Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA20105 SPORT, 2.3 L, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISGENERAL INFORMATIONOBD-II DRIVE CYCLESDRIVE CYCLES2003: MAZDA6OBD-II DRIVE MODESMODE 4 - EVAP SYSTEM REPAIR VERIFICATION DRIVE MODE
2010 Mazda 5 Sport, 2.3 L, Standard
Mode 4 - EVAP System Repair Verification Drive Mode
2010 Mazda 5 Sport, 2.3 L, StandardSECTION Mode 4 - EVAP System Repair Verification Drive Mode
NOTE:
If MODE 4 - EVAP SYSTEM REPAIR VERIFICATION DRIVE MODE cannot be performed (you cannot drive vehicle under MODE 4 - EVAP SYSTEM REPAIR VERIFICATION DRIVE MODE condition), perform Evaporative System Test procedure as an alternative. SeeFUEL EVAPORATIVE SYSTEM - EXCEPT PROTEGE & PROTEGE5
under EMISSION SYSTEMS & SUB-SYSTEMS in SYSTEM & COMPONENT TESTING - MAZDA6, MIATA, MPV, PROTEGE & PROTEGE5 article. MODE 4 - EVAP SYSTEM REPAIR VERIFICATION DRIVE MODE can be performed regardless RFCFLAG condition.
- Verify all following PIDs are within the following specifications. All PIDs must be within specifications before engine is started to initiate the evaporative system test:
- BARO: 21.3 in. Hg (72.3 kPa) or higher
- IAT: 41-95Β°F (5-35Β°C)
- FTL: 15-85 percent
- VPWR: 10.9-14.6 volts
- Clear DTC from PCM memory using WDS or equivalent.
- Start engine and idle it for more than 10 seconds, then turn ignition key to OFF. Leave vehicle for 5 hours or more.
- Start engine and idle for more than 15 minutes.
- Drive vehicle at 40-50 MPH for more than 5 minutes.
- Stop vehicle and turn ignition off.
- Leave vehicle as is for 10 minutes or more.
- Start engine.
- Access to ON BOARD SYSTEM READINESS to inspect DRIVE MODE COMPLETION STATUS:
- If completed, RFC flag changes from NO to YES.
- If not completed, turn ignition off. Go back to stepΒ 1.
- Access DIAGNOSTIC MONITORING TEST RESULTS to inspect monitor results. If MEAS are not within specification, repair has not been completed.
- Verify no DTCs are available.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.