Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
4. Measure the current while waving a magnet back and forth over the top of the VSS
(less than 5 mm
{0.197 in}).
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If there is any malfunction, replace the VSS. (See
VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR (VSS)
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [AW6A-EL, AW6AX-EL]
.)
Fig. 33: Measuring Magnet Back & Forth Over Top Of VSS
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
VSS
VSS SIGNAL REFERENCE
5. Install the VSS. (See
VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR (VSS) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [AW6A-
EL, AW6AX-EL]
.)
6. Connect the negative battery cable.
7. Perform the mechanical system test. (See
MECHANICAL SYSTEM TEST [AW6A-EL, AW6AX-
EL]
.)
VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR (VSS) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [AW6A-EL,
AW6AX-EL]
Signal Current (mA)
High
12.0-16.0
Low
4.0-8.0
CAUTION:
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Water or foreign material entering the connector can cause a poor
connection or corrosion. Be sure not to drop water or foreign
material on the connector when disconnecting it.
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring
2008 TRANSMISSION Automatic Transaxle (AW6A-EL, AW6AX-EL) - Mazda CX-9
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