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 ...
Other materials:
Clutch Fluid Inspection [C66 M R]
NOTE:
A common reserve tank is used for the clutch system and brake system.
1. Verify that the clutch fluid is between the MIN mark and the MAX mark.
Verify that there is no clutch fluid leakage then add clutch fluid to the
level between the MIN mark and the MAX mark..
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Headlight Leveling Actuator
Purpose, Function
The headlight leveling actuator drives the motor based on the target optical
axis voltage, which is input from the AFS control module, to change the optical
axis of the headlights.
Construction
Built into the front combination lights.
Consists of ...
Radiator Removal/Installation
WARNING:
Never remove the cooling system cap or loosen the radiator drain plug while
the engine is running, or when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding engine
coolant and steam may shoot out and cause serious injury. It may also damage
the engine and cooling system.
Tu ...
