Purpose
The instrument cluster operation record stores the record of the illumination or flashing of the warning light.
Function
The operation record is stored by the instrument cluster and displayed using the Mazda Modular Diagnostic System (M-MDS).
The instrument cluster stores the following when any of the warning lights illuminates or flashes.
Time and date
Control module which sent warning light illumination/flash request
Battery voltage
Construction
Based on the stored record, the instrument cluster displays the following operation record on the M-MDS screen.

Operation
When the instrument cluster receives a CAN signal or a warning light illumination/flash request signal sent from each switch, it controls the warning light to illuminate/flash and stores the operation record at the same time.
Fail-safe
Function not equipped.
Instrument Cluster Inspection
Instrument Cluster Operation RecordCheck Fuel Cap Warning Light
Purpose/Function
The check fuel cap warning light is built into the instrument cluster.
If the PCM detects that the fuel cap is open, the light illuminates to warn
the driver that the fuel cap is open.
Construction
Built into the instrument cluster.(See INSTRUMENT CLUS ...
Rear Seat Removal/Installation
CAUTION:
When removing or putting in the rear seat, contact with the surrounding areas
of the vehicle could cause scratches and damage. When removing or putting in
the rear seat, always use two or more persons to perform the work and be careful
not to scratch or damage the rear seat ...
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Inspection
Intake CMP Sensor
Visual inspection
CAUTION:
When replacing the CMP sensor, make sure there is no foreign material on
it such as metal shavings. If it is installed with foreign material, the sensor
output signal will malfunction resulting from fluctuation in magnetic flux and
caus ...