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Ignition Switch Inspection [Without Advanced Keyless Entry And Push Button Start System]

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.0, MZR 2.5] .) (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.3 DISI TURBO] .) (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G 2.0] .)
  2. Remove the column cover. (See COLUMN COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  3. Remove the ignition switch. (See IGNITION SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [WITHOUT ADVANCED KEYLESS ENTRY AND PUSH BUTTON START SYSTEM] .)
  4. Verify that the continuity between the ignition switch terminals is as indicated in the table.
    Fig 1: Identifying Ignition Switch Connector Terminals
    G08159493Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    • If not as indicated in the table, replace the ignition switch.
    Fig 2: Ignition Switch Connector Terminals Continuity Chart
    G08159494Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.