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LDWS Switch Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION [SKYACTIV-G 2.5] .)
  2. Remove the LDWS switch. (See LOWS SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  3. Verify that the resistance between LDWS switches B and C is as indicated in the table.
    Fig 1: LDWS Switches - Circuit Diagram
    G09788603Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    • If the resistance cannot be verified as indicated in the table, replace the cluster switch.
  4. Apply battery positive voltage to LDWS switch terminal J, and connect terminal I to ground.
  5. Verify that the LED illuminates.
    • If there is any malfunction, replace the cluster switch.
      Fig 2: Applying Battery Positive Voltage To LDWS Switch Terminal
      G09788604Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.