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Single Drive Mode

  1. Verify all accessory loads (A/C, headlights, blower fan, rear window defroster) are off.
  2. Verify that all of the following PIDs are within the following specifications. All PIDs must be within specifications before the engine is started to initiate the evaporative system test.
    • IAT: 5-35 °C {41-95 °F} 
    • FLI: 15-85 % 
    • BARO: Above 72.3 kPa {0.737 kgf/cm 2  , 10.5 psi} 
  3. Start the engine and warm it up completely.
  4. Clear the DTCs from the PCM memory using the M-MDS. (See AFTER REPAIR PROCEDURE [SKYACTIV-G 2.5] .)
  5. With the vehicle stopped, race the engine at the engine speed indicated, and then drive the vehicle as shown in the graph. If possible, monitor the RPM PID for engine speed during this procedure.
    Fig 1: Single Drive Mode Vehicle Speed Graph
    G10984867Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  6. Access the ON BOARD SYSTEM READINESS to verify the OBD monitoring status.
    • If completed, all of the OBD monitoring status items change from non-completed to completed.
    • If not completed, switch the ignition off, then perform the applicable specific Drive Mode for any monitoring item that was not in the detection condition.
  7. Access the DIAGNOSTIC MONITORING TEST RESULTS to verify the monitor results.
    • If detected values are not within specification, repair has not been completed.