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.
2014 Mazda 5 TouringFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Body Control Module (BCM) Inspection: Notes
- Remove the following parts:
- Dashboard under cover (passenger's side) (See DASHBOARD UNDER COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Glove compartment (See GLOVE COMPARTMENT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Side wall (See SIDE WALL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Center console box (See CENTER CONSOLE BOX REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Console panel (See CONSOLE PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Center console (See CENTER CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Shift lever knob (MTX) (See MANUAL TRANSAXLE SHIFT MECHANISM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [G66M-R] .)
- Selector lever knob (ATX) (See AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SHIFT MECHANISM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Shift panel (See SHIFT PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Front console (See FRONT CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Side panel (See SIDE PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Front scuff plate (passenger's side) (See FRONT SCUFF PLATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Front side trim (passenger's side) (See FRONT SIDE TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Lower panel (passenger's side) (See LOWER PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Remove the BCM with the connector connected. (See BODY CONTROL MODULE (BCM) REMOVAL/INSTALLATIONΒ .)
- Measure the voltage at each terminal is as indicated in the Terminal Voltage Tables.
- If the voltage or continuity is not as specified in the Terminal Voltage Table, inspect the parts under "Inspection item (s)".
- If the system does not work properly even though the parts or related wiring harnesses do not have any malfunction, replace the BCM.
- If the voltage or continuity is not as specified in the Terminal Voltage Table, inspect the parts under "Inspection item (s)".
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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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