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Ignition System (L3): Diagnosis Mazda 5 I

Ignition System 1 illustration ~156 words

Ignition Coil Inspection

  1. Perform the spark test and identify the malfunctioning cylinder.
  2. Replace the ignition coil of the malfunctioning cylinder with that of a normal cylinder, and reperform the spark test. If the spark is not normal due to a malfunctioning ignition coil, replace that ignition coil. It is unlikely that all four ignition coils fail to operate properly. To prevent replacing a normal component, perform the above procedure, identify the malfunctioning ignition coil, and replace it.

Ignition Coil with Built-in Igniter Inspection

  1. Remove the ignition coil connector.
  2. Measure the resistance between each terminal on the ignition coil connector using an analog circuit tester. If the measurement corresponds to the table, replace the ignition coil.
ItemTester Connection PositionCondition
PositiveNegative
TerminalCA0 ohm is not normal (infinity is normal)
AC
CB
BC
ABInfinity or 0 ohm is not normal (several kilohm is normal)
BA

TESTER CONNECTION POSITION CHART

Scheme 1

Scheme 1

Plug Gap Inspection

CAUTIONTo avoid possible damage to the tip, do not adjust the plug gap. To prevent damaging the tip, use wire type plug gap gauge when inspecting the plug gap.
  1. Measure the spark plug gap using the wire type plug gap gauge. If it exceeds the specification, replace the spark plug. Spark plug gap 1.25-1.35 mm {0.049-0.053 in}