Headlight Leveling Switch Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the following parts:
1. Front scuff plate (driver-side) (See FRONT SCUFF PLATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
2. Front side trim (driver-side) (See FRONT SIDE TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
3. Upper panel (See UPPER PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
4. Decoration panel (driver-side) (See DECORATION PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
5. Hood release lever (See HOOD LATCH AND RELEASE LEVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
6. Meter hood (See METER HOOD REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
7. Lower panel (driver-side) (See LOWER PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
8. Headlight leveling switch (See HEADLIGHT LEVELING SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Verify that the resistance and continuity between the headlight leveling switch terminals is as indicated in the table using a tester.
- If not as indicated in the table, or if the resistance is not within the specification, replace the headlight leveling switch.
Fig 1: Switch Position Continuity Chart
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

Fig 2: Identifying Headlight Leveling Switch Connector Terminal
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Apply battery voltage to headlight leveling switch terminal E, and connect terminal A to ground.
Verify that the LED illuminates.
- If there is any malfunction, replace the headlight leveling switch.