Output Device Operation Check Mode: Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Warm up the engine.
Turn the ignition switch to LOCK position.
Start up the on-board diagnostic function (present failure indication mode).
Press the AUTO switch.
Verify that all the indicator lights of the climate control unit and center panel (climate control part) illuminate for 4 s.

Fig 1: Locating Climate Control & Center Panel Illumination
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Verify the operation of each output device when changing steps by pressing the REC/FRESH switch, and referring to the output device operation check chart.
- If not as specified, inspect the malfunctioning system.
NOTE:
- If the AUTO switch is pressed again, the on-board diagnostic function will return to present failure indication mode.
Turn the ignition switch to LOCK position to end the on-board diagnostic function.

Fig 2: Climate Control Center Panel
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.