Vehicles Without Auto Light System: Notes

2013 Mazda 3 Mazdaspeed, 2.3L Eng VIN 3SECTION Notes
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.0, MZR 2.5] .) (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.3 DISI TURBO] .) (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G 2.0] .)
  2. Remove the column cover. (See COLUMN COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  3. Remove the light switch. (See LIGHT SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATIONΒ .)
  4. Verify that the continuity between the light switch terminals is as indicated in the table.
    • If not as indicated in the table, replace the light switch.
      Fig 1: Identifying Light Switch Connector Terminals And Continuity Chart - Without Auto Light System
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