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.
2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring, Automatic TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
With Exterior Open function (With Power Retractable Hardtop)
- Disconnect the negative battery cable.
- Remove the console. (See CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
- Remove the power window main switch. (See POWER WINDOW MAIN SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATIONΒ ).
- Connect the power window main switch connector.
- Connect the negative battery cable.
- Verify that the voltages of each of the terminals are as indicated in the Terminal Voltage Table (Reference)Β
.
- If the voltage is not as specified in the Terminal Voltage Table (Reference)Β
, inspect the parts under Inspection item(s) and related wiring harnesses.
- If the system does not work normally even though the inspection items or related wiring harnesses do not have any malfunction, replace the power window main switch. (See TERMINAL VOLTAGE TABLE (REFERENCE)Β ).
- If the voltage is not as specified in the Terminal Voltage Table (Reference)Β
, inspect the parts under Inspection item(s) and related wiring harnesses.
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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.
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