Cruise Control Switch Inspection [L3]: Notes

2010 Mazda 5 Sport, 2.3 L, StandardSECTION Notes
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  1. Remove the battery cover.
  2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  3. Remove the driver-side air bag module. (See DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  4. Disconnect the audio control switch connector.
  5. Inspect for resistance and continuity between cruise control switch terminals A-B using a tester.
    • If not as specified, replace the cruise control switch. (See AUDIO CONTROL SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
      RESISTANCE SPECIFICATION

      Switch condition Resistance (ohm)
      ON/OFF button pressed Continuity
      CANCEL button pressed 117-123
      SET/COAST button pressed 666-694
      RES/ACCEL button pressed 2,156-2,244
      No button pressed No continuity
      Fig 1: Identifying Cruise Control Switch Connector Terminals
      G05544768Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
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