Check code 13

2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Check code 13
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CHECK CODE 13 INSPECTION

Check code 13 Tachometer operation signal
INSPECTION CONDITION DISPLAY ACTION
After selecting check code 13, wait for approx. 2 s.Β 
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The tachometer needle moves full scale then returns to approx. 3,000 rpmΒ  . The tachometer is normal.
Except above Replace the instrument cluster.
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