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2005 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT

Lighting Systems - MX-5 Miata

HEADLIGHT ADJUSTMENT
1. Adjust the tire air pressure to the specification.
2. Position the unloaded vehicle on a flat, level surface.
3. Seat one person in the driver's seat.
4. Position the vehicle straight ahead and perpendicularly to a wall.
5. Set the headlights 3 m {10 ft} from the white screen.

Fig. 1: Setting Headlights 3m From White Screen

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

6. While adjusting one headlight, disconnect the connector of the other.

7. Start the engine to charge the battery.
8. Turn over the mud guard.
9. Adjust the headlights by turning the adjusting screws as shown in the figure. Loosen the screws first, then
tighten them.

NOTE:  If the adjusting screws are tightened first, then loosened, they will
continue to loosen when the vehicle is in motion and may cause the
headlights to become misaligned.

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Fig. 2: Adjusting Headlights By Turning Adjusting Screws

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

FRONT COMBINATION LIGHT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the front bumper. (See FRONT BUMPER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
3. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

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Fig. 3: Removing Front Combination Light

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4. Install in the reverse order of removal.

5. Adjust the headlight aiming. (See HEADLIGHT ADJUSTMENT.)

HEADLIGHT BULB REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

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Fig. 4: Removing Headlight Bulb

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

CAUTION:  A halogen bulb generates extremely high heat when it is used. If

the surface of the bulb is soiled, excessive heat will build up
and the light's life will be shortened. When replacing the bulb,
hold the metal flange, not the glass.

3. Install in the reverse order of removal.

FRONT TURN LIGHT/PARKING LIGHT BULB REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

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Fig. 5: Removing Front Turn Light/Parking Light Bulb

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

3. Install in the reverse order of removal.

FRONT SIDE MARKER LIGHT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

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Fig. 6: Removing Front Side Marker Light

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

3. Install in the reverse order of removal.

FRONT FOG LIGHT ADJUSTMENT [EXCEPT BP WITH TC]

1. Adjust the tire air pressure to the specification.
2. Position the unloaded vehicle on a flat, level surface.
3. Seat one person in the driver's seat.
4. Position the vehicle straight ahead and perpendicularly to a wall.
5. Set the front fog light 3 m {10 ft} from the white screen.
6. While adjusting one front fog light, disconnect the connector of the other.
7. Start the engine to charge the battery.
8. Turn over the mud guard.

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Fig. 7: Setting Front Fog Light 3m From White Screen

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

9. Adjust the front fog light by turning the adjusting screws as shown in the figure. Loosen the screws first,
then tighten them.

NOTE:  If the adjusting screws are tightened first, then loosened, they will
continue to loosen when the vehicle is in motion and may cause the
front fog light to become misaligned.

Fig. 8: Adjusting Front Fog Light By Turning Adjusting Screws

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
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FRONT FOG LIGHT ADJUSTMENT [BP WITH TC]

1. Adjust the tire air pressure to the specification.
2. Position the unloaded vehicle on a flat, level surface.
3. Seat one person in the driver's seat.
4. Position the vehicle straight ahead and perpendicularly to a wall.
5. Set the front fog light 3 m {10 ft} from the wall.
6. While adjusting one front fog light, disconnect the connector of the other.
7. Start the engine to charge the battery.
8. Turn the front fog light on.

Fig. 9: Setting Front Fog Light 3m From Wall

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

9. Adjust the front fog light as shown in Fig. 10.

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Fig. 10: Adjusting Front Fog Light

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

FRONT FOG LIGHT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
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2. Turn over the mud guard.

3. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

Fig. 11: Removing Front Fog Light - With Torque Specifications

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

4. Install in the reverse order of removal.

5. Adjust the front fog light. (See FRONT FOG LIGHT ADJUSTMENT [EXCEPT BP WITH TC].)
(See FRONT FOG LIGHT ADJUSTMENT [BP WITH TC].)

FRONT FOG LIGHT BULB REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [EXCEPT BP WITH

TC]
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Turn over the mud guard.
3. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

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Fig. 12: Removing Front Fog Light Bulb (Except BP With TC)
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

CAUTION:  A halogen bulb generates extremely high heat when it is used. If

the surface of the bulb is soiled, excessive heat will build up
and the light's life will be shortened. When replacing the bulb,
hold the metal flange, not the glass.

4. Install in the reverse order of removal.

FRONT FOG LIGHT BULB REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [BP WITH TC]

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

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Fig. 13: Removing Front Fog Light Bulb (BP With TC)
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

CAUTION:  A halogen bulb generates extremely high heat when it is used. If

the surface of the bulb is soiled, excessive heat will build up
and the light's life will be shortened. When replacing the bulb,
hold the metal flange, not the glass.

3. Install in the reverse order of removal.

FRONT SIDE TURN LIGHT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

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Fig. 14: Removing Front Side Turn Light

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

3. Install in the reverse order of removal.

REAR COMBINATION LIGHT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the trunk end trim. (See TRUNK END TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
3. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

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Fig. 15: Removing Rear Combination Light

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

4. Install in the reverse order of removal.

HIGH-MOUNT BRAKE LIGHT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

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Fig. 16: Removing High-Mount Brake Light

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

3. Install in the reverse order of removal.

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HIGH-MOUNT BRAKE LIGHT REMOVAL NOTE

1. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver into the left side opening.

Fig. 17: Inserting Tape-Wrapped Flathead Screwdriver Into Left Side Opening
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

2. Press the tab of the high-mount brake light with a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver.
3. Pull the high-mount brake light out from the body.

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Fig. 18: Pressing Tab

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

LICENSE PLATE LIGHT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

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Fig. 19: Removing License Plate Light

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

3. Install in the reverse order of removal.

LICENSE PLATE LIGHT REMOVAL NOTE

1. Slide the license plate light to the arrow mark and (2) remove it.

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Fig. 20: Removing License Plate Light

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

BACK-UP LIGHT SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

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Fig. 21: Removing Back-Up Light Switch

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

3. Install in the reverse order of removal.

BACK-UP LIGHT SWITCH INSPECTION

1. Disconnect the back-up light switch connector.
2. Inspect for continuity between the back-up light switch terminals using an ohmmeter.
 If not as specified, replace the back-up light switch.

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Fig. 22: Back-Up Light Switch Continuity Table

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

Fig. 23: Inspecting Back-Up Light Switch Connector Terminals

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

COMBINATION SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

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1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

2. Remove the driver-side air bag module. (See DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
3. Remove the steering wheel. (See STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
4. Remove the column cover.
5. Remove the clock spring. (See CLOCK SPRING REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
6. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

Fig. 24: Removing Combination Switch

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

7. Install in the reverse order of removal.

COMBINATION SWITCH DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY

1. Disassemble in the order indicated in the table.

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Fig. 25: Disassembling Combination Switch

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
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2. Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.

WIPER UNIT ASSEMBLY NOTE

1. Make sure the terminals of the harness assembly are connected to the terminals of the connector as shown
in the table.

COMBINATION SWITCH CONNECTOR TERMINALS REFERENCE

The color of assembly harness Terminal of connector
LG AJ
LG/R J
G/R F
Y/R N
R E
B B
G/Y H
G/W L
G/B P

COMBINATION SWITCH INSPECTION

HEADLIGHT SWITCH

1. Remove the combination switch. (See COMBINATION SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)

2. Inspect for continuity between the combination switch terminals using an ohmmeter.
 If not as specified, replace the light unit or light lever.

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Fig. 26: Headlight Switch Terminal Continuity Table

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

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Fig. 27: Inspecting Headlight Switch Connector Terminals

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

TURN SWITCH

1. Remove the combination switch. (See COMBINATION SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)

2. Inspect for continuity between the combination switch terminals using an ohmmeter.

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 If not as specified, replace the light unit or light lever.

Fig. 28: Turn Switch Terminal Continuity Table

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

Fig. 29: Inspecting Turn Switch Connector Terminals

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH

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1. Remove the combination switch. (See COMBINATION SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)

2. Inspect for continuity between the combination switch terminals using an ohmmeter.
 If not as specified, replace the wiper unit or the wiper lever.

Fig. 30: Windshield Wiper And Washer Switch Continuity Table

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

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Fig. 31: Inspecting Windshield Wiper And Washer Switch Connector Terminals
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

HAZARD WARNING SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the audio unit. (See AUDIO UNIT REMOVAL .) (See AUDIO UNIT INSTALLATION .)
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3. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

Fig. 32: Removing Hazard Warning Switch

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

4. Install in the reverse order of removal.

HAZARD WARNING SWITCH REMOVAL NOTE

1. Insert your hand into the center panel opening.

2. Press the tabs of the hazard warning switch.
3. Pull the hazard warning switch out from the center panel.

HAZARD WARNING SWITCH INSPECTION

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1. Remove the hazard warning switch. (See HAZARD WARNING SWITCH

REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
2. Inspect for continuity between the hazard warning switch terminals using an ohmmeter.
 If not as specified, replace the hazard warning switch.

Fig. 33: Hazard Warning Switch Continuity Table

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

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Fig. 34: Inspecting Hazard Warning Switch Connector Terminals

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

FRONT FOG LIGHT SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

WITH CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM
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NOTE:  The front fog light switch and the cruise control main switch are
integrated.

 See CRUISE CONTROL MAIN SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .

WITHOUT CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

2. Remove the fuse block cover.
3. Remove the panel light control switch. (See PANEL LIGHT CONTROL SWITCH
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
4. Push the tabs of the cruise control main switch and pull the switch out from inside of the dashboard.
5. Disconnect the cruise control main switch connector to remove the cruise control main switch.

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Fig. 35: Removing Front Fog Light Switch

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

6. Install in the reverse order of removal.

FRONT FOG LIGHT SWITCH INSPECTION

WITH CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM

NOTE:  The front fog light switch and the cruise control main switch are
integrated.

 See CRUISE CONTROL MAIN SWITCH INSPECTION .

WITHOUT CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM

1. Remove the front fog light switch. (See FRONT FOG LIGHT SWITCH
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
2. Inspect for continuity between the front fog light switch terminals using an ohmmeter.
 If not as specified, replace the front fog light switch.

Fig. 36: Front Fog Light Switch Terminals Continuity Table

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

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Fig. 37: Inspecting Front Fog Light Switch Connector Terminals

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

HEADLIGHT RELAY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

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Fig. 38: Removing Headlight Relay

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3. Install in the reverse order of removal.

TNS RELAY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

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Fig. 39: Removing TNS Relay

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

3. Install in the reverse order of removal.

FLASHER CONTROL MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the lower panel.
3. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

Fig. 40: Removing Flasher Control Module

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

4. Install in the reverse order of removal.

FLASHER CONTROL MODULE INSPECTION

1. Measure the voltage at the flasher control module terminals as indicated below.
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2. Disconnect the flasher control module connector before inspecting for continuity at terminal F.
 If not as specified, inspect the parts listed under "Action".

 If the parts and wiring harnesses are okay but the system still does not work properly, replace the
flasher control module.

TERMINAL VOLTAGE LIST (REFERENCE)

Fig. 41: Flasher Control Module Terminal Voltage Reference List

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

DRL SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAM

See HEADLIGHTS .

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DRL CONTROL MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the lower panel.
3. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

Fig. 42: Removing DRL Control Module

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

4. Install in the reverse order of removal.

DRL CONTROL MODULE INSPECTION

1. Measure the voltage at the DRL control module terminals as indicated below.
2. Disconnect the DRL control module connector before inspecting for continuity at terminal 1E.
 If not as specified, inspect the parts listed under "Action."

 If the parts and wiring harnesses are okay but the system still does not work properly, replace the
DRL control module.

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TERMINAL VOLTAGE LIST (REFERENCE)

Fig. 43: DRL Control Module Terminal Voltage Reference List (1 Of 2)

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

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Fig. 44: DRL Control Module Terminal Voltage Reference List (2 Of 2)

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

INTERIOR LIGHT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

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Fig. 45: Removing Interior Light

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

3. Install in the reverse order of removal.

LENS REMOVAL NOTE

1. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver into the lens.

Fig. 46: Inserting Tape-Wrapped Flathead Screwdriver Into Lens

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

2. Twist the screwdriver and remove the lens.

INTERIOR LIGHT INSPECTION

1. Remove the interior light. (See INTERIOR LIGHT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
2. Inspect for continuity between the interior light terminals using an ohmmeter.
 If not as specified, replace the interior light.

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Fig. 47: Interior Light Terminals Continuity Table

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

Fig. 48: Inspecting Interior Light Connector Terminals

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

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TRUNK COMPARTMENT LIGHT SWITCH INSPECTION

NOTE:  Trunk compartment light switch has a built-in trunk lid lock.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

2. Open the trunk lid.
3. Remove the trunk lid trim.
4. Disconnect the trunk compartment light switch connector.
5. Check the continuity between the trunk compartment light switch terminal A and B.
 If there is on continuity, replace the trunk lid lock.

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Fig. 49: Inspecting Trunk Compartment Light Switch

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

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6. Lock the trunk lid lock using a flat-head screwdriver or equivalent as shown.
7. Check the continuity between the compartment light switch terminal A and B.
 If there is continuity, replace the trunk lid lock.

CAUTION:  After the inspection, unlock the trunk lid lock. If closing
the trunk lid with the trunk lid lock locked, the trunk lid
lock and/or striker may be broken.

Fig. 50: Locking Trunk Lid Lock Using Flat-Head Screwdriver

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

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DOOR SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

Fig. 51: Removing Door Switch

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

3. Install in the reverse order of removal.

DOOR SWITCH INSPECTION

1. Remove the door switch.
2. Inspect for continuity between the door switch terminals using an ohmmeter.
 If not as specified, replace the door-switch.

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Fig. 52: Door Switch Terminals Continuity Table

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Fig. 53: Inspecting Door Switch Connector Terminals

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PANEL LIGHT CONTROL SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the lower panel.
3. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
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Fig. 54: Removing Panel Light Control Switch

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4. Install in the reverse order of removal.

PANEL LIGHT CONTROL SWITCH REMOVAL NOTE

1. Insert your hand inside the dashboard.

2. Press the tabs of the panel light control switch.
3. Pull the panel light control switch out from the dashboard.

PANEL LIGHT CONTROL SWITCH INSPECTION

1. Remove the panel light control switch without disconnecting the connector. (See PANEL LIGHT
CONTROL SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
2. Measure the voltage at the panel light control switch terminals as indicated below.
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3. Disconnect the panel light control switch connector and inspect for continuity at terminal G.
 If not as specified, inspect the parts listed under "Action."

 If the parts and wiring harnesses are okay but the system still does not work properly, replace the
panel light control switch.

TERMINAL VOLTAGE LIST (REFERENCE)

Fig. 55: Panel Light Control Switch Terminal Voltage Reference List
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

A TERMINAL INSPECTION

1. Measure the wave pattern of the A terminal on the panel light control switch using an oscilloscope.
2. Set the headlight switch to either the first or second position.
3. Set the panel light control switch to the brightest position.

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Fig. 56: Measuring Wave Pattern On Panel Light Control Switch Using An Oscilloscope
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4. Verify that the pattern on the screen is as shown in the figure.

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Fig. 57: Identifying Panel Light Control Switch Wave Pattern On Screen
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5. Verify that the pattern on the screen matches the pattern shown in Fig. 58 as the panel light control switch
is gradually turned to the darkest position.

Fig. 58: Identifying Panel Light Control Switch Wave Pattern

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