Airflow Mode Actuator Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Mazda 626. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the airflow mode actuator.
Connect battery positive voltage to terminal B and ground to terminal D, and battery positive voltage to terminal D and ground to terminal B of the airflow mode actuator.
Verify that the airflow mode actuator operates as shown in Fig 1 and Fig 2 .
- If not as specified, replace the airflow mode actuator.
  
  Fig 1: Airflow Mode Actuator Movement Table, Circuit Diagram & Connector View
  Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Airflow Mode Actuator Positions
  Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Check for continuity between the airflow mode actuator terminals using an ohmmeter.
- If not as specified, replace the airflow mode actuator.
  
  Fig 3: Airflow Mode Actuator Terminal Continuity Table
  Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.