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Off-Road Traction Assist Switch Inspection [AWD]

  1. Remove the OFF-ROAD TRACTION ASSIST switch. (See OFF-ROAD TRACTION ASSIST SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [AWD] .)
  2. Verify that the resistance between the OFF-ROAD TRACTION ASSIST switch terminals B and C is as indicated in the table.
    • If not as indicated in the table, replace the OFF-ROAD TRACTION ASSIST switch.
    G15640044Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    OFF-ROAD TRACTION ASSIST SWITCH SPECIFICATION

    Terminal Test condition Resistance (ohms)
    B-C Switch pressed 0
    Switch released 1139.99-1163.01
  3. Apply battery voltage to OFF-ROAD TRACTION ASSIST switch terminal J, and connect terminal I to ground.
  4. Verify that the LED illuminates.
    • If there is any malfunction, replace the OFF-ROAD TRACTION ASSIST switch.