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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA2013MX-5 MIATA GRAND TOURING, AUTOMATIC TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)BODY & FRAMEEXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIMEXTERIOR TRIMPOWER RETRACTABLE HARDTOP CONTROL MODULE INSPECTIONNOTES
2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring, Automatic Trans
Power Retractable Hardtop Control Module Inspection: Notes
2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring, Automatic TransSECTION Notes
- Remove the following parts:
- Console (See CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION )
- Quarter trim (See QUARTER TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION )
- Scuff plate (See SCUFF PLATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION )
- Tire house trim (See TIRE HOUSE TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION )
- Aeroboard (See AEROBOARD REMOVAL/INSTALLATION )
- Front seat back bar garnish (See SEAT BACK BAR GARNISH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION )
- Back trim (See BACK TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION )
- Attach the tester lead to the power retractable hardtop control module wiring harness-side connector and inspect voltage, continuity, or resistance according to the standard (reference) on the chart.
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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.