Safety Warning
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA2008TRIBUTE S SPORT, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY & FRAMEDOOR LOCKSSECURITY SYSTEM AND LOCKS SYSTEM - EXCEPT HYBRIDCOMPONENT TEST - DOOR LOCK CONTROL SWITCH
2008 Mazda Tribute s Sport, 4WD
Component Test - Door Lock Control Switch
2008 Mazda Tribute s Sport, 4WDSECTION Component Test - Door Lock Control Switch
- Remove the door lock control switch. See DOOR LOCK CONTROL SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .
- Inspect for continuity between the exterior rear view mirror switch terminals using a self-powered test light or an ohmmeter.
DOOR LOCK CONTROL SWITCH TERMINALS REFERENCE
| Circuit to Test | Connect Self-Powered Test Light or Ohmmeter to Terminals | Move Switch to These Positions | A Good Switch Will Indicate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lock/Unlock Circuit | 2 and 1 | Rest | Open circuit |
| 4 and 1 | Lock | Open circuit | |
| Unlock | Closed circuit | ||
| Rest | Open circuit | ||
| Lock | Closed circuit | ||
| Unlock | Open circuit |
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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.