Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Differential Oil Temperature Sensor
Purpose, Function
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The differential oil temperature sensor detects the rear differential oil temperature based on the resistance of the thermistor, and inputs it to the AWD CM.
Construction
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The differential oil temperature sensor is installed in the rear differential carrier.
Operation
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The differential oil temperature sensor uses a thermistor whose resistance changes according to changes in the rear differential oil temperature.
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The resistance grows smaller as the oil temperature rises and vice-versa, as shown.
Fail-safe
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DTC |
Fail-safe |
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P1888:11 P1888:15 |
Control disabled. |
Differential Oil Replacement
1. Place the vehicle on level ground.
2. Remove the filler plug.
3. Remove the drain plug and drain the differential oil into a container.
4. Install a new washer and the drain plug, and tig ...
Differential Oil Temperature Sensor Inspection
WARNING:
Hot differential oil may cause severe burns. Do not perform maintenance while
differential oil is hot.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Disconnect the different ...
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Blind Spot Monitoring (Bsm) Off Switch
Purpose
The blind spot monitoring (BSM) system can be turned on or off optionally
by the driver.
Function
The switch operation signal is sent to the instrument cluster.
Construction
The BSM OFF switch is built into the cluster switch.
The resistance is bui ...
Oil Pan
Purpose, Function
The engine oil required for lubrication in the engine accumulates in the
oil pan.
Construction
The oil pan is installed on the lower part of the cylinder block.
Silicone sealant with excellent sealing has been adopted for the oil pan
gask ...
Shift Panel Removal/Installation
ATX
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Selector lever to neutral position.
3. Remove the front console box..
4. Take the shaded area shown in the figure, and remove the shift panel in the
direction of the arrow in the order of (1), (2) while detaching clips A, hook B.
5. D ...
