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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA2005MX-5 MIATA L4-1.8L DOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSSENSORS AND SWITCHES - COMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSAIR FLOW METER/SENSORTESTING AND INSPECTION
2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata L4-1.8L DOHC
Air Flow Meter/Sensor: Testing and Inspection
2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata L4-1.8L DOHCSECTION Testing and Inspection
MASS AIR FLOW (MAF) SENSOR INSPECTION
NOTE: Perform the following test only when directed.
1. Visually check for the following on the MAF sensor.
- Damage
- Cracks
- Terminal bends
- Terminal rust
- If any of the above are found, replace the MAF sensor.
- If the above are found okay, but PID value is out of specification, perform the "Circuit Open/Short Inspection".
2. Reconnect the MAF sensor connector.
NOTE: The scan tool shows the MAF rate and load value.
Circuit Open/Short Inspection
Open circuit
- If there is no continuity, the circuit is open. Repair or replace the harness.
- MAF circuit (MAF sensor connector terminal B and PCM connector terminal 4X.)
- Power circuit (MAF sensor connector terminal C and main relay terminal D through common connector.)
- GND circuit (MAF sensor connector terminal A and PCM connector terminal 4A through common connector.)
Short circuit
- If there is continuity, the circuit is shorted. Repair or replace the harness.
- MAF sensor connector terminal B and PCM connector terminal 4X to GND.
- MAF sensor connector terminal C and main relay terminal D through common connector to GND.
NOTE: Perform the following test only when directed.
1. Visually check for the following on the MAF sensor.
- Damage
- Cracks
- Terminal bends
- Terminal rust
- If any of the above are found, replace the MAF sensor.
- If the above are found okay, but PID value is out of specification, perform the "Circuit Open/Short Inspection".
2. Reconnect the MAF sensor connector.
NOTE: The scan tool shows the MAF rate and load value.
Circuit Open/Short Inspection
Open circuit
- If there is no continuity, the circuit is open. Repair or replace the harness.
- MAF circuit (MAF sensor connector terminal B and PCM connector terminal 4X.)
- Power circuit (MAF sensor connector terminal C and main relay terminal D through common connector.)
- GND circuit (MAF sensor connector terminal A and PCM connector terminal 4A through common connector.)
Short circuit
- If there is continuity, the circuit is shorted. Repair or replace the harness.
- MAF sensor connector terminal B and PCM connector terminal 4X to GND.
- MAF sensor connector terminal C and main relay terminal D through common connector to GND.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.