Circuit Open/Short Inspection

2010 Mazda 5 Sport, 2.3 L, StandardSECTION Circuit Open/Short Inspection
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  1. Disconnect the PCM connector. (See PCM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L3] .)
  2. Inspect the following wiring harnesses for open or short circuit (continuity check).

    Open circuit 

    • If there is no continuity, there is an open circuit. Repair or replace the wiring, harness.
      • Fuel injector No. 1 terminal A and PCM terminal 2BB
      • Fuel injector No.2 terminal A and PCM terminal 2BC
      • Fuel injector No.3 terminal A and PCM terminal 2BD
      • Fuel injector No.4 terminal A and PCM terminal 2AZ
      • Fuel injector No.1 terminal B and main relay terminal C
      • Fuel injector No.2 terminal B and main relay terminal C
      • Fuel injector No.3 terminal B and main relay terminal C
      • Fuel injector No.4 terminal B and main relay terminal C
        Fig 1: Identifying PCM And Fuel Injector Connector Terminals
        G05544728Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

    Short circuit 

    • If there is continuity, there is a short circuit. Repair or replace the wiring harness.
      • Fuel injector No.1 terminal A and body ground
      • Fuel injector No.1 terminal A and power supply
      • Fuel injector N.2 terminal A and body ground
      • Fuel injector No.2 terminal A and power supply
      • Fuel injector No.3 terminal A and body ground
      • Fuel injector No.3 terminal A and power supply
      • Fuel injector No.4 terminal A and body ground
      • Fuel injector No.4 terminal A and power supply
      • Fuel injector No.1 terminal B and body ground
      • Fuel injector No.2 terminal B and body ground
      • Fuel injector No.3 terminal B and body ground
      • Fuel injector No.4 terminal B and body ground
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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