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    4. : How to adjust the idle of the Mazda MX5

Mazda Mx 5 - Video tutorial

Model: Mazda Mx 5 MK 3, NC - Years 2005-2015
Part: Checks and maintenance
Operation: How to adjust the idle of the Mazda MX5

In this video, we see how to adjust the idle speed on a Mazda MX-5: the procedure described is valid if there are no other issues that could affect proper functioning. The vehicle should be at operating temperature (but without starting the radiator fans) and all electronic devices should be disconnected. We open the hood and find the diagnostic socket, located to the right of the engine compartment, then we will also need the screw that adjusts the throttle opening. Using a paperclip or wire, we will short-circuit the tel pin to ground. In this mode, the ECU no longer intervenes in the electronic adjustment of idle speed, and it will be reserved for throttle opening only. So we will notice the engine speed rise or fall. The target to reach in this case is approximately 8020 revolutions per minute, and we will adjust the throttle screw accordingly: clockwise to decrease the speed, counterclockwise to increase it. The tachometer has a margin of error of about 100, so keep that in mind if you're eyeballing it. When we have reached the desired value, we can remove the jumper wire and take a test drive.


Posted on 6 October 2023 by ScegliAuto

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Handbrake adjustment on Ford Ecosport

First remove the plastic profile at the base of the gear lever. To do this, slightly widen the side edges and carefully lift it to release it. There is no need to remove it completely, just move it forward to avoid bother. Now remove the plastic center console around the handbrake by first working from the rear to release it and lifting it until the brake lever passes. Also in this case it is not necessary to remove it completely but, paying attention to the connected cables, it can be stowed in front of the passenger seat. At this point we notice that at the base of the handbrake lever, on the front, we find a nut. By acting on it, with a 10 wrench, we can adjust the brake force, increasing it by turning the nut clockwise, or decreasing it by turning it counterclockwise. Once adjusted, the center console can be repositioned first, pressing lightly to engage it, and then the profile of the gearbox base.

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