Safety Warning
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 VARIANT/TRIMSECTION 11 (SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING [AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FS5A-EL))BASIC INSPECTION [FS5A-EL]
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard
Basic Inspection [FS5A-El]
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Basic Inspection [FS5A-El]
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
BASIC INSPECTION [FS5A-EL]
| STEP | INSPECTION | ACTION | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Perform mechanical system test. (See MECHANICAL SYSTEM TEST [FS5A-EL]. ) Is mechanical system okay? |
Yes | Go to the next step. |
| No | Repair or replace any defective parts according to inspection result. | ||
| 2 | Turn IG SW to ON. When selector lever is moved, does selector illumination indicate synchronized position to lever location? Also, when other ranges are selected from N or P during idling, does vehicle move within 1-2 seconds? |
Yes | Go to the next step. |
| No | Inspect selector lever and TR switch. Repair or replace defective areas. (See SELECTOR LEVER INSPECTION. ) (See TRANSAXLE RANGE (TR) SWITCH INSPECTION [FS5A-EL]. ) If selector lever and TR switch are okay, go to the next step. |
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| 3 | Inspect ATF color and condition. (See AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID (ATF) INSPECTION [FS5A-EL]. ) Are ATF color and odor normal? |
Yes | Go to the next step. |
| No | Repair or replace any defective parts according to inspection result. Flush ATX and cooler line as necessary. |
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| 4 | Perform line pressure test. (See LINE PRESSURE TEST. ) Is line pressure okay? |
Yes | Go to the next step. |
| No | Adjust accelerator cable as necessary. Repair or replace any defective parts according to inspection result. |
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| 5 | Perform stall test. (See STALL TEST. ) Is stall speed okay? |
Yes | Go to the next step. |
| No | Repair or replace any defective parts according to inspection result. | ||
| 6 | Inspect value at the following PCM and TCM PIDs using M-MDS. (See PCM INSPECTION [L3]. ) (See TCM INSPECTION [FS5A-EL]. ) PCM PIDs:
TCM PIDs:
Is PID value okay? |
Yes | Perform symptom troubleshooting and follow procedures. |
| No | Repair or replace any defective parts according to inspection result. | ||
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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.