Rod operation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

ROD OPERATION (VARIABLE TUMBLE SYSTEM)

Engine speed	3, 750 rpm
Engine speed	Below	Above
Shutter valve actuator	Operate	Not operate

If the rod operation is not specified, inspect as follows:
1. Verify that DTC No. P2004, P2006, P2009 or P2010 is not displayed.
  - If DTC No. P2009 or P2010 are shown, perform DTC inspection.
    (See DTC TABLE .)
2. Inspect Variable tumble solenoid valve.
  (See VARIABLE TUMBLE SOLENOID VALVE INSPECTION [L3 .)
  - If the Variable tumble solenoid valve is not okay, replace Variable tumble solenoid valve.
  - If the Variable tumble solenoid valve is okay, inspect the following:
    - Vacuum hose and vacuum chamber for looseness or damage
    - Shutter valve actuator
      (See VARIABLE TUMBLE SHUTTER VALVE ACTUATOR INSPECTION .)
    - Shutter valve stuck open or closed