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Liftgate Opener Switch Inspection

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Remove the following parts:
    1. Liftgate upper trim (See LIFTGATE UPPER TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
    2. Liftgate side trim (See LIFTGATE SIDE TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
    3. Liftgate lower trim (See LIFTGATE LOWER TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
    4. Liftgate latch and lock actuator (See LIFTGATE LATCH AND LOCK ACTUATOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
    5. Liftgate opener switch (See LIFTGATE OPENER SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
  3. Verify the continuity of liftgate opener switch terminals A and B.
    Fig 1: Checking Continuity Of Liftgate Opener Switch Terminals A And B
    G06731994Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  4. Verify that the continuity is as indicated in the table.
    • If not as indicated in the table, replace the liftgate opener switch.
      Fig 2: Liftgate Opener Switch Terminals Continuity Chart
      G06942089Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.