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2010 Mazda 5 Sport, 2.3 L, Standard

Hood Latch Switch Inspection

2010 Mazda 5 Sport, 2.3 L, StandardSECTION Hood Latch Switch Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Mazda 5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Open the hood.
  2. Remove the battery cover. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L3] .)
  3. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  4. Disconnect the hood latch switch connector.
  5. Inspect for continuity between the hood latch switch terminals A and B.
    • If there is continuity, replace the hood latch.
      Fig 1: Inspecting For Continuity Between Hood Latch Switch Terminals
      G05543472Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  6. Lock the hood latch using a flathead screwdriver or equivalent as shown.
  7. Inspect for continuity between the hood latch switch terminals A and B.
    • If there is no continuity, replace the hood latch switch.
    CAUTION:
    • After the Inspection, unlock the hood latch. If closing the hood with the hood latch locked, the hood latch and/or hood striker may be broken.
      Fig 2: Identifying Hood Latch Lock Position
      G05543473Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
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