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Key Reminder Switch Inspection

  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. Disconnect the key reminder switch connector.
    Fig 1: Identifying Key Reminder Switch Connector
    G08159497Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  4. Verify that the continuity between the key reminder switch terminals is as indicated in the table.
    Fig 2: Identifying Key Reminder Switch Connector Terminals
    G08159498Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    • If not as indicated in the table, replace the key reminder switch.
      Fig 3: Key Reminder Switch Connector Terminals Continuity Chart
      G08159499Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.