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2016 Mazda 5 GS, Automatic TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor Inspection
NOTE:
- The MAF sensor and IAT sensor cannot be removed as a single unit. When replacing the MAF sensor or IAT sensor, replace it together with the MAF/IAT sensor as a single unit.
- Verify the connection condition of the MAF sensor/IAT sensor connector.
- If a connector has poor contact, install it correctly and then go to the next step.
- If the connector connection is normal, go to the next step.
- Verify the MAF sensor voltage under no airflow conditions using the following procedure:
- Connect the M-MDS to the DLC-2.CAUTION:
- Do not create suction in the exhaust pipe by cranking the engine and causing air to flow through the exhaust duct. It could cause a measurement error because the MAF sensor voltage is measured under no airflow conditions.
- Switch the ignition to ON (engine off) and wait for 30 s.
- Verify that the MAF/IAT sensor output voltage (PID: MAF).
Specification
0.69 V
- If it is the specification or more, replace the MAF/IAT sensor. (See MASS AIR FLOW (MAF)/INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE (IAT) SENSOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- If it is less than the specification, go to the next step.
- Connect the M-MDS to the DLC-2.
- Remove the MAF/IAT sensor. (See MASS AIR FLOW (MAF)/INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE (IAT) SENSOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Verify that there is no foreign matter in the MAF/IAT sensor.
- Shine light on the sensor (Direction A in figure below) in the flow path and verify visually.
- If there is visible, large foreign matter, replace the MAF/IAT sensor. (See MASS AIR FLOW (MAF)/INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE (IAT) SENSOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- If there is no foreign matter, go to the next step.
- Shine light on the sensor (Direction A in figure below) in the flow path and verify visually.
- Verify that there is no damage, cracks, or dirt on the MAF sensor part of the MAD/IAT sensor.
- If a malfunction can be verified, repair or replace the MAF/IAT sensor. (See MASS AIR FLOW (MAF)/INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE (IAT) SENSOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- If a malfunction cannot be verified, go to the next step (MAF sensor is normal).
NOTE:- Install the removed MAF/IAT sensor because the MAF sensor is normal.
- Install the MAF/IAT sensor. (See MASS AIR FLOW (MAF)/INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE (IAT) SENSOR 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.
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