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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA20133 MAZDASPEED, 2.3L ENG VIN 3REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT VARIANT/TRIMSECTION 24 (ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM [MZR 2.0, MZR 2.5])NEUTRAL SWITCH INSPECTIONCONTINUITY INSPECTION
2013 Mazda 3 Mazdaspeed, 2.3L Eng VIN 3
Continuity Inspection
2013 Mazda 3 Mazdaspeed, 2.3L Eng VIN 3SECTION Continuity Inspection
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- Remove the battery cover. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.0, MZR 2.5] .)
- Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.0, MZR 2.5] .)
- Disconnect the neutral switch connector. (See NEUTRAL SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .) (See NEUTRAL SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- When the shift lever is in neutral and in a position other than neutral, verify that the continuity between neutral switch terminals A and B is according to the following table:
- If not as verified, replace the neutral switch. (See NEUTRAL SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .) (See NEUTRAL SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.