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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA2008CX-7 TOURING, 2.3 3, AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE PERFORMANCETESTING & DIAGNOSISON-BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM) - (1 OF 5)ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTIC TEST[L3 WITH TC]SIMULATION FUNCTION PROCEDURE
2008 Mazda CX-7 Touring, 2.3 3, AWD
Simulation Function Procedure
2008 Mazda CX-7 Touring, 2.3 3, AWDSECTION Simulation Function Procedure
- Connect the M-MDS to the DLC-2.
- After the vehicle is identified, select the following items from the initial screen of the M-MDS.
- When using the IDS (notebook PC)
- Select the "Toolbox" tab.
- Select "DataLogger".
- Select "Module".
- Select "PCM".
- When using the PDS (pocket PC)
- Select "Module Tests".
- Select "PCM".
- Select "DataLogger".
- When using the IDS (notebook PC)
- Select the simulation items from the PID table.
- Perform the simulation function, inspect the operations for each parts.
- If there is no operation sound from the relay, motor, and solenoid after the simulation function inspection is performed, it is possible that there is an open or short circuit in the wiring harness, relay, motor or solenoid, or sticking and operation malfunction.
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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.