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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 670 (LIGHTING SYSTEM)REAR AUTO LEVELING SENSOR INSPECTION
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard
Rear Auto Leveling Sensor Inspection
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Rear Auto Leveling Sensor Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Mazda RX-8. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Connect three 1.5 V dry cell batteries in a series.
- Connect the positive pole of the battery to auto leveling sensor terminal A, and the negative pole to terminal C, then apply voltage of 4.5 V between terminals A and C.
- Connect the tester as shown in the figure.
- Measure the voltage while the link is moved up and down slowly.
- If not as indicated in VOLTAGE SPECIFICATIONΒ , replace the rear auto leveling sensor.REAR AUTO LEVELING SENSOR VOLTAGE SPECIFICATION
Link angle (vehicle height) Voltage (V) +36Β° (High) 4.1 0Β° 2.3 -32Β° (Low) 0.5
- If not as indicated in VOLTAGE SPECIFICATIONΒ , replace the rear auto leveling sensor.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.