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2008 Mazda Tribute s Sport, 4WD

Main Light Switch Inspection

2008 Mazda Tribute s Sport, 4WDSECTION Main Light Switch Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mazda Tribute. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Remove the multifunction switch. See STEERING COLUMN MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH  .
  2. Inspect for continuity between the main light switch terminals using an ohmmeter.
    Fig 1: Identifying Main Light Switch Connector
    G04322893Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    INSPECTION CHART

    Circuit to test Connect self-powered test light or ohmmeter to terminals Move switch to these positions A good switch will indicate
    Turn signal 6 and 7 Left turn Open circuit
    8 and 7 Left turn Closed circuit
    8 and 7 Right turn Open circuit
    6 and 7 Right turn Closed circuit
    Headlamps 13 and 10 Autolamps Open circuit
    Off Open circuit
    Park Open circuit
    Head Closed circuit
    Park lamps 12 and 10 Autolamps Open circuit
    Off Open circuit
    Park Closed circuit
    Head Closed circuit
    Autolamps 14 and 10 Autolamps Closed circuit
    Off Open circuit
    Park Open circuit
    Head Open circuit
    High beam 2 and 10 High beam Closed circuit
    Flash-to-pass Closed circuit
    Low beam Open circuit
    Flash-to-pass 1 and 10 High beam Open circuit
    Flash-to-pass Closed circuit
    Low beam Open circuit.
  3. If not as specified, replace the main light switch.
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