Variable Swirl System Operation Inspection

2008 Mazda CX-7 Touring, 2.3 3, AWDSECTION Variable Swirl System Operation Inspection
  1. Connect the M-MDS to the DLC-2.
  2. Access the ECT PID.
  3. Verify that the ECT PID is below 60Β°C {140Β°F}Β  .
  4. Start the engine.
  5. Inspect the rod operation under the following conditions:
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:Β 

  1. 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[L3 WITH TC] ).

If simulation function of M-MDS is used:Β 

  1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. (Engine off)
  2. 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 simulation function of M-MDS is not used:Β 

  1. Inspect variable swirl solenoid valve.

    (See VARIABLE SWIRL SOLENOID VALVE INSPECTION[L3 WITH TC] ).

    • 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:
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