solenoid valve is heard.
- If the operation sound is not heard, replace the variable swirl solenoid valve.
- If the operation sound is not heard, inspect the following:
- Vacuum hose and vacuum chamber for looseness or damage
- Shutter valve actuator
- Check valve is stuck open or closed
- Shutter valve cannot move smoothly
If simulation function of M-MDS is not used:
- Inspect variable swirl solenoid valve.
(See VARIABLE SWIRL SOLENOID VALVE INSPECTION ).
- If the variable swirl solenoid valve is not normal, replace the variable swirl solenoid valve.
- If the variable swirl solenoid valve is normal, inspect the following:
- Vacuum hose and vacuum chamber for looseness or damage
- Shutter valve actuator
- Check valve is stuck open or closed
- Shutter valve cannot move smoothly
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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.