Combined Sensor Removal/Installation

2011 Mazda 3 Mazdaspeed, 2.3 3SECTION Combined Sensor Removal/Installation
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CAUTION:
  • The internal parts of the combined sensor could be damaged if dropped. Be careful not to drop the combined sensor. Replace the combined sensor if it is subjected to an impact. Also, do not use an impact wrench or other similar air tools when removing/installing the sensor.
  1. Remove the rear console.
  2. Remove in the order indicated. See Fig 1.
    Fig 1: Removing/Installing Sequence Order Of Combined Sensor
    G01345013Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  4. After installation, perform the combined sensor initialization procedure. (See COMBINED SENSOR INITIALIZATION PROCEDUREΒ .)
    Fig 2: Removing/Installing Combined Sensor
    G01345014Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
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