Vibration Method

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Mazda CX-5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

If a malfunction occurs or becomes worse while driving on a rough road or when the engine is vibrating, perform the steps below.

NOTE:

There are several reasons why the vehicle or engine vibration could cause an electrical malfunction. Check the following:
- Connectors are not fully seated.
- Wiring harnesses do not have full play.
- Wires laying across brackets or moving parts.
- Wires routed too close to hot parts.
An improperly routed, improperly clamped, or loose harness can cause a wiring harness to become pinched between parts.
The connector joints, points of vibration, and places where the wiring harnesses pass through the firewall and body panels are the major areas to be checked.