Door Lock 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.

Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Remove the inner garnish. (See INNER GARNISH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove the front door trim. (See FRONT DOOR TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove the inner handle. (See INNER HANDLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Inspect for continuity between the door lock switch terminals using an ohmmeter.

Fig 1: Inspecting Door Lock Switch Continuity
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- If not as indicated in the table, replace the door lock switch.
Fig 2: Door Lock Switch Continuity Chart
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Apply battery voltage to hazard switch terminal B, and connect terminal A to ground.
Verify that the LED illuminates
- If there is any malfunction, replace the door lock switch.