Installation Visual Inspection
1. Inspect the following items:
If there is any malfunction, replace the applicable part.
a. Excessive play of the ABS wheel-speed sensor
b. Deformation of the ABS wheel-speed sensor
Clearance Inspection
1. Remove the ABS wheel-speed sensor.
2. Measure the distance between the ABS wheel-speed sensor installation surface and the ABS sensor rotor. This is dimension A.

3. Calculate the clearance between the front ABS wheel-speed sensor and the ABS sensor rotor using the following formula:
Clearance (mm {in}) = A-14 {0.55}
4. Verify that the clearance between the ABS sensor rotor and the ABS wheel-speed sensor is as indicated below.
If there is any malfunction, replace it.
0.28—1.17 mm {0.012—0.046 in}
Sensor Output Value Inspection
1. Switch the ignition to off.
2. Connect the M-MDS to the DLC-2.
3. Select the following PIDs using the M-MDS:
WSPD_SEN_LR (LR ABS wheel-speed sensor)
WSPD_SEN_RR (RR ABS wheel-speed sensor)
4. Start the engine and drive the vehicle.
5. Verify that the display of the M-MDS shows the same value as the speedometer.
If there is any malfunction, replace the ABS wheel-speed sensor.
Front ABS Wheel Speed Sensor Removal/Installation
Rear ABS Wheel Speed Sensor Inspection [Awd]PCM Configuration (Using Read/Write Function)
NOTE:
When performing configuration, it is necessary to read the vehicle specification
information from the PCM before replacing it. Connect the M-MDS to the vehicle
and perform vehicle identification before removing the PCM. The vehicle specification
information is temporarily stor ...
Wheel Apron Component Removal [Panel Replacement]
Symbol Mark
Removal Procedure
1. Drill the 14 locations indicated by (A) from the front wheel housing side
shown in the figure.
2. Drill the 11 locations indicated by (B) shown in the figure.
3. Drill the 4 locations indicated by (C) shown in the figure.
NOTE:
When drilling t ...
How the SRS Air Bags Work
Your Mazda is equipped with the following types of SRS air bags. SRS air bags
are designed to work together with the seat belts to help to reduce injuries during
an accident.
The SRS air bags are designed to provide further protection for passengers in
addition to the seat belt functions. Be ...