Mazda RX-8 Manual page 2188

Diagnostic Procedure
When performing an asterisked (*) troubleshooting inspection, slightly shake the wiring harness and
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connectors while performing the inspection to discover whether poor contact points are the cause of any
intermittent malfunction. If there is a problem, verify that connectors, terminals and wiring harness are
connected correctly and undamaged.
STEP INSPECTION
INSPECT BATTERY
1 Measure the voltage of battery.
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Is the voltage 9 V or more ?
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VERIFY THAT SAS CONTROL MODULE
CONNECTOR IS CONNECTED
WARNING:
Handling the air bag system components
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improperly can accidentally deploy the air bag
modules and pre-tensioner seat belts, which may
seriously injure you. Read the service warnings and
cautions before handling the air bag system
components.
2
(See SERVICE WARNINGS .)
(See SERVICE CAUTIONS .)
Turn the ignition switch to LOCK position.
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Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait for
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1 min or more .
Turn up the floor covering.
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Are all SAS control module connectors securely
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connected?
* 3
ACTION
Yes Go to the next step.
Battery is weak.
Inspect charge/discharge system, then
No
go to Step 9.
(See BATTERY INSPECTION )
Yes Go to the next step.
Reconnect the connector properly,
No
then go to Step 9.
Yes Go to the next step.
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