Resistance Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda RX-8 and 2004 Mazda RX-8. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE:

Before performing the following inspection, make sure to follow the troubleshooting flowchart. (See FOREWORD .)

Disconnect the KS connector.
Measure the resistance between KS terminals A and B.
- If not within the specification, replace the KS. (See KNOCK SENSOR (KS) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- If the monitor item condition/specification (reference) is not within the specification, even though the KS resistance is within the specification, perform the "CIRCUIT OPEN/SHORT INSPECTION ".
KS resistance
1. 120-280 kilohms